Broward commissioners OK landfill expansion

Broward County narrowly approves contentious expansion of Monarch Hill Landfill
The vote over expansion of the site commonly known as Mount Trashmore had been delayed at various commission meetings. In the face of objections from some in the surrounding communities, commissioners cited the need to serve the county’s waste disposal needs as a whole.
Broward commission approves Monarch Hill Landfill expansion amid opposition
Despite strong opposition from some residents and officials, Broward County commissioners have approved Waste Management’s plan to expand the Monarch Hill Landfill, adding about 10 stories in height and extending it by 24 acres.
Broward commissioners OK landfill expansion despite outcry
The commission's 5-2 vote, following nearly two hours of debate, overturned previous decisions to table the measure.
Broward County commissioners to decide on Monarch Hill landfill expansion
Local leaders in Broward County on Tuesday will decide on a proposal for the Monarch Hill landfill expansion. According to Waste Management, they are seeking two significant expansions to the landfill that will extend its use for another 16 years.
Broward Commission OK’s Monarch Hill Dump To Rise Higher Than Statue Of Liberty
By Dan Christensen In a split 5-3 vote, the Broward County Commission Tuesday approved Waste Management’s request to increase the allowable height of its already mountainous Monarch Hill dump astride Florida’s Turnpike another 10 stories.
Broward Commissioners Expected To Take Final Vote On Landfill Expansion
If approved, the landfill would get wider at its base, peaking at 325 feet--about 100 feet taller than it is now.
Broward commissioners vote to expand Monarch Hill landfill near Coconut Creek
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Broward to let landfill grow taller and wider despite some residents’ fight against plan
The Monarch Hill Landfill in northern Broward will be allowed to grow taller and wider to accommodate more trash, county ...
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After a decade of impasses, Broward faces showdown vote over contentious landfill expansion
Waste Management says that the Monarch Hill landfill, widely known as Mt. Trashmore, only has six years of use left at its current height. On Tuesday, the Broward County Commission will vote on a ...
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Broward commissioners delay vote on Monarch Hill Landfill expansion
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Broward commissioners discussed Tuesday whether or not to expand The Monarch Hill, a landfill wedged between Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, and Coconut Creek.
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Will landfill grow taller and wider? Broward now aims for a decision next month
They committed to making a final decision Feb. 25 on whether the Monarch Hill landfill will be allowed to grow. The landfill now is 210 feet and is currently permitted to go to 225 feet.
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Commissioners continue debate over expanding Broward County landfill
About 30 residents signed up to speak out against the vote that would expand the Monarch Hill landfill. It ‘s been hours and local leaders continued to hear all sorts of concerns ahead of a vote ...