Monday night the Clinton City Council approved a brush grinding and leaf disposal contract for the City's yard waste facility on Cain Street.

Commissioner of Streets and Public Improvements Ken Buchanan says he would still be interested in finding an area outside of the community and burning as much as they could. He has brought this up before however, it has not gained much steam but the nearly $30,000 cost prompted the discussion from Buchanan. 

Getting the proper permits could be a challenge. Public Works Director Steve Lobb noted the permit process isn't a guarantee and while he wouldn't speculate on if other communities that burn their brush get the proper permits, he says that is something the City of Clinton should do and noted getting the permits isn't a guarantee.

For this year, the City approved the nearly $30,000 expense.