The owner of the Coffin Butte landfill in Benton County has filed an appeal as part of its ongoing effort to expand the site.

Benton County’s Planning Commission unanimously denied the request to expand last month, saying it would interfere with nearby land uses and county services.

But the company behind the project, Republic Services, is now asking Benton County Commissioners to overturn that decision.

In an email to KLCC, Republic spokesperson Melissa Quillard said the landfill is an important community asset.

"The proposed expansion will allow us to continue providing essential waste disposal services," said Quillard. "We look forward to presenting our position in the near future."

Quillard said the company has engaged the Tigard-based communication firm Tweed Strategies to help

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