WILLIAMSBURG — The Virginia Peninsulas Public Service Authority Board of Directors voted Tuesday to terminate its curbside recycling contract with Tidewater Fibre Corporation, effective Sept. 30.

VPPSA said the decision was due to significant performance deficiencies. TFC will no longer serve as the curbside recycling provider for James City County, York County, the City of Williamsburg and the City of Poquoson.

VPPSA said it sent notice of termination to TFC Wednesday, Sept. 24, citing noncompliance with the authority’s agreement with TFC and TFC’s unwillingness to remedy the compliance issues.

“Waste diversion is important for reducing landfill waste and promoting environmental sustainability,” VPPSA Executive Director Jennifer Wheeler said. “However, it is imperative that we cond

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