A new partnership with Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr would establish a “study group” meant to find more efficient ways of disposing of solid waste.

After 30 years collecting trash from other counties, the city of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County have said, “Enough is enough.” With Middle Point Landfill set to reach capacity within four years, city and county leaders said they want to take action and prepare for what’s next when it comes to trash.