Politics & Government

Video: Polisena Files Suit Against Landfill Companies [Poll]

The Johnston mayor went to Providence Superior Court on Dec. 14 to formally file the town's lawsuit against Rhode Island Resource Recovery and Broadrock Renewables.

The accompanying video shows Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena visitng Providence County Superior Court on Dec. 14 to file the town's lawsuit against and Broadrock Renewables, two companies located at the Central Landfill.

Polisena , and after filing the suit yesterday, spoke with reporters on the steps of the courthouse about the town's concerns.

What do you think — will the town's lawsuit do anything to solve the ongoign odor problems from the Central Landfill? Cast your vote and post your comments below.

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