Submitted by The Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District

The Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District has hired David Zapalac as transitional site supervisor overseeing the disposal of absolute garbage, the recycling plaza and the re-use center Take It or Leave It. He begins work April 5, continuing until a permanent position is posted and filled.

David has experience with the District in three capacities: as a volunteer in the recycling area; as proprietor of Zapalac Maintenance & Repair, repairing District equipment; and as a long-standing customer. David received a degree in Geography/Resource and Environmental Studies from Texas State University.

He is an FAA-certified airplane mechanic, and has extensive experience working on machines that do not fly. David says he is excited about working at such a unique facility, one that is seen and respected as a model for reuse and recycling.

The District appreciates David’s willingness and availability to fill this position on short notice, and asks the community for patience as David gets up to speed on the many tasks, procedures, and laws related to running our Lopez solid waste facility.