Leesburg Town Council approves residential waste contract with Patriot Disposal Inc

The Leesburg Town Council made significant strides in waste management and budget planning during its meeting on May 27, 2025. A key highlight was the unanimous approval of a new residential solid waste collection contract with Patriot Disposal, Inc., which passed with a 7-0 vote. Council members expressed satisfaction with the service provided by Patriot, noting a lack of major complaints since the company took over.

In discussions about waste collection frequency, council members explored the possibility of increasing waste pickups to twice a week, which would approximately double the current costs, adding an estimated $3 million to the contract. However, the council decided to maintain the current schedule for the upcoming fiscal year, with plans to revisit the issue if necessary.

The meeting also included a quarterly budget update, revealing that revenues are up 4.5% year-over-year, while expenditures have increased by 6.3%. Despite some anticipated shortfalls in sales and use tax, officials remain optimistic, citing higher property tax revenues due to annexations and increased property values.

Looking ahead, the council is set to discuss the allocation of computer equipment tax revenue from data centers in July, with further budget updates scheduled for the fall. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue refining the budget process and addressing community needs, particularly in waste management and environmental education.