The Brigham City Council meeting on July 17, 2025, focused on significant changes to the city's waste collection programs, specifically the green and blue can services. The council discussed a proposal to eliminate the green can curbside collection program, which is currently utilized by about 1,500 residents at a monthly fee of $4.13. The green can is primarily for organic yard waste, but city officials noted that the program is no longer necessary due to an overabundance of green waste being processed at the city's facility.

City staff proposed that instead of continuing the green can service, residents could convert their green can to a second black can for regular waste collection, which would cost $8.16 per month. This change aims to reduce operational costs, including wear and tear on garbage trucks and the need for additional staff. The council acknowledged concerns from residents who rely on the green can for yard waste, particularly during peak seasons.

In addition to the green can discussion, the council addressed the blue can recycling program, which has seen a decline in participation, dropping by 11% over the past five years. Currently, about 2,700 customers use the blue can service at a monthly fee of $7.75. Staff recommended not renewing the contract with EconoWaste, the third-party provider for the blue can service, due to rising costs and contamination issues. The proposal includes increasing the blue can fee to $10 per month to cover operational costs and reduce the financial burden on the city's utility fund.

The council is considering these proposals and will seek further input from residents before making final decisions. The discussions highlighted the balance between maintaining sustainable waste management practices and addressing the city's fiscal responsibilities. The council plans to continue the green waste collection through October while gathering community feedback on the proposed changes.