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Council discusses sanitation contracting, billing options and phased rollout for residential payments
Summary
Council discussed potential changes to residential garbage collection contracts and how to bill residents (monthly vs. quarterly). Staff proposed a phased approach, possible exclusive contract(s) to reduce road wear and duplication of routes, and an initial flat fee period to ease the transition.
The council discussed sanitation services, including pricing, collection frequency and whether to contract an exclusive provider for residential garbage collection. Staff reported current household rates cited in conversation ranging near $80–$86 per quarter or per monthly equivalents in nearby comparisons, and noted differing pickup frequencies and yard‑waste policies offered by providers.
Why it matters: council members expressed concern about multiple providers creating more traffic and wear on local roads…
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