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Council renews solid‑waste franchise with Republic Services; carts and service changes planned
Summary
Coppell approved a restated franchise agreement with Republic Services for Oct. 1, 2026–Sept. 30, 2031 that includes a switch to city‑issued carts, a $24.40 monthly rate (starting Oct. 2026), a 5% annual fixed increase and expanded disaster debris allowances.
The Coppell City Council on Tuesday approved a restated solid‑waste franchise agreement with Republic Services (Allied Waste Services of Fort Worth LLC d/b/a Republic Services) effective Oct. 1, 2026, through Sept. 30, 2031, after a staff presentation and a brief discussion with Republic representatives.
City staff described the negotiated agreement as maintaining a high level of service relative to neighboring cities while standardizing several operational changes. Key contract terms the council reviewed include a city‑wide transition from bag‑based collection to city‑owned carts (65‑ or 96‑gallon), a proposed residential monthly rate of $24.40 starting Oct. 2026, and a fixed annual rate increase of 5…
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