Solid‑waste officials propose $2.25 monthly rate increase to keep collection program balanced
Solid Waste staff told council the utility has not raised monthly collection rates since 2022 and proposed a $2.25 monthly increase amid higher recycling and disposal costs and a pending contract renewal with the Metro Waste Authority.
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Solid Waste staff presented the enterprise’s 2026 budget and recommended a $2.25 per month increase for standard residential collection, citing higher contract costs, landfill fees and operating expenses.
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