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Belmont council sets public process for 2026 Recology solid-waste rate increases after consultant review
Summary
HDR review of Recology’s 2026 rate application found calculations consistent with the franchise agreement; council approved moving forward with 1.45% maximum increase for scheduled services and 1.27% for additional services and set a public hearing for Nov. 25 to consider protests.
City staff and consultant HDR presented the annual review of Recology’s solid-waste rate application to the Belmont City Council on Sept. 9. HDR reported that the maximum rate calculations for 2026 are consistent with the franchise agreement and recommended the city proceed with required notifications and a public hearing process.
Josiah Close of HDR said the 2026 calculation contains two components: a base…
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