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Contractor proposes nearly 30% rate increase for Dry Creek landfill hauling; commissioners flag RFP option
Summary
Representatives from Roadway Systems told Klamath County officials they plan to raise the current municipal solid-waste rate from about $65.69 per ton to $84.69 per ton (roughly 29%) under the upcoming contract renewal; commissioners suggested issuing a request for proposals to test market rates and expressed concern about budget impacts.
At the Sept. 3 work session, Roadway Systems representatives briefed the Klamath County Board of Commissioners on a proposed rate increase and operational changes tied to the municipal solid-waste contract that expires Dec. 31, 2025.
Roadway Systems told the board it intends to request a rate increase from roughly $65.69 per ton (transportation and disposal included) to $84.69 per ton, a change the company said would be about a 29% increase. Company representatives said the operation hauled just under 51,000 tons to Dry Creek Landfill in…
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