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Council discusses possible ordinance to change trash pickup billing for multi‑unit properties
Summary
Councilmembers discussed exploring an ordinance to address trash pickup billing for apartment units and businesses that lack dumpsters, aiming to ensure fair cost distribution; staff were asked to investigate options before the next contract.
Councilmembers discussed whether the city should pursue an ordinance to adjust how trash pickup is charged for multi‑unit properties and businesses without dumpsters.
Councilmember Roble raised the issue, asking city attorneys to review whether an ordinance could require fair cost allocation so apartment buildings that place multiple families’ trash at the curb do not shift pickup costs to single‑family residents. Mayor Beller and other members said staff should explore options before the city’s new trash contract is finalized.
No motion or ordinance was introduced during the meeting; council directed staff and legal counsel to investigate possible approaches and report back before the next contract cycle.
