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Council approves one‑year extension and price increase for residential trash service after split vote
Summary
After discussion and a divided series of preliminary votes, Fountain Hills approved Republic Services' final extension for curbside trash and recycling with a one‑year rate increase, while noting an eventual request for proposals will be required.
The Fountain Hills Town Council approved a one‑year extension of the town's residential curbside waste and recycling agreement with Republic Services on June 3, including a price increase that the company said reflects five years of increased operating costs.
Sadiq Young, general manager for Republic Services' North Phoenix market, told council the company's operating costs for transportation, vehicle parts and maintenance, and labor had risen substantially since the contract was amended in 2019.…
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