Council adopts modest increases to solid waste and recycling rates; low‑income discount program authorized

Jun 19, 2025

Council approved updated residential solid waste and recycling rates and a $1 per ton increase to the commercial tonnage fee; the ordinance includes authority to implement a low‑income discount program for qualifying customers.

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The Portland City Council adopted updated rates for franchised residential solid waste and recycling collection and increased the commercial tipping/tonnage fee by $1 per ton on June 18, 2025.

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