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Arvada staff recommend contract extension with Republic Services, outline pay-as-you-throw and diversion options
Summary
City staff reviewed the solid-waste program, presented options from Republic Services to hold the minimum-service opt-out fee if the city extends the contract to 2027 or 2028, and discussed pay-as-you-throw, composting, multifamily recycling and producer-responsibility reimbursement.
Arvada city staff told the council April 22 they recommend extending the current waste-hauling contract with Republic Services and presented program options intended to increase recycling and maintain competitive pricing for residents.
Staff said Republic proposed holding its minimum-service opt-out fee at the current $4.55 per month if the city exercises one or both of two one-year contract extensions available under the current agreement — extending service to July 1, 2027 or July 1, 2028. The council discussed the proposal and signaled direction to pursue the 2028 extension with guardrails tied to state producer-responsibility rules and contract transparency.
Presenters reviewed four high-level strategies from the city’s waste diversion action plan: increase participation in the city program, require pay-as-you-throw (PAYT) for all haulers, add curbside seasonal yard-waste (and pilot…
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