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Council approves franchise agreement for Jackson Curbside Inc. to collect recyclables and compostables
Summary
On third reading the Jackson Town Council unanimously approved Ordinance 14 37 granting Jackson Curbside Inc. a franchise to collect recyclables, compostable materials and certain construction/demolition waste within town limits.
On March 17 the Jackson Town Council approved, on third reading, Ordinance 14 37 to grant a franchise to Jackson Curbside Inc. for the collection and disposition of recyclable materials, compostables and certain construction and demolition waste within town limits.
Staff read a short-form title of the ordinance at the meeting explaining the franchise's purpose: to reduce landfill impacts, support recycling efforts, and establish the rights and liabilities associated with collection services. The ordinance text as read grants the company the municipal franchise for the stated materials and establishes an effective date.
Action and vote: Councilwoman Sperry moved approval of the ordinance on third reading; Councilwoman Schechter seconded. The ordinance passed unanimously.
Why it matters: The franchise formalizes a provider relationship for recyclables and compost collection and is intended by staff and council to support waste-diversion efforts and reduce landfill impacts.
Ending: Council members thanked representatives of Jackson Curbside Inc. for attending and expressed support for the franchise as part of long-term waste management priorities.
