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Alice council adopts ordinance narrowing city brush pickup and tightening bulky-item rules
Summary
Council adopted changes to City Code chapter 66 to limit city collections to brush-only pickups twice a year, remove mixed-debris automatic pickups, set a six-zone schedule, and allow out-of-cycle collections for a fee; code enforcement processes (72-hour notice) and public-education plans were emphasized.
The City Council of Alice on Nov. 12 adopted an amendment to Chapter 66 of the city code to clarify and narrow the city’s routine collection program for brush and to limit automatic collection of bulky items and mixed debris.
City staff explained the revision removes mixed debris and bulky-item collection from the twice-yearly brush pickup and instead designates brush-only collection that will occur twice per year on a zone schedule. Staff said the city reduced its service zones from eight to six and will remain in each zone for roughly a month when pickups occur; the city will notify residents in advance by social media, utility billing inserts and other outreach.
Out-of-cycle pickups will be available for a fee (staff referenced a special-pickup charge and landfill tipping fees) if residents need service outside their scheduled month; staff also described a 72-hour notice and citation process for violations and said code enforcement will continue to pursue repeat offenders. Council discussed using door‑hanger education, water-bill notices and other channels to inform residents and to reduce repeat dumping.
Council members asked about availability of collection equipment, storm-related pickups and the city’s authority to issue fines. Staff said the city will coordinate with county crews and outside contractors for large trailers and alley work following storms and that the ordinance clarifies expectations and enforcement procedures.
A motion to adopt the ordinance was made, seconded and approved by voice vote.
Next steps: city staff will publish the revised map and schedule and begin public education ahead of the next brush cycle.
