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Residents voice opposition and questions about proposed single‑hauler garbage program
Summary
Multiple speakers at Portage’s council meeting urged caution on a possible single‑hauler garbage contract, raising concerns about job losses, loss of choice, price escalation clauses and consumer protections; city staff scheduled a focused presentation on the program for July 22.
Several residents used the public‑comment period to press the City Council on a proposed single‑hauler garbage program, urging greater scrutiny of contract terms and price protections.
Jason Mekelberg, who identified himself as a veteran, told the council he opposes a government‑mandated single‑hauler system because it could cost…
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