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City approves $44,320 renewal for recycling and education services with Metropolitan Environment Trust
Summary
Council approved a one-year renewal with the Metropolitan Environment Trust for recycling and educational services at a stated total of $44,320; the presenter said the cost rose by about $2,000 due to an annual contract percentage increase.
The Fenimore Public Works Authority approved a one-year renewal on a contract with the Metropolitan Environment Trust for recycling and educational services at a stated total of $44,320.
Mister Jones, addressing "Mayor and City Council," said the total covers staff who operate the facility and roughly a few thousand dollars for educational outreach. He told the council the contract increased by "about $2,000" because of the vendor's annual percentage increase. Jones also acknowledged occasional complaints about cleanliness at the recycling center and said staff respond quickly when issues arise.
Council members moved and seconded the item and the roll call returned affirmative votes; the motion passed. The renewal was described as covering both personnel and educational components and includes regular waste pickup dates.
The contract renewal was presented as an annual operating expense rather than a new program. The presenter characterized the program as well-used by residents and said the city had experienced a larger increase the previous year partially attributable to tipping fees.
The public works meeting then concluded that agenda item and proceeded to adjourn.
Next steps: The renewed contract will be executed according to the terms presented; the council did not on the record request additional public hearings about the vendor or scope.
