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Orinda council reviews proposed 6% solid-waste rate increase; no vote taken

Orinda City Council · December 17, 2025
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Summary

City staff and a RecycleSmart representative presented proposed solid-waste rate adjustments (a recommended 6% increase) to help smooth a transition to a new long-term contract; council provided feedback and no formal action was taken.

The Orinda City Council discussed proposed solid-waste rate adjustments for residential and commercial customers for the March 1, 2026 '1 February 28, 2027 rate year but did not take action.

Assistant City Manager explained the proposed 6% increase is intended to build reserves with RecycleSmart, the joint-powers authority that sets refuse rates for member cities, so that…

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