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Farmers Branch committee weighs curbside food‑waste pickup and drop‑off options
Summary
Committee members discussed options for food‑waste diversion, including reintroducing a drop‑off site and an opt‑in curbside pickup service (described as a weekly 5‑gallon bucket swap). Staff asked whether residents would pay roughly $35 per month for curbside service; no decision was made.
Committee staff presented two primary options to increase food‑waste diversion: re‑establishing a multi‑day drop‑off compost site or developing an opt‑in curbside collection service, and asked the committee for feedback on costs and participation.
"We're looking into options for food waste diversion," Speaker 3 said, describing a curbside…
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