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Sequim staff report modest solid-waste rate rises; parks present 2025 festival survey results

Sequim City Council · January 27, 2026
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Summary

Public Works Director Paul Busich reported small solid-waste rate increases driven by an 8.3% tipping-fee rise and a provider CPI component; Parks presented a festival survey showing mixed support for fireworks (38% opposed) and recommended improved event communications and accessibility.

Sequim's Public Works and Parks staff briefed the City Council on Jan. 26 about modest solid-waste rate increases and the results of the 2025 festival and event survey.

Public Works Director Paul Busich said the solid-waste contract and an interlocal agreement with Port Angeles underlie Sequim's rates. He explained the contractor-provided CPI factor was 6.32% and that Port Angeles…

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