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Somerville outlines new curbside rules: solid-waste bids due Mar. 11, no loose bags once new contractor starts
Summary
Borough officials said bids for a new solid-waste contract are due March 11 with an estimated contract start around April 1; an already-enacted 2024 ordinance will require solid waste to be placed in sturdy containers (two per household, max 96 gallons each), with stickers for additional containers and a 70-pound recommended weight limit.
Somerville officials used the Feb. 17 meeting to walk residents through an upcoming shift in curbside trash collection tied to a scheduled solid-waste contract solicitation.
Mayor Brian Gallagher and borough staff said the borough has a bid out for solid-waste collection with proposals due March 11 and an anticipated contract start of about April 1. The ordinance the governing body adopted in 2024 will be enforced once the new contractor…
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