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Waxahachie council approves 4.557% trash, recycling rate increase tied to Waste Connections contract

Waxahachie City Council · February 2, 2026
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Summary

The Waxahachie City Council approved a 4.557% increase to trash and recycling service rates under the city’s contract with Waste Connections Lone Star Inc. Staff said the change is contractual and follows an annual CPI clause; a residential example rose from $6.03 to $7.05 per month.

The Waxahachie City Council voted to approve a 4.557% increase to residential and business trash and recycling rates under its contract with Waste Connections Lone Star Inc.

Mayor Billy Wallace opened discussion and Mayor Pro Tem raised a question about whether the increase was a discretionary change or required by contract. Sean, a city staff member,…

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