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Doraville asks staff to study low-cost recycling drop-offs and potential partnership with Waste Pro
Summary
Council asked staff to research options for providing recycling access to residents who cannot afford Waste Pro’s monthly fee, including gated dumpsters, staffing costs, and whether Waste Pro could host periodic drop-off days; staff will return next month with cost estimates and operational options.
Councilmembers asked staff May 13 to research ways to provide recycling for residents who cannot afford the Waste Pro subscription fee, including the possibility of city-provided, gated dumpsters or partnering with Waste Pro for a hosted drop-off.
Councilmember Ray said the city’s contract with Waste Pro may restrict the use of outside vendors, so staff should clarify contractual limits. Possible approaches discussed included situating dumpsters on city property with limited staffed hours to deter mattress or trash dumping, using Waste Pro’s site for periodic recycling days, or collaborating with local nonprofits. Council requested cost estimates for containers, fencing, and staffing (including weekend availability to accommodate working residents).
Why it matters: Several residents and councilmembers said the current fee ($15 per month, plus a registration fee) imposes barriers to recycling for low-income households; a local drop-off could increase recycling participation without forcing individual subscriptions.
Next steps: Staff (public works and the city manager’s office) will contact Waste Pro about hosted drop-offs, calculate costs for dumpsters and staffing, and return with an agenda item and cost analysis next month.
