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Prineville council to set Republic Services increase at 3% after public hearing
Summary
At a public hearing, Republic Services asked for a 3.5% franchise rate increase; staff recommended no more than 3% and council discussion focused on inflation, disposal costs and rate‑of‑return; no public testimony was received and council directed a resolution to set the increase at 3%.
The council opened a public hearing on Republic Services’ request to increase collection rates under the city’s franchise agreement. City Attorney Jered Reid reviewed the franchise process and the criteria the council must consider when weighing a rate adjustment.
Republic representatives presented financial details and community engagement activity. Republic asked for a 3.5% adjustment, citing inflation and higher disposal costs at the Crook County landfill; city staff recommended approving an increase not to exceed 3%. Council discussion focused on comparable CPI figures, the company’s rate of return and service improvements. No members of the public testified or submitted written comments; Council directed staff to prepare a resolution implementing a 3% increase.
