Plainview approves three-year Keep Texas Recycling agreement with capped fee

May 12, 2026

Council approved a three-year recycling partnership agreement with Keep Texas Recycling at a rate capped at 12% administrative fee; staff said the program improved recycling shipments and generated just under $20,000 in revenue after a 10% fee last year.

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Brock Lively briefed council on the city's continued participation in the Keep Texas Recycling alliance and staff recommended a three-year agreement that would cap administrative fees at 12 percent. Lively said the partnership helps consolidate rural collection loads and provides minimum price guarantees to the city; he recommended the three-year, 12% option to maintain the relationship and ensure continued shipments.

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