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Council flags garbage fund shortfall, considers small rate increase ahead of spring cleanup
Summary
Officials reported Country Garbage costs of roughly $6,000 per month and a current budget shortfall; council members recommended discussing a modest garbage-rate increase and reviewing dumpster and staffing needs for the spring cleanup.
Council reviewed garbage service costs and the budget impact ahead of the spring cleanup. A council member asked, "Is that what we do every month about $6,000 a month?" and the Clerk confirmed the city pays Country Garbage for residential and dumpster service; current budget figures show the garbage fund is behind by roughly $1,850 year‑to‑date.
Members discussed a modest per-household increase (a few dollars per month) as a potential fix and noted that the spring cleanup generates additional dumpster and attendant costs. The Clerk said the city typically conducts the cleanup in May with punch cards for residents and that additional dumpsters and attendant hours may be needed depending on usage; staff will get cost estimates and include any recommended adjustments in upcoming budget work.
