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Chair says Dahl Disposal rates rising; recycling contamination fee and enforcement detailed
Summary
Under the city's contract with Dahl Disposal, the chair said rates will increase (about $1.60 per month for a small container), the contract allows a margin tied to cost-of-living and documented expenses, and the city will implement a three-step response to recycling contamination including warnings, a $20 fine, and possible loss of service.
The chair reviewed Dahl Disposal's proposed rate changes under the city's contract, noting that state rules require haulers to remain solvent and that the contract allows Dahl to adjust rates based on documented expense changes and the cost of living. He cited that "it's about a dollar 60 per month for the small container" as an example of the increase and told residents they can switch to biweekly or monthly pickup to lower costs.
The chair also explained the city's new approach to recycling contamination: cameras on the dump mechanism will let drivers see contaminated loads and common problems include recycling in bags, construction debris and hoses. Enforcement will follow a three-step progression: first a warning, second a potential $20 fine, and a third violation could lead to service suspension. Those details indicate the operational and compliance consequences residents should expect under the revised service rules.
