AmWaste pitches single‑hauler plan; residents split as council schedules further deliberation

AmWaste representatives outlined proposals for Peachtree City to adopt a single-hauler residential solid-waste system. Company representatives said the firm would offer scenario options ranging from a weekly trash-and-recycling plan to a full-service option that includes carted yard waste and scheduled bulk pickup. Mandy Reynova, AmWaste's presenter, said the company would lock rates for three years and proposed a fuel-surcharge trigger if diesel exceeded $5.50 per gallon; she highlighted technology (GPS and on-truck cameras) and a city-facing portal for tracking missed pickups and performance.

Council members pressed on funding sources, transition timing, how HOAs and private roads would be handled, the fate of existing hauler employees, and contract enforcement. Jonathan Miller and staff clarified that SPLOST and grants fund some infrastructure items discussed earlier (bridge) and that container logistics and route readiness would be part of any transition planning. A large public comment period followed: residents in Crestwood and other neighborhoods said a single-hauler mandate would remove negotiated HOA discounts and limit residents’ choice; others said consolidated service could lower costs, reduce truck traffic and improve accountability. The mayor said the topic will be brought back as a consideration item in the August 20 meeting to allow more public input.