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Council weighs Edgewater’s in-house solid-waste service, possible efficiency options
Summary
Councilors discussed that Edgewater operates in-house collection (twice-weekly pickup and recycling) and is more expensive than some neighboring municipalities; staff will produce a price-comparison analysis as previously directed.
Councilors discussed the city’s in-house solid-waste collection model and whether alternatives could reduce household charges. Staff noted Edgewater collects twice weekly and offers recycling — services some neighboring communities do not — and that the city’s cost is roughly $8–$12 higher per household than comparable municipalities that privatize collection.
Council members reiterated earlier direction to return a price-comparison analysis and asked staff to model what privatization or other efficiency changes would mean for wages, workman’s compensation and service levels. A councilor urged higher pay for CDL drivers, and staff confirmed a 6% across-the-board wage increase for existing staff is included in the proposed budget.
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