Proposal to replace St. Maries solid waste levy with flat fee presented; no action taken
Jul 13, 2026
A presenter proposed removing the existing solid waste levy and switching to a single flat fee for all residents; City Treasurer preferred county collection. Council did not vote on the proposal and Sexton plans to present to Benewah County Commissioners.
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At the July 13 meeting, Sara Sexton presented a proposal to remove the current solid waste levy and implement a single flat fee charged equally to all St. Maries residents. The minutes state Sexton said the fee could be billed and collected either by Benewah County or by the city; City Treasurer Celia Sibert said county collection would be the preferred option.
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