Council approves Rumpke for recycling processing; staff notes revenue-share potential

Aug 18, 2026

Council accepted Rumpke to continue recycling processing at a proposed $35 per ton, with a revenue‑share mechanism that could offset city costs; the sustainability advisory board and consortium counsel recommended Rumpke.

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Council reviewed two bids for recycling processing and staff recommended continuing with Rumpke’s $35‑per‑ton processing fee. Staff noted that the contract includes a revenue-share component (up to $20 per ton under Rumpke’s proposal) that could produce net revenue to the city if commodities prices improve.

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