Lewiston council raises garbage fee $1 per can to cover higher collection costs

Jul 21, 2026

The Lewiston City Council voted unanimously July 21 to raise monthly garbage collection fees by $1 per can after staff said collection costs rose about 4%. The change amends the Master Fee Schedule; current fees were stated as $21.75 and $23.

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The Lewiston City Council voted unanimously July 21 to increase monthly garbage collection fees by $1 per can after officials said collection costs had risen roughly 4 percent. Councilmember F. Bodily moved to open the Master Fee Schedule and make the adjustment; Councilmember Trexler seconded and the roll call vote was 5–0 in favor.

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