Council OKs 2.2% CPI-based refuse rate increase after MBRS presentation
May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
Mill Valley's contracted refuse hauler MBRS requested a 2.2% CPI-based rate increase citing higher labor, benefits and diesel costs; council approved the adjustment, which MBRS said adds about $1.41/month to a 32‑gallon residential can.
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MBRS representatives appeared before the council seeking a CPI-based 2.2% adjustment to refuse rates. Jean Delozapova explained operational pressures — rising labor, health-insurance and diesel costs — and said the change would increase a 32-gallon residential can by about $1.41 per month.
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