Council asks staff to gather public input on recycling RFP after debate over mandatory curbside program
Councilists debated mandatory citywide curbside recycling at $4.50/month versus a single drop-off option and concerns about low-income households. Council voted to table the procurement decision and directed staff to gather public feedback (social media and the city scoop) and return in June.
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Staff presented results of an RFP for recycling services that produced three responsive proposals; the lowest-price offer for mandatory curbside collection came from Garbage Guys at $4.50 per month per residential unit. Staff explained that the recommendation would mandate city-wide participation and billing through utility accounts, with a 96-gallon recycling tote provided to each household.
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