Summary
To: Town Commission
From: Gay Lancaster, Town Manager
Date: 9/15/2026
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Subject:
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Second Reading of Ordinance 602 - Solid Waste Rates
Summary:
To meet budgetary needs, staff recommends FY 2026-2027 Solid Waste rates be adjusted in the following way:
• Residential Base fixed fee increased 5.0% from $61.27 to $64.33 monthly
• Multi Family Base w/dumpster increased 5.0% from $28.91 per unit to $30.35 per unit monthly
• Commercial w/o dumpster fixed fee increased 5.0% from 54.01 to $56.71 monthly
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Previous Commission Action:
Commission approved FY 2026-2027 rate increase recommendation during September 3, 2026, first reading.
Background/Problem Discussion: While the Recycle contractor’s rates remained flat, the County raised tipping fees by 8%. The recommended 5% increase will provide for operations, equipment maintenance and staffing.
Expenditure Challenges: N/A
Financial Implications: N/A
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 602.
Proposed Motion: Move approval of Ordinance 602 on second and final reading.
