Summary
The minimum charge to dump at the transfer station rises to $40 to steer people toward the cheaper $30 bulk pickup. The mayor worries it could push people to dump illegally.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minimum drop-off cost rises from roughly $25 to $40; per-ton rates stay the same.
The city's bulk pickup service and stormwater budget benefit if fewer bulky items pile up at the curb.
Residents who occasionally drop off small loads face a higher minimum charge, and the mayor worries about illegal dumping.
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