Increase garbage collection rates based on inflation index
In Plain English
The city adjusts garbage collection rates annually based on the Consumer Price Index to account for inflation. Current rates have not kept pace with rising costs for waste management services. If approved, your monthly garbage bill increases to reflect current inflation levels.
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Votes
close the public hearing
9 to 0
increase the solid waste collection rates to reflect a change in the Consumer Price Index and direct staff to include information on the City of Richmond website regarding the free garbage days that are conducted for the citizens of Richmond by the Richmond Sanitary District and the City of Richmond
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