City Council Work MTG 011226
Discussion on potential transition to organized garbage collection
Comparison of municipal waste hauling models
Impact of heavy vehicles on city road infrastructure
Analysis of administrative costs for city-managed waste contracts
Review of current licensing requirements for waste haulers
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Notable Quotes (3)
My purpose here tonight isn't to come in and tell you that changing your garbage system is some sort of inherent evil.
I have never seen a road savings in 23 years.
If you move to the other system, you're picking the hauler for the person. And if there's bad service, they're going to call you.
People (3)
MattCity Administrator/StaffCoordinates city meetings, manages recycling facility and staff communication.
Coordinates city meetings, manages recycling facility and staff communication.
Dave WigginsACE Waste Hauler RepresentativeIndustry veteran offering perspectives on hauler contracts and historical context.
1 quote
Industry veteran offering perspectives on hauler contracts and historical context.
“If you don't like what you're getting from one hauler, pick up the phone and call another and be a smart shopper.”
Advocating for the current competitive market system.
Chris Dila ForestFormer State Rep / LobbyistLobbies for ACE and other haulers; expert on waste collection statutes.
1 quote
Lobbies for ACE and other haulers; expert on waste collection statutes.
“I have never seen a city that has moved to this type of system not have to hire additional FTE to deal with it.”
Discussing the administrative burden of organized collection systems.
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Events & Meetings (1)
- January 12, 2026 - City Council Work Meeting