A new monthly solid waste administration fee has been added to water bills. The fee is $5 and is intended to help stabilize the household sanitation service system. This system has faced complaints about missed pickups and inconsistent service for years.
The fee is not expected to cover the full cost of the service. According to the Public Works Director, the annual revenue from the fee will be around $25 million, while the current costs for the solid waste operation are about $137 million. Further details about the fee and its impact are available from the source, including an interview with the Public Works Director.
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