Marysville City Council to consider increasing solid waste rates

Marysville — The Marysville City Council will consider a recommendation to adopt a resolution to increase solid waste collection rates charged by the city at a June 22 Public Hearing which begins at 7 p.m. at the City Council Chambers in City Hall at 1049 State Avenue.

The city is proposing to increase rates for solid waste collection for all customers receiving collection services from the city of Marysville. These adjustments are the result of increase cost for providing services. They would occur over the next four years with an initial increase of 9 percent. The proposed initial increase, shown on the table below, would be effective July 1, 2009.

Any person may appear at the hearing and be heard in support of or in opposition to this proposal. Additional information may be obtained at he City of Marysville Public Works Department, 80 Columbia Avenue, Marysville, Washington, 98270, (360) 363-8100.

Special Accommodations: The city of Marysville strives to provide accessible meetings for people with disabilities. Please contact Tracy Jeffries, Assistant Administrative Services Director at 360-363-800 or 1-800-833-6388 (TDD Only) or 1-800-833-6384 (Voice Rely) two days prior to the meeting date if any special accommodations are needed.

Solid Waste Increase Proposal

Comment on this story.

COMMENTING RULES: We encourage an open exchange of ideas in our online community, but we ask you to follow our guidelines for respecting community standards. In a nutshell, don't say anything you wouldn't want your mother to read. Please see our FAQ if you have questions or concerns about using Facebook to comment.