Montgomery City Council approves solid waste rate increase

City of Montgomery residents will see an increase in their solid waste collection bills beginning Aug. 1 after the City Council approved a rate adjustment at its July 22 meeting.

What you need to know

Finance Director Maryann Carl said the 3.19% rate increase comes as part of an annual adjustment built into the city’s five-year contract with Waste Management. The change is based on a variety of economic indicators, including the consumer price index and fuel costs, Carl said.

“The only thing that's increasing is the Waste Management portion,” Carl said during the meeting. “The 5% administrative fee is not increasing.”

She said notices about the increase were sent out on residents’ July 22 utility bills, and additional details are available on the city’s website.

Also on the agenda

Council members unanimously approved a resolution of support for flood victims in Central Texas, adopting a “Green Ribbon Initiative” to show solidarity.

Mayor Sara Countryman said green ribbons will be tied around trees and landmarks throughout the city, and the city will have ribbons available for residents.