Solid Waste Contract and Pricing Review
Summary
Residents will see a significant rate increase on their trash bills starting in July after the city approved a new five-year contract with Waste Pro. Multiple residents complained during public comment that the RFP was structured to only allow one bidder and required unnecessary new bins and trucks.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Curbside trash collection rates increase from $32.45 to $51.85 per month, and backdoor collection increases from $40.15 to $74.70 per month.
Waste Pro of Tennessee, Inc. secures a multi-year municipal contract with guaranteed annual adjustments.
Germantown residents face substantially higher monthly waste collection fees.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Design Review Commission - Jun 23, 2026
City officials discussed the recent solid waste contract bidding process and explained that pricing increases reflect a decade of inflation and competitive bidding dynamics.
Board of Mayor and Aldermen - May 11, 2026
Residents will see a significant rate increase on their trash bills starting in July after the city approved a new five-year contract with Waste Pro. Multiple residents complained during public comment that the RFP was structured to only allow one bidder and required unnecessary new bins and trucks.
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