Summary
Batteries tossed in the trash have caused three fires in city refuse vehicles, including one inside the refuse building. A $500,000 truck takes 3-4 years to replace, so the city is putting warning decals on six vehicles and pointing residents to battery drop-off options through DKMM.
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
A replacement refuse truck costs $500,000 with a 3-4 year lead time.
✅Who benefits
Everyone whose recycling and trash gets picked up on schedule without fire disruptions.
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