Summary
Two of three local yard waste processors have refused the city's material because residents toss in plastic bottles, cans, and shopping bags. If contamination doesn't improve, the city may go back to can-only yard waste collection with load inspection.
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Loss of processing outlets could force a costlier can-based collection system.
Residents who sort properly and keep the bag-based yard waste program alive.
Residents could lose bag-based yard waste collection if contamination continues.
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