SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): Kirtland City Council announced that it has accepted a resolution authorizing the mayor to accept the bid of Ohio-based Waste Management and to enter into a five-year contract towards collection and recycling of solid waste. The resolution was accepted by a 6-0 vote with one absentee.
The Service Committee-a standing committee of the City Council had reviewed the bids and recommended the City to select Waste Management, it being the lowest and best bid. It must be noted that the current contract expires on 31st December, 2023. The contract with Waste Management was first executed in November 2013, which was later extended for two years in 2018.
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As per bid documents, the new solid waste collection and recycling contract will run for a period of five years starting 1st January, 2024 to 31st December, 2028. There is a provision to extend the contract for a period of additional two years, subject to mutual approval of the same by parties.
Waste Management will charge $13.35 per month for weekly solid waste collection in the starting year. This will go up to touch $15.62 in 2028. Also, recycling prices have been fixed at $3.85 per month, which again will see annual increase to $4.50 per month in 2028. There will be a discount of 5% for seniors 65 and older.
