Recycling and waste reduction budget amendment
Summary
Legislator Randy Brown proposed adding $500,000 to the 2027 recycling enterprise fund to support more aggressive waste reduction, funded partly by a $5 annual solid waste fee increase. Former Legislator Martha Robertson spoke strongly in support.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
A proposed $500,000 increase to the 2027 Recycling and Materials Management enterprise fund, supported by a $5 annual solid waste fee.
Residents who recycle and reuse operations that divert material from the landfill.
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