Thursday, November 8, 2012

NORTH PERTH FACES HIGHER COSTS FOR AUTOMATED WASTE

The new automated waste and recycling collection program could cost North Perth more than expected.
The Bluewater Recycling Association plans to withhold Waste Diversion Ontario funding from its member municipalities to cover high capital implementation costs.
North Perth Environmnetal Services Manager Mark Hackett suggests a slight bin increase may be neccessary to cover the estimated $89,000 dollar shortfall.
Hackett cautions Council has not made a decision but instead deferred the issue until more information is gathered. North Perth implemented the new automated waste  and recycling program back in the spring.
Some Council members have already expressed opposition to a user fee increase so soon.

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