June 1, 2021 City Manager's Report
Posted: Wednesday, June 02, 2021
June 1, 2021
The City Manager’s Report showcases current events facing the City externally and internally since the last Council meeting, while highlighting City accomplishments.
Update on Recology Rate Review
On March 2, 2021, Recology Ashland General Manager Gary Blake asked Council for the Recology rate adjustment to start on July 1 instead of April 1. This is due to Jackson County Commissioners considering a rate increase for the Dry Creek Landfill where Recology takes collected trash. Recology planned to bring back the rate adjustment review to the City Council in May or June to incorporate the potential increase.
The Jackson County Commissioners approved a 17.99% rate increase for Dry Creek Landfill effective July 1. However, Recology is deferring the rate adjustment review again to see if the cost cutting measures taken as a result of the pandemic can help offset the rate increase at least in the short term. Blake plans to see how the pandemic recovery and the new disposal increase affects Recology and will determine if a rate adjustment is needed later on.