Solid waste collection frequency
Summary
Residents lined up to oppose a move to once-a-week garbage pickup, citing large families, overflowing cans, and rat concerns. The council responded with a 6-0 vote to keep twice-weekly collection.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Contract terms were not detailed publicly; service frequency directly affects what residents pay for and how much service they get.
All residents — especially larger households — keep two pickups a week.
Residents who rely on twice-a-week pickup and bulk collection would see service reduced under the proposal.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Aug 18, 2026
Residents lined up to oppose a move to once-a-week garbage pickup, citing large families, overflowing cans, and rat concerns. The council responded with a 6-0 vote to keep twice-weekly collection.
City Council - Aug 5, 2026
Clifton's garbage contract jumps from $9.58 million to $10.44 million next year if nothing changes. A consultant proposes cart-based collection — possibly with once-a-week pickup — which could slow cost growth but would change how every household puts out trash, and residents are split on reduced service.
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