City Finances and FY26-27 Budget
Summary
The county's new landfill disposal agreement jumps the gate fee from $43.76 to $67 per ton, forcing a 13.1% increase in trash rates — about $3.35/month more for single-family homes. Councilmembers voiced frustration that the city wasn't at the negotiating table but said their hands were tied.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $3.35 more per month for single-family homes and $3.03 for multifamily cart service; roughly $640,000 citywide per year by one resident's math.
The county and the waste hauler recover their increased disposal and capital costs.
Residents, especially those on fixed incomes, absorb a 13% rate hike with no low-income assistance available.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Special Meeting - Aliso Viejo State of the City - Sep 23, 2026
The City reports a balanced budget of about $30 million, with sales tax and property tax as the biggest revenue sources and public safety as the largest expense.
City Council Special Closed Session and Regular Meetings - Sep 2, 2026
The Willdan contract amendment adds a study on whether the city should form a Community Facility District to fund public facilities tied to new development. It's the first step in a decision that could shape how developers pay for infrastructure.
City Council (Regular) - Jun 17, 2026
The county's new landfill disposal agreement jumps the gate fee from $43.76 to $67 per ton, forcing a 13.1% increase in trash rates — about $3.35/month more for single-family homes. Councilmembers voiced frustration that the city wasn't at the negotiating table but said their hands were tied.
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