Solid Waste Franchise Performance and Amendment
Summary
Residents will pay about $5.80 more per month for trash service, mostly because Orange County is sharply raising landfill fees under a new three-year agreement. The council approved the deal because alternatives cost more, and Valley Vista agreed to negotiate better bulky-item pickup terms.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $5.80 more per month for the average three-cart household; $5.33 of that is the county landfill pass-through.
The city gains guaranteed long-term landfill access at the best available pricing; Valley Vista keeps its franchise.
Ratepayers foot the bill, especially apartment complexes limited to two bulky-item pickups per year.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Regular — July 14, 2026
An independent audit found Valley Vista Services over 90% compliant, and the council approved the Fifth Amendment adding bulky item pickup. Speakers praised the partnership and the smoother service.
City Council Regular — April 28, 2026
Residents will pay about $5.80 more per month for trash service, mostly because Orange County is sharply raising landfill fees under a new three-year agreement. The council approved the deal because alternatives cost more, and Valley Vista agreed to negotiate better bulky-item pickup terms.
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