Solid waste franchise RFP

A low-income senior described paying for a large bin she cannot fill and cans left in the street; strongly supported the RFP and ending Green Waste's franchise.

Asked for transparency on customer-satisfaction metrics and on upcoming environmental regulations that could drive rates in the RFP.

ReGen Monterey communications director clarified the district coordinated the process and noted Pebble Beach, Del Rey Oaks and Carmel had already approved the recommendation.

Waste Management's district manager urged support for the RFP, noting WM served Pacific Grove for nearly three decades and employs local workers.

Former Green Waste employee now with Republic Services; said Republic is excited to bid and emphasized cost competitiveness and worker continuity.

Green Waste's municipal franchise VP reiterated the company's commitment and asked the council to consider sole-source negotiation or extension, noting rate-stability protections and its workforce.

Pebble Beach CSD general manager and TAC chair explained the recommendation's basis: affordability, a competitive market, the turnkey ReGen truck yard, and best rates through fair competition.