Recology Auburn Placer Cost of Living Adjustment
Public Hearing Set for June 22

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Recology of Auburn Placer is contracted to handle solid waste services for the City of Rocklin. The contract allows for a yearly cost of living adjustment and Recology has informed the City they plan to increase costs by an average of 1.7% next fiscal year, which begins on July 1, 2021.

Recology also charges monthly disposal fees that reflect the costs of operating the Materials Recovery Facility/landfill. Due to the passage of California Senate Bill 1383, which calls for increased recycling and organic waste recycling, Recology anticipates landfill costs will increase by approximately 20.55% in order to comply.

A public hearing has been set to for the June 22 City Council meeting at 6 p.m. in the Rocklin City Council Chambers to provide property owners and customers the opportunity to protest the proposed increase in fees.

Proposed collection rates:

Chart of Recology proposed price adjustments

Read the May 11 City Council staff report here for more information.