City Council Agenda and Packet 2013 08 06

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City Council Meeting Minutes July 2, 2013 Page 7 of 25 Council member Loo asked for the total increase amount. City Manager Fleming explained the total increase is 5.5%; 1.36% for CPI increase and 4.14% for the hazardous household waste. The Admin fee covers the sustainability issues. In the past, the City has relied on recycling revenues. With the decrease in recycling revenue, it is necessary to raise rates. Council member Yarnell felt the 1.36% should be paid pursuant to the contract however the 4.14% for hazardous household waste fees and other programs should be discussed. She felt there should be discussion relative to the residents paying for the hazardous household fees. City Manager Fleming explained at one time the City did charge residents for hazardous household waste. It was considered a deterrent to dispose of hazardous household waste by other means. Council member Jasiak asked if this was household or commercial hazardous waste materials. She requested data on the ratio between residential and commercial hazardous waste. Public Works Director Kowar would acquire the information from Western Disposal. He felt there was value in having an Enterprise Fund for Solid Waste. He noted there is a clause in the contract, which charges a flat fee for those who opt out. He suggested looking at the clause and adding a citywide fee. Mayor Pro Tem Dalton stated the current contract provides services to residents who have optedout. He felt there should be some reconsideration of the fees. Council member Keany noted there are 5,000 water users in the City andother ways to fund the hazardous household waste program. He suggested changing the tables in the resolution to make it more equitable for the residents paying for trash service. City Attorney Light was asked whether the fee table contained in the resolution could be revised and approved this evening. City Attorney Light explained if the fee schedule is not based on a mathematical calculation, the resolution could be approved this evening. Public Works Director Kowar stated the resolution included an increase of the pre-paid bag sticker from $3.25 to $3.50, which is not based on a mathematical calculation. Mayor Pro Tem Dalton supported continuing this matter to resolve the issues.Mayor Muckle supported the resolution as presented. He noted in one year the single hauler will go out to bid.Council member Keany stated the item was on the consent agenda, he felt it should be continued to allow for public comment. Mayor Muckle requested public comment. There were no comments. MOTION: Council member Keany moved to continue Resolution 39, Series 2013 to the August 6, 2013 meeting, with a revised rate 1.36%, seconded by Council member Jasiak. The vote was 6-1, with Mayor Muckle voting no. 38