"Duarte Residents Outraged by Trash & Recycling Rate Hike Set for 2026"
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š¢ Duarte Residents: Trash & Recycling Rates Changing in 2026 |
Starting January 1, 2026, Duarte residents and local businesses will see modest changes to their trash and recycling service fees as part of the Cityās annual review of solid waste costs. |
(Image courtesy of the City of Duarte IG)šļø Whatās Changing
š Why the Increase?The rate adjustment is tied to Duarteās contract with Burrtec Waste Services, which includes a required annual review. A major factor this year is California Senate Bill 1383, a statewide mandate that expands organic waste recycling and food recovery programs. These added requirements increase processing and disposal costs, particularly for green waste.
š Still Competitive Regionally
Even with the increase, Duarteās trash and recycling rates remain among the lowest one-third of cities surveyed in the San Gabriel Valley, a positive note for both residents and local businesses.
š³ Whatās Included
Residents will continue to receive:
For additional information, residents can contact Burrtec Waste Services directly at (800) 325-9417.
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