City Of Kelowna Council Highlights

Jul. 13, 2011

Solid Waste Management Council approved solid waste management rate changes to be implemented starting Jan. 1, 2012. The changes are in anticipation of long-term landfill site development and closure, and operating costs for all solid-waste services. The tipping fee for garbage will increase from $55 to $65 a tonne, remaining competitive with other regional facilities. The residential fees for curbside pickup and waste processing and recycling will increase over two years from $176.82 to $187.92 in 2012 and $197.30 in 2013. Self-hauled garbage loads to the landfill will increase to $8 per load in 2012 from the current $6 per load, rising to $10 a load in 2013. Yard waste up to 20 cm in diameter under 250 kg will continue to be free of charge, while loads over 250 kg will increase to $40 a load from $25. Currently, services are provided by a mix of city and regional employees and several contractors.