Council raises concerns about bulk pickup and tagging as Waste Management contract extended six months

Councilmembers raised concerns about recent bulky‑waste pickup practices, saying some piles were larger than the two‑cubic‑yard limit in the contract. Manager and staff reported Waste Management representatives acknowledged the issue and said the hauler needs to do a better job tagging oversized piles. The council noted that the contract allows two cubic yards per pickup and that larger piles should be tagged with an orange tag and require payment or separate arrangements.

Council also noted that Waste Management had agreed to extend the town’s contract for six months while negotiations continue. Council members requested better communication to residents about bulk pickup limits and tagging procedures, and staff agreed to post guidance to the town website and include it in other communications.

Discussion: recent instances of oversized piles and perceived inconsistent pick-up practices; Waste Management acknowledged need to improve tagging. Direction: staff to publicize bulk-pickup rules and follow up with Waste Management; no formal contract change recorded at the meeting beyond the agreed six‑month extension.

Ending: staff to coordinate with Waste Management on improved tagging and resident communications.