Date: April 7, 2025
Summary
The Portland City Council Transportation & Infrastructure Committee convened on April 7, 2025, to discuss upcoming rates and fees related to water, sewer, and solid waste services. The committee reviewed presentations from public works bureaus and the Solid Waste and Recycling team at the Bureau of Transportation and Sustainability (BTS). Key discussions included the water and sewer rates for the new fiscal year, with input from the Portland Utility Board and an overview of anticipated solid waste rates. Notably, a new low-income discount program for solid waste services was introduced, aiming to alleviate the financial burden on qualifying residents. The meeting highlighted the city’s commitment to maintaining essential services while considering affordability and sustainability. No votes were taken during this session, as the committee’s role was to brief and educate members on these issues before further discussions in the Finance Committee.
Key Points
- Discussion on water and sewer rates and fees for the upcoming fiscal year
- Preview of anticipated rates from the Solid Waste and Recycling team at BTS
- Introduction of a low-income discount program for solid waste services
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No votes were recorded in this meeting.
Action Items
- Councilor Green to carry concerns and messages to the Finance Committee
- Further discussion and finalization of rates and fees after Metro Council adopts the disposal fee on May 8th
- Continued engagement with waste management companies to improve customer service