27/08/2026
Porter Township – Solid Waste Contract Information (hopefully the format of this post will be legible)
In November of this year, we must renew our solid waste collection contract. The Board has investigated various providers and has determined staying with Republic is our best option. What still needs to be decided is if we want to add curbside recycling to our contract.
The Board recognizes some of our residents would like the convenience of curbside recycling every other week. It would resolve some issues we have had with the recycling container at the hall (dumping of non-recycling items, being full so quickly). However, there are some residents in this township that struggle to make ends meet and this additional costs to them could cause additional hardship.
Ultimately it is the Board’s responsibility to decide the best path forward for the residents of Porter Township. We want to give you an opportunity to respectfully share your opinion at the September 9 meeting at 6:00 p.m.. Here is some data to help you understand the costs.
THE NEW CONTRACT WITH REPUBLIC CONTINUES TO OFFER:
(no expected increase in solid waste special assessment - $225)
• Weekly curbside waste pickup
• One approved bulk item pick up per residence weekly (You will no longer need to call ahead to arrange pick up. The driver will call when they see the item at the road to get another truck to come pick up if they cannot put it in their truck.)
• Recycling drop off contain at the hall with one dump allowed per month (FREE)
• Fuel surcharge is being dropped
IF EVERY OTHER WEEK CURBSIDE RECYCLING IS ADDED:
(increase of solid waste special assessment to $280)
• The recycling container at the hall would be removed.
• Each household would get a dedicated recycling bin for at the road.
• Target date for start is November.
The Board wants to do what is best for most of the residents. We are happy to have a polite conversation about our solid waste/recycling options for the township.
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