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• Graphic comparisons showing that the most expensive, single-hauler system was still significantly less expensive than the cheapest open system • Provides a level of control to the City in knowing exactly how much garbage is being produced • Better service levels are provided through one vendor, as they pick up at every address, and don't need to search addresses on their routes • The City is assured where trash is taken, another protection for citizens, as if trash is hauled to a questionable or illegal destination out-of-state service, charges could be filed if the origination point for the trash was specifically identified • Complaints from people about the City taking over private industry was found irrelevant based on established criteria: • Cost, • Service, with both cities at the meeting served by a single hauler now the most highly rated service by citizen surveys • Ability to work language into a contract with a single hauler for compensation of residents, and • A more simplified process with a single hauler for who picks up unauthorized trash on the boulevard Member Felice noted that billing for a single hauler could also be incorporated into the City's utility billing process for further cost efficiencies. Member Felice advised that, overall, the single hauler seemed to work well for those three (3) cities reporting. Member Felice advised that when the City of White Bear Lake first began the program, they took whatever items were on the curb for trash collection without any stipulations; now however, residents are charged by the size and number of containers, but could arrange for additional pick up of unusual or large items at additional cost. Member Felice noted that it was a state mandate that every municipality provide for trash pick-up for every household in their jurisdiction. Mr. Schwartz noted that some rates included the pick-up of three (3) large items per year, provided arrangements were made with the hauler; negating those items found dumped in remote areas or dead-end streets. Vice Chair Vanderwall noted the unauthorized use of dumpsters at schools, businesses, or other areas by residents not having garbage service or needing to dispose of excess items. Mr. Schwartz noted the City Council had also asked the Commission to look at the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) costs recommended by a Council CIP Subcommittee for increased utility rates over the next twenty (20) years to facilitate those needs. 6. Traffic Management Policy Mr. Schwartz noted that this topic had been introduced at last month's Commission meeting; and the Commission had requested a more detailed review Page 4 of 11