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The majority of the EQTF recommended that Mounds View continue with <br /> multiple haulers licensed in the city and that the haulers continue to be <br /> responsible for the recycling as well. For the majority of the EQTF members, <br /> freedom of choice was a very important objective. To improve the <br /> consistency of services, a new ordinance needs to be written that will specify <br /> exactly what services the haulers must provide and what recycling items <br /> they must take. <br /> There was a strong minority opinion in the EQTF regarding the <br /> multiple/single hauler issue of which city council may want to be aware, <br /> This minority opinion was that bids should be taken and a single hauler <br /> system should be set up. For these individuals in EQTF, cutting back on the <br /> amount of garbage truck traffic and cutting costs were more important <br /> objectives than freedom of choice. The license agreement with the hauler <br /> would specifically list what services will be provided as well as prices for <br /> these services. The hauler would be responsible for all recycling as well. <br /> The minority felt that as part of having a single hauler, the city might <br /> consider doing the actual billing for the garbage hauling. This would have a <br /> number of advantages. It would make it easy to make sure that all resident <br /> have a hauler (whether they have weekly pickup or bag pick-up. The city <br /> would also be able to charge a small billing fee that could be used to pay for <br /> a part-time staff position to coordinate the garbage/recycling situation, or <br /> could be used to pay for education and/or reward programs. <br /> The city should provide more education regarding the 3 R's (Reduce, Reuse, <br /> Recycle). This could increase recycling participation and cut down on the <br /> total amount of waste produced. The concept of awarding prizes to recycling <br /> participants could also help our participation level. A program should be <br /> developed to generate a community spirit for recycling such has been done <br /> 'n other communities. <br /> Conclusion <br /> Regardless of the decision regarding haulers the EQTF also wants to make <br /> some recommendations regarding what services should be included in the <br /> ordinance and/or license agreement for the haulers. <br /> 1. There should be a minimum of 3 can-size rates as well as a bag rate. This <br /> bag rate will allow people with very little garbage to only pay for the <br /> amount of trash they actually have hauled away. <br />