Clackamas County Solid Waste Commission Meeting - May 12, 2026

The Clackamas County Solid Waste Commission held a meeting on May 12, 2026, focusing primarily on the annual review of the solid waste collection system and associated fee adjustments. The commission discussed proposed fee increases for residential carts, containers, dropboxes, transfer stations, and infectious medical waste, considering cost factors such as disposal, labor, and transportation. A key topic was the introduction of a residential reduced fee program offering 50% or 75% discounts for eligible low-income ratepayers, with eligibility tied to participation in existing assistance programs. The commission unanimously approved the proposed fee increases, including the 75% discount option for the reduced fee program, and also approved increases for transfer station fees and infectious medical waste fees. Representatives from local waste haulers expressed support for the rate adjustments, citing rising operational costs. The meeting concluded with updates on recycling modernization efforts and commercial composting progress.