Snohomish residents to get small trash bill credit

Snohomish residents will receive a small credit on their trash bills due to recent service interruptions caused by labor disputes. The city successfully negotiated this bill credit after Republic Services agreed to pay $2,500 for staffing a public drop-off event held on July 20. Local union workers walked off the job in solidarity with a strike at a Thurston County landfill, which ended on July 21. The drop-off event allowed residents to dispose of their trash without additional costs, as Republic Services provided the dumpsters free of charge. City spokeswoman Shari Ireton confirmed the arrangement, emphasizing the city's commitment to supporting residents during service disruptions.

Residents with questions about the credit can contact Republic Services directly at 425-778-0188. Meanwhile, Monroe's city council plans to discuss its own trash services contract with Republic Services at a meeting scheduled for September 18. This ongoing dialogue highlights the impact of labor relations on local waste management services.