Phoenix Public Works outlines proposed multi-year solid-waste rate increase and affordability programs Public Works presented a proposed multi-year residential rate adjustment beginning July 2026, cited fund shortfalls and a $70M five-year CIP; staff proposed affordability measures including expanded Project Assist funding and the R&R downsizing program and will hold nine community listening sessions before returning to council April 22.

Phoenix faces a looming solid-waste fund crisis, with proposed rate increases and affordability measures set to impact residents starting July 2026.

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#PhoenixPublicWorks has placed 25 food rcyclers in 2 city buildings this year. Partners in the effort are Mill, which sells food recycling systems, & Rcity, a local service that collects the waste & uses it as compost on Valley farms.