In November 2022, San Diego voters approved Measure B, amending the 1919 “People’s Ordinance” to allow the city to charge fees for residential trash and recycling services. This change aimed to address longstanding inequities where some residents received free city services while others paid private haulers.
Key Developments:
- Proposed Fees: The city initially proposed a $53 monthly fee for trash services, later reduced to $47 after community feedback. This fee would apply to approximately 233,000 single-family homes and small multi-family units. The fee is expected to increase to $62 by 2029.
- Enhanced Services: The proposed fee would fund improved services, including free bin replacements, increased recycling frequency, and curbside bulky item pickup starting in 2027.
- Public Engagement: The city conducted extensive outreach, engaging over 10,000 residents through meetings and surveys to inform the proposed changes.
- Public Hearing: A public hearing is scheduled for June 9, 2025, where the City Council will consider the proposed fee. Formal written protests can be submitted in accordance with Proposition 218 procedures.
For more detailed information, visit the City of San Diego’s official page on Measure B.
https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/trash-service-updates/measure-b
