Solid Waste Disposal Agreement and Rate Increases
Lake Forest
Summary
The city approved a 10-year agreement with Orange County for solid waste disposal to secure landfill access and avoid a 10% rate penalty. This will cause residential trash bills to increase between 9.2% and 13.4% and commercial bins with landfill disposal to rise significantly starting July 1.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residential waste bills will increase by 13.4% ($3.35/month for standard 95-gallon carts), and certain commercial rates will increase by up to 26.5%.
Lake Forest residents and businesses secure guaranteed long-term landfill capacity and avoid 10% non-contract rate surcharges.
Ratepayers face higher monthly trash collection and disposal fees.
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City Council - Regular Meeting - Apr 7, 2026
The city approved a 10-year agreement with Orange County for solid waste disposal to secure landfill access and avoid a 10% rate penalty. This will cause residential trash bills to increase between 9.2% and 13.4% and commercial bins with landfill disposal to rise significantly starting July 1.
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