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2008 Fees

The following is a list of fees that are charged at the RSWC.

 

Graphic of a private haulerPermits and Disposal

Type

Fee

Residential permit$ 5.00
Commercial permit (Business)$15.00
Additional Commercial Permit (if purchased in the same year as the first permit)$ 5.00
Disposal Coupons (singles)$ 6.00
Disposal Coupon Booklet (6 coupons)$36.00
Punchcard$12.00


Anyone who wishes to bring trash to the RSWC must have a current permit. Permits are good for 3 years. Please note that SUV's and mini-vans must use 2 coupons, while one coupon is required for passenger cars.

 

Please Note: As of January 1, 2008, disposal fees have changed. Old punchcards will be honored until March 29, 2008. 

 

Flat rates at the weight scales are as follows: 

0-333 lbs.$12.00
334-666 lbs.$23.00
667-999 lbs.$34.00
Over 1 Ton$80.00 per ton

 

 

MerchandiseCurbside Bin

Material

Price

Recycling Bin$ 6.00
Tarp$ 5.00
Compost Bin$33.00
Compost Aerator$ 5.00
Compost Turner$10.00
EMC Shopping Basket$ 5.00

 

 

 

Graphic of a commercial haulerHauler Licensing

Type

Fee

Haulers License Application Fee$50.00
Haulers License Sticker$10.00

 

 

 
Materials for DisposalTire

Material

Fee

Freon$20.00
Tires (without rims)$ 2.00 per tire (limit 10)
Tires (with rims or more than 10)$ 0.05 per lb. (limit 25)

 

 

 
Uncovered LoadPenalties

Type

Fine

Civil Penalty$50.00
Uncovered Load$10.00 - 40.00
NSF/PP Fine $20.00