Oxford’s City Council discussed waste management contracts, funding adjustments for the local tourism bureau and community developments in the Nov. 7 meeting.
The council approved a two-year solid waste contract with Rumpke with the option to extend. The contract will cost commercial trash cart customers $18.20 per month for a service, and $10 per month for a rental. The contract will include a 18.5% increase from the previous contract, which is directly in line with inflation, according to Michael Dreisbach, service director on the city’s staff.
City staff said additional composting services may be available in the future.
Council also discussed reallocating convention tax funds and shifting some resources from Enjoy Oxford to fulfill the city’s $270,000 economic development commitment. The restructured funding will allow the city more flexibility while maintaining support for local tourism.
Additionally, council members noted the installation of a new mural in Peffer Park. Council members also encouraged residents to attend the annual Veterans Day ceremony, scheduled for 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 in Uptown Park and expressed gratitude for the recent voter turnout.
Council’s next meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the Oxford Courthouse.
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