Connecticut Senate Bill SB01011

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/7/19
• Refer: 3/7/19

Caption

An Act Concerning Municipal Notice To Solid Waste Collectors And Continuance Of Service By Such Solid Waste Collectors.

Impact

The bill establishes a framework that fosters stability and predictability in the solid waste collection service landscape. By requiring municipalities to give notice and prohibiting them from making abrupt changes for a full year after a notice is issued, the bill seeks to protect existing service contracts and allows for continued service delivery without disruption. This measure could benefit both residents and collectors by ensuring that service availability remains consistent amid changes in municipal operations.

Summary

SB01011, introduced during the January session of 2019, is a legislative act that focuses on solid waste management at a municipal level. Specifically, the bill mandates that municipalities must notify solid waste collectors of any plans to provide their own trash collection and disposal services or to contract with a different collector. This notice must be provided a minimum of sixty days in advance, allowing existing collectors to prepare for the change. The intention is to ensure transparency and collaboration between municipalities and private waste collectors.

Contention

While the bill aims to enhance communication and service continuity, it may raise concerns over the operational flexibility of municipalities. Some local governments might argue that the requirement for notice could limit their ability to quickly respond to changing service needs or to improve waste management effectiveness. Therefore, while intended to protect collectors' interests, the bill’s stipulations may also be perceived as an overreach into municipal governance, potentially tying the hands of local leaders in efficiently managing solid waste services.