Options for the future
Each option represents a package of services, and levels of service, related to recycling, waste removal and disposal, and public education. The following is a highlight of each option. See the chart below for a more detailed view.
- Current plus service - our current waste system plus extra promotion of our services currently offered and occasional household hazardous waste days.
- Enhanced service - would include curb-side recycling pick-up and a permanent household hazardous waste drop off offered on limited days.
- Comprehensive service - would include curbside garbage, food waste, leaf and garden waste pick-up and more frequent household hazardeous waste drop off days.
The average cost of waste management services is about $100 per household per year or $8.40 per month.
Average Breakdown of Cost for a Typical Regina Household
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Current Plus Service Options:
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Enhanced Service Options:
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Comprehensive Service Options:
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* current 16% diversion Cost - $120 to $140 per household per year. |
Potential Diversion – 30% to 40% |
Potential Diversion – 50% to 65% Cost - $280 to $320 per household per year. |