HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0019) M&C 21-0313City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 05/04/21 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-0313
LOG NAME: 23HAULERS NON-EXCLUSIVE GRANTS OF PRIVILEGE
SUBJECT
(ALL) Authorize the Execution of Agreements Granting a Non -Exclusive Privilege to Redbox Plus and to Reliable Waste & Recycling, to Collect
and Transport Municipal Solid Waste Pursuant to Chapter 12.5 of the City Code, Article VIII, Solid Waste and Recycling, Division 5, Private
Collectors
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of agreements granting a non-exclusive privilege to Redbox Plus and to Reliable
Waste & Recycling, pursuant to Chapter 12.5 of the City Code, Article VIII, Solid Waste and Recycling, Division 5, Private Collectors for the
business of collecting municipal solid waste.
DISCUSSION:
The following two companies, Redbox Plus and Reliable Waste & Recycling, have submitted an application for a non-exclusive privilege
agreement to collect and transport municipal solid waste generated by businesses, industries and apartment complexes in Fort Worth. The term of
the agreement is for a period of five years and will automatically renew each five year period unless notice of termination is provided by one party
to the other at least 30 days prior to the date of the renewal. The director has determined the applicants meet the requirements of the law and the
City Code and recommends that the City Council authorize the privilege agreement which must be passed by a two-thirds vote.
In accordance with the terms of the agreement, the following two companies, Redbox Plus and Reliable Waste & Recycling, shall pay to the City a
fee of ten percent of gross revenues derived from its commercial collection operations within the City. Such fee shall be paid on a quarterly basis
due on April 30, July 31, October 31, and January 31 for the preceding quarter. These two companies also agree to comply with all other terms
such as the condition of the solid waste container used, assumption of liability for damage caused, collection times and the submission of annual
reports.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendation and execution of the agreement, funds will be deposited into the
Solid Waste Fund. The Code Compliance Department (and Financial Management Services) is responsible for the collection and deposit of
funds due to the City.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Valerie Washington 6199
Originating Business Unit Head: Brandon Bennett 6322
Additional Information Contact: David B. Carson 6336