New Orleans Trash Service in Crisis | New Orleans News

New Orleans residents are furious as the city considers doubling trash pickup fees to restore biweekly service—something they’ll likely never see again. After Hurricane Ida slashed pickups to once a week in 2021, officials now propose an $8.25 monthly charge to cover costs, even as the current $24 fee hasn’t changed since 2011. Critics call it a “screw-up,” while sanitation leaders argue weekly is sufficient—and if they go back to twice a week, contractors won’t be ready until 2028 and prices would double. Council President JP Morrell cites Jefferson Parish’s recycling woes as a cautionary tale, with a vote looming on September 3rd. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b2290edaf5ff245c