Princeton’s City Council has unanimously approved new trash pickup procedures for this fall and revised alcohol ordinances.
At Tuesday night’s meeting, Code Enforcement Officer Alan Getz shared that he had conducted some research regarding the fall furniture and large item pickup, similar to the spring event. He said he spoke with GFL on Monday afternoon, and they agreed to maintain the same flat rate from three years ago at $98.65 per ton.
click to download audioMayor Brock Thomas and Getz explained plans to expand the fall trash pickup, noting that residents will now need to register for the service instead of simply leaving items at the curb.
click to download audioAfter discussion, Mayor Thomas requested a motion to advance the fall trash pickup project using reservations and inmate labor. The motion passed unanimously, 4-0, with Councilmen Carl Copeland and Brian Conger absent from the meeting.
During the discussion of the amended Alcoholic Beverage Control ordinance, Getz explained that it addresses caterers’ licenses and responsible beverage service training.
click to download audioThe Council will review the amended Alcoholic Beverage Control ordinance for a second reading at its next meeting.
In other new business, Mayor Thomas declared the week of September 17th as Constitution Week, commemorating the 238th anniversary of the United States Constitution.
click to download audioThe Council approved the proclamation.
The Council also listened to a request from a local business regarding Sunday alcohol sales and received updates from various committees and departments. More details on these discussions will be shared in the coming days.
