Overview
- Trash will shift to every-other-week collection in July 2027 using 64‑gallon carts, a level the city says equals 32 gallons per household per week.
- Weekly curbside composting continues, with one free 64‑gallon organics cart per household and additional carts available for purchase.
- Medford announced a $200,000 MassDEP grant to expand composting, aligning service levels with state Pay As You Throw grant criteria.
- City estimates project more than $1 million in annual savings as disposal costs rise, according to officials.
- Residents and councilors criticize the rollout and outreach; the mayor acknowledges frustration and pledges 19 months of public input with possible adjustments, as MassDEP weighs broader food‑waste bans starting as early as 2028 for commercial and 2030 for residential.