Garbage rate changes could be coming in 2026
Bloomington’s garbage rates may change in 2026. The pay-as-you-throw system will remain, but price gaps will widen so smaller carts cost less. A new, lower-priced every-other-week pickup will also be available for households with the smallest cart and minimal trash.
These updates, based on a rate study and resident feedback, aim to keep service affordable and reduce waste.
What you can do:
Downsize carts if they’re rarely full.
Choose every-other-week service if weekly pickup isn’t needed.
Recycle and compost more to shrink trash.
Sign up for organics recycling at no extra cost to keep food scraps and other compostable materials out of the garbage.
Preliminary rates were presented to the City Council on July 28. Final adoption is expected after the October budget review and November 17 public hearing. Watch for more details this fall to select your cart size and service level if the proposed changes are adopted. Learn more at blm.mn/garbage or call 952-563-8726.
