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MUNI ALBUQUERQUE COUNTYlocal legislationIn Council - Final Action

Proposed Changes to City Waste Disposal Fees and Residency Rules

Original title: Amending ROA 1994 § 9-10-1 “Municipal Solid Waste Ordinance” Appendix: Collection And Disposal Rates To Increase Disposal Fees For Convenience Center For Residents And Businesses Outside Of City Of Albuquerque Limits; And § 9-10-1-11 "Collection Fees" For Use Of City Municipal Landfill And Convenience Centers To Require Proof of Residency (Peña, by request)

Record date · June 1, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This ordinance proposes increasing waste disposal fees for individuals and businesses located outside Albuquerque city limits. It also introduces a new requirement for users to provide proof of residency to access city landfills and s.

Why it matters

Residents and businesses outside city limits will face higher costs for waste disposal, and all users will be required to provide documentation of their residency to use city-operated waste facilities.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Non-city residents and businesses

They will be subject to increased disposal fees at city convenience centers.

Directly affected

City of Albuquerque residents

They will be required to provide proof of residency to utilize city waste disposal facilities.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance increases disposal fees specifically for residents and businesses located outside the City of Albuquerque limits.
  • The ordinance mandates that all users of city municipal landfills and convenience centers must provide proof of residency.
  • The proposal amends ROA 1994 § 9-10-1 regarding the Municipal Solid Waste Ordinance Appendix.
  • The proposal amends ROA 1994 § 9-10-1-11 regarding collection fees.
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  • The ordinance is currently in the City Council stage awaiting final action.
  • The ordinance was introduced on May 27, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I have to pay more to use the dump?
If you live or operate a business outside the Albuquerque city limits, the ordinance proposes an increase in disposal fees.
What do I need to bring to the landfill now?
The ordinance requires all users to provide proof of residency to access city municipal landfills and s.

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Increased Residency Enforcement

The city is moving toward stricter verification of residency for the use of public waste infrastructure.

City of Albuquerque

Connected Entities

Peña, City of Albuquerque
PersonPeña“The council member sponsoring the ordinance by request.”Map →
locationCity of Albuquerque“The municipal government managing the waste facilities.”Map →

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  • Controversy40
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