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Santa Paula Approves 25-Year Solid Waste Franchise with Athens

Housing Authority of the city of Santa PaulaATHENS SERVICES INCOctober 15, 2025

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Description

The City of Santa Paula entered into a new 25-year exclusive franchise agreement with Athens Services, Inc. for residential and commercial solid waste, recycling, and organics collection services effective October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2047. The contract implements state-mandated SB 1383 programs, establishes maximum rate structures with annual adjustments, and is projected to significantly increase franchise fee revenue and related benefits to the City.

Contract Details

Vendor

ATHENS SERVICES INC

Agency

Housing Authority of the city of Santa Paula, CA

Contract Type

OTHER

Document Date

October 15, 2025

Contract Term

October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2047, with two additional five-year extensions at the City's discretion

Renewal Date

2047-09-30

Renewal Info

Initial 25-year term from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2047, with two additional five-year extensions at the City's discretion. Annual rate adjustments allowed up to specified maximum rates, with 6.9% potential increases each October 1 from 2023 through 2027 and 4% annual increases beginning July 1, 2028.