Starting July 1st, commercial properties in downtown Port Huron will no longer receive waste collection services from the City.
As a result, tenants will need to establish a new form of waste collection by July 1st. If you are a landlord or business owner, it is crucial to communicate with your tenants regarding your decision on trash collection.
There are two waste collection options to consider, one is Emterra that would allow them to continue servicing downtown businesses and lofts for a fee. The other option is to use the city’s Dumpster Share Program that contains various rates for services.
City’s Dumpster Share Program
- $15.00 per month per Residential Unit
- $25.00 per month for Commercial – Office & Retail
- $125.00 per month for Commercial – Food & Beverage
The decision to eliminate the 3-mil annual tax that funded the City of Port Huron Trash Collection for commercial properties was approved by the Council. The previous model was deemed unsustainable and unfair, as only a few properties received service while everyone paid the tax. Additionally, the tax often exceeded the actual cost of service.
To assess the impact on your yearly taxes, contact the City of Port Huron Assessing Office at (810) 984-9742.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
