This bill amends R.S. 33:4169.1 to update the authority of municipalities and parishes regarding the collection and disposal of garbage and trash. It introduces the option for governing authorities to grant exclusive contracts to garbage collectors without the mandatory requirement of issuing a request for proposals, although they are still authorized to do so. Additionally, the bill allows for time contracts for garbage collection and transportation for up to ten years, with an option to extend for an additional five years, and for disposal contracts for up to twenty-five years, also with a five-year extension option. Furthermore, the bill repeals the previous requirement for issuing requests for proposals or advertising for bids for exclusive contracts, as indicated by the deletion of R.S. 33:4169.1(A)(1)(f). The amendments also clarify the assessment of service charges for garbage services, particularly in specific parishes, ensuring that such charges are only imposed after voter approval. Overall, the bill streamlines the process for municipalities and parishes in managing garbage collection and disposal contracts.

Statutes affected:
HB1068 Original: 33:1(A)(1)
HB1068 Engrossed: 33:1(A)(1)
HB1068 Enrolled: 33:1(A)(1)
HB1068 Act 451: 33:1(A)(1)