PORTAGE, MI — Green and yellow Waste Management bins will line Portage streets as weekly trash pickup shifts to the new sole contractor.
Waste Management won the city’s weekly trash and bi-weekly recycling contract in July 2025. It’ll also handle yard waste April through November and bulk pickup by request.
The decision, intended to cut costs, reduce noise and wear and tear on local streets, sparked controversy. Backed by hauler Best Way, “Take Back the Trash” lead an outspoken petition drive against the decision…