Dive Brief:

• Progressive Waste Solutions may be forced to renegotiate its new contract with New Roads, La., after the Pointe Coupee Parish Police Jury president signed a contract including the city at the same time the mayor of New Roads sent a letter asking to opt out.

• The city isn't certain it received the best terms and wants to reach a final decision about its pickup, for which it is considering the less expensive option of municipal pickup.

• The mayor of New Roads is concerned that residents aren't being asked for input regarding the collection services and the latest five-year contract with Progressive.

Dive Insight:

The Mayor cited a study conducted by the Police Jury that concluded that municipal collection would be less expensive than privatization. He also went on to say the dispute is about "enhancing the services we provide our citizens." To her credit, Police Jury President Melanie Bueche says she'll respect an opt-out decision if it comes to that.