City officials want Texarkana garbage companies to predict how a future policy change could affect their businesses

Residential waste collection is divided into four quadrants in Texarkana, Ark., each having its own hauler. But the city is preparing to accept bids to streamline the service with one carrier. Representatives from each company met with city officials Friday to discuss what the change would mean for haulers and citizens.

“It’s not our intent by doing this to increase rates,” said City Manager Harold Boldt. “I think going out and soliciting for proposals kee...

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