The Tipping Floor https://www.thetippingfloor.com/ 2026-06-17T21:14:43.484341Z Source-linked refuse industry updates. Houston plans fee relief tied to garbage charges as collection costs stay in focus https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-local-houston-1-2c0008f62a 2026-06-17T18:48:07Z 2026-06-17T18:48:07Z Any subsidy or assistance program can affect delinquency, service access, and municipal collection economics. Casella withdraws key permit filing tied to Dalton landfill expansion https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:registry-casella-1-c7fcce2164 2026-06-17T18:33:07Z 2026-06-17T18:33:07Z The move could slow capacity planning and reshape near-term disposal strategy in northern New England. Houston backs aid plan as new $5 monthly trash fee moves ahead https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-42524e70e6 2026-06-17T17:03:52Z 2026-06-17T17:03:52Z Fee changes can reshape resident affordability, collection revenue, and political pressure around service costs. Circular Services adds Florida’s first permitted food and beverage de-packaging site https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-168e5c1dc3 2026-06-17T11:30:00Z 2026-06-17T11:30:00Z The new Vero Beach facility gives generators a local option for diverting packaged product from disposal. WM adds batteries to its no-go list for recycling and trash bins https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-b60aeac90e 2026-06-17T11:00:00Z 2026-06-17T11:00:00Z The change underscores how battery contamination can drive fire risk, worker safety concerns, and facility disruption. California revives zero-emission pressure on private waste fleets with public contracts https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-2b5adcf26c 2026-06-17T10:51:00Z 2026-06-17T10:51:00Z Haulers tied to municipal work may face earlier truck replacement decisions and tighter equipment planning. San Diego adds gates and overnight limits at coastal lots to reduce disorder https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-san-diego-nbc7-8d857bd0a6 2026-06-17T06:02:59Z 2026-06-17T06:02:59Z New access rules can change enforcement burden, curbside conditions, and service timing around beach-adjacent municipal assets. Car hauler driver struck in Chambers County crash after Infiniti leaves I-10 https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-refuse-e6e0af4b91 2026-06-17T02:06:00Z 2026-06-17T02:06:00Z A reminder that highway exposure and roadside work zones remain a real operating risk for transport fleets. BrickHouse GPS gets PE backing to push deeper into telematics M&A https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-today-5d07b4dfd6 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z More capital could speed product expansion and vendor consolidation for fleets that rely on tracking and coaching tools. Republic Services’ stock gains point to stronger margin leverage than sales alone show https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-08e97d6cd1 2026-06-16T21:22:58Z 2026-06-16T21:22:58Z A useful read on how public-hauler execution can translate into valuation even without faster top-line growth. San Jose garbage fees climb again as contractors and fuel costs bite https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:local-public-san-jose-spotlight-cb30dcd887 2026-06-16T19:00:23Z 2026-06-16T19:00:23Z Higher municipal rates show how inflation is still working its way into collection contracts and household bills. Republic Services moves to add RaeKar Waste Services to its route network https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:gn-big4-8dd28762cb 2026-06-16T18:00:00Z 2026-06-16T18:00:00Z Another tuck-in deal signals how national haulers keep building density and local scale. Reworld’s new sustainability report points to broader service and market positioning https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-fe97e5d21d 2026-06-16T12:33:43Z 2026-06-16T12:33:43Z Useful for operators and investors watching how integrated waste firms frame growth, customer demand, and ESG claims. NWRA opens 2026 recycling awards applications for industry leaders https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-92097ab0e4 2026-06-16T12:29:38Z 2026-06-16T12:29:38Z Recognition can spotlight operational practices and vendor relationships worth watching across the recycling chain. Recycling Partnership fund targets higher participation, with downstream effects for haulers and MRFs https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste360-90df2d346d 2026-06-16T12:27:01Z 2026-06-16T12:27:01Z More set-outs and cleaner loads can improve route economics, bale quality, and municipal program performance. California packaging EPR plan points to a multibillion-dollar compliance bill https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#news:waste-dive-be7aeced1f 2026-06-16T12:22:00Z 2026-06-16T12:22:00Z Fee design and reimbursement rules could ripple through recycling contracts, processing costs, and producer budgets. Contract watch: Authorized Battle Motors (Formerly Crane Carrier) Service, Repair, Maintenance, and OEM Parts https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-263677 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z City of Pasadena has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-06-29. Contract watch: FURNISHING AND DELIVERY OF HEAVY DUTY ROLL OFF CONTAINERS AS REQUIRED BY THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-252044 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z Middlesex County has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-06-30. Contract watch: Term Contract for Trailer Truck Rentals https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#contracts:opengov-266317 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z Seminole County has a source-linked procurement lead. Deadline: 2026-07-01. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786182-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Charlotte - Charlotte, NC. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf791262-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. $479,479. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf786181-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Front End Loader. TLG Used Truck Center - Strafford, MO. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Ready Line: 2026 Peterbilt 520 Amrep Front End Loader https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-tlg-tf791219-2026-peterbilt-520 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Front End Loader. TLG Peterbilt - Dayton - Tipp City, OH. $399,900. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2024 Autocar ACX64 Cab & Chassis https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101106-autocarccfl 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors RAIDER (LET2) Cab & Chassis Rear Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101105-bmcab-chassirl 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors RAIDER (LET2) Cab & Chassis Side Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101107-bmcab-chassisl 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Mount Ready: 2026 Battle Motors Raider (LET2) Cab and Chassis Front Loader Series https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#ready-line:ready-rdk-65101104-bmcab-chassifl 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z 2026-06-14T11:12:04Z Cabover Refuse Chassis. Tampa, FL. price not listed. Verified listing source included. Funding watch: Diesel Refuse Truck Replacement Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12342-6fbd73a6 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z Nebraska. Application close: close date not listed. The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) will provide funding for the replacement of medium- to heavy-duty diesel refuse, local freight, delivery, and maintenance trucks. Old trucks must be replaced with 2019 or newer model year compressed natural gas or diesel engines pursuant to California Air Resources Board Optional Low-NOx Standards. Funding watch: Diesel Emission Reduction Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-13357-5af09e90 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z Washington. Application close: October 14, 2025. The Washington State Department of Ecology offers grants for the replacement or repower of medium- and heavy-duty diesel refuse trucks, street sweepers, freight switcher locomotives, port cargo handling equipment, and forklifts with zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) and associated infrastructure. Grants are available in the following amounts: Eligible ZEVs. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Truck Emission Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12098-20508b05 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Truck Replacement Program, which provides funding for fleets to replace old vehicles with lower emitting vehicles or to purchase new zero emission, hybrid, or low oxides of nitrogen (NOx) vehicles. Funding is available for the following projects: - Replacement of an engine model. Funding watch: Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12136-4aa98afd 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Pennsylvania. Application close: October 7, 2026. The AFIG Program provides financial assistance for innovative, advanced fuel and vehicle technology projects. Projects that result in product commercialization and the expansion of Pennsylvania companies are favored in the selection process. Eligible applicants include school districts, municipal authorities, political subdivisions, non-profits. Funding watch: Zero Emission Truck Rebates https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12542-d32be8a0 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z Massachusetts. Application close: close date not listed. Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources' Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Trucks Program offers rebates for the purchase or lease of all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks, buses, and vans. Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of less than $2,000,000. Rebate amounts are available in. Funding watch: Vehicle Emissions Reduction and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Project Funding https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12218-00e79334 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z Tennessee. Application close: close date not listed. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) provides funding for the repower or replacement of Class 4-8 school, shuttle and transit buses, Class 4-7 local freight trucks, and Class 8 local freight trucks and port drayage trucks, with alternative fuel or all-electric models. Alternative fuels include, but are not limited to, compressed. Funding watch: Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Grants https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-13331-6b5cfb66 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The Energy Infrastructure Incentives for Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicles (EnergIIZE), funded by the California Energy Commission, offers grants for the purchase and installation of ZEV infrastructure for MHD electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles. Eligible applicants include commercial fleets, station owners, and ZEV infrastructure. Funding watch: Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant – Santa Barbara County https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#funding:afdc-12504-eec23a0d 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z 2026-06-14T12:23:12Z California. Application close: close date not listed. The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD) provides grants to offset the costs of zero-emission (zero tailpipe emission) heavy-duty vehicles that reduce on-road emissions within Santa Barbara County. Eligible projects include the replacement of commercial trucks and buses, transit buses, authorized emergency vehicle, transportation. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste Transportation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-transportation-6bbfb249 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Confirm EPA ID number, manifest handling, transfer facility limits, discharge response, and state-specific transporter requirements. Compliance watch: Hazardous Waste e-Manifest https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-hazardous-waste-e-manifest-f4495af6 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Verify user registration, signature workflow, paper/electronic transition status, and user fees before changing manifest procedures. Compliance watch: Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest System https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-uniform-hazardous-waste-manifest-system-6750e8e5 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Review transporter signature, waste description, emergency response, copy distribution, and state manifest requirements. Compliance watch: RCRA Regulations https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-rcra-regulations-0050f717 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Use the EPA page as a federal baseline, then check authorized state rules before accepting or moving regulated waste. Compliance watch: Heavy-Duty Vehicle GHG Standards - Phase 3 https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-heavy-duty-vehicle-ghg-standards-phase-3-4fedd83c 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Watch model-year standards, OEM product changes, and fleet replacement timing before committing to long-cycle truck purchases. Compliance watch: PFAS CERCLA Hazardous Substance Designation https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-pfas-cercla-hazardous-substance-designation-ca8cc609 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Coordinate with disposal facilities and environmental counsel before changing acceptance, profiling, or disposal practices for PFAS-impacted materials. Compliance watch: Industrial Stormwater NPDES https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-industrial-stormwater-npdes-fb00b6f9 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Confirm whether a transfer station, maintenance yard, container yard, or recycling operation needs industrial stormwater permit coverage and inspections. Compliance watch: Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Air Rules https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#compliance:comp-us-municipal-solid-waste-landfill-air-rules-99c9e642 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z 2026-06-17T21:00:54Z U.S. EPA. Monitor NSPS/EG requirements, state plan approvals, GCCS obligations, emissions thresholds, and reporting deadlines. Industry calendar: 36th Annual Illinois Trash Can Open https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:36th-annual-illinois-trash-can-open-2026-06-17-b65f61cb3b 2026-06-15T15:34:34Z 2026-06-15T15:34:34Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jun 17, 2026. Bloomingdale Golf Club – Bloomingdale, IL. Industry calendar: Covered Battery-Embedded Waste Recycling Fee Workshop https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:covered-battery-embedded-waste-recycling-fee-workshop-2026-06-17-14a74cc80e 2026-06-15T15:34:42Z 2026-06-15T15:34:42Z CalRecycle. Jun 17, 2026. CalEPA Building, Byron Sher Auditorium, Sacramento, CA. Industry calendar: SB 1383 & SB 54 Chat with CalRecycle https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:sb-1383-sb-54-chat-with-calrecycle-2026-06-17-92076339f0 2026-06-15T15:34:40Z 2026-06-15T15:34:40Z CalRecycle. Jun 17, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: BBSC Behavior Change Workshop — California Resource Recovery Association https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:bbsc-behavior-change-workshop-california-resource-recovery-association-2026-06-17-b93f2a6928 2026-06-15T15:35:03Z 2026-06-15T15:35:03Z California Resource Recovery Association. Jun 17, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: SWANA Webinar: Rethinking Organics Diversion: The Shift Toward Integrating Infrastructure https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:swana-webinar-rethinking-organics-diversion-the-shift-toward-integrati-2026-06-17-e74ea56a74 2026-06-01T15:44:59Z 2026-06-01T15:44:59Z Solid Waste Association of North America. Jun 17, 2026. virtual. Industry calendar: 34th Annual MN Trash Can Open https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:34th-annual-mn-trash-can-open-2026-06-22-a9edfc259e 2026-06-15T15:34:34Z 2026-06-15T15:34:34Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jun 22, 2026. Green Haven Golf Course – Anoka, MN. Industry calendar: Beyond the Buzzwords: Understanding Bio-Based, Biodegradable & Compostable Materials https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:beyond-the-buzzwords-understanding-bio-based-biodegradable-compostable-2026-06-22-8ecdb9658f 2026-06-15T15:36:19Z 2026-06-15T15:36:19Z Northeast Recycling Council. Jun 22, 2026. unknown. Industry calendar: MD Crab Feast https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#events:md-crab-feast-2026-06-23-83ccbea74b 2026-06-15T15:34:34Z 2026-06-15T15:34:34Z National Waste & Recycling Association. Jun 23, 2026. Harris Crab House – Grasonville, MD. Break Room job lead: Production Operator https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-oc11zfwx 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z Autocar. Birmingham, Alabama. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Regional Service Manager-Northern California https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-ozwtzfwh 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z Autocar. Remote, San Francisco, California. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Regional Service Manager-Southern California https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o1wtzfwj 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z Autocar. Remote, San Francisco, California. not_posted. Break Room job lead: WM Service Manager https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-autocar-autocar-job-o3w7zfwz 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z Autocar. Remote, Hagerstown, Indiana. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at American Roll-Off (Palfinger) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-american-roll-off-palfinger-mechanic 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at American Roll-Off (Palfinger) https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-american-roll-off-palfinger-welding 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z American Roll-Off (Palfinger). National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search mechanic / repair openings at Ampliroll / Marrel Corp. https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-ampliroll-marrel-corp-mechanic 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted. Break Room job lead: Search welding / fabrication openings at Ampliroll / Marrel Corp. https://www.thetippingfloor.com/#jobs:job-ampliroll-marrel-corp-welding 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z 2026-06-17T21:00:53Z Ampliroll / Marrel Corp.. National / multi-market. not_posted.