Parkersburg Council Debates Recycling and Food Trucks | Parkersburg News

Parkersburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 2m

Parkersburg City Council is wrestling with big changes — including a new $3 monthly recycling fee for all residents, sparked by a court ruling that found their old subscription model non-compliant. While the fee aims to cover costs with recycling provider Rumpke, some council members fear prices could rise if participation surges. The ordinance is still under debate, with one councilwoman pushing for more review after late amendments and officials admitting cost estimates are rough. Meanwhile, food truck rules faced backlash for lacking input from vendors, leading to a rollback to the…