An appeals court just struck down El Paso’s $6 monthly trash fee, calling it an illegal tax. This ruling leaves a massive hole in the city's budget and forces officials to scramble for a new way to pay for environmental services.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
The city is now facing a major budget shortfall and may have to refund millions in collected fees.
Local residents who have been paying the monthly fee will likely see that cost removed from their bills.
The city government and the environmental programs that rely on that steady stream of cash are taking the biggest hit.
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