With fuel prices rising, companies are feeling their budgets tighten, and one is asking the City of Elkton to help cover the costs.
GFL asked Elkton to approve an eight percent fuel surcharge to help offset the cost of diesel for trash pickups in the city.
click to download audioSenior Government Contract Manager, Kevin Gardner, adds that once diesel is under $4 for 30 days, they would remove the fee.
Mayor Arthur Green went over the current costs with the City Council.
click to download audioCouncilmember Emily Carroll moved to approve the surcharge, but followed with a question about funding.
click to download audioIn total, the estimated surcharge will be less than $1,000 a month.
