City council in another snit with Veronica White. No numbers presented to the council on pickups prior to budget. Council reserves 50% of expected payments pending receipt of some numbers. City finally comes through with unaudited numbers showing Richard's and Metro only collecting from 2/3rds of expected sites (about 66,000 total). Charging $18-24 per month per site. 4 times the previous number. SDT collecting from unauthorized sites (4 plexes and above not in their contract even though the homeowners are putting their garbage out).

Nagin property tax proposal defeated as budget will not balance. Duh. Look for higher garbage fees and reduced service by this time next year.