Support the Redlands Green Waste Reform Initiative: Fair & Accessible Waste Disposal
Principal Petitioner: Matthew De Castro
Closing Date: 4.30pm Tuesday, 13 May 2025
At 10 signatures, this petition will be considered properly made.
Petition Request:
Small businesses in Redlands, including lawn maintenance and gardening services, provide essential support to elderly and disadvantaged residents who cannot manage their own green waste. However, the current disposal system creates financial and logistical barriers. While residents can dispose of their green waste for free, those who rely on small businesses must pay high disposal fees, forcing businesses to increase costs or refuse green waste services altogether.
This unfair system places a burden on both local businesses and vulnerable residents. Without action, many will struggle to afford essential services, leading to potential neglect of properties, increased illegal dumping, and environmental harm.
We call on Redland City Council to implement a Green Waste Reform Initiative to ensure fair and sustainable green waste disposal for all. Our proposed solutions include:
- Green Waste Coupons – Council-issued vouchers for eligible residents to cover disposal costs when using small businesses.
- Subsidized Collection Services – Incentives for small businesses to offer discounted green waste collection for eligible residents.
- Partnerships with Local Businesses – Encouraging businesses to engage in responsible waste management initiatives.
- Residential Evidence Program – A verification system allowing businesses to claim council support for waste disposal.
Other councils, including Logan and Brisbane, have successfully introduced similar programs. Redlands cannot afford to fall behind. By signing this petition, you support a fairer system that helps small businesses, protects vulnerable residents, and promotes environmental sustainability.