Trashy topics in La Mirada

You might say that in La Mirada in the next week or you will see trash companies coming and going.

On Tuesday, Consolidated Disposal Services will go before the council to make its last request for a rate increase. It's rumored to be substantial.A week later, La Mirada city staff is expected to unveil their choice for a new trash provider in La Mirada. It's expected to save residents money.

Staff is choosing between Athens Services of Industry and Edco of San Diego County. The winning company would get a seven-year contract with three one-year options and take over service on July 1, 2009.