University City to consider outsourcing trash pickup amid debt, rising costs

University City is considering outsourcing its trash collection services. The program currently faces $1.5 million in unpaid bills and requires $5 million for new equipment.
University City's trash program has struggled to collect $1.5 million in delinquent bills, drained millions out of city reserves, and could need $5 million to replace outdated trucks.
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