Dive summary:

• As of this week, trash will no longer be collected at businesses or apartment complexes in Springfield, Mass., a move that the city expects will save $600,000.
• The move was due to necessary budget cuts, in all approximately 450 landlords and business owners were informed they would no longer be receiving trash service.
• Those being cut off from service have the choice of hiring Waste Management or arranging for a private trash hauler.

From the article:

The city’s decision to halt trash collection at apartment complexes and commercial properties, which took effect this week, will save the city up to $600,000 annually, primarily in reduced disposal costs, public works officials said.

Allen R. Chwalek, the city’s director of public works, and Scott Donnellan, solid waste manager, revealed the savings and a trash program update during a meeting Tuesday with the City Council General Government Committee. ...