EDWARDSVILLE – Edwardsville residents and businesses are set to pay more for their trash service over the next six years under a newly approved exclusive contract with Republic Services.City Council members unanimously approved a resolution on July 21, 2026 authorizing the mayor to sign a waste services agreement with Republic Services of Edwardsville. The contract will take effect on Aug. 1, 2026 and expires on April 30, 2032.The agreement includes a series of annual rate increases, start...