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Bakersfield Woman's Stolen Trash Bin Prompts City Review

26 May 2026 10:38

A Bakersfield resident's repeated trash bin thefts have led to city officials reviewing tracking and replacement policies. - Yessica Reedy's bin was stolen again a month after she paid for a replacement.

- She criticized the city's lack of serial number tracking and outdated software. - The city says bins are tracked via serial numbers linked to addresses within 24-48 hours.

- A City Council referral is underway to review replacement options, with potential fiscal changes in the upcoming rate analysis.

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