In a recent session of the Metropolitan Council in Quito, Mayor Pabel Muñoz announced that there would be no review of the garbage collection fee that has been in effect since February 1, despite significant public criticism and demand for a suspension of payments. Residents from various districts and city council members have raised concerns about the calculation methods and accuracy of the fees, urging that the charges be halted until clarified. However, the council did not accommodate these requests during the session held on February 10th, and no changes to the agenda were made.

Mayor Muñoz firmly stated that the administration would not conduct a review of the fees until the end of the month, explaining that a comprehensive diagnosis of the situation would only be feasible once all the billing data for the month has been collected. He emphasized the necessity of gathering full data to accurately assess if there have been any errors in the charging process before any potential adjustments could be made. This declaration indicates a reluctance on part of the administration to respond to public discontent without first securing additional information.

The ongoing issue with the garbage collection fees represents a larger challenge for the city administration as they navigate resident dissatisfaction and demand for transparency in the billing process. The complaints not only highlight the immediate financial impacts on residents but also signal a wider call for accountability within municipal services. The decision to delay review until the end of the month could have implications on resident trust and future administrative actions regarding public service charges.