Recycling policy

To the editor:

I have used a private recycler for many years and have been very happy with their service. I place my sorted items by the curb twice a month for the very modest fee of $8 per month. I do not want to pay the city $12 whether or not I recycle. It is totally unfair. Let the city charge those who used their recycling services instead of burdening all of us with these fees. Our utility bills are too high as it is.