From the transcript

Residents and businesses expect dependable service regardless of weather, staffing challenges, equipment issues, or the logistical realities of operating on an island. The cost of providing that service has changed significantly. Since 2020, inflation has increased approximately 26%, while our contract rates have increased only about 11%. Fuel alone has increased approximately 59%, along with significant increases in labor, equipment maintenance, insurance, transportation, and Kodiak's already high disposal costs. Our proposal addresses those realities responsibly while allowing us to continue investing in our employees, safe equipment, preventative maintenance, and reliable service.