Waste management, in the context of the new economy, refers to the strategies related to principles of sustainability and resource efficiency. By adopting these principles and practices, waste management in localities aims to minimize waste generation, maximize resource recovery, and create a sustainable and circular system that reduces environmental impacts. To implement an integrated waste management system, two main entities need to be involved: waste generators and those responsible for the entire “neutralization” process. There are numerous waste management methods around the world, influenced by various factors. The present article presents some of the results obtained from a survey conducted among the population of a neighborhood from Bacau City. The location stands out, as it is a residential area where waste collection is carried out from door to door. The parameters identified as inputs for our study were the age, gender, and educational background of the respondents. The parameters of interest were the price of waste collection services, the information and awareness activities carried out by the sanitation operator regarding selective waste collection, and the agreement regarding the calculation of sanitation fees based on the collection method. After analyzing the 191 questionnaires obtained from the population, the following observations were made: most respondents were between 36-50 years old (54 respondents); the proportion of male respondents was approximately 10% higher than female respondents, and about 50% of those interviewed had completed high school. Regarding the price, of those who pay for waste collection services, 89.5% considered it to be very high, high, or medium. Concerning the billing method for this activity, 112 respondents would accept a calculation based on the collection method. Following the analysis of the data obtained as a result of the questionnaire, the general conclusion is that the population is satisfied with the collection service provided by the operator but suggests that payment should be based on the amount of waste generated.