Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from William Califano’s organization
Sep 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting covered several operational and administrative topics. Discussion included the development of a zero waste management plan, finance committee operations, and budget review processes. The board received reports on recycling compliance, including inspections at transfer stations, gas stations, and state parks, with a focus on improving hauler relations and contamination reduction. Administrative updates were also discussed, including a hearing regarding hauler violations, outreach strategies for summer camps, and the need for consistent communication channels between the agency and town supervisors.
Sep 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency Public Hearing
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The public hearing focused on the proposed 2027 budget. Members of the public, including a local hauler, provided commentary regarding the agency's tipping fees, current garbage service costs, and the need for price stability. Discussion also touched upon the desire for a clearer implementation plan and budget transparency regarding future disposal costs and financial decisions made by the board.
Sep 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency Zero Waste Committee Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed the findings of a public survey regarding zero waste initiatives, noting that organics management is a primary interest. Key discussion topics included proposed legislative efforts to ban specific single-use plastics, such as straws, stirrers, and plastic clamshells, as well as the potential expansion of existing plastic bag regulations. The members also debated the merits of a decentralized waste management model and the framework for a 10-year local solid waste management plan, emphasizing the necessity for detailed implementation strategies, financial feasibility, and robust data collection for future policy development.
Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting featured a public comment session regarding tonnage reports, competition, and concerns over waste flow control and tipping fees. The main agenda focused on the presentation of the 2027 draft budget, which included proposals for eliminating food waste tipping fees, adjusting bio-solids fees, and increasing mattress recycling fees. The board also discussed tonnage projections, fuel surcharges, and scheduled upcoming committee meetings and public hearings.
