Committee votes to pursue moratorium on new biosolids land‑spreading permits while state rules evolve
After extended discussion about testing, PFAS concerns and municipal incentives, the committee voted to pursue a county moratorium on issuance of new permits for land spreading of biosolids until DEC clarifies testing and permitting criteria.
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Committee members debated whether the county can meaningfully limit land spreading of biosolids given that New York State issues related permits. Members said municipalities with existing permits would remain allowed to spread under their current municipal permits, but several legislators urged caution about new permits while state testing rules are revised.
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