Green Options Committee advances RFP for 50 kW solar array at recycling center
Summary
The committee agreed to circulate an RFP for a 50 kW solar array at the Town recycling center, including performance-based energy management criteria and optional battery storage; a presentation to the Town Board is tentatively set for June 2, 2026 and the project deadline remains 12/31/27.
The Green Options Committee discussed a draft request for proposals for a 50 kW solar array at the Town recycling center and plans to present the RFP to the Town Board tentatively on June 2, 2026. Members who met with Town Engineer Joe Finora reported the RFP will include energy-management performance criteria and optional battery storage; the minutes note that the project deadline remains 12/31/27.
Committee members agreed to broaden outreach to potential bidders by advertising on the Town website, local paper, Facebook and Instagram and by asking local suppliers for recommendations. The committee will send the draft RFP to Sun Solar Neighbors for feedback. Chairperson Tim Purtell said he would contact Lynn Arthur for additional information about solar installations on the North and South forks; the minutes state that Lynn Arthur would like to speak to the committee about community solar on Shelter Island. The committee also agreed to schedule a discussion with the Fire Department about battery-storage safety considerations.
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