February 4, 2026 Energy, Environment and Sustainability Committee

Ulster County Legislature (committee meeting) · February 5, 2026

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Solid waste management overview and project portfolio

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Director Ryder presented Ulster County's 10‑year solid waste management plan (approved 2020, update cycle described) and outlined current waste challenges: 98% of agency revenue from tipping fees, dwindling in‑state landfill capacity, and long hauls to Seneca Meadows (~250 miles). Ryder described a regional circular economy strategy (contracted with Sustainable Hudson Valley and Circularly), three capital projects with progress (mattress recycling, repower/hub project, compost expansion), and the recently awarded RFP to Global NRG for mixed‑waste processing and anaerobic digestion — projected

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Ulster County Legislature committee received updates on county waste-management projects including a proposed Global NRG mixed‑waste processing and anaerobic digestion facility, reviewed a proposed public‑safety radio tower in Rosendale (negative declaration adopted), and approved several appointments and grants.

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