Narrative of Resolution:
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Authorize the coordination and funding of a countywide Litter Pluck Event
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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE THE COORDINATION AND FUNDING OF A COUNTYWIDE LITTER PLUCK EVENT
CL-8160-40-4013: $3.00 tipping fee per litter filled bag and items
A-7110-39-47-4766: $100.00 disposal coupons, mailings, advertising, insurance
WHEREAS, Sullivan County wishes to present itself as a clean destination, showcasing its natural beauty throughout its roadways and pristine trails; and
WHEREAS, outdoor recreation such as hiking and bicycling, is an important driver of Sullivan’s tourism-based economic sector; and
WHEREAS, the County has sponsored these annual events in the past during the spring, summer and fall, funding disposal coupons and tipping fees for plucked litter; and
WHEREAS, Sullivan County intends to host a countywide Roadside and Trail Litter Pluck event April 1, 2025 through October 31, 2025 to help generate increased awareness and enthusiasm for Sullivan County’s trail systems, and to address roadside and trail litter issues throughout the spring, summer and fall seasons; and
WHEREAS, the County encourages public participation and cooperation in roadside and trail clean up; and
WHEREAS, the County will supply disposal coupons and waive tipping fees for plucked litter from Sullivan County roadsides and public trails during the event.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sullivan County Legislature approves the coordination and funding of a countywide Roadside and Public Trail Litter Pluck event, for the months of April through October during 2025.
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