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Resolution to authorize amendments to Section 620.1 of the Sullivan County Solid Waste Management Rules that will change the price increase to the later date of January 1, 2027
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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE AUTHORIZING THE REVISION OF SECTION 620.1 OF THE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT RULES TO TAKE EFFECT ON JANUARY 1ST, 2027
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Solid Waste Management Rules (hereinafter the Rules) were adopted by the County Legislature in accordance with Section 171-24 of the Sullivan County Code; and
WHEREAS, from time to time it is necessary to adjust rates based on items such as but not limited to contract obligations, CIP increases and equitable distribution of actual costs; and
WHEREAS, a discussion has occurred in the Solid Waste and Executive Committee regarding the tipping rates and Rules. In order to establish a fair pricing structure, help control the flow of material, and improve the Division of Solid Waste financials; a tiered rate system was considered in which Collector Haulers receive a discounted rate and the transfer stations would charge a higher rate to help offset the additional transportation costs; and
WHEREAS, the rates must be adjusted to reflect the higher costs due to the rising fuel costs on all of the materials; and
WHEREAS, resolution 213-26 was adopted on June 18th, 2026 to raise the fees on October 1st, 2026 as per the attachment titled "Solid Waste Fees" and after which it was determined that the haulers need until January 1st, 2027 to pass th...
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