Recycling commodity revenue decline and solid waste law updates
Tompkins County
Summary
The county's recycling, trash tag, hauler licensing, and dumping laws are over 30 years old and being rewritten with outside counsel. Changes will come to this committee for approval later this year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not yet known; a part-time solid waste code enforcement officer position was budgeted this year.
Residents and businesses that follow the rules, and anyone affected by illegal dumping.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee - Regular Meeting — August 20, 2026
Recycling revenues are running about $200,000 short as tonnage drops and commodity prices fall. Staff are working with the County Attorney on updated local solid waste laws, including stronger mandatory recycling enforcement.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee - Regular Meeting — February 5, 2026
The county's recycling, trash tag, hauler licensing, and dumping laws are over 30 years old and being rewritten with outside counsel. Changes will come to this committee for approval later this year.
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