Legislature Seeks Applicants for Advisory Boards and Commissions

Posted October 27, 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 26, 2022

Legislature Seeks Applicants to Serve on the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency Board of Directors

KINGSTON, NY—Legislative Chair Tracey Bartels announced today that the County Legislature is accepting applications to serve on the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency (UCRRA) board of directors.

Selected applicants will serve a three-year term ending on December 31, 2025. Members of the UCRRA board of directors serve without compensation and continue to hold office until their successors are appointed and qualify. The UCRRA board typically meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at the UCRRA Offices located at 999 Flatbush Road in Kingston, New York.

The Agency is responsible for compliance with State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations regarding the management and long-term obligations of closed solid waste management facilities and currently operating facilities under its direct control. The Agency’s responsibilities also include education and public outreach efforts to encourage, support, and foster participation by the public in reducing, reusing, recycling, and composting portions of the existing solid waste stream. Learn more about UCRRA.

Applications will remain open until Monday, November 14, 2022, 5:00 pm.

HOW TO APPLY

If you plan to submit your application by mail or email, click here to download a paper application form. Please include a cover letter, resume, or other support materials with your application.

• Email: LegAppointments[at]co.ulster.ny[dot]us

Subject line: UCRRA Board Application, [Your Name]

• Mail: Ulster County Legislature, Attn. Legislative Advisory Board Applications,

P.O. Box 1800, Kingston, New York 12402

• Apply online: https://ulstercountyny.iqm2.com/Citizens/Board/Vacant#Department1015

Call the Legislative Office at 845–340–3900 if you have questions or need additional information.

 

The UCRRA is a public benefit corporation formed for the purpose of developing, financing, and implementing a comprehensive countywide materials management program. The Agency manages solid waste consistent with the policies outlined in the New York State Solid Waste Management Plan, entitled “Sustainable Materials Management Strategy for New York State – Beyond Waste,” and Ulster County’s Local Solid Waste Management Plan.

 

Legislature also Seeks Farmer Applicants to Serve on the Ulster County Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Directors

Chair Tracey Bartels also announced today that the County Legislature is accepting applications from active farmers to serve on the Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) Board of Directors.

The available seat on the SWCD Board is reserved for an active farmer. The selected applicant will be appointed to serve the remainder of a three-year term ending on December 31, 2023. Soil and Water Conservation District Board members serve without compensation and continue to hold office until their successors are appointed. The board typically meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 5 Park Lane in Highland, New York.

For over forty years, the Soil and Water Conservation District Board has been responsible for the direct design and implementation of engineering and agronomic practices intended to improve water quality and preserve the County's natural resources in rural and urban capacities. Learn more about the SWCD.

Applications will remain open until Monday, November 14, 2022, 5:00 pm.

HOW TO APPLY

If you plan to submit your application by mail or email, click here to download a paper application form. Please include a cover letter, resume, or other support materials with your application.

• Email: LegAppointments[at]co.ulster.ny[dot]us

Subject line: SWCD Board Application, [Your Name]

• Mail: Ulster County Legislature, Attn. Legislative Advisory Board Applications,

P.O. Box 1800, Kingston, New York 12402

• Apply online: https://ulstercountyny.iqm2.com/Citizens/Board/Vacant#Department1016

Call the Legislative Office at 845–340–3900 if you have questions or need additional information.

 

Additional volunteer opportunities for Ulster County citizens to serve on countywide advisory boards, committees, councils, and commissions

There are many volunteer opportunities for Ulster County residents to serve on countywide advisory groups and play an essential role in Ulster County government. Whether created by the Ulster County Charter, County Legislature, or state or federal statutes, each advisory group was established to provide opportunities for citizens to participate in local government and the effective and efficient delivery of services. Advisory group members serve without compensation.

View current Ulster County advisory group open seats online at https://ulstercountyny.iqm2.com/Citizens/Board

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