BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UCRRA - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:UCRRA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ucrra.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UCRRA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T180000 DTSTAMP:20240822T122743Z CREATED:20240723T161602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T122743Z UID:11604-1724346000-1724349600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:August 22\, 2024-Budget Workshop DESCRIPTION:A Budget Workshop is scheduled for Thursday\, August 22\, 2024\, at 5:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting: \n\nAgenda\nResolution #2623-Authorization of Draft 2025 Agency Budget\nResolution #2624-Approving the 2025 Draft Agency Capital Plan\nResolution #2625-Authorizing and Approving Draft Fee Schedule for 2025 Tipping Fees and Other Charges URL:https://ucrra.org/event/august-22-2024-budget-workshop/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T190000 DTSTAMP:20240815T181939Z CREATED:20240723T155714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T181939Z UID:11598-1724091300-1724094000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:August 19\, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Finance Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday\, August 19\, 2024\, at 6:15 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents for this meeting: \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on July 22\, 2024\nResolution #2622 URL:https://ucrra.org/event/august-19-2024-finance-committee-meeting-2/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T190000 DTSTAMP:20240812T151447Z CREATED:20240723T143216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T151447Z UID:11596-1723486500-1723489200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:August 12\, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Finance Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday\, August 12\, 2024\, at 6:15 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nAll documents relative to this meeting will be posted before August 12th: \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting held on July 22\, 2024\nResolution #2622 Re:  AUthorizing and Approving Defining Health Insurance Benefits for Eligible Retirees of the Agency URL:https://ucrra.org/event/august-12-2024-finance-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T220000 DTSTAMP:20240729T140748Z CREATED:20240729T132941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140748Z UID:11657-1722765600-1722808800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 4th\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-4/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T220000 DTSTAMP:20240729T140737Z CREATED:20240729T132642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140737Z UID:11656-1722679200-1722722400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 3rd\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-3-2/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T220000 DTSTAMP:20240729T140733Z CREATED:20240729T132234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140733Z UID:11655-1722592800-1722636000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 2nd\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-2/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T220000 DTSTAMP:20240729T140555Z CREATED:20240729T124903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140555Z UID:11654-1722506400-1722549600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 1st\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-3/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T190000 DTSTAMP:20240731T161433Z CREATED:20240529T204632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T161433Z UID:11147-1722445200-1722452400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (NEW PALTZ) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 31st 2024\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nElting Memorial Library\n93 Main Street\, New Paltz NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and New Paltz Climate Action Coalition and New Paltz Climate Smart Task Force for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nThis class is full! Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\n\nAccessibility: coming soon! \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n  \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners: New Paltz Climate Action Coalition & Climate Smart New Paltz! \nAs participants in NY’s Climate Smart Communities program\, we help our municipal government to take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change. “The [Ulster County Tiffin Project] enables us to further achieve our mission by eliminating fossil fuel based packaging\, and single use plastic in our community\, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions.” – Janelle Peotter\, Task Force Member  \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners: New Paltz Elting Memorial Library!\nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-new-paltz/ LOCATION:Elting Memorial Library of New Paltz\, 93 Main St\,\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.New-Paltz.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T220000 DTSTAMP:20240729T140540Z CREATED:20240729T124518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140540Z UID:11651-1722420000-1722463200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 31st\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-7-31/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T220000 DTSTAMP:20240729T140421Z CREATED:20240726T185749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140421Z UID:11625-1722355200-1722376800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 30th\, 2024\n4:00 pm – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-ulster-fair-7-30/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T193000 DTSTAMP:20240612T182513Z CREATED:20240607T194234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T182513Z UID:11348-1722274200-1722281400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (KINGSTON City Hall) DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 29th 2024\n5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nKingston City Hall\nCity Hall Common Council Chambers\n420 Broadway\, Kingston NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Climate Smart Kingston for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nPlease note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nSign Up Now!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nAccessibility: Kingston’s City Hall is a fully accessible building\, with accessible parking available to the rear of the building. Upon entering the building\, an elevator is located in the first door to the right. The program will take place on the 2nd floor (top floor of the building). \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners:  Climate Smart Kingston! \nMission: Climate Smart Kingston is an official body appointed by the Mayor of the City of Kingston\, whose charge is to implement the recommendations\, initiatives\, and policies set forth in the City of Kingston Climate Action Plan\, adopted September 2012. The Climate Action Plan specifically addresses the importance of responsible waste management and managing resources sustainably. “[the Ulster County Tiffin project addresses issues [from the Climate Action Plan] and enables us to achieve our mission by reducing the production of solid waste and educating the community on sustainable practices” – Julie Noble\, City of Kingston Sustainability Coordinator & Chair Climate Smart Kingston Commission  \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners:  City of Kingston! \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-kingston-city-hall/ LOCATION:Kington City Hall\, 420 Broadway\, Kingston\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/6.-Kingston-CITY-HALL.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T193000 DTSTAMP:20240719T183936Z CREATED:20240702T141719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T183936Z UID:11523-1721930400-1721935800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:July 25\, 2024 Regular Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:A Regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday\, July 25\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM.  This meeting will be held at the Main Office. \nBelow are the documents relative to this meeting: \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes from the June 27th Regular Board Meeting\nRecycling Program Update\nMSW Tonnage Report\nRecycling Tonnage Report\nMRF Cost Center Analysis\nRecycling Market Graph\nTreasurer’s Report\nResolution #2621-Authorizing CSC Grant with County\nResolution #2622-Authorizinag and Approving Defining Health Insurance Benefits for Eligible Retirees of the Agency URL:https://ucrra.org/event/july-25-2024-regular-board-meeting-2/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T180000 DTSTAMP:20240719T183103Z CREATED:20240702T142057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T183103Z UID:11524-1721926800-1721930400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:July 25\, 2024-Zero Waste Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Zero Waste Committee Meeting is scheduled for Thursday\, July 25\, 2024\, at 5:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting: \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes from the ZWCM held on June 27th URL:https://ucrra.org/event/july-25-2024-zero-waste-committee-meeting-2/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T200000 DTSTAMP:20240719T193055Z CREATED:20240529T204606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T193055Z UID:11133-1721671200-1721678400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (SAUGERTIES) DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 22nd\, 2024\n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nSaugerties Public Library\n91 Washington Ave\, Saugerties\, NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and our Project Partners for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health! \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL! PLEASE CONSIDER SIGNING UP FOR ONE OF OUR OTHER TIFFIN PROJECT EVENTS! https://ucrra.org/events-classes/tiffin-project/×Sorry\, this class is full!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\n\nAccessibility: Coming soon! \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Saugerties Library!  \nMission: to serve as a multi-cultural\, inclusive institution dedicated to enhancing the life of every member of the Saugerties Community. It provides free access to a balanced collection of educational\, cultural\, informational and recreational materials and experiences in a welcoming\, safe and comfortable environment. “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further achieve our mission by informing the public about pollution prevention.” – Jennifer Russel\, Library Director \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Citizens Concerned About Plastic Pollution!\n  Mission: Citizens Concerned About Plastic Pollution (CCAPP)\, is an affiliate of Beyond Plastics\, and whose mission is to encourage action to reduce use and limit production of single-use plastic. “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further achieve our mission by conducting a reusable takeout container project on a much larger scale.” – Marie Miller\, CCAPP Member \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Climate Smart Saugerties!\n Mission: to assist the Town [of Saugerties] with reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by implementing climate smart actions.  “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] will have a positive impact on the environment by providing an alternative to plastic containers and the project aligns with PE 5 Action  of Climate Smart Communities\, to reduce waste.” – Mary Odonnel\, Task Force Coordinator \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/tiffin-project-saugerties/ LOCATION:Saugerties Public Library\, 91 Washington Ave\,\, Saugerties\,\, NY\, 12477 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.Saugerties-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T190000 DTSTAMP:20240717T181600Z CREATED:20240702T141228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T181600Z UID:11521-1721671200-1721674800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:July 22\, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Finance Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday\, July 22\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nAll documents relative to this meeting will be posted before July 22nd. \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting which was held on April 15th URL:https://ucrra.org/event/july-22-2024-finance-committee-meeting-cancelled/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T210000 DTSTAMP:20240612T175919Z CREATED:20240529T204441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T175919Z UID:11140-1721156400-1721163600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (GARDINER) DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 16th\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nGardiner Public Library\n133 Farmer’s Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and members of Climate Smart Gardiner for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health! \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food container)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nSign Up Now!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nAccessibility: The Gardiner Library strives to ensure its building is fully accessible in support of our mission to provide valuable resources and services to all residents in Gardiner. This commitment includes making every effort to improve accessibility and working to acquire the funding necessary to make key improvements. A wheelchair accessible ramp is available to enter the Library. Accessible parking is available to the side of the building. This program will take place on the main level\, no elevator or stairs required to access the meeting room. Masks and social distancing are not required at this time\, but they are encouraged.  \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Climate Smart Gardiner! \n Mission: Through education\, community-building\, and measurable actions\, Climate Smart Gardiner seeks to empower the Town [of Gardiner] to reduce greenhouse gases\, adapt to climate change\, conserve energy\, support a local green economy\, preserve natural resources\, and promote renewable energy.\, so we can be environmentally sustainable for future generations. “This [Ulster County Tiffin Project] enables us to further achieve our mission  by reaching more Ulster County residents with education on reducing and reusing waste” – Jason Mayer\, Climate Smart Gardiner Coordinator” \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Gardiner Library! \nMission: to connect people\, ideas\, information\, and technology\, to enrich lives and strengthen our community\, in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere accessible to all. Their project enables us to further achieve our mission by educating people about sustainable practices while also providing access to resources that allow them to put these ideas into practice. \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-gardiner/ LOCATION:Gardiner Public Library\, 133 Farmer's Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NY\, 12525 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.-Gardiner.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T140000 DTSTAMP:20240612T182408Z CREATED:20240529T204451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T182408Z UID:11143-1720951200-1720965600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (PHOENICIA) DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 14th\, 2024\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nsessions beginning 10am\, 11am\, 12pm\, 1pm\nPhoenicia Farmers Market\nADDRESS Phoenicia\, NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Shandaken Conservation Advisory Council & Climate Smart Task Force for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Sign-up is preferred but walk-ins will also be allowed. Please be prepared to complete a pre-and post-survey at the time of the event to receive your free Tiffin! Class size may be limited for each session. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nSign Up Now!Site Map: \nAccessibility: The Phoenicia Farmers Market strives to ensure the market is fully accessible in support of our mission to provide valuable resources and services to all residents. Accessible parking is available along the entrance to Parish Field off Ava Maria Drive. This program will take place at the outdoor farmers market\, which is located on grass at Parish Field in Phoenicia. Masks and social distancing are not required at this time. \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Shandaken Conservation Advisory Council and Climate Smart Task Force!\n Mission: to build a climate smart community\, support green innovation economy\, inform and inspire the public and engage in an evolving process of climate action. “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further our mission by increasing awareness and public involvement  of the importance of these issues. “- Bethia Waterman\, Chair of Shandaken Conservation Advisory Council  \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-phoenicia/ LOCATION:Phoenicia Farmers Market\, 8 Ava Maria Drive\, Phoenicia\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.Shandaken.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T203000 DTSTAMP:20240709T125221Z CREATED:20240529T204612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T125221Z UID:11145-1720722600-1720729800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (KINGSTON) DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 11th\, 2024\n6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nKingston Library\n61 Crown Street\, Kingston NYNOTICE: Registration for this event is full! Please consider signing up for one of our other Tiffin Project events!×Single-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Climate Smart Kingston for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nNOTICE: Registration for this event is full! Please consider signing up for one of our other Tiffin Project events!×Sorry\, this class is full!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\n\nAccessibility: This event will take place indoors at the library. The facility has many ADA compliant features including accessible parking and ramp access. Please note: the use of face masks is not required at the Library. \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Climate Smart Kingston! \nMission: Climate Smart Kingston is an official body appointed by the Mayor of the City of Kingston\, whose charge is to implement the recommendations\, initiatives\, and policies set forth in the City of Kingston Climate Action Plan\, adopted September 2012. The Climate Action Plan specifically addresses the importance of responsible waste management and managing resources sustainably. “[the Ulster County Tiffin project addresses issues [from the Climate Action Plan] and enables us to achieve our mission by reducing the production of solid waste and educating the community on sustainable practices” – Julie Noble\, City of Kingston Sustainability Coordinator & Chair Climate Smart Kingston Commission  \n  \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Kingston Library! \nMission: to be a vital center in our diverse community that inspires lifelong learning and empowers our citizens by providing free and equal access to information\, ideas\, books\, and technology. “The [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further achieve our mission by helping to educate members in our community about sustainability goals that are in line with our organization’s efforts\, as well as providing them with resources to achieve those goals.” – Brian James\, Access & Patron Services Librarian \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July!\nAbout Plastic Free July:  Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-kingston/ LOCATION:Kingston Library\, Temp. Location 61 Crown St\, Kingston\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.-Kingston.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T193000 DTSTAMP:20240626T193319Z CREATED:20240524T132339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T193319Z UID:11303-1719511200-1719516600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:June 27\, 2024 Regular Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:A Regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday\, June 27\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM.  This meeting will be held at the Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting:\n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes from May 23rd\nDraft Minutes from June 3rd\, Special Meeting\nRecycling Program Update\nMSW Tonnage Report\nRecycling Tonnage Report\nMRF Cost Center Analysis and Recycling Market Graphs\nTreasurer’s Report\nResolution #2620 Re:  Authorizing and Approving a Request for Proposal for Further Landfill Site Analysis URL:https://ucrra.org/event/june-27-2024-regular-board-meeting/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T180000 DTSTAMP:20240621T194516Z CREATED:20240524T134024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T194516Z UID:11304-1719507600-1719511200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:June 27\, 2024-Zero Waste Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Zero Waste Committee Meeting is scheduled for Thursday\, June 27\, 2024\, at 5:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting: \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes from the ZWCM held on May 23rd URL:https://ucrra.org/event/june-27-2024-zero-waste-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T120000 DTSTAMP:20240621T173838Z CREATED:20240412T191453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T173838Z UID:10663-1719129600-1719144000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:June 23rd 2024 HHW Event in KINGSTON DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CLOSED.\n×Click each statement below to read the full rule description.\nUCRRA reserves the right to reject participants that do not comply with the program rules \nUlster County residents only\nParticipants must be a legal resident of Ulster County. No exceptions. \nCommercial waste will NOT be accepted\nAccepted wastes must be generated in the registered participant’s home\, and not affiliated with any commercial business\, nonprofit\, or institution. All participants e-sign a Declaration of Residency and Non-Commercial Waste statement at the time they make their appointment. \nAppointments are REQUIRED\nA Registration Period (for each event) will open 4-6 weeks before the collection day. Appointments are required to accommodate the high number of participants and will be accepted until the maximum allowable slots are filled. Once the schedule becomes full\, the Agency will maintain a waiting list for any cancellations. We aim to accommodate as many residents as possible! If you cannot keep your appointment\, please share a courtesy of contacting us as soon as possible so that we may offer the slot to another household. \nA quantity limit will be strictly enforced\nEach household may bring up to 220 lbs. or a 25 gallon equivalent of the accepted items. No containers larger than 5 gallons will be accepted. Fluorescent bulb limit: 24 bulbs per household. The Agency reserves the right to judge the amount of waste. \nKeep items in original\, labeled containter\nIf a product is not in its original container\, or it is an unknown or unlabeled substance\, contact UCRRA 2-3 weeks before the event for further instructions. Contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability at APEO@UCRRA.ORG \nContainers will NOT be returned\nBoxes\, gas cans\, and other containers will not be returned. No exceptions. \nStay in your vehicle at all times\nThe designated hazardous waste unloading area is a restricted area. Authorized personnel will unload your vehicle for you and you must stay in your car at all times. \nContact us if you need to CANCEL\nPlease share the courtesy of calling us to cancel your appointment as soon as possible and no later than the Friday before the event. Only a limited number of appointment slots are available and this program is in high demand. Cancelling your appointment allows us to accommodate another household on the waiting list. \nPut all items in the trunk of your car\nPUT ALL ITEMS IN THE TRUNK OF YOUR CAR SUCH AS IN AN OPENED\, LARGE CARDBOARD BOX. This will allow us to unload your vehicle very efficiently\, and it minimizes harm from containers spilling inside your vehicle. We ask that you please package any paint products separately (such as in a separate cardboard box in the trunk of your car) from other types of chemicals. Paints will be further sorted at the event. Please note: containers\, boxes\, crates\, gas cans etc. will not be returned. \n\nPlease carefully review the list below to ensure the items you will be bringing are accepted.\nUCRRA reserves the right to reject participants who do not comply with program rules and criteria. \n\nAerosols (spray cans)\nAdhesives\, glues\, etc.\nAutomotive cleaners & fluids (antifreeze\, brake/transmission fluid\, oil filters\, etc.) – NO MOTOR OIL\nBacktop and asphalt tar – accepted only in liquid form – from residential uses – up to five gallon bucket size\nBug spray\, insecticides\, rat poisons\, mothballs\, etc.\nFire extinguishers\nFluorescent light bulbs (CFL’s\, UV\, tubes\, spirals\, etc.)\nHousehold cleaners (oven\, toilet\, drain\, carpet\, window\, bleach\, disinfectant\, all-purpose\, etc.)\nLawn & garden chemicals (pesticides\, fertilizers\, etc.)\nMercury\, thermostats\, thermometers\nMineral spirits\, turpentine\, etc.\nPaint – lead\, oil-based\, and latex all accepted\nPropane tanks – small camp size up to standard BBQ grill size\nPhotography chemicals\nPool chemicals\nRoofing tar – accepted only in liquid form – – from residential uses – up to five gallon bucket size\nStains\, varnishes\, etc.\nSealants\, cawk\, adhesives\, etc.\nWaste fuels (kerosene\, gasoline\, propane\, etc.)\nWood cleaners & stains (polishes\, waxes\, varnishes\, sealants\, etc.)\n\nIf you have an item that is not listed here\, please contact UCRRA at 845-336-3336 with any questions. \n\n\nThese items are NOT ACCEPTED.\n\nNO non-hazardous waste\nNO Motor Oil\nNO Batteries (except automotive batteries)\nNO Explosives\, ammunition\, gun powder\, or fireworks\nNO Asbestos\nNO Radioactive materials\nNO Large drums or waste in containers larger than 5 gallons\nNO Smoke detectors\nNO Empty containers\nNO Electronic items (computers\, televisions\, etc.)\nNO Freon Appliances (air conditioners\, refrigerators\, etc.)\nNO Medical waste – (SHARPS\, home-use medical needles) or other etiological\, pathological waste\nNO Beauty products (make-up\, lotion\, nail polish\, etc.)\nNO Pharmaceuticals – Find a drop-off location near you\nNO Waste from businesses\, schools\, farms\, etc. These facilities must contact a Hazardous Waste/Environmental Services Company.\n\nPlease contact UCRRA at 845-336-3336 with any questions. \n\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CLOSED.\n×Please note: this is a SUNDAY event in KINGSTON. Appointments are required!×\nDid you know? You don’t have to wait for an HHW event to safely dispose of unwanted paint – thanks to Paint Care NY!\nPaint disposal is more convenient than ever before\, thanks to the New York State Paint Stewardship Law (enacted December 16th 2019\, effective May 1st 2022). While all paint is accepted at UCRRA’s HHW events\, free paint recycling is available at participating drop off locations. We encourage residents to utilize these sites for easy\, free paint disposal.   \nPAINTCARE drop-off sites include: \nSherwin-Williams\n568 Albany Ave Kingston\, NY 12401\n(845) 339-6994 \nHerzogs True Value Home Center\n151 Plaza Rd Kingston\, NY 12401\n(845) 338-6300 \nSaugerties Lumber True Value\n223 Ulster Ave Saugerties\, NY 12477\n(845) 246-4915 \nHabitat for Humanity Restore\n406 NY-28\, Kingston\, NY 12401\n(845) 853-7499 \nSlutsky Lumber\n1 Pine St\, Ellenville\, NY\, 12420\n(845) 647-4141 \nAce Hardware of Ellenville\n140 S Main St\, Ellenville\, NY\, 12428\n(845) 647-7850 \nSherwin-Williams\n684 Dutchess Tpk Poughkeepsie\, NY 12603\n(845) 486-4640 \nHerzogs Paint Centers\n409 Manchester Rd Poughkeepsie\, NY 12603\n(845) 471-0133 \nPlease note: DO NOT dry the paint; it must be liquid paint.  \nRestrictions: Sites vary on accepted limit 5-10 gallons per visit.\nHours: Paint is accepted during regular business hours; Call ahead for hours and additional info.\nNote: These sites accept latex and oil-based house paint\, stains and varnish in containers up to 5 gallons in size. These sites do not accept aerosols (spray paint or other spray products)\, containers without original labels\, or containers that are leaking or empty. \nResidents with additional hazardous chemicals beyond paint should request an appointment to participate in the Agency’s HHW program. URL:https://ucrra.org/event/june-23rd-2024-hhw-event-in-kingston/ LOCATION:Ulster Transfer Station\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Household Hazardous Waste ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hhw-10.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T140000 DTSTAMP:20240617T153728Z CREATED:20240617T153728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T153728Z UID:11413-1718888400-1718892000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Working with Worms & Seed Bombs (Gardiner Library) DESCRIPTION:Working with Worms & Seed Bombs\nThursday\, June 20th 2024\n1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nGardiner Public LibraryIn this interactive and activity-lead class for kids\, participants will visit two stations where they will learn about making compost with worms\, and about pollinators and how using finished compost can improve soil health. \nPart 1: Composting Worms\nParticipants will hear a brief introduction about what is composting and why it is an important way of protecting our environment. Then\, educators will guide students through an interactive reading of “Compost Stew” by author Mary McKenna Siddals. Participants will then be able to observe a live worm bin\, identify worms at each stage of their lifecycle\, learn about worm ecology\, and learn how to compost indoors using a worm bin. \nPart 2: Making Seed Bombs\nAt this station\, participants will learn that our favorite fruits\, vegetables\, nuts\, seeds\, and other foods rely on Pollinators. Pollinators pollinate 90% of all flowering plants\, but studies have shown that their populations have been declining in recent decades. Participants will create seed balls\, or seed bombs\, which are small clusters of compost\, clay\, and wildflower seeds that are designed to add pollinator habitats to urban landscapes\, neglected areas\, or wherever you’d like! All craft materials will be provided. \nThis FREE workshop is suitable for children ages 7 and up\, and parental supervision is advised. \nAccessibility:The Gardiner Library strives to ensure its building is fully accessible in support of our mission to provide valuable resources and services to all residents in Gardiner. This commitment includes making every effort to improve accessibility and working to acquire the funding necessary to make key improvements. A wheelchair accessible ramp is available to enter the Library. Accessible parking is available to the side of the building. This program will take place on the main level\, no elevator or stairs required to access the meeting room. Masks and social distancing are not required at this time\, but they are encouraged. \nUCRRA strives to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Tanesia White\, Recycling Educator\, at TWHI@UCRRA.ORG or 845-336-3336. \nSign up now!Share This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/working-with-worms-seed-bombs-gardiner-library/ LOCATION:Gardiner Public Library\, 133 Farmer's Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NY\, 12525 CATEGORIES:Compost,Reduce,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/jonathan-kemper-yjEt1FvMRMk-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T190000 DTSTAMP:20240620T134444Z CREATED:20240501T193640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T134444Z UID:11067-1718647200-1718650800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:June 17\, 2024 Finance Committee Meeting-CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Finance Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday\, June 17\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting: \n\nAgenda\nDraft Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting which was held on April 15th URL:https://ucrra.org/event/june-17-2024-finance-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T180000 DTSTAMP:20240529T203742Z CREATED:20240215T130512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T203742Z UID:10526-1717430400-1717437600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:2024 Master Composter Master Recycler Certification Course DESCRIPTION:2024 Master Composter Master Recycler\nVolunteer Training & Certification Program\n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nMondays\, Wednesdays\, Fridays in June\nUCRRA Main Office\, 999 Flatbush Road Kingston NY\n* alternate dates: Session 9 noted below*About this Course:\nThis certification program is open to enrolled volunteers only. The Agency will provide 20 hours of free professional development training in the form of ten 2- hour sessions. Following this training course\, volunteers are asked to complete 20 service hours per year. Interested persons should review the official Volunteer Description for more information. Then\, complete a Volunteer Application and indicate they’d like to work towards this Certification program. Participants must complete all classes in this series to receive MCR certification. \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, May 17th 2024\nCourse Details:\nSession 1: Monday 06/03\nMCR Orientation\nFacilitator/Speaker: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability \n\nIntro to UCRRA’s History\, Mission\, and Overview of Programs & Services\nWhat happens to our waste in Ulster County?\nUnderstanding the waste-climate connection\nIntro to the Recycling Outreach Team\nVolunteering with Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency\n\nSession 2: Wednesday 06/05\nRecycle Right!\nFacilitator/Speaker: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability \n\nHow to recycle in Ulster County\nWhat happens at the UCRRA MRF?\nWhat items can be recycled?\nWhat is wishcycling?\nBest practices for recycling (at Schools\, Offices\, Special Events\, etc.)\nUlster County Mandatory Recycling Law\nOther Special recycling programs\n\nSession 3: Friday 06/07\nPlastic Pollution & It’s Impacts\nFacilitator: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability\nSpeakers: Tanesia White\, UCRRA Recycling Educator and Michelle Gluck\, Sr. Environmental Resource Technician\, Ulster County Department of the Environment \n\nWhat is plastic and how is it made?\nWhat is the scale of plastic production and pollution?\nWhat are the impacts of Litter\, Marine Plastic\, Microplastics\, and Environmental Justice\nWhat Local Laws reduce plastic waste in Ulster County?\nHow can we reduce plastic waste in our lives and communities?\n\nSession 4:  Monday 06/10\nHousehold Hazardous Waste & Eco Friendly Alternatives\nFacilitator/Speaker: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability\nSpeakers: Wesley Baxter\, PaintCare NY Program Coordinator\, and Tanesia White\, UCRRA Recycling Educator \n\nWhat is Household Hazardous Waste?\nIntro to UCRRA HHW Program\nPaint Care NY Product Stewardship Program\nOther local options for HHW disposal\nWhat are safer alternatives to HHW?\nEco-Friendly Home Demonstration\n\nSession 5: Wednesday 06/12\nIntro to Home Composting\nFacilitator/Speaker: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability \n\nExploring the science of composting\nHow to compost in Ulster County\nWhat items can be composted?\nBalancing browns & greens\nImportance of air & moisture\nComparing compost bins & methods\nBenefits and uses of finished compost\nIntro to soil health\n\nSession 6:  Friday 06/14\nAdvanced Composting Topics\nFacilitator/Speaker: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability\nSpeakers: Tanesia White\, UCRRA Recycling Educator \n\nIndoor composting methods (Bokashi\, Vermicomposting)\nLocal & State Composting Laws\nIndustrial Scale Composting at the UCRRA Organics Recovery Facility\nUCRRA Partners in Composting Program\n\nSession 7: Monday 06/17\nLeadership Seminar\nFacilitator/Speaker: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability\nSpeakers: Tanesia White\, UCRRA Recycling Educator \n\nStrategies for effective outreach and education\nStrengthening communication & Learning\nTeaching tips\nWorking with youth\nDiversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\n\nSession 8: Tuesday 06/18\nUCRRA Policies You Need to Know!\nFacilitator: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability\nSpeakers: Amy Lopiano\, UCRRA Chief Accounting Clerk \nSession 9:  *Thursday 06/20 10AM-12PM\nTour the UCRRA or Special Projects Day 1 TBD\nFacilitator: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability \nSession 10:  Wednesday 06/26\nSpecial Projects  (MCR Topics of Interest)\nFacilitator: Angelina Brandt\, UCRRA Director of Sustainability \nSign Up Now!Accessibility: These classes will be held indoors at the UCRRA Main Office\, except for the facility tour date noted in the schedule which will be an outdoor walking tour. Accessible parking is available approximately 20 feet from the main entrance (please note there are no automatic doors at this building). Accessible\, gender neutral bathrooms are available. Use of face masks are not required indoors\, but may be encouraged. We strive to offer equal program opportunities to the best of our capabilities. Please contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, at  APEO@UCRRA.ORG or 845-336-3336 to discuss any accommodations. \nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/2024-master-composter-master-recycler-certification-course/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Compost,Reduce,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Logo-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T160000 DTSTAMP:20240529T185242Z CREATED:20240529T172222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T185242Z UID:11331-1717426800-1717430400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:June 3\, 2024 Special Meeting DESCRIPTION:A Special Meeting is scheduled for Monday\, June 3\, 2024\, at 3:00 PM.  This meeting will be held in person. \nBelow is the document associated with this meeting:\nAgenda URL:https://ucrra.org/event/june-3-2024-special-meeting-2/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T193000 DTSTAMP:20240521T155404Z CREATED:20240426T182222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T155404Z UID:11027-1716487200-1716492600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:May 23\, 2024 Regular Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:A Regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday\, May 23\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM.  This meeting will be held at the Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting:\nAgenda \nDraft Minutes from the April 25\, 2024\, Regular Board Meeting \nRecycling Program Update \nMSW Tonnage Report \nRecycling Tonnage Report \nMRF COst Center Analysis \nTreasurer’s Report \nResolution #2613 Re: Approval of a Visitor Rules of Conduct Policy \nResolution #2618 Re: Approving Amendment to the Personnel Policy \nResolution #2619 Re: Amending By-Laws URL:https://ucrra.org/event/may-23-2024-regular-board-meeting-2/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T180000 DTSTAMP:20240517T183802Z CREATED:20240426T182547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T183802Z UID:11026-1716483600-1716487200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:May 23\, 2024-Zero Waste Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Zero Waste Committee Meeting is scheduled for Thursday\, May 23\, 2024\, at 5:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents for this meeting: \nAgenda \nDraft Minutes of the ZWCM from April 25\, 2024 URL:https://ucrra.org/event/may-23-2024-zero-waste-committee-meeting-2/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTSTAMP:20240220T142238Z CREATED:20240217T190618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T142238Z UID:10546-1716022800-1716037200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Spring Compost Bin & Rain Barrel *Pre-Order Sale* DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Compost Awareness Week Don't Wait! Pre-order now! 000Weeks0000Days00Hrs00Min00Sec2024 Spring Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Sale\nCelebrating Compost Awareness Week\nBin Distribution Day: Saturday May 18th\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nUCRRA Main Office\n999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston NY\nUCRRA has partnered with Brand Builders LLC to offer our Spring 2024 Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale. The sale features various options (tumblers\, vermicompost bins\, enclosed bins\, Green Cone\, and more). This program is a pre-order sale; place your order through the online store between now and Friday May 17th (pre-order deadline). Pick up your order ONE DAY ONLY at our special event\, Saturday\, May 18th from 9am-1pm\, at our Main Office in Kingston. We’re celebrating Compost Awareness Week! Let us help you start composting with confidence! \nVisit the Online Store! Disclaimer: UCRRA does not make any warranty or representation\, expressed or implied\, regarding the compost bins or other equipment offered for sale by BrandBuilders\, LLC. Purchasers must direct any questions\, claims or disputes regarding their purchase to BrandBuilders LLC. \nPick-up instructions: Be sure to make room in your vehicle before picking up your order. Our online store has a helpful video that demonstrates how to load your vehicle. Pickup your preorder **ONE DAY ONLY** – Saturday May 18th from 9:00AM to 1:00 PM at the UCRRA Main Office. Enter through the Electronics Recycling lane\, and follow cones to the designated car-loading zone (parking spaces) alongside the Main Office. Please wait patiently for an Agency representative to check you in and confirm your order details. \nAccessibility: This is an outdoor event with curbside service in our parking lot.  Participants may stay in their vehicle through the entire pick up process if they’d prefer\, and our staff will check you in and help load your vehicle with your order items. We strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. \nWe’re Celebrating Compost Awareness Week! \nAbout ICAW: International Compost Awareness Week  is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the compost industry. It’s celebrated nationwide\, internationally\, and officially across New York State each year during the first full week of May. The goal of ICAW is for communities everywhere to raise public awareness about the many benefits of composting and how to make and use compost to regenerate soils. Visit the New York Compost Awareness Week page for more information about local programs\, events\, and initiatives \n2024 Theme: COMPOST… Nature’s Climate Champion! Each year\, a new theme for ICAW is chosen. The 2024 theme was chosen collaboratively with the International Compost Alliance (ICA)\, incorporating the collective focus on one of the initiatives of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)\, which is “Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.” \nThe 2024 theme best reflects the UN goal by highlighting the role compost plays in fighting climate change. Those roles include: \n\nDecreasing methane: Methane\, a greenhouse gas twenty-five times as powerful as carbon dioxide\, can be significantly reduced through the recycling of organics instead of their being landfilled.\nHelping with climate change mitigation: Compost offers a significant answer to climate change mitigation. Compost’s return to the soil serves as a “carbon bank\,” helping to store carbon thereby removing it from the atmosphere.\nReducing fertilizer inputs\, reducing the pollution created to manufacture those inputs.\nIncreasing resilience: Compost helps to increase resilience to the effects of climate change such as drought and extreme weather.\n\nThis year’s winner of the ICAW 2024 Poster Contest  is Ny Rindra Arison Malalaniaina. Ny Rindra lives in Antananarivo\, Madagascar and is a student in chemical and industrial process engineering.  \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/spring-compost-bin-sale-2024/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Composting,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2022-compost-bin-sale-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T170000 DTSTAMP:20240423T160058Z CREATED:20240423T155802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T160058Z UID:10983-1715425200-1715446800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ask the Experts at the Kingston Earth Fair DESCRIPTION:Learn more here. This program is affiliated with the City of Kingston. \nThis year Kingston Earth Fair is  partnering with Clearwater and the Hudson River Maritime Museum with support from Radio Kingston and Catskill Mountain Keeper\, to bring a waterfront Earth Fair to TR Gallo Park. This year’s Earth Fair will include live music\, food trucks\, children’s games and activities\, a free swap market\, electric vehicle displays\, green education\, sponsored boat rides\, and more. As always\, this is a FREE event! \nVisit the UCRRA Outreach Booth to ask the experts and learn about waste reduction\, local recycling and composting programs\, and more! Festival goers can play our recycling Trivia Game to win a free prize – while supplies last. \nRECYLING OPPORTUNITIES AT THIS EVENT \nThis event will offer FREE Electronics Recycling (Computers\, Computer peripherals (mice\, keyboards\, monitors\, printers\, etc.)\, Small electronic equipment (DVD players\, MP3 players\, video game consoles\, etc.)\, and Televisions). \nThis event will also offer FREE Refrigerant Appliance Recycling (Window air conditioners\, Dehumidifiers\, Refrigerators\, and Freezers). \n\nCan’t make it to the event(s) but want to learn more about the safe disposal of air conditioners\, refrigerators\, and other refrigerant containing devices? Check out our new FLYER – Safe Disposal of Freon Appliances 2024\nShare This Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/kingston-earth-fair-2024/ LOCATION:TR Gallo Park\, 30 Rondout Landing\,\, Kingston\,\, NY\, 12401 CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024_Kingston-Earth-Fair-2024-13x19-1-scaled-e1713887866848.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T190000 DTSTAMP:20240501T185148Z CREATED:20240320T165544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T185148Z UID:10719-1715104800-1715108400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:May 7\, 2024 Governance Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Governance Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday\, May 7\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM.  The meeting will be held at the Agency’s Main Office. \nBelow are the documents associated with this meeting: \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nDraft Minutes from the following Governance Committee meetings: \n\n\n\nNovember 14\, 2023\nMarch 11\, 2024\nMarch 18\, 2024 URL:https://ucrra.org/event/may-7-2024-governance-committee-meeting-3/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/generic-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR