SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): Ontario County has opened a second public comment period on its draft Local Solid Waste Management Plan (LSWMP), reinforcing efforts to reduce waste generation ahead of the planned closure of its landfill by the end of 2028.
The initiative includes a second public presentation scheduled for April 9 at the Phelps Community Center, offering residents another opportunity to engage with the plan.
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Carla Jordan, director of the Department of Sustainability and Solid Waste Management, stated that the updated plan will provide a comprehensive framework to coordinate waste management in an environmentally responsible and economically sustainable manner over the next decade.
Originally released in October 2025, the draft emphasizes reducing landfill dependency through expanded recycling, reuse, composting, and organics recovery. The latest comment period runs through May 4.
Key focus areas include enhancing recycling rates, expanding organics recovery infrastructure, and ensuring equitable access to waste reduction programs. County officials highlighted the importance of continued public participation to build a resilient and sustainable waste management system.