Tracking trash disposal, recycling, and the 2028 Steuben County landfill closure that affects Yates County residents.
The Steuben County landfill — where Yates County currently sends solid waste — is scheduled to close in 2028. Yates County must identify and contract with an alternative disposal facility before that date. This is an active issue with significant cost implications for county taxpayers.
Yates County must find new disposal site before 2028 Steuben closure
Current recycling program status and accepted materials
County and municipal contracts for solid waste disposal
PennYanCitizens.com tracks solid waste management issues affecting Penn Yan and Yates County. The most significant near-term issue is the 2028 closure of the Steuben County landfill, which currently serves as the primary disposal site for Yates County solid waste. Planning for an alternative must begin now to avoid a waste disposal crisis and potential cost spikes for residents.