Chemung County Executive Tom Santulli, Chemung County Deputy Executive Mike Krusen and 15th District County Legislator would like to announce the Chemung County Flood Disposal Program. As a result of a number of residents contacting the County regarding flash flooding this past week, Chemung County is offering residents an opportunity to dispose of up to 1,000 pounds of flood related garbage/materials at one of the Solid Waste District’s drop off or transfer stations free of charge.
“Chemung County along with a number of upstate communities have experienced many hardships caused by flash flooding this past week. As we immediately begin to repair our roads, culverts and bridges, we also want to reach out to the residents who experienced damage to their property. We hope that the County Flood Disposal Program will provide some relief to those homeowners that have been affected by these storms,” says Chemung County Executive Tom Santulli.
Residents who need to dispose of materials/ garbage from damages caused by flooding can go to their local municipality to pick up a voucher. The resident will need to show proof of address in order to be issued a voucher. Residents are limited to one voucher per household and cannot exceed the 1,000-pound limit. Dumping fees for any weight over the 1,000 pound-limit are the responsibility of the resident. No hazardous or asbestos waste will be accepted and those items must be managed separately.
“The County is happy to assist in clean up efforts after this past week’s storm by allowing residents to dispose of flood related garbage. We hope that this will take away some of the burden on residents affected by the devastating damage, “says Chemung County Deputy Executive Mike Krusen.
Participating Towns and Villages include:
Town of Elmira
Town of Catlin
Town of Southport
Town of Big Flats
Town of Horseheads
Village of Millport
Village of Wellsburg
Materials can be dropped off at the following locations:
3305 Chambers Road
Big Flats, NY 14845
93 Institution Road
Pine City, NY 14871
1488 County Road 60
Lowman, NY 14861
1690 Lake Street
Elmira, NY 14901
1892 Swartwood Hill Rd
Erin, NY 14838