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February 27, 2025 Dr. Richard Becker Town of Cortlandt Supervisor 1 Heady Street Cortlandt Manor, New York 10567 Dear Dr. Becker: I am writing on behalf of the Village of Croton-on-Hudson Board of Trustees to express a strong interest in the proposed town-wide curbside composting program. This initiative aligns with our community's commitment to environmental sustainability and would benefit our residents, who have demonstrated robust interest in commercial composting. Our current drop-off program operates at capacity; in fact, there is currently a waiting list for more residents to join the program. This participation is evidence of the demand for convenient composting options and an indication of the potential for growth with the establishment of a curbside collection program for food scraps. In fact, residents participating in the program frequently ask if curbside composting is in the future. I understand that the Town Board is in the process of evaluating the program's feasibility and scope. Of particular importance is the Town’s efforts to line up grant funding to defray the cost of acquiring the necessary equipment and standing up the program. Please keep the Village informed of your progress. This will enable us to commence discussions and collaborative planning for a composting program for our residents. At the appropriate time, the Village Board wishes to initiate discussions regarding an Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA) between the Village of Croton-on-Hudson and the Town of Cortlandt to share resources and collaborate on this program. I look forward to the Village being a partner with the Town of Cortlandt on this project. Cc: Frank Balbi, Superintendent of Public Works Mayor Brian Pugh Trustees Nora Moriarty Nicholson Cara Politi Len Simon Maria F. Slippen Village Manager Bryan T. Healy Village Treasurer Daniel Tucker Village Clerk Pauline DiSanto Village of Croton-on-Hudson New York Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building One Van Wyck Street Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520-2501