Jerry was a mainstay in the recycling effort for the City of Bangor from the program’s inception

until Jerry’s retirement in 2014. Jerry was always quick to step up and lend a hand whenever

he could, including by serving on the Board of the Maine Resource Recovery Association

(“MRRA”) for many years. His calm demeanor, historical wisdom, keen observations, and quick

wit proved invaluable as the MRRA worked to achieve its’ mission of assisting the Maine

community with implementing professional solid waste management systems that are environmentally and economically sustainable.

As the Training Officer for the Bangor Public Works Department, Jerry very much believed that

training and education were key to success in any endeavor, and he was instrumental in the

success of the MRRA Annual Conference. In fact, the very first MRRA conferences were hosted

by Jerry at the Bangor Recycling Center. Later, he could often be found singing and playing the

piano during conference social events.

It is for these reasons MRRA is proud to offer the Jerry T. Hughes Waste Wise Fund.