Cortland County public meetings in 2023

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is meeting to discuss airport infrastructure grants, hangar lease updates, and the allocation of opioid settlement reserve funds. The body will also consider personnel changes at the Department of Social Services and a demolition project on Miller Street.

• Acceptance of a $2,499,660 NYSDOT grant for a new aircraft storage hangar and parking lot expansion at Cortland County Airport
• Proposed $90,000 award to Catholic Charities of Cortland County and $40,700 to Cortland Area Recovery Project (C.A.R.P) from Opioid Settlement Reserve Funds
• Authorization of abatement and demolition at 55-57 Miller Street not to exceed $35,000
• Proposed monthly lease rate increases for T-Hangar spaces at Cortland County Airport effective January 1, 2024
• Award of generator inspection and maintenance contract to Penn Power Group, LLC

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is considering a $15,000 budget increase for unemployment insurance. The committee is also reviewing resolutions to transfer several positions to the new Finance Department and abolish the Treasurer's Department.

• Amend 2023 Budget to increase Unemployment Insurance expense by $15,000
• Transfer Deputy Director of Finance, Assistant Accountant, and two Senior Account Clerks to the Finance Department
• Transfer Delinquent Tax Receiver position to the Finance Department
• Abolish the Treasurer's Department effective December 31, 2023

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing a bid for vehicle repair services and several resolutions to levy unpaid water, sewer, and inspection charges against real properties in multiple towns. The body is also considering the assessment of 2024 town fire taxes.

• Proposed contract for vehicle repair and maintenance with O’Shea Tire & Service Center
• Levy of $19,037.32 in unpaid water charges for the Town of Cincinnatus
• Levy of $13,231.73 in unpaid water charges for the Town of Cortlandville
• Levy of $11,855.42 in unpaid sewer charges for the Town of Cortlandville
• Proposed 2024 Town Fire Taxes including $898,845 for Cortlandville townwide and $189,084.03 for Cincinnatus

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Agriculture, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee is meeting to review minutes from November 2, 2023. The body is proposing the appointment of five representatives to the Transportation Advisory Committee for terms beginning January 1, 2024.

• Proposed appointment of Timothy Lockwood (Catholic Charities) to the Transportation Advisory Committee
• Proposed appointment of Amy Buggs (Cayuga/Cortland Workforce Development) to the Transportation Advisory Committee
• Proposed appointment of Patricia Schaap (Cortland County) to the Transportation Advisory Committee
• Proposed appointment of Chris Maroney (SUNY Cortland) to the Transportation Advisory Committee
• Proposed appointment of Shannon Coffin (JM Murray Center) to the Transportation Advisory Committee

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing the acceptance of a state grant to fund interoperable communications and a new deputy director position. The body is also appointing members to the Fire Advisory and Traffic Safety boards and authorizing stipends for STOP DWI duties.

• Acceptance of $786,336 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant (SICG)
• Creation of Deputy Director of Emergency Response and Communications position ($71,467 - $95,122)
• Annual $2,500 stipends for STOP DWI Coordinator and Administrative Assistant
• Contract award to Penn Power Group, LLC for generator inspection and maintenance
• Appointments to the Cortland County Fire Advisory Board and Traffic Safety Board

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee is reviewing several airport improvements, including a new construction project funded by a state grant. The body is also considering lease agreements and rental rate increases for airport hangar spaces.

• Proposed $2,777,400 project for a conventional aircraft storage hangar and expanded parking lot using a $2,499,660 NYSDOT grant
• Proposed lease of 6,500 sq ft of Hangar MH-2 to DM3 of Cortland, LLC for $16,080 in 2024
• Proposed monthly rent increases for T-Hangar spaces ranging from $20 to $30
• Selection of Barton and Loguidice Engineers, DPC for Bridge NY project application development
• Discussion of Wade Pool updates and CPR training

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health & Human Services Committee is reviewing budget amendments for daycare and foster care, the creation of a per-diem Public Health Engineer position, and several service contracts. The body is also proposing the allocation of opioid settlement funds to three local organizations.

• Proposed $100,000 award to Alcohol and Drug Council of Tompkins County, Inc. from Opioid Settlement Reserve Fund
• Proposed $90,000 award to Catholic Charities of Cortland County for re-entry program from Opioid Settlement Reserve Fund
• Proposed $40,700 award to Cortland Area Recovery Project (C.A.R.P) from Opioid Settlement Reserve Fund
• Creation of one per-diem Public Health Engineer position ($37.2145-47.1041/hr)
• Budget amendments for Department of Social Services: $90,000 increase for Daycare and $229,000 increase for Family Assistance

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is meeting to review a contract for the inspection and maintenance of county generators and a memorandum of agreement with SUNY Cortland regarding fiber attachments on National Grid poles.

• Proposed award of Generator Maintenance and Repair Contract to Penn Power Group, LLC
• Proposed Memorandum of Agreement with SUNY Cortland for fiber overlash
• Discussion of IT Assessment Report
• Discussion regarding 22 West Court Street

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is holding a special meeting to discuss one resolution. The body is considering whether to rescind a previous authorization for a Medicare Advantage Plan agreement.

• Rescind Resolution No. 123-23 regarding a Medicare Advantage Plan agreement with United Health Care through the Broome County Purchasing Alliance

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is meeting to vote on several local laws, including the creation of a Finance Department and the authorization of a real estate transfer tax. The body is also considering salary increases for various elected and appointed officers.

• Local Law 'K' to authorize a tax on real estate transfers
• Local Law 'J' to create the Cortland County Finance Department effective December 31, 2023
• Local Law 'M' to increase Election Commissioner salaries from $55,315 to $57,528 for 2024
• Contract with Frontier Communications for 911 system maintenance not to exceed $124,620.51 per year (2023-2027)
• Budget amendment to accept a $194,635 Public Safety Answering Points Operations Grant

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will meet for a special session to review applications for microenterprise grants.

• Review of Microenterprise Grant Applications

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is considering Local Law "K" of 2023. This law would authorize the county to impose a tax on real estate transfers for the period from November 17, 2023, to October 25, 2030.

• Local Law "K" of 2023: Proposed real estate transfer tax of $1 for every $500 (or fraction thereof) of consideration exceeding $500
• Approval of minutes from the October 17, 2023, committee meeting

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to consider the creation of a formal Finance Department and several salary adjustments for county officers. The body will also review a property deed replacement for a 1996 tax foreclosure purchase.

• Local Law 'J' of 2023: Creating the Cortland County Finance Department effective December 31, 2023
• Local Law 'L' of 2023: Increasing salaries for elected and appointed officers for a fixed term
• Local Law 'M' of 2023: Increasing Election Commissioner annual salaries from $55,315 to $57,528 for fiscal year 2024
• Resolution to execute a replacement Quit Claim Deed for 3010 E. Freetown-Texas Valley Road to Linda Bamberry

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is meeting to review a state grant for emergency response operations and a multi-year maintenance agreement for the county's 911 telephone system. The body will also review monthly reports from Probation and Assigned Counsel.

• Proposed acceptance of a $194,635 Public Safety Answering Points Operations Grant for the Department of Emergency Response and Communications
• Proposed contract with Frontier Communications for 911 system maintenance and upgrades not to exceed $124,620.51 per year (2023-2027)
• Review of October 2023 Probation statistics
• Review of Assigned Counsel Monthly Report

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee will meet to review minutes and reports. The session includes a discussion on economic development opportunities led by Brendan O'Bryan of the Cortland County Business Development Corporation.

• Discussion on economic development opportunities with Brendan O'Bryan
• Review of November 2023 Soil and Water Report
• Approval of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Building & Grounds Committee

The committee will meet to review minutes from October 10, 2023. The session includes the review of monthly reports for Buildings & Grounds and IT.

• Review of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Buildings & Grounds monthly report
• IT monthly report

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. Members will review the Third Quarter statistics from the Department of Social Services and the November 2023 report from the Cortland County Health Department.

• Department of Social Services Third Quarter statistics
• Cortland County Health Department November 2023 report

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will meet to discuss the Flow Control Officer. The agenda also includes a review of the October 10, 2023 meeting minutes and activity reports for the Highway Department and November Solid Waste.

• Discussion regarding Flow Control Officer
• Highway Department Activities Report
• November Solid Waste Activity Report

Legislature

The Legislature is conducting public hearings on the tentative 2024 budget, a tax levy limit override, and the mortgage recording tax. The body is also considering several service contracts and a major bridge replacement project.

• Public hearing on Tentative 2024 Cortland County Budget
• Proposed $2,618,658 appropriation for High Bridge Road over E. Branch Tioughnioga River Bridge replacement
• Agreement with Rochester Store Fixture for jail cooler/freezer replacement not to exceed $54,800
• Agreement with Catholic Charities of Cortland County for emergency housing not to exceed $210,000
• Appointment of a Public Defender at an annual salary of $100,948

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing the distribution of $10.1 million in third-quarter sales tax and a local law to allow the 2024 budget to exceed the property tax levy limit. The body is also considering various 2024 service contracts and tourism grants.

• Distribution of $10,128,108.60 in third quarter 2023 sales tax to municipalities
• Proposed Local Law 'I' of 2023 to override the fiscal year 2024 tax levy limit
• Tourism Marketing Grants including $134,000 for Cortland Regional Sports Council and $75,000 for Center for the Arts of Homer
• Contract with Rochester Store Fixture for jail cooler/freezer replacement not to exceed $54,800
• Emergency housing agreement with Catholic Charities of Cortland County not to exceed $210,000

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding tax distributions, personnel appointments, and policy updates. The body is considering salary increases for legislators and amendments to the management employment policy manual.

• Distribution of $321,060.92 in semi-annual mortgage taxes to county towns and villages
• Appointment of Michelle S. Brown as Republican Election Commissioner (term 2024-2027)
• Proposed increase of legislator salaries to $12,000, Chair to $21,000, and Leaders to $12,500 effective Jan 1, 2024
• Proposed amendments to the Employment Policy Manual for Department Heads and Management employees
• Review of September 2023 monthly reports from Board of Elections, County Attorney, and County Clerk

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to discuss departmental budgets for 2024. The session also includes the review of monthly reports from the District Attorney, Coroner, DOERC, and Probation office.

• Discussion on Departmental Budgets for 2024
• DA Monthly STATS
• October 2023 Coroner Death Report
• October 2023 DOERC Report
• September 2023 Probation Statistics

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee will discuss and review 2024 departmental budget allocations approved by the County Administrator. The body will determine if any changes to these allocations are recommended.

• Review of 2024 departmental budget allocations
• Southern Tier 8 Regional Broadband Conference invitation
• October 2023 Soil and Water monthly report
• October 2023 Planning Department activity report

Highway Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize an agreement with New York State for the High Bridge Road over E. Branch Tioughnioga River Bridge replacement. The project is funded primarily through the BRIDGE-NY Program.

• Proposed appropriation of $2,618,658.00 for High Bridge Road bridge replacement (BIN 3312330)
• Federal revenue of $2,487,725.00 and local share of $130,933.00 for bridge project
• Discussion on the future of the Cortland County Landfill
• Discussion on the 2024 Rotary Club Swim Meet

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing a resolution to replace the walk-in cooler and freezer at the Cortland County Jail. The body is also considering the rejection of a bid for a panic button alerting system.

• Agreement with Rochester Store Fixture for jail cooler/freezer replacement not to exceed $54,800
• Rejection of AT&T bid for a Panic Button Alerting System
• Budget amendment to increase Dept Specific Equip and Appropriated Reserves by $54,800

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is considering several resolutions to authorize 2024 service contracts for the Department of Social Services and the Area Agency on Aging. These include agreements for foster care, day care, and emergency housing. The meeting also includes a presentation on crisis services.

• Agreement with Catholic Charities for emergency housing not to exceed $210,000
• Authorization of 2024 contracts for Qualified Independent Assessments for residential foster care
• Authorization of 2024 Day Care and Foster Care/Detention agreements
• Work Experience Program placements with 10 county departments from 12/31/23 to 12/31/24
• Authorization of 2024 administrative and program service contracts for the Area Agency on Aging and Department of Social Services

Legislature

The Legislature is discussing a local law to allow non-residents from contiguous counties to be hired as Public Defender, Chief Assistant Public Defender, and Assigned Counsel Plan Administrator. The body is also reviewing the 2024 tentative budget and updating its internal rules of order.

• Local Law G of 2023: Exception to residency requirements for Public Defender roles
• Proposed 10.4% increase for 2024 health insurance premium equivalent rates
• Contract for court cleaning and maintenance services totaling $751,427.00
• Budget allocation not to exceed $100,000 for a new elevator at Dwyer Memorial Park Main Pavilion
• Additional design and engineering for 111 Port Watson Street not to exceed $43,900

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is considering a resolution to extend a 1% additional sales tax to avoid financial hardship and property tax increases. The body is also reviewing personnel changes in the Finance office and several budget amendments for social services and youth programs.

• Proposal to extend 1% additional sales and compensating use tax through November 30, 2025
• Abolition of Assistant Director of Finance and creation of Deputy Director of Finance ($73,873 - $98,324/year)
• Change order for additional design and engineering at 111 Port Watson Street not to exceed $43,900
• Renewal of 5-year court cleaning and maintenance agreement with Sixth Judicial District for $751,427.00 (2023-2024)
• Budget transfer of $600,000 from Child Care (Raise The Age) to Safety Net account

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is considering a local law to allow non-residents from contiguous counties to hold specific public defender roles. The body is also reviewing 2024 self-insurance rates for county health plans and updates to the Legislature's Rules of Order.

• Local Law 'G' of 2023: Creates residency exceptions for Public Defender, Chief Assistant Public Defender, and Assigned Counsel Plan Administrator
• Proposed 10.4% increase for 2024 Traditional Plan health insurance (Individual: $894.28; Family: $2,175.21)
• Proposed 10.4% increase for 2024 PPO Plan health insurance (Individual: $804.85; Family: $1,957.69)
• Adoption of updated Rules of Order for the Cortland County Legislature effective January 1, 2024
• No change proposed for Dental or Vision insurance rates

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing a 5-year agreement for court cleaning and maintenance and a change order for architectural services. The body will also discuss county parking and a park pavilion elevator.

• Proposed $751,427.00 contract for 2023-2024 court cleaning and maintenance services with the Sixth Judicial District
• Proposed change order not to exceed $43,900 for additional engineering and architectural design at 111 Port Watson Street
• Discussion regarding County Overflow Parking Lot
• Discussion regarding Dwyer Memorial Park Pavilion Elevator
• Review of 2024 budget overviews for Buildings & Grounds and Information Technology

The Buildings & Grounds Committee unanimously approved a change order for the 111 Port Watson Street mental‑health building at a cost up to $43,900. It also approved a five‑year court cleaning and maintenance agreement worth $751,427.00 and authorized $100,000 from the reserve to replace the Dwyer Memorial Park pavilion elevator, amending the 2023 budget. Additional unanimous approvals included a guardrail installation, a roof replacement contract for $42,964, and authority for change orders up to $25,000 each.

• Approved mental‑health building change order up to $43,900 (unanimous)
• Approved 5‑year court cleaning contract $751,427.00 (unanimous)
• Approved use of reserve for Dwyer Memorial Park elevator replacement up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment adding $100,000 to Building Improvements and Appropriated Reserves (unanimous)
• Approved guardrail installation at County Office Building overflow parking lot (unanimous)
• Approved roof replacement contract for 37 Church Street at $42,964 (unanimous)
• Approved authority for change orders not to exceed $25,000 per order (unanimous)

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health & Human Services Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for the Department of Social Services and the acceptance of state funds for youth sports. The body is also considering a contract for a county prevention program and discussing opioid settlement funding.

• Acceptance of $113,358 from NYS Office of Children and Family Services for Youth Bureau sports funding
• Proposed $102,216 contract with Family & Children’s Counseling Services for a prevention program
• Budget amendment to move $600,000 from Child Care (Raise The Age) to Safety Net accounts
• Budget amendment to move $40,000 within Department of Social Services for vacation payouts and on-call pay
• Discussion of Opioid Settlement Funding and Mental Health Department budget

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee is meeting to consider the creation of four temporary staff positions for the Highway Department. The body will also discuss the use of Dwyer Park for a car show and review activity reports.

• Creation of four temporary Motor Equipment Operators (Grade 14, $20.6041-$26.0742/hour) for up to six months
• Authorization for Empire State Subies Car Show at Dwyer Park on September 23, 2023
• Highway Department Activity Report
• Solid Waste Activities Report

The Highway Committee voted unanimously to authorize Dwyer Park for the Empire State Subies Car Show on September 23, 2023. The motion was moved by Linda Jones and seconded by Joseph Nauseef. All members present voted in favor.

• Authorized use of Dwyer Park for Empire State Subies Car Show (unanimous)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing two contracts with Motorola for the Department of Emergency Response and Communications. The body is also discussing a proposed local law regarding residency requirements for the Public Defender and related roles.

• Contract with Motorola for Edge Availability radio system upgrade in the amount of $254,713
• Preventative maintenance contract with Motorola Solutions for 2024-2028 not to exceed $673,783 per year
• Proposed Local Law No. “G” for the Year 2023 regarding residency requirements for the Public Defender, Chief Assistant Public Defender, and Assigned Counsel Plan Administrator

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved two agreements with Motorola for the Department of Emergency Response and Communications. These actions include a system upgrade for edge availability and a multi-year preventative maintenance contract, both supported by state grant funding.

• Approved $254,713 contract with Motorola for Edge Availability radio system upgrade (Unanimous)
• Approved preventative maintenance contract with Motorola Solutions not to exceed $673,783 per year for 2024-2028 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 10, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is deciding on several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments for social services, and board appointments. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget.

• Proposed $870,000 contract with Cortland Pump, LLC for 100LL Avgas Fuel Farm Relocation at Cortland County Airport
• Proposed $260,000 agreement with Salvation Army for 'Code Blue' Warming Center services
• Proposed $100,000 allocation from Opioid Reserve to The Council for an Open Access Detox & Stabilization Center
• Proposed $42,964 contract with Universal Builders for roof replacement at 37 Church Street
• Proposed $200,000 contract with MRB Group, D.P.C. for a Strategic Development Plan

The Legislature approved the 2023-2024 operating budget for Tompkins Cortland Community College and authorized a tourism promotion agreement with the local Convention and Visitors Bureau. The board also approved a new Medicare Advantage Plan for eligible retirees.

• Adopted 2023-2024 Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget of $34,862,992 (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau for 2024 promotion services, including remittance of $741,171.06 (Unanimous)
• Designated Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau as the official 2024 Tourism Promotion Agency (Unanimous)
• Authorized Medicare Advantage Plan Option 4 through the Broome County Purchasing Alliance for eligible retirees (10-6)
• Approved proposal for Cortland County Health Insurance Plan Pharmacy Benefit Manager (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2023 session (Unanimous)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing the 2023-2024 operating budget for Tompkins Cortland Community College and the distribution of second quarter 2023 sales tax. The body is also considering contracts for tourism promotion and county infrastructure repairs.

• Proposed adoption of $34,862,992 Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget
• Distribution of $9,383,908.82 in second quarter 2023 sales tax to municipalities
• Contract with MRB Group, D.P.C. for $200,000 to create a Strategic Development Plan
• Roof replacement contract for 37 Church Street awarded to Universal Builders for $42,964
• Agreement with Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau for $741,171.06

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the 2023-2024 operating budget for Tompkins Cortland Community College and authorized the distribution of second quarter 2023 sales tax. The committee also designated the Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau as the county's tourism agency and approved a consulting agreement for a strategic development plan.

• Approved 2023-2024 Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget of $34,862,992 (Unanimous)
• Authorized distribution of second quarter 2023 sales tax from total collections of $9,758,908.82 (Unanimous)
• Designated Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau as the 2024 Tourism Promotion Agency (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau for 2024 publicity services, including remittance of $741,171.06 (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement for consulting services to create a Cortland County Strategic Development Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is reviewing several personnel and administrative agreements. Key items include pharmacy benefit management, retiree Medicare plans, and a union contract. The body is also discussing a salary grade reallocation for the Clerk of the Legislature.

• Contract with Keenan (ESI) for Health Insurance Plan Pharmacy Benefit Management (Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2026)
• Participation in Broome County Purchasing Alliance for Medicare Advantage Plan Option 4 with United Health Care (Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024)
• Contract agreement with CSEA Local 812, Department of Emergency Response and Communications Unit #6 (Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2028)
• Reallocation of Clerk of the Legislature salary from Grade 8 ($63,924 - $85,083) to Grade 6 ($73,873 - $98,324)
• Renewal of Shared Municipal Imaging and Digital Document Storage Agreement with Tompkins County (June 1, 2023 - May 31, 2028)

The Government Operations Committee approved contracts for pharmacy benefit management and Medicare Advantage plans for retirees. The committee also approved a new agreement with CSEA Local 812 for emergency response and communications personnel.

• Approved contract with Keenan (ESI) for Pharmacy Benefit Manager (Unanimous)
• Approved Medicare Advantage Plan Option 4 through Broome County Purchasing Alliance (5-1)
• Approved agreement with CSEA Local 812, Department of Emergency Response and Communications Unit #6 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Pulled resolution to reallocate Clerk of the Legislature salary grade
• Pulled agreement with Tompkins County for shared municipal imaging and digital storage

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing several budget amendments and contracts for emergency services and law enforcement. Key proposals include creating three grant-funded positions for the Public Defender's office and upgrading the county radio system.

• Contract with Motorola for $933,647 to upgrade radio sites at 22 West Court Street and South Hill Road
• Creation of three Public Defender office positions: Assistant Public Defender, Associate Assistant Public Defender, and Paralegal
• Budget increase of $100,000 for jail inmate medical supplies
• Use of $15,795.87 from the Vehicle Repair/Replacement Reserve for a Sheriff Road Patrol vehicle
• 10-year rental agreement with NYSEG for tower space at the Virgil radio tower

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved several budget amendments for the Sheriff's Office and a grant-funded radio system upgrade. The committee also authorized a new public defender position and a 10-year tower rental agreement with NYSEG.

• Approved creation of one Associate Assistant Public Defender/Assistant Public Defender position (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,795.87 from Vehicle Repair/Replacement Reserve for Sheriff Road Patrol vehicle repair (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 budget transfer for jail medical supplies (Unanimous)
• Approved allowing Sheriff and Undersheriff to keep department weapons upon retirement with valid NYS permit (Unanimous)
• Approved $933,647 contract with Motorola for geo-redundant prime radio sites (Unanimous)
• Approved 10-year rental agreement with NYSEG for radio tower space at the Virgil tower (Unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee is meeting to propose budget amendments and award construction contracts. The body is also considering the restructuring of four heavy equipment operator positions.

• Proposed contract for 100LL Avgas Fuel Farm Relocation at Cortland County Airport to Cortland Pump, LLC for up to $870,000
• Proposed contract for Crains Mills Road Bridge (BIN 3312400) repairs to R. DeVincentis Construction, Inc. for up to $38,000
• Proposed 2023 County Road Fund Budget increase of $235,672.16 for construction expenses
• Proposal to abolish four Heavy Equipment Operator positions and create four Heavy Equipment Operator/Motor Equipment Operator positions
• Discussion of Cortland County Landfill Site Life and Financial Assurance

The committee approved several infrastructure projects, including a fuel farm relocation at the Cortland County Airport and repairs to the Crains Mills Road Bridge. They also amended the 2023 County Road Fund Budget to include $235,672.16 in additional funding and restructured four highway department positions.

• Approved $870,000 contract to Cortland Pump, LLC for 100LL Avgas Fuel Farm Relocation (Unanimous)
• Approved $38,000 contract to R. DeVincentis Construction, Inc. for Crains Mills Road Bridge repair (Unanimous)
• Approved $235,672.16 budget increase for 2023 County Road Fund via CHIPS, PAVE, and POP funding (Unanimous)
• Approved abolishing four Heavy Equipment Operator positions and creating four Heavy Equipment Operator/Motor Equipment Operator positions (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for IRT Construction Project for Highway Truck Garage (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing contracts for roof repairs and architectural change orders. The body is deciding on funding for projects at 37 Church Street, the County Courthouse, and 111 Port Watson Street.

• Contract for 37 Church Street shingle roof replacement awarded to Universal Builders for $42,964
• Change order for investigative work at Cortland County Courthouse with Bell and Spina Architects for $5,160
• Change order for elevation changes at Cortland County Courthouse with Bell and Spina Architects for $17,496.68
• Change order for exploratory work at 111 Port Watson Street with Bell and Spina Architects for $1,980
• Update on Department of Emergency Response & Communications at 22 West Court

The Buildings & Grounds Committee approved a roof replacement contract for 37 Church Street and multiple change orders for the County Courthouse and 111 Port Watson Street. The committee also authorized the County Administrator to approve project change orders up to $25,000 with the Chair's approval.

• Approved $42,964 contract to Universal Builders for 37 Church Street roof replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,160 change order with Bell and Spina Architects for Courthouse investigative work (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,496.68 change order with Bell and Spina Architects for Courthouse elevation changes (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,980 change order with Bell and Spina Architects for 111 Port Watson Street exploratory work (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Administrator to approve project change orders up to $25,000 with Committee Chair approval (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of Grant Street Property from County Auction (6-1)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health & Human Services Committee is reviewing several budget amendments and service contracts. Proposed actions include funding for opioid recovery, expanding day care eligibility, and establishing winter warming centers.

• Proposed $100,000 allocation from Opioid Reserve to The Council for the Open Access Detox & Stabilization Center
• Proposed $400,000 budget increase for the Department of Social Services Low Income Day Care program
• Proposed agreement with the Salvation Army for Warming Center services (Nov 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024) not to exceed $260,000
• Proposed $102,216 contract with Family & Children’s Counseling Services for a County Prevention Program
• Proposed $608 for utility and supplies costs for Grace and Holy Spirit Church for Warming Center services

The committee approved the allocation of $100,000 in opioid reserve funds to The Council's Open Access Detox & Stabilization Center. It also approved a contract with the Salvation Army for warming center services and increased funding for low-income day care.

• Approved $100,000 allocation from Opioid Reserve to The Council (5-2)
• Approved $400,000 budget increase for Low Income Day Care (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Salvation Army for Warming Center services up to $260,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 budget amendment for Code Blue expenses (unanimous)
• Pulled bid for Cortland County Prevention Program with Family & Children’s Counseling Services
• Approved June 6 and June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The committee is reviewing authorizations for snowmobile trail maintenance grants and environmental declarations. Members are also considering a contract for a county-wide strategic development plan and a new transit reporting policy.

• Grant application for 2023-2024 Snowmobile Trail Development and Maintenance
• Agreements with 8 snowmobile clubs for trail maintenance and grooming
• Contract award to MRB Group D.P.C. for $200,000 to create a Strategic Development Plan
• Appointment of Paul Heider to the Central New York Regional Market Authority
• Adoption of the Cortland County Charter Service Permission and Reporting Policy

The committee approved several measures to support snowmobile trail maintenance and funding. They also appointed a new member to the Central New York Regional Market Authority and adopted a new transit charter service policy.

• Approved grant application for 2023-2024 Snowmobile Trail Development and Maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact for snowmobile trails (Unanimous)
• Authorized maintenance agreements with eight various snowmobile clubs (Unanimous)
• Appointed Paul Heider to the Central New York Regional Market Authority (Unanimous)
• Awarded $200,000 contract for Strategic Development Plan to MRB Group D.P.C. (Unanimous)
• Adopted Cortland County Charter Service Permission and Reporting Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for IRT Construction Project Highway Truck Garage (Unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2023 committee meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is meeting to vote on several infrastructure contracts, personnel appointments, and a new labor agreement with CSEA Local 812. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a local law to opt out of Real Property Tax Law Section 487.

• Proposed $426,400 contract with Boland’s Excavating for site work at 22 West Court Street
• Proposed $36,675 contract with UA Maintenance for parking lot sealing and striping
• Approval of a new labor agreement with CSEA Cortland County Local 812, Unit #6550 (2024-2028)
• Creation of a full-time Compliance/Privacy Officer position ($68,718-91,464/yr)
• Public hearing on Local Law 'F' of 2023 regarding Real Property Tax Law Section 487

The Cortland County Legislature approved several contracts for facility maintenance and site work. The body also extended the term of the IT Steering Committee and appointed a county security officer.

• Endorsed YWCA of Cortland grant application for historical preservation (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,675 contract with UA Maintenance for parking lot sealing and striping (Unanimous)
• Appointed Lisa Perfetti as Security Officer for Cortland County (Unanimous)
• Decided to keep the Information Technology Steering Committee in effect indefinitely (Unanimous)
• Approved $426,400 contract with Boland’s Excavating for site work at 22 West Court Street (Unanimous)
• Pulled bid for 37 Church Street shingle roof replacement
• Pulled bid for walk-in cooler and freezer at County Correctional Facility

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health & Human Services Committee is meeting to consider the creation of a full-time Compliance/Privacy Officer position for the Mental Health Department.

• Creation of one full-time Compliance/Privacy Officer position (Management, grade 7, $68,718-91,464/yr)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to authorize a new agreement with CSEA Cortland County Local 812, Unit #6550. The body is also considering salary grade increases for several positions within the Department of Social Services.

• Agreement between County of Cortland and CSEA Cortland County Local 812, Unit #6550 (Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2028)
• Salary grade reallocation for Case Aide (Grade 7 to 8)
• Salary grade reallocation for Senior Case Aide (Grade 9 to 10)
• Salary grade reallocation for Social Welfare Examiner (Grade 10 to 12) and Senior Social Welfare Examiner (Grade 12 to 15)
• Salary grade reallocation for Support Investigator (Grade 10 to 12) and Senior Support Investigator (Grade 12 to 15)

The Government Operations Committee approved a new labor agreement with CSEA Local 812, Unit #6550. The committee also approved salary grade reallocations for seven positions within the Department of Social Services.

• Approved agreement with CSEA Cortland County Local 812, Unit #6550 effective Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2028 (Unanimous)
• Approved salary grade reallocations for Department of Social Services positions effective June 23, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 16, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing a local law to remove real property tax exemptions for new solar, wind, and other renewable energy systems. The body is also deciding on several construction contracts and personnel salary reallocations.

• Local Law 'F' of 2023 to opt out of Real Property Tax Law Section 487 renewable energy exemptions
• Proposed $52,845 budget increase for Treasurer's professional services to pay outside attorneys
• Bid award to Boland’s Excavating for $426,400 for site work at 22 West Court Street
• Contract with Motorola for $181,191.47 to relocate 911 telephone system to 22 West Court Street
• Bid award to UA Maintenance for $36,675 for county parking lot sealing and striping

The committee approved Local Law "F" of 2023 to remove real property tax exemptions for new solar, wind, and other renewable energy systems. They also approved budget increases for legal services and awarded two maintenance contracts.

• Approved Local Law "F" of 2023 to opt out of Real Property Tax Law Section 487 (5-1)
• Approved $52,845 budget increase for professional services to pay outside attorneys (Unanimous)
• Awarded $426,400 site work bid for 22 West Court Street to Boland’s Excavating (Unanimous)
• Awarded $36,675 parking lot sealing and striping bid to UA Maintenance (Unanimous)
• Pulled bid for 37 Church Street shingle roof replacement
• Pulled bid for walk-in cooler and freezer at County Correctional Facility
• Approved minutes from May 16, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing resolutions to create and reallocate probation office positions. The body is also considering a contract with Motorola to upgrade and relocate the 911 telephone system.

• Contract with Motorola for $181,191.47 to relocate 911 telephone system to 22 West Court Street and add one answering position
• Creation of one full-time Probation Assistant position at a cost of up to $69,731
• Reallocation of Alternatives to Incarceration Officer position from Grade 16 to Grade 14
• Discussion regarding a Sheriff's Department position

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved a contract with Motorola to relocate the 911 telephone system and add an answering position. The committee also approved the creation of a Probation Assistant position and a salary grade reallocation for an ATI Officer.

• Approved $181,191.47 Motorola contract for 911 telephone system relocation and one additional answering position (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of one full-time Probation Assistant position at a cost up to $69,731 (Unanimous)
• Approved reallocation of Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) Officer from Grade 16 to Grade 14 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The committee is reviewing resolutions to support local agriculture and food security through the Cortland Harvest program. The body is also considering the rejection of a transit bid to maintain an existing agreement with TransDev.

• Appointment of Trisha Hiemstra to the Central New York Regional Planning and Development Board
• Resolution to support Cortland Harvest and the Cortland Food Project through advertising and local purchasing preferences
• Rejection of a bid from First Transit for the Operation and Management of the Cortland County Public Transportation System
• Authorization of an amended agreement between Cortland County and TransDev

The committee approved an amended agreement with TransDev for the operation of the public transportation system after rejecting a bid from First Transit. Members also voted to support the Cortland Harvest and Cortland County Agriculture initiatives and appointed Trisha Hiemstra to the regional planning board.

• Approved appointment of Trisha Hiemstra to the Central New York Regional Planning and Development Board (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Cortland Harvest and Cortland County Agriculture (5-2)
• Rejected bid from First Transit for public transportation operation and management (Unanimous)
• Authorized amended agreement with TransDev for public transportation system (Unanimous)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing several facility contracts and the status of the IT Steering Committee. The body is proposing to appoint a county security officer and award bids for parking lot maintenance and site renovations.

• Proposed contract with Boland’s Excavating for site work at 22 West Court Street not to exceed $426,400
• Proposed contract with UA Maintenance for parking lot sealing and striping not to exceed $36,675
• Proposal to appoint Lisa Perfetti as Security Officer for Cortland County
• Proposal to keep the Information Technology Steering Committee in effect indefinitely
• Bids for a walk-in cooler/freezer at the County Correctional Facility and roof replacement at 37 Church Street

The Buildings & Grounds Committee approved several infrastructure contracts, including parking lot maintenance and roof replacement. The committee also voted to make the IT Steering Committee permanent and appointed a new Security Officer.

• Approved $426,400 contract with Boland’s Excavating for site work at 22 West Court Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,675 contract with UA Maintenance for parking lot sealing and striping (Unanimous)
• Appointed Lisa Perfetti as Security Officer and made IT Steering Committee permanent (Unanimous)
• Approved bid for walk-in cooler and freezer at County Correctional Facility (Unanimous)
• Approved bid for shingle roof replacement at 37 Church Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized use of Courthouse Park and County parking lots for Main Street Music Series (Unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will meet to discuss the Cortland County Landfill site life and financial assurance. The body will also review a commercial haul route and a grant opportunity for Dwyer Park.

• Cortland County Landfill Site Life and Financial Assurance
• Commercial Haul Route
• Dwyer Park Grant Opportunity
• Highway Activities Report
• Solid Waste Activities Report

The committee approved a voice vote to support a grant application for forest maintenance at Dwyer Park. Discussions regarding the commercial haul route and landfill site life and financial assurance were postponed to August 8, 2023.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved support for Dwyer Park Forest Maintenance Grant application (Unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed Cortland County Landfill Site Life and Financial Assurance discussion to 8/8/2023
• Postponed Commercial Haul Route discussion to 8/8/2023

Legislature

The Legislature is voting on Local Law 'E' of 2023 to provide partial real property tax exemptions for qualified volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. The body is also reviewing several public safety equipment contracts and personnel changes across county departments.

• Local Law 'E' of 2023: Up to 10% real property tax exemption for qualified volunteer fire and ambulance workers
• Contract with Motorola for radio network upgrade to MPLS equipment: $327,625
• Computer and network equipment bids for 911 center: ePlus ($229,472.77) and ComSource ($42,478.90)
• 25-year Memorandum of Understanding with City of Cortland for leachate and sludge disposal
• Endorsement of State legislation to extend the County's mortgage recording tax until December 1, 2025

The Legislature authorized a long-term agreement for the disposal of leachate and sludge. Other actions included allocating funds for Dwyer Park and creating several new positions across county departments.

• Approved 25-year MOU with City of Cortland for leachate and sludge disposal (Unanimous)
• Approved allocating unused Dwyer Park dock funds to the wade pool and future park projects (14-1)
• Created three part-time Wade Pool Attendants at $15.20/hour (Unanimous)
• Increased Airport Reserve by $14,171.33 from 2022 gains (Unanimous)
• Abolished two Case Aide positions and created three Senior Case Aide positions (Unanimous)
• Appointed Carrie Coates Whitmore to the Cayuga/Cortland Workforce Development Board (Unanimous)
• Created one full-time Mental Health Clinician position (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement for Data Support Specialist/Public Health Fellow Coordinator (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from January 26, 2023. The primary item for discussion is regarding asylum seekers.

• Discussion regarding asylum seekers

The committee accepted the minutes from the January 26, 2023 meeting. The board also held a discussion regarding asylum seekers. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Accepted minutes from January 26, 2023 meeting

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is discussing requests to extend the 1% sales tax and the mortgage recording tax until 2025 to avoid fiscal hardship. The body is also reviewing several personnel changes and equipment contracts for county services.

• Request to extend 1% sales and compensating use tax until November 30, 2025
• Request to extend mortgage recording tax until December 1, 2025
• Contract with Motorola for radio network upgrade in the amount of $327,625
• Computer and network equipment bids awarded to ePlus ($229,472.77) and ComSource ($42,478.90)
• Reallocation of remaining American Rescue Plan funding to Cortland County Courthouse restoration

The committee approved a request to extend the additional 1% sales tax and authorized the use of remaining American Rescue Plan funds for courthouse renovations. They also approved several personnel changes and a contract for microenterprise assistance services.

• Approved request to extend 1% sales and compensating use tax until Nov 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Thoma Development Consultants for Microenterprise Assistance Program services (Unanimous)
• Approved amending Resolution No. 133-22 to use remaining American Rescue Plan funds for Cortland County Courthouse restoration (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to give Town of Virgil and Village of Marathon $40,000 each from American Rescue Plan funding (Lack of second)
• Denied motion to loan money to Town of Virgil and Village of Marathon (1-6)
• Approved abolishing part-time Mobility Assistant and creating full-time Mobility Coordinator (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement for Data Support Specialist/Public Health Fellow Coordinator at $36/hour (Unanimous)
• Approved abolishing two Case Aide positions and creating three Senior Case Aide positions (Unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to discuss the endorsement of state legislation to extend the county's mortgage recording tax until December 1, 2025. The body will also review monthly reports from various county offices and discuss the County Compliance Officer.

• Endorsement of Senate Bill No. 6274 and Assembly Bill No. 6590 to extend the mortgage recording tax of $0.25 per $100 of principal debt
• Discussion regarding the County Compliance Officer
• Review of County Clerk, Weights and Measures, County Attorney, and Elections monthly reports

The Government Operations Committee unanimously approved a resolution endorsing state legislation to allow Cortland County to impose an additional mortgage recording tax until December 1, 2025. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting.

• Endorsed State Legislation (Senate Bill No. 6274, Assembly Bill No. 6590) to extend mortgage recording tax until December 1, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2023 committee meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing resolutions to adjust Sheriff's Office staffing and renew a law enforcement agreement. The body is also discussing 911 nurse navigation.

• Intermunicipal Agreement with Schuyler County for police services at Watkins Glen International Racetrack for a five-year term starting July 1, 2023
• Abolition of one full-time County Police Officer position ($27.9318 - $37.0968/hr) and creation of one full-time County Police Sergeant position ($41.9045/hr)
• Creation of two part-time Special Patrol Officers (Security) at $27.93/hour
• Creation of four part-time Special Patrol Officers (School Resource Officers) at $30/hour

The committee approved several personnel additions for the Sheriff's Office and authorized multiple equipment contracts for emergency communications. It also approved a five-year mutual aid agreement with Schuyler County for racetrack security.

• Approved 5-year mutual aid agreement with Schuyler County for Watkins Glen International Racetrack (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of one full-time County Police Sergeant position at $41.9045/hr (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of two part-time Special Patrol Officers (Security) at $27.93/hr and four Special Patrol Officers (SRO) at $30/hr (Unanimous)
• Awarded $229,472.77 bid to ePlus of Rochester and $42,478.90 bid to ComSource of Syracuse for 911 center equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved $327,625 contract with Motorola for radio network upgrade to MPLS equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Agriculture, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee is meeting to discuss staffing changes in the Planning Department. The body is reviewing a resolution to abolish a part-time position and create a full-time role funded largely by a 5311 grant.

• Abolish part-time Mobility Assistant (Grade 9, $18.2559 - $23.1072/hr)
• Create full-time Mobility Coordinator (Grade 17, $23.7382 - $30.0465/hr)
• 5311 grant to cover 90% of Mobility Coordinator expenses
• Soil & Water Conservation District Monthly Report
• Discussion regarding Cortland Harvest

The committee unanimously approved the abolition of a part-time Mobility Assistant position and the creation of a full-time Mobility Coordinator position within the Planning Department. The new role is dependent on grant funding, with a 5311 grant covering 90% of expenses.

• Approved creation of full-time Mobility Coordinator and abolition of part-time Mobility Assistant (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 9, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is meeting to discuss a recommendation to amend Resolution No. 133-22. This change would allocate all unused American Rescue Plan funding to restorations and renovations at the Cortland County Courthouse rather than broadband.

• Recommendation to amend Resolution No. 133-22 regarding American Rescue Plan funding for Cortland County Courthouse renovations
• IT Monthly Report
• Buildings & Grounds Committee Reports and Information

The Buildings & Grounds Committee approved a recommendation to redirect all unused American Rescue Plan funding to courthouse restoration and renovations instead of broadband. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023, meeting.

• Approved recommendation to allocate all unused American Rescue Plan funding to Cortland County Courthouse restoration and renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several personnel changes across the Department of Social Services and the Mental Health Department. The body is also considering a grant-funded agreement for data support services for the Health Department.

• Abolish two Case Aide positions ($17.1917 -21.7603/HR) and create three Senior Case Aide positions ($18.2559 -23.1072/HR)
• Create one full-time Compliance/Privacy Officer position in the Mental Health Department ($68,718-91,464/yr)
• Create one full-time Mental Health Clinician position ($33.0886 -41.8817/hr)
• Authorize agreement for Benjamin Love as Data Support Specialist/Public Health Fellow Coordinator at $36/hour
• Appoint Carrie Coates Whitmore to the Cayuga/Cortland Workforce Development Board

The committee approved the creation of a Mental Health Clinician and three Senior Case Aide positions, while abolishing two Case Aide roles. It also authorized a data support agreement for the Health Department and appointed Carrie Coates Whitmore to the Workforce Development Board.

• Appointed Carrie Coates Whitmore to Cayuga/Cortland Workforce Development Board (Unanimous)
• Abolished two Case Aide positions and created three Senior Case Aide positions (Unanimous)
• Authorized agreement for Data Support Specialist/Public Health Fellow Coordinator at $36/hour (Unanimous)
• Postponed creation of Compliance/Privacy Officer position (4-2)
• Approved creation of one full-time Mental Health Clinician position (Unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee is meeting to consider allocating 2022 gains to the Airport Reserve and amending a previous resolution regarding fund transfers. The committee will also discuss the Wade Pool and remaining funds from the Dwyer Park Dock Project.

• Proposal to increase Airport Reserve (A386300.ARPT) by $14,171.33
• Proposed amendment to Resolution No. 269-17 regarding A5610 account gains
• Discussion on Wade Pool
• Discussion on remaining funds from Dwyer Park Dock Project

The committee approved a long-term Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Cortland for leachate and sludge disposal. Other actions included creating part-time pool attendant positions and allocating airport and park funds.

• Approved 25-year MOU with City of Cortland for leachate and sludge disposal (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of three part-time Wade Pool Attendants at $15.20/hour (Unanimous)
• Approved increasing Airport Reserve by $14,171.33 from 2022 gains (Unanimous)
• Approved allocating unused Dwyer Park dock project funds to the Dwyer Park wade pool (Unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Legislature

The Legislature is considering Local Law “D” of 2023 to redraw 15 legislative districts based on 2020 federal census data. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding real property tax exemptions for volunteer emergency workers.

• Local Law “D” of 2023: Redistricting the County of Cortland into 15 districts
• Local Law “E” of 2023: Real property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance service workers
• Receive and file: 2022 Department of Social Services Annual Report
• Receive and file: Kettlebail Solar and Storage Project/Emeren Notification

The Legislature unanimously adopted Local Law 13 of 2023 to redistrict the county into 15 legislative districts based on 2020 federal census data. The new boundaries will take effect for the November 2023 election. The board also closed a public hearing regarding tax exemptions for volunteer emergency workers.

• Adopted Local Law 13 of 2023 to redistrict the county (Unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Local Law E of 2023 regarding real property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 23, 2023 session (Unanimous)
• Approved receiving and filing the 2022 Department of Social Services Annual Report (Unanimous)
• Approved receiving and filing the Kettlebail Solar and Storage Project/Emeren Notification (Unanimous)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing the distribution of first quarter 2023 sales tax and a request to extend the 1% additional sales tax through 2025. The body is also considering a local law for real property tax exemptions for volunteer emergency service workers and the addition of a new bank depository.

• Authorization of first quarter 2023 sales tax distributions totaling $9,036,853.01 after county deductions
• Proposed extension of the additional 1% sales tax expiration date from November 30, 2023, to November 30, 2025
• Local Law 'E' of 2023 providing a 10% real property tax exemption for qualified volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• Designation of JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a bank depository with a maximum amount of $2,000,000
• Contract not to exceed $200,000 with Bell & Spina Architects for Cortland County Courthouse dome/cupola specifications

The committee approved Local Law "E" of 2023, which provides a 10% real property tax exemption for qualified volunteer emergency service members. Other actions included authorizing first-quarter sales tax distributions and designating a new bank depository.

• Approved Local Law "E" of 2023 providing 10% real property tax exemption for qualified volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers (Unanimous)
• Approved first quarter 2023 sales tax distribution of $9,036,853.01 (Unanimous)
• Approved request for state legislation to extend the additional 1% sales tax through November 30, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved designating JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a bank depository with a maximum amount of $2,000,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is reviewing the disbursement of mortgage tax funds to various towns and villages. The body is also discussing a Home Rule Request to extend the authorization for the county to impose a mortgage recording tax beyond December 1, 2023.

• Mortgage Tax Disbursement totaling $283,367.39 for the period October 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
• Home Rule Request to amend Tax Law to extend mortgage recording tax authorization
• Discussion of July Legislative Recess

The Government Operations Committee approved the disbursement of mortgage tax funds to various towns and villages. The committee also requested state legislation to extend the mortgage recording tax and voted to cancel all legislative meetings in July 2023.

• Approved $283,367.39 Mortgage Tax Disbursement for Oct 1, 2022 - Mar 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Home Rule Request to extend authorization for Mortgage Recording Tax (Unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of all legislative meetings for July 2023 (4-1)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for the Sheriff's Office and Public Defender's Office. The body is also processing multiple state grants for emergency response and communications.

• Proposed $5,000,000 NYS SICG Targeted Grant for technical equipment
• Proposed $26,668 budget increase for parking lot surveillance at 54 Greenbush St.
• Proposed $19,404.70 use of reserve funds for a Sheriff Road Patrol vehicle lease payoff
• Proposal to replace one part-time Investigator with one full-time Investigator in the Public Defender’s Office
• Proposed acceptance of NYS grants for Domestic Terrorism Prevention ($172,413), Homeland Security ($51,215), and Emergency Management Performance ($21,478)

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved a $5 million state grant for interoperable communications and several smaller emergency response grants. The committee also authorized budget amendments for sheriff's office surveillance and vehicle costs, and transitioned a Public Defender's investigator role from part-time to full-time.

• Approved $5,000,000 NYS SICG Targeted Grant for technical equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved $172,413 NYS Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $51,215 NYS Homeland Security Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $21,478 Emergency Management Performance Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,668 budget increase for parking lot surveillance at 54 Greenbush St. (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,404.70 from vehicle reserve for a Sheriff Road Patrol vehicle lease payoff (Unanimous)
• Approved abolishing one part-time Investigator and creating one full-time Investigator for the Public Defender's Office (Unanimous)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is discussing the use of the County Office Building gymnasium and updates on 22 West Court Street. The body is reviewing a resolution to hire Bell & Spina Architects to create specifications for the Cortland County Courthouse dome and cupola rehabilitation.

• Proposed agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for Courthouse dome/cupola specifications
• Discussion of $2,396,000 DASNY grant for Courthouse restoration
• Proposed use of County property for 2023 Pumpkinfest
• Discussion of Courthouse project funding and 22 West Court Street update
• Review of Cortland County Employee Info Security Policy

The Buildings & Grounds Committee authorized a contract with Bell & Spina Architects to create engineering specifications for the Cortland County Courthouse dome and cupola rehabilitation. The committee also approved the use of county property for the 2023 Pumpkinfest.

• Approved contract with Bell & Spina Architects for Courthouse dome/cupola specifications, not to exceed $200,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved use of County property for 2023 Pumpkinfest (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 7, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Highway Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to roll over $1,307,353.43 in CHIPS and Pave Our Potholes funding from 2022 into the 2023 budget. The body is also reviewing requests for event use of Dwyer Park and discussing landfill and forestry reports.

• Proposed budget increase of $1,007,353.43 for Construction Expenses
• Proposed budget increase of $300,000.00 for Equipment
• Request to use Dwyer Park for Bluegrass Ramble on August 6, 2023
• Request to use Dwyer Park for Seven Valley Street Rod Club Car Show on September 17, 2023
• Authorization for Independence Day Celebration at Dwyer Memorial Park

The committee approved rolling over $1,307,353.43 in CHIPS and Pave Our Potholes funding from 2022 to the 2023 budget. Three event requests for Dwyer Memorial Park were approved. A motion to abolish flow control failed due to a lack of a second.

• Approved rolling over $1,307,353.43 in CHIPS and POP funding to 2023 budget (Unanimous)
• Approved use of Dwyer Park for Bluegrass Ramble on August 6, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Seven Valley Street Rod Club car show at Dwyer Park on September 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Independence Day Celebration at Dwyer Memorial Park on July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Motion to abolish flow control failed (No second)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is deciding on the allocation of state opioid settlement funds and grant funding for the Health Department. The body is also proposing several personnel changes, including the creation and abolition of positions across the Mental Health and Social Services departments.

• Allocation of $313,890 in Opioid Settlement Funds to providers including Family Counseling Services of Cortland, CARS, and Alcohol & Drug Council of Tompkins
• Acceptance of a $563,411 grant from HRI/NYSDOH to create a full-time Public Health Technician position and update equipment
• Creation of a part-time Peer Specialist position in the Mental Health Department ($18.2559 - $23.1072/hr)
• Reclassification of three Mental Health Department positions from Account Clerks to Medical Billing Clerks
• Appointment of members to the Community Services Board and its subcommittees for terms ending December 31, 2026

The committee unanimously approved the acceptance of $313,890 in opioid settlement funds and $112,682 in annual grant funding for public health infrastructure. Several personnel actions were approved, including the creation of new specialist and technician roles and the restructuring of clerical and investigator positions.

• Approved $313,890 in Opioid Settlement Funds for the Mental Health Department (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of one part-time Peer Specialist position (Unanimous)
• Abolished one Senior Account Clerk and two Principal Account Clerks; created one Senior Medical Billing Clerk and two Principal Medical Billing Clerks (Unanimous)
• Appointed members to the Community Services Board and three subcommittees (Unanimous)
• Abolished one Senior Social Welfare Examiner and one Support Investigator; created one Senior Support Investigator and one Social Welfare Examiner Trainee (Unanimous)
• Approved $112,682 annual grant and creation of one full-time Public Health Technician position (Unanimous)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is conducting public hearings on redistricting and laws regarding election commissioner salaries and attorney residency. The body is also considering several contracts for courthouse repairs, landfill gas systems, and health services.

• Public hearing on Local Law “D” of 2023 regarding county redistricting
• Proposed contract not to exceed $200,000 with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse rehabilitation
• Proposed amendment to increase landfill gas collection system funding to $2,215,000
• Proposed $10,000 budget amendment for outside counsel (Hodgson Russ LLP) regarding solar PILOT laws
• Creation of an Age Well Center Manager and Food Service Helper position

The Legislature adopted local laws regarding election commissioner salaries and residency exceptions for assistant county attorneys. It also approved several personnel appointments, including a new Director of Planning, and authorized multiple service contracts for the courthouse and landfill.

• Adopted Local Law 5 of 2023 increasing Election Commissioner annual salary to $55,315 [Unanimous]
• Adopted Local Law 4 of 2023 allowing Assistant County Attorneys to be hired from contiguous counties [Unanimous]
• Approved $200,000 contract with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse rehabilitation [Unanimous]
• Amended landfill gas collection system budget to not exceed $2,215,000 [Unanimous]
• Appointed Trisha Hiemstra as Director of Planning at $100,948 annually (16-1)
• Authorized $10,000 for outside counsel from Hodgson Russ LLP (15-2)
• Awarded county-wide office supplies contract to Hummel’s Office Plus [Unanimous]
• Endorsed state legislation to permit a tax on the transfer of real property (16-1)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Agriculture, Planning and Environmental Committee is meeting to review the appointment of a new Director of Planning. The resolution includes a recommendation from the County Administrator and interview committee.

• Appointment of Director of Planning (salary and name not specified in agenda)

The Agriculture, Planning and Environmental Committee met to discuss the appointment of a Director of Planning. Following an executive session, the committee approved the recommendation for the appointment.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss appointment (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to appoint Director of Planning (Unanimous)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing a request for state legislation to allow a local property transfer tax. The body is also deciding on several service contracts, including courthouse rehabilitation and office supplies.

• Proposed property transfer tax of $1.00 for every $500 of consideration
• Contract not to exceed $200,000 with Bell & Spina Architects for Courthouse column and entrance repairs
• Award of county-wide office supplies contract to Hummel’s Office Plus
• Budget amendment of $10,000 for outside counsel from Hodgson Russ LLP
• Acceptance of $17,580 in Sports Opportunity Funding for the Youth Bureau

The Finance and Administration Committee approved a contract for county-wide office supplies and increased the budget for a landfill gas collection system to $2.215 million. The committee also adopted a local law increasing Election Commissioners' salaries and endorsed state legislation for a real property transfer tax.

• Awarded county-wide office supplies contract to Hummel’s Office Plus (Unanimous)
• Increased budget for landfill gas collection and flaring system to $2.215M (Unanimous)
• Adopted Local Law 'B' increasing Election Commissioners' annual salary to $55,315 (Unanimous)
• Endorsed state legislation (A1261, S3603) to permit a real property transfer tax (Unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Authorized $10,000 for outside counsel from Hodgson Russ LLP (Unanimous)
• Rescinded Legislative Mileage Policy to align with general employee travel policy (Unanimous)
• Created several new positions including Age Well Center Manager and Crime Victim Advocate (Unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is considering changes to Election Commissioner positions and salaries. The body is also reviewing residency requirements for Assistant County Attorneys and travel policies for Legislators.

• Proposal to increase Election Commissioner annual salaries from $34,552.37 to $55,315
• Proposal to abolish two part-time Election Commissioner positions and create two full-time positions
• Local Law 'C' to allow hiring Assistant County Attorneys from contiguous counties if local candidates are unavailable
• Authorization of $10,000 for outside counsel (Hodgson Russ LLP) regarding solar energy PILOT agreements
• Appointment of Michelle S. Brown as Republican Election Commissioner through December 31, 2023

The committee approved increasing Election Commissioner salaries from $34,552.37 to $55,315 and converting two part-time positions to full-time. Other key actions included appointing a new Republican Election Commissioner and modifying residency requirements for Assistant County Attorneys.

• Approved Local Law 'B' to increase Election Commissioner salaries to $55,315 (5-1)
• Approved abolishing two part-time and creating two full-time Election Commissioner positions (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Michelle S. Brown as Republican Election Commissioner (Unanimous)
• Approved Local Law 'C' allowing Assistant County Attorneys to reside in contiguous counties (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 budget amendment for outside counsel Hodgson Russ LLP (Unanimous)
• Approved rescinding Resolution No. 14-23 regarding Legislative Mileage Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Pulled Updates to Authorization to Travel Policy

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is meeting to discuss changing the location of its March 23, 2023, session. The proposed move is due to a scheduled elevator outage at the Cortland County Office Building.

• Proposed relocation of March 23 session to Tompkins Cortland Community College Extension Center at 157 Main Street

The Legislature unanimously approved Resolution No. 38-23 to change the meeting location for the March 23, 2023 session and committee meetings after March 13, 2023. This change was made because the elevator at the Cortland County Office Building is scheduled to be out of commission.

• Approved Resolution No. 38-23 to move March 23 session and post-March 13 committee meetings to Tompkins Cortland Community College Extension Center (Unanimous)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The committee is reviewing a budget amendment to hire Hodgson Russ LLP for expertise on solar energy PILOT agreements. The body is also considering a contract with the Cortland County Soil & Water Conservation District to administer the Little York Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District.

• Proposed $10,000 budget increase for professional services to hire Hodgson Russ LLP
• Proposed agreement with Cortland County Soil & Water Conservation District for the Little York Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District
• Discussion on options for amending Solar Local Law
• Review of recommended changes to the Rules of Order

The committee approved funding for legal services to assist with solar energy PILOT agreements and authorized a contract with the Soil & Water Conservation District. Members also approved changes to the committee's name and rules of order.

• Approved $10,000 budget amendment for Hodgson Russ LLP legal services [Unanimous]
• Approved agreement with Cortland County Soil & Water Conservation District [Unanimous]
• Approved renaming to 'Agriculture, Planning, Environment and Economic Development Committee' (5-0)
• Approved changes to the Rules of Order (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Feb 2 and Feb 9, 2023 meetings [Unanimous]

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider resolutions regarding personnel changes. The body is reviewing the creation of a full-time cook position and a part-time victim advocate role.

• Abolish one Cook position (32 hrs/week) and create one Cook position (40 hrs/week) for the Sheriff's Office at $17.4089 - $23.1381/hr
• Create one part-time Crime Victim Advocate position for the Office of the District Attorney at $18.2559 - $23.1072/hr

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee approved the creation of a full-time cook position for the Sheriff's Office and a part-time Crime Victim Advocate for the District Attorney. The committee also discussed ongoing ambulance service issues in Cortland County and the state.

• Approved abolishing one 32-hour Cook position and creating one 40-hour Cook position for the Sheriff's Office (Unanimous)
• Approved creating one part-time Crime Victim Advocate position for the Office of the District Attorney (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing agreements for rabies programs and STD diagnosis and treatment. Members are also considering the acceptance of youth sports funding and the creation or abolition of several department positions.

• Agreement for Rabies Program with costs ranging from $125.00 to $400.00 per service
• Agreement for diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) effective April 1, 2023
• Acceptance of $17,580 in Sports Opportunity Funding for the Youth Bureau
• Abolition of one Social Services Attorney position and creation of one Associate Social Services Attorney/Social Services Attorney position
• Creation of one full-time Age Well Center Manager and one part-time Food Service Helper position

The committee approved agreements for rabies programs and STD diagnosis and treatment. It also authorized the creation of several new positions in the Area Agency on Aging and the Department of Social Services, and accepted $17,580 in youth sports funding.

• Approved agreement for Rabies Program (unanimous)
• Approved agreement for STD diagnosis and treatment (unanimous)
• Accepted $17,580 in Sports Opportunity Funding for Youth Bureau (unanimous)
• Abolished one Social Services Attorney position and created one Associate Social Services Attorney/Social Services Attorney position (unanimous)
• Created full-time Age Well Center Manager and part-time Food Service Helper positions (unanimous)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will review monthly activity reports for the Highway and Solid Waste departments. Members will discuss the feasibility of a leachate pipeline and the financial assurance and site life of the Cortland County Landfill.

• Leachate Pipeline Feasibility discussion
• Cortland County Landfill Site Life and Financial Assurance discussion
• City of Cortland Vermicomposting discussion
• Highway Department Activities Report
• Solid Waste Activities Report

The committee approved an amended resolution to increase the budget for a landfill gas collection and control system to $2,215,000. It also authorized a long-term agreement with the City of Cortland to host a vermicomposting site at the county landfill at no cost to the county.

• Approved amended Resolution No. 114-22 to increase landfill gas system budget to $2,215,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved long-term agreement for City of Cortland vermicomposting at county landfill at no cost to county (Unanimous)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The committee will meet to review updates regarding 22 West Court Street and the elevator at the County Office Building. The session includes the review of monthly reports from IT and the Buildings & Grounds department.

• Update on 22 West Court Street
• Discussion of elevator at the County Office Building
• IT Monthly Report
• Buildings & Grounds Departmental Activities and Timelines

The Buildings & Grounds Committee approved a contract with Bell & Spina Architects to create engineering specifications for the Cortland County Courthouse columns and entrances. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 7, 2023, meeting.

• Approved contract not to exceed $200,000 with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse column and entrance rehabilitation specs (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Legislature

The Cortland County Legislature is deciding on several infrastructure projects for the County Courthouse and funding for emergency housing and mental health services. The body is also reviewing various board appointments and a landfill amnesty credit for municipalities.

• Amending contract with KONE, Inc. for courthouse elevator replacement to not exceed $265,000
• Agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations not to exceed $109,150
• Provision of $2,700 landfill amnesty credits per municipality for non-garbage waste
• Authorization of $267,250 in Community Impact Dollars for the HEALing Community Study
• Authorization of $50,000 for Code Blue behavioral health and security services

The Legislature authorized an agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations to accommodate the City Court move. It also approved the distribution of fourth quarter 2022 sales tax and several board appointments. Additionally, the body passed resolutions advocating for changes to state emergency housing and mental health admission requirements.

• Approved $109,150 agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations (Unanimous)
• Authorized $265,000 contract with KONE, Inc. for courthouse elevator replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved distribution of $9,704,239.67 in Q4 2022 sales tax (15-1)
• Approved reallocation of Director of Planning salary from Grade 5 to Grade 3 (12-4)
• Abolished one Senior Caseworker position and created one Case Supervisor Grade B (Unanimous)
• Authorized $2,700 landfill amnesty credit for each municipality for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $262,813 in Community Impact Dollars for HEALing Community Study (Unanimous)
• Authorized $175 monthly contract with TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions (Unanimous)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing the distribution of sales tax revenues to local municipalities and the county. The body is also considering several contracts for courthouse renovations and emergency behavioral health services.

• Distribution of $9,704,239.67 in fourth quarter 2022 sales tax to municipalities
• Agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations not to exceed $109,150.00
• Amended contract with KONE, Inc. for courthouse elevator replacement up to $265,000
• Code Blue behavioral health and security service agreements totaling $50,000
• Reallocation of Director of Planning salary from Grade 5 to Grade 3

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several contracts for courthouse improvements, including architectural services and elevator replacement. The committee also authorized the distribution of fourth quarter 2022 sales tax and approved funding for behavioral health and security services for emergency shelters.

• Approved distribution of Fourth Quarter 2022 Sales Tax (Unanimous)
• Approved $109,150 contract with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved amending courthouse elevator contract with KONE, Inc. to $265,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 for Code Blue behavioral health and security services (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,516.15 budget carryover for Nutrition Services grant funding (Unanimous)
• Approved use of $267,250 in Community Impact Dollars for HEALing Community Study (Unanimous)
• Approved reallocating Director of Planning salary from Grade 5 to Grade 3 (Unanimous)
• Tabled municipal use of American Rescue Plan funding

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee is reviewing a proposal to authorize a professional services agreement for the Public Defender's Office. The body is also discussing the 2022 Coroners Annual Report and the creation of a part-time Victim Advocate position for the District Attorney.

• Proposed agreement with TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions for $175.00 per month
• Discussion of the Cortland County Coroners Annual Report 2022
• Proposed creation of a part-time Victim Advocate position for the District Attorney

The committee approved a professional services agreement for the Public Defender's Office to use TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions for background checks and people finder services. The service will cost $175 per month and be funded by a New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services grant.

• Approved agreement with TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions for Public Defender ($175/month) [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting [UNANIMOUS]

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Agriculture, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee is meeting to appoint a member to the Transportation Advisory Committee and reallocate the salary grade for the Director of Planning. The body will also receive monthly reports and discuss regional planning board appointments.

• Appointment of Darese Doskal (TC3 Representative) to the Transportation Advisory Committee through December 31, 2025
• Proposed reallocation of Director of Planning salary from Grade 5 ($79,412 - $105,698) to Grade 3 ($91,771 - $122,148)
• Discussion of appointments to the Central New York Regional Planning and Development Board
• Discussion of the committee's name, mission, and statutory oversight
• Review of monthly reports from SPCA, Mobility Management, and Soil & Water Conservation District

The committee approved several service agreements, including funding for the Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board. Members also passed a resolution urging the Governor to expand broadband coverage and appointed three members to the Soil and Water Conservation District Board.

• Approved $253,420 agreement for Cornell Cooperative Extension (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 agreement with Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board (Unanimous)
• Approved capital equipment lease agreement with First Transit, Inc. for county buses (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution urging Governor Cuomo to expand true broadband coverage (Unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Wilson, Kevin Fitch, and Eugene Wright to Soil and Water Conservation District Board (Unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from Oct 9 2014, Apr 14 2016, May 8 2019, Nov 5 2020, and Feb 2 2021 (Unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on Medicare Advantage from Assured Partners. Members will discuss Walmart mail order prescriptions, the 2022 Weights and Measures Annual Report, and personnel change forms.

• Presentation from Anthony Brothers of Assured Partners on Medicare Advantage
• Discussion of Walmart Mail Order Prescriptions
• Review of Weights and Measures Annual Report 2022
• Discussion of Form for Personnel Changes
• Review of January 2023 Vacancy Report

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 12, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of presentations and the review of monthly reports and discussion items; no new resolutions were decided.

• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee is meeting to approve appointments to the Dwyer Memorial Park Advisory Board. The body is also proposing a 2023 landfill amnesty credit for municipalities to dispose of non-garbage waste.

• Appointment of Linda Jones, Larry Jones, Judah Currie, Daron Foster, Kaidon Foster, and Mike Thayer to the Dwyer Memorial Park Advisory Board
• Proposed $2,700.00 credit per municipality for 2023 for non-garbage waste disposal at the Cortland County Landfill
• Exclusion of tires from the landfill amnesty credit

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is deciding on personnel changes for the Department of Social Services and authorizing several health-related agreements. The meeting also includes the allocation of community impact funds for a mental health study and budget amendments for nutrition services.

• Abolish one Senior Caseworker position ($26.41-$33.43/hr) and create one Case Supervisor Grade B ($28.42-$35.98/hr)
• Authorize use of $267,250 in Community Impact Dollars for the Columbia HEALing Community Study
• Amend 2023 budget to carry over $1,516.15 in Nutrition Services grant funding for the Area Agency on Aging
• Authorize no-cost agreement with Blooming Health, Inc. for a digital platform to reduce social isolation in older adults
• Authorize data sharing agreements for the Electronic Syndromic Surveillance System (ESSS) at no cost to the County

The committee approved several resolutions to address a local homeless crisis and mental health bottlenecks. They also authorized funding for Code Blue emergency shelter services and updated personnel and board appointments.

• Approved resolution urging NY State to fund emergency residential options and remove the 14-day hospital referral requirement for State Psychiatric Centers (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 for Code Blue behavioral health and security services at emergency shelters (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution calling on NY State to continue passing through federal ACA Medicaid funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $267,250 in Community Impact Dollars for the HEALing Community Study (4-3)
• Approved abolishing one Senior Caseworker position to create one Case Supervisor Grade B (Unanimous)
• Approved no-cost pilot agreement with Blooming Health, Inc. for older adult engagement (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,516.15 budget carryover for Nutrition Services grant funding (Unanimous)
• Appointed Michelle Spadacino and Kansas Underwood to the Workforce Development Board (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing agreements for courthouse renovations and elevator replacement. The body is also proposing to make the Information Technology Steering Committee permanent and appoint a county Security Officer.

• Proposed agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations not to exceed $109,150.00
• Proposed contract amendment for KONE, Inc. to increase courthouse elevator replacement cost to $265,000
• Proposal to establish the Information Technology Steering Committee indefinitely
• Proposed appointment of Lisa Perfetti as Security Officer for Cortland County
• Discussion items regarding Miller Street and 22 West Court Street

The Buildings & Grounds Committee approved an agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations and amended a contract for elevator replacement. A proposal to establish an IT Steering Committee was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved agreement with Bell & Spina Architects for courthouse renovations not to exceed $109,150.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 196-22 to increase KONE, Inc. courthouse elevator replacement contract to $265,000 (Unanimous)
• Pulled resolution to establish Cortland County Information Technology Steering Committee
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment committee is meeting to discuss changes to its own name, focus, and oversight. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on updating the Committee's Name, Focus and Oversight

The committee held a discussion regarding the updating of the committee's name, focus, and oversight. The record lists examples of committee names and oversight statements from other counties for comparison.

• Completed discussion on updating the Committee's Name, Focus and Oversight

Legislature

The Legislature is deciding on several construction contracts for the Department of Emergency Response & Communications facility at 22 West Court Street. The body is also considering the repeal of a 2023 property tax cap override and various board appointments.

• Contracts for 22 West Court Street: McGinnis Nelson ($571,500), Slavic and Company ($496,000 HVAC and $73,000 Plumbing), and Matco Electric ($167,820)
• Construction management contract for 22 West Court Street with Construction Associates, LLC not to exceed $70,000
• Local Law 'A' of 2023 to repeal Local Law 8 of 2022 regarding the 2023 property tax cap override
• Authorization of up to $22,000 for restoration of the World War I Memorial in Courthouse Park
• Acceptance of a $250,000 grant extension for the NYS Public Health Corps Fellowship Program

The Cortland County Legislature awarded multiple construction contracts for the 22 West Court Street renovations and approved a settlement agreement regarding the opioid crisis. The board also updated the legislative mileage reimbursement policy and appointed several board members.

• Approved $571,500 general contractor bid for 22 West Court Street to McGinnis Nelson Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved $496,000 HVAC and $73,000 plumbing bids for 22 West Court Street to Slavic and Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $167,820 electrical bid for 22 West Court Street to Matco Electric (Unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 construction management contract for 22 West Court Street to Construction Associates, LLC (Unanimous)
• Adopted Local Law 3 of 2023 to repeal the 2023 property tax cap override (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with Teva regarding the opioid crisis (Unanimous)
• Amended Legislative Mileage Reimbursement Policy to base reimbursement on IRS standards (10-7)
• Appointed Dr. Pearl Reed-Klein as Director of the Area Agency on Aging at $83,149 annually (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review and approve minutes from May 19, 2022. The body will also discuss legislative committee procedures and goals.

• Approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Legislative Committee Procedures and Goals

The Committee of the Whole met to approve minutes from a previous session and discuss legislative procedures. No new laws or budget items were decided during the meeting.

• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes from May 19, 2022 (Unanimous)

Judiciary & Public Safety Committee

The Judiciary & Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding 22 West Court Street and District Attorney personnel. The body will also review monthly reports from the DOERC, District Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, and Assigned Counsel, as well as the 2022 County Coroner death report.

• Update on 22 West Court Street
• Discussion on District Attorney personnel
• Review of 2022 Death Report from County Coroner
• Review of DOERC January 2023 report

The committee approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022, meeting. No new resolutions were passed; the session consisted of updates on the 22 West Court Street project, District Attorney personnel needs, and the review of monthly reports.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing several high-value construction contracts for the Department of Emergency Response & Communications facility. The body is also considering changes to credit card service providers and real property tax error authority.

• Proposed contracts for 22 West Court Street: McGinnis Nelson ($571,500), Slavic and Company ($496,000 HVAC / $73,000 Plumbing), and Matco Electric ($167,820)
• Proposed $70,000 contract with Construction Associates, LLC for construction management at 22 West Court Street
• Proposal to terminate GovPayNet credit card services and authorize an agreement with Municipal Services Bureau (MSB)
• Delegation of authority to the Manager of Audit and Financial Projects to approve real property tax errors and omissions under $2,500 through December 31, 2023
• Proposed five-year sprinkler system contract with Petcosky Fire Protection with 2023 inspection cost of $2,115

The committee approved multiple construction and professional service contracts for the 22 West Court Street renovations. Other key actions included a new credit card services agreement and budget amendments for the Health Department and Real Property Tax Services.

• Approved $571,500 general contractor bid for 22 West Court Street (unanimous)
• Approved $496,000 HVAC and $73,000 plumbing contracts to Slavic and Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $167,820 electrical contract to Matco Electric (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 construction management contract to Construction Associates, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved termination of GovPayNet and new credit card services agreement with MSB (unanimous)
• Approved $22,000 for World War I Memorial restoration in Courthouse Park (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 budget increase for Public Health Fellow positions (unanimous)
• Denied reallocation of Director of Planning salary grade from Grade 5 to Grade 3 (3-4)

Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment

The Ag, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee is meeting to appoint members to the Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors and reallocate the Director of Planning's salary grade. The body will also discuss Planning Board vacancies and potential amendments to the Solar Local Law.

• Reallocation of Director of Planning from Grade 5 ($79,412-105,698) to Grade 3 ($91,771-122,148)
• Appointments to Soil and Water Conservation District Board: Linda Jones, Beau Harbin, and James Murphy
• Proposed change to committee name/responsibility to include Economic Development
• Discussion of options for amending Solar Local Law
• Discussion of Planning Board vacancies

The Agriculture, Planning, and Environmental Committee approved the minutes from the December 7, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed monthly reports from the Soil & Water Conservation District, Cooperative Extension, and Planning Department. The committee also held an executive session to discuss personnel and contract matters.

• Approved Dec 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The committee will review monthly reports from the County Attorney and Weights and Measures offices. Members will also discuss the Legislative Mileage Policy and review vacancy reports for January 2023.

• Legislative Mileage Policy discussion
• County Attorney Office Monthly Report
• Weights and Measures Monthly Report
• January 2023 Vacancy Report
• 2022 EOY FOIL Report

The Government Operations Committee unanimously approved an amendment to Resolution No. 258-15. The change removes a strict $1,200 annual cap on mileage reimbursement for Legislators, basing reimbursement instead on the most recent IRS standards.

• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 258-15 Legislative Mileage Reimbursement Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 3, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is considering resolutions to accept state funding for youth services and extend public health fellowship positions. The body is also proposing the creation of an Opioid Settlement Fund Subcommittee and appointing members to the Older Americans Act Advisory Council.

• Acceptance of $68,686 from NYS Office of Children and Family Services for the Youth Bureau
• Extension of four Public Health Fellow and one Coordinator position through 6/30/24 with $250,000 in funding
• Establishment of the Cortland County Opioid Settlement Fund Subcommittee
• Appointment of 16 members to the Older Americans Act Advisory Council
• Appointment of a new Director of the Area Agency on Aging

The committee approved the creation of a subcommittee to recommend the use of opioid settlement funds. Other actions included accepting youth bureau funding and extending public health fellow positions.

• Established Cortland County Opioid Settlement Fund Subcommittee (Unanimous)
• Approved $68,686 in Resource Allocation Plan Funding from NYS Office of Children and Family Services (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of four Public Health Fellow and one Coordinator position to 6/30/24 (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 budget amendment for Public Health Corps Fellowship Program (Unanimous)
• Appointed 16 members to the Older Americans Act Advisory Council (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Director of Area Agency on Aging (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

Building & Grounds Committee

The Buildings & Grounds Committee is recommending several contracts for the renovation of 22 West Court Street to be used as the Department of Emergency Response & Communications facility. The body is also proposing a contract for sprinkler system maintenance and discussing the WWI Memorial.

• Proposed general contractor McGinnis Nelson Construction for 22 West Court Street: $571,500
• Proposed HVAC contractor Slavic and Company, Inc. for 22 West Court Street: $496,000
• Proposed electrical contractor Matco Electric for 22 West Court Street: $167,820
• Proposed plumbing contractor Slavic and Company, Inc. for 22 West Court Street: $73,000
• Proposed sprinkler system contract with Petcosky Fire Protection: $2,115 annually (2023-2027)

The committee approved several construction and professional service contracts for the Department of Emergency Response & Communications facility at 22 West Court Street. Additional actions included authorizing funds for the WWI Memorial restoration and awarding a sprinkler system maintenance contract.

• Approved $22,000 for restoration and improvements to the World War I Memorial in Courthouse Park (Unanimous)
• Awarded sprinkler system testing, certification, and repair contract to Petcosky Fire Protection (Unanimous)
• Awarded $571,500 general contractor contract for 22 West Court Street to McGinnis Nelson Construction (Unanimous)
• Awarded $167,820 electrical contractor contract for 22 West Court Street to Matco Electric (Unanimous)
• Awarded $496,000 HVAC contractor contract for 22 West Court Street to Slavic and Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded $73,000 plumbing contractor contract for 22 West Court Street to Slavic and Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 contract for construction management at 22 West Court Street with Construction Associates, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Dec 22, 2022 special meeting minutes (Unanimous)