Madison County public meetings in 2024
89 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Proposed Local Law No. 7 of 2024 to rescind a previous tax cap levy override. Members will also vote on various contracts for infrastructure, health services, and budget modifications for 2024 and 2025.
- Public hearing on Proposed Local Law No. 7 of 2024 to rescind Local Law No. 4 of 2024
- Contract with Slate Hill Constructors Inc. for Solsville Road Bridge rehabilitation
- Contract extension with LeChase for Delphi Falls County Park construction
- Agreement with Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. for Solsville Rd Bridge construction inspection
- Levying unpaid water, sewer, light, demolition and maintenance fees onto 2025 tax bills
The Madison County Board of Supervisors adopted Local Law No. 7 of 2024, rescinding the previous tax levy limit override, after a public hearing with no speakers. The board also approved numerous resolutions, including designating newspapers for 2025, appointing a budget officer, and authorizing contracts for legislative consulting, broadband, and bridge rehabilitation. All resolutions were adopted unanimously with a weighted vote of 1,500 ayes and 0 nays.
- Adopted Local Law No. 7 rescinding tax levy limit override (unanimous)
- Designated Oneida Daily Dispatch and Rome Sentinel as official newspapers for 2025 (unanimous)
- Appointed Cindy J. Edick as Budget Officer with $20,000 stipend (unanimous)
- Authorized $120,000 contract with Park Strategies for legislative consulting (unanimous)
- Authorized $1,608,916.75 contract with Slate Hill Constructors for Solsville Road Bridge rehab (unanimous)
- Authorized $236,400 extension with ECC Technologies for broadband ReConnect project (unanimous)
- Authorized $78,544.64 in grants to taxing districts from Oneida Indian Nation payment (unanimous)
- Approved $9,571.81/year taser agreement with Axon Enterprise for 5 years (unanimous)
General
The committee is meeting to conduct an executive session. Discussions are limited to litigation, personnel, and salary matters.
- Executive session regarding litigation, personnel, and salary matters
The Government Operations Committee approved a resolution to create a full-time Motor Vehicle Representative position in the County Clerk's Office, funded within the existing budget. The position will be eliminated once the currently encumbered vacant position is freed. The committee also held an executive session on litigation, personnel, and real property matters before adjourning.
- Approved resolution to create full-time Motor Vehicle Representative position in County Clerk's Office (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2025, set appropriations, and approve tax apportionments. A public hearing will be held on an Empire State Development Grant for the Restore NY Canalside Pocket Neighborhood. Several resolutions will authorize the Chairman to enter agreements with private firms and modify portions of the 2024 budget for grant programs.
- Public hearing on Empire State Development Grant – Restore NY Canalside Pocket Neighborhood
- Authorize Chairman to enter agreement with Presentation Concepts Corporation
- Authorize modification of 2024 adopted budget for ARPA grant program
- Authorize Chairman to award Bid 24-48 and contract with Upstate Temperature Control, Inc.
- Adopt Madison County budget for Fiscal Year 2025
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety and Emergency Communications Committee will consider authorizing its chairman to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Madison County Council on Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Inc. (Bridges). The meeting will also approve the minutes from the October 23, 2024 session. Department updates will be presented from the District Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, Probation, and Emergency Management.
- Approve minutes of 10/23/24 meeting
- Authorize chairman to execute MOU with Madison County Council on Alcoholism & Substance Abuse, Inc. (Bridges)
- Department update from District Attorney
- Department update from Sheriff’s Office
- Department updates from Probation and Emergency Management
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will meet to appoint election and budget officials. Members will discuss IT equipment purchasing for towns and villages and vote on several personnel and salary resolutions.
- Agreement with WellNow Urgent Care
- 2025 salaries for managerial/confidential employees
- Reappointment of two Election Commissioners
- Appointment of Budget Officer and Deputy Budget Officer
- Renewal of on-call system stipends for certain county managers
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings & Grounds Committee will approve the minutes from its October 23 meeting. It will consider extending the conventional municipal snow and ice agreement with the New York State Department of Transportation for plowing and sanding state roads from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2029. The committee will discuss the impacts of electrifying department vehicles under the Advanced Clean Truck Rule and will consider several facility and maintenance contracts.
- Authorize extending the Conventional Municipal Snow and Ice Agreement with NYSDOT for plowing and sanding of state roads July 1 2024 – June 30 2029
- Discuss impacts of efforts to electrify Highway Department vehicles by adopting the Advanced Clean Truck Rule
- Authorize the Chairman to enter into an agreement with Schindler Elevator Corporation
- Authorize the Chairman to enter into an agreement with King & King Architects
- Authorize the Chairman to award Bid 24‑48 and enter into an agreement with Upstate Temperature Control, Inc.
Board of Supervisors
The Madison County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three items: a proposed Local Law No. 6 of 2024 to authorize the conveyance of real property, the Clockville Water District 2025 budget, and the county's 2025 budget. The board will also consider a $20,000 funding request for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and a five‑year extension of the snow and ice plowing agreement with the New York State Department of Transportation.
- Public hearing on Proposed Local Law No. 6 of 2024 – authorizing conveyance of real property
- Public hearing on Proposed Clockville Water District 2025 Budget
- Public hearing on Proposed County Budget 2025
- Authorizing $20,000 funding for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library through the Mid‑York Library System
- Authorizing extension of the conventional municipal snow and ice agreement with NYS DOT from July 1 2024 through June 30 2029
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee will meet on November 18, 2024. It will approve the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting and review updates on bidding, contracts under $20,000, the landfill farm lease, and the punch card program. The committee may also hold an executive session and consider any resolutions or other business.
- Approve October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Bidding updates
- Contracts under $20,000 updates
- Landfill farm lease discussion
- Punch card program update
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will consider revising the Madison County Fund Balance Policy and authorize the Chairman to enter into agreements with ClearGov and Systems East Inc. The agenda includes multiple resolutions to modify the 2024 and 2025 county budgets, correct sewer charges, and authorize the reauthorization of the Local 1 Percent Sales and Compensating Use Tax.
- Revision of Madison County Fund Balance Policy
- Agreement with ClearGov
- Agreement with Systems East Inc.
- Reauthorization of Local 1 Percent Sales and Compensating Use Tax
- Modifications to 2024 and 2025 County Budgets
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will accept the 2025 Tentative County Budget and appoint a review committee. The meeting includes scheduling public hearings for the county budget and the Clockville Water District 2025 budget.
- Proposed Local Law No. 6 for the year 2024
- Agreement with Housing Visions for a development project
- MOU with the Village of Chittenango for the ADA Kayak Launch Project
- Establishment of free yard waste punch cards for residential disposal
- Lease agreements with Southern Madison County Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Inc. for ambulances and station
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will consider and adopt the county’s fiscal year 2025 budget. It will also authorize public hearings on the tentative budget for the Clockville Water District and the overall county budget. Additional items include levy actions for unpaid school district and village taxes and approval of several grant‑related budget modifications.
- Adopting Budgets for the County of Madison for Fiscal Year 2025
- Authorizing Public Hearing for Tentative Budget on the Clockville Water District for 2025
- Authorizing Public Hearing on the Tentative County Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
- Levying Unpaid Central School District Taxes
- Authorizing the Chairman to Accept Grant Funds with the NYS STOP DWI Foundation and Modifying the 2024 County Budget
Government Operations Committee
The committee will review department updates and approve resolutions for retiree recognition, 2025 meeting scheduling, and agreements with L.G. Boucher and Spectrum Enterprise. It will also address personnel matters and litigation in executive sessions.
- Approval of September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
- Resolution of Appreciation for Retiree Recognition
- Fixing time and date to organize the Board in 2025
- Fixing time for holding meetings during 2025
- Agreement with L.G. Boucher and Spectrum Enterprise
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will receive updates on sales tax, real property, and tourism. The body will consider four resolutions involving development and project agreements.
- Agreement with Madison County Tourism, INC.
- Development Agreement with Housing Visions
- Amendment to an agreement with ECC Technologies, INC.
- MOU with the Village of Chittenango for the ADA Kayak Launch Project
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings & Grounds Committee will consider several consensus items, including a modification to the 2024 adopted county budget for ARE PARK and authorizations for agreements with King & King Architects, LLP, Pitney Bowes, and Johnson Controls, Inc. It will also designate disposal of surplus county personal property and review the Canastota Property Condition Assessment Report. All items are presented for consensus approval.
- Designating disposal of surplus county personal property
- Authorizing modification of the 2024 Adopted County Budget – ARE PARK
- Authorizing agreement with King & King Architects, LLP
- Authorizing rental agreement with Pitney Bowes
- Authorizing award of Bid 24-38 and agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc.
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee is meeting to authorize several service agreements and lease contracts. The body will also review updates to the operating policies for Madison County Emergency Medical Services.
- Agreement with Thomson Reuter Enterprise, West Publishing Corporation for Assigned Counsel Program
- Agreement with J. Scott Porter, Esq. for Appellate Case Services
- Subscription agreements with Lexipol, LLC for law enforcement and corrections materials
- Lease agreements with Southern Madison County Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Inc. for ambulances and the ambulance station
- Update to the Operating Policies for Madison County Emergency Medical Services
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee will receive updates on solid waste operations and the transfer station meet‑and‑greet. It will consider two resolutions: establishing free yard‑waste punch cards for residential disposal and authorizing the chairman to enter an agreement with Eggan Excavating & Equipment Co., Inc. for tanker‑truck hauling services. Additional items include a technical committee update and an executive‑session discussion.
- Establish free yard waste punch cards for residential disposal
- Authorize agreement with Eggan Excavating & Equipment Co., Inc. for tanker truck hauling services
- Update on solid waste operations
- Transfer station meet and greet update
- Madison County Waste Management Technical Committee update
Health and Human Services Committee
The Madison County Health and Human Services Committee will discuss several budget modifications for mental health, public health, and social services programs. It will also consider reappointing a member of the Community Services Board and modifying agreements with community partners. The chair is authorized to execute a contract extension and enter into agreements with Liberty Resources, Inc. and Community Action Program, Inc.
- Reappointing member of the Community Services Board
- Modifying agreement with Community Action Partnership for Madison County, Inc.
- Authorizing the Chairman to execute a contract extension
- Authorizing the Chairman to enter into an agreement with Liberty Resources, Inc.
- Authorizing the Chairman to enter into an agreement with Community Action Program, Inc.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on overriding the tax levy limit and fixing official salaries for 2025. The meeting includes several budget modifications and approvals for infrastructure projects and grant awards.
- Public hearing and adoption of Local Law No. 4 of 2024 to override the tax levy limit
- Public hearing and adoption of Local Law No. 5 of 2024 to fix 2025 salaries for certain county officials
- Funding and agreement with Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. for the Creek Road bridge replacement
- Establishment of 2025 residential solid waste punch card fees
- Settlement agreements relating to the opioid crisis
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Madison County Finance Ways and Means Committee will review the draft minutes, a sales tax report, and the proposed 2025 County Budget. It will adopt Local Law No. 4 for 2024 and consider several grant authorizations and budget modifications, including the Clockville Water District long‑term financing. The committee will also discuss outside agency budget requests for 2025.
- 2025 County Budget
- Clockville Water District – Long‑Term Financing
- Adopting Local Law No. 4 for the Year 2024
- Authorizing participation in a Federal Traffic Safety Grant and modifying the 2024 County Budget
- Authorizing acceptance of a Victim Assistance Program Grant (FY 2022‑2025) and modifying the 2024 County Budget
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will approve the August 29, 2024 minutes and hear updates from several county departments, including the Board of Elections, Purchasing, Public Information, Corporate Compliance, and Information Technology. It will consider several resolutions, such as a retiree recognition appreciation, renewing the MVP Health Care agreement, adopting Local Law No. 5 to set salaries for certain officials in 2025, and changes to Social Services positions. Additional resolutions include authorizing a settlement related to the opioid crisis and an agreement for coroner physician services. The meeting will close with an executive session on personnel and labor matters.
- Renewal of an agreement with MVP Health Care (Resolution)
- Adoption of Local Law No. 5 fixing salaries of certain county officials for 2025
- Abolishing two vacant positions and reclassifying a position in the Department of Social Services
- Authorization of a settlement agreement relating to the opioid crisis
- Agreement with Dr. Ratnakumar Newton for coroner physician services
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Madison County Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will consider several updates and presentations, including sales tax, real property, and tourism reports. The committee will discuss the Delphi Falls Park update. It will vote on four resolutions, notably authorizing an agreement with the Oswego County Soil and Water District and an MOU for a streambank stabilization project on Chittenango Creek.
- Sales Tax Report presented by Cindy Edick
- PILOT presentation during the IDA update
- Delphi Falls Park update and discussion
- Resolution authorizing an agreement between the Oswego County Soil and Water District and Madison County
- Resolution authorizing an MOU with the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation for streambank stabilization on Chittenango Creek
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The committee will approve the minutes from the August 28, 2024 Highway, Buildings & Grounds meeting. It will authorize full funding for a federal‑aid project to replace the bridge on Creek Road over Cowaselon Creek and enter related agreements. Additional actions include a trade‑in of a 2016 Ford F450 ambulance, extensions of municipal snow‑and‑ice agreements through 2029, and award of BID 24‑34 to HJ Brandeles Corporation.
- Authorize implementation and 100% funding of the federal‑aid project to replace the bridge on Creek Road over Cowaselon Creek
- Approve trade‑in of a 2016 Ford F450 ambulance
- Extend conventional municipal snow and ice agreements (2022‑2023, 2023‑2024, and 2024‑2029) with NYSDOT
- Authorize agreement with Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. for Creek Rd Bridge Replacement
- Award BID 24‑34 to HJ Brandeles Corporation
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety and Emergency Communications Committee will consider approving the minutes from the August 28 meeting. It will discuss authorizing the chairman to enter an agreement with the Chittenango Central School District for the use of special patrol officers. The committee will also discuss budget modifications related to a Highway Safety Grant, a NYS Office of Victim Services Grant, and an Office of Child and Family Services Grant, as well as the trade‑in of a 2016 Ford F450 ambulance.
- Approval of minutes from 8/28/24
- Authorize agreement with Chittenango Central School District for special patrol officers
- Discussion of budget modification for Highway Safety Grant
- Discussion of budget modification for NYS Office of Victim Services Grant
- Discussion of trade‑in of 2016 Ford F450 ambulance
Health and Human Services Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss budget modifications for public health and child care grants. Members will also consider authorizing agreements with Community Action Program, Inc. for housing and transportation.
- Agreement and 2024 budget modification for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant
- Agreement with Community Action Program, Inc. for Transportation
- Agreement with Community Action Program, Inc. for Housing
- Discussion on 2024 budget modification for Child Care Block Grant
- Discussion regarding Wanderers Rest
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee will review the proposed 2025 fee schedule for solid waste services. It will discuss an update to the Solid Waste Communication Plan. The committee will vote on resolutions to set a fee for 2025 residential solid waste punch cards and to amend fees under Local Law #3 of 2004. An update from the Madison County Waste Management Technical Committee will also be presented.
- Review and vote on the proposed 2025 solid waste fee schedule
- Update the Solid Waste Communication Plan
- Establish a fee for 2025 residential solid waste punch cards
- Amend fees for participation in the solid waste program per Local Law #3 of 2004
- Receive update from the Madison County Waste Management Technical Committee
The committee approved the 2025 fee schedule, keeping garbage tip fees unchanged and increasing punch card fees to $25 per card. Two resolutions establishing the punch card fee and amending solid waste program fees were passed. The committee also discussed a communication plan for supervisors to visit transfer stations and explored options for landfill expansion and PFAS treatment.
- Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved resolution establishing $25 punch card fee for 2025 residential solid waste disposal
- Approved resolution amending fees for solid waste management program per Local Law #3 of 2004
- Entered executive session to discuss financial credit or employment history of a corporation
- Exited executive session
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider establishing 2025 salaries for county officers and managerial employees. Members will also review several budget modifications and call for public hearings on Proposed Local Laws No. 4 and No. 5.
- Establishing salaries of County Officers and Managerial/Confidential Employees for 2025
- Public hearing calls for Proposed Local Law No. 4 (Tax Cap) and Proposed Local Law No. 5
- Agreement with Chittenango Central School District and Town of Sullivan for a satellite mental health clinic
- Agreement with Labella Associates for the USDA Reconnect Broadband Project
- Budget modifications for Canastota Expansion and Highway Roof Repair
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will approve July 25 meeting minutes, review the 2025 budget proposal, audit reports, and tax reports. It will consider a series of resolutions that authorize increases to the mortgage tax expense, contracts for archival software and other services, and several modifications to the 2024 adopted county budget. The meeting also includes a discussion of a proposed local law on the tax cap and a review of the committee description.
- Authorize an increase of the mortgage tax expense for 2025
- Authorize Chairman to enter into an agreement with Info Quick Solutions Inc. for archival records software
- Authorize Chairman to enter into an agreement with Venesky & Company
- Authorize modification of the 2024 adopted county budget for Canastota expansion
- Authorize modification of the 2024 adopted county budget for highway roof repair
The Madison County Finance Ways and Means Committee approved the July 25, 2024 draft minutes and all 11 resolutions on the agenda, including budget modifications and agreements. The committee reviewed the 2025 budget proposals for the Finance, Treasurer, Real Property, and County Clerk departments, noting key increases and revenue projections. The 2023 audit report was presented, highlighting internal control recommendations. The committee also discussed the 2025 tax cap estimate, indicating a potential 2.7% levy increase.
- Approved July 25, 2024 draft minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 1: Increase of Mortgage Tax Expense for 2025
- Approved Resolution 2: Agreement with Info Quick Solutions Inc. for archival records software
- Approved Resolution 3: Agreement with Venesky & Company
- Approved Resolution 4: Modification of 2024 budget for Canastota Expansion
- Approved Resolution 5: Modification of 2024 budget for HWY roof repair
- Approved Resolution 6: Modification of 2024 budget for MH State Aid
- Approved Resolution 7-11: Modifications for radon grant, OCFS, Family Defense, Aid to Defense, and Local Law No. 4 (Tax Cap) public hearing
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will review and adopt the 2025 proposed budgets for several county departments, consider multiple resolutions including a grant review policy and staffing changes, and evaluate a Secure Networks contract for information technology. It will also discuss a prescription‑drug RFP and other administrative matters.
- Secure Networks Contract (Information Technology)
- 2025 Proposed Budgets for Finance/Purchasing, Public Information, Corporate Compliance, IT, Board of Supervisors, County Attorney, Human Resources
- Resolution authorizing the Chairman to execute the Humana Group Medicare Advantage Plan renewal for Plan Year 2025
- Creating a staff social worker position in the Mental Health Department
- Creating two full‑time positions and reclassifying another full‑time position in the Solid Waste Management Department
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice Committee will consider authorizing a three-year extension for indigent legal services, agreements for special patrol officers with two school districts, and a communications system maintenance contract with Motorola Solutions. The body will also review proposed department budgets for 2025.
- Extension agreement with New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services
- Agreements for special patrol officers with DeRuyter and Canastota Central School Districts
- Agreement with Motorola Solutions for communications system maintenance
- 2025 Proposed Department Budgets for Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management
- Discussion on budget modifications for assigned counsel
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings, and Grounds Committee is reviewing budget analysis reports for 2025. The body is discussing agreements for the USDA Reconnect Broadband Project and a Verizon lease for an antenna on JohnnyCake Hill Rd. Members are also considering budget modifications for highway roof repairs and the Canastota Expansion.
- Agreement with Labella Associates for USDA Reconnect Broadband Project
- Verizon Lease for antenna on JohnnyCake Hill Rd. Tower
- Budget modifications for Hwy Roof Repair and Canastota Expansion
- Agreement with C&S Engineers, Inc.
- Trade-in of Toolcat Utility Vehicle
The Highway, Buildings, and Grounds Committee approved several resolutions, including snow and ice control on county roads, agreements with Labella Associates for the USDA Reconnect Broadband Project, NYSEG approved contractors, and C&S Engineers, Inc. They also gave consensus to modify the 2024 budget for highway roof repair and the Canastota expansion, and approved the trade-in of a Toolcat utility vehicle. The committee agreed to dedicate a conference room in the Public Health Building to a retiring board member and reviewed 2025 budget proposals for both departments.
- Approved minutes from July 24, 2024 meeting
- Approved resolution for control of snow and ice on county roads
- Approved agreement with Labella Associates for USDA Reconnect Broadband Project
- Approved agreement with NYSEG approved contractors
- Approved modification of 2024 budget for highway roof repair (consensus)
- Approved trade-in of Toolcat utility vehicle
- Approved agreement with C&S Engineers, Inc.
- Approved modification of 2024 budget for Canastota expansion (consensus)
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The committee will review several agreements for broadband and grant programs. Members will also hold a public hearing regarding a Community Development Block Grant application. The meeting includes updates on sales tax, real property, and the 2025 Planning budget.
- Agreement with Labella Associates for USDA Reconnect Broadband Project
- Agreement with NYSEG approved Contractors
- Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant application
- New York Main Street program grant agreements with Ann Duffy and Earlville Free Library
- Presentation by Village of Canastota Mayor Roseanne Warner and Jeremy Ryan regarding S. Main St. property
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee will discuss the tip‑fee and punch‑card system, review the proposed 2025 budget, and consider the capital equipment plan and staffing adjustments. The committee will also consider a resolution to authorize the chairman to accept a grant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for the solid‑waste department. Additional items include a communication plan, a technical committee update, and a review of the committee’s description.
- Tip fee and punch‑card discussion
- Proposed 2025 budget
- Capital equipment plan overview
- Proposed staffing and personnel adjustments
- Resolution to accept NYS DEC grant for the solid‑waste department
Health and Human Services Committee
The Health and Human Services Committee will authorize agreements for a satellite mental health clinic and a radon grant, while reviewing proposed budgets for 2025 across various departments.
- Authorize satellite mental health clinic agreement with Chittenango Central School District
- Authorize agreement with NY State Department of Health for ATUPA Grant
- Authorize agreement with VenTek, Inc.
- Review Committee Description and discuss proposed changes
- Review 2025 Proposed Budgets for Social Services, Youth Bureau, and Veterans Affairs
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two local laws regarding tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, and the expansion of video conferencing for open meetings. The body will also vote on several budget modifications and grant agreements.
- Proposed Local Law No. 2: Real property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
- Proposed Local Law No. 3: Amendments to Open Meetings Law to expand video conferencing
- Grant agreement with Department of State for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Grant for Oneida Lake
- Agreements with Oneida City School District and Morrisville-Eaton Central School District for Special Patrol Officers
- Budget modifications for the Sheriff and Highway departments
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will consider approval of the June 27 meeting minutes, a sales tax report, and the proposed 2025 county budget. It will also consider resolutions to adopt Local Law No. 2 for 2024 and to modify the 2024 adopted budget for the sheriff’s office, highway projects, and to accept funds from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Law Enforcement Technology Program for 2024‑25. The committee will discuss these items before adjourning.
- Adopt Local Law No. 2 for the Year 2024
- Authorize modification of the 2024 adopted County Budget for the Sheriff
- Authorize modification of the 2024 adopted County Budget for Highway
- Authorize Chairman to accept funds from NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services Law Enforcement Technology Program 24-25 and modify the 2024 County Budget
- Review and consider the 2025 Budget
Government Operations Committee
The Madison County Government Operations Committee will consider adopting Local Law No. 3 for the year 2024. The meeting also includes departmental updates, a July 2024 procurement report, and a presentation on urgent care services. An executive session will address personnel matters, and a proposal for a TransPro Board of Supervisors retreat will be discussed.
- Adopting Local Law No. 3 for the Year 2024
- Procurement Report – July 2024
- Urgent Care – Presentation
- Executive Session – Personnel Matters
- TransPro Board of Supervisors Retreat Proposal
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety and Emergency Communications Committee will review several agreements, including an amendment with Dr. Imtiaz R. Samad, M.D., P.C., and new contracts with the Oneida City School District, Morrisville‑Eaton Central School District, and Spectrum Enterprise for the use of special patrol officers. The committee will also consider a donation to Project Lifesaver and a budget modification to accept funds from the NYS DCJS Law Enforcement Technology Program. Updates from the District Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, and Emergency Management will be presented.
- Amend and modify agreement with Dr. Imtiaz R. Samad, M.D., P.C.
- Enter agreement with Oneida City School District for use of Special Patrol Officers
- Enter agreement with Morrisville‑Eaton Central School District for use of Special Patrol Officers
- Enter agreement with Spectrum Enterprise
- Donation to Project Lifesaver
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will vote on several resolutions. These include authorizing the chairman to enter an agreement with National Grid and approving grant agreements for waterfront revitalization on Oneida Lake and New York Main Street projects. The committee will also appoint a member to the Region 7 Fish & Wildlife Management Board and amend an existing agreement with Atlantic Testing Laboratories.
- Resolution to authorize the chairman to enter into an agreement with National Grid
- Authorization to sign a Department of State grant for Oneida Lake waterfront revitalization
- Authorization to enter agreements with Earlville Free Library and Captain Awesome's Property LLC for New York Main Street program grants
- Resolution appointing a member to the Region 7 Fish & Wildlife Management Board
- Authorization to amend an existing agreement with Atlantic Testing Laboratories
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The committee will consider a modification to the 2024 adopted highway budget. Members will also review several contract awards for facilities and maintenance services.
- Modification of the 2024 Adopted Budget
- Award of RFB 24-29 to C&S Technical Solutions, Inc.
- Award of RFB 24-30 to MEID, LLC
- Award of RFB 24-31 to Upstate Companies I, LLC
- Agreement with National Grid Approved Contractors
Solid Waste and Recycling
The committee will review updates on the LFG Dewatering Project, recycling facility tonnage, and transfer station efficiencies. Members will also hold a preliminary budget discussion including a Capital Asset Replacement Plan.
- LFG Dewatering Project update
- Recycling Facility tonnage and project update
- Transfer Station analysis and efficiencies update
- Preliminary budget discussion with Capital Asset Replacement Plan
- Solid Waste and Recycling Technical Review Committee update
Health and Human Services Committee
The Madison County Health and Human Services Committee will meet to approve minutes from its June meeting and discuss updates from several departments, including mental health, public health, social services, veterans affairs, and the youth bureau. The committee will also consider modifying an existing agreement with Chenango Court Management and entering into a new agreement with employees for the Office of Mental Health.
- Modifying an agreement with Chenango Court Management
- Entering into an agreement with employees for the Office of Mental Health
- Commissioner's report from Social Services
- Department updates from Veterans Affairs
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several budget modifications for EMS, the Board of Elections, and 2nd HH. The agenda includes creating new staff positions in Family Court and Social Services. Additionally, the board will address various service agreements and local law amendments.
- Budget modifications for EMS, 2nd HH, and the Board of Elections
- Creation of a full-time Family Court Assistant position
- Purchase of 54 miles of single strand fiber from Yates County for the Reconnect Project
- Contract award for Early Intervention and Pre-School Children Transportation
- Extension of public transit agreement with Birnie Transit Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The committee will review department updates from Finance, Payroll, and the County Clerk's Office. Members will also consider resolutions regarding budget modifications and a proposed local law for volunteer tax credits.
- Proposed Local Law No. 2 for 2024 (RP Tax Credit for FF & Ambulance Volunteers)
- Budget modification for EMS
- Budget modification for 2nd HH
- Budget modification for Board of Elections
- Sales tax report from the Treasurer/Budget Officer
Government Operations Committee
The committee will review updates from the Board of Elections, Purchasing, and IT departments. Proposed resolutions include integrating the Purchasing Division into the Finance Department and creating a new Family Court Assistant position. The meeting also includes discussion on Open Meetings Law amendments.
- Agreement with Election Systems & Software, LLC
- Modification of ePlus Enterprise Agreement
- Integration of Purchasing Division into Finance Department
- Creation of Full-Time Family Court Assistant position
- Discussion on Open Meetings Law amendments
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The committee will consider agreements for special patrol officers in Cazenovia and Madison Central School Districts. Members will also discuss a budget modification for assigned counsel and receive an update on the County Fire Service.
- Amended agreement with New York State Defenders Association, Inc.
- Budget modification discussion (2nd Hurrell-Garring)
- Special patrol officer agreements for Cazenovia Central School District
- Special patrol officer agreements for Madison Central School District
- County Fire Service update from Doug Shattuck
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings, and Grounds Committee will review highway highlights and the May 2024 Central Services report. The meeting also includes a discussion on purchasing policy and authorization for an agreement with National Grid.
- Authorization of agreement with National Grid
- Purchasing Policy Review/Discussion
- May 2024 Central Services Monthly Report
- Approval of May 29, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The committee will receive updates on sales tax, real property, and tourism. Members will also consider resolutions regarding broadband expansion, soil conservation amendments, and public transit agreements.
- Agreement with Yates County for 54 miles of single strand fiber for the Reconnect Project
- Amendment to agreement between Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District and Madison County
- Extension of Public Transit agreement with Birnie Transit Inc.
- Memorandum of understanding involving Birnie Transit Inc., Madison County, and Heritage Farm Inc.
- Agreement with National Grid approved contractors
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee will discuss year-to-date tonnage comparisons and address committee resolutions. The meeting also includes an executive session and approval of May 28, 2024, minutes.
- Year-to-date tonnage comparison
- Committee resolutions
- Executive session
Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will review a software agreement with iCentral Software for the Early Intervention Program and a contract award for Early Intervention and Pre-School Children Transportation. The agenda also includes reports from Social Services and Veterans Affairs, as well as appointments to the Youth Bureau Youth Board.
- Agreement with iCentral Software for the Early Intervention Program
- Contract award for Early Intervention and Pre-School Children Transportation
- Appointment of members to the Madison County Youth Bureau Youth Board
- Social Services Commissioner's Report
General
The Madison County Board of Supervisors has scheduled a special meeting for June 17, 2024. The board will meet to fill the vacancy in the office of the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors.
- Appointment of a new Chairman of the Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider numerous budget modifications across departments including mental health, solid waste, and highways. The agenda includes reviewing changes to county policies regarding purchasing, overtime, and equal employment opportunity. Additionally, the board will discuss various grant agreements and service contracts for public safety and economic development.
- Budget modifications for Mental Health, Solid Waste, IT, and Highway programs
- Amendments to purchasing, overtime, and equal employment opportunity policies
- Grant agreements for the Microenterprise Program and Trout Habitat Improvement Project
- Service agreements with Onondaga County for autopsy services and Colgate University for EMS
- Updates to Public Health Department fees and solid waste management fees
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will discuss updates from the Treasurer, County Clerk, and DMV. The body is reviewing 16 resolutions, primarily focused on modifying the 2024 Adopted County Budget and authorizing service agreements.
- Agreement with Bonadio & Co. LLP for auditing services
- Agreement with New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (SLETPP)
- Budget modifications for Mental Health Clinic, Solid Waste, IT, Probation, and Planning
- Authorization of Towns, Village and City Municipal Grants and Special District Grants
- Property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will review department updates and discuss a local law regarding the County Administrator. The body is considering several resolutions related to county personnel policies, insurance agreements, and purchasing procedures.
- Discussion of Local Law for County Administrator
- Agreement with Knowink
- Agreement with The Guardian Life Insurance Company for disability administration services
- Amendments to the Purchasing Policy and Procedures
- Increase in hours for certain positions in the Office of Emergency Management
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings, and Grounds Committee will discuss budget modifications for 2024 and the disposal of surplus county personal property. The body will also consider agreements with Dolomite Products Company and Excel Management DBA Lawn Medic.
- Disposal of surplus county personal property
- Modification of the 2024 Adopted County Budget for Highway
- Agreement with Dolomite Products Company
- Modification of the 2024 Adopted County Budget for Facilities/Maintenance
- Award of RFB24-21 to Excel Management DBA Lawn Medic
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee is meeting to authorize several inter-agency agreements and grants. The body will consider contracts for legal services, autopsy services, and emergency medical support. Some items are listed for discussion only regarding budget modifications.
- Settlement agreement with Intellix, Inc.
- Agreement with Onondaga County for autopsy services
- Agreement with Stockbridge Valley Central School District for special patrol officers
- Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Lebanon for emergency medical services
- Agreement with Colgate University for emergency medical services at athletic and other events
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will review several resolutions regarding state grants and intergovernmental agreements. The body will also receive updates on sales tax, real property, and tourism.
- Grant agreement with the NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation
- NYS Community Development Block Grant for a Madison County Microenterprise Program
- MOU with Madison County Chapter of Trout Unlimited for Chittenango Creek habitat improvement
- MOU with the Village of Cazenovia for the Cazenovia Lake Back Flow Project
- Contract with Madison-Oneida BOCES for the 2024 Summer Youth Employment Program
Solid Waste and Recycling
The committee is meeting to review changes to 2024 fees and the Landfill Gas Improvement Project. Members will also discuss staffing regarding a Laborers position.
- 2024 Fee Modifications
- Landfill Gas Improvement Project
- Personnel and Staffing Discussion - Laborers Position
Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will discuss modifying the 2024 Adopted County Budget for a school social worker and the Healthy Neighborhoods Program Grant. Members will also review the Public Health Department's approved charges and fee schedule.
- Budget modification for School Social Worker
- Budget modification for Healthy Neighborhoods Program Grant renewal
- Public Health Department Approved Charges and Fee Schedule
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on various budget modifications for public health grants and youth programs. The body will also consider several new service agreements for mental health clinics in schools and emergency medical services.
- Creation of a temporary Child & Family Services Specialist position at $27.72/hr
- Contract extension with LeChase for the Delphi Falls County Park Construction Project
- Acquisition of real property via eminent domain for the Solsville Road (CR 41) Bridge project
- Agreements for satellite mental health clinics at Cazenovia, Hamilton, and Canastota Central School Districts
- Appointment of Mallory Roberts and John Felton to the Ethics Board
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee is meeting to define the role and responsibilities of its ad-hoc committee. The body is also considering a resolution to appoint Gregory B. Gelewski as the Director of Solid Waste Management.
- Appointment of Gregory B. Gelewski as Director of Solid Waste Management with an annual salary of $109,985
- Defining Ad-Hoc Committee Role and Responsibilities
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee is meeting to discuss department updates and the annual review of fund balance policies. The body will consider several resolutions to modify the 2024 adopted county budget and approve the disbursement of GAP Elimination Funds to local towns and villages.
- Agreement with Canastota Little League, Inc. for $22,234 in youth sports funds
- Disbursement of GAP Elimination Funds to Madison County towns and villages
- Approval of the Spring 2024 Mortgage Tax Report
- Budget modifications for Mental Health Clinic tuition ($4,000) and exterior building cleaning
- Renewal of grants for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, CYSHCN, and Drinking Water Enhancement
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee is reviewing several health and emergency service agreements. The body is also considering a three-year state grant to improve legal services for indigent residents.
- Agreement with NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services for a grant not to exceed $3,216,078.21 (2024-2027)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Helio Health, Inc. for crisis intervention services
- Linkage Agreement with ACR Health for hepatitis C testing and referrals at the Correctional Facility
- Agreement with Colgate University for emergency medical services at athletic and other events
- Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Hamilton for emergency medical services
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee is meeting to review agency reports and vote on several resolutions. Key items include funding for village improvements and construction management for a county park.
- Agreement with Earlville Opera House, Inc. for up to $30,000 in New York Main Street Program Grant funds for building improvements at 18 E. Main Street
- Contract extension with LeChase for the Delphi Falls County Park construction project not to exceed $60,200
- Authorization of a Utility Easement to Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation in the Town of Cazenovia
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings and Grounds Committee is discussing the acquisition of real property interests via eminent domain for the Solsville Road (CR 41) bridge rehabilitation. The body is also reviewing agreements with Trane Technologies and Johnson Controls, Inc., and discussing the Hoffman Falls Wind Project road use agreement.
- Proposed eminent domain acquisition of portions of the Edwards and Staelens parcels for the Solsville Road (CR 41) bridge project
- Proposed agreement with Trane Technologies
- Proposed agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc.
- Discussion of Hoffman Falls Wind Project Road Use Agreement
- Review of 2024 county road rehabilitations and bridge replacements
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors voted to modify the 2024 budget to increase funding for the Rural Broadband Project by $2,625,846, bringing the total to $16.6 million. The board also authorized several contracts, including a five-year phone system agreement with ePlus and a grant for emergency communications. Additionally, the board opposed the state's RAPID Act regarding electric transmission siting and requested the creation of a waste management committee.
- Budget modification increasing the 8780 Rural Broadband Project by $2,625,846 to a total of $16,604,591
- Authorization of a five-year enterprise agreement with ePlus for phone system licensing totaling $106,881.08
- Acceptance of a $720,342 grant from NYS Division of Homeland Security for interoperable communications
- Resolution opposing Part O of the Governor's 2024 Article VII Revenue Bill (RAPID Act) on electric transmission siting
- Request to create a Madison County Waste Management Ad-Hoc Committee
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee is considering a modification to the sales tax allocation formula for 2025. The body is also reviewing several budget modifications and grant acceptances for county services.
- Proposed sales tax sharing change: 50% share up to $35,129,121.44, then 25% for collections exceeding that amount
- Rural Broadband Project budget modification increasing construction expense to $16,604,591
- $720,342 grant from NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services for E911 Communications
- $49,999 grant from NYS Office of Children and Family Services for the Children's Advocacy Center
- Home Rule Request to amend Correction and County Law regarding Oneida Indian Nation Court detention agreements
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing contracts for phone system licensing and optical scan ballots. The body will also discuss the county passenger vehicle policy and recognize retiring employees.
- Enterprise Agreement with ePlus for phone system licensing totaling $106,881.08 over five years
- Modification and Extension Agreement with Phoenix Graphics for optical scan ballots
- Discussion on Use of County Passenger Vehicles Policy
- Declaration of May 5–11, 2024, as Public Service Recognition Week
- Retiree recognition for Timothy Brown (Social Services) and Christopher Jones (Sheriffs)
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The committee is reviewing agreements for emergency medical services and software maintenance. Members are also discussing budget modifications for the Child Advocacy Center and emergency communications grants.
- Proposed $17,144 financial assistance agreement with the Town of Georgetown for EMS
- Amendment to an agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Sheriff's Office software support
- Reappointment of Martha Conway and Jamie Kowalczk to the Traffic Safety Board
- Proposed policy that the County will not pay salaries for Special Patrol Officers in school districts that have available local municipal police
- Budget modifications for the Child Advocacy Center and Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The committee is considering resolutions to oppose state legislation regarding electric transmission siting and to support solar canopy installation. The body is also reviewing several contracts for broadband consulting, transportation management, and a kayak launch.
- Resolution opposing the 'RAPID' Act regarding electric transmission facilities
- Application for New York State ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Grant for up to $30 million
- Contract with ECC Technologies, Inc. for broadband grant assistance up to $38,000
- Agreement with Madison County Rural Health Council for mobility management not to exceed $294,968
- $60,000 grant agreement with CNY Community Foundation for an ADA accessible kayak launch at Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings and Grounds Committee is awarding several contracts for road materials and infrastructure repairs. The body is also discussing modifications to the 2024 Adopted County Budget for road machinery and EMS station expenses.
- Contract with Suit-Kote Corporation for Cold In-Place Recycling estimated at $924,697.75
- Agreement with Barton and Loguidice, D.P.C. to extend design services for three large culvert replacements through December 31, 2025
- Agreement with Town & County Bridge and Rail, Inc. for guiderail installation at $284.00 per hour
- Award to Overhead Door Company of Greater Syracuse for replacement doors at the Wampsville Campus
- Budget modification transferring $23,305 from County Snow Removal to Road Machinery for 10-Wheel Dump Trucks
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee will hear a presentation from Cornerstone. The body is also considering a resolution to sell recycled paper from the ARC Recycling Facility to Casella, LLC.
- Agreement with Casella, LLC for sale of recycled paper at 82.5% of Buffalo High index pricing with a $30/ton floor
- Cornerstone presentation regarding resources needed to increase tonnage under County operations
Health and Human Services Committee
The Health and Human Services Committee is reviewing several contracts and appointments, including a major federal grant for housing-related health hazards. The body is also discussing budget modifications for youth programs and a lease for the Veterans Service Agency.
- Agreement with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a $2,000,000 Healthy Homes Production Grant
- Contract modification with VMC Group Inc. for transportation services at a rate of $94,702 plus CPI-U
- Intermunicipal agreement with CNY Public Health Alliance effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2029
- Appointment of Mallory Brown and Joseph Monfiletto to the Community Services Board
- Proposed lease agreement with Gorman Foundation Community Center, LLC for the Veterans Service Agency
Solid Waste and Recycling
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee is scheduled to move into executive session.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on several 2024 budget modifications and approve various service agreements. The session includes public hearings on CDBG grants and agricultural district recertification.
- Grant of $259,936 from NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for Discovery Reform
- Budget modification of $2,650,000 for the Office Complex Sanitary Sewer Project
- Annual $3,500 license fees for Allied American, Oneida Valley, and Leatherstocking Abstract companies
- Annual stipend of $14,504 for Gregory B. Gelewski as acting Director of Solid Waste Management
- Public hearings for CDBG Microenterprise and Small Business COVID Recovery grants
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee is reviewing several modifications to the 2024 Adopted County Budget and authorizing new agreements. The body is also considering a state grant for criminal justice discovery reform and licensing agreements for abstract companies.
- Proposed $2,650,000 budget modification for the Office Complex Sanitary Sewer Project
- $259,936 grant from the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for Discovery Reform
- Annual $3,500 licensing agreements with Allied American, Oneida Valley, and Leatherstocking Abstract companies
- Budget modification of $7,000 for phlebotomist services at the Sheriff-Correctional Facility
- Budget modification of $5,000 for the Law Enforcement CAD System telephone/cellular expenses
Government Operations Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions to re-appoint Ethics Advisory Council members and amend the County Vehicle Fleet and Corporate Compliance policies. The body is also designating an acting director for Solid Waste Management and updating wage rates for non-represented blue collar employees.
- Re-appointing members to the Ethics Advisory Council
- Amending the Madison County Vehicle Fleet Policy and Procedures
- Designating an Acting Director of Solid Waste Management
- Amending wage rates for non-represented employees in Blue Collar Unit job titles
- Amending the Corporate Compliance Plan and certain policies
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee is reviewing several inter-agency agreements and grant applications. Key items include a proposal to house tribal prisoners from the Oneida Indian Nation and a lease amendment for the Assigned Counsel Program.
- Agreement with Oneida Indian Nation for jail services
- $259,936 Criminal Justice Discovery Reform Grant from NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services
- Amended lease with Gorman Foundation Community Center, LLC for Assigned Counsel office space
- Extension agreement with Kraus Associates, Inc d/b/a AK Associates for 911 phone system upgrades
- Application for 2024 NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) grants
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss agency reports and vote on agricultural land certifications. The body is also considering a grant application for a business assistance program.
- Authorization to apply for a New York State Office of Community Renewal CDBG grant for a microenterprise assistance program
- Recertification of Agricultural District 2C in the Towns of Stockbridge, Smithfield, and Fenner
- Inclusion of parcels in District 3C (Paul T. Pylman, Lincoln) and District 4C (Dennis T. Owens, Brookfield) into agricultural districts
- Appointment of Melissa During to the Madison County Cornell Cooperative Extension Board
- Sales tax distribution report showing a total of $2,945,414 for February
Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will discuss a proclamation for Public Health Week and a proposal to enter into an intermunicipal agreement with the CNY Public Health Alliance for mutual aid during public health emergencies.
- Agreement with CNY Public Health Alliance effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029
- Proclamation recognizing Public Health Week April 1-7, 2024
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee is meeting to authorize professional service agreements for engineering and laboratory analysis. The body will also discuss a DEC grant application and the designation of an acting director.
- Agreement with Barton & Loguidice, DPC for solid waste engineering services (April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2026)
- Agreement with Pace Analytical Services for professional laboratory services (March 13, 2024 – March 12, 2026)
- Designation of Gregory B. Gelewski as acting Director of Solid Waste Management with a $14,504 annual stipend
- DEC Grant Application for 2023 Household Hazardous Waste Program
Board of Supervisors
The Madison County Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on several budget modifications, emergency medical services agreements, and personnel changes. The body is also discussing contracts with non-profit organizations and the creation of new fire coordinator and investigator positions.
- Agreement with Stoneleigh Housing, Inc. for up to $400,000 for senior housing in Bridgeport-Lakeport
- Approval of fees for Madison County Emergency Medical Services
- Award of RFB 23-37 for Madison County Reconnect Fiber Construction - Phase I to Syracuse Utilities
- Creation of 3 Deputy Fire Coordinator positions ($1,500 annual stipend) and 4 part-time Fire Investigator positions (up to $24/hour)
- 2024 non-profit contracts including $185,680 for Madison Co. Industrial Development Agency and $162,225 for Madison Co. Soil and Water Conservation District
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee is reviewing several modifications to the 2024 Adopted County Budget and authorizing contracts with non-profit organizations. The body is also discussing the appointment of officials to approve real property tax error corrections under $2,500.
- Proposed contract with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing, Inc. estimated between $10,685 and $27,000
- Budget modification for Madison County Parks maintenance and development to $72,000
- Grant agreement for FY2023 Statewide Homeland Security Program Grant totaling $69,352
- Grant agreement for FY2023 Emergency Management Performance Grant totaling $28,944
- Budget modification for Assigned Counsel Program including a $75,000 contribution from Gorman Foundation
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing several departmental updates and resolutions. Key items include agreements for senior housing development and a traffic diversion program, as well as equipment trade-ins and personnel policy changes.
- Agreement with Stoneleigh Housing, Inc. for pre-development of 32 senior housing units not to exceed $400,000
- Trade-in of 2022 Caterpillar 962M Loader for a 2024 John Deere 644P Loader with a trade difference cost of $38,595.55
- Agreement with Diversion Management, LLC to administer a Traffic Diversion Program for 2024
- Reallocation of Director of Veteran Service Agency to Grade F with a 2024 salary of $84,033
- Agreement with CSEA White Collar Unit to add a 12-hour shift schedule for Emergency Medical Services
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The committee is deciding on several emergency medical services agreements and budget modifications for indigent legal services. The body is also discussing jail physician services and a traffic diversion program.
- Approval of fees for Madison County Emergency Medical Services
- Agreement with Diversion Management, LLC for a Traffic Diversion Program
- Modification of M.E.I.D., LLC contract for Assigned Counsel renovation to $202,638.00
- Three agreements with NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services totaling $515,446.36
- EMS agreements with Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Bridgewater Fire Co., Vineall Ambulance, Greater Lenox Ambulance, Smith Ambulance, Village of Madison, and SEVAC
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee is reviewing several intergovernmental agreements and board appointments. The body is discussing budget modifications for parks and the awarding of a fiber construction contract.
- Awarding RFB 23-37 Madison County Reconnect Fiber Construction - Phase I to Syracuse Utilities
- Agreement with Oswego County Soil and Water District for a $107,200 grant
- Contract extension with Madison County Rural Health Council for a mobility management program not to exceed $38,000
- Public hearings regarding Community Development Block Grant applications and implementation
- Extension of public transit agreements with Birnie Transit, INC and Heritage Farm INC
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Madison County Highway, Buildings and Grounds Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend several resolutions, including authorizing a trade-in of a 2022 Caterpillar loader, designating a surplus dump truck, and entering into contracts for facility maintenance. The committee will also review highway and facilities highlights and consider a budget modification for parks.
- Trade-in of 2022 Caterpillar 962M Loader for 2024 John Deere 644P Loader with trade-in value of $262,000 and difference of $38,595.55
- Disposal of surplus 1997 Volvo WGM Dump (MOR013) with 109,912 miles
- Modify agreement with M.E.I.D., LLC for Assigned Counsel Renovation, correcting total cost to $202,638
- Authorize change orders up to $60,000 for ongoing capital projects
- Agreement with AmTech Coatings, LLC for cooling tower tank repair/relining at $26,640
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee is discussing 2024-2025 project priorities and the evaluation of system alternatives. The body is reviewing resolutions to extend a construction agreement and authorize professional engineering services.
- Modification and extension agreement with Adhan Piping Co., Inc. for West Side Landfill Expansion, Cell No. 10 through July 31, 2024
- Agreement with Cornerstone Engineering and Geology, PLLC for professional engineering services to analyze system sustainability
- Blanket approval for accepting approved out-of-county soil for alternative daily landfill cover in 2024
- Provision of 10 free tons of disposal (max 2 tons of tires) per Town and the City of Oneida for 2024 community clean-up programs
- Free acceptance of roadkill collected by State DOT and municipal Highway Departments
Health and Human Services Committee
The Health and Human Services Committee is reviewing a contract for sign language services and a new appointment to the Community Services Board. The meeting also includes a report on social services expenditures through December 2023.
- Proposed agreement with Communications Services, Inc. (CSI, Inc.) for sign language interpreting at rates of $65 to $85 per hour
- Proposed appointment of Virginia Whitford to the Community Services Board for the term 1/1/24 - 12/31/27
- Review of Social Services Commissioner's Report showing total net expenditures of $28,879,788.47 through December 2023
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold elections for the 2024-2025 Chairman and administer oaths of office. The body will also consider appointments for the County Attorney and Clerk to the Board.
- Election of Chairman for 2024-2025
- Appointment of Tina Wayland-Smith as County Attorney
- Reappointment of Emily C. Burns as Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
- Resolution 23-517 to rescind a previous resolution waiving rules for resolutions