Steuben County public meetings in 2022

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on December 19, 2022, to consider a range of resolutions, including adopting a local law on coroner compensation, presenting several local laws that would increase income limits for property tax exemptions for seniors and persons with disabilities, and approving bids and contracts. The agenda also includes appointments to county positions and acceptance of state funding. The meeting includes a public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Six of 2022.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Six of 2022 (coroner compensation)
• Local Law No. Seven: amending legislature membership/composition
• Local Law No. Eight: increasing sliding scale income limit for disability tax exemption
• Local Law No. Nine: increasing sliding scale income limit for senior citizen tax exemption
• Awarding bid for demolition of Mt. Washington and Curtis Highway Shops

The County Legislature adopted a local law increasing compensation for coroners, physicians, and aides. The board also awarded a $94,825 demolition contract for highway garages and approved several state grants for mental health and youth sports.

• Approved Local Law No. 6 increasing Coroner pay to $235/case, Physician pay to $130/case, and adding Aide pay at $155/case
• Awarded $94,825 bid to Sessler Environmental Services for Mt. Washington and Curtis Highway shops demolition
• Approved $40,863 change order for Civil Defense Building roof replacement
• Awarded $16,000 legal retainer to Hannigan Law Firm PLLC for EMS Certificate of Need services
• Accepted $100,000 NYS OMH grant for Veterans Peer Support Programs
• Accepted $8,372 NYS OCFS Youth Sports Opportunity Funding
• Accepted $198,000 Community Development Block Grant for well, septic, and housing repairs
• Appointed Veronica Olin and Colleen J. Hauryski as Commissioners of Elections

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, consider department requests including budget transfers and funding acceptances, and review monthly financial reports. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss the proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property.

• Budget transfer for Wayland Transfer Station
• Accepting 2022 OCFS Sports Opportunities Funds
• COLA budget adjustment
• OMH Veterans Funding
• Executive session on real property acquisition/lease/sale

The committee approved a budget transfer for the Wayland Transfer Station and authorized the acceptance of state funds for youth sports and veterans' mental health services. Members also discussed the allocation of opioid settlement funds and noted a 10 percent increase in sales tax collections.

• Approved budget transfer for Wayland Transfer Station: reduced paving account by $80,000 to increase compactor ($55,000) and overhead door ($25,000) accounts (4-0)
• Authorized Youth Bureau to accept $8,372 in NYS OCFS Sports Opportunities Funds (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $3,213 in COLA funds from NYS Office of Mental Health for Arbor Development ($1,339) and Aspire Hope ($1,874) (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $100,000 in NYS Office of Mental Health veterans funding for a peer-to-peer support program RFP (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will consider several personnel actions, including setting the Assistant Jail Superintendent's salary and reclassifying a social worker position, as well as proposed local laws on income limits for exemptions and legislature membership. The committee will also review contract renewals and an RFP for body shop repairs.

• Local law to increase income limits for disability exemption
• Local law to increase income limits for senior citizens exemption
• Local law on membership and composition of the Legislature
• Set Assistant Jail Superintendent salary at $70,464
• Reclassify social worker position to Senior Social Worker (CSEA Grade O, $55,438-$82,005)

The committee approved several contract renewals and personnel salary changes. It also moved to present local laws to increase income limits for disability and senior citizen tax exemptions and to update the membership weights of the Legislature.

• Approved renewal of Info Quick Solutions, Inc. (IQS) contract (4-0)
• Approved presenting local laws to increase disability and senior citizens tax exemption income limits (4-0)
• Approved presenting local law to change membership and composition weights of the Legislature (4-0)
• Set Assistant Jail Superintendent appointing salary at $70,464 (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying one vacant Staff Social Worker position to Senior Social Worker (4-0)
• Rejected the RFP for body shop repairs (4-0)
• Forwarded appointments of Veronica Olin and Colleen Hauryski as Elections Commissioners to the Legislature (4-0)
• Approved contract renewals for Securitas ($231,418), Perham Communications ($24,050), and Iron Mountain (4-0)

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board is meeting to discuss general business, including a presentation from CASA-Trinity Programs, the 2023 Steuben County Community Mental Health Center budget, and crisis services. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• CASA-Trinity Programs presentation (Hornell Inpatient/Outpatient, DIVERT, AIR, Crisis Stabilization Center)
• SCCMHC 2023 Budget discussion
• Crisis Services discussion

The board received presentations on CASA-Trinity's behavioral health and recovery services, including a proposed crisis stabilization center in Elmira. The board also reviewed the 2023 budget, which increased to $1.6 million due to building acquisitions and staff pay raises.

• Approved 2023 budget at $1.6 million

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including a parking lot lease, awarding a bid for demolition of the Mt. Washington and Curtis Highway garages, and a change order for the Civil Defense roof replacement. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Parking Lot Lease
• Award Bid for Demolition of Mt. Washington and Curtis Highway Garages
• Change Order – Civil Defense Roof Replacement

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved a bid for the demolition of two highway garages and a change order for a roof replacement. The committee also authorized a one-year extension of a parking lot lease.

• Approved one-year parking lot lease extension with Dickson for $5,000 (5-0)
• Awarded bid for demolition of Mt. Washington and Curtis highway shops to Sessler Environmental Services for $94,825 (5-0)
• Approved $40,863 change order for Building Innovation Group for Civil Defense Center roof replacement (5-0)

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss correspondence, and consider old/new business. Key items include an extension of the 40 MPH speed limit on State Route 36 in the Town of Hornellsville and the 2023 STOP DWI Plan. The meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. in Bath, NY.

• Extension of 40 MPH speed limit on State Route 36, Town of Hornellsville
• 2023 STOP DWI Plan
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2022
• Next meeting set for March 31, 2023

The board approved the minutes from the June 24, 2022, meeting. Members received updates on road paving projects, a speed limit extension on State Route 36, and the 2023 STOP DWI Plan.

• Approved minutes of the June 24, 2022, meeting

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will hold a public hearing on December 7, 2022, to hear comments on a proposed resolution allowing expanded use of videoconferencing for open public meetings under extraordinary circumstances. The hearing takes place in the Steuben County Legislative Chambers in Bath, NY, and all persons are invited to attend and be heard.

• Public hearing on proposed resolution allowing expanded videoconferencing for open public meetings under extraordinary circumstances
• Hearing at Steuben County Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, 20 East Morris Street, Bath, NY
• Proposed resolution available on County website

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider departmental requests, including approval of multiple 2023 contracts, a budget adjustment, and a personnel reclassification. The committee will also discuss receiving state funds for youth sports programs and other routine business. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Youth Bureau: Youth In Government Contract, approval to receive 2022 OCFS Sports Opportunities Funds, and Sports Opportunities Funds Contract
• Community Services: COLA budget adjustment, OMH Veterans Funding, and 2023 contracts
• Social Services: 2023 contracts and Foster Parents Recognition
• Personnel: Reclassify one vacant Staff Social Worker position (CSEA Grade L, $47,890-$70,830) to Senior Social Worker (CSEA Grade O, $55,438-$82,005)
• Office for the Aging, Public Health, and County Manager items

The committee approved numerous 2023 contracts for the departments of Community Services, Social Services, the Office for the Aging, and Public Health. It also authorized $100,000 in state funding for a veterans' peer-to-peer mental health support program and approved several youth sports and preschool speech pathology contracts.

• Approved $100,000 NYS Office of Mental Health funding for veterans peer support (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Community Services contracts, including $1.7M for Pathways, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Office for the Aging contracts, including $393,102 for ProAction nutrition (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Public Health contracts, including Planned Parenthood (4-1)
• Approved 2023 Social Services contracts, including $6,000 for DiMarco Consulting Group (5-0)
• Authorized $16,000 contract with Wendy Allard for Youth In Government (5-0)
• Authorized $8,372 in NYS Sports Opportunities Funds for youth programs (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying a vacant Staff Social Worker position to Senior Social Worker (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will consider several departmental requests, including accepting a CDBG Well and Septic Grant, authorizing a subrecipient agreement with Arbor, bidding a countywide A/C service and maintenance contract, workforce funding for Three Rivers, and an occupancy tax local law. The meeting also includes approval of the November 2, 2022 minutes.

• Accept CDBG Well and Septic Grant
• Authorization to Enter into Subrecipient Agreement with Arbor
• Authorization to Bid Countywide A/C Service and Maintenance Contract
• Workforce Funding – Three Rivers
• Occupancy Tax Local Law

The committee accepted a CDBG Well and Septic Grant and authorized a sub-recipient agreement with Arbor Development. Members approved several 2023 maintenance contracts and confirmed the appointment of Marie Myers Shearing as Planning Director. The committee also authorized the use of $28,000 in funds as a match for a state workforce grant.

• Accepted CDBG Well and Septic Grant of $198,000 (5-0)
• Authorized sub-recipient agreement with Arbor Development for CDBG grant (5-0)
• Authorized bid for countywide A/C services and maintenance contract (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Buildings & Grounds contracts for Eastern Security, Emergency Power Systems, Imperial Door Controls, SDS of NY, and Southern Tier Fire Extinguisher (5-0)
• Authorized Three Rivers to use approximately $28,000 as a match for a state workforce navigator grant (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Marie Myers Shearing as Planning Director effective January 9, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022, meeting (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider final adoption of a resolution allowing expanded videoconferencing for open meetings under extraordinary circumstances. The board will also discuss the treasurer's report, a Habitat for Humanity update on 271 Park Avenue, vacant lots, demolitions, rehabs, and a grant update.

• Public hearing and final vote on videoconferencing resolution
• Habitat for Humanity update: 271 Park Avenue
• Vacant lots: 3 Laine Court, Canisteo; 20 Townsend Avenue, Riverside; 8867 SR 415, Campbell; 274 Walnut Street, Hornell
• Demolition: 91 Hartshorn Street, Hornell
• Rehab: 360 Brewster Street, Riverside

The board adopted a resolution to allow videoconferencing for open public meetings under extraordinary circumstances. Members also approved a budget transfer between accounts and the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved resolution for expanded use of videoconferencing for public meetings (4-0)
• Authorized transfer of $7,050 from Renovations Account to Demolitions Account (4-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee approved several equipment and service contracts, including a legal RFP for fire and EMS services. They also authorized the purchase of a patrol vehicle and generator maintenance. The board discussed supplemental EMS coverage and an inmate housing cost saving of $384,000.

• Awarded generator maintenance bid to Emergency Power Systems for $3,650 annually (4-0)
• Awarded mini bid for one Dodge Durango unmarked road patrol vehicle to L.T. Begnal Motor Company for $35,185.18 (4-0)
• Approved $65.00 meal expense reimbursement for Sheriff's swearing-in ceremony (4-0)
• Awarded RFP for Certificate of Need application for fire and EMS services to Hannigan Law Firm, PLLC, not to exceed $16,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 7 and November 28, 2022 meetings (4-0)
• Set January meeting date for January 9, 2023 (4-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss highway and landfill operations, including shared salt agreements with local schools and villages, updates on equipment and bridge repairs, and several contract bids. The committee will also consider transferring funds for landfill wages and overtime, and rescheduling its January meeting.

• Shared services agreements for salt use from Cohocton Shop with Avoca Central School District and Village of Cohocton
• Update on Harder Road Bridge
• Transfer funds to landfill wages and overtime capital accounts
• Bids for aggregates, underground utilities location services, industrial mechanical services, cutting edges/sander chains/shoes, and professional forestry services extension
• Proposed date change for January meeting to January 9, 2023

The committee approved shared service agreements for salt purchases and awarded several bids for aggregates, utility location, and mechanical services. A budget transfer for the Wayland Transfer Station Capital Project was authorized, and a forestry services contract was extended.

• Approved salt purchase agreements with Avoca Central School District and Village of Cohocton (5-0)
• Authorized $80,000 budget transfer within Wayland Transfer Station Capital Project (5-0)
• Awarded quarry stone and crushed gravel bids to 12 vendors, including Spallina Materials, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded underground utilities location services RFP to USIC Locating Services (5-0)
• Awarded industrial mechanical services bid to Frey & Campell at $90.00 per hour (5-0)
• Awarded cutting edges, sander chains & shoes bids to five vendors on a line item basis (5-0)
• Extended Professional Forestry Services bid for one year ending Dec 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Set January meeting date for January 9, 2023 (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education and Administration committees approved the creation of two zero-based 16(B) staff social worker positions in the Department of Community Services. These positions are funded in the tentative 2023 budget and transition roles from contract staff to internal staff.

• Approved creation of two zero-based 16(B) staff social worker positions (5-0 HSH&E, 5-0 Administration)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding a special session to adopt the 2023 county budget and set salaries for elected and appointed officials. The meeting includes public hearings on the budget and several watershed districts, followed by resolutions to finalize the budget and related district levies.

• Final adoption of Local Law No. 5 of 2022 setting 2023 salaries for county officials
• Adoption of the 2023 county budget and appropriation resolution
• Public hearings on Marsh Ditch, Upper Five Mile Creek, and Lamoka/Waneta Lakes watershed districts
• Approval of zero-based 16(B) positions in the tentative 2023 budget
• Filing of assessment rolls and tax levies for three watershed protection districts

The County Legislature approved the 2023 annual budget and an appropriation resolution setting the tax levy at $52,295,266.00, reduced by sales tax credits and other offsets. The board also established 2023 salaries for several elected and appointed officials and created three new positions.

• Adopted 2023 annual budget (Roll Call)
• Approved 2023 appropriation resolution with tax levy of $52,295,266.00 (Roll Call)
• Adopted Local Law No. 5 establishing 2023 salaries for officials including Sheriff and County Attorney (Roll Call)
• Created and funded three positions: one Paralegal Assistant and two Staff Social Workers (Roll Call)
• Approved 2023 budget for Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District at $12,500 (Roll Call)
• Approved 2023 budget for Upper Five Mile Creek Watershed Protection District at $44,302 (Roll Call)
• Directed levy of $42,381.00 for Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Protection and Rehabilitation District (Roll Call)
• Approved 2022 assessment rolls for Marsh Ditch, Upper Five Mile Creek, and Lamoka/Waneta Lakes districts (Roll Call)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 28, 2022, to consider a range of resolutions including accepting grants, amending fees, and authorizing personnel changes. They will also address tax-related matters and fill a vacancy caused by the death of Legislator Guy R. Hammond.

• Accepting Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant
• Amending E-Waste Collection Tip Fee
• Authorizing Contingency Fund Transfer to Jail Kitchen and Food Line Item
• Creating 16 permanent part-time Correction Officer positions in Sheriff's Office
• Filling vacancy caused by death of Legislator Guy R. Hammond

The County Legislature appointed Nicholas D. Pelham to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Legislator Guy R. Hammond. The board also approved several state grants, updated coroner compensation, and eliminated fees for e-waste recycling.

• Appointed Nicholas D. Pelham to District 3 vacancy (Adopted)
• Eliminated tip fee for CRT and non-CRT televisions and computer monitors (Adopted)
• Approved $651,564 Upstate Family Defense Quality Improvement grant (Adopted)
• Approved $172,413 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant (Adopted)
• Approved $150,000 contingency fund transfer for jail kitchen and food (Adopted)
• Adopted Steuben County Fire Mobilization Mutual Aid Plan (Adopted)
• Created 16 permanent part-time Correction Officer positions (Adopted)
• Proposed increase in Coroner and Coroner's Physician compensation (Adopted for public hearing)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Administration Committee will hold special joint meetings on Nov. 28, 2022, to discuss several personnel and administrative items. These include a local law on coroners' salaries, creating new positions in the Public Defender's Office and Department of Community Services, and a parking lot change order for the Ad Hoc Office Space Committee.

• Local Law re: Coroners' Salary
• Creating one zero-based Paralegal Assistant position in Public Defender's Office (16B Position)
• Creating two zero-based Staff Social Worker positions in Department of Community Services (16B Positions)
• Parking Lot Change Order for Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections and Administration Committees approved a local law to increase salaries for coroners and coroners' aides. They also authorized the creation of one grant-funded paralegal assistant position in the Public Defender's Office.

• Approved local law to increase salary for coroners and coroners' aides (PS&C 5-0, Admin 5-0)
• Authorized creation of one zero-based 16(B) paralegal assistant position in the Public Defender's Office (PS&C 5-0, Admin 5-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special committee meetings on November 28, 2022, prior to the regular Legislative Meeting. The joint Public Safety & Corrections / Administration committees will discuss a local law on coroners' salaries and creating a paralegal assistant position in the Public Defender's Office. The joint HSH&E / Administration committees will consider creating two staff social worker positions in the Department of Community Services. The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will review a parking lot change order.

• Local Law re: Coroners' Salary
• Creating one zero-based paralegal assistant position in Public Defender's Office
• Creating two zero-based staff social worker positions in Department of Community Services
• Parking lot change order

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved a change order for Building Innovation Group to address drainage requirements. The funds will be sourced from construction contingency.

• Approved $18,369 change order for Building Innovation Group for catch basins and curb cuttings (6-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections and Administration committees approved a local law to increase salaries for coroners and coroners' aides. They also authorized the creation of one grant-funded paralegal assistant position in the Public Defender's Office.

• Approved local law to increase salary for coroners and coroners' aides (PS&C 5-0, Admin 5-0)
• Authorized creation of one zero-based 16(B) paralegal assistant position in the Public Defender's Office (PS&C 5-0, Admin 5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Human Services, Health & Education Committee is meeting jointly with the Administration Committee to discuss creating two zero-based staff social worker positions in the Department of Community Services. The agenda also includes a joint Public Safety & Corrections/Administration meeting on a local law regarding coroners' salary and a paralegal assistant position, plus an Ad Hoc Office Space Committee meeting on a parking lot change order. These are discussion items prior to the full legislative meeting.

• Local Law Re: Coroners' Salary
• Creating one zero-based paralegal assistant position in Public Defender's Office
• Creating two zero-based staff social worker positions in Department of Community Services
• Parking lot change order (Ad Hoc Office Space Committee)

The Human Services, Health & Education and Administration committees approved the creation of two zero-based 16(B) staff social worker positions within the Department of Community Services. These positions are funded in the tentative 2023 budget and transition roles from contract staff to internal staff.

• Approved creation of two zero-based 16(B) staff social worker positions (5-0 HSH&E, 5-0 Administration)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on November 28, 2022, to consider Local Law No. 5 of 2022, which establishes annual salaries for certain elected or appointed officials and department heads with fixed terms for fiscal year 2023. The law lists specific salaries for nine positions, including the County Attorney at $152,252 and the Sheriff at $105,483. The hearing is open to the public, and accommodations are available upon request.

• County Attorney salary set at $152,252
• Commissioner of Social Services salary set at $129,073
• Sheriff salary set at $105,483
• Commissioner of Finance and Public Works each set at $112,778
• Clerk of Legislature salary set at $82,171

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing to consider objections to the 2022 assessment roll for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Protection and Rehabilitation District, which has been filed for public inspection. The hearing is scheduled for November 28, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. in Bath, NY.

• Public hearing on 2022 assessment roll for Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Protection and Rehabilitation District
• Assessment roll filed with Steuben County Real Property Tax Service Agency
• Hearing to be held at Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor Annex Building, Bath, NY

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on November 28, 2022, to consider objections to the 2022 assessment roll for the Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District, covering the Towns of Dansville and Hornellsville. The roll is available for public inspection at the Steuben County Real Property Tax Service Agency in Bath, NY.

• Public hearing on 2022 assessment roll for Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District
• Roll covers budget year 2023
• Hearing at Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Accessibility accommodations available by contacting Clerk's office at 607-664-2247

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the 2022 assessment roll for the Upper Five Mile Creek Watershed Protection District, covering the Towns of Prattsburgh, Wheeler, and Urbana. The roll has been filed with the Real Property Tax Service Agency for public inspection. The hearing is to consider objections to the roll.

• Public hearing on 2022 assessment roll for Upper Five Mile Creek Watershed Protection District
• Assessment roll filed with Steuben County Real Property Tax Service Agency
• Hearing scheduled for November 28, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. in Bath, NY
• Accommodations for disabilities and translation available upon request

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will conduct a public hearing on the tentative 2023 county budget on November 28, 2022. The hearing is an opportunity for residents to comment on the proposed spending plan. The agenda also specifies maximum salaries for county officials for the fiscal year.

• Public hearing on tentative 2023 county budget
• Maximum salary for County Legislature members: $15,000 each
• Maximum salary for County Legislature Chairman: $27,000
• County Manager salary: $158,802
• Budget available for inspection after November 15

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature's Shared Services Panel will hold two public hearings on November 17, 2022, to hear comments on the proposed County Shared Services Plan. The hearings are part of the County-wide Shared Services Property Tax Savings Plan Law process. Written comments are accepted until November 18, 2022.

• Public hearings on proposed Steuben County Shared Services Plan
• Hearings at 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on November 17, 2022
• Location: Legislative Chambers, Steuben County Annex Building, 20 E. Morris St, Bath, NY
• Written comments due by November 18, 2022 to County Manager Jack K. Wheeler
• Accommodations for disabilities and translation available with advance notice

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature's Shared Services Panel will hold two public hearings on November 17, 2022, to hear comments on the proposed County-wide Shared Services Plan. The hearings are required by the Shared Services Property Tax Savings Plan Law. Written comments may be submitted to the County Manager until November 18, 2022.

• Public hearings on proposed Steuben County Shared Services Plan
• Hearings at 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on November 17, 2022
• Location: Legislative Chambers, Steuben County Annex Building, 20 E. Morris St, Bath, NY
• Written comments due by November 18, 2022 to County Manager Jack K. Wheeler

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding a special session primarily to present the Budget Message. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and announcements, plus a budget workshop and a provision to address urgent county matters requiring a 15-vote supermajority. No specific budget figures or other substantive actions are listed.

• Presentation of the Budget Message
• Budget workshop session
• Provision for urgent county matters requiring 15 affirmative votes

County Manager Mr. Wheeler presented the proposed 2023 budget, which includes a 1.5% increase in the property tax levy and a 5.53% decrease in the average full-value tax rate. The session consisted of a budget presentation and workshop; no formal votes to adopt the budget were recorded.

• Presented 2023 budget proposal with a 1.5% property tax levy increase
• Proposed $500,000 to support municipal EMS Certificate of Need application process
• Proposed $1.9M for Public Works highway major equipment
• Proposed $1.143M for Landfill major equipment via Enterprise Fund
• Proposed $1.816M for General Fund capital projects
• Proposed $34.7M total County share for sales tax revenue

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several financial items, including grant applications, budget transfers, and a semi-annual mortgage tax distribution. The agenda also includes a review of monthly financial reports and sales tax payments to municipalities, followed by an executive session on a proposed real property transaction. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Approval of Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant - $172,413.00
• Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Distribution
• Upstate Family Defense Quality Improvement & Caseload Reduction Grant
• FY2020 Cyber Security Grant
• Executive session on proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property

The committee authorized the acceptance of four grants for public safety, legal services, and IT. It also approved budget transfers for jail overtime and food, and updated the highway equipment list.

• Approved semi-annual mortgage tax distribution of $860,672.64 (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $172,413.00 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $651,564 Upstate Family Defense grant (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $50,000 FY2020 Cyber Security Grant (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $18,300 bulletproof vests grant (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 transfer from Salary and Wages to Overtime in Jail Budget (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 transfer from Contingency Fund to Kitchen & Food in Jail Budget (4-0)
• Approved deleting two box trucks and one mechanic truck to add one 2022 Hyundai HL960 Wheel Loader (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several administrative items, including personnel reclassifications, tax-related requests, and a fleet management contract renewal. Public comment is not offered at this meeting; it is only available at monthly Legislative Meetings.

• Reclassify vacant Senior Typist (CSEA Grade F, $35,736-$52,861) to Paralegal Assistant (CSEA Grade J, $43,437-$64,253) in District Attorney's Office
• Reclassify zero-based Senior Social Worker (CSEA Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) to Chief Fiscal Officer (Management Grade H, $59,216-$92,595) in Dept. of Community Services
• Set appointing salary for Jail Superintendent at Management Grade I, Step 8 ($84,713)
• Adopt Table of Equalization Rates and file County Equalization report
• Enterprise Fleet Management Contract Renewal

The committee approved several IT security expenditures, including a $50,000 grant and software purchase. It also authorized personnel reclassifications and the creation of 16 part-time court security positions. A request for a tax exemption for the Village of Cohocton was not approved.

• Approved acceptance of FY2020 Cyber Security Grant for $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Beyond Trust software for $14,382 (5-0)
• Approved semi-annual mortgage tax distribution of $860,672.64 (5-0)
• Adopted Table of Equalization Rates, Report of County Equalization, and Percent Change Report (5-0)
• Authorized penalty taxes on 20 acres of converted agricultural land in Troupsburg (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying a Senior Typist to Paralegal Assistant and a Senior Social Worker to Chief Fiscal Officer (5-0)
• Created 16 permanent part-time Correction Officer positions for court security at $20.00 per hour (5-0)
• Authorized renewal of Enterprise Fleet Management contract through April 18, 2026 (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee approved several grants for the Public Defender and Director of Public Safety, including $651,564 for family defense and $172,413 for domestic terrorism prevention. The Sheriff's Office received authorization for budget transfers totaling $350,000 to cover overtime and food costs. Additionally, the committee approved the creation of 16 part-time court security positions.

• Approved $651,564 Upstate Family Defense grant (5-0)
• Approved Steuben County Fire Mobilization Mutual Aid Plan (5-0)
• Renewed Linstar contract for $3,612.11 (5-0)
• Renewed Code Red contract for $23,518.69 (5-0)
• Approved $172,413 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant (5-0)
• Renewed PrimeCare contract for one year (5-0)
• Awarded uniform bids to United Uniform and Ranger Outfitters (5-0)
• Approved $18,300 bulletproof vests grant (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to handle routine highway, landfill, and bidding business. Members will vote on removing old trucks from the equipment list and adding a new wheel loader, and will consider eliminating the e-waste collection tip fee. The agenda also includes updates on landfill permits and gas-to-energy projects, plus several contract extensions and one-time purchases.

• Delete 2 box trucks with lift gates ($170,000) and a mechanic-style truck ($60,500) from Major Equipment List
• Add 2022 Hyundai HL960 Wheel Loader ($212,000) to Major Equipment List
• Amend E-Waste Collection Tip Fee from $15.00/unit to $0.00/unit
• NYSDOT Shared Service Agreement to use salt from Greenwood Shop
• Bids: tires for Bath Landfill, lab analysis of environmental samples, and extensions for freon removal, oxygen/acetylene, bottled water, leachate tank cleaning, and utility permit consulting

The Public Works Committee approved the start of the bidding process for the landfill cell expansion following permit approval from the DEC. The committee also eliminated the e-waste tip fee for televisions and monitors and awarded several equipment and service contracts.

• Authorized bids for landfill cell expansion construction (4-0)
• Changed e-waste collection tip fee for televisions and monitors from $15.00 to $0.00 effective Dec 1, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved deleting two box trucks ($170,000) and one mechanic truck ($60,500) to add one 2022 Hyundai HL960 Wheel Loader ($212,000) (4-0)
• Authorized shared services agreement with NYSDOT for salt use at Greenwood Shop (4-0)
• Awarded environmental sample laboratory analysis to Eurofins Environment Testing for $175,369.00 per year for two years (4-0)
• Awarded Bath landfill tire purchase to McCarthy Tire Service, Parmenter, Inc., Sedam Tire, and Tallmadge Tire Service (4-0)
• Extended bid awards for Freon recycling, oxygen & acetylene, bottled water, leachate tank inspection, and utility permit consulting through Dec 31, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 3, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several property-related items, including a treasurer's report, an update on a Habitat for Humanity project at 271 Park Avenue, demolitions of multiple properties, rehabs of two properties, and a grant update. The board will also consider entering executive session to discuss potential real property transactions.

• Demolition bid award for 91 Hartshorn Street, Hornell
• Demolitions listed for 3 Laine Court (Canisteo), 20 Townsend Avenue (Riverside), 8867 SR 415 (Campbell), 274 Walnut Street (Hornell)
• Rehabs listed for 360 Brewster Street (Riverside) and 6 Hillview Drive (Bath)
• Habitat for Humanity update on 271 Park Avenue
• Executive session for proposed acquisition, sale, or lease of real property

The Land Bank authorized an RFP for a ranch-style home in Riverside and awarded a demolition contract in Hornell. The board also approved a budget transfer and the sale of a property in Hornell.

• Approved RFP for architectural/engineering services for a ranch-style home at 20 Townsend Avenue, Riverside (4-0)
• Awarded demolition bid for 91 Hartshorn Street, Hornell to MJR Partners for $9,700 (4-0)
• Authorized sale of 274 Walnut Street, Hornell for $8,000 (4-0)
• Approved transfer of $22,000 from Renovations line to Demolition Costs line (4-0)
• Authorized public hearing for resolution regarding expanded use of videoconferencing (4-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with County Manager’s Office for Land Bank Executive Director services (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 5, 2022 meeting

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider several departmental requests, including a personnel reclassification, contract extensions, and approvals for recognition events. The agenda includes items from the Office for the Aging, Department of Social Services, and Personnel. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Reclassify one Senior Social Worker position (CSEA Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) to Chief Fiscal Officer (Management Grade H, $59,216-$92,595)
• Award RFP for Burial Services
• Extend Arnot Health Homebound Vaccine Contract
• Approve meeting expense increases for OFA Volunteer and Advisory Council Recognition
• Adoption Day

The committee authorized additional spending for Office for the Aging recognition events and extended a COVID-19 vaccine contract for homebound residents. It also approved the reclassification of a Senior Social Worker position to a Chief Fiscal Officer position in the Department of Community Services.

• Approved additional $800 for OFA Volunteer Recognition event (5-0)
• Approved $600 for OFA Advisory Council recognition event (5-0)
• Approved contract extension with Arnot Health for homebound COVID vaccines through December 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying a Senior Social Worker position to Chief Fiscal Officer in Department of Community Services (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee is meeting to approve minutes from October 5 and October 24, 2022, and to consider a departmental request for a 2023 Livingston County Weights & Measures Contract in the amount of $62,500. The Steuben County Industrial Development Agency will also provide an activity update. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• 2023 Livingston County Weights & Measures Contract ($62,500)
• Approval of minutes from October 5 and October 24, 2022
• Steuben County Industrial Development Agency activity update

The committee approved the renewal of a service contract with Livingston County. The Steuben County Industrial Development Agency provided updates on various local infrastructure, housing, and energy projects.

• Approved renewal of Weights & Measures contract with Livingston County for $62,500 plus IRS mileage (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 5 and October 24, 2022 meetings (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 24, 2022, to consider resolutions on county operations, including setting 2023 salaries for officials, authorizing a $250,000 vehicle purchase for the Sheriff's Office, and scheduling public hearings on the tentative budget and watershed assessment rolls. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, committee reports, and appointments.

• Resolution 3: Establish 2023 salaries for elected/appointed officials and department heads
• Resolution 5: Authorize $250,000 from Traffic Diversion Program for Sheriff's Office vehicles
• Resolution 6/7: Appropriate opioid settlement funds to CASA-Trinity for DIVERT and AIR programs
• Resolution 10: Award Jail Food Services RFP to Trinity Services Group
• Resolution 21: Set public hearing on tentative 2023 budget

The Steuben County Legislature approved a local law setting 2023 salaries for elected officials and department heads, with a public hearing scheduled for November 28. They also authorized a $250,000 transfer from the Traffic Diversion Program to purchase five Dodge Durangos for the Sheriff's Office, and ratified the October 2022 delinquent tax auction sales. Additionally, they approved $60,630 and $108,200 in opioid settlement funds to CASA-Trinity for treatment programs, and awarded a jail food services contract to Trinity Services Group.

• Approved 2023 salaries for elected officials and department heads via Local Law Tentatively No. Five (acclamation)
• Authorized $250,000 from Traffic Diversion Program for five Sheriff's Office vehicles (roll call, adopted)
• Ratified delinquent tax auction sales from October 5-12, 2022 (roll call, adopted; 2 abstentions)
• Approved $60,630 in opioid settlement funds to CASA-Trinity for DIVERT program (roll call, adopted)
• Approved $108,200 in opioid settlement funds to CASA-Trinity for AIR program (roll call, adopted)
• Awarded jail food services RFP to Trinity Services Group (roll call, adopted)
• Awarded electrical and paving bids for Woodlands Inc. to John Mills Electric for $822,800 (roll call, adopted)
• Set legislator salary at $15,000/year and chair at $27,000/year for 2023 (roll call, adopted; 3 no votes)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Finance Committee is meeting for a budget workshop. The agenda includes only this workshop, with no specific budget items listed. Other committees meeting the same day will discuss the Woodlands CDBG project bids, an FTA grant application, and an EMS study.

• Budget Workshop
• Awarding bids for Woodlands CDBG Project (Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee)
• Authorizing application to FTA Section 5311 Rural Areas Program (Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee)
• EMS Study (Public Safety & Corrections Committee)

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved a $500,000 appropriation for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in the 2023 budget and authorized a 1.5% tax levy increase, with $2 million from sales tax and the balance from unrestricted fund balance. Both motions passed 5-0. The committee also discussed adjustments to the 2023 budget, including increased interest earnings and community college chargebacks.

• Approved $500,000 appropriation for EMS in 2023 budget (5-0)
• Authorized 1.5% tax levy increase with $2 million from sales tax and balance from unrestricted fund balance (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee voted unanimously to authorize the county manager to start the Certificate of Need process for EMS services and to issue a Request for Proposals for ALS and BLS services. Discussion included timing, costs, and potential countywide coordination. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized county manager to start Certificate of Need process for EMS services (5-0)
• Authorized county manager and purchasing director to issue RFP for ALS and BLS EMS services (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee is meeting before the full Legislature to act on two items: awarding bids for the Woodlands Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project and authorizing an application for federal transit funding under the FTA's Section 5311 program. The meeting is scheduled for 9:45 A.M. on October 24, 2022, in the Legislative Chambers.

• Awarding bids for the Woodlands CDBG project
• Authorizing application to 2021-2023 FTA Formula Grants for Rural Areas (Section 5311)

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee awarded a $822,800 bid to John Mills Electric for electrical upgrades and paving at the Woodlands CDBG Project, and authorized submission of a 2021-2023 Section 5311 grant application for transit funding. Both motions passed unanimously 5-0.

• Awarded $822,800 bid to John Mills Electric for Woodlands CDBG electrical and paving improvements (5-0)
• Authorized submission of 2021-2023 Federal Transit Administration Section 5311 grant application (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is holding a special meeting to authorize the Director of Information Technology to renew a contract for the FileBound software program. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Authorize renewal of FileBound software contract

The Administration Committee approved a one-year renewal of the Filebound electronic document storage contract through Instream at a cost of $13,110. The motion passed unanimously 5-0. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved $13,110 Filebound contract renewal (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to review department requests, including a pretrial services grant, a contingency transfer for the coroner's budget, jail food services, vehicle purchases, and opioid settlement funding. They will also discuss monthly financial reports, an investment policy, and may enter executive session regarding real property. The meeting is a regular business session, not a public hearing.

• County Pretrial Services Grant - $199,191
• Contingency Fund Transfer to Coroner's Budget - $100,000
• Opioid Settlement Funding: CASA-Trinity DIVERT Program - $60,630; AIR Program - $108,200
• Jail Food Services and Purchase of Vehicles for Sheriff's Office
• Executive session on proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved several funding actions, including a $199,191 state grant for pretrial services, a $100,000 contingency transfer to the coroner's budget due to high overdose-related deaths, and a contract with Trinity for jail food services at $3.00-$3.09 per meal. The committee also authorized $250,000 from the Traffic Diversion program for five new sheriff's vehicles and allocated $168,830 in opioid settlement funds to CASA-Trinity for the DIVERT and AIR programs. Changes to the county investment policy were approved, and the county joined the NY Muni Trust partnership.

• Accepted $199,191 state pretrial services grant (5-0)
• Authorized $100,000 contingency transfer to coroner's budget (5-0)
• Awarded jail food services contract to Trinity at $3.00-$3.09/meal (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 for five Dodge Durangos from Falls Dodge for sheriff (5-0)
• Allocated $60,630 opioid settlement to CASA-Trinity DIVERT program (5-0)
• Allocated $108,200 opioid settlement to CASA-Trinity AIR program (5-0)
• Approved changes to county investment policy (5-0)
• Authorized county to join NY Muni Trust partnership (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee held a budget workshop, approving several motions related to the 2023 budget. They reduced the United Way appropriation to $10,000 for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and removed room tax funding for Heritage Village until a policy is defined. They also approved increasing coroner per-case rates and including $90,000 in revenue for a Probation pretrial services grant. The committee discussed various budget items, including personnel costs, health insurance, and jail expenses, but no final budget was adopted.

• Reduced United Way appropriation to $10,000 for Dolly Parton Imagination Library (5-0)
• Removed room tax appropriation to Heritage Village until policy is in place (5-0)
• Approved remaining outside agency requests except Southern Tier Library System at 2022 level (5-0)
• Included $90,000 in revenue for Probation's pretrial services grant (5-0)
• Increased coroner per-case rates: $235/case, physician $130/case, aides $155/case (4-0-1)
• Motion to change DA's SUV from purchase to lease failed due to lack of second

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to approve past minutes and discuss new business, specifically a proposal by the County Manager to extend the committee's authority. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 25, May 23, July 26, and September 26, 2022 meetings
• Discussion of extending the Ad Hoc Office Space Committee's authority

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee voted unanimously to extend its authority to include the Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Project and the Highway Shop Construction Projects. The committee had already authorized the bidding process for these projects. The motion passed 6-0 and requires a resolution.

• Extended committee authority to oversee Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Project (6-0)
• Extended committee authority to oversee Highway Shop Construction Projects (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 25, May 23, July 26, and September 26, 2022 meetings (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will meet to consider several administrative items, including bid awards for custodial paper products and polyethylene bags, authorization for a surplus equipment auction, a personnel reclassification, and appointments and salary determinations for 2023. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers.

• Bid awards for custodial paper products and polyethylene bags
• Authorization for surplus equipment auction
• Reclassify one vacant Public Health Nurse position (CSEA Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) to Supervising Public Health Nurse (CSEA Grade Q, $61,120-$90,411)
• Safety Committee appointments
• 2023 Management Salaries and Legislator Salaries

The Administration Committee voted to set legislator salaries at $15,000 per year and the chairman's salary at $27,000, and approved multiple management salary increases including a 2-step raise for the deputy county manager to $99,553 and a 4% cost-of-living increase for non-grid management employees. The committee also awarded custodial paper product bids, authorized the annual surplus auction, reclassified a public health nurse position, and amended the Safety Committee composition.

• Approved legislator salary increase to $15,000 and chairman to $27,000 (5-0)
• Authorized 2-step increase for deputy county manager to $99,553 (5-0)
• Authorized 4% cost-of-living increase for management employees not in salary grid (4-1)
• Approved 2-step increase for Board of Elections commissioners to $67,328 (3-2)
• Set county clerk salary at $77,369 and deputy county clerk at $74,687 (5-0)
• Awarded custodial paper products bid to Central Poly, Economy, Hill & Markes, Sanico (5-0)
• Authorized annual surplus auction (5-0)
• Reclassified vacant public health nurse position to supervising public health nurse (4-1)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will meet to review departmental requests. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Occupancy Tax Local Law.

• Occupancy Tax Local Law

The committee postponed a proposed amendment to the county's occupancy tax local law that would expand the definition of 'hotel' to include online rental properties and bungalows. The postponement was approved 4-0, with the item moved to the November 2, 2022 meeting. Members cited concerns about enforcement, public education, and revenue use, and requested more information before voting.

• Postponed occupancy tax amendment to November 2, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to discuss and act on several property-related items, including a treasurer's report, an update on a Habitat for Humanity project at 271 Park Avenue, demolitions, awarding an RFP for rehab at 360 Brewster St., and approving a bid for demolition of 91 Hawthorn St. in Hornell. The board will also consider an executive session on property acquisition or sale.

• Award RFP for rehab at 360 Brewster St.
• Approval to issue bid for demolition of 91 Hawthorn St., Hornell
• Habitat for Humanity update for 271 Park Avenue
• Demolitions discussion
• Treasurer's report

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved a $99,515 contract to CNE for rehab of 360 Brewster Street (Riverside), adopted the 2023 budget, and authorized a bid for demolition of 91 Hartshorn Street in Hornell. The board also approved the sale of 179 Madison Avenue to the City of Hornell for $1.00 and authorized a policy for remote attendance under extraordinary circumstances.

• Awarded RFP for 360 Brewster St. rehab to CNE for $99,515 (5-0)
• Adopted 2023 Land Bank budget as presented (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to issue bid for demolition of 91 Hartshorn Street, Hornell (5-0)
• Approved sale of 179 Madison Avenue, Hornell to City of Hornell for $1.00 (5-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to draft policy for board member attendance via Zoom under extraordinary circumstances (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including opioid settlement funding for CASA-Trinity programs, a preschool contract, an increase to the AIM contract, and a personnel reclassification. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Opioid settlement funding for CASA-Trinity DIVERT, AIR, and Methadone Clinic @ Hornell Site
• Preschool contract from Public Health
• Increase AIM contract and approve meeting expense for OFA Volunteer Recognition
• Reclassify one vacant Public Health Nurse (Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) to Supervising Public Health Nurse (Grade Q, $61,120-$90,411)

The committee approved $60,630 from opioid settlement funds for CASA-Trinity's DIVERT program, which places peer specialists with police to connect substance users to treatment. It also approved $108,200 for the AIR recovery program and postponed a $221,357 request for a methadone clinic until November. Other actions included authorizing a preschool physical therapy contract, increasing an AIM home care contract by $18,041, and approving $650 for an Office for the Aging volunteer event.

• Approved $60,630 from opioid settlement funds for CASA-Trinity DIVERT program (3-0)
• Approved $108,200 from opioid settlement funds for CASA-Trinity AIR recovery program (3-0)
• Postponed $221,357 request for CASA-Trinity methadone clinic until November 2, 2022 (3-0)
• Authorized preschool physical therapy contract with Sarah Hilton at $70/session, $35/group (3-0)
• Authorized $18,041 increase to AIM home care contract (3-0)
• Authorized $650 for Office for the Aging volunteer recognition event (3-0)
• Approved reclassification of vacant Public Health Nurse to Supervising Public Health Nurse (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved several key actions, including a $250,000 purchase of five Dodge Durangos for the Sheriff's Office using Traffic Diversion funds, a five-year agreement with BOCES for two full-time deputies, and a jail food services contract with Trinity at $3.00-$3.09 per meal. They also authorized a $100,000 contingency transfer to the Coroner's budget, a $15,484 microwave maintenance agreement with Aviat, and a $199,191 pretrial services grant. The committee discussed a forfeiture audit and the ongoing conflict defender rate issue but took no action on those topics.

• Approved $250,000 purchase of five Dodge Durangos from Falls Dodge (5-0)
• Approved five-year BOCES agreement for two full-time deputies (5-0)
• Awarded jail food services RFP to Trinity at $3.00-$3.09 per meal (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 contingency transfer to Coroner's 2022 budget (5-0)
• Approved $15,484 annual Aviat microwave maintenance agreement (5-0)
• Approved $199,191 DCJS pretrial services grant (5-0)
• Approved Twin Tier Pathology contract rate increase to $1,100 per autopsy for 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to consider a supplemental agreement with Bergmann for construction inspection on the CR115 BridgeNY project, and to review the environmental review (SEQR) for the Landfill Gas Utilization Project. The committee will also open bids for traffic signs, a loader, and reinforcing steel. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Supplemental agreement with Bergmann for construction inspection/support on CR115 BridgeNY project
• SEQR review and determination of significance for Landfill Gas Utilization Project
• Bids for traffic signs and delineators
• Bids for Case 580SN T4 4WD loader (parts and labor)
• Bids for reinforcing steel bars

The Public Works Committee approved a $10,776 supplemental agreement with Bergmann for construction inspection on the CR 115 BridgeNY Project, with the county's share at $538.80. It also approved SEQR environmental review for the Landfill Gas Utilization Project, finding no significant impacts. Bids were awarded for traffic signs, a loader, and reinforcing steel bars. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved supplemental agreement with Bergmann for CR 115 BridgeNY inspection ($10,776 total, county share $538.80) (4-0)
• Approved SEQR Environmental Assessment Form Part 2 and Part 3 for Landfill Gas Utilization Project, no significant impacts (4-0)
• Awarded bid for traffic signs and delineators to Eastern Metal, Garden State Highway Products, and Vulcan Inc. on line-item basis (4-0)
• Awarded bid for Case 580SN T4 4WD Loader (parts & labor) to Monroe Tractor & Implement Co., Inc. ($26,156.64) (4-0)
• Awarded bid for reinforcing steel bars to low bidder Chemung Supply Corp. ($58,320.00) (4-0)

Traffic Safety Board

The Traffic Safety Board meeting scheduled for September 30, 2022, has been cancelled and rescheduled for December 9, 2022. No other business is on the agenda.

• September 30, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Rescheduled to December 9, 2022

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Ad Hoc Office Space Committee, meeting jointly with the Administration/Finance Committee, will consider several items related to the Highway Shops Construction Project. Actions include approving a contract amendment with LaBella, awarding a plumbing and mechanical bid, and allocating ARPA funds to the project.

• Approve LaBella contract amendment
• Award plumbing and mechanical bid for Highway Shops Construction Project
• Allocate ARPA funds to new capital project 'Highway Shops Construction'
• Contingency fund transfer for elections (voting machine warranty)

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved an amendment to LaBella's architectural and engineering contract for the highway shops construction project, locking in a cost of $712,314 based on actual bids. They also awarded plumbing and mechanical bids to Frey & Campbell for $515,000 and $419,800 respectively, despite not being the lowest bidders, because the lower bidders lacked required paperwork. A change order deduction of $149,800 for mechanical controls was also authorized.

• Approved LaBella contract amendment to $712,314 for A&E services (6-0)
• Awarded mechanical bid to Frey & Campbell for $419,800 (5-1, Swackhamer opposed)
• Awarded plumbing bid to Frey & Campbell for $515,000 (5-1, Swackhamer opposed)
• Authorized $149,800 change order deduction for mechanical controls (6-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding its regular monthly meeting with 27 proposed resolutions and one memorialization. Key items include designating the county as lead agency for a landfill gas utilization project, awarding a plumbing bid for highway shop construction, allocating ARPA funds and $110,000 for a Safe Schools Initiative, and opposing the state's Concealed Carry Improvement Act. The agenda also includes routine items like accepting grants, fund transfers, and reclassifying two vacant positions.

• Designating Steuben County as lead agency for SEQR review of proposed Landfill Gas Utilization Project
• Awarding plumbing and mechanical bid for Highway Shop Construction Projects
• Allocating $110,000 from General Fund to new 'Safe Schools Initiative' capital project
• Authorizing appropriation of Opioid Settlement Funds
• Opposing the Concealed Carry Improvement Act (CCIA) via memorialization

The Steuben County Legislature adopted a new county mission statement and core values, and passed a resolution opposing the New York State Concealed Carry Improvement Act. The board also approved $8.5 million in ARPA funds for highway shop construction, awarded plumbing and mechanical bids for the project, and allocated $110,000 for a Safe Schools Initiative. Multiple grants and fund transfers were accepted, including $1.5 million for interoperable communications and $678,000 in opioid settlement funds.

• Adopted county mission statement and core values (unanimous)
• Opposed NY Concealed Carry Improvement Act (adopted, 2 no votes)
• Allocated $8M unrestricted and $500K restricted ARPA funds to Highway Shop Construction (adopted)
• Awarded plumbing bid $515,000 and mechanical bid $419,800 to Frey & Campbell (adopted)
• Allocated $110,000 from General Fund to Safe Schools Initiative (adopted, 1 no vote)
• Accepted $1,508,456 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant (adopted)
• Appropriated $309,496 from Opioid Settlement Funds for treatment and prevention (adopted)
• Approved change order deducting $149,800 from highway shop mechanical contract (adopted)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Administration/Finance, Ad Hoc Office Space, and joint committees are meeting to discuss several items: a contingency fund transfer for voting machine warranties, a contract amendment with LaBella, awarding a plumbing and mechanical bid for the Highway Shops construction project, and allocating ARPA funds to that project. These are decisions or discussions that will be considered prior to the regular legislative meeting.

• Contingency Fund Transfer for Elections (Voting Machine Warranty)
• Approve LaBella Contract Amendment
• Awarding Plumbing and Mechanical Bid for Highway Shops Construction Project
• Allocating ARPA Funds to New Capital Project 'Highway Shops Construction'

The joint Administration and Finance Committees approved a $54,957 contingency fund transfer to the Board of Elections for a two-year extended warranty on existing voting machines. The transfer was needed because the vendor, the only company certified by the State Board of Elections, offered the warranty after initially pushing for new machine purchases, and no funds were previously appropriated. Both committees voted unanimously 5-0 in favor.

• Approved $54,957 contingency fund transfer for voting machine extended warranty (5-0 each committee)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee and related committees are meeting to consider several items: a contingency fund transfer for voting machine warranties, a contract amendment with LaBella for office space work, awarding a plumbing and mechanical bid for the Highway Shops construction project, and allocating ARPA funds to that project. These are decisions to be made at the meeting.

• Contingency Fund Transfer for Elections (Voting Machine Warranty)
• Approve Labella Contract Amendment
• Awarding the Plumbing and Mechanical Bid for the Highway Shops Construction Project
• Allocating ARPA Funds to New Capital Project Entitled 'Highway Shops Construction'

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee and Finance Committee held a special joint meeting and approved a motion to allocate $500,000 in restricted ARPA funds and $8,000,000 in unrestricted ARPA funds to a new capital project titled 'Highway Shops Construction'. The motion carried unanimously in both committees (6-0 Office Space, 5-0 Finance). The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved allocating $500,000 in restricted ARPA funds and $8,000,000 in unrestricted ARPA funds to new capital project 'Highway Shops Construction' (6-0 Office Space, 5-0 Finance)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The joint Office Space and Finance Committees approved allocating $500,000 in restricted ARPA funds and $8,000,000 in unrestricted ARPA funds to a new capital project called 'Highway Shops Construction.' The motion carried unanimously in both committees (6-0 and 5-0). The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved $500,000 restricted ARPA funds for Highway Shops Construction (6-0 Office Space, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved $8,000,000 unrestricted ARPA funds for Highway Shops Construction (6-0 Office Space, 5-0 Finance)

Administration Committee

Steuben County's Administration, Finance, and Ad Hoc Office Space committees are meeting before the Legislative session to act on several items: transferring contingency funds for a voting machine warranty, approving a contract amendment with LaBella, awarding a plumbing and mechanical bid for the Highway Shops construction project, and allocating ARPA funds to that project. These are scheduled special meetings with specific action items.

• Contingency Fund Transfer for Elections (Voting Machine Warranty)
• Approve LaBella Contract Amendment
• Awarding the Plumbing and Mechanical Bid for the Highway Shops Construction Project
• Allocating ARPA Funds to New Capital Project Entitled 'Highway Shops Construction'

The Administration and Finance Committees jointly approved a $54,957 contingency fund transfer to the Board of Elections to pay for a two-year extended warranty on existing voting machines. The funds were not previously budgeted because the vendor had originally pushed for new machine purchases. Both committees voted 5-0 in favor.

• Approved $54,957 contingency fund transfer to Board of Elections for two-year extended warranty on voting machines (5-0 Administration, 5-0 Finance)
• Meeting adjourned (5-0 Administration, 5-0 Finance)

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Steuben County Developmental Disabilities Committee will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from June 14, 2022, and discuss general business, including the 2023 Local Services Plan and a Racial Equity Survey. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022
• Discussion of 2023 Local Services Plan
• Discussion of Racial Equity Survey

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will consider several department requests, including budget transfers, grant approvals, and equipment purchases. Items include a $156,846 transfer for fuel and repairs, multiple public safety grants, and election equipment purchases. The committee will also discuss financial reports and possibly enter executive session for real property matters.

• Transfer $156,846 from Major Equipment to Diesel Fuel ($70,000) and Parts & Repairs ($86,846)
• Approve FY21 PSAP Grant - $180,108
• Approve FY21-22 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant - $1,508,456
• Approve FY22 State Homeland Security Grant Program - $77,675
• Purchase election equipment: 30 Ballot on Demand Printers @ $600 each, 10 Mobile Printer Carts @ $350 each, Fujitsu 770 Scanner - $8,000, 90 Signature Pads @ $295 each

The Steuben County Finance Committee unanimously approved 19 motions, including accepting a $1.5 million Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant, $516,430 for the Child Advocacy Center, and $110,000 for a Safe Schools Initiative. All votes were 5-0. The committee also discussed a potential local law to require VRBO to collect room tax, with a proposal expected in October.

• Approved $1,508,456 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant (5-0)
• Approved $516,430.57 for Child Advocacy Center and $50,000 for CAC Mobile Unit (5-0)
• Approved $110,000 Safe Schools Initiative capital project (5-0)
• Approved $180,108 FY21 PSAP Grant (5-0)
• Approved $77,675 FY22 State Homeland Security Grant (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 opioid settlement funding for CASA-Trinity inpatient program (5-0)
• Approved $54,957 voting machine warranty extension with Dominion (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 contingency fund transfer to County Manager's consultants (5-0)

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The Steuben County Mental Health Committee will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from June 14, 2022, and discuss the 2023 Local Services Plan and a racial equity survey. The meeting is largely procedural, with no votes or detailed proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022
• Discussion of 2023 Local Services Plan
• Discussion of racial equity survey
• Next meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022

The committee discussed the new four-year Local Services Plan format required by the state, with a focus on crisis services, suicide prevention, community-based services, and access to inpatient treatment. They also completed a state racial equity survey, noting limited local data but agreeing on the need for more resources and training. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily discussion and planning.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed 2023-2026 Local Services Plan goals including crisis services, suicide prevention, and access to inpatient treatment
• Completed state racial equity survey, checking multiple categories for needed support
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Muller, seconded by Caudill)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several department requests, including election equipment purchases, personnel reclassifications, and a contingency fund transfer. The agenda includes items from Information Technology, Purchasing, Elections, Personnel, and the County Manager's office.

• Approval to purchase election equipment using TIER grant: 30 Ballot on Demand Printers @ $600 each, 10 Mobile Printer Carts @ $350 each, Fujitsu 770 Scanner $8,000, 90 Signature Pads @ $295 each
• Reclassify one vacant Accountant position (CSEA Grade L, $47,890-$70,839) to Contract Administration (CSEA Grade N, $52,798-$78,110)
• Reclassify one vacant Receptionist position (CSEA Grade A, $28,000-$41,418) to Community Services Worker (CSEA Grade B, $29,400-$43,489)
• Contingency fund transfer of $10,000 for Public Relations
• Authorization to issue bids for polyethylene bags and custodial paper products

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved several IT and election-related purchases, including a $53,378.50 five-year InformaCast phone notification system upgrade and a $78,653.93 ExtraHop cybersecurity appliance. The committee also authorized $26,000 in postage grant funds for absentee ballots, $90,000 in TIER grant equipment for elections, and a two-year $54,957 voting machine warranty extension. All votes were 4-0 or 5-0, with one member unable to vote due to technical issues.

• Approved $53,378.50 InformaCast phone notification system upgrade (4-0)
• Approved $78,653.93 ExtraHop cybersecurity appliance purchase (4-0)
• Authorized $26,000 postage grant for absentee ballots (4-0)
• Approved $90,000 TIER grant equipment for elections (4-0)
• Approved $54,957 two-year voting machine warranty extension (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 contingency fund transfer to county manager's consultant line (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of two vacant DSS positions (4-0 each)
• Set salary for Senior ADA Bruce Rosekrans at $94,130 (4-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee voted 5-0 to create a capital project called 'Safe School Initiative' and appropriate $110,000 from the General Fund to equip School Resource Officers with gear. The funding comes from Traffic Diversion Program reserves and will not cost taxpayers. Other approved items included a $1.5M communications grant, a $180K PSAP grant, and a $77K homeland security grant.

• Approved $110,000 Safe School Initiative capital project (5-0)
• Authorized extension of Victims' Advocate contract with Institute for Human Services (5-0)
• Renewed 911 Recorder maintenance agreement with Wilmac for $31,320 (5-0)
• Accepted FY21 PSAP Grant of $180,108 (5-0)
• Accepted FY21-22 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant of $1,508,456 (5-0)
• Accepted FY22 State Homeland Security Grant of $77,675 (5-0)
• Approved $500 Kiwanis donation for bicycle helmets (5-0)
• Approved $9,977 quote from Cook Painting Contractor to clean and stain jail exterior walls (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss highway purchases including three Peterbilt 10-wheelers and a Caton shop replacement, and review landfill items such as a lease amendment and a gas utilization project. They will also consider several bids for equipment and services, and review committee goals. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Authorization to purchase 3 Peterbilt 10-wheelers
• Authorization to proceed with Caton Shop Replacement
• Approve amendments to WAGA lease agreement
• Landfill Gas Utilization Project – SEQR; designate County as lead agent
• Transfer $156,846 from Major Equipment; appropriate $70,000 to diesel fuel and $86,846 to parts & repairs

The Public Works Committee authorized the purchase of up to four Peterbilt 10-wheel trucks from the 2023 budget, with three trucks costing $866,055 total and a possible fourth to avoid 2024 emissions rules. It also approved using $61,417.42 in Caton Shop capital funds for a breakroom, bathroom, and office addition, and amended the WAGA lease agreement for landfill gas operations. Several bids were awarded, including for grinder teeth, scrap steel, concrete, waste oil disposal, and tires.

• Approved purchase of up to four Peterbilt 10-wheel trucks (4-0)
• Approved $61,417.42 for Caton Shop breakroom, bathroom, and office (4-0)
• Approved amendments to WAGA lease agreement (4-0)
• Designated Steuben County as lead agency for SEQR on landfill gas project (4-0)
• Transferred $156,846 from Landfill Major Equipment to diesel fuel and parts (4-0)
• Awarded bid for grinder teeth to Monroe Tractor & Implement Co. (4-0)
• Awarded scrap steel sale to Ben Weitsman at $130/ton (4-0)
• Awarded heated concrete bid to Custom Mix Concrete at $185/cubic yard (4-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially act on the treasurer's report, Habitat for Humanity projects at 271 Park Avenue and 356 Third Street, demolitions, and the NYS Land Bank Initiative Grant. The agenda includes an executive session for property or securities matters. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Habitat for Humanity update on 271 Park Avenue and 356 Third Street
• Demolitions discussion
• NYS Land Bank Initiative Grant update
• Treasurer's report
• Executive session for property acquisition or sale

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation accepted a $100,000 annual NYS Land Bank Initiative grant to fund administrative and operational costs. The board also approved the purchase of a parcel in Hornell from the county for $3,934.41. Additionally, they received updates on Habitat for Humanity projects and demolition delays due to utility disconnection issues.

• Accepted $100,000 NYS Land Bank Initiative grant for each of three years
• Approved purchase of parcel #166.04-01-007 in Hornell for $3,934.41
• Approved minutes of August 9, 2022 meeting
• Entered executive session to discuss property acquisition

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including funding for opioid settlement, budget adjustments for mental health and addiction services, and approval of contracts and reclassifications. The meeting is primarily administrative, with no public comment period.

• Opioid Settlement Funding
• OMH Mobile Crisis Funding / Budget Adjustment
• OASAS & OMH Funding / Provider COLA Budget Adjustment
• Request to Bid Preschool Transportation (10-Month Program)
• Reclassify Accountant to Contract Administrator (salary range $47,890-$78,110) and Receptionist to Community Services Worker (salary range $28,000-$43,489)

The committee approved $40,000 from opioid settlement funds for CASA-Trinity's inpatient program in Hornell for 2023, and deferred decisions on two other CASA requests (DIVERT and AIR) pending more information. It also authorized contracts for preschool transportation, homeless housing, and burial services, and accepted state funding for victim advocacy and a child advocacy center mobile unit.

• Approved $40,000 opioid settlement funding for CASA-Trinity inpatient program in Hornell (5-0)
• Authorized $3,000 for Office for the Aging volunteer recognition event (5-0)
• Authorized preschool transportation contract with Ontario County at $92.19/day (5-0)
• Accepted $38,580 OASAS and $70,065 OMH COLA funding for community services providers (5-0)
• Accepted $15,000 OMH mobile crisis funding for scanners and tablets (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for burial services for indigent individuals (5-0)
• Accepted $516,430.57 victim advocacy and $50,000 CAC mobile unit funds (5-0)
• Authorized homeless housing contract with Kwinshi Dream, LLC (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will consider awarding an electrical bid for the Woodlands CDBG project. The agenda also includes updates from the Industrial Development Agency and Cornell Cooperative Extension, as well as 2023 budget presentations from three tourism agencies.

• Award Electrical Bid for Woodlands CDBG Project
• 2023 Budget Presentation: Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance
• 2023 Budget Presentation: Finger Lakes Wine Country
• 2023 Budget Presentation: Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes
• Approval of minutes from July 6 and August 3, 2022

The committee received activity updates from the Steuben County Industrial Development Agency, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and three tourism agencies. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the only action was approval of prior meeting minutes and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of July 6 and August 3, 2022 meetings (4-0, Lando absent)
• Award of electric bid for Woodlands CDBG project withdrawn for this month
• Motion to adjourn carried (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 22, 2022, to consider a series of resolutions. Key actions include allocating $160,000 in ARPA funds for a jail chiller replacement, accepting $300,000 for a septic system program, and awarding a bid for the Highway Shops Construction Project. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes, receiving reports, and setting the date for the delinquent tax auction.

• Allocating $160,000 in ARPA funds to the Chiller Replacement Project at the Jail
• Accepting $300,000 from Round 3 of the Septic System Replacement Fund Program
• Awarding the bid for the Highway Shops Construction Project
• Authorizing the appropriation of Opioid Settlement Funds
• Establishing the date(s) and time(s) for the Delinquent Real Property Tax Public Auction

The Steuben County Legislature awarded a $5.66 million general construction contract to Building Innovation Group and a $449,500 electrical contract to Matco Electric for the Highway Shops project. The Legislature also transferred $450,000 from contingency funds to cover rising fuel costs for Public Works, allocated an additional $160,000 in ARPA funds for jail chiller replacement, and accepted $300,000 in state septic system replacement grants. A proposed mission statement was postponed to the September meeting for further discussion.

• Awarded $5,662,113 general construction bid to Building Innovation Group for Highway Shops (unanimous)
• Awarded $449,500 electrical bid to Matco Electric for Highway Shops (unanimous)
• Transferred $450,000 from contingency fund to Public Works highway fuel budget (unanimous)
• Allocated $160,000 in unrestricted ARPA funds to jail chiller replacement project (unanimous)
• Accepted $300,000 from NYS Septic System Replacement Fund Program (unanimous)
• Approved $310,000 in opioid settlement funds for mental health positions and prevention services (unanimous)
• Ratified $140,000 settlement of civil claim against Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Postponed adoption of county mission statement to September 26 meeting (unanimous)

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special meetings to set the date and terms for the 2022 delinquent real property tax auction and to consider awarding a construction bid for the Highway Shops project funded by ARPA funds. The public can attend in person or via teleconference.

• Setting date(s) and time(s) for the Delinquent Real Property Tax Public Auction
• Approving Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale 2022
• Allocating construction to new capital project
• Awarding bid for Highway Shops Construction Project using ARPA funds

The joint committee awarded the General Construction bid for highway shops at Curtis, Mt. Washington, and Prattsburgh to Building Innovation Group for $5,662,113 and the Electrical bid to Matco Electrical Corp. for $449,500. The combined Mechanical and Plumbing bids were rejected because they exceeded the Wicks Law threshold and one low bidder withdrew; those portions will be rebid and awarded next month. ARPA funds will cover the costs, with construction starting spring 2023.

• Awarded General Construction bid to Building Innovation Group for $5,662,113 (5-0 both committees)
• Awarded Electrical bid to Matco Electrical Corp. for $449,500 (5-0 both committees)
• Rejected combined Mechanical and Plumbing bids; authorized rebid (5-0 both committees)
• Deferred allocation of ARPA funds to new capital project 'Highway Shop Construction' until September

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Legislature's Public Safety & Corrections Committee is holding a special meeting on August 22, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. The sole purpose is to discuss volunteer EMS services. The meeting will be held in the Legislative Chambers in Bath, NY, with public access via Zoom or phone.

• Special meeting of Public Safety & Corrections Committee
• Discussion of volunteer EMS services
• Meeting at Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Public attendance available via Zoom or phone

The Public Safety and Corrections Committee held a special meeting to discuss the ongoing EMS crisis, but no formal decisions or votes were taken. The committee reviewed a study on EMS services, heard from municipal leaders about staffing and funding challenges, and discussed potential models including part-time county staffing, a paid service, or local ambulance districts. The committee agreed to review Chenango County's hybrid model and schedule another meeting to consider options.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold special meetings on August 22, 2022, prior to its regular legislative meeting. The Finance Committee will set the date and time for the delinquent real property tax auction and approve the notice to bidders and terms of sale for 2022. A joint committee will also allocate capital construction funds and award a bid for the Highway Shops Construction Project, funded by ARPA.

• Setting date/time for Delinquent Real Property Tax Public Auction
• Approving Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale 2022
• Allocating capital construction funds for Highway Shops Construction Project
• Awarding bid for ARPA-funded Highway Shops Construction Project

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to authorize a second online auction for delinquent real property taxes from October 5 to October 12, 2022, and approved the corresponding notice and terms of sale. Discussion clarified that deeds are considered executed when signed and delivered, and that buyers who fail to follow terms may be excluded for three to five years.

• Authorized Oct 5-12, 2022 online auction for delinquent real property taxes (5-0)
• Approved notice to bidders and terms of sale for 2022 auction (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial items, including accepting a federal grant for the Sheriff's Office, appropriating ARPA funds for jail chillers, transferring contingency funds for fuel, and discussing opioid settlement funding. The committee will also review monthly financial reports and may enter executive session to discuss real property acquisition or sale.

• Appropriate $160,000 ARPA funds for jail chillers
• Transfer $450,000 from contingency to fuel accounts ($180,000 unleaded gasoline, $270,000 diesel)
• Accept SCAAP Grant for 2020
• Cohocton Highway Shop change order
• Opioid settlement funding discussion

The committee approved a $450,000 contingency transfer for fuel costs, a $19,068.62 change order for the Cohocton Highway Shop, and the appropriation of opioid settlement funds totaling $309,596 for various positions and programs. It also authorized accepting a $3,890 state grant, an additional $160,000 for the jail chiller project, and set a special meeting for August 22. Three hardship deferrals for tax parcels were approved with a 3-1 vote each.

• Approved $450,000 contingency transfer for fuel ($180,000 gasoline, $270,000 diesel) (4-0)
• Approved $19,068.62 change order for Cohocton Highway Shop downspout installation (4-0)
• Approved $309,596 in opioid settlement funds for staff positions and programs (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $3,890 State Criminal Assistance Program grant (4-0)
• Approved additional $160,000 from ARPA funds for jail chiller project (4-0)
• Set special Finance Committee meeting for August 22, 2022 for tax sale auction (4-0)
• Approved hardship deferral for parcel in Cameron (3-1, Fitzpatrick opposed)
• Approved hardship deferral for parcel in Corning (3-1, Fitzpatrick opposed)

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board is meeting via Zoom to approve minutes and discuss general business items including crisis services, staff recruitment, the 2023 SCCMHC budget, opioid settlement funding, Youth ACT, and the 2023 Local Services Plan update. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion.

• Discussion of crisis services
• Staff recruitment update
• SCCMHC 2023 budget review
• Opioid settlement funding allocation
• Youth ACT program discussion

The Steuben County Community Services Board heard updates on crisis services, staff recruitment, the 2023 budget, and opioid settlement funds. The County approved funding requests from Catholic Charities ($41,000), Family Service Society ($37,000), and the Department of Community Services (two social workers and $46,000 for a full-time peer), while CASA-Trinity's requests were deferred pending additional information. No formal votes were taken by the board; decisions were reported by the Director.

• Approved $41,000 for Catholic Charities Opioid Committee
• Approved $37,000 for Family Service Society part-time substance abuse counselor
• Approved hiring two additional Social Workers for MAT in mental health clinic
• Approved $46,000 for Catholic Charities full-time peer
• Deferred CASA-Trinity funding requests pending additional information

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to approve minutes, review the treasurer's report, receive an update from Habitat for Humanity, and award bids for demolition of newly acquired properties. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2022
• Treasurer's report
• Habitat for Humanity update
• Award bids for demolition of newly acquired properties

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved awarding demolition contracts for six newly acquired properties to two lowest bidders, MJR and T&R Environmental, with a total cost of $51,256.08. The board also approved minutes, received a treasurer's report, and discussed Habitat for Humanity updates and rehab plans. Several motions were passed unanimously to enter executive session and authorize the county attorney to negotiate a lease for a Bath parcel.

• Approved demolition bids for Madison Ave (Hornell) $7,850, Walnut St (Hornell) $10,930, State Route 415 (Campbell) $8,650, and Garage (Campbell) $4,350 to MJR (7-0)
• Approved demolition bids for Laine Court (Canisteo) $9,730.24 and Townsend (Riverside) $9,745.84 to T&R Environmental (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved entering executive session for litigation and property discussions (7-0)
• Approved waiving county attorney conflict to speak on Bath parcel (7-0)
• Authorized county attorney to negotiate lease for Bath parcel and executive director to execute (7-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several administrative items, including a quarterly copy paper award, a real property chargeback, a contract renewal for the Employee Assistance Program, a management salary plan market adjustment, and a mission statement. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Quarterly Copy Paper Award
• Annual RPS V Chargeback
• 1537 Agreement – Town of Wayland
• Employee Network, Inc. Contract Renewal (Employee Assistance Program)
• Management Salary Plan Market Adjustment

The Administration Committee approved a 3% cost-of-living adjustment to the management salary plan, aligning it with the CSEA main unit contract. It also awarded a quarterly copy paper bid to Contract Paper Group at $50.38 per case, authorized annual RPS V4 chargebacks to towns and cities, and approved a 1537 agreement with the Town of Wayland for assessor services at $37.86 per hour. A new mission statement for Steuben County was adopted.

• Approved 3% COLA adjustment to management salary plan (4-0)
• Awarded quarterly copy paper bid to Contract Paper Group at $50.38 per case (4-0)
• Authorized annual RPS V4 chargebacks to towns and cities for license and support fees (4-0)
• Authorized 1537 agreement with Town of Wayland for assessor services at $37.86/hour through March 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Renewed Employee Assistance Program contract with Employee Network, Inc. for $8,200 annually (4-0)
• Adopted new mission statement: 'improve lives of residents by providing exceptional services in a cost-effective and efficient manner' (4-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider several departmental requests, including youth program allocations, snow plow contracts, opioid settlement funding, and preschool contracts. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and other business.

• 2022 Positive Youth Development (PYD) Program Allocations and Contracts
• Office for the Aging Senior Forum
• Community Services Snow Plow Contracts
• Opioid Settlement Funding
• Preschool Contracts and Transportation

The committee approved $309,596 in opioid settlement funds for staffing and programs, including two social workers, a peer recovery counselor, and a substance abuse counselor. It tabled three CASA-related requests pending more information. It also approved youth program contracts, snow plow contracts, a senior forum catering expense, a preschool teacher contract, and preschool transportation bids, including a contested contract for one student.

• Approved 2022 Positive Youth Development Program contracts totaling $86,546 (5-0)
• Authorized up to $1,600 for Senior Forum catering by ProAction (5-0)
• Approved snow plow contract with Carr's Trucking, not to exceed $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved snow plow contract with TP's Concrete & Contracting, not to exceed $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved $309,596 in opioid settlement funds for staffing and programs (5-0)
• Tabled opioid settlement requests #3, #5, #6 pending more info from CASA (5-0)
• Approved preschool teacher contract with Kathy Dimwoodie at $70/session (5-0)
• Awarded preschool transportation contracts A-E and Contract F to Transpo at $595/student/day (4-1)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will consider several administrative items, including appointing a certifying officer for a CDBG project, accepting $300,000 for the third round of the Septic System Replacement Fund, and awarding a bid for sealing and striping county parking lots. The committee will also hear 2023 budget presentations from two outside agencies.

• Appointing a Certifying Officer for a Steuben County CDBG Project and declaring it a Type II action under SEQRA
• Accepting Round 3 of the Septic System Replacement Fund Program - $300,000
• Authorization to spend funds from the Pave Seal Capital Project
• Awarding bid for sealing and striping of Steuben County parking lots
• 2023 budget presentations from Arts of the Southern Finger Lakes and Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District

The committee approved accepting $300,000 in Round 3 Septic Replacement Fund Program funding, authorized $100,000 for parking lot sealing and striping, and awarded the sealing/striping bid to Fellows Blacktop, LLC for $95,470. It also appointed Christopher Brewer as Certifying Officer for a CDBG project and heard budget presentations from the Arts Council and Soil & Water Conservation District. Minutes from July were held for approval.

• Appointed Christopher Brewer as Certifying Officer for CDBG project (5-0)
• Accepted $300,000 Round 3 Septic Replacement Fund Program (5-0)
• Authorized $100,000 from Pave Seal Capital Project for parking lot sealing/striping (5-0)
• Awarded parking lot sealing/striping bid to Fellows Blacktop, LLC for $95,470 (5-0)
• Held approval of July minutes until next meeting

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee approved a $160,000 additional appropriation from unrestricted ARPA funds and awarded the jail chiller replacement contract to John W. Danforth using the Gordian contract. It also authorized the sheriff to accept a $3,890 state criminal assistance grant for jail salaries. A 911 recorder upgrade was pulled and deferred to next month. The committee scheduled a special meeting for August 22 to discuss the EMS study.

• Approved minutes of July 11 and July 14, 2022 meetings (5-0)
• Authorized sheriff to accept FY 2020 State Criminal Assistance Program Grant of $3,890 for jail salary line (5-0)
• Awarded jail chiller replacement contract to John W. Danforth and appropriated additional $160,000 in ARPA funds (5-0)
• Pulled 911 recorder upgrade item for reconsideration at next month's meeting
• Adjourned to executive session and reconvened (5-0)
• Scheduled special PS&C meeting for August 22, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. to discuss EMS study

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear updates on road and bridge projects, and consider a $450,000 contingency fund transfer to cover fuel costs. The committee will also discuss a change order for the Cohocton Highway Shop and set a date for its September meeting.

• Contingency fund transfer of $450,000: $180,000 to unleaded gasoline and $270,000 to diesel fuel
• Cohocton Highway Shop change order
• Road and bridge project updates
• Fuel update
• Approval of minutes from July 11 and July 25, 2022

The Public Works Committee approved transferring $450,000 from the Contingency Fund to cover fuel cost increases, with $180,000 for unleaded gasoline and $270,000 for diesel. They also approved a $19,068.62 change order for the Cohocton Highway Shop project, authorized inter-municipal agreements for a federal safety grant, and waived tipping fees for a Corning demolition project. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $450,000 transfer from Contingency Fund for fuel ($180,000 unleaded, $270,000 diesel) (5-0)
• Approved $19,068.62 change order for Cohocton Highway Shop project (5-0)
• Authorized County Manager to enter inter-municipal agreements for federal safety grant (5-0)
• Approved waiving tipping fees for Corning residential demolition and authorized transport (5-0)
• Set September meeting date to September 12, 2022 (5-0)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on July 25, 2022, to gather citizen comments on a proposed application for up to $200,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The funds would be used to repair or replace failed septic systems, wells, and water/sewer laterals. The hearing is required by state and federal regulations, and written comments are due by July 22, 2022.

• Public hearing on CDBG application for up to $200,000
• Funds for septic systems, wells, and water/sewer laterals
• Hearing at Steuben County Legislative Chambers, Bath, NY
• Written comments due July 22, 2022
• Zoom participation available

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Ad Hoc Office Space Committee and Finance Committee will meet jointly to consider awarding a bid for the Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project. The Finance Committee will also vote on transferring $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations, and the Administration Committee will consider ratifying the CSEA CO's contract. These are special meetings held before the regular legislative session.

• Award bid for Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project
• Transfer $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations
• Ratification of CSEA CO's Contract

The joint Ad Hoc Office Space and Finance Committees awarded construction bids for the Civil Defense Center and parking lot project to three low bidders. The project will be funded with $1.5 million from restricted and unrestricted ARPA funds. Bids came in about 30% higher than one estimate and 20% lower than another.

• Awarded general construction bid to Building Innovation Group for $1,163,245.00 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Awarded plumbing & mechanical bid to Frey & Campbell for $86,700.00 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Awarded electrical bid to John Mills Electric for $114,680.00 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Approved $1.5 million in ARPA funds for the project

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting, addressing a range of administrative and financial matters. Key actions include final adoption of a local law amending the self-insured workers' compensation plan, approval of the 2023 workers' compensation budget, and a new collective bargaining agreement with CSEA Local #851. The board will also consider allocating ARPA funds for a Civil Defense Center and parking lot, and award related construction bids.

• Final adoption of Local Law No. 4 of 2022 amending the self-insured workers' compensation plan
• Approving 2023 Workers' Compensation Budget and Table of Apportionment
• Authorizing CSEA Local #851 collective bargaining agreement for 2023-2025
• Allocating ARPA funds to Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot capital project
• Awarding bid for Pinnacle Tower site and Parking Lot/Civil Defense Center construction

The Steuben County Legislature approved a $673,924 contract with Patriot Tower Inc. to design and build a permanent communications tower at Pinnacle State Park, funded by state interoperable communications grant money. The Legislature also awarded bids for the Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot project, approved the 2023 workers' compensation budget, and ratified a new CSEA union contract for 2023-2025. Additionally, the Legislature authorized the conveyance of 98 parcels sold at the July 2022 delinquent tax auction.

• Awarded $673,924 contract to Patriot Tower Inc. for Pinnacle State Park communications tower
• Awarded bids for Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot: Building Innovation Group $1,163,245; John Mills Electric $114,680; Frey & Campbell $86,700
• Approved 2023 workers' compensation budget of $2,200,000
• Ratified CSEA Local #851 union contract for 2023-2025
• Authorized conveyance of 98 tax auction parcels (Resolution 139-22)
• Approved $510,000 transfer for CR26 micro surface road treatment
• Reclassified 3 Social Work Assistant positions to Staff Social Worker positions
• Designated Steuben County Conference & Visitors' Bureau as official Tourism Promotion Agency for 2023

Finance Committee

Steuben County's Finance and Administration Committees will hold special meetings on July 25, 2022, to handle three items: awarding a bid for the Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project, transferring $50,000 between capital projects, and ratifying a CSEA contract. The meetings are open to the public in person or via teleconference.

• Award bid for Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project
• Transfer $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations
• Ratification of CSEA CO's Contract

The joint committees awarded construction bids for the Civil Defense Center and parking lot project to three low bidders, totaling $1,364,625. The project will be funded with $1.5 million from ARPA funds. The motion passed unanimously in both committees.

• Awarded general construction bid to Building Innovation Group for $1,163,245 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Awarded plumbing & mechanical bid to Frey & Campbell for $86,700 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Awarded electrical bid to John Mills Electric for $114,680 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Legislature is holding three special meetings on July 25, 2022, prior to its regular legislative meeting. The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee and Finance Committee will consider awarding a bid for the Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project. The Finance Committee will vote on transferring $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations, and the Administration Committee will consider ratifying the CSEA CO's contract.

• Award bid for Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project
• Transfer $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations
• Ratification of CSEA CO's Contract

The joint Ad Hoc Office Space and Finance Committees approved awarding the Civil Defense Center and parking lot construction project to three low bidders. The project will be funded with $1.5 million from ARPA funds. The motion passed unanimously in both committees.

• Awarded general construction bid to Building Innovation Group for $1,163,245.00 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Awarded plumbing & mechanical bid to Frey & Campbell for $86,700.00 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Awarded electrical bid to John Mills Electric for $114,680.00 (5-0 Office Space, 4-0 Finance)
• Approved $1.5 million in ARPA funds for the project

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special committee meetings on July 25, 2022, to handle three items: awarding a bid for the Civil Defense Center and parking lot construction, transferring $50,000 from leachate tank repair to transfer station renovations, and ratifying the CSEA CO's contract. These are scheduled actions prior to the regular legislative meeting.

• Award bid for Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project
• Transfer $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations
• Ratification of CSEA CO's Contract

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved a $50,000 budget transfer from the Leachate Tank Repair Capital Project to the Transfer Station Renovations Capital Project to cover the cost overrun from purchasing a new compactor at the Wayland Transfer Station. The motion passed unanimously 4-0 and requires a resolution. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved $50,000 transfer from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations for compactor overage (4-0)

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Legislature is holding three special meetings on July 25, 2022, prior to its regular legislative meeting. The meetings will consider awarding a bid for the Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project, transferring $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations, and ratifying the CSEA CO's contract. The public can attend in person or via teleconference.

• Award bid for Civil Defense Center and Parking Lot Construction Project
• Transfer $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations
• Ratification of CSEA CO's Contract

The Administration Committee voted 4-0 to ratify a collective bargaining agreement with CSEA Local #851 covering 2023-2025. The meeting included an executive session on personnel matters before the ratification vote.

• Ratified CSEA Local #851 contract for 2023-2025 (4-0)
• Held executive session on personnel matters (4-0)

Special Meetings

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee held a special meeting to discuss the EMS study and hear from local ambulance corps about staffing, training, and billing challenges. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the committee plans to hold another meeting in August to develop a plan.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting
• Next meeting planned for August with supervisors and mayors

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will review the 2021 financial statements presented by Bonadio, consider several department funding requests, and discuss contract renewals and real property matters. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and may enter executive session for real property discussions.

• Review of 2021 Financial Statements by Bonadio
• Acceptance of 2022 Homeland Security Grant for Sheriff's Office
• Transfer $9,707.18 from Fencing Capital Project to Grease Trap Capital Project
• Add $510,000 to CR 26 Capital Project from CHIPS Funding
• Executive session on proposed acquisition, lease or sale of real property

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved several budget transfers and contract amendments, including adding $510,000 in CHIPS funding to the CR 26 road project and transferring $9,707.18 for the jail grease trap project. They also authorized the sheriff to accept a $33,290 Homeland Security Grant and amended contracts for the Office for the Aging. The committee renewed the 3+1 contract for one year at $40,625 and approved two hardship deferrals while denying two non-refundable undertaking requests.

• Approved $510,000 CHIPS appropriation for CR 26 road project (4-0)
• Approved $9,707.18 transfer from Jail Fencing Capital Project to Jail Major Equipment for grease trap (4-0)
• Authorized sheriff to accept $33,290 FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant (4-0)
• Amended Office for the Aging contracts: $15,000 to Corning Meals on Wheels, $12,105 to ProAction, $14,000 to Steuben Senior Services Fund (4-0)
• Renewed 3+1 contract for one year at $40,625 (4-0)
• Approved hardship deferral for parcel in Town of Bath, expiring March 31, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved hardship deferral for parcel in Town of Corning, expiring March 31, 2023 (4-0)
• Denied non-refundable undertaking requests for parcels in Dansville and Wayland (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to consider personnel reclassifications in Community Services, a workers' compensation budget update, and a mission statement discussion. The agenda includes no public comment period, as that is reserved for monthly Legislative Meetings.

• Reclassify two Senior Social Worker positions (Grade O) to Staff Social Worker (Grade L)
• Reclassify one Staff Psychologist position (Grade T) to Staff Social Worker (Grade L)
• Reclassify three Social Work Assistant positions (Grade H) to Staff Social Worker (Grade L)
• 2023 Workers' Compensation Budget and Apportionment Schedule review
• Discussion of County Manager's mission statement

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved the proposed 2023 Workers' Compensation Plan budget of $2.2 million and the apportionment schedule, both by 4-0 votes. It also approved reclassifying several Community Services positions to Staff Social Worker roles and reclassifying a vacant Finance Office position to Payroll & Employee Benefits Technician. The committee discussed a proposed mission statement but took no action, deferring discussion to next month. Salaries for two assistant positions were set in executive session.

• Approved 2023 Workers' Compensation Plan budget of $2.2 million (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Workers' Compensation Apportionment Schedule (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying 2 Senior Social Worker positions to Staff Social Worker (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying 1 Staff Psychologist position to Staff Social Worker (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying 3 Social Work Assistant positions to Staff Social Worker (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying vacant Senior Account Clerk-Typist to Payroll & Employee Benefits Technician (4-0)
• Set salary for Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Building & Grounds at $74,775 (4-0)
• Set salary for Assistant Director of Services in DSS at $62,081 (4-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will consider adding $510,000 to the CR 26 capital project using CHIPS funding, authorizing purchases for landfill equipment, and approving several bids. The meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2022, and includes routine approvals of minutes and other business.

• Add $510,000 to CR 26 Capital Project from CHIPS Funding
• Authorization to purchase two walking floor trailers ($127,472.14 each) from National Cooperative HGAC
• Transfer $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovations
• Bids for grinder teeth, marketing recyclable materials, scrap tires, dump truck body liners, ice control sand, and a CAT 963KLBL01017 with heavy duty waste handling undercarriage

The Public Works Committee approved adding $510,000 in CHIPs funding to the CR 26 road project, authorized the purchase of two walking floor trailers for $127,472.14 each, and transferred $50,000 between capital projects. It also rejected a non-responsive bid for grinder teeth, extended a bid award for recyclable material and scrap tires, and awarded bids for dump truck body liners, ice control sand, and CAT parts. All motions passed 3-0.

• Approved $510,000 CHIPs funding for CR 26 road project (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of two walking floor trailers at $127,472.14 each (3-0)
• Transferred $50,000 from Leachate Tank Repair to Transfer Station Renovation (3-0)
• Rejected grinder teeth bid as non-responsive (3-0)
• Extended bid award for recyclable material and scrap tires through Dec 31, 2022 (3-0)
• Awarded dump truck body liners bid to T-N-J Enterprises for $27,642.00 (3-0)
• Awarded ice control sand bid to four bidders (3-0)
• Awarded CAT 963K parts bid to Milton CAT for $34,797.68 (3-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to review the treasurer's report, project updates, and a Habitat for Humanity update. The board will consider authorizing bids for demolition and requests for proposals (RFPs) for rehabilitation of newly acquired properties.

• Treasurer's report
• Project update: 7162 State Route 54 (Bath)
• Habitat for Humanity update
• Authorize bids for demolition of newly acquired properties
• Authorize RFPs for rehabilitation of newly acquired properties

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved transferring $44,580 from contingency to cover a deficit in property acquisition, authorized soliciting bids for demolition of six newly acquired tax foreclosure properties, and authorized bids for rehabilitation of two properties. The board also approved the June 1, 2022 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved transfer of $44,580 from contingency to property acquisition line (4-0)
• Authorized bids for demolition of six properties: 179 Madison Ave, Hornell; 274 Walnut St, Hornell; 3 Laine Ct, Canisteo; 8867 SR 415, Campbell; SR 415, Campbell; 20 Townsend Ave, Riverside (4-0)
• Authorized bids for rehabilitation of two properties: 360 Brewster St, Riverside; 6 Hillview Dr, Bath (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will review departmental requests including contracts, preschool transportation bids, and personnel reclassifications. The agenda includes items from Community Services, Public Health, Social Services, Office for the Aging, and Personnel. Public comment is not offered at this meeting, only at monthly Legislative Meetings.

• Reclassify two Senior Social Worker positions (CSEA Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) to Staff Social Worker (Grade L, $47,890-$70,839)
• Reclassify one Staff Psychologist position (Grade T, $70,755-$104,662) to Staff Social Worker (Grade L)
• Reclassify three Social Work Assistant positions (Grade H, $39,399-$58,280) to Staff Social Worker (Grade L)
• Review preschool contracts and preschool transportation bids for Public Health
• Review RFP for Restaurant Dining Program for Office for the Aging

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will consider authorizing applications for CDBG well and septic grants and other funding through the Office of Community Renewal, and will hold a public hearing for 2023 CDBG grants. The committee will also hear 2023 budget presentations from the Southeast Steuben Libraries, the Steuben County Conference & Visitors' Bureau, and Cornell Cooperative Extension, and will make appointments to the Soil & Water Conservation District Board.

• Authorization to apply for CDBG Well and Septic Grants and other funding through the Office of Community Renewal
• Authorizing a public hearing to apply for CDBG grants in 2022
• 2023 budget presentation from Southeast Steuben Libraries
• 2023 budget presentation from Cornell Cooperative Extension
• Appointments to Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Directors

The committee authorized the county manager and purchasing director to issue a request for proposals (RFP) for broadband access to underserved/unserved areas, with discussion of using up to $8.6 million in restricted ARPA funds. It also approved applications for CDBG grants, designated the tourism promotion agency, and recommended appointments to the Soil and Water Conservation District board. The committee heard budget presentations from libraries and Cornell Cooperative Extension but took no action on those requests.

• Authorized broadband RFP for underserved/unserved areas (5-0)
• Authorized application for CDBG Well and Septic Grant and other grants (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for 2022 CDBG grant applications (5-0)
• Designated Steuben County Conference & Visitors' Bureau as official tourism promotion agency (5-0)
• Recommended David Stull and James McGlyn to Soil & Water Conservation District board (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1 and June 27, 2022 meetings (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is meeting to consider several local laws, including final adoption of a charter amendment placing the Department of Buildings & Grounds under the Commissioner of Public Works and a redistricting plan redrawing legislative district boundaries. The agenda also includes resolutions on tax sales, property acquisitions, budget transfers, and personnel reclassifications. Public hearings will be held on the two local laws before final votes.

• Final adoption of Local Law Tentatively No. One for 2022: amending County Charter to place Buildings & Grounds under Commissioner of Public Works
• Final adoption of Local Law Tentatively No. Three for 2022: redrawing County Legislative District boundaries
• Authorizing appropriation of additional state aid to Court Renovation Capital Project
• Authorizing contingency fund transfer to Sheriff's Navigation Budget
• Leasing county land for grazing small ruminants

The Steuben County Legislature adopted a new legislative district map based on the 2020 Census, which will go to a mandatory voter referendum in November 2022. The Legislature also finalized a charter amendment placing the Buildings & Grounds Department under the Commissioner of Public Works. Several property sales, tax cancellations, and fund transfers were approved, along with three workers' compensation claim settlements totaling $190,418.52.

• Adopted new legislative district map (Res. 117-22), subject to November 2022 referendum (14-1)
• Final adoption of charter amendment placing Buildings & Grounds under Public Works (Res. 116-22)
• Approved $88,289 appropriation for Court Renovation Project (Res. 118-22)
• Approved $5,000 transfer for Sheriff's Navigation budget (Res. 121-22, 8-6)
• Approved $64,000 transfer for Records Shelving Project (Res. 122-22)
• Authorized 5-year no-cost sheep grazing lease at landfill (Res. 124-22)
• Ratified three workers' comp settlements totaling $190,418.52 (Res. 136-138-22)
• Approved property sales to Land Bank and individuals (Res. 113-22)

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is holding its regular meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, approval of minutes from April 29, 2022, scheduling the next meeting, correspondence, reports, and old/new business. No specific decisions, proposals, or action items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for Friday, September 30, 2022

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board met on June 24, 2022, and discussed a potential federal grant through PERMA for safety equipment and programs. No formal decisions were made; the board heard reports on various highway projects and considered how to use the grant for items like construction zone safety, boat safety, and crash reconstruction equipment. The next meeting is scheduled for September 30, 2022.

• Discussed applying for Federal Safe Streets and Roads for All grant (no vote taken)
• Heard update on SR 414 speed study: majority of traffic within 10 mph of limit
• Noted completion of CR 115 bridge and progress on other county road projects
• Scheduled next meeting for September 30, 2022

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The Steuben County Chemical Dependency Committee is meeting via Zoom to approve minutes from May 3, 2022, and discuss general business, including the 2023 Local Services Plan. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2022
• Discussion of 2023 Local Services Plan
• Next meeting scheduled for 9/27/22 via Zoom

The Steuben County Community Services Board Alcohol & Substance Abuse Committee met on June 21, 2022, and discussed the upcoming 2023 Local Services Plan, including prevention efforts, peer services, detox access, residential treatment, and medication-assisted treatment. No formal decisions were made; the committee approved the minutes of the May 3, 2022 meeting and adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2022.

• Approved minutes of May 3, 2022 meeting (motion by Banik, second by Smith, carried)
• Discussed 2023 Local Services Plan format changes and service needs
• Reviewed 2021 school survey data on youth substance use (alcohol, marijuana, opioids, vaping)
• Noted Prevention Coalition recommendations for school codes of conduct and municipal policies
• Discussed OD Mapping and peer support expansion, including current overdose statistics (139 overdoses, 8 fatalities, 42 Narcan administrations)
• Discussed CASA Trinity's detox staffing challenges and OASAS telehealth request denial
• Discussed MAT access and County Jail MAT program
• Noted approval to purchase polydrug program kit and Fatal Vision simulator

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The Steuben County Mental Health Committee discussed the 2022 prevention survey showing high rates of suicidal ideation among students, and heard from providers about HCBS and CORE services. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed potential future actions like expanding safeTALK trainings and coordinating with schools.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed 2022 prevention survey results: 393 of 2,540 students considered suicide, 309 made a plan, 186 attempted
• Heard updates from Catholic Charities and Pathways on HCBS/CORE services and capacity
• Discussed potential goal to train more school staff in safeTALK suicide prevention

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Steuben County Mental Health Committee met via Zoom on June 14, 2022. The agenda included the approval of minutes from April 26, 2022, and a continued discussion regarding the 2023 Local Services Plan. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022
• Continued discussion regarding 2023 Local Services Plan

The Developmental Disabilities Committee discussed challenges in accessing inpatient psychiatric care, in-home services, and residential school placements for dually diagnosed individuals. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the committee agreed to highlight these needs in the 2023 Local Services Plan and to follow up on specific issues like 2-1-1 referral problems and SPOA participation.

• No formal votes or resolutions taken
• Agreed to highlight complex care, crisis services, and residential school needs in 2023 Local Services Plan
• Dr. Chapman and Ms. Jefferds to follow up on 2-1-1 crisis referral issue
• Dr. Chapman to follow up on Person Centered Services' SPOA participation

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several administrative items, including bids for copy paper and auto body repairs, a contract renewal for a software system, and multiple personnel reclassifications. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Authorization to issue copy paper bid
• Authorization to issue bid for auto body repairs for county vehicles
• Contract renewal with Catalog & Commerce Solutions, LLC for personnel/civil service software
• Reclassifications in Public Works, District Attorney's Office, and Office for the Aging
• RFP for forensic billing services

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved all agenda items unanimously (5-0), including a $97,879.84 contract for additional records shelving, a forensic billing services RFP award, and multiple personnel reclassifications. The committee also discussed but did not adopt a mission statement and changes to remote meeting access.

• Approved $97,879.84 records shelving purchase from Henderson Johnson (5-0)
• Awarded forensic billing services RFP to Eric Ryan Corporation, fee 18% of recovered refunds/credits capped at $75,000 (5-0)
• Authorized bid for auto body repairs for county vehicles (5-0)
• Approved copy paper quarterly bid solicitation (5-0)
• Approved vehicle assignments for Public Works positions (5-0)
• Renewed Catalog & Commerce Solutions contract for $6,300 annually (5-0)
• Reclassified multiple positions in Public Works, District Attorney's Office, and Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Approved salary adjustment for Commissioner of Public Works Eric Rose (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved the purchase of up to four Peterbilt 10-wheel trucks from the 2023 highway budget, despite the original request for three, to replace aging vehicles and avoid future emissions costs. It also authorized using the remaining $61,417.42 in the Caton Shop capital project for a new breakroom, bathroom, and office, and approved several landfill-related actions and bid awards.

• Approved purchase of up to four Peterbilt 10-wheel trucks from 2023 budget (4-0)
• Authorized use of $61,417.42 Caton Shop capital balance for new breakroom, bathroom, office (4-0)
• Approved amendments to WAGA lease agreement (4-0)
• Designated Steuben County as lead agency for SEQR on landfill gas project (4-0)
• Authorized transfer of $156,846 within landfill budget for fuel and parts (4-0)
• Awarded bid for grinder teeth to Monroe Tractor & Implement Co. (4-0)
• Awarded scrap steel sale bid to Ben Weitsman at $130/ton (4-0)
• Awarded concrete bid to Custom Mix Concrete at $185/cubic yard (4-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will review the Treasurer’s Report and receive updates on Habitat for Humanity and the 7162 State Route 54 project. The board will also consider awarding a Request for Proposals (RFP) for managerial services.

• Project update for 7162 State Route 54, Bath
• Award of RFP for Managerial Services
• Habitat for Humanity update
• Potential executive session regarding real property acquisition, sale, or lease

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation awarded a $50,000 annual managerial services contract to Arbor Development, despite a lower bid from J.G. Franzese, citing no differences in scope and a good working history. The board also approved spending up to $5,000 for demolition at the Park Avenue parcel in Corning and authorized the purchase of eight parcels from Steuben County for $74,580. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Awarded RFP for managerial services to Arbor Development for $50,000 annually (5-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 for demolition costs at Park Avenue parcel in Corning (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of 8 parcels from Steuben County for $74,580 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss EMS services, featuring a presentation by AMR. The meeting is open to the public in person and via teleconference.

• Discussion of EMS services
• Presentation by AMR

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is meeting to consider several local laws, including one to redraw legislative district boundaries and another to allow expanded videoconferencing for public meetings. They will also vote on resolutions involving property tax sales, mortgage tax distribution, road funding, and various contracts and reclassifications. The agenda includes a public hearing on the videoconferencing law and routine items like minutes and committee reports.

• Local Law No. 3 of 2022: redrawing county legislative district boundaries
• Local Law No. 2 of 2022: final adoption to allow expanded videoconferencing for public meetings
• Authorizing acceptance of CHIPs, Extreme Winter Recovery, Pave NY, and Pave Our Potholes funding
• Contract with Bergmann for incidental work on Smith Hill Road Bridge project in Erwin
• Contract with MRB Group for consulting on county-wide comprehensive plan

The Steuben County Legislature adopted a local law redrawing the boundaries of its 17 legislative districts based on the 2020 Census, subject to a mandatory referendum in November. It also finally adopted a local law allowing expanded use of videoconferencing for open public meetings under extraordinary circumstances. The Legislature presented a local law to place the Department of Buildings & Grounds under the Commissioner of Public Works, with a public hearing set for June 27, 2022. It also approved over $8.9 million in state road and bridge funding and authorized a $100,000 contract for a county-wide comprehensive plan.

• Adopted Local Law redistricting the 17 legislative districts (acclamation)
• Finally adopted Local Law allowing expanded videoconferencing for public meetings (roll call)
• Presented Local Law to place Buildings & Grounds under Public Works Commissioner; public hearing June 27
• Approved $8,934,828.35 in CHIPs, Extreme Winter Recovery, Pave NY, and Pave Our Potholes funding
• Authorized $100,000 contract with MRB Group for county-wide comprehensive plan
• Approved $93,200 settlement of claim by Susan Ricks
• Authorized contract with Robert Half for temporary accounting staffing
• Approved reclassification of one Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to set a date for the Delinquent Real Property Tax Sale Auction. Other committee meetings include discussions on bridge worker position reclassifications and an executive session regarding litigation.

• Setting the date for the Delinquent Real Property Tax Sale Auction
• Reclassifying a Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician position to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor
• Authorizing the Civil Defense Center Parking Lot Bid
• Executive session regarding proposed, pending, or current litigation

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will consider reclassifying one vacant Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician position (Grade J, $43,437-$64,253) to a Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor position (Grade N, $52,798-$78,100). This is a personnel action affecting the county's bridge maintenance workforce.

• Reclassify one vacant Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician (Grade J, $43,437-$64,253) to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor (Grade N, $52,798-$78,100)

The Steuben County Public Works Committee approved reclassifying a vacant Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician position (CSEA Grade J) to a Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor position (CSEA Grade N) in the Department of Public Works. The motion carried 4-0. The committee also received an update on the Cohocton Shop, noting it is down to the punch list with steel issues being resolved.

• Approved reclassification of vacant Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician (Grade J) to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor (Grade N) (4-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Legislature has scheduled several special committee meetings for May 23, 2022, prior to the Legislative Meeting. The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will consider authorizing a bid for the Civil Defense Center parking lot, the Public Works Committee will discuss reclassifying a vacant position, and the Finance Committee will set a date for the delinquent real property tax sale auction. A joint Administration and Finance Committee session will enter executive session to discuss litigation.

• Authorizing the Civil Defense Center Parking Lot Bid
• Reclassification of one vacant Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician position (Grade J, $43,437-$64,253) to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor (Grade N, $52,798-$78,100)
• Setting the date of the Delinquent Real Property Tax Sale Auction
• Executive session for discussion of proposed, pending, or current litigation

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee voted 5-0 to authorize the County Manager and Purchasing Director to solicit bids for the parking lot and Civil Defense Center projects first, then separately bid the Public Works projects later. The Civil Defense Center addition will be 30' x 60' with training space, storage, and a loading dock; the parking lot will have about 63 spaces. The committee discussed using ARPA funds and possible budget adjustments, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Authorized County Manager to solicit bids for parking lot and Civil Defense Center projects, then separately bid Public Works projects (5-0)

Administration Committee

Several county committees are scheduled to meet on May 23, 2022. Discussions include authorizing a parking lot bid for the Civil Defense Center and reclassifying a bridge technician position to a supervisor role.

• Authorizing the Civil Defense Center Parking Lot Bid
• Reclassifying a Bridge Project/Quality Control Technician position to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor
• Setting the date for the Delinquent Real Property Tax Sale Auction
• Executive Session regarding proposed, pending, or current litigation

The joint Administration and Finance Committees approved a $93,200 settlement for a workers' compensation claim involving Susan Ricks. The meeting also included entering executive session to discuss litigation, then reconvening in regular session. All votes were unanimous in both committees.

• Approved $93,200 workers' compensation settlement for Susan Ricks (4-0 Admin, 5-0 Finance)
• Moved to executive session for litigation discussion (4-0 Admin, 5-0 Finance)
• Reconvened in regular session after executive session (4-0 Admin, 5-0 Finance)

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board is meeting via Zoom to receive program updates from the Steuben County Community Mental Health Center (SCCMHC) and to discuss a New York State Office of Mental Health (NYS OMH) Request for Proposals (RFP) for Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). The agenda includes general business, old/new business, and scheduling the next meeting for August 9, 2022. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• SCCMHC Program Updates
• NYS OMH RFP for Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
• Next meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

The Steuben County Community Services Board discussed program updates and agreed to support a Youth Act Team RFP for a two-county regional approach, favoring the 48-enrollment model. The board also endorsed referring waitlisted clients to contracted agencies and supported letters of support for Glove House and Hillside. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Supported Youth Act Team RFP with 48-enrollment model (consensus)
• Agreed to provide letters of support for Glove House and Hillside for Youth Act RFP
• Endorsed referring waitlisted clients to contracted agencies (consensus)

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The Inter-County Association of Western New York will hold a virtual meeting on May 13, 2022. The agenda includes a presentation by the Livingston County Sheriff's Office regarding their training complex and an update from NYSAC.

• Presentation: Livingston County Sheriff's Office Training Complex
• NYSAC Legislative/Policy Update
• Review of April 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report review

Finance Committee

The committee will review monthly financial reports, including purchase orders and budget transfers. Discussions include updates on road and bridge projects from Public Works and a review of the ARPA system report.

• Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Distribution
• Public Works requests for new road projects and funding adjustments to existing projects
• Review of monthly financial reports, purchase orders, and budget transfers
• Review of report from ARPA System
• Executive Session regarding proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved several road-related items, including accepting $8.9 million in state funding for road maintenance and adding new road and bridge projects to the capital plan. They also approved a semi-annual mortgage tax distribution of $928,654.15 to towns and cities. The committee discussed but took no action on a fuel tax flexibility option, with staff recommending against it.

• Approved semi-annual mortgage tax distribution of $928,654.15 (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance of state funding: CHIPS $5,418,385.61, Extreme Winter Recovery $988,567.57, PaveNY $1,516,725.10, Pave Our Potholes $1,011,150.07 (5-0)
• Added three road projects to capital plan: CR 119 Cameron $370,000, CR 55 Fremont $625,000, CR 67 Hornellsville $370,000 (5-0)
• Increased funding for six road projects due to price escalation, totaling $1,703,771 in additions (5-0)
• Removed CR 28 project from capital plan ($260,100) (5-0)
• Funded four new bridge projects: CR 88 Urbana $275,000, CR 9 Prattsburgh $200,000, Savona-Campbell Road Thurston $200,000, Hopper Hill Troupsburg $190,000 (5-0)
• Approved eight hardship deferrals for property tax foreclosure, waiving 25% penalty on six (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 12 and April 25 meetings (5-0)

Administration Committee

The committee is reviewing several department requests, including bids for tax bill printing and paper. The agenda also includes proposed job reclassifications within the Department of Social Services and Public Works.

• Awarding bid for Tax Bill Printing and Mailing
• Approval to hire PERMA/Brandi Group for Workers’ Compensation Plan review
• Approval to enter into contract with Robert Half for temporary staffing
• Awarding RFP for psychological evaluations for Deputy Sheriff and Police Officer candidates
• Reclassification of several positions in Social Services and Public Works

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved multiple items, including a management salary grid adjustment for attorneys, a redistricting plan (Option H), and authorization for two Assistant District Attorneys to use county vehicles for commuting. The committee also approved several contracts, including tax bill printing and psychological evaluation services, and reclassifications of county positions.

• Approved semi-annual mortgage tax distribution of $928,654.15 (5-0)
• Awarded quarterly copy paper bid to Quill Corporation at $41.00/case (5-0)
• Awarded tax bill printing/mailing bid to ABS Systems at 15.5 cents/piece (5-0)
• Authorized contract with PERMA/Brandi Group up to $5,000 for workers' comp plan review (5-0)
• Authorized temporary staffing contract with Robert Half (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 2 for expanded videoconferencing use (5-0)
• Approved attorney salary grid adjustments (5-0)
• Authorized county vehicles for commuting for two ADAs (5-1)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation meeting scheduled for May 4, 2022, has been cancelled and rescheduled for June 1, 2022. This notice is procedural only; no agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Meeting cancelled for May 4, 2022
• Rescheduled to June 1, 2022

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including preschool contract renewals, a preschool transportation bid award, tuition payment for administrative assistant training, and multiple personnel reclassifications in the Department of Social Services. The meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. in Bath, NY, with public comment not offered at this committee meeting.

• Preschool contract renewals and transportation bid award (Public Health)
• Payment of CCC tuition to IHS for Administrative Assistant Training (Office for the Aging)
• Reclassification of Senior Account Clerk to Senior Account Clerk-Typist (Grade G to I, salary range $37,523-$55,504 to $41,369-$61,194)
• Reclassification of Typist to Senior Typist (Grade C to F, salary range $30,870-$45,664 to $35,736-$52,861)
• Reclassification of Vacant Network Administrator to Systems Administrator (Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) and re-fund/reclassify Computer Programmer to Help Desk Supervisor (Grade K to J, $45,609-$67,466 to $43,437-$65,253)

The committee approved all agenda items unanimously, including preschool contract renewals for 2023, preschool transportation bids for multiple routes, and several personnel reclassifications in the Department of Social Services. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved 2023 preschool contract renewals (5-0)
• Awarded preschool transportation bids to Transpo, ARC GLOW, and Birnie (5-0)
• Authorized $1,695 payment to Institute for Human Services for administrative assistant training (5-0)
• Reclassified Senior Account Clerk to Senior Account Clerk-Typist in DSS (5-0)
• Reclassified Typist to Senior Typist in DSS (5-0)
• Reclassified vacant Network Administrator to Systems Administrator in DSS (5-0)
• Re-funded and reclassified Zero-Base Computer Programmer to Help Desk Supervisor in DSS (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee is meeting to consider awarding a request for proposals for the county comprehensive plan, approve minutes, and discuss wind turbine assessments. The agenda also includes a charter amendment request and an update from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Awarding RFP for Steuben County Comprehensive Plan
• Charter Amendment – PW/B&G Departments Charters of Freedom
• Cornell Cooperative Extension Board of Directors Membership Update
• Discussion of Wind Turbine Assessments

The committee approved awarding the RFP for the Steuben County Comprehensive Plan to MRB Group for $88,975, which is $11,000 under budget. It also approved a local law to place the Buildings & Grounds Department under the Commissioner of Public Works. The committee discussed but took no formal action on a proposal to host a Charters of Freedom replica display, and received updates on wind turbine assessments and Cornell Cooperative Extension board membership.

• Approved awarding comprehensive plan RFP to MRB Group for $88,975 (5-0)
• Approved presenting Local Law No. 1 of 2022 to place Buildings & Grounds under Commissioner of Public Works (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The committee will meet via Zoom teleconference to conduct general business. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding the 2023 Local Services Plan.

• Discussion of the 2023 Local Services Plan

The Steuben County Alcohol & Substance Abuse Committee met to discuss the 2023 Local Services Plan, focusing on housing, peer supports, workforce retention, and prevention. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussions on the county's $600,000 opioid settlement and survey data showing decreased substance use but increased mental health concerns among students.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; meeting was discussion-only
• Discussed 2023 Local Services Plan segments: housing, peer supports, workforce, prevention
• Noted county to receive $600,000 from opioid settlement; Legislature to decide use
• Peer support expansion discussed for ODMAP outreach
• Planned to share school survey data with Mental Health Committee
• Agreed to request drop-out rates from school superintendents

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will consider multiple highway and bridge projects, including new road projects and additions to existing ones, funded by state aid. They will also discuss landfill fee waivers, a contract assignment, a personnel reclassification, and several bids. The meeting is primarily administrative, with no public comment period.

• Approve state funding: CHIPS $5,418,385.61, Extreme Winter Recovery $988,567.57, PaveNY $1,516,725.10, Pave Our Potholes $1,011,150.07
• Add new road projects: CR 119 Cameron 2.2 miles $330,000, CR 55 Fremont 3.5 miles $565,000, CR 67 Fremont 2.1 miles $332,000
• Add funds to existing projects: CR 48 $1,170,000, CR 3 $1,011,150.07, CR 21 $640,000, CR 31 $880,000, CR 71 $400,000, CR 333 $335,000
• Remove CR 28 project ($260,100) from capital projects
• Reclassify Bridge Worker Supervisor to Senior Bridge Worker Supervisor (CSEA Grade N, $52,798-$78,100)

The Public Works Committee approved a $437,000 design and right-of-way agreement with Bergmann for the Smith Hill Road Bridge project, and authorized acceptance of $8,934,828.35 in state funding for road maintenance and paving. It also added three new road projects and increased budgets for six existing projects due to price escalation, while removing the CR 28 project. The committee approved four new bridge projects, waived a municipal tip fee for the Town of Erwin, and awarded multiple bids for materials and equipment.

• Approved $437,000 agreement with Bergmann for Smith Hill Road Bridge design (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $8,934,828.35 in state road funding (5-0)
• Added three road projects to capital plan: CR 119, CR 55, CR 67 (5-0)
• Increased budgets for six road projects due to price escalation (5-0)
• Removed CR 28 project from capital plan (5-0)
• Created and funded four new bridge projects (5-0)
• Waived municipal tip fee for Town of Erwin (5-0)
• Awarded bids for stone fill trucking, steel pipe, asphalt, baler, compactor, and landfill improvements (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss EMS services, featuring a presentation by the City of Hornell on what they are seeing in the western portion of the county. The meeting is open to the public in person and via teleconference.

• Discussion of EMS services countywide
• Presentation by City of Hornell on western county EMS observations
• Special meeting of Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee held a special meeting to discuss emergency medical services (EMS) challenges, particularly the financial burden on the City of Hornell, which provides paid ambulance services to surrounding municipalities. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with discussion focused on potential regional solutions, including facilitating conversations with stakeholders and exploring options like first responder units or paid districts. The committee agreed to invite AMR and volunteer agencies to future meetings to continue the discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Agreed to invite AMR to the next committee meeting
• Agreed to invite volunteer agencies to a subsequent meeting

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee is meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings and consider departmental requests. The main action item is a $252,667.80 renewal for the Central Square CAD (computer-aided dispatch) system for the Emergency Services Office/E-911. The meeting is open via Zoom, but public comment is not offered at this committee level.

• Central Square CAD Renewal - $252,667.80 for Emergency Services Office/E-911
• Approval of minutes from April 4, April 12, and April 25, 2022 meetings
• County Manager report by Jack Wheeler and Christopher Brewer

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved the renewal of the Central Square CAD system for $252,667.80, a budgeted item, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The committee also discussed radio issues following a fire in Lindley, the status of the Pinnacle Tower site, and a proposed local law on sticker stores, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved renewal of Central Square CAD system for $252,667.80 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 4, 12, and 25, 2022 meetings (5-0)

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports, and discuss the 2023 Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) grant application. The agenda is largely routine, with the grant discussion as the only substantive item.

• Approval of December 17, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of GTSC 2023 grant information/application
• Next meeting scheduled for June 24, 2022

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board met on April 29, 2022, and approved the minutes of the December 17, 2021 meeting. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting consisted of reports from agencies on upcoming road projects, grant deadlines, and traffic safety initiatives. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2022.

• Approved minutes of December 17, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 24, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Developmental Disabilities Committee met to discuss obstacles and service needs for the 2023 Local Services Plan. Members reported staffing shortages leading to temporary closure of two ARC homes, waitlists for services, and challenges with housing for dual-diagnosis individuals. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with plans to draft the Local Services Plan after receiving new state guidance.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; meeting was informational
• Discussed 2023 Local Services Plan due date changed to October
• Noted ARC temporarily closed two homes due to staffing shortages
• Identified waitlists for housing, day services, and employment services
• Discussed lack of local housing for dual-diagnosis individuals, referrals to Monroe County
• Discussed potential reopening of respite beds in Bath and Hornell
• Noted Project Search cancelled for past school year, expected to resume in fall

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

This is a notice of special committee meetings on April 25, 2022, prior to the legislative meeting. Committees will discuss and possibly act on items including amending a lease with Arnot Health, setting a date for the online tax auction, and closing several landfill capital projects. The meetings are open to the public in person or via teleconference.

• Amend length of lease with Arnot Health from 3 to 5 years
• Setting date for online tax auction and notice to bidders
• Closing completed landfill capital projects and transferring balances
• Appropriating revenue for E-911 dispatch upgrades
• Appropriating revenue for court renovations

The joint committees approved closing several completed landfill capital projects and transferring remaining balances, including $10,437.40 to the Leachate Treatment Plant Force Main and $133,703.73 to Bath Landfill Cell #7 and #8. They also closed five completed projects, appropriated state aid and other revenues to various capital projects, and transferred $750,000 from the County Road Fund Balance to the Road Machinery Fund. All motions passed unanimously.

• Closed Landfill SCADA project, transferred $10,437.40 to Leachate Treatment Plant Force Main (5-0)
• Closed Bath Landfill Cell #4, transferred $133,703.73 to Cell #7 and #8 (5-0)
• Closed five completed landfill projects including Cap 3 Acres ($656,011.43) and Lindley Rebuild Road ($43,150.20) (5-0)
• Appropriated $725.57 state aid to Paving Haul Road and $470,285.91 to Upgrade Gas System (5-0)
• Appropriated $750,000 from County Road Fund Balance to Road Machinery Fund (5-0)
• Appropriated $169,188 wireless 911 state aid to E-911 Dispatch Upgrade (5-0)
• Appropriated $167,715 rental and $1,394.50 scrap revenue to Grinder Repair (5-0)
• Appropriated $18,870.62 to Upgrade Fueling Stations and $13,653.09 to Energy Conservation (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider amending the Department of Social Services' lease with Arnot Health from 3 years to 5 years. Several other committees meet beforehand to handle redistricting, tax auction details, and various capital project fund appropriations.

• Amend length of lease with Arnot Health from 3 to 5 years
• Setting date for online tax auction
• Notice to bidders and terms of sale for tax auction
• Appropriating revenue for E-911 dispatch upgrades capital project
• Appropriating revenue for energy conservation capital project

The committee voted 5-0 to authorize the Commissioner of Social Services to renew the lease with Arnot Medical Services for the Child Advocacy Center office space, extending it from three to five years under the same terms with a 3% annual increase. The meeting was otherwise procedural and adjourned immediately after.

• Approved lease renewal with Arnot Medical Services for Child Advocacy Center office space, extended to 5 years (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 25, 2022, to consider resolutions on infrastructure, funding, and administrative matters. Key items include authorizing the Bridge NY transportation project for the Smith Hill Road Bridge replacement, appropriating ARPA funds to the Youth Bureau, and setting dates for the 2022 delinquent property tax auction. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person.

• Authorize Bridge NY (3) project for Smith Hill Road Bridge replacement over Cohocton River, Town of Erwin
• Appropriate ARPA funds to Steuben County Youth Bureau
• Establish dates for 2022 delinquent real property tax public auction
• Authorize lease with Arnot Health for Social Services
• Create two Assistant Public Defender positions (one full-time, one part-time)

The Steuben County Legislature approved moving the 2022 tax foreclosure auction to an online format and ratified the associated Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale. It also authorized funding for the Smith Hill Road Bridge replacement, transferred funds between county road accounts, and approved several other resolutions including ARPA funding for youth prevention materials and new positions in the Public Defender's office. The minutes also note a public comment regarding a legislator's guilty plea, but no action was taken on that matter.

• Approved online format for 2022 tax foreclosure auction (Resolution 090-22)
• Ratified Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale for 2022 auction (Resolution 091-22)
• Authorized $500,000 for Smith Hill Road Bridge replacement (Resolution 079-22)
• Transferred $750,000 from County Road Fund to Road Machinery Fund (Resolution 080-22)
• Appropriated $12,500 in ARPA funds to Youth Bureau for prevention curricula (Resolution 085-22)
• Authorized lease with Arnot Health for Child Advocacy Center (Resolution 088-22)
• Created two Assistant Public Defender positions (Resolution 092-22)
• Appointed George Prete to Southern Tier Extension Railroad Authority (Resolution 094-22)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to set the date and terms for an online tax auction. The committee is also part of a joint session to discuss appropriating revenue for various capital projects, including landfill, E-911 dispatch, energy conservation, and court renovations.

• Setting the date and terms for the Online Tax Auction
• Closing completed Landfill Capital Projects and transferring balances
• Appropriating revenue for E-911 Dispatch Upgrades Capital Project
• Appropriating revenue for Energy Conservation Capital Project
• Appropriating revenue for Court Renovations Capital Project

The joint committees approved closing several completed landfill capital projects and transferring remaining balances, including $10,437.40 to the Leachate Treatment Plant Force Main and $133,703.73 to Bath Landfill Cell #7 and #8. They also closed five completed projects, appropriated state aid and other revenues to various capital projects, and transferred $750,000 from the County Road Fund to cover the Road Machinery Fund deficit. All motions passed unanimously.

• Closed Landfill SCADA project, transferred $10,437.40 to Leachate Treatment Plant Force Main (5-0)
• Closed Bath Landfill Cell #4, transferred $133,703.73 to Cell #7 and #8 (5-0)
• Closed five completed landfill projects (Cap 3 Acres, Garbage Compactor, Scale System, Fence & Paint Lindley, Lindley Rebuild Road) (5-0)
• Appropriated $725.57 state aid to Paving Haul Road and $470,285.91 to Upgrade Gas System (5-0)
• Appropriated $750,000 from County Road Fund to Road Machinery Fund (5-0)
• Appropriated $169,188 wireless 911 state aid to E-911 Dispatch Upgrade (5-0)
• Appropriated $167,715 rental and $1,394.50 scrap revenue to Grinder Repair (5-0)
• Appropriated $18,870.62 to Upgrade Fueling Stations and $13,653.09 to Energy Conservation (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will decide the date for the online tax auction and approve the notice to bidders and terms of sale. A separate joint session will handle multiple capital project closings and revenue appropriations, including landfill, road, and court renovation projects. The Human Services Committee will also amend a lease with Arnot Health from 3 years to 5 years.

• Setting the date for the Online Tax Auction
• Approving Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale for Tax Auction
• Amending length of lease with Arnot Health from 3 years to 5 years
• Closing completed Landfill Capital Projects and transferring remaining balances
• Appropriating revenue to E-911 Dispatch Upgrades, Energy Conservation, and Court Renovations capital projects

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved the Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale for the real property tax sale auction, consistent with last year's version. The committee also discussed postponing the online tax auction to late June due to a pending default judgment, but took no formal action on the date. The meeting was adjourned after the vote.

• Approved Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale for real property tax auction (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Works Committee

Steuben County committees meet April 25, 2022, before the Legislative Meeting to handle several administrative items. They will set the date and terms for the online tax auction, extend a lease with Arnot Health from 3 to 5 years, and close multiple completed landfill capital projects while transferring balances. The meetings are open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Amend length of lease with Arnot Health from 3 years to 5 years
• Setting date for online tax auction and notice to bidders/terms of sale
• Closing completed landfill capital projects and transferring remaining project balances
• 2021 appropriation from County Road Fund balance to Road Machinery Fund
• Appropriating revenue to E-911 dispatch upgrades, energy conservation, and court renovations capital projects

The joint committees approved closing two landfill capital projects and transferring remaining balances, closed five completed landfill projects, and appropriated various state aid and other revenues to capital projects. All motions passed unanimously (5-0) in the relevant committees.

• Closed Landfill SCADA project, transferred $10,437.40 to Leachate Treatment Plant Force Main (5-0)
• Closed Bath Landfill Cell #4, transferred $133,703.73 to Cell #7 and #8 (5-0)
• Closed five completed landfill projects (Cap 3 Acres, Garbage Compactor, Scale System, Fence & Paint Lindley, Lindley Rebuild Road) (5-0)
• Appropriated $725.57 state aid to Paving Haul Road and $470,285.91 to Upgrade Gas System (5-0)
• Appropriated $750,000 from County Road Fund Balance to Road Machinery Fund (5-0)
• Appropriated $169,188 wireless 911 state aid to E-911 Dispatch Upgrade (5-0)
• Appropriated $167,715 rental and $1,394.50 scrap revenue to Grinder Repair/Replacement (5-0)
• Appropriated $18,870.62 to Upgrade Fueling Stations and $13,653.09 to Energy Conservation (5-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

Multiple county committees are scheduled to meet on April 25, 2022, to discuss various administrative and financial matters. Discussions include amending a lease with Arnot Health and managing funds for landfill, road, and court projects.

• Amending the Arnot Health lease length from 3 years to 5 years
• Setting the date and terms for the online tax auction
• Closing completed landfill capital project accounts and transferring balances
• Appropriating revenue for E-911 dispatch upgrades, energy conservation, and court renovations
• Transferring 2021 funds from the County Road Fund Balance to the Road Machinery Fund

The joint meeting of five Steuben County committees approved several financial actions related to capital projects, including closing completed landfill projects and transferring remaining balances, appropriating state aid and other revenues to various capital projects, and transferring $750,000 from the County Road Fund Balance to cover a deficit in the Road Machinery Fund. All motions passed unanimously (5-0) in the relevant committees.

• Closed Landfill SCADA project, transferred $10,437.40 to Leachate Treatment Plant Force Main project (5-0)
• Closed Bath Landfill Cell #4 project, transferred $133,703.73 to Bath Landfill Cell #7 and #8 project (5-0)
• Closed five completed landfill capital projects (Cap 3 Acres, Garbage Compactor, Upgrade Scale System, Fence & Paint Lindley, Lindley Rebuild Road) (5-0)
• Appropriated $725.57 state aid to Paving Haul Road project and $470,285.91 to Upgrade Gas System project (5-0)
• Appropriated $750,000 from County Road Fund Balance to Road Machinery Fund (5-0)
• Appropriated $169,188 Wireless 911 state aid to E-911 Dispatch Upgrade project (5-0)
• Appropriated $167,715 rental and $1,394.50 scrap revenue to Grinder Repair and Replacement project (5-0)
• Appropriated $18,870.62 to Upgrade Fueling Stations, $13,653.09 to Energy Conservation, and $150,000 to Court Renovations projects (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Administration Committee and other committees are holding special meetings on April 25, 2022, to discuss and act on several administrative and financial items. Key topics include redistricting, setting the date for the online tax auction, and approving appropriations for various capital projects. The meetings are open to the public in person and via teleconference.

• Redistricting discussion
• Amend lease with Arnot Health from 3 to 5 years
• Set date for online tax auction and approve notice to bidders
• Close completed landfill capital projects and transfer balances
• Appropriate revenue for E-911 dispatch upgrades, energy conservation, and court renovations

The Administration Committee held a special meeting to discuss legislative redistricting options but took no formal action. Members debated several proposals, including options F(2), A, and A(2), focusing on minimizing multi-member districts and addressing population deviations. The committee directed staff to prepare new scenarios combining elements of the discussed options for review at the May meeting. No decision was made, and the matter remains open.

• No formal vote taken on redistricting options
• Directed staff to prepare new redistricting scenarios for May meeting
• Discussed option F(2) and A(2) as potential bases for new plan
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The Inter-County Association of Western New York will meet virtually to consider five resolutions from member counties, including calls to increase state AIM funding, support the Buy American Salt Act, and end state diversions of local sales tax. The agenda also includes routine business like approving minutes and a treasurer's report, plus discussion of returning to in-person meetings.

• Resolution calling for increased AIM local revenue sharing funding (Allegany)
• Resolution supporting the NYS Buy American Salt Act (Livingston)
• Resolution to suspend state diversion of local sales tax for distressed hospitals (Allegany)
• Resolution to end local sales tax diversion to fund state responsibilities (Genesee)
• Resolution supporting elimination of fees on fiber optic lines in state right-of-way (Schuyler)

The Inter-County Association of Western New York held a virtual meeting on April 22, 2022, approving five resolutions, including calls to increase AIM funding, support the Buy American Salt Act, and end diversions of local sales tax. The group also approved the February and March minutes and treasurer's report, and discussed future in-person meetings.

• Approved resolution 2022-05-IC calling for increased AIM funding (33-0)
• Approved resolution 2022-06-IC supporting the Buy American Salt Act (33-0)
• Approved resolution 2022-07-IC to revise state budget proposal on sales tax diversion for distressed hospitals (33-0)
• Approved resolution 2022-08-IC to keep local taxes local by ending sales tax diversion (33-0)
• Approved resolution 2022-09-IC supporting bills to eliminate fees on fiber optic lines in highway rights-of-way (33-0)
• Approved February minutes with corrections (motion by L. Chatfield, seconded by M. Rowe)
• Approved March minutes (motion by J. Hebert, seconded by David Godfrey)
• Approved treasurer's report for February and March (motion by M. Rondinaro, seconded by J. Pastrick)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial items, including a major equipment change for Public Works, additional grant funding for COVID-19 enforcement, and a one-year contract extension for auctioneer services. They will also review monthly financial reports, year-end budget adjustments, and a request for a special meeting to handle property tax foreclosure auction details. The meeting includes an executive session on real property acquisition, lease, or sale.

• Public Works: Remove ½ ton truck ($30,000) and add wheeled excavator ($30,000)
• Public Health: ELC COVID-19 Enhanced Detection Grant additional funding for enforcement ($1,000)
• Commissioner of Finance: One-year contract extension with Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc.
• Commissioner of Finance: Approval of online format for property tax foreclosure auction
• County Manager: ARPA request for Youth Bureau

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved multiple funding actions, including appropriating $1 million in ELC COVID-19 grant funds, accepting $187,723.78 in Pandemic Emergency Assistance funds, and accepting $325,926 in NYS Rental Supplemental Program funds. The committee also authorized the 2022 property tax foreclosure auction to be held online and approved several budget transfers and contract extensions.

• Appropriated $1M ELC COVID-19 grant funds (5-0)
• Accepted $187,723.78 Pandemic Emergency Assistance funds (5-0)
• Accepted $325,926 NYS Rental Supplemental Program funds (5-0)
• Authorized online 2022 property tax foreclosure auction (5-0)
• Extended auctioneer contract with Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc. (4-0-1)
• Approved $12,500 ARPA funds for youth socio-emotional education materials (5-0)
• Approved $9,000 additional for ServU building renovation (5-0)
• Approved 20 hardship deferrals and 2 tax cancellations (5-0 each)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the Arson K-9. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding the Arson K-9

The committee voted 5-0 to authorize the Sheriff to accept a donated Arson K-9 valued at $750 from the NY State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, including equipment. Discussion noted the dog was already in training before approval, raising process concerns, but the donation was accepted. The meeting adjourned after the vote.

• Approved accepting Arson K-9 donation of $750 from NY State Office of Fire Prevention and Control (5-0)

Administration Committee

The committee will review several personnel requests, including position waivers for the Public Defender’s Office and Office for the Aging. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Buildings & Grounds and redistricting.

• 16B Waiver: One full-time Assistant Public Defender ($57,491 - $89,898)
• 16B Waiver: One part-time Assistant Public Defender ($28,746 - $44,949)
• 16B Waiver: Two full-time Personal Care Aide positions ($29,400 - $43,489)
• Hiring above mid-point for one Family Court Assistant Public Defender
• RFP for psychological examinations for Deputy Sheriff and Police Officer candidates

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved several personnel actions, including waiving the 16B process to create two Assistant Public Defender positions funded by ILS funds, and authorizing the Public Defender to hire a Family Court Assistant Public Defender at Step 8 with an annual salary of $74,775. The committee also approved activating two Personal Care Aide positions in the Office for the Aging and authorizing an RFP for psychological examinations for deputy sheriff and police officer candidates. Redistricting options were discussed but no decision was made; the committee directed staff to revise Options A and F for further review at a special meeting.

• Approved waiver of 16B process to create two Assistant Public Defender positions (5-0)
• Approved hiring Family Court Assistant Public Defender at Grade H, Step 8, $74,775 (5-0)
• Approved activating two Personal Care Aide positions in Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Approved issuing RFP for psychological examinations for deputy sheriff and police candidates (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 8 and March 28 meetings (5-0)
• Discussed redistricting options; no vote taken, staff to revise Options A and F

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The committee approved spending $55,804 from the County Office Building Flooring Capital Project to replace carpet in three offices. It rejected a request for $42,384.57 in ARPA funds for the Corning Chamber of Commerce. The committee also appointed Christopher Brewer as ADA Compliance Officer and directed that federal ADA regulations be posted on the county website.

• Approved $55,804 carpet replacement for Finance Office, Real Property Tax Service Agency, and IT (5-0)
• Appointed Christopher Brewer as ADA Compliance Officer (5-0)
• Denied $42,384.57 ARPA request from Corning Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2 and March 28, 2022 meetings (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the 2021 annual report and PARIS reporting, receive the treasurer's report, and get updates on projects including 7162 State Route 54 in Bath and Habitat for Humanity. They will also consider issuing an RFP for managerial services, as the current contract with Arbor Development expires on June 30, 2022. An executive session is planned for discussion of potential real property transactions.

• 2021 Annual Report and PARIS Reporting
• Treasurer's Report
• Project update: 7162 State Route 54 (Bath)
• Habitat for Humanity update
• Request for RFP for managerial services (Arbor Development expires 6/30/22)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation authorized its executive director to issue a request for proposals (RFP) for managerial services, as the current contract with Arbor Development expires June 22, 2022. The board also approved modifying a purchase offer for the property at 7162 State Route 54 in Bath, and discussed the 2021 annual report, which has been filed. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals and updates.

• Authorized RFP for managerial services (6-0)
• Approved modifying purchase offer for 7162 State Route 54, Bath (6-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for real property discussion (6-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including a budget adjustment for OASAS MATS funding, a lease with Arnot Medical Services for the Child Advocacy Center, a request for bids for preschool transportation, and two new personal care aide positions. The committee will also discuss an ARPA request from the Youth Bureau. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Budget Adjustment - OASAS MATS Funding (Community Services)
• Lease with Arnot Medical Services, Child Advocacy Center (Social Services)
• Request Bids for Preschool Transportation (Public Health)
• 16B Waiver – Office for the Aging: Two Full Time Personal Care Aide Positions, Grade B ($29,400 - $43,489)
• ARPA Request – Youth Bureau (County Manager)

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee approved multiple funding items, including accepting $100,000 from NYS OASAS for medically assisted treatment services for inmates, and $325,926 in NYS rental supplemental funds to assist about 55 households. It also authorized a three-year lease renewal for the Child Advocacy Center, accepted $187,723.78 in pandemic emergency assistance funds for domestic violence victims, and approved spending up to $2,000 for a volunteer recognition event. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Accepted $100,000 NYS OASAS grant for MATS (5-0)
• Authorized $65,000 of MATS funds for inmate medications (5-0)
• Renewed Child Advocacy Center lease for 3 years (5-0)
• Accepted $325,926 NYS Rental Supplemental Program funds (5-0)
• Accepted $187,723.78 Pandemic Emergency Assistance funds (5-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 for Foster Care banquet (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for preschool transportation (5-0)
• Approved $12,500 ARPA funds for socio-emotional materials (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety and Corrections Committee will discuss departmental requests from the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, and Emergency Services. The body is reviewing equipment upgrades, bid awards, and personnel waivers.

• E-911 requests for Dispatch PC upgrades, Motorola change order, and Vision Recorder upgrade
• RFP for Pinnacle Tower Site Environmental and Site Development
• Sheriff's Office bid awards for jail dryers and inmate uniforms
• 16B Waiver for one full-time Assistant Public Defender ($57,491 - $89,898) and one part-time position ($28,746 - $44,949)
• District Attorney's Office review of Climate Survey and Reorganization Plan progress

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved several capital purchases and contracts, including an $8,759.96 dispatch PC upgrade funded by a Homeland Security grant, a $62,679 Motorola change order for tower site evaluations, a $46,618 Vision Recorder upgrade, and a $17,025 bid award for jail dryers. The committee also authorized an RFP for the Pinnacle Tower site, a bid for inmate uniforms, weekend on-call attorney services for the Less is More Act, and creation of two Public Defender positions. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved $8,759.96 dispatch PC upgrade (5-0)
• Approved $62,679 Motorola change order for tower evaluations (5-0)
• Approved $46,618 Vision Recorder upgrade (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for Pinnacle Tower environmental/site development (5-0)
• Awarded $17,025 jail dryer bid to Statewide Machinery (5-0)
• Authorized bid for inmate uniforms (5-0)
• Authorized $250 weekend on-call attorney pay for Less is More Act (5-0)
• Waived 16B process, created two Public Defender positions (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will review highway and landfill items, including authorizing design work for the Smith Hill Road Bridge with NYSDOT reimbursement, approving equipment purchases, and opening bids for various road and bridge materials and services. The meeting is largely administrative, with no public comment period.

• Authorize funding for Smith Hill Road Bridge NY3 Project design and ROW work with up to 95% NYSDOT reimbursement
• Remove ½-ton truck and add wheeled excavator, $30,000 each
• Purchase Steiner Slope Mower for $22,880.87 from Source Well Cooperative
• Enter contract with Unifirst for uniform rental via Source Well Cooperative
• Bids for guide rail materials, structural steel, roadside mowing, deer disposal, and more

The committee approved a contract with NYSDOT for up to 95% reimbursement on the Smith Hill Road Bridge project, and authorized several equipment purchases and contract extensions. It also awarded numerous bids for materials and services, including guide rail, structural steel, mowing, and bridge beams. All motions passed unanimously 4-0.

• Authorized contract with NYSDOT for Smith Hill Road Bridge design and right-of-way work (4-0)
• Approved equipment change: removed $30,000 ½ ton truck, added $30,000 wheeled excavator (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of Steiner Slope Mower for $22,880.87 (4-0)
• Approved 5-year Unifirst uniform rental contract at $25,666.16/year (4-0)
• Waived RFP and extended First Environment contract for carbon credit verification for 2.5 years (4-0)
• Awarded guide rail materials bid to Chemung Supply Corp. for $274,902.20 (4-0)
• Awarded roadside mowing bid to Morgan Hill Land Care, LLC for $76.89/mile/year (4-0)
• Awarded heavy-duty ten wheel truck bid to Utica General Truck Co. for $1,206,208.00 total (4-0)

Steuben Tobacco Asset Securitization Corporation

The Steuben Tobacco Asset Securitization Corporation (TASC) is holding its annual meeting to elect directors, appoint trustees, and approve routine governance items including the 2021 minutes, mission statement, investment policy, annual audit, annual report, and budgets. All items are standard annual procedural matters.

• Election of directors and acknowledgment of controlling trustees
• Approval of 2021 minutes
• Annual review of mission statement, investment policy, and disposition of property guidelines
• Appointment of audit/finance and governance committee members
• Presentation and approval of annual audit and annual report

The board approved the 2021 annual meeting minutes, the annual review of the Mission Statement, Performance Measures, Investment Policy, and Disposition of Property Guidelines with no changes, and the Independent Auditor's Report for fiscal year 2021. It also approved the 2021 Annual Report, the budget for fiscal year 2022 and proposed budgets through 2026, and elected officers for the coming term.

• Approved 2021 annual meeting minutes
• Approved no changes to Mission Statement and Performance Measures
• Approved no changes to Investment Policy
• Approved no changes to Disposition of Property Guidelines
• Approved Independent Auditor's Report for FY 2021
• Approved 2021 Annual Report for filing
• Approved FY 2022 budget and proposed budgets through FY 2026
• Elected officers: Jack Wheeler (President), Christopher Brewer (Vice President), Mitchell Alger (Treasurer), Jeff James (Secretary)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is meeting to review several proposed resolutions including capital project funding and inter-municipal agreements. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding CDBG projects and various personnel changes within county departments.

• Allocating $200,000 from the Room Tax Reserve Fund to the Steuben County Conference & Visitors’ Bureau
• Authorizing a Capital Project for Department of Public Works Equipment
• Transferring funds from the Water Metering System Capital Project to the Jail Major Equipment Budget
• Amending the road use and repair agreement for Eight Point Wind Project
• Public Hearing regarding CDBG Projects

Finance Committee

Several special committee meetings are scheduled for March 28, 2022. The agenda includes discussions on administrative code revisions, a jail budget transfer for a grease trap, and room tax allocation.

• Administrative Code Revisions
• Sheriff Jail budget transfer for a grease trap
• Room Tax Allocation
• Road Use and Repair Agreement

The Steuben County Administration and Finance Committees held a special joint meeting and approved amendments to the Administrative Code to reflect MUNIS functionality. The changes allow transfers between different state-defined functions (budgets), not just within the same one, and all adjustments will still be reported monthly to the Finance Committee. The motion carried 7-0.

• Approved amendments to the Administrative Code as presented (7-0)

Finance Committee

Special committee meetings are scheduled for March 28, 2022, to review several administrative items. Discussions include room tax allocation, administrative code revisions, and a jail budget transfer for a grease trap.

• Administrative Code Revisions
• Budget Transfer for Jail Grease Trap
• Room Tax Allocation
• Road Use and Repair Agreement

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Legislature has scheduled multiple special committee meetings to occur prior to the regular legislative meeting. These sessions include discussions on public works, administrative code revisions, jail budget transfers, and room tax allocation.

• Road Use and Repair Agreement
• Administrative Code Revisions
• Sheriff – Jail Budget Transfer for Grease Trap
• Room Tax Allocation

Public Works Committee

This is a notice of four special committee meetings scheduled before the regular legislative session. The Public Works Committee will discuss a Road Use and Repair Agreement, the Administration and Finance committees will review Administrative Code revisions, PS&C and Finance will consider a budget transfer for a grease trap at the jail, and the AIP Committee will discuss room tax allocation. The meetings are open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Road Use and Repair Agreement (Public Works Committee)
• Administrative Code Revisions (Administration and Finance Committees)
• Budget Transfer – Grease Trap (PS&C and Finance Committees)
• Room Tax Allocation (AIP Committee)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The committee voted 3-2 to allocate $200,000 to the Steuben County Conference & Visitors' Bureau from the Room Tax Reserve, rejecting a compromise to split the funds between ARPA and the reserve. The original ARPA-funded allocation was reconsidered after the Finance Committee redirected the source.

• Approved $200,000 allocation to SCCVB from Room Tax Reserve (3-2)
• Rejected $100,000 ARPA / $100,000 Room Tax Reserve compromise (2-3)

Administration Committee

This is a notice of four special committee meetings scheduled before the regular legislative session. The committees will discuss a road use and repair agreement, administrative code revisions, a budget transfer for the jail's grease trap, and room tax allocation. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Road Use and Repair Agreement
• Administrative Code Revisions
• Budget Transfer – Grease Trap (Sheriff – Jail)
• Room Tax Allocation

Traffic Safety Board

The March 25, 2022 Traffic Safety Board meeting is cancelled and rescheduled for April 29, 2022. No agenda items are listed; the notice only announces the date change.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled from March 25 to April 29, 2022

Inter-County Association of Western New York

This meeting consists of a joint breakfast and introductory session between the Inter-County Association of Western New York and the Intercounty Legislative Committee of the Adirondacks. The agenda includes introductions, a roll call of counties, and a presentation by Rich Grogan, PhD, Executive Director of the Northern Borders Regional Commission.

• Presentation by Rich Grogan, PhD of the Northern Borders Regional Commission

The Inter-County Association of Western New York and the Adirondacks met on March 16, 2022, hosted by NYSAC. The meeting featured a presentation by Rich Grogan, Executive Director of the Northern Border Regional Commission, on funding opportunities. No formal decisions were made; the only action was a unanimous motion to adjourn at 8:42 a.m.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Genesee, second by Saratoga)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider department requests including grant acceptances, equipment purchases, budget transfers, and an ARPA allocation. The agenda also includes monthly financial reports, proposed administrative code revisions, and an executive session on real property. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Accept 2022 Walmart Grant (Toys for Tots and Coats for Kids) - $2,000
• Accept Additional STOP DWI HVEC Grant Funds - $3,250
• Budget Transfer from Major Equipment, Parks - $8,200 to Minor Equipment, Highway - $8,200
• Equipment Change Request: Add Mac Scan Tool - $9,999.99; Delete 72" Ventrac Mower Deck - $4,700, Ventrac Stump Grinder - $3,500, Stump Grinder - $21,000
• ARPA Request – Second Allocation to Steuben County Conference & Visitors' Bureau

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The subcommittee discussed the 2023 Local Services Plan, noting the due date changed from June 1 to October. Members reviewed the current 2022 plan, highlighting staffing shortages, limited hospital admissions, and long waitlists for children's services. No formal decisions were made; the discussion will inform the plan's narrative and goals.

• Discussed 2023 Local Services Plan due date change to October
• Reviewed 2022 Local Services Plan, identifying service gaps and staffing issues
• Agreed to highlight crisis and placement challenges in the plan
• Planned to invite CORE/HCBS providers to the June meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for June 7, 2022 via Zoom

Administration Committee

The committee will review several department requests, including worker's compensation changes and position waivers. The agenda also includes a presentation on a HIPAA audit and discussions regarding redistricting.

• Approval to add Springwater-Wayland Emergency Services to the County Worker’s Compensation Plan
• Request to issue RFP for Tax Bill Printing Services
• 16B Waiver for Supervising Dispatcher position ($43,824 - $55,801)
• 16B Waiver for Assistant Public Defender ($57,491 - $89,898) and Paralegal Assistant ($43,437 - $64,253)
• Salary adjustment for Deputy Director of Information Technology to $75,116

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee is discussing departmental requests from the Public Defender, District Attorney, Sheriff, and Emergency Services. Key items include contract approvals, grant acceptances, and personnel staffing waivers.

• Acceptance of $2,000 Walmart Grant and $3,250 STOP DWI HVEC Grant funds for the Sheriff's Office
• 16B Waiver for one Full-Time Supervising Dispatcher ($43,824 - $55,801)
• 16B Waiver for one Full-Time Assistant Public Defender ($57,491 - $89,898) and one Full-Time Paralegal Assistant ($43,437 - $64,253)
• Contract with Institute for Human Services for a Child Advocate
• Investigative Services Contract for the Public Defender's Office

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including contracts, grants, and personnel actions. Key decisions included authorizing the District Attorney to hire John Tweed as Senior Assistant District Attorney at $107,500, renewing inmate housing and school resource officer agreements, and creating new positions in the Public Defender's Office. The committee also discussed jail food service staffing challenges and received an audit with recommendations.

• Approved contract with Sand Investigations for investigative services at $70/hour (4-0)
• Approved $5,980 contract with Central Square for 911 softphone decommission (4-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with Institute for Human Services for victims' advocate (4-0)
• Approved $29,976 VOCA grant budget adjustment for victims' advocate contract (4-0)
• Approved hiring John Tweed as Senior ADA at $107,500 (4-0)
• Approved accepting $2,000 Walmart grant for Toys for Tots and Coats for Kids (4-0)
• Approved accepting $3,250 STOP DWI HVEC grant (4-0)
• Approved renewing inmate housing agreements with 8 counties at $85/day (4-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will hold a special meeting on March 7, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the EMS Study.

• Discussion of the EMS Study

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee held a special meeting to discuss the EMS study, hearing reports from members and staff on volunteer shortages, rising call volumes, and aging demographics. No formal decisions were made; the committee only discussed potential options such as contracting with private providers, creating a county-run entity, or forming ambulance districts. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to approve a budget transfer, equipment purchases, and an inter-municipal agreement with the Town of Hornellsville to buy a 2020 Kubota tractor with a 22-foot boom mower for $142,500. The committee will also discuss recycling events, tire amnesty days, and authorize roadside cleanup weeks. Several bids for bridge work, road materials, and services will be considered.

• Budget transfer of $8,200 from Major Equipment (Parks) to Minor Equipment (Highway)
• Purchase of 3 battery-operated rebar tiers at $2,599 each and a Mac Scan Tool for $9,999.99
• Inter-municipal agreement with Town of Hornellsville for 2020 Kubota tractor with 22' boom mower for $142,500
• Discussion on 2022 recycling events and authorization for tire amnesty days
• Bids for bridge cleaning/sealing, asphalt, cold in-place recycling, and prestressed concrete bridge beams

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The committee approved a second public hearing for the CDBG Mobile Home Replacement and Well & Septic programs, and authorized applying for a $75,000 FEMA flood hazard mitigation grant. Members also discussed several potential goals, including an animal abuse hotline, department head goals, ARPA recipient reports, and plan reviews, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved minutes of Feb 2, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized second public hearing for CDBG Mobile Home Replacement and Well & Septic programs (5-0)
• Authorized application for FEMA Flood Hazard Mitigation Grant for Flood Safe Land Use Guidelines (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss its 2021 audit report, treasurer's report, and updates on two properties and a Habitat for Humanity partnership. No binding votes are listed beyond routine approvals.

• 2021 Audit Report by Bonadio
• Treasurer's Report
• Project update: 7162 State Route 54 (Bath)
• Project update: 44 Upper Farnham (Addison)
• Habitat for Humanity update

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation accepted the 2021 audit report from Bonadio, which found no significant defects or material weaknesses. The board also approved the February 2, 2022 meeting minutes. Project updates were provided, including the withdrawal of an offer on a Bath property and the closing of a property in Addison.

• Approved February 2, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted 2021 audit report as presented by Bonadio (6-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee is meeting to consider departmental requests, including psychiatric service contracts and personnel reclassifications. They will also review minutes from the previous meeting. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Psychiatric contracts from Community Services
• Reclassification of Assistant Director of Temporary & Disability Assistance (Grade O, $55,438-$82,005) to Principal Social Welfare Examiner (Grade N, $52,798-$78,100)
• Reclassification of Principal Clerk (Grade H, $39,399-$58,280) to Paralegal Assistant (Grade J, $43,437-$64,253)
• Tuition aid request from Department of Finance

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on February 28, 2022, to consider a range of resolutions, including an increase in landfill tipping fees, several inter-municipal agreements, and various contracts. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and a resolution opposing state legislation. Public comment is scheduled.

• Authorizing an increase in tipping fees for the landfill and transfer stations effective March 1, 2022
• Authorizing the Director of Public Safety to enter into an agreement with Southern Tier Network for the Pinnacle Fiber Lateral construction
• Authorizing an inter-municipal agreement with the Town of Caton
• Authorizing an inter-municipal agreement with the Town of Campbell
• Ratifying the CSEA Main Unit Contract

The Steuben County Legislature adopted a resolution opposing New York State Senate Bill S7855, which would change the membership of the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation (WROTB) Board of Directors. The resolution argues the bill would remove Steuben County's representation and harm its economic interests. The Legislature also approved several other measures, including a $420,000 transfer to cover judgments and claims, a five-year contract for non-secure detention services, and increases in landfill tipping fees.

• Adopted resolution opposing Senate Bill S7855 on WROTB board membership (acclamation)
• Approved $420,000 transfer from 2021 contingency fund to judgments and claims (9-2-0-1)
• Authorized 5-year contract with Berkshire Farm Center for non-secure detention services (9-2-0-1)
• Approved $99,432 agreement with Southern Tier Network for Pinnacle fiber lateral (9-2-0-1)
• Increased landfill and transfer station tipping fees effective March 1, 2022 (9-2-0-1)
• Approved $46,234.10 contract with CivicPlus for website redesign (9-2-0-1)
• Ratified CSEA main unit contract for 2022-2024 (roll call adopted)
• Approved property tax corrections for 14 parcels (9-2-0-1)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee is meeting to discuss Emergency Services/E-911. The specific focus of the discussion is the Pinnacle Tower.

• Emergency Services/E-911: Pinnacle Tower

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee authorized the Director of Public Safety to enter into an agreement with the New York State Office of Parks for an easement at the Pinnacle Tower site and to participate in the property's appraisal. The motion passed unanimously 5-0. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Authorized Director of Public Safety to enter into easement agreement with NYS Office of Parks for Pinnacle Tower site (5-0)
• Authorized participation in appraisal of Pinnacle Tower property (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Legislature has scheduled three special committee meetings before the regular legislative session. The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will discuss Emergency Services/E-911, the Public Works Committee will consider landfill tip fees for BUDs material, and the Administration Committee will address collective bargaining. These are special meetings with specific agenda items, not the full regular meeting.

• Landfill tip fees for BUDs material (Public Works Committee)
• Emergency Services/E-911 discussion (Public Safety & Corrections Committee)
• Collective bargaining (Administration Committee)
• Meetings held in Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Teleconference access via Zoom and phone

The Public Works Committee approved increasing landfill tip fees for C&D BUDs from $15.00 to $25.00 per ton, and authorized the Commissioner of Public Works to issue a bid for four additional 10-wheel trucks with plow attachments. Both motions passed unanimously 5-0. The truck bid is intended to avoid anticipated price increases, with a funding proposal to be brought in March.

• Approved landfill tip fee increase for C&D BUDs from $15.00 to $25.00 per ton (5-0)
• Authorized bid for four additional 10-wheel trucks with plow attachments (5-0)

Administration Committee

This is a notice of three special committee meetings scheduled before the regular legislative session. The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will discuss the Pinnacle Tower for Emergency Services/E-911, the Public Works Committee will consider landfill tip fees for BUDs material, and the Administration Committee will address collective bargaining. All meetings are open to the public in person or via teleconference.

• Pinnacle Tower discussion in Emergency Services/E-911
• Landfill tip fees for BUDs material
• Collective bargaining discussion

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The Inter-County Association of Western New York is meeting virtually to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, hear from a state senator and NYSAC, and vote on three resolutions. The resolutions urge the state to reduce the local share of Medicaid costs, oppose a bill about the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation board, and support keeping a 60-hour work week for farm workers.

• Resolution urging Governor Hochul and state legislature to alleviate local share of Medicaid costs
• Resolution opposing Senate Bill S7855 on Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation board membership
• Resolution advocating for maintaining a 60-hour work week for farm workers
• Approval of January 21, 2022 minutes and January 2022 treasurer's report
• Guest speaker: Senator George Borrello, 57th District; NYSAC update by Deputy Director Mark LaVigne

The Inter-County Association of Western New York held its virtual meeting on February 18, 2022, approving three resolutions: urging the state to alleviate the local share of Medicaid costs, opposing Senate Bill S7855 regarding the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation board membership, and advocating for maintaining a 60-hour work week for farm workers. The OTB resolution was amended to include Steuben County as a participating member, with Schuyler County opposing. The meeting also approved the January minutes and treasurer's report.

• Approved resolution urging state to alleviate local Medicaid cost burden (unanimous)
• Approved resolution opposing Senate Bill S7855 on WROTB board membership (amended to include Steuben County; Schuyler opposed)
• Approved resolution advocating for 60-hour farm worker work week (unanimous)
• Approved January 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved January treasurer's report with $6,274.75 balance

Ad Hoc Reopening & Recovery Committee

The Ad Hoc Reopening & Recovery Committee meeting scheduled for February 8, 2022, has been cancelled and tentatively rescheduled for March 8, 2022. No agenda items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled for February 8, 2022
• Tentatively rescheduled for March 8, 2022

Finance Committee

The committee will review monthly financial reports, including purchase orders and budget transfers. The meeting also includes discussions on department requests and a potential real property transaction.

• Accepting the $500,000 Upstate Family Defense Quality Improvement & Caseload Reduction Grant
• Amending $40,000 from 2021 Major Equipment to 2022 Major Equipment
• Review of monthly financial reports and year-end budget adjustments
• Executive Session regarding the proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, consider a quarterly copy paper bid, and discuss a personnel reclassification. The main action is reclassifying a full-time Senior Typist position to an Office Manager position with a higher salary range. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Reclassify one full-time Senior Typist (Grade VI, $35,736-$52,861) to Office Manager (Grade XI, $45,609-$67,466)
• Quarterly copy paper bid from Purchasing
• Approval of minutes from January 11 and January 24, 2022

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved a motion to lease a 38x38-foot section of the county parking lot to the Village of Bath for a fitness park, contingent on lease terms, insurance, drainage, and coordination with LaBella and Buildings & Grounds. The motion passed 3-2, with Mrs. Lando and Mr. Swackhamer opposed. The committee also approved the quarterly copy paper bid to Contract Paper Group, authorized a position reclassification, and authorized a contract with Civic Plus for website redesign and hosting.

• Approved lease of 38x38 parking lot section to Village of Bath for fitness park (3-2)
• Awarded quarterly copy paper bid to Contract Paper Group at $37.96 per case (4-0)
• Authorized reclassification of Senior Typist to Office Manager in Buildings & Grounds (4-0)
• Authorized Civic Plus contract for website redesign, migration, and hosting, first year $46,234, annual $7,282 (4-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to discuss new business items, including a change order for courthouse access controls, furniture for the District Attorney's office, and carpet for the ServeU Building. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person.

• Courthouse Access Controls Change Order
• DA Furniture
• ServeU Building Carpet

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved a $20,590.04 change order for Day Automation to install card reader access and a video telecom system at the Courthouse. It also approved amendments to contracts with four vendors for work at the ServU Building, authorizing up to $60,000 from the Historic Buildings Renovation Capital Project. The DA furniture item was pulled pending an updated quote, and no decision was made on a Veterans' Services addition.

• Approved $20,590.04 change order for Day Automation for courthouse access controls (4-0)
• Approved contract amendments for ServU Building work (Kelley Bros., Davidson's, Eastern Security, Day Automation) and $60,000 expenditure (4-0)
• Pulled DA furniture item pending updated quote
• Discussed but did not approve Veterans' Services addition

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee will discuss departmental requests from the Public Defender, Emergency Services, District Attorney, Sheriff, and County Manager. Key items include grant acceptance, fiber agreements, and staffing updates.

• Upstate Family Defense (Child Welfare) Quality Improvement & Caseload Reduction Grant ($500,000)
• Pinnacle Fiber Agreement – STN ($99,432)
• HP Support Services ($1,414.75)
• RFP for Cohocton Tower Enhancements
• Award for Jail Fencing Project Utilizing Gordian

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved several items, including accepting a $500,000 state grant for the Public Defender's Office, authorizing fiber installation at the Pinnacle tower for $99,432, and starting the process to create a second part-time investigator for the Child Advocacy Center. The committee also awarded a jail fencing project for $99,746.42 and approved an audit of forfeiture accounts. Discussions were held on the EMS study and a potential local law regarding sticker stores.

• Approved accepting $500,000 Upstate Family Quality Improvement & Caseload Reduction Grant (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Southern Tier Network for fiber to Pinnacle tower, $99,432 (5-0)
• Authorized renewal of HP support services maintenance, $1,114.75 (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for Cohocton tower enhancements (5-0)
• Authorized starting 16B process to create second part-time CAC investigator (5-0)
• Awarded jail fencing project under Gordian contract, $99,746.42 (5-0)
• Authorized Bonadio audit of forfeiture accounts, up to $5,000, and $8,000 transfer from contingency (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to consider selling two surplus vehicles to local towns, amending the 2021 major equipment budget, and increasing tipping fees at landfills and transfer stations. The committee will also open bids for various highway construction and maintenance services. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Sell 2011 Ford Ranger XL Supercab Truck #628 to Town of Campbell for $3,000
• Sell surplus 1990 Frink One-Way Plow to Town of Caton for $200
• Amend 2021 Major Equipment and carryover $40,000 to 2022 Major Equipment
• Increase tipping fees for landfill and transfer stations
• Bids for geotextile materials, highway construction equipment rentals, concrete pumping, crane rental, ready mix concrete, and clearing/grubbing

The Steuben County Public Works Committee approved an increase in tipping fees for the Landfill and Transfer Stations, citing the $12.9 million cell expansion and rising costs. The committee also authorized the sale of two surplus vehicles to local towns, transferred $40,000 for a truck purchase, and awarded eight bids for materials and services. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved inter-municipal agreement with Town of Campbell for sale of 2011 Ford Ranger for $3,000 (5-0)
• Approved inter-municipal agreement with Town of Caton for sale of 1990 Frink plow for $200 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $40,000 from 2021 to 2022 Major Equipment line for truck purchase (5-0)
• Approved increase in landfill and transfer station tipping fees as presented (5-0)
• Awarded bid for geotextile materials and waterproofing membrane to Chemung Supply Corp (5-0)
• Awarded bid for highway construction equipment rental to George & Swede (5-0)
• Awarded bid for concrete pumping services to Canandaigua Concrete Pumping, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded bid for crane rental services (bridge repairs) to C.P. Ward, Mansfield Crane, Silverline, Swarthout Recycling (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee is meeting to consider several items, including issuing a request for proposals for a comprehensive plan update, reclassifying a Buildings & Grounds position, and approving ARPA funding requests for the Finger Lakes SPCA and Corning Area Chamber of Commerce. The committee will also review contract renewals and a Marsh Ditch appointment. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Reclassify one full-time Senior Typist (Grade VI, $35,736-$52,861) to Office Manager (Grade XI, $45,609-$67,466)
• Issue Request for Proposals for Comprehensive Plan preparation
• ARPA request – Finger Lakes SPCA
• ARPA request – Corning Area Chamber of Commerce
• Finger Lakes SPCA allocation for 3rd and 4th quarter 2021

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee approved multiple 2022 maintenance contracts for Buildings & Grounds, authorized an RFP for comprehensive plan consultant services, and reclassified a Senior Typist position to Office Manager. The committee tabled a $65,000 ARPA request from the Finger Lakes SPCA for a generator until more details are provided, and approved a $20,249 allocation to the SPCA for 2021 third and fourth quarter services. A request from the Corning Area Chamber of Commerce for $201,792.46 in ARPA funds failed due to lack of a motion.

• Approved 2022 Buildings & Grounds maintenance contracts totaling $25,788.80 (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Director to issue RFP for Comprehensive Plan consultant services (5-0)
• Reclassified one Senior Typist position (Grade VI) to Office Manager (Grade XI) in Buildings & Grounds (5-0)
• Tabled Finger Lakes SPCA $65,000 ARPA generator request until more details provided (4-1)
• Approved $20,249 payment to Finger Lakes SPCA for 2021 3rd/4th quarter allocation (5-0)
• Recommended Dennis Acomb to Marsh Ditch Association Board of Directors (5-0)
• Corning Area Chamber of Commerce $201,792.46 ARPA request failed due to lack of motion

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially act on its treasurer's report, project updates for two properties, a Habitat for Humanity update, and the eviction moratorium. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Treasurer's Report
• Project updates: 7162 State Route 54 (Bath) and 44 Upper Farnham (Addison)
• Habitat for Humanity update
• Eviction moratorium discussion

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved a 90-day listing price of $159,900 for the property at 7162 State Route 54 in Bath, NY. The board also approved the minutes from the January 5, 2022 meeting and discussed updates on property sales, Habitat for Humanity projects, and the eviction moratorium. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved listing price of $159,900 for 7162 State Route 54, Bath, for 90 days (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider departmental requests, including contract increases for the Office for the Aging, a final RFP approval and award for non-secure detention services, and a report on emergency purchases of COVID-19 test kits and KN95 masks. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, but public comment is only at monthly legislative meetings.

• Increase AIM Contract (Office for the Aging)
• Increase Comfort Keepers Contract (Office for the Aging)
• RFP Final Approval and Award for Non-Secure Detention Services (Social Services)
• Report of Emergency Purchases – OTC Test Kits and KN95 Masks (County Manager)

The committee approved a $1.2 million contract for non-secure detention services with Berkshire Center for Youth, the low bidder, for an 8-bed facility. It also ratified emergency purchases of COVID-19 test kits and masks, and approved increases to two home care contracts. Discussions covered homelessness and eviction moratorium impacts.

• Approved $1,201,113 contract with Berkshire Center for Youth for 8-bed non-secure detention (5-0)
• Ratified $900,000 purchase of 45,000 OTC test kits from Visicom (5-0)
• Ratified $97,500 purchase of 150,000 KN95 masks from Mohawk Hospital Services (5-0)
• Approved $11,000 increase to AIM contract for Consumer Directed Home Care (5-0)
• Approved $5,200 increase to Comfort Keepers contract for housekeeper/chore services (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding its regular monthly meeting on January 24, 2022, with a full agenda of resolutions and appointments. Key items include appropriating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for a jail chiller project, IT equipment, and Public Works equipment, as well as several appointments to boards and committees. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and phone.

• Appropriating ARPA funds to Sheriff's Office for Jail Chiller Project
• Appropriating ARPA funds to IT Department for equipment purchase
• Appropriating ARPA funds to Department of Public Works for equipment purchase
• Authorizing shared services agreement with Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District
• Confirming appointment of Commissioner of Public Works

The Steuben County Legislature approved three resolutions allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds: $400,000 for jail chiller replacement, $420,000 for IT equipment, and $120,000 for a shared Caterpillar bulldozer purchase. The board also approved a $227,463.21 opioid settlement with Allergen, appointed new department heads, and made numerous board appointments. A public commenter requested a review of the CPS unit's practices, but no action was taken on that request.

• Approved $400,000 ARPA allocation for jail chiller replacement
• Approved $420,000 ARPA allocation for IT equipment
• Approved $120,000 ARPA allocation for Caterpillar bulldozer (50% shared with Soil & Water)
• Authorized $227,463.21 opioid settlement with Allergen
• Appointed Eric A. Rose as Commissioner of Public Works ($99,999 salary)
• Appointed Gary G. Smith as Veterans' Service Agency Director ($54,651 salary)
• Appointed Colleen A. Hauryski as Democratic Commissioner of Elections ($60,009 salary)
• Approved dental insurance plan change for Deputies Association

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works and Administration Committees are holding a special joint meeting on January 24, 2022, to discuss the appointment of a Commissioner of Public Works. The meeting is scheduled before the regular Legislative Meeting and will be held in the Legislative Chambers in Bath, NY, with teleconference access available. The agenda contains only this single item.

• Appointment of Commissioner of Public Works

The joint Public Works and Administration Committees confirmed Eric Rose as Commissioner of Public Works for a five-year term starting January 24, 2022, at a salary of $99,999 (Management Grade L, Step 5). The motion carried 4-0 in each committee. The committees also discussed the possibility of merging the Buildings & Grounds and Public Works departments, with the County Manager agreeing to bring back a proposal if interested.

• Confirmed Eric Rose as Commissioner of Public Works for 5-year term at $99,999 (4-0 Public Works, 4-0 Administration)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Administration and Public Works committees will hold a joint special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the County Manager's appointment of a Commissioner of Public Works. The meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Bath, NY, with teleconference access available.

• Appointment of Commissioner of Public Works

The joint Public Works and Administration Committees confirmed Eric Rose as Commissioner of Public Works for a five-year term starting January 24, 2022, at a salary of $99,999 (Management Grade L, Step 5). The motion carried 4-0 in each committee. Discussion also covered a potential merger of the Buildings & Grounds and Public Works departments, but no action was taken on that proposal.

• Confirmed Eric Rose as Commissioner of Public Works for five years at $99,999 (4-0 Public Works, 4-0 Administration)

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The Inter-County Association of Western New York will hold a virtual meeting to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, hear from distinguished guests, and consider a resolution opposing Governor Kathy Hochul's plan to close six state prisons. The resolution, previously adopted by Chemung County, cites public safety, economic, and environmental concerns. The meeting will also include announcements of 2022 officers and committee members.

• Resolution opposing closure of Ogdensburg, Moriah Shock, Willard, Southport, Downstate, and Rochester correctional facilities
• Resolution cites 2005 state law requiring 12-months' notice for prison closures
• Resolution notes $20 million recently invested in Southport Correctional Facility
• Announcement of 2022 officers and committee members
• Distinguished guests: Assemblyman Stephen Hawley and NYSAC Counsel Patrick Cummings

The Inter-County Association of Western New York (ICAWNY) held its virtual meeting on January 21, 2022, and adopted a resolution opposing Governor Hochul's prison closures. The resolution, submitted by Chemung County, was passed unanimously. The meeting also included reports from the Treasurer and updates from guest speakers on state budget and policy issues.

• Approved November 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved December Treasurer's report (balance $6,276.75)
• Adopted resolution opposing Governor Hochul's prison closures (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Reopening & Recovery Committee

The Ad Hoc Reopening & Recovery Committee meeting scheduled for January 11, 2022, has been cancelled. It has been tentatively rescheduled for February 8, 2022. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• Tentatively rescheduled for February 8, 2022

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to review and act on several financial items, including a $400,000 request from the Sheriff's Office for a chiller project funded by ARPA, budget transfers and adjustments, and an agreement amendment with Bonadio & Company. The committee will also discuss an executive session on real property acquisition. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Sheriff's Office chiller project - $400,000 ARPA funds
• State Farm Grant roll over to 2022 for Emilee's Challenge Trailer
• Transfer ~$34,663.25 from HVAC & Chiller Renovations Capital Project to 911 HVAC/Chiller/Controllers/Water Softener Capital Project
• Amend agreement with Bonadio & Company for OSC Annual Fiscal Report preparation
• IT equipment purchase with ARPA funds

The Steuben County Finance Committee approved several funding measures, including $400,000 in unrestricted ARPA funds for jail chiller replacement, $420,000 for IT equipment, and $120,000 for a bulldozer. They also authorized various budget adjustments and transfers, and approved a tax cancellation for a parcel in Erwin.

• Approved $4,285.47 rollover of State Farm grant for Emilee's Challenge trailer (4-0)
• Approved $400,000 ARPA appropriation for jail chiller project (4-0)
• Approved 2021 year-end records budget adjustment of $52,259.03 general fund and $1,669.49 public works (4-0)
• Approved rollover of 2021 forfeiture expenditure balances into 2022 (4-0)
• Approved transfer of $34,663.25 from HVAC & Chiller Renovations to 911 HVAC/Chiller/Controllers/Water Softener project (4-0)
• Approved closing of Buildings and Grounds HVAC & Chiller Renovations capital project after transfer (4-0)
• Approved amendment with Bonadio for annual fiscal report preparation at $5,500/year (4-0)
• Approved $420,000 ARPA spending for IT equipment (laptops, docking stations, monitors) (4-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee and Ad Hoc Reopening & Recovery Committee meetings scheduled for January 11, 2022, have been cancelled. They are tentatively rescheduled for Tuesday, February 8, 2022. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion.

• Ad Hoc Office Space Committee meeting cancelled
• Ad Hoc Reopening & Recovery Committee meeting cancelled
• Meetings tentatively rescheduled to February 8, 2022

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several administrative items, including a contract renewal for the County Clerk, a personnel reclassification in Public Health, appointments for Election Commissioner and Director of Veteran's Services, an insurance waiver request, IT equipment purchases using ARPA funds, and issuing an RFP for a utilities and telecom audit. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Contract renewal for County Clerk
• Reclassification of one vacant Senior Clerk to Senior Typist (Grade VI, $28,442-$40,151)
• Appointment of Election Commissioner
• Appointment of Director of Veteran's Services
• IT Equipment purchase using ARPA funds

The Steuben County Administration Committee approved several items, including a $420,000 purchase of IT equipment using restricted ARPA funds, a one-year contract renewal with Info Quick Solutions at $4,800 per month, and the appointment of Colleen Hauryski as Democratic Election Commissioner and Gary Smith as Director of Veteran's Services. All motions passed unanimously (4-0).

• Approved $420,000 ARPA-funded IT equipment purchase (4-0)
• Approved Info Quick Solutions contract renewal at $4,800/month (4-0)
• Approved reclassification of Senior Clerk to Senior Typist in Public Health (4-0)
• Amended Deputies Association MOU on dental insurance (4-0)
• Appointed Colleen Hauryski as Democratic Election Commissioner (4-0)
• Confirmed Gary Smith as Director of Veteran's Services (4-0)
• Waived insurance requirements for Perham Communications (4-0)
• Authorized RFP for utilities and telecom audit (4-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will review departmental requests including authorization to solicit bids for industrial electrical services, contract renewals, and a transfer of about $34,663.25 from an HVAC capital project to the 911 HVAC project. They will also consider a SEQR listing and engineering services award for a CDBG project, approve 2022 contracts, hear an update from the Industrial Development Agency, and discuss a request from a clay target team to use county property.

• Authorization to solicit bids for industrial electrical services
• Contract renewals: Imperial Door Controls, John W. Danforth, SDS of NY, Southern Tier Fire Extinguisher
• Transfer of approximately $34,663.25 to 911 HVAC/Chiller/Controllers/Water Softener Capital Project
• RFP award for engineering services for CDBG Woodlands Community Inc.
• 2022 contracts: Hornell Humane Society ($8,500), Empire Zone – Hornell Chamber of Commerce ($15,000), REDEC ($10,000)

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee approved several departmental requests, including authorizing bids for industrial electrical services, renewing 2022 contracts for buildings and grounds, and transferring funds between capital projects. They also accepted an environmental assessment for the Woodlands Community CDBG project, awarded an engineering RFP to Labella, and renewed contracts with the Hornell Humane Society, Hornell Chamber of Commerce, and REDEC. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Authorized soliciting bids for industrial electrical services (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Buildings & Grounds contracts (5-0)
• Transferred ~$34,663.25 from HVAC & Chiller Renovation to 911 HVAC/Chiller project (5-0)
• Accepted environmental assessment for Woodlands Community CDBG electrical upgrades (5-0)
• Awarded engineering RFP for Woodlands Community to Labella for $42,775 (5-0)
• Renewed Hornell Humane Society contract for $8,500 (5-0)
• Renewed Hornell Chamber of Commerce contract for $15,000 (5-0)
• Renewed REDEC contract for $10,000 (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to approve minutes, receive the treasurer's report, adopt annual policies and procedures, and get updates on properties including 7162 State Route 54 in Bath and 44 Upper Farnham in Addison. A Habitat for Humanity update is also on the agenda. No votes on specific projects are listed.

• Adoption of annual Land Bank Policies and Procedures
• Project update: 7162 State Route 54 (Bath)
• Project update: 44 Upper Farnham (Addison)
• Habitat for Humanity update

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved its annual policies and procedures for 2022 and accepted a $1,500 purchase offer for the property at 44 Upper Farnham in Addison. The board also discussed project updates, including a completed renovation at 7162 State Route 54 in Bath, and considered potential acquisitions in Corning, Woodhull, and Wayland. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 policies and procedures (6-0)
• Accepted $1,500 purchase offer for 44 Upper Farnham, Addison (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for real property discussion (6-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee is reviewing departmental requests including public health contracts and COVID updates. The agenda includes a request for ARPA funding for Mosaic Health's mobile dental unit and a United Way contract.

• Extension of 2021 Arnot Health Contract
• Public Health 2022 and new contracts
• COVID enforcement grant discussion
• Reclassification of Public Health Senior Clerk to Senior Typist ($28,442 - $40,151)
• United Way – COMET contract not to exceed $20,000

The committee voted 3-2 to reject a $1 million New York State COVID enforcement grant, but then approved an amended motion 4-0-1 to accept the grant with a cap of 15% on enforcement spending. The committee also approved multiple public health contracts, including a separate Planned Parenthood contract for STD testing, and authorized a COVID testing subcontract with Canisteo-Greenwood Central School and a fellowship subcontract with S2AY Rural Health Network.

• Rejected $1M NYS COVID enforcement grant (3-2)
• Approved amended motion to accept $1M grant with 15% enforcement cap (4-0-1)
• Approved 2022 public health contracts (5-0)
• Approved Planned Parenthood contract for STD testing (3-2)
• Authorized ELC subcontract with Canisteo-Greenwood Central School for COVID testing nurse ($150/day) (5-0)
• Authorized S2AY Rural Health Network fellowship subcontract up to $600,000 (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Senior Clerk to Senior Typist in Public Health (5-0)
• Renewed United Way COMET Program contract for $20,000 (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety and Corrections Committee is reviewing funding requests for the Sheriff's Office and several contract approvals for emergency services and the District Attorney's Office.

• Sheriff's Office Chiller Project using $400,000 in ARPA Funds
• Sheriff's Office Detention Fencing Project costing $120,000
• Emergency Services Office contracts for JFB Enterprises, EMSTAR, and Environmental Emergency Services
• District Attorney's Office Diversion Management Contract renewal
• Finger Lakes SPCA, Inc. contract for $10,000

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved several funding and contract items, including a $400,000 appropriation from ARPA funds for jail chiller replacement, a $120,000 detention fencing project, and a $291,595.76 HVAC upgrade for the 911 center. All motions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved $400,000 ARPA funds for jail chiller replacement (5-0)
• Approved $120,000 for detention fencing along second tier railing (5-0)
• Approved $4,285.47 rollover of State Farm grant for Emilee's Challenge trailer (5-0)
• Approved JFB Enterprises contract extension through June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved EMSTAR contract renewal at $5,625 annually (5-0)
• Approved Environmental Emergency Services contract renewal at $8,400 annually (5-0)
• Approved 911 Center HVAC upgrade totaling $291,595.76 (5-0)
• Approved Diversion Management contract renewal for one year (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss highways, landfills, and rivers and streams. The committee will also consider bids for leachate treatment plant maintenance, stone fill, lubricants, electronic waste recycling, and extensions for industrial mechanical and forestry services. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Bid: Clean & Inspect Leachate Treatment Plant Holding Tanks and Lines
• Bid: Stone Fill
• Bid: Lubricants
• Bid: Collection and Recycling of Electronic Waste
• Discussion Re: Rivers and Streams

The Public Works Committee recommended appropriating $120,000 in restricted ARPA funds to purchase a 2018 dozer from Chemung County for joint use with the Soil & Water Conservation District. The committee also awarded several bids for services and materials, and discussed flood recovery efforts and funding. All motions passed unanimously.

• Recommended $120,000 ARPA appropriation for 2018 dozer from Chemung County (5-0)
• Awarded bid for leachate tank cleaning to Dekra Inspections, Inc. for $45,183.75 (5-0)
• Awarded stone fill bids to multiple companies (5-0)
• Awarded lubricants bid to BWE, LLC for $274,426.77 (5-0)
• Awarded e-waste recycling bid to SunKing for $53,051 (5-0)
• Extended industrial mechanical services bid with John W. Danforth at $96.06/hour (5-0)
• Extended forestry services bid with Amor Forestry (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)