Steuben County public meetings in 2023

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on December 18, 2023, to consider a series of resolutions. Key items include authorizing funding and agreements for bridge replacement projects, creating several capital projects, and approving personnel reclassifications and appointments. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving reports.

• Authorizing implementation and initial funding of 100% of additional costs for Smith Hill Road Bridge Replacement over Cohocton River, Town of Erwin (Bridge NY 3)
• Authorizing agreements for construction, inspection, and design for Smith Hill Road Bridge Replacement and County Route 4 Bridge Replacement (Bridge NY 4)
• Creating capital projects for 2025 Bridge Project, Reroofing of County Buildings, Time and Attendance Software, and Tree Removal, with appropriations from General Fund Unassigned Balance
• Appropriating from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to fund 2023 Health Insurance Expenditures
• Confirming reappointment of Commissioner of Social Services and appointment of Director of Office for the Aging

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board will meet to finalize its by-laws and review the 2024 Local Services Plan. The board will also receive a year-end budget update and a review of Assisted Outpatient Treatment processes.

• Finalization of updated By-Laws
• Review of 2024 Local Services Plan
• Year-end budget update provided by Heather Schneider
• Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) process review
• Year-to-date crisis statistics and staff initiatives

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will review several personnel actions, including reclassifying public defender positions with salary increases, creating new roles in the Department of Social Services, and appointing a Commissioner of Social Services and a Director for the Office for the Aging. The committee will also consider contract extensions for technology services and awards for custodial paper products and polyethylene bags.

• Reclassify Senior Assistant Public Defender to Deputy Public Defender (Grade L, $86,703-$135,592) and appoint above mid-point at $125,815
• Create one Deputy Commissioner of Social Services (Grade I, $65,129-$101,849) and two other new positions in DSS
• Award custodial paper products bid and polyethylene bags bid
• Contract extension with Andrews Technology for NOVATime system
• Appoint Commissioner of Social Services and Director for the Office for the Aging

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will meet to consider several financial actions, including funding capital projects such as roof replacements, tree removal, a 2025 bridge project, and time-and-attendance software from the unassigned fund balance. They will also review a budget adjustment for the Sheriff's Office, accept additional ELC COVID-19 funding for Public Health, and approve a contingent fund transfer for assigned counsel. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Contingent fund transfer for assigned counsel (Law Department)
• Budget adjustment for Sheriff's Office
• Accepting additional ELC COVID-19 funding for Public Health
• Funding capital projects from unassigned fund balance: roof replacements, tree removal, 2025 bridge project, time & attendance software
• Funding 2023 health insurance expense from unassigned fund balance

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear department and agency reports, and discuss old and new business. The main substantive item is the 2024 STOP DWI Plan, which the board will review.

• Approval of minutes from June 30, 2023
• Review of 2024 STOP DWI Plan

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet on December 6, 2023, to discuss and vote on several departmental requests. Key items include personnel changes in Public Health and Social Services, contract approvals for 2024, and accepting additional COVID-19 funding.

• Reclassify one vacant Senior Typist to Public Health Specialist (salary increase from $45,607-$67,466 to $55,438-$82,005)
• Create one Deputy Commissioner of Social Services position (Management Grade I, $65,129-$101,849)
• Create one Secretary position (Management Grade E, $44,476-$69,585) and one Personnel Clerk position (Management Grade D, $40,448-$63,244)
• Approval to amend Preschool Transportation Services Contract
• Accepting additional ELC COVID-19 funding

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including the treasurer's report, status of demolitions, a property at 10 Cottage Avenue in Hornell, evictions, and a property sale. The meeting is open to the public and accessible via Zoom.

• Discussion of 10 Cottage Avenue, Hornell
• Status of demolitions
• Status of evictions
• Sale of property

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including budget adjustments, contracts for grand jury transcription services, a contingent fund transfer for assigned counsel, and reclassification of two public defender positions. The committee will also discuss traffic diversion and law enforcement requests. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Reclassify Senior Assistant Public Defender (Mgmt Grade K, $78,797-$123,273) to Deputy Public Defender (Mgmt Grade L, $86,703-$135,592)
• Reclassify Assistant Public Defender (Mgmt Grade J, $71,642-$112,048) to Senior Assistant Public Defender (Mgmt Grade K, $78,797-$123,273)
• Grand Jury Transcription Services Contract
• Contingent Fund Transfer for Assigned Counsel
• Discussion re: Traffic Diversion/Law Enforcement Requests

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will review several highway and landfill items. The agenda includes authorizing agreements for bridge design and construction inspection, as well as salt usage agreements with local entities.

• $503,000 agreement with C&S Companies for CR 4 BridgeNY design and ROW work
• Agreements for Smith Hill Road BridgeNY construction inspection and design work
• Shared services agreements for salt use with Avoca Central School District and Village of Cohocton
• Bids for pre-stressed concrete bridge beams for projects in Campbell, Rathbone, Cameron, and Wheeler
• Landfill update

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will meet on November 27, 2023, to discuss change orders presented by the County Manager. This is a special meeting held prior to the Legislative Meeting, and the agenda contains only this single item.

• Review of change orders by County Manager

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will meet jointly with the Public Safety & Corrections Committee to discuss a budget transfer for emergency services equipment. An Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will also meet to consider change orders. Both meetings are scheduled prior to the regular legislative session.

• Authorizing a budget transfer within the 2023 Public Safety Emergency Response Budget for equipment purchase
• Ad Hoc Office Space Committee to review change orders

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections and Finance Committees will hold a special joint meeting to consider authorizing a budget transfer within the 2023 Public Safety Emergency Response Budget for the purchase of equipment. An Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will also meet to discuss change orders related to the County Manager's office. These are special meetings held prior to the regular legislative session.

• Budget transfer for Emergency Services/E-911 equipment purchase
• Discussion of change orders for County Manager office space

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 27, 2023, to consider a series of resolutions. These include budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Elections, acceptance of various state and federal grants, and contracts for engineering and property leases. The agenda also includes routine items like tax levies, position reclassifications, and a review period for Agricultural District No. 5.

• Authorizing a budget transfer for the Sheriff's Office for wages
• Authorizing a transfer from the General Fund Balance to the Elections Capital Project
• Authorizing a contract with Fisher Associates for outside engineering services
• Authorizing an agreement with ProAction for lease of the Old Hospital Building
• Accepting a donation from the Wineglass Marathon for a mobile command vehicle

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding a special session to conduct public hearings and vote on final adoption of the 2024 county budget, a local law setting 2024 salaries for certain officials, and several watershed district budgets and tax levies. The meeting includes public comment periods and reports from committees and county officers.

• Final adoption of Local Law No. 8 of 2023 setting 2024 salaries for elected/appointed officials and department heads
• Final adoption of the 2024 county budget and appropriation resolution
• Public hearings on 2024 budget, Marsh Ditch, Upper Five Mile Creek, and Lamoka/Waneta Lakes districts
• Adoption of assessment rolls and tax levies for three watershed protection districts
• Other urgent county matters requiring 15 affirmative votes

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing to hear and consider objections to the 2023 Assessment Roll. This roll is for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes’ Protection and Rehabilitation District for the 2024 budget year. The completed roll is available for public inspection at the Steuben County Real Property Tax Service Agency.

• Public hearing on the 2023 Assessment Roll for Lamoka/Waneta Lakes’ Protection and Rehabilitation District

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the 2023 assessment roll for the Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District, covering the Towns of Dansville and Hornellsville. The roll has been filed with the Real Property Tax Service Agency for public inspection, and the hearing is to consider objections.

• Public hearing on 2023 assessment roll for Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District
• Assessment roll filed with Steuben County Real Property Tax Service Agency
• Hearing scheduled for November 27, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. in Legislative Chambers, Bath
• Accessibility accommodations available upon request

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on November 27, 2023, to consider objections to the 2023 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.

• Public hearing on 2023 assessment roll for Upper Five Mile Creek Watershed Protection District
• Assessment roll filed with Steuben County Real Property Tax Service Agency
• Hearing at Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Accommodations for disabilities, hearing impairments, and translation available with advance notice

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Eight for 2023, which establishes annual salaries for certain elected or appointed officials and department heads with fixed terms for fiscal year 2024. The law includes specific salary increases for positions such as County Attorney, Sheriff, and Commissioner of Social Services. The hearing is scheduled for November 27, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. in Bath, NY.

• County Attorney salary increases from $152,252 to $160,141
• Sheriff salary increases from $105,483 to $108,449
• Commissioner of Social Services salary increases from $129,073 to $132,333
• Clerk of Legislature salary increases from $82,171 to $86,722
• Local law subject to permissive referendum

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the tentative county budget for fiscal year 2024 on November 27, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. in Bath, NY. The hearing is open to all residents, who may attend and be heard. The agenda also specifies maximum annual salaries for county officials, including legislators, the chairman, and the county manager.

• Public hearing on tentative 2024 county budget
• Maximum salary for County Legislature members: $15,000 each
• Maximum salary for Chairman of County Legislature: $27,000
• County Manager annual salary: $163,141
• Budget available for inspection after November 15 at Clerk of Legislature's Office

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will consider several items including accepting state and federal grants for Emergency Management/E-911, the Sheriff's Office, and the purchase of voting machines. They will also discuss a tax certiorari for the City of Hornell, a forklift addition, and payments to animal shelters. The meeting includes an executive session on real property.

• Authorizing transfer of $180,000 from General Fund to Elections Capital Project for voting machines and software
• Accepting grants: FY23 SHSP, LEMPG, PSAP for Emergency Management/E-911
• Accepting donation from Wineglass Marathon and amending EMS budget major equipment list
• Adding 2004 Toyota Forklift to Major Equipment ($5,000) for Public Works
• Tax Certiorari – City of Hornell

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will consider authorizing a $180,000 transfer from the General Fund to purchase voting machines and software, along with several personnel reclassifications and new positions. Other items include a copy paper bid award, a request for proposals for online auctioneering services, and a contract renewal for building security.

• Authorizing transfer of $180,000 from General Fund to Elections Capital Project for voting machines and software
• Reclassify one vacant Caseworker position (Grade J, $43,437-$64,253) to Senior Caseworker (Grade K, $45,609-$67,466)
• Create one part-time Assistant District Attorney Trainee (Management Grade I, $32,565 part-time) and one part-time District Attorney Investigator (Management Grade F, $35,504 part-time)
• Create part-time BTAM Coordinator (Management Grade TBD, $45,000)
• Waive RFP process and renew contract for building security with Securitas

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding a special session on November 14, 2023, primarily to receive the presentation of the Budget Message. The agenda also includes standard procedural items like roll call, invocation, and pledge, plus a provision to address urgent county matters if approved by a supermajority vote. No specific budget figures or other substantive decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation of the Budget Message
• Special session called per County Law Section 152
• Provision for urgent county matters requiring 15 affirmative votes

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will review departmental requests from Emergency Services, the Sheriff’s Office, and Personnel. The agenda includes accepting several grants, managing budget transfers, and discussing the creation of new part-time staff positions.

• Aviat Microwave Agreement for $15,582
• Creation of a part-time Assistant District Attorney Trainee position ($32,565 part-time)
• Creation of a part-time District Attorney Investigator position ($35,504 part-time)
• Creation of a part-time BTAM Coordinator position ($45,000)
• Acceptance of multiple FY23 grants including SHSP, LEMPG, PSAP, and SICG

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will review engineering services, equipment transfers, and landfill construction updates. The committee will also consider several bids for materials and scrap steel sales.

• Authorization of Fisher Associates as Outside Engineering Service Consultants
• Addition of a 2004 Toyota Forklift to Major Equipment ($5,000)
• Request to waive demolition fees for the Town of Woodhull
• Cell 7 & 8 Construction Change Order for internet switches
• Bids for scrap steel, ready mix concrete, oxygen, acetylene, and reinforcing steel bars

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation meeting scheduled for November 1, 2023, has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled for December 6, 2023. No other business is noted.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to December 6, 2023

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The committee will consider awarding opioid RFP grants from settlement funds, approve a transportation contract amendment for Public Health, and reclassify two vacant positions in Social Services and the Office for the Aging. The meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2023.

• Opioid RFP Awards from Community Opioid Settlement Funds
• Transportation Contract Amendment for Public Health
• Reclassify one vacant Caseworker position (CSEA Grade J, $43,437–$64,253) to Senior Caseworker (Grade K, $45,609–$67,466) in DSS
• Reclassify one zero-based Account Clerk-Typist position (Grade D, $32,414–$47,947) to Senior Account Clerk-Typist (Grade I, $41,369–$61,194) in Office for the Aging

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special committee meetings on October 23, 2023, to discuss several administrative items. These include authorizing a contract with Phillips Lytle, LLP, appointing a Deputy Director of Community Services above the mid-point of the pay grade, and reimbursing volunteers for an EMT recertification course. A budget workshop is also scheduled.

• Authorizing contract with Phillips Lytle, LLP (209 Investigation Committee)
• Request to appoint Deputy Director of Community Services above mid-point of Management Grade J, Step 9 ($95,885)
• Volunteer reimbursement for EMT recertification course (Public Safety & Corrections Committee)
• Special Finance Budget Workshop at 11:00 AM

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is holding a special budget workshop at 11:00 AM on October 23, 2023. Prior to that, three other special committees will meet: the 209 Investigation Committee to authorize a contract with Phillips Lytle, LLP; the Special Administration Committee to consider appointing a Deputy Director of Community Services above the mid-point of Management Grade J, Step 9 ($95,885); and the Special Public Safety & Corrections Committee to discuss volunteer reimbursement for an EMT recertification course.

• Authorizing contract with Phillips Lytle, LLP (209 Investigation Committee)
• Request to appoint Deputy Director of Community Services above mid-point of Management Grade J, Step 9 ($95,885)
• Volunteer reimbursement for EMT recertification course (Public Safety & Corrections Committee)
• Finance Budget Workshop at 11:00 AM

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding several special committee meetings on October 23, 2023, before and after the regular Legislative Meeting. The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will discuss volunteer reimbursement for an EMT recertification course. Other committees will consider a contract with Phillips Lytle, LLP for the 209 Investigation Committee, and an appointment for the Deputy Director of Community Services above the mid-point of Management Grade J, Step 9 ($95,885).

• Authorizing contract with Phillips Lytle, LLP for 209 Investigation Committee
• Request to appoint Deputy Director of Community Services above mid-point of Management Grade J, Step 9 ($95,885)
• Volunteer reimbursement for EMT recertification course

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 23, 2023, to consider resolutions including setting 2024 salaries for county officials, authorizing a bridge replacement project, and scheduling a public hearing on the tentative budget. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, receiving reports, and setting meeting dates.

• Local Law Tentatively No. 8 for 2023: establishing annual salaries for elected/appointed officials and department heads for fiscal year 2024
• Authorizing implementation and initial funding for design and right-of-way incidentals for County Route 4 Bridge Replacement over Cohocton River (BIN 3332800)
• Accepting FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant and authorizing contract with Southern Tier Central for Flood Safe Land Use Project
• Authorizing stipend for individuals taking EMS training to become volunteer responders
• Directing filing of tentative budget and fixing time/place for public hearing

209 Investigation Committee

The 209 Investigation Committee is holding its first meeting to discuss contracting with Phillips Lytle LLP to assist in an investigation authorized by Resolution No. 160-23, adopted July 24, 2023. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 23, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is a discussion of the contract.

• Discussion of contracting with Phillips Lytle LLP for investigation assistance
• Investigation authorized by Resolution No. 160-23 (adopted July 24, 2023)
• Meeting at Steuben County Office Building, Legislative Chambers, 3 East Pulteney Square, Bath, NY

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the September 5, 2023 minutes and discussing general business items such as the board's bylaws and the Local Services Plan. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of board by-laws
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Approval of September 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will consider several personnel actions, including reclassifying a vacant Registered Nurse position to a Caseworker and a Stock Clerk to a Procurement Specialist, as well as creating new Deputy Commissioner of Finance and Deputy Clerk of the Legislature positions. The committee will also vote on authorizing a county surplus auction and issuing bids for custodial paper products and polyethylene bags.

• Reclassify one vacant Registered Nurse position (Grade O, $55,438–$82,005) to Caseworker (Grade J, $43,437–$64,253) in Office for the Aging
• Reclassify one vacant Stock Clerk position (Grade E, $34,034–$50,344) to Procurement Specialist (Grade I, $41,369–$61,194) in Public Works
• Create one Deputy Commissioner of Finance, Management Grade I ($65,129–$101,849) in Finance Office
• Create one Deputy Clerk of the Legislature, Management Grade F ($48,932–$76,527) in Clerk of the Legislature
• Authorization to hold county surplus auction and issue bids for custodial paper products and polyethylene bags

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will meet on October 10, 2023, to consider several budget transfers and equipment purchases, including a $100,000 transfer from county road salaries to bridge maintenance, a $3,460 Pro Press tool, and $16,383.54 for two shop compressors. They will also discuss health insurance costs and adopt an annual investment policy. The meeting includes a closed executive session for real property matters.

• Authorization to transfer $100,000 from County Road Salaries & Wages to Bridge Maintenance Salaries & Wages
• Authorization to add $3,460 for a Pro Press tool and $16,383.54 for two shop compressors to Highway Major Equipment
• Discussion of health insurance costs and year-end projections
• Annual adoption of investment policy
• Executive session for proposed acquisition, lease or sale of real property

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is holding a budget workshop to discuss and review the proposed 2024 county budget. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, presented by County Manager Jack Wheeler, along with procedural items like call to order and adjournment. Public comment is not offered at this meeting, only at monthly Legislative Meetings.

• 2024 Budget Discussion and Review led by County Manager Jack Wheeler

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to discuss and act on several items, including a request to issue an RFP for ramp projects from the Office for the Aging, a contract renewal from Social Services, allocation of OMH COLA funds from Community Services, and awarding an RFP for collection services from the County Manager. The meeting is scheduled for October 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Bath, NY, with Zoom access available.

• Request to Issue RFP for Ramp Projects (Office for the Aging)
• Contract Renewal (Social Services)
• Accept and Allocate OMH COLA Funds (Community Services)
• Award RFP for Collection Services (County Manager)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to approve its 2024 budget, hear the treasurer's report, and review the status of demolitions and rehabs. The board will also receive an update from Habitat for Humanity. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no public hearings or major contracts listed.

• 2024 Budget Adoption
• Treasurer's Report
• Status of Demolitions and Rehabs
• Habitat for Humanity Update

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee is holding a special meeting on October 2, 2023, to discuss EMS (emergency medical services). The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers in Bath, NY, with teleconference access available. No specific proposals or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting purpose: discuss EMS
• Meeting in Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Teleconference via Zoom available

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee is meeting to consider departmental requests from Emergency Services/E-911 and the Sheriff's Office. Items include extending a contract for regional interoperability, purchasing two EMS vehicles and an AED, and renewing several public safety grants. The meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in Bath, NY.

• Authorization to extend contract with Televate for Regional Interop Grant
• Purchase of two vehicles for EMS
• Purchase of Life Pack 15 AED for EMS
• Renew Police Traffic Services Grant
• Renew Bicycle Safety Grant and Child Passenger Safety Grant

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss the 2024 STOP DWI Plan. The agenda is mostly routine, with the STOP DWI plan as the only substantive item.

• Approval of June 30, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of 2024 STOP DWI Plan

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee is meeting to review June minutes and discuss general business, including staff recruitment, clinic program updates, and updates from board members. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Staff recruitment discussion
• Clinic program updates
• Program updates from board members
• Review of June 20, 2023 minutes

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on September 25, 2023, to consider a range of resolutions, including adopting local laws on youth hunting and sheriff indemnification, approving contracts and grants, and authorizing appropriations for training and jail security. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a local law and several routine administrative items.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. 7 of 2023, which would allow 12- and 13-year-old licensed hunters to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow under adult supervision
• Adopting Local Law Tentatively No. 4 of 2023 to repeal Local Law No. 4 of 2017 and provide for defense and indemnification of the Sheriff
• Authorizing appropriation from General Fund for upgrade to the Security Management System in the jail
• Accepting Child Care Block Grant funding and Allegany ACASA Outreach and Engagement Grant funding
• Authorizing inter-municipal agreements with towns and villages for court security and for housing of inmates

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will hold a special meeting on September 25, 2023, to consider authorizing $5,000 from the General Fund for hybrid electric vehicle operations training for local individuals. The committee will then enter an executive session to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters.

• Request to appropriate $5,000 from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance for hybrid electric vehicle operations training
• Executive session for pending litigation and personnel matters

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will consider authorizing $5,000 from the General Fund to sponsor local individuals for hybrid electric vehicle operations training. The Public Safety & Corrections/Administration Committee will hold an executive session on litigation and personnel matters.

• Request to appropriate $5,000 from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance for hybrid electric vehicle training
• Executive session on litigation and personnel matters

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special committee meetings on September 25, 2023. The Finance Committee will consider authorizing $5,000 from the General Fund to sponsor local individuals for hybrid electric vehicle operations training. The Public Safety & Corrections/Administration Committee will enter executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters.

• Request to appropriate $5,000 from General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance for hybrid electric vehicle operations training
• Executive session on proposed, pending, or current litigation
• Executive session on medical, financial, credit, or employment history of a person or corporation

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on September 25, 2023, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. Seven for 2023, which would amend Local Law No. Two of 2021 to remove the sunset date that currently allows 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow under adult supervision. The hearing is open to the public, and the law would take effect immediately upon filing and publication.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Seven for 2023
• Amends Local Law No. Two of 2021 to remove sunset date for youth deer hunting
• Allows 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt deer with firearm or crossbow under adult supervision
• Hearing at Steuben County Legislative Chambers, 20 East Morris Street, Bath, NY
• Accommodations available for disabilities, hearing impairments, or translation

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee is meeting to approve minutes from June 13, 2023, and discuss general business including staff recruitment, clinic program updates, and program updates from board members. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of June 13, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of staff recruitment
• Clinic program updates
• Program updates from board members
• Next meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023 at 3:00 pm

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider several personnel requests, including creating a Senior Typist position in the Public Defender's office, appointing a part-time investigator in the District Attorney's office, creating an Account Clerk-Typist position in the Office for the Aging, and reclassifying a Computer Programmer to Computer Systems Analyst in Information Technology. The committee will also hold an executive session on potential litigation and personnel matters. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 8 and August 28, 2023.

• Request to create one Senior Typist position, CSEA Grade F ($35,736 - $52,861) for Public Defender
• Appoint a Part-Time Investigator above Mid-Point of Management Grade F, Step 12 (PT rate = $35,504) for District Attorney
• Request to create one Account Clerk-Typist position, CSEA Grade D ($32,414 - $47,947) for Office for the Aging
• Reclassify one filled Computer Programmer, CSEA Grade K ($45,609 - $67,466) to Computer Systems Analyst, CSEA Grade N ($52,798 - $78,100) for Information Technology
• Executive session for potential litigation and personnel matters

Finance Committee

The committee approved a $1,287,213 appropriation from the General Fund Balance for Black Creek Security System upgrades at the jail. Other key actions included appropriating $2.5 million in state day care funding and authorizing several department budget transfers and equipment purchases.

• Approved $1,287,213 from General Fund Balance for jail security system upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $2.5 million in NYS Day Care Funding for Social Services (5-0)
• Approved $55,490 for electronic poll books and on-demand printers (5-0)
• Approved $21,836.28 for three Western Star plows (5-0)
• Ratified $35,592 emergency purchase of a chiller server for the jail (5-0)
• Approved $7,800 contract with Hunt Engineers for jail plumbing and ceiling design (5-0)
• Approved 2024 STOP DWI Plan for forwarding to the Legislature (5-0)
• Authorized $16,500 in additional STOP DWI grant funds (5-0)

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to review minutes from June 6, 2023, and discuss general business including staff recruitment, clinic program updates, and updates from board members. The meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in Bath, NY.

• Staff recruitment discussion
• Clinic program updates
• Program updates from board members
• Review of June 6, 2023 minutes

The Mental Health Subcommittee discussed ongoing staff recruitment challenges, new hires, and program partnerships. It reported on homelessness numbers, funding restorations, and data sharing for ER psychiatric placements. No votes, approvals, or other formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will review requests from the District Attorney, Emergency Services, Sheriff's Office, and Personnel. Key items include a $1,287,213 appropriation for a jail security management system upgrade, contract renewals, and personnel actions. The meeting is a discussion and decision session, with public comment not offered at this committee level.

• Appropriate $1,287,213 from General Fund Balance for jail security management system upgrade
• Renew Allegany County inmate housing agreement
• Renew Primecare contract (4th extension)
• Accept $16,500 STOP Grant funding
• Approve STOP-DWI 2024 Plan

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved a significant appropriation for the jail's security management system and renewed several operational contracts. The board also authorized the acceptance of various donations and grant funds for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved $1,287,213.00 from General Fund Balance for Black Creek security system upgrades at the jail
• Approved renewal of PrimeCare contract at an annual cost of $1,606,609.00 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of inmate housing contract with Allegany County (5-0)
• Approved $7,800.00 contract with Hunt Engineers for jail plumbing and ceiling design study (5-0)
• Ratified $35,592.00 emergency purchase of a chiller server from Johnson Controls (5-0)
• Approved 2024 STOP DWI Plan and authorized $16,500.00 in additional grant funds (5-0)
• Authorized inter-municipal agreements for Sheriff's Office security services at town and village courts (5-0)
• Approved $1,050.00 in total donations for K-9 program and bicycle helmets (5-0)

County Legislature

This is a special session of the Steuben County Legislature, called by the Chairman. The main item is an executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters, which is closed to the public. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or votes listed.

• Executive session on proposed, pending, or current litigation
• Executive session on medical, financial, credit, or employment history of a person or corporation
• Possible action on urgent county matters, requiring 15 affirmative votes or unanimous vote if fewer than 15 members present

The County Legislature convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a budget transfer for highway equipment, and consider bids for trucks, concrete, and scrap steel. They will also discuss surplus detour signs and receive updates on highway shops.

• Budget transfer: increase minor equipment by $4,000, decrease striping pavement by $3,000 and consultants by $1,000
• Discussion on disposal of surplus detour signs
• Bids for heavy-duty ten-wheel trucks
• Bids for heated Portland cement concrete
• Bids for sale of scrap steel

The committee approved the purchase of four ten-wheel trucks and awarded a bid for heated concrete. Members also authorized budget transfers for equipment and plows and decided to rebid the sale of scrap steel.

• Awarded bid for four heavy-duty ten-wheel trucks to Dimmick Group Peterbilt/Utica for $1,220,992.00 (5-0)
• Awarded bid for heated portland cement concrete to Heidelberg Materials Northeast-NY, LLC at $200.00 per cubic yard (5-0)
• Rejected scrap steel sale bid and authorized rebid with a trucking option (5-0)
• Approved $21,836.28 for three Western Star plows and amended the Major Equipment List (5-0)
• Authorized $4,000 budget transfer for minor equipment including metal detectors and IT racks (5-0)
• Authorized auction of surplus detour signs from the CR 88 bridge project (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 7, 2023, meeting (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including contracts for social services and public health, a software purchase, and a discussion on amending a contract to convert opioid settlement funds. The committee will also review a personnel request and a temporary housing study RFP.

• Approval to purchase Track the Jack Software for time/activity tracking at $2,000
• Contract amendments for Pivital (S2AY Rural Health Network) totaling $26,225
• Discussion on amending CASA-Trinity contract to convert opioid settlement funds from DIVERT to AIR program
• Request to create one Account Clerk-Typist position at $32,414-$47,947
• Request to issue RFP for Temporary Housing Study

The committee approved several software purchases and contract renewals for Social Services and Public Health. Most notably, it accepted $2.5 million in restored state funding for child care for the 2023 budget.

• Appropriated $2.5 million in state day care funding into the 2023 budget (3-0)
• Approved $24,500 contract renewal with Diona for Social Services software (3-0)
• Approved contract with a foster parent for training at $55 per session, not to exceed $385 (3-0)
• Authorized $2,000 purchase of Track the Jack software for Public Health (3-0)
• Approved $5,225 contract increase with Pivital for Public Health Strategic Plan update (3-0)
• Approved $21,000 contract increase with Pivital for nurse recruiting services (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 2, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation meeting scheduled for September 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, October 4, 2023. This notice is procedural only; no agenda items are listed.

• Meeting cancelled for September 6, 2023
• Rescheduled to October 4, 2023

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board is meeting to review minutes from May 16, 2023, and discuss general business items including staff recruitment, clinic program updates, and program updates from board members. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Staff recruitment discussion
• Clinic program updates
• Program updates from board members
• Review of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting. Members discussed staffing shortages, recruitment challenges, and program updates for mental health and youth services.

• Approved minutes from 5/16/23 meeting

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2023, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. Six for 2023, which amends the existing Sustainable Energy Loan Program (Open C-PACE). The amendments update definitions and procedures, including clarifying the roles of financing parties and the county's authority. Public comments are invited.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Six for 2023, amending Local Law No. Seven for 2022 (Sustainable Energy Loan Program)
• Amends definitions of 'Financing Parties' and 'Qualified Property'
• Updates eligibility review procedures for property owners
• Effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the ongoing Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project, the Steuben County Well and Septic Replacement Program. The hearing will provide updates on the project's progress and accept comments on its administration. Written comments may be submitted until August 30, 2023.

• Public hearing on CDBG-funded Well and Septic Replacement Program (NYS CDBG 1115WS127-20)
• Comments on project progress and administration effectiveness
• Written comments accepted until August 30, 2023, addressed to Marie Myers Shearing, Planning Director
• Accessibility accommodations available upon request by August 21, 2023

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is holding special meetings on August 28, 2023, prior to the legislative meeting. The Finance Committee will discuss a sales tax extender. The Public Safety & Corrections / Administration Committee will hold an executive session for personnel matters.

• Finance Committee to discuss Sales Tax Extender
• Public Safety & Corrections / Administration Committee executive session on personnel matters
• Meetings held in Legislative Chambers, Bath, NY and via Zoom

The committee convened for a special joint meeting and entered executive session to discuss personnel or financial matters. No substantive actions or policy decisions were recorded in the regular session.

• Entered executive session to discuss medical, financial, credit, or employment history (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session and returned to regular session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss a sales tax extender item presented by the County Manager. A separate special meeting of the Public Safety & Corrections / Administration Committee will convene in executive session for personnel matters under Public Officers' Law. Both meetings occur before the regular Legislative Meeting on August 28, 2023.

• Sales Tax Extender discussion (Finance Committee)
• Executive session on personnel matters (Public Safety & Corrections / Administration Committee)
• Meetings held in Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Teleconference available via Zoom

The committee voted to extend the additional 1 percent sales tax on tangible personal property, certain services, hotel room occupancy, and amusement charges. This action follows the state's adoption of the county's request for legislation. A resolution is now required to finalize the process.

• Approved extension of additional 1 percent sales tax (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special committee meetings on August 28, 2023, prior to the regular legislative meeting. The Finance Committee will discuss the Sales Tax Extender, while the Public Safety & Corrections/Administration Committee will convene in executive session for personnel matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive public decisions listed.

• Finance Committee: Sales Tax Extender discussion
• Public Safety & Corrections/Administration Committee: Executive session on personnel matters

The committee convened for a special joint meeting and entered executive session to discuss personnel or financial matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Entered executive session to discuss medical, financial, credit, or employment history (5-0)
• Returned to regular session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public hearings on three proposed local laws and two CDBG-related items. The board will vote on resolutions covering tax sales, a sales tax rate extension, easements for Corning Natural Gas, and several personnel changes.

• Public hearings on Local Laws 4, 5, and 6 of 2023 (Sheriff defense/indemnification, Deputy Director of Real Property Tax, Sustainable Energy Loan Program amendment)
• Public hearings on CDBG Well and Septic Replacement Program and CDBG grant applications
• Resolution to extend the county sales tax rate and hotel/amusement taxes
• Authorizing permanent easements to Corning Natural Gas Corporation
• Personnel actions: reclassifications, new part-time ADA, and upgrades in County Clerk and Public Works

The County Legislature ratified several real property tax sales and corrected previous assessment transfers. The session also included public hearings on local laws and community development grants, though no votes on those items were recorded.

• Adopted minutes of the previous meeting
• Approved Resolution 162-23 to convey parcels from July 2023 Delinquent Tax Auction (Roll Call - Adopted)
• Approved Resolution 162-23 to convey parcels to NYS DEC for Bath Flood Protection Project (Roll Call - Adopted)
• Rescinded authorization to sell properties listed on Schedule B of Resolution 105-23 (Roll Call - Adopted)
• Accepted the August 28, 2023 communications log (Resolution 163-23)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2023, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. Five for 2023, which would create the position of Deputy Director of Real Property Tax Service Agency. The hearing is open to the public, and the law would establish the appointment, qualifications, powers, and duties of the new position.

• Public hearing on Local Law No. 5 of 2023 creating Deputy Director of Real Property Tax Service Agency
• Position appointed by Director, serves at Director's pleasure
• Deputy must have same qualifications as Director per NY Real Property Tax Law Section 1530
• Deputy exercises Director's powers in Director's absence or inability
• Law takes effect immediately upon filing with Secretary of State

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2023, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. Four for 2023, which repeals Local Law No. Four of 2017 that provided for the defense and indemnification of the Sheriff. The hearing is open to the public, and the law would take effect immediately upon passage.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Four for 2023
• Repeal of Local Law No. Four of 2017 (defense and indemnification of Sheriff)
• Effective immediately upon adoption

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2023, to gather comments on community development needs and a possible Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. The county plans to apply for up to $750,000 in CDBG funds to support equipment purchase and labor costs, including training, for LP Building Solutions in Bath, NY. The hearing allows citizens to comment on the proposed project or suggest alternatives.

• Public hearing on CDBG application for up to $750,000
• Funds to support equipment purchase and labor costs for LP Building Solutions in Bath, NY
• CDBG program administered by NY State Office of Community Renewal with ~$47 million available statewide
• Written comments accepted until August 30, 2023, addressed to Marie Myers Shearing, Planning Director

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will consider awarding demolition bids for four properties and receive updates on demolitions, rehabs, and a Habitat for Humanity request. The meeting also includes approval of July minutes and the treasurer's report.

• Award demolition bids for 5234 County Route 125, Campbell
• Award demolition bids for 4776 Taft Road, Campbell
• Award demolition bids for 2825 Main Street, Corning
• Award demolition bids for 10408 Lower Pace Road, Corning
• Habitat for Humanity update and request

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation awarded a demolition contract to MJR for four properties in Campbell and Corning. The board also authorized the issuance of a request for proposals for two rehabilitation projects.

• Approved July 11, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Awarded demolition bid for 5234 CR 125 (Campbell), 4776 Taft Road (Campbell), 2825 Main Street (Corning), and 10408 Lower Pace Road (Corning) to MJR for $45,900.00 (6-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to issue RFP for two rehab projects (6-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 26, 2023, and discuss new business, including a change order for the Prattsburgh Shop. The agenda is largely procedural with one concrete item.

• Change Order – Prattsburgh Shop

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved a change order for remediation work at the Prattsburgh Shop. The project includes installing 12 new concrete piers and plates to prevent the building from shifting, as well as new lighting funded by a grant.

• Approved minutes of the June 26, 2023, meeting (6-0)
• Approved change order with Building Innovations Group for Prattsburgh Shop repairs not to exceed $65,000 (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will vote on several personnel actions, including reclassifying four CSEA Grade F positions to Grade J in the Department of Social Services and creating a part-time Assistant District Attorney position. The agenda also includes appointing a Senior Typist above the mid-point of the salary grade, approving a quarterly copy paper bid, and updating the administrative code on sex discrimination and sexual harassment.

• Reclassify four Social Welfare Examiners (CSEA Grade F, $35,736-$52,861) to Caseworker (CSEA Grade J, $43,437-$64,253)
• Create one part-time Assistant District Attorney, Management Grade J ($25,000)
• Appoint a Senior Typist above mid-point of Management Grade C, Step 8 ($47,824)
• Award quarterly copy paper bid
• Update Section 11 of Administrative Code – Policy Against Sex Discrimination & Sexual Harassment

The committee approved several personnel changes, including salary grade upgrades for desk clerks and transfer station operators. It also authorized a new part-time Assistant District Attorney position and updated the county's sexual harassment policy.

• Approved quarterly copy paper bid to W.B. Mason for $35.11 per case (5-0)
• Approved RPSV4 annual license fee (5-0)
• Adopted amendment to Administrative Code Section 11 regarding Sex Discrimination & Sexual Harassment (5-0)
• Upgraded Desk Clerk (Grade F to H) and Transfer Station Operator (Grade H to I) titles (5-0)
• Authorized MOU with CSEA Main Unit regarding provisional increments salary step language (5-0)
• Reclassified four Social Welfare Examiner positions (Grade F) to Caseworker (Grade J) (5-0)
• Created one part-time Assistant District Attorney position capped at $25,000 per year (5-0)
• Reclassified Assistant Tax Map Technician (Grade G) to Tax Map Technician (Grade I) (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will consider several funding requests, including appropriating $100,000 in CHIPs funding for Wood Road Bridge improvements, transferring winter recovery funds between bridges, accepting donations, and approving a $2,000 Wegmans grant. They will also review monthly financial reports and may enter executive session to discuss real property acquisition or lease.

• Approve $2,000 Wegmans grant for Office for the Aging
• Purchase IT equipment for CAD project (Emergency Services/E-911)
• Transfer $22,200 from 2022 DSS funding for CAC Investigator (District Attorney's Office)
• Accept donations: $150 from Robert Austin Legion, $50 gift card from South Corning United Methodist Church, $3,200 from Sheriff's Foundation for concrete at PSB picnic area and K9 kennels
• Appropriate $100,000 CHIPs funding for Wood Road Bridge improvements; transfer $37,763.52 and $46,592.52 in Extreme Winter Recovery funding to CR 41 Bridge

The committee approved several funding requests for public safety, infrastructure, and social services. Key actions included authorizing IT spending for E-911 and appropriating funds for bridge improvements. The committee also rescinded a previous action regarding the sale of three parcels to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.

• Approved spending up to $470,000 for 911 CAD project IT equipment (5-0)
• Appropriated $100,000 in CHIPs funding for Wood Road Bridge Improvements (5-0)
• Rescinded May 9, 2023 action regarding private sale of three parcels to NYS DEC (5-0)
• Authorized $2,000 Wegmans grant for Office for the Aging Health File/File of Life Project (5-0)
• Authorized transfer of $22,200 in DSS funding from 2022 to 2023 budget for CAC Investigator (5-0)
• Authorized $7,450 from General Fund for four individuals to attend ALERRT Training Conference (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $84,355.54 in Extreme Winter Recovery funds to CR 41 Bridge (5-0)
• Authorized Sheriff to accept donations totaling $3,400 and one $50 gift card (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to consider several highway and landfill items, including funding for bridge improvements, equipment purchases, and bids for services. They will also discuss the outside engineer process and heavy-duty plow truck purchases.

• Authorization to appropriate $100,000 in CHIPs funding for Wood Road Bridge Improvements
• Authorization to transfer $37,763.52 and $46,592.52 in Extreme Winter Recovery Funding to CR 41 Bridge
• Authorization to purchase walking floor trailer from National Cooperative (HGAC) for $127,472.14
• Bids for pavement marking painting, ice control sand, and highway paint striping truck controls replacement
• Discussion re: Town of Addison's building inspect code enforcement quotes

The committee authorized $100,000 for Wood Road Bridge improvements and the purchase of a walking floor trailer for the Hornell Transfer Station. It also approved a pavement marking contract and the sealing of two gas wells at Boyd’s Corners Park. A request for a tip fee reduction for a demolition project in the Village of Addison was held for further discussion.

• Authorized NYSDEC and NYSOGS to seal and cap two abandoned gas wells at Boyd’s Corners Park (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 in CHIPs funding for Wood Road Bridge improvements (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $84,356.04 in Extreme Winter Recovery funds to the CR 41 Bridge (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of two air compressors for $17,580 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a walking floor trailer for an estimated $127,472.14 (5-0)
• Authorized easement with Corning Natural Gas for Landfill Gas to Energy Facility site road (5-0)
• Waived late fee charges for a Main Street demolition project in the Village of Addison (5-0)
• Awarded pavement marking painting bid to Zebra Paint Striping for $11,995.00 (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several departmental requests, including purchasing IT equipment for the 911 CAD project, accepting a $269,728 power replacement bid, and accepting donations for the Sheriff's Office. They will also consider creating a part-time Assistant District Attorney position and approving a training MOU with the Canisteo Police Department.

• Purchase of IT equipment for the 911 CAD project
• Acceptance of power replacement bid ($269,728 – Base Bid and Option 1)
• Accept donations: $150 from Robert Austin Legion, $50 gift card from South Corning United Methodist Church, $3,200 from Steuben County Sheriff's Foundation for concrete at PSB picnic area and K9 kennels
• Waive Rule 16B and create one part-time Assistant District Attorney (Management Grade J, $25,000)
• MOU with Canisteo Police Department for ALERRT Training Conference ($7,450)

The committee authorized significant spending for emergency services infrastructure and created a part-time legal position. It also approved several small donations to the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved spending up to $470,000 for 911 CAD system IT equipment (5-0)
• Approved $269,728 quote from Schuler-Haas Electric Corp. for remote site power replacement (5-0)
• Approved $150 donation from Robert Austin American Legion in Campbell (5-0)
• Approved $50 gift card donation from South Corning United Methodist Church (5-0)
• Approved $3,200 donation from Steuben County Sheriff’s Foundation (5-0)
• Approved creation of one part-time Assistant District Attorney position at $25,000 per year (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 3 and July 24, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee is meeting to discuss departmental requests, including an update on Public Health software, Office for the Aging items, and a personnel request to reclassify four Social Welfare Examiner positions to Caseworker roles. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting. No final votes are expected; items are for discussion and recommendation.

• Reclassify four Social Welfare Examiner positions (CSEA Grade F, $35,736-$52,861) to Caseworker (CSEA Grade J, $43,437-$64,253)
• Update on replacement software for Public Health
• Bone Builders Annual Training for Office for the Aging
• Annual Senior Forum Event
• Accept Wegmans Grant

The committee approved the reclassification of four Social Welfare Examiner positions to Caseworkers to address Child Protective Unit caseloads. Additional approvals were granted for senior citizen training, a public forum, and a medical information grant.

• Approved $2,300 for annual Bone Builder Leader training (3-0)
• Approved $2,800 for annual Senior Forum Event (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of $2,000 Wegmans grant for Health File/File of Life Project (3-0)
• Approved reclassifying four zero-based Social Welfare Examiner positions (CSEA Grade F) to Caseworker (CSEA Grade J) (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the July 5, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections Committee is scheduled to meet on July 24, 2023, prior to the Legislative Meeting. The only listed agenda item is an executive session under Public Officers' Law to discuss personnel matters. No other business is scheduled for this committee.

• Executive session pursuant to Public Officers’ Law, Article 7§ 105.1.F for personnel matters

The committee convened for a special meeting and entered executive session to discuss personnel or corporate matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to return to regular session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration and AIP Committee will consider a proposed local law to establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program. The Public Works Committee will consider bids for subsurface exploration and geotechnical engineering services, and for lumber. The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will hold an executive session on personnel matters.

• Amending Local Law Tentatively No. Six for the Year 2023, Amending Local Law No. Seven for the Year 2023, Establishing a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Steuben County
• Bid award for Subsurface Exploration and Geotechnical Engineering Services (GC-23-010-Q2)
• Bid award for Lumber (GC-23-017-B)
• Executive session on personnel matters

The Administration and Agriculture, Industry and Planning committees approved a clerical amendment to the local law establishing a sustainable energy loan program. The change follows corrections requested by the contractor, EIC.

• Approved Local Law Tentatively No. Six for 2023 to amend the sustainable energy loan program (Admin 5-0, AIP 4-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding its regular monthly meeting on July 24, 2023. The agenda includes several proposed resolutions, including three local laws: repealing the Sheriff's defense and indemnification law, creating a Deputy Director of Real Property Tax title, and amending the Sustainable Energy Loan Program. The board will also consider routine items like the communications log, budget approvals, and position transfers.

• Local Law No. 4: Repealing 2017 law on defense/indemnification of Sheriff
• Local Law No. 5: Creating Deputy Director of Real Property Tax title
• Local Law No. 6: Amending Sustainable Energy Loan Program
• Waiving civil service exam fees until Dec 31, 2024
• Accepting .50 acres from NYS DOT near State Route 415, Bath

The County Legislature approved Resolution No. 144-23, which authorizes the Commissioner of Finance to cancel specific unpaid taxes and ratify the transfer of parcels sold at the July 2023 Delinquent Tax Auction. The meeting also included public comments regarding sewage sludge disposal on farmlands.

• Approved Resolution No. 144-23 to cancel unpaid taxes for parcel 349.08-01-048.000
• Ratified the sale of 9 parcels from the July 5-12, 2023 Delinquent Tax Auction
• Adopted the minutes of the previous meeting

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding special committee meetings on July 24, 2023, prior to the legislative meeting. The Administration/AIP Committee will discuss amending a local law to establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program. The Public Works Committee will consider bid awards for geotechnical engineering services and lumber. The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will hold an executive session on personnel matters.

• Amending Local Law to establish Sustainable Energy Loan Program
• Bid award: Subsurface Exploration and Geotechnical Engineering Services (GC-23-010-Q2)
• Bid award: Lumber (GC-23-017-B)
• Executive session on personnel matters

The committee awarded two contracts to the lowest bidders. One contract is for geotechnical engineering services and the other is for lumber to replace decking on the Wood Road Bridge in Campbell.

• Awarded subsurface exploration and geotechnical engineering services bid to Whitestone Associates for $26,100 (4-0)
• Awarded lumber bid for Wood Road Bridge decking to Shirley’s Lumber for $46,665.15 (4-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, award demolition bids for three properties, and receive project updates, including a Habitat for Humanity request. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property.

• Award demolition bids for 2 North Main Street, Cohocton; 10 Cottage Avenue, Hornell; 3 East Naples Street, Wayland
• Project update on 20 Townsend Avenue, Riverside
• Habitat for Humanity update and request
• Executive session on proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved demolition contracts for three properties and authorized the acquisition of several parcels. The board also approved the sale of a vacant lot to Habitat for Humanity and accepted a property donation in Woodhull.

• Awarded demolition bids for 2 North Main St (Cohocton), 10 Cottage Ave (Hornell), and 3 East Naples St (Wayland) to Cyrco Construction Corporation for $10,500, $10,200, and $16,500 respectively (7-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 3415 Fenderson Street Extension in Town of Corning for $11,085.06 via unrestricted funds with an MOA for Habitat for Humanity to repay the cost (7-0)
• Approved sale of vacant lot at 3 Laine Court in Village of Canisteo to Habitat for Humanity for $1.00 (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of donated property at 1606 CR 129 in Town of Woodhull (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of two parcels in Town of Campbell for $12,000 (7-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled request for $23,700 in siding labor funding for 285 West William Street project

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will discuss several personnel actions, including reclassifying a vacant Assistant Director of Community Services to Deputy Director and transferring four positions between departments. The committee will also consider contract extensions for Gallagher Benefits Consultants and MissionSquare Retirement, a five-year audit services proposal from Bonadio & Co., and a Zoom license renewal. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Reclassify vacant Assistant Director of Community Services (Grade I, $65,129-$101,849) to Deputy Director (Grade J, $71,642-$112,048)
• Transfer four positions from Office of Community Services to Department of Social Services
• Contract extensions for Gallagher Benefits Consultants and MissionSquare Retirement
• Five-year proposal for audit services from Bonadio & Co.
• Local law creating Deputy Director of Real Property Tax Service Agency

The committee approved the 2024 Workers’ Compensation budget and apportionment schedule. Members also authorized several contract extensions, a five-year audit agreement, and various personnel reclassifications and salary plan changes.

• Approved 2024 Workers’ Compensation Budget of $2,017,000 (5-0)
• Authorized $16,800 Zoom license renewal for 112 licenses (5-0)
• Approved five-year audit agreement with Bonadio & Co. for $129,350 (5-0)
• Extended Gallagher Benefits Consultants contract through July 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Extended MissionSquare Retirement contract through March 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Increased Finance Office petty cash from $450 to $600 (5-0)
• Waived civil service exam fees through December 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Authorized creation of two Case Manager positions in Public Defender’s Office (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review monthly financial reports, and consider several financial actions. These include contract extensions for Gallagher Benefits Consultants and MissionSquare Retirement, a five-year audit services proposal from Bonadio & Co., and an increase to the Finance Office petty cash. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss the proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property.

• Contract extensions for Gallagher Benefits Consultants and MissionSquare Retirement
• Five-year proposal for audit services from Bonadio & Co.
• Increase Finance Office petty cash
• Executive session on proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property
• Approval of minutes from June 13 and June 26, 2023

The committee approved a five-year audit services contract and extended agreements with benefits and retirement consultants. It also authorized an increase in Finance Office petty cash and the cancellation of specific taxes for a parcel in the Village of Addison.

• Approved five-year audit contract with Bonadio & Co. for $129,350 (5-0)
• Extended Gallagher Benefits Consultants contract through July 1, 2024, at $12,500 per quarter and authorized a fall RFP (5-0)
• Extended MissionSquare Retirement contract through March 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Increased Finance Office petty cash from $450 to $600 (5-0)
• Authorized cancellation of 2022-2024 town, county, school, and village taxes for parcel #349.08-01-048.000 in the Village of Addison (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 13 and June 26, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider several departmental requests, including awarding a cost allocation RFP, approving a new software RFP to replace HCMS, a contract amendment for Dr. Michele Lowry, and the use of 2022 Opioid Settlement Funds. The committee will also vote on transferring four positions from Community Services to Social Services and reclassifying a vacant assistant director position. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Award Cost Allocation RFP
• RFP for new software to replace HCMS
• Contract amendment for Dr. Michele Lowry
• 2022 Opioid Settlement Funds services reports
• Transfer four positions from Community Services to Social Services; reclassify vacant Assistant Director to Deputy Director (salary range $71,642-$112,048)

The committee approved a three-year contract for the county's cost allocation plan and authorized an RFP for new public health software. It also approved a contract amendment for forensic services. Members received updates on opioid settlement fund usage and prevention programs.

• Awarded Cost Allocation Plan RFP to Maximus for three years ($10,000 year one; $10,500 years two and three) (4-0)
• Authorized RFP for new software to replace HCMS software (4-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Dr. Michele Lowry to add 70 hours for $7,500 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 7, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee approved several equipment purchases and software renewals for the Sheriff's Office and E-911 services. It also authorized the creation of two case manager positions in the Public Defender's Office and appropriated funds for emergency vehicle training.

• Approved $16,191.04 for server room mini-split air conditioner (5-0)
• Approved $5,225 for jail water softener controller (5-0)
• Renewed Wilmac 911 Recorder contract for $31,285 (5-0)
• Renewed NetMotion software contract for $10,768.22 (5-0)
• Renewed Central Square CAD maintenance contract for $252,667.80 (5-0)
• Renewed Intrado Phone maintenance contract for $42,693.82 (5-0)
• Authorized creation of two CSEA Grade L Case Manager positions in Public Defender's Office (5-0)
• Appropriated $5,000 for hybrid/electric vehicle operations training (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a NYSDOT paving project on State Route 415, a land transfer, and the sale of surplus equipment. The committee will also consider bids for various supplies and services. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• NYSDOT Paving Project – State Route 415 – Permission to Access County Property
• Transfer of Lands/Property
• Authorization to Sell Surplus Transformer from Landfill Gas to Energy Facility via Roy Teitsworth Online Auctions
• Bids: Asphalt Concrete, Traffic Control Supplies, Remanufactured Engine for Volvo Loader L25B, CAT Heavy Duty Undercarriage Parts, Highway Striping Truck Paint System Controls Replacement

The committee approved several equipment and supply contracts, including a major asphalt project. It also authorized the transfer of surplus land to a private entity and the auction of a landfill transformer.

• Awarded asphalt concrete bid to Spallina Materials, Inc. for $1,034,780.00 (5-0)
• Declared .50 +/- acres near State Route 415 as surplus and transferred to Finger Lakes Land Holding, LLC (5-0)
• Authorized NYSDOT to exceed right-of-way for sidewalk paving on State Route 415 (5-0)
• Authorized sale of surplus landfill gas to energy facility transformer via online auction (5-0)
• Awarded traffic control supplies bids to S&S Signs & Safety Equipment and Safety Zone Specialists (5-0)
• Awarded Volvo Loader L25B engine bid to Alta Equipment Construction NY for $21,784.12 (5-0)
• Awarded CAT undercarriage bid to Monroe Tractor for $29,422.66 (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Crusher/Stacker Rental Combination due to non-conformance (5-0)

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is meeting to approve minutes from March 31, 2023, and discuss a request from the New York State Department of Transportation for speed limit enforcement in the Hamlet of Prattsburgh. The agenda includes routine reports and old/new business, with the next meeting scheduled for September 29, 2023.

• Request for speed limit enforcement in the Hamlet of Prattsburgh
• Approval of minutes from March 31, 2023
• Next meeting set for September 29, 2023

The board did not have a quorum present, and therefore no action items were entertained or decided. Members shared updates on road paving, bridge projects, and traffic enforcement.

• No action items entertained due to lack of quorum

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting on June 26, 2023, to discuss and possibly approve a change order. This is one of several special committee meetings scheduled before the regular legislative session.

• Change order approval for office space

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved a change order for fire-rated walls and a damper system at the Mt. Washington and Curtis highway shops. The funding will come from project contingencies using ARPA funds.

• Approved $28,208 change order to Building Innovations Group (6-0)

Administration Committee

Steuben County Legislature committees hold special meetings on June 26, 2023, before the regular legislative meeting. They will discuss urging the governor to veto a stream permit law, applying for Upper Susquehanna Coalition grants, Western Regional Off-Track Betting, a possible real estate acquisition, and a change order approval for office space.

• Urging Governor to veto legislation requiring permits for Class C streams
• Authorizing County Manager to apply for and accept Upper Susquehanna Coalition grants
• Discussion relative to Western Regional Off-Track Betting
• Possible acquisition of real estate
• Change order approval for office space

The Administration Committee approved a motion to investigate and potentially litigate the 2023 amendment of §502 of the NYS Racing Pari-Mutuel Wagering & Breeding Law. The action follows a change in state legislation that shifted voting representation based on population, reducing Steuben County's voting weight.

• Authorized County Attorney to investigate and commence litigation to enjoin enforcement of NYS Racing Pari-Mutuel Wagering & Breeding Law amendment (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Finance Committee and other committees will hold special meetings on June 26, 2023, to discuss several items. These include urging the governor to veto legislation requiring permits for Class C streams, authorizing grant applications, a matter related to Western Regional Off-Track Betting, a possible real estate acquisition, and a change order approval. The meetings are procedural and will be held in the Legislative Chambers and via teleconference.

• Urging Governor to veto legislation requiring permits for Class C streams
• Authorizing County Manager to apply for and accept Upper Susquehanna Coalition grants
• Discussion relative to Western Regional Off-Track Betting
• Possible acquisition of real estate
• Change order approval for Ad-Hoc Office Space Committee

The Finance Committee met in a special session and entered executive session to discuss real property. The committee decided to remove one specific parcel in the City of Hornell from the real property tax foreclosure auction.

• Directed Commissioner of Finance to pull Parcel #151.72-01-027.000 in the City of Hornell from the real property tax foreclosure auction (4-1)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding its regular monthly meeting on June 26, 2023. The agenda includes 21 proposed resolutions covering real property tax sales, budget appropriations, grants, personnel changes, and potential litigation. A public hearing on agricultural districts is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on annual inclusion of agricultural districts
• Appropriating $6,000 from Jail Air Handling Systems Project to Jail Major Equipment
• Appropriating $5,000 from Jail Air Handling Systems Project to Jail Minor Equipment
• Authorizing litigation to enjoin enforcement of 2023 modification of NYS Racing Pari-Mutual Wagering & Breeding Law
• Authorizing County Attorney to retain counsel for diabetic drug price fixing lawsuit

The County Legislature authorized the cancellation of certain unpaid taxes and the sale of foreclosed properties. Several parcels were conveyed to the Steuben County Land Bank Corporation and Habitat for Humanity.

• Approved Resolution 125-23 regarding real property tax sales and acquisitions (Roll Call)
• Authorized cancellation of unpaid taxes for Reliance Globalcom Services (Schedule A)
• Approved sale of 6 foreclosed properties to Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (Schedule B)
• Approved sale of 1 foreclosed property to Habitat for Humanity for $11,085.06 (Schedule C)
• Adopted minutes of the previous meeting
• Approved Resolution 126-23 to accept the June 26, 2023 communications log (Roll Call)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on June 26, 2023, to consider adding parcels to certified Agricultural District 6 during the annual 30-day review period. The hearing will address recommendations from the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board and proposed modifications to the district. Written comments are due by June 30, 2023.

• Public hearing on inclusion of parcels in Agricultural District 6
• Recommendation by Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board to include submitted parcels
• Proposed modifications to Agricultural District 6
• Written comments accepted until June 30, 2023
• Hearing at Legislative Chambers, 20 East Morris Street, Bath, NY

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Committee met to approve minutes from March 21, 2023. The agenda included discussions on staff recruitment, program updates from committee members, and an update to the 2024 Local Services Plan. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of minutes from 3/21/2023
• Discussion of staff recruitment
• Program updates from committee members
• 2024 Local Services Plan update

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members shared agency updates regarding staffing vacancies, Narcan training, and the emergence of Xylazine in New York State. The board discussed challenges with school-based prevention education and the 2023 Local Services Plan.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will consider several personnel actions, including reclassifying a vacant Senior Account Clerk-Typist to Accounting Manager and creating two Staff Social Worker positions. The committee will also vote on accepting three election-related grants totaling $135,365.30 and a bid award for printing services.

• Accept Technology Innovation and Resource (TIER) Grant - $96,920.62
• Accept Absentee Ballot Pre-Paid Postage Grant - $27,821.26
• Accept Temporary Poll Site Improvement Grant Extension - $10,623.42
• Reclassify one vacant Senior Account Clerk-Typist (CSEA Grade I, $41,369-$61,194) to Accounting Manager (Management Grade H, $59,216-$92,595)
• Create two Staff Social Worker positions (CSEA Grade L, $47,890-$70,839) via 16B Waiver

The committee approved awarding printing service bids to three vendors on a line-item basis. Members also discussed proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure, including Zoom access for meetings and the role of the Chairperson during debates.

• Approved minutes of May 9 and May 22, 2023 meetings (5-0)
• Awarded printing services bids to Check-O-Matic, Image Now, and Strategic Facilities on a line-item basis (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will review the 2022 financial statements presented by Bonadio, consider accepting several grants, and discuss department requests including new contracts and spending from a capital project. The agenda also includes an executive session on real property acquisition, lease, or sale.

• Accept State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) Award - $3,890
• Accept Wal-Mart Cyber Grant - $4,000
• Accept Technology Innovation and Election Resource (TIER) Grant - $96,920.62
• Accept Absentee Ballot Pre-Paid Postage Grant - $27,821.26
• Spending $5,000 on water control valves and $6,000 on mini split for HVAC project

The committee approved a contract for a psychiatric nurse practitioner and authorized the acceptance of several grants for the District Attorney, Sheriff, and Board of Elections. Members also reviewed the 2022 Financial Statements and discussed the status of broadband design and ARPA funding.

• Approved contract with Jennifer Hollenbeck, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, not to exceed $97,500 annually (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of 2023-2024 CARP Grant for $40,400 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of Domestic Violence Program Grant for $6,000 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of SCAAP Grant for $3,890 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of Walmart Cyber Grant for $4,000 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $11,000 from HVAC Johnson Control Upgrade project to jail equipment lines (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of TIER, Absentee Ballot, Poll Site, and Cyber Security grants totaling $140,130.53 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 9 and May 22, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Committee is meeting to approve minutes from March 28, 2023, and discuss general business including staff recruitment, program updates, and the 2024 Local Services Plan. The meeting is routine and procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023
• Discussion of staff recruitment
• Program updates from committee members
• 2024 Local Services Plan update

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the 2024 Local Plan, staffing updates for regional programs, and challenges regarding housing and transportation for individuals with developmental disabilities.

• Approved 3/28/23 minutes

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 24, 2023, and discuss new business, including a change order for the Mt. Washington and Curtis Shop fire wall and damper project. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the fire wall change order as the only substantive item listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 24, 2023
• Discussion of Mt. Washington and Curtis Shop fire wall and damper change order

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will consider awarding a demolition bid for 34 Erie Avenue in Hornell and authorizing demolition bids for newly acquired properties. The board will also receive a treasurer's report and an update on the Land Bank Initiative Phase II and a project at 20 Townsend Avenue in Riverside. An executive session is planned to discuss the proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property.

• Award demolition bid for 34 Erie Avenue, Hornell
• Authorization to issue demolition bids for newly acquired properties
• Update on Land Bank Initiative Phase II
• Award project update for 20 Townsend Avenue, Riverside
• Executive session on proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property

The Board awarded a demolition contract for a property in Hornell and authorized bids for three additional demolitions. Members also approved the acquisition of several properties for demolition and rehabilitation projects.

• Approved demolition bid for 34 Erie Avenue in Hornell to MJR Partners for $11,300 (6-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to issue demolition bids for properties in Cohocton, Wayland, and Hornell (6-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to acquire four properties for demolition and up to three for rehab, with one rehab project designated to Habitat for Humanity (6-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including awarding a cost allocation RFP for the Department of Social Services, approving 2023 Youth Service Allocations, and authorizing new contracts for a psychiatric nurse practitioner and EHR assistance. The committee will also discuss the opioid settlement and personnel actions such as creating two social worker positions and reclassifying a psychologist role.

• Award Cost Allocation RFP for Department of Social Services
• 2023 Youth Service Allocations from Youth Bureau
• New contracts: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (15 hrs/week) and Karen Monroe for EHR assistance
• RFP for Collections Agency for Community Services
• Opioid Settlement Discussion led by County Manager

The committee authorized various youth sports allocations and a new contract for a psychiatric nurse practitioner. It also approved the creation of two social worker positions funded by opioid settlements and the reclassification of a psychologist position to a mental health coordinator.

• Approved $23,244 in Youth Sports Opportunity Funding for seven programs (4-0)
• Approved contract for psychiatric nurse practitioner Jennifer Hollenbeck at $125/hour, not to exceed $97,500 annually (4-0)
• Authorized RFP for a new collections agency (4-0)
• Approved creation of two Staff Social Worker positions using Opioid Settlement Funds (4-0)
• Approved reclassification of one vacant Staff Psychologist position to Mental Health Coordinator (3-1)
• Tabled Award Cost Allocation RFP for Department of Social Services

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Mental Health Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss staff recruitment, receive program updates, and review the 2024 Local Services Plan. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of March 7, 2023 minutes
• Staff recruitment discussion
• Program updates from committee members
• 2024 Local Services Plan update

The committee approved the corrected minutes from the March 7, 2023, meeting. Members discussed staffing shortages, service gaps in housing and crisis care, and updates on youth and mental health programs.

• Approved corrected minutes from 3/7/23 meeting

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will hear presentations on extra security in the Village of Bath and electric vehicle battery fire training, and will consider several departmental requests, including accepting grants, approving contracts, and authorizing spending from a capital project. The committee will also review a memorandum of agreement with the Deputy Sheriff's Association.

• Village of Bath proposal for extra security
• B&W Towing training on electric vehicle battery fires
• Accept State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) Award - $3,890
• Accept Wal-Mart Cyber Grant - $4,000
• Spending $5,000 on water control valves and $6,000 on mini split from HVAC capital project

The committee approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) for services to maintain vehicle and traffic matters for local courts and the Traffic Diversion Program. Additionally, the District Attorney was authorized to accept two grants totaling $46,400. The committee also heard presentations regarding security concerns in the Village of Bath and electric vehicle fire safety.

• Approved RFP for services to maintain vehicle and traffic matters for local courts and Traffic Diversion Program (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of 2023-2024 Crimes Against Revenue Program (CARP) grant of $40,400 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of Domestic Violence Program grant of $6,000
• Approved minutes of the May 1, 2023, meeting (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss updates on FEMA projects, the Wood Road Bridge deck replacement, and the CR28 Bridge related to Eight Point Wind. They will also consider authorizing an easement with Corning Natural Gas Corporation for a metering and regulating station at the landfill, and receive an update on the Hornell Transfer Station. Several bids will be opened for concrete work, tractor undercarriages, land surveying, and gravel crushing.

• Update on FEMA projects
• Wood Road Bridge deck replacement update
• CR28 Bridge – Eight Point Wind update
• Authorization to enter into easement with Corning Natural Gas Corporation for metering and regulating station
• Bids: Concrete for ProAction Parking Lot (Village of Bath), Cat undercarriage, land surveying for landfill, gravel/stone crushing

The committee approved several contracts for asphalt work, land surveying, and stone crushing. It also authorized a lease agreement with Corning Natural Gas and approved the private sale of a land parcel in the Town of Cameron.

• Awarded ProAction parking lot asphalt bid to Spallina Materials, Inc. for $167,884.20 (5-0)
• Awarded landfill land surveying bid to Popli Design Group for $85,970 (5-0)
• Awarded gravel/stone crushing bid to Villager Construction, Inc. for $148,500 (5-0)
• Authorized lease agreement with Corning Natural Gas for a metering and regulating station (5-0)
• Approved private sale of CR 25 land parcel in Town of Cameron to Timothy W. and Lisa A. Hargraves for $2,500 (5-0)
• Rejected CAT general duty undercarriage bid and authorized rebid (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 1 and May 22, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

This is a special meeting agenda for three committee sessions before the regular legislative meeting. The committees will discuss appointing and setting a salary for the Director of Community Services, amending the notice to bidders and terms of sale, and accepting additional CHIPs funding. These are items for discussion and potential action.

• Appointing and setting salary for Director of Community Services
• Amending Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale
• Accepting additional CHIPs funding

The Administration and Human Services, Health & Education Committees met jointly to confirm a leadership appointment. The committees approved the appointment of Lynn Lewis as Director of Community Services with a specific salary step.

• Confirmed appointment of Lynn Lewis as Director of Community Services (5-0 Admin, 5-0 HSH&E)
• Set salary for Director of Community Services at Grade K, Step 14, $120,308 (5-0 Admin, 5-0 HSH&E)

Administration Committee

Three special committee meetings will be held on May 22, 2023, prior to the legislative session. The Administration/HSH&E Committee will consider appointing and setting the salary for the Director of Community Services. The Finance Committee will discuss amending a notice to bidders and terms of sale. The Public Works/Finance Committee will consider accepting additional CHIPs funding.

• Appointing and setting the salary for the Director of Community Services
• Amending Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale
• Accepting Additional CHIPs Funding

The Administration and Human Services, Health & Education Committees met jointly to confirm a leadership appointment. The committees approved the appointment of Lynn Lewis as Director of Community Services with a specific salary step.

• Confirmed appointment of Lynn Lewis as Director of Community Services (5-0 Admin, 5-0 HSH&E)
• Set salary for Director of Community Services at Grade K, Step 14, $120,308 (5-0 Admin, 5-0 HSH&E)

Public Works Committee

The committees authorized the acceptance and appropriation of various state funds for road and bridge projects. This includes CHIPs, Extreme Weather Recovery, PaveNY, and Pave Our Potholes funding. Specific allocations were made for several county roads and bridge projects.

• Approved acceptance of $1,250,621.97 in 2022-2023 rollover CHIPs funding (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)
• Approved acceptance of $566,683.14 in 2022-2023 Extreme Weather Recovery funding for CR88 and Dry Run Road bridges (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)
• Approved acceptance of 2023-2024 state funding: CHIPS ($6,019,654.04), Extreme Weather Recovery ($988,567.50), PaveNY ($1,519,508.02), and Pave Our Potholes ($1,013,055.35) (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)
• Approved appropriation of 2023 state revenue: $1,000,000 to Road Machinery Fund and $4,110,916.92 to County Roads fund (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)
• Approved funding for road projects: CR42 ($490k), CR11 ($600k), CR35 ($1.25M), CR50 ($350k), CR81 ($150k), CR86 ($400k), CR12 ($520k) (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)
• Approved funding for bridge projects: Five Corners Road ($220k) and Cemetery Road ($180k) (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)
• Approved $300,000 for Capital Project for Gravel and $619,405.92 for Road Improvements Unassigned Fund Balance (5-0 PW, 5-0 Fin)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Legislature is holding three special committee meetings on May 22, 2023, before the regular legislative meeting. The Administration/HSH&E Committee will consider appointing and setting the salary for the Director of Community Services. The Finance Committee will discuss amending the notice to bidders and terms of sale. The Public Works/Finance Committee will consider accepting additional CHIPs funding.

• Appointing and setting salary for Director of Community Services
• Amending Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale
• Accepting additional CHIPs funding

The Finance Committee met in a special session to discuss the sale of the Corning Courthouse. The committee decided that no reserve price will be established for the property in the real property tax foreclosure auction.

• Directed that no reserve price be established for the sale of the Corning Courthouse in the real property tax foreclosure auction (4-1)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Legislature's Finance Committee and joint committees will hold special meetings on May 22, 2023, to consider three items: appointing and setting the salary for the Director of Community Services, amending the notice to bidders and terms of sale, and accepting additional CHIPs funding. These are scheduled actions prior to the regular legislative meeting.

• Appointing and setting salary for Director of Community Services
• Amending Notice to Bidders and Terms of Sale
• Accepting additional CHIPs funding

The Public Works and Finance Committees approved the acceptance of several state funding streams for road and bridge projects. They also authorized the appropriation of these funds into specific county road projects and machinery funds.

• Approved acceptance of $1,250,621.97 in 2022-2023 rollover CHIPs funding (5-0 PW, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved acceptance of $566,683.14 in 2022-2023 Extreme Weather Recovery funding for CR88 and Dry Run Road bridges (5-0 PW, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved acceptance of 2023-2024 state funding: CHIPS ($6,019,654.04), Extreme Weather Recovery ($988,567.50), PaveNY ($1,519,508.02), and Pave Our Potholes ($1,013,055.35) (5-0 PW, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved appropriation of 2023 state revenue: $1,000,000 to Road Machinery Fund and $4,110,916.92 to County Roads (5-0 PW, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved appropriation of 2023 state funding for projects including CR42, CR11, CR35, CR50, CR81, CR86, CR12, Five Corners Road bridge, and Cemetery Road bridge (5-0 PW, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved appropriation of $300,000 for Capital Project for Gravel and $619,405.92 for Road Improvements Unassigned Fund Balance (5-0 PW, 5-0 Finance)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on May 22, 2023, to consider 19 proposed resolutions. These include matters related to real property tax sales, a bridge replacement project, grant funding, and personnel changes. The agenda also includes routine items like committee reports and public comments.

• Authorizing purchase of real property in Town of Erwin for Smith Hill Road Bridge replacement over Cohocton River
• Appropriating 2023 CHIPs funding
• Accepting FY22 Statewide Interoperable Communications Targeted Grant
• Authorizing change order for Bath Landfill Cell 7/8 Capital Project
• Creating one full-time Assistant Public Defender and one Paralegal Assistant position

The County Legislature approved Resolution No. 105-23, which authorized corrections to real property taxes and the sale or transfer of several parcels of land. The board also accepted the May 22, 2023 communications log.

• Approved Resolution No. 105-23 regarding real property tax corrections and land dispositions (Roll Call - Adopted)
• Authorized tax corrections for parcels in Prattsburgh and Corning Town
• Approved transfer of three parcels in Cohocton Village, Hornell City, and Wayland Village to Steuben County Land Bank
• Approved sale of parcel in Avoca Village to Barbara Goodrich for $5,000 plus fees
• Approved sale of parcels in Bath Village and Addison Village to NYS DEC for $1 each plus fees
• Approved sale of parcel in Woodhull to Town of Woodhull for $2,398.85 plus fees
• Approved Resolution No. 106-23 to accept the May 22, 2023 communications log
• Adopted minutes of the previous meeting

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on May 22, 2023, to consider adding parcels to certified Agricultural District 6 during the annual 30-day review period. The hearing will address recommendations from the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board and any proposed modifications to the district. Written comments are due by May 26, 2023.

• Public hearing on May 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in Bath, NY
• Consideration of parcels for inclusion in Agricultural District 6
• Recommendations from the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board
• Written comments accepted until May 26, 2023
• District description available for review at the Planning Office

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee is meeting to approve minutes from March 21, 2023, and discuss gaps in services related to the opioid epidemic. The meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. in Bath, NY. The next meeting is set for June 20, 2023, at 3:00 p.m.

• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023
• Discussion of opioid epidemic and gaps in services
• Next meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023 at 3:00 pm

The committee held an impromptu meeting to identify service gaps in prevention, education, and outreach to inform the allocation of approximately $525,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds. Members discussed needs including youth centers, transportation, and recovery programs for ages 18-25. Recommendations will be shared with the Legislature for their June 7th meeting.

• Approved March 21, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board will meet to approve minutes from December 2022 and discuss three general business items: gaps in services related to the opioid epidemic, staff recruitment, and an update on the 2023 Local Services Plan. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of opioid epidemic service gaps
• Staff recruitment update
• 2023 Local Services Plan update
• Approval of December 13, 2022 minutes

The board recommended the appointment of Lynn Lewis as Director of Community Services to the Steuben County Legislature. Members discussed the allocation of Opioid Settlement Funds and gaps in mental health and addiction services, including Narcan access in schools.

• Approved December 2022 minutes
• Recommended appointment of Lynn Lewis as Director of Community Services

Administration Committee

The committee is reviewing several department requests including IT licensing, paper bids, and staff reclassifications. Proposed changes include creating new positions for the District Attorney's Office and Public Defender.

• Purchase of Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online licensing, training, and services
• Quarterly copy paper bid award and annual authorization
• Reclassification of one vacant Assessment Data Supervisor to Deputy Director of Real Property
• Salary setting for two part-time Assistant District Attorneys
• Creation of one full-time Assistant Public Defender and one Paralegal Assistant position

The committee authorized a software upgrade to Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online to improve security and operational efficiency. Other actions included approving mortgage tax distributions, awarding a copy paper bid, and authorizing several personnel changes.

• Approved $336,090 for Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online licensing, training, and services (4-0)
• Approved semi-annual mortgage tax distribution of $895,697.81 (4-0)
• Awarded quarterly copy paper bid to W.B. Mason at $35.81 per case (4-0)
• Authorized Director of Purchasing to issue annual copy paper bids on a quarterly basis (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying vacant Assessment Data Supervisor to Deputy Director of Real Property (4-0)
• Set salary for part-time Assistant District Attorneys Chris Barton and Paul Barton at $50,637 (4-0)
• Waived Rule 16B to create one full-time Assistant Public Defender and one Paralegal Assistant position (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve various financial items, including department funding requests, budget transfers, and the setting of a date for the real property tax foreclosure auction. The agenda includes several appropriations for road projects, a grant acceptance, and a new contract for veterans' services. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the potential acquisition, lease, or sale of real property.

• Appropriate $200,000 for CR 41 Over Cutler Creek bridge project in Town of Corning
• Appropriate $3,200,000 in CHIPS funding for new road projects
• Appropriate $61,329 for surface treatment project 544215
• New contract with Veterans One-Stop Center of Western New York for peer-to-peer support services
• Set date for Real Property Tax Foreclosure Auction

The committee approved several funding requests, including a large regional grant for emergency communications and various road project appropriations. It also authorized a new veteran support contract and set dates for a real property tax foreclosure auction.

• Approved $5,846,500 FY22 State Interoperable Communications Targeted Grant (5-0)
• Approved $3,200,000 in CHIPs funding for road projects CR5, CR16, CR37, CR70, CR74, CR125, CR65, and CR112 (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 grant-funded contract with Veterans One-Stop Center of Western New York (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 from Road Improvement Account for CR 41 Bridge Over Cutler Creek (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 transfer to Bath Landfill Cell 7 and Cell 8 Capital Project (5-0)
• Approved up to $336,090 for Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online (5-0)
• Set real property tax foreclosure auction for July 5-12, 2023, with alternative dates August 2-9 (5-0)
• Authorized Public Defender to accept ILS funding of $123,875.77 and $70,299 (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 5, 2023, and consider departmental requests. These include a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Veteran Peer-to-Peer Support Program from Community Services, a Public Health item, and a Preschool Contract from the County Manager's office. No public comment is offered at this committee meeting.

• RFP for Veteran Peer-to-Peer Support Program
• Preschool Contract
• Approval of April 5, 2023 minutes

The committee approved a one-year, $100,000 contract with Veterans One-Stop Center of Western New York for a peer-to-peer support program for veterans, with one member opposed. It also authorized a preschool speech-language pathology contract at $70 per session. Discussion on opioid settlement fund allocation was held, with plans to gather more input before issuing an RFP.

• Approved $100,000 contract with Veterans One-Stop Center for veteran peer-to-peer program (3-1)
• Authorized preschool contract with April McGonigal, speech-language pathologist, at $70/session, $35/group (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel matters (4-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to review routine reports and take action on several property-related items, including a rehab project, accepting a donation, and a potential project on Townsend Avenue. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or large contracts listed.

• Treasurer's Report and 2022 Annual Report
• Rehab at 360 Brewster Street, Riverside
• Annual attestations
• Authorization to accept donation
• Renew Arbor Development contract

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation voted 5-0 to accept the donation of 34 Erie Avenue in Hornell, which will be demolished. The board also unanimously renewed the contract with Arbor Development through June 30, 2024, and authorized issuing an RFP for a new home at Townsend Avenue in Riverside. The 2022 annual report was submitted, and the board discussed a Land Bank Initiative Grant with $80,000 drawn under Phase I and $554,000 available under Phase II for demolitions and rehabs.

• Approved minutes of March 1, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted donation of property at 34 Erie Avenue, Hornell (5-0)
• Renewed Arbor Development contract through June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for building project at Townsend Avenue, Riverside (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve several departmental requests, including funding for the Public Defender's Office, renewal of school resource officer agreements, and new positions. The agenda includes items from the Sheriff's Office, Emergency Services, and Personnel, with decisions or discussions expected on these matters.

• ILS Funding – Public Defender's Office/Assigned Counsel Office
• Renewal of SRO (School Resource Officer) Agreements
• Authorization to Renew Agreement w/ Schuyler County
• Acceptance of FY22 State Interoperable Communications Targeted Grant
• Creation of One Full-Time Assistant Public Defender Position ($71,642 - $112,048) and One Paralegal Assistant Position ($43,437 - $64,253)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to consider several highway appropriations, including $3.2 million in CHIPS funding for new road projects, and to review bids for equipment and services. The committee will also discuss a change order for the Bath Landfill Cells 7 and 8. Public comment is not offered at this meeting; only at monthly Legislative Meetings.

• Appropriate $200,000 from Acct 6999 to CR 41 Over Cutler Creek B41-01, Town of Corning
• Appropriate $3,200,000 in CHIPS Funding for Newly Created Road Projects
• Appropriate $61,329 from Acct 6999 to D511000 – Surface Treatment 544215
• Bath Landfill Cell 7 & 8 Change Order
• Bids: AL-JON Compactor Parts, Industrial Electrical, Sale of Two Used CAT G3520C Gas Generator Sets, Leachate Treatment Plant Chemicals, Hydroseeding

The committee approved several funding appropriations for road projects and a change order for bedrock removal at the Bath Landfill. They also awarded multiple equipment and service bids and authorized real property purchases for the Smith Hill Road Bridge.

• Approved $200,000 for CR 41 Bridge Over Cutler Creek (5-0)
• Approved $3.2M in CHIPs funding for eight road projects (5-0)
• Approved $61,329 transfer to Surface Treatment Account (5-0)
• Approved Surface Treatment projects for 20 county roads (5-0)
• Approved $439,750 change order for bedrock removal at Bath Landfill (5-0)
• Awarded $750,000 bid for sale of two gas generator sets to Chrin Brothers, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded industrial electrical services bid to Matco Electric Corporation (5-0)
• Authorized real property and easement purchases for Smith Hill Road Bridge (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 24, 2023, at 10:00 AM in Bath, NY. The agenda includes a public hearing on CDBG grants, adoption of minutes, and committee reports. Key resolutions include requesting state legislation to extend the county's additional 1% sales tax and mortgage recording tax, authorizing landfill fund appropriations, and using opioid settlement funds for an AED and a new contract. The meeting also covers reclassifications, easements, and appointments.

• Requesting adoption of state bills to extend the additional 1% sales tax (S5613-A/A5359-A) and mortgage recording tax (S5610-A/A4918-A), both requiring 2/3 majority
• Authorizing appropriation from Landfill Fund Balance for Bath Landfill Cell Construction Capital Project
• Authorizing use of opioid settlement funds for a 15-lead AED for Sheriff's Office and a new contract with PRETAA
• Authorizing change orders for Highway Shop Construction (ARPA) and Civil Defense Building paving projects
• Authorizing agreement with Granicus to manage short-term rental properties

The County Legislature requested that the New York State Legislature extend the additional 1% sales tax and the mortgage recording tax. The body also approved several real property tax corrections and accepted the April 2023 communications log.

• Adopted Resolution 080-23 for real property tax corrections on six parcels (Roll Call)
• Adopted Resolution 081-23 accepting the April 24, 2023 communications log (Acclamation)
• Adopted Resolution 082-23 requesting state extension of 1% sales tax through Nov 30, 2025 (Roll Call)
• Adopted Resolution 083-23 requesting state extension of mortgage recording tax to Dec 1, 2025 (Roll Call: 7-2-2)

Finance Committee

Steuben County committees will meet on April 24, 2023, to discuss a contract for collecting occupancy taxes on short-term rental properties and to review change orders for office space. The agenda does not specify dollar amounts or final decisions, only that these items are on the docket for the County Manager's report.

• Contract for Collection of Occupancy Tax for Short-Term Rental Properties
• Change Orders for Office Space

The committee approved a first-year contract with Granicus to track and collect occupancy taxes from short-term rental properties. The committee also authorized the appropriation of $60,000 from the Occupancy Tax Restricted Fund Balance to the Tourism Budget to fund the service.

• Approved contract with Granicus for occupancy tax collection at a first-year cost of $60,000 (AIP 3-0, Finance 5-0)
• Approved appropriation of $60,000 from Occupancy Tax Restricted Fund Balance to Tourism Budget (AIP 3-0, Finance 5-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee will hold a special meeting on April 24, 2023, at 9:45 AM. The only agenda item is a discussion of change orders, presented by the County Manager.

• Discussion of change orders for office space

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved three change orders for construction and paving work. These actions authorize additional spending for retaining walls, storm piping, and parking lot milling.

• Approved $70,400 change order to Building Innovation Group for a 115 foot retaining wall at Mt. Washington Highway Shop (6-0)
• Approved change orders for Building Innovation Group to install storm piping at Mt. Washington Shop ($56,121) and Curtis Shop ($22,050) (6-0)
• Approved $47,843 change order to Building Innovation Group for milling and overlay at the Civil Defense Center parking lot (6-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will review several personnel actions, including reclassifying positions, adjusting salaries, and setting a Deputy District Attorney salary at $125,000/year. They will also consider purchasing a new plotter, renewing a tax bill printing contract, adding fire districts to the workers' compensation plan, and a settlement claim. The meeting is for discussion and recommendations; final decisions are made by the full legislature.

• Authorize purchase of new plotter for Real Property Tax Service Agency
• Renew contract for tax bill printing services
• Add Cohocton Joint Fire District and Town of Cohocton to 2023 workers' compensation plan
• Reclassify Senior ADA to Deputy District Attorney at $125,000/year
• Settlement claim (amount not specified)

The committee approved several staff reclassifications across multiple departments and authorized the purchase of a new plotter for the Real Property Tax Service Agency. It also added the Town and Joint Fire District of Cohocton to the 2023 Workers’ Compensation Plan. A request for salary increases for two Assistant District Attorneys was not acted upon.

• Approved $16,095.80 purchase of a new plotter for Real Property Tax Service Agency (3-0)
• Approved contract renewal with ABS for tax bill printing (3-0)
• Approved adding Cohocton Joint Fire District to 2023 Workers’ Compensation Plan (3-0)
• Approved adding Town of Cohocton to 2023 Workers’ Compensation Plan (3-0)
• Approved reclassifying Senior Typist to Senior Account Clerk-Typist in Probation (3-0)
• Approved reclassifying vacant Senior Account Clerk to Senior Account Clerk-Typist in Public Works (3-0)
• Approved reclassifying District Supervisor to Building Supervisor in Public Works (3-0)
• Approved creating one full-time Office Manager position in Public Health (3-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved several funding requests, including landfill capital projects and opioid settlement fund allocations for medical equipment and a recovery pilot program. It also authorized the Finance Commissioner to approve certain tax roll corrections under $2,500.

• Approved $2,190,000 transfer for Bath Landfill Cell 7 and Cell 8 Capital Project (4-0)
• Approved $47,000 from opioid settlement funds for LifePak 15 AED (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 from state opioid settlement funds for Pretaa recovery pilot program (4-0)
• Approved amending Major Equipment list to purchase a vehicle not to exceed $30,000 (4-0)
• Approved transfers for 2022 Landfill Depreciation and operating accounts (4-0)
• Approved designating Finance officials to approve tax roll errors, refunds, and credits up to $2,500 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 14 and March 27, 2023 meetings (4-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to approve the March 14, 2023 minutes and discuss new business, including a change order for Mt. Washington. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023
• Mt. Washington change order under new business

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will hear a presentation on the Erie County Public Health Opioid Program and consider several departmental requests, including authorizing bids for preschool transportation services, approving 2023 preschool contracts, a Pretaa contract for Community Services, and personnel actions for Public Health and Social Services.

• Presentation on Erie County Public Health Opioid Program by Cheryll Moore
• Authorization to solicit bids for Preschool Transportation Services
• 2023 Preschool Contracts
• Pretaa Contract for Community Services
• Reclassify Transportation Coordinator to Case Supervisor ($52,798 – $82,856)

The committee authorized a one-year pilot program with Pretaa to use biometric tracking for 10 recovery clients. Other actions included approving preschool transportation bids and contracts, and creating or reclassifying two staff positions.

• Approved $10,000 contract with Pretaa for Fitbit recovery pilot (4-0)
• Authorized solicitation of bids for preschool transportation (4-0)
• Authorized renewal of 2023 preschool contracts (4-0)
• Approved creation of full-time Office Manager position in Public Health (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying Transportation Coordinator to Case Supervisor Grade B (4-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation is meeting to discuss and act on routine items including the treasurer's report, the 2022 annual report, and a rehabilitation project at 360 Brewster Street in Riverside. The board will also consider annual attestations and authorization to accept a donation. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Treasurer's Report
• 2022 Annual Report
• Rehabilitation at 360 Brewster Street, Riverside
• Annual Attestations
• Authorization to Accept Donation

The meeting scheduled for April 5, 2023, was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The committee approved a new CAD system for E-911 and several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Services. It also authorized personnel reclassifications in the District Attorney's and Probation offices. A proposal to create an indigent track for the Traffic Diversion Program was tabled pending legal review.

• Approved $459,864 for new CAD system from Tyler Technologies (5-0)
• Approved $49,492 Motorola change order for Higman Hill Tower (5-0)
• Awarded $25,000 contract to Swarthout Recycling to remove Mt. Washington Tower (5-0)
• Authorized Public Defender to appropriate $321,147.56 in Hurrell-Harring funds (5-0)
• Approved purchase of LifePak 15 AED using opioid settlement funds (5-0)
• Tabled creation of indigent track for Traffic Diversion Program pending law department opinion (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Senior Typist to Senior Account Clerk-Typist in Probation (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Senior ADA to Deputy District Attorney with $125,000 salary (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee authorized a $2,190,000 transfer from the Landfill Fund Balance and scale house project to cover construction costs for Bath Landfill Cells 7 and 8. Members also approved several vendor contracts for road maintenance and landfill operations, and passed a resolution opposing waste disposal surcharges.

• Approved $2,190,000 transfer to Bath Landfill Cell 7 and Cell 8 Capital Project (4-0)
• Awarded gravel/stone crushing bid to Empire Crushing, LLC for $103,750.00 (4-0)
• Awarded steel sign posts bid to Chemung Supply Corp. for $49,094.00 total (4-0)
• Awarded compressors and air dryers bid to Southworth Milton, Inc. for $60,000.00 (4-0)
• Awarded geotechnical engineering bid to Atlantic Testing Labs for $23,600.00 (4-0)
• Authorized $250.00 temporary easement for Cemetery Road bridge replacement (4-0)
• Authorized bids for paint truck software upgrades estimated at $35,000 - $40,000 (5-0)
• Approved resolution opposing waste disposal surcharges (4-0)

Traffic Safety Board

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board is holding a regular meeting on March 31, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes from December 9, 2022, scheduling the next meeting for June 30, 2023, and reports from departments and agencies. No specific decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for June 30, 2023
• Department and agency reports

The board met on March 31, 2023, but did not have a quorum present. Consequently, no action items were entertained and no formal decisions were made. The meeting consisted of agency reports and introductions.

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Steuben County Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee is meeting to approve minutes from June 2022, receive a recruitment update for the Director of Community Services, hear program updates from providers Pathways and ARC, and discuss the 2023 Local Services Plan. The agenda is largely routine, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022
• Director of Community Services recruitment update
• Provider program updates from Pathways and ARC
• Discussion of the 2023 Local Services Plan

The subcommittee approved the previous meeting's minutes and received program updates from Pathways and ARC Allegany/Steuben. Discussions focused on staffing shortages, residential renovations, and vocational employment services. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting(s)

Steuben Tobacco Asset Securitization Corporation

The Steuben Tobacco Asset Securitization Corporation (TASC) is holding its annual meeting to elect directors, appoint trustees, and conduct routine board business. The board will approve the 2022 minutes, annual audit, annual report, and budgets, and review its mission statement, investment policy, and property disposition guidelines. This is largely procedural annual governance work, with no specific projects or dollar amounts listed.

• Election of directors and acknowledgment of controlling trustees for the TASC Residual Trust
• Approval of 2022 meeting minutes
• Annual review and approval of mission statement, performance measures, investment policy, and disposition of property guidelines
• Appointment of audit/finance and governance committee members, and election of officers
• Presentation and approval of annual audit, annual report, and budgets

The Board of Directors approved the fiscal year 2023 budget and proposed budgets through 2027. The board also elected officers, appointed committee members, and approved the 2022 Annual Report and Independent Auditor's Report.

• Approved 2022 Annual Meeting minutes
• Approved Mission Statement and Performance Measures with no changes
• Approved Investment Policy and Disposition of Property Guidelines with no changes
• Appointed Jack Wheeler, Tammy Hurd-Harvey, and Joseph Rumsey to Audit and Finance and Governance Committees
• Elected Jack Wheeler (President), Christopher Brewer (Vice President), Mitchell Alger (Treasurer), and Joseph Rumsey (Secretary)
• Approved Independent Auditor's Report for fiscal year ended December 31, 2022
• Approved 2022 Annual Report for filing with NYS Authority Budget Office and local officials
• Approved budget for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023 and proposed budgets through December 31, 2027

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on March 27, 2023, to consider Local Law No. 2 of 2023, which would establish the Energize NY Open C-PACE Financing Program. This program would allow property owners to finance renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements through a special assessment repaid via property tax bills. The hearing is open to the public, and accommodations are available upon request.

• Public hearing on Local Law No. 2 of 2023 (Energize NY Open C-PACE Financing Program)
• Program allows financing for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements
• Repayment via annual installments on property tax bills
• Benefit Assessment Lien recorded on property, subordinate to municipal liens
• EIC (Energy Improvement Corporation) to administer program on behalf of the county

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is scheduled to vote on the replacement of the Smith Hill Road bridge over the Cohocton River and the acceptance of federal opioid settlement funds. The body will also adopt a new sustainable energy loan program and amend local laws regarding property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters. Additionally, the agenda includes the creation of new emergency medical services and election board positions.

• Authorization of supplemental agreement with Bergmann Engineers for Smith Hill Road bridge replacement
• Acceptance of NYS OASAS Opioid Settlement Funds and allocation of $25,000 to the Prevention Coalition
• Adoption of Local Law Tentatively No. Two establishing a Sustainable Energy Loan Program
• Amendment to Local Law No. Two of 2007 providing a 10% property tax exemption for enrolled volunteer firefighters
• Creation of an Emergency Medical Services Coordinator and two Senior Clerk positions in the Board of Elections

The Legislature adopted a local law creating the Energize NY Open C-PACE Financing Program to fund clean energy improvements for qualified commercial properties. Other key actions included approving bridge replacement funding and updating tax exemptions for volunteer emergency workers.

• Adopted Local Law No. 2 (2023) establishing the Energize NY Open C-PACE sustainable energy loan program
• Adopted Local Law No. 3 (2023) providing a 10% real property tax exemption for enrolled volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• Approved $61,200 supplemental agreement with Bergmann Engineers for Smith Hill Road Bridge project
• Appropriated $578,200 for the Smith Hill Road Bridge replacement project
• Created capital project 'CR129RWALL' and appropriated $3,555,800 in FEMA funding for retaining wall reconstruction
• Accepted $617,670 grant for public health infrastructure and $585,268 in opioid settlement funds
• Allocated $25,000 from opioid settlement funds to the Steuben County Prevention Coalition’s Opioid Committee
• Authorized $15,000 contract with Pracademic Partners for recruiting a Director of Community Services

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety & Corrections and Finance Committees will hold a special joint meeting to discuss two Sheriff's Office items: a request to purchase major equipment (an ID machine) and a request to accept a donated bloodhound. A separate Administration Committee meeting will consider a County Manager item regarding an NYSEG easement. These are discussion and authorization requests, not final votes by the full legislature.

• Request to purchase major equipment (ID machine) for Sheriff's Office
• Request authorization to accept donation of a bloodhound
• NYSEG easement item for County Manager

The Public Safety & Corrections and Finance Committees authorized the purchase of a jail ID machine and the acceptance of a donated bloodhound for tracking purposes. Both measures passed with unanimous support from both committees.

• Approved $8,360 purchase of jail ID machine; $4,360 paid by Inmate Commissary Account (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved acceptance of donated bloodhound valued at $2,634 from Kiwi Hunting Services (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is holding a special meeting on March 27, 2023, to discuss a NYSEG easement. Prior to this, a joint Public Safety & Corrections / Finance Committee meeting will consider a request to purchase an ID machine for the Sheriff's Office and a request to accept a donated bloodhound.

• Request to purchase major equipment (ID machine) for Sheriff's Office
• Request to accept donation of a bloodhound
• NYSEG easement discussion

The committee approved a request for the County Manager to enter into a permanent easement agreement with NYSEG. This agreement allows for the installation of a pad-mounted transformer and the relocation of a pole at the Mt. Washington shop.

• Authorized County Manager to enter into permanent easement agreement with NYSEG for Mt. Washington shop (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee, jointly with the Public Safety & Corrections Committee, will consider two Sheriff's Office items: a request to purchase major equipment (an ID machine) and authorization to accept a donated bloodhound. The Administration Committee will separately discuss a NYSEG easement involving the County Manager. These are special meetings held before the regular Legislative Meeting.

• Sheriff's Office request to purchase major equipment (ID Machine)
• Sheriff's Office request for authorization to accept donation of a bloodhound
• County Manager discussion of NYSEG easement

The committees authorized the purchase of a jail ID machine and the acceptance of a donated bloodhound for tracking and trailing. Both measures were approved by unanimous votes from both committees.

• Approved $8,360 purchase of jail ID machine, with $4,360 paid by Inmate Commissary (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Approved acceptance of donated bloodhound from Kiwi Hunting Services valued at $2,634 (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The Steuben County Chemical Dependency Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving updates on the Director of Community Services recruitment, prevention provider programs, and the 2023 Local Services Plan. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Director of Community Services recruitment update
• Prevention Provider Program updates
• 2023 Local Services Plan discussion

The subcommittee received updates from prevention providers and discussed the distribution of anticipated opioid settlement funds. No formal votes were taken on policy or contracts, though the board discussed the potential use of funds for a Coti van.

• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee is meeting to consider several personnel reclassifications, new positions, and software purchases. The agenda includes requests from multiple departments, including the Real Property Tax Service Agency, Risk Manager, Information Technology, and Personnel. The committee will also discuss funding for a new Sheriff's Deputy position and an appointment for an Assistant Public Defender.

• Reclassify two vacant clerk positions to Senior Typist, CSEA Grade F ($35,736-$52,861)
• Reclassify two filled Deputy Sheriff Corporal positions (Grade 12, $64,726) to Deputy Sheriff Sergeant (Grade 13, $67,917)
• Create two full-time Senior Clerk positions at Board of Elections, Management Grade B ($33,421-$39,705)
• Appoint Assistant Public Defender above midpoint of Management Grade J ($87,804)
• Purchase patch management, MSP manager, and backup software from N-able and StoneFly

The committee approved several technology purchases, including a $150,049.06 backup solution. It also authorized multiple personnel reclassifications and the creation of new positions in the Board of Elections and Department of Public Safety.

• Approved $150,049.06 StoneFly backup solution (4-0)
• Approved $29,454.88 patch management software (4-0)
• Approved $5,800 contract renewal with Systems Development Group (4-0)
• Approved 2022 and 2023 Occustar drug testing contracts (4-0)
• Ratified reduction in 2022 Workers’ Compensation apportionment (4-0)
• Approved reclassification of two Deputy Sheriff Corporals to Sergeants (4-0)
• Authorized creation of two Senior Clerk positions in Board of Elections (4-0)
• Authorized creation of EMS Coordinator position in Public Safety (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial items, including budget amendments, transfers, and adjustments. They will also discuss opioid settlement funding, a capital project for CR 129, and a resolution correcting an ARPA allocation. An executive session is scheduled for real property acquisition, lease, or sale.

• Budget Amendment for Office for the Aging accepting additional revenue
• Public Health grant for workforce and foundational capabilities
• CR 129 Capital Project
• Opioid Settlement Funding
• Contingent Fund Transfer - $15,000 for Recruiting Services

The committee approved multiple grant acceptances for public health and aging services, as well as budget transfers for public works and the District Attorney. Members authorized a new capital project for the CR 129 wall and voted to request state extensions for local sales and mortgage taxes.

• Approved $41,000 in State Wellness in Nutrition funds for Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Approved $617,670 CDC grant for Public Health workforce and capabilities (5-0)
• Approved $678,714.50 in Public Works budget transfers (5-0)
• Authorized new CR 129 "The Wall" capital project with $3,555,800 in anticipated FEMA revenue (5-0)
• Approved $585,268 in NYS OASAS Opioid Settlement Funds (5-0)
• Allocated $25,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds to Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee (4-1)
• Approved $32,727.98 budget transfer to District Attorney's 2022 budget (5-0)
• Requested adoption of state bills to extend additional mortgage recording and 1% sales taxes (5-0)

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Steuben County Developmental Disabilities Committee is meeting to approve minutes from June 2022 and receive updates on the recruitment of a Director of Community Services, provider program updates from Pathways and ARC, and the 2023 Local Services Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022
• Director of Community Services recruitment update
• Provider program updates from Pathways and ARC
• 2023 Local Services Plan discussion

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to approve the February 14, 2023 minutes and discuss two new business items from the County Manager: correcting a NYSEG payment and purchasing shelving for Public Health. No public comment is offered at this committee meeting; public comment is only at monthly Legislative Meetings.

• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023
• Correcting NYSEG payment
• Public Health shelving purchase

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023, meeting. The committee also authorized a payment to NYSEG for electrical service relocation. Staff reported that COVID grants will cover $3,300 for Public Health shelving.

• Approved February 14, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $12,327 NYSEG change order for electrical service relocation at Mt. Washington Shop (6-0)

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The Steuben County Mental Health Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing updates. Key discussion items include a recruitment update for the Director of Community Services, a presentation on HBCI services by Clarity Wellness, crisis services, a mental health clinic program update, and the 2023 Local Services Plan.

• Director of Community Services recruitment update
• Clarity Wellness presentation on HBCI services
• Crisis services discussion
• Mental Health Clinic Program update
• 2023 Local Services Plan

The committee received presentations on home-based crisis intervention and the new Youth ACT pilot program. Dr. Henry Chapman announced his retirement effective May 8, 2023. No formal votes on policy or funding were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will consider several departmental requests, including sheriff's office purchases, a personnel reclassification, and emergency services items. The committee will also discuss EMS volunteer training and other business. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Approval to purchase MDTs approved in 2023 budget
• Accepting 2022-2023 High Visibility Engagement Campaign Award
• Approving GTL Contract
• Request to change jail transport vehicle purchase from van to Durango
• Reclassify two Deputy Sheriff Corporal positions (Grade 12, $64,726) to Deputy Sheriff Sergeant (Grade 13, $67,917)

The committee approved several Sheriff's Office equipment purchases, including MDTs and a food steamer, and authorized a new EMS Coordinator position. They also approved a contract for inmate telephone and tablet services and an investigative services contract for the Public Defender's Office.

• Approved purchase of 11 MDTs for $52,393.15 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of $17,500 High Visibility Engagement Campaign award (5-0)
• Approved 5-year contract with GTL for inmate telephone and tablet service (5-0)
• Approved replacing jail transport van with AWD Dodge Durango (5-0)
• Approved purchase of jail food steamer for $28,665.49 (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying two Deputy Sheriff Corporals to Sergeants (5-0)
• Approved $22,900 contract with Southern Tier Network for fiber connection (5-0)
• Approved creation of EMS Coordination position (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially authorize several highway and landfill items, including a FEMA update on CR 129, bids for air compressors, supplemental agreements for the Smith Hill Bridge, and various bid openings for road materials and services. The committee will also consider authorizing roadside cleanup weeks and a tip fee change for tire amnesty days at the landfill.

• FEMA update on CR 129 'The Wall'
• Authorization to bid for two air compressors with dryers
• Supplemental agreements with Bergmann and NYSDOT for Smith Hill Bridge right of way and design
• Authorize roadside cleanup weeks at landfill (no charge)
• Authorize tip fee change for tire amnesty days

The committee authorized a new capital project for the rebuilding of CR 129 using FEMA funds and awarded multiple bids for asphalt, steel, and bridge work. It also approved landfill programs for municipal roadside cleanup and tire amnesty days.

• Authorized new capital project for CR 129 "The Wall" and anticipated $3,555,800 in FEMA revenue (4-0)
• Awarded Asphalt Concrete Specified In-Place bid to Dolomite Products Co., Inc. for $3,557,010.00 (4-0)
• Approved $62,000 supplemental agreement with Bergmann for Smith Hill Bridge design (4-0)
• Approved $78,200 supplemental agreement with NYS DOT for Smith Hill Bridge design (4-0)
• Authorized roadside cleanup weeks waiving tip fees for 20 tons of garbage and 10 tons of tires (4-0)
• Set tire amnesty days for July 17-22 with a $1.00 per tire tip fee (4-0)
• Awarded bridge cleaning, washing, and sealing bid to Hunting Valley Construction, Inc. for $195,722.60 (4-0)
• Rejected bids for gravel/stone crushing to revise quantities (4-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests, including contracts for preschool, youth development, and aging services, as well as a request for opioid settlement funds. They will also discuss a foster parent banquet, a solicitation for a cost allocation plan, and a homeless presentation. Personnel reclassifications in Public Health are on the agenda.

• Request for Opioid Settlement Funds by Steuben County Opioid Committee
• Reclassify vacant Senior Clerk (Grade D, $32,414-$47,947) to Senior Typist (Grade F, $35,736-$52,861)
• Reclassify vacant Principal Clerk (Grade H, $39,399-$58,280) to Senior Typist (Grade F, $35,736-$52,861)
• 2023 Youth Development Program Contracts
• Request to Solicit RFP for Central Cost Allocation Plan

The committee authorized the acceptance of $585,268 in NYS OASAS opioid settlement funds and allocated $25,000 to the Steuben Opioid Committee for expanded services. Other actions included approving youth and senior service contracts and hiring a professional recruiter for the Director of the Office of Community Services.

• Approved $585,268 in NYS OASAS opioid settlement funds (3-0)
• Allocated $25,000 in opioid settlement funds to Steuben Opioid Committee (3-0)
• Approved $15,000 contract with Pracademic Partners for recruitment services (3-0)
• Approved $617,670 five-year public health infrastructure grant (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Youth Development Program contracts for six organizations (3-0)
• Authorized use of unspent funds to increase four Office for the Aging contracts (3-0)
• Approved up to $4,000 for the foster parent banquet (3-0)
• Authorized RFP for the central cost allocation plan (3-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will meet to approve the February minutes, discuss the 2022 audit report from Bonadio, and review the treasurer's report. They will also consider action on several vacant lots and rehabs, and receive an update on the Land Bank Initiative Grant. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential property acquisitions or sales.

• 2022 Audit Report by Bonadio
• Vacant lots: 3 Laine Court, Canisteo; 20 Townsend Avenue, Riverside; 8867 SR 415, Campbell; 91 Hartshorn Street, Hornell
• Rehabs: 360 Brewster Street, Riverside
• Land Bank Initiative Grant update
• Executive session on property acquisition/sale/lease

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation accepted its 2022 audit report and authorized the acquisition of three properties for demolition. The board also approved a change order to repair a broken sewer line at a property under contract in Riverside.

• Approved minutes of February 1, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted 2022 audit of the Steuben County Land Bank (5-0)
• Authorized change order to fix broken sewer line at 360 Brewster Street, Riverside, subject to lowest quote (5-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 2 North Main Street (Cohocton), 10 College Avenue (Hornell), and 3 East Naples Street (Wayland) for demolition (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider a contingent fund transfer for assigned counsel, allocate ARPA and general funds to a new capital project for broadband in unserved areas, and hold an executive session on real property acquisition, sale, or lease. The broadband item is also on the AIP Committee agenda, indicating a coordinated effort to award a request for proposals.

• Awarding RFP for Broadband
• Allocating ARPA and General Funds to New Capital Project 'Broadband in Steuben County for the Unserved'
• Contingent Fund Transfer – Assigned Counsel
• Executive Session on proposed acquisition, sale or lease of real property

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature is holding its regular monthly meeting on February 27, 2023. They will consider several resolutions, including adopting a local law to expand the hotel/motel occupancy tax to online rental properties, presenting a sustainable energy loan program, and allocating ARPA funds for broadband infrastructure. The agenda also includes numerous appointments, reclassifications, and memorializations.

• Adopting Local Law Tentatively No. One for 2023, expanding hotel/motel occupancy tax to online rental properties
• Presenting Local Law Tentatively No. Two for 2023, establishing a Sustainable Energy Loan Program
• Awarding RFP for broadband infrastructure services and allocating ARPA funds
• Authorizing the closing of FY16 Statewide Interoperable Grant Capital Project
• Requesting extension of additional 1% sales tax and mortgage tax

The County Legislature awarded a contract to Empire Long Distance Corp. dba Empire Access to provide broadband to at least 2,000 unserved residences and businesses. The project will be funded using a mix of ARPA funds and the County's unrestricted general fund. The board also expanded the hotel occupancy tax to include online rental properties.

• Awarded $8M broadband infrastructure contract to Empire Long Distance Corp. (Adopted)
• Expanded hotel occupancy tax definition to include online rental properties (6625-451)
• Requested NY State to extend 1% sales tax through November 30, 2026 (Adopted)
• Requested NY State to extend the mortgage recording tax for three years (5389-1687)
• Approved $651,564 grant for Family Defense Quality Improvement over three years (Adopted)
• Approved $33,290 Homeland Security grant for Sheriff's Office (Adopted)
• Authorized $20,000 transfer from Contingent Fund to Assigned Counsel Program (Adopted)
• Created three full-time Assistant Public Defender positions (Adopted)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on a proposed local law that would expand the definition of 'hotel' to include online vacation rental properties, such as those rented through platforms like Airbnb, for the purpose of imposing the county's occupancy tax. The hearing is scheduled for February 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers in Bath, NY. The proposed law amends Local Law No. 3 of 1987 and would take effect upon filing with the Secretary of State.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. 1 for 2023, amending Local Law No. 3 of 1987
• Expands 'hotel' definition to include online rental properties and vacation rentals
• Occupancy tax would apply to rentals via online platforms without voluntary tax collection agreements
• Effective date upon filing with the Secretary of State
• Special accommodations available for persons with disabilities or translation needs

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will review several department requests, including a tax certiorari for the City of Corning, an amendment to a local law on volunteer firefighter/ambulance worker property tax exemptions, and multiple personnel reclassifications. The committee will also discuss a county manager request to memorialize the governor on eFMAP funding and a home rule request for a mortgage tax extension. This is a working session; public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Tax Certiorari – City of Corning
• Amending Local Law No. Two for 2007 to provide 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers
• Reclassify one Staff Social Worker to Senior Social Worker (CSEA Grade L to O, $47,890-$70,839 to $55,438-$82,005)
• Reclassify two Public Health positions to Public Health Specialist (CSEA Grade L to O)
• Appointing Professional Engineer above Mid-Point of Management Grade K, Step 6 ($96,588)

The committee approved a local law providing a 10% real property tax exemption for the primary residences of enrolled volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. Other actions included approving several personnel reclassifications and a copy paper contract. The committee also memorialized a request to the Governor to continue eFMAP Medicaid funding.

• Approved Local Law No. 3 (2023) for 10% real property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers (3-0)
• Authorized participation in Tax Certiorari with City of Corning for Rite Aid property at a cost of $2,405 (3-0)
• Awarded quarterly copy paper bid to W.B. Mason at $41.18 per case (3-0)
• Authorized Purchasing Director to issue a bid for printing services (3-0)
• Approved four personnel reclassifications in Community Services, Public Health, Social Services, and Public Works (3-0)
• Authorized appointment of a Professional Engineer in Public Works above mid-point of Management Grade K, Step 6 (3-0)
• Authorized temporary appointment of Joseph Pelych as Acting Deputy District Attorney at $118,980 for six months (3-0)
• Authorized creation of three grant-funded Assistant Public Defender positions and appointment of one part-time defender at $43,902 (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider year-end budget transfers, a grant acceptance, equipment transfers, and a home rule request for sales tax reauthorization. They will also discuss proposed legislation on foreclosure auction proceeds and may enter executive session for real property matters.

• Grant acceptance of $217,811 for the Public Defender's office
• Major equipment transfer: add $30,000 for Federal Surplus Line, decrease $30,000 for Tri Axle Plow Truck Line
• Tax certiorari for City of Corning
• Home rule request for 1 percent sales tax reauthorization
• Proposed legislation re: foreclosure auction proceeds

The committee approved several 2022 year-end budget transfers to cover salary and fringe overages across multiple departments. It also authorized the acceptance of a three-year Public Defender grant and requested the reauthorization of the additional 1% sales tax with increased sharing for cities, towns, and villages.

• Approved $141,136.02 transfer for Community Services salary/fringe overages (4-0)
• Approved 2022 year-end budget transfers for Sheriff's Office, Court Security, and STOP-DWI (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of $217,811 annual grant for three years for Public Defender (4-0)
• Approved 2022 year-end transfers for Public Works: $145,438.48 (Roads), $44,355.74 (Machinery Highway), and $23,691.39 (Parks) (4-0)
• Approved Public Works equipment list amendment: -$30,000 Tri-Axle Plow Trucks, +$30,000 Government Surplus Equipment (4-0)
• Approved participation in Tax Certiorari proceeding with City of Corning (4-0)
• Approved 2022 year-end budget transfers as presented by Commissioner of Finance (4-0)
• Opposed proposed changes to NYS Real Property Tax Law Section 989 regarding tax enforcement surplus (4-0)

Ad Hoc Office Space Committee

The Steuben County Ad Hoc Office Space Committee is meeting to approve minutes from December 13, 2022, and to discuss new business, including a change order for electric work at Mt. Washington. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2022
• Mt. Washington Change Order-Electric under County Manager new business

The Ad Hoc Office Space Committee approved two change orders to relocate electrical services at the Mt. Washington Shop. One order covers underground service relocation and the other covers related site work.

• Approved $22,969 change order with Matco for underground electrical service at Mt. Washington Shop (5-0)
• Approved estimated $12,237 change order with NYSEG for electrical service relocation site work (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will meet to consider several departmental requests, including the creation of three full-time assistant public defender positions and a temporary appointment in the District Attorney's office. The committee will also review contract renewals for emergency services and a grant acceptance for the Public Defender's office. This is a regular committee meeting with no public comment period.

• Request to create 3 full-time Assistant Public Defender positions, Management Grade J ($71,642 - $85,110)
• Temporary appointment of ADA Joseph Pelych as Acting Deputy District Attorney
• Contract renewals: Occustar ($4,900/year 2023-2024, $5,100 in 2025), Graybar-Vertiv UPS, Empire Access Tower Lease
• Grant acceptance of $217,811 for Public Defender's office
• 2022 Year-End Budget Transfers for Sheriff's Office

The committee authorized the creation of three full-time Assistant Public Defender positions and accepted a three-year grant for family court caseload reduction. Several contract renewals for emergency services and budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Assigned Counsel were also approved.

• Approved creation of three full-time Assistant Public Defender positions (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of $217,811 annual grant for three years for Family Court Quality Improvement (5-0)
• Approved 2022 year-end budget transfers for Sheriff’s Office, Court Security, and STOP DWI (5-0)
• Approved $14,900 three-year contract with Occustar for hazmat physicals (5-0)
• Approved $29,700 three-year maintenance contract with Graybar for 911 Center UPS (5-0)
• Approved closing the FY16 Statewide Interoperable Grant capital project (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 transfer from Contingent Fund to Assigned Counsel for 2022 expenses (5-0)
• Approved temporary appointment of ADA Joseph Pelych as Deputy District Attorney for six months (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss highway, landfill, and personnel matters, including contract extensions, budget transfers, equipment purchases, and a personnel reclassification. The committee will also open bids for various services and materials. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Delta Engineers, Architects & Surveyors Consultant Services Contract Extension
• Budget transfer: Add $30,000 to Federal Surplus Line, decrease Tri-Axle Plow Truck Line by $30,000
• Authorization to purchase Steiner Slope Mower for $24,417.60 from Source Well National Purchasing Cooperative
• Reclassify Senior Account Clerk (Grade G, $37,523-$55,504) to Senior Account Clerk-Typist (Grade I, $41,369-$61,194)
• Bids for concrete pumping, crane rental, geotextile materials, guide rail materials, and more

The committee approved several vendor contracts for highway materials, crane rentals, and landfill equipment. It also authorized budget transfers for 2022 salaries and approved a $73,000 fiber internet project for the Erwin Transfer Station.

• Extended Delta Engineers, Architects & Surveyors contract for one year (5-0)
• Approved 2022 year-end salary transfers: $145,438.48 (Roads), $44,355.74 (Machinery), $23,691.39 (Parks) (5-0)
• Authorized up to $73,000 for Erwin Internet Project from Southern Tier Fiber Capital Project (5-0)
• Approved $90,006.90 purchase of 8 recycling bins from Haul-All (5-0)
• Approved $24,417.60 purchase of Seiner Slope Mower for Hornell Transfer Station (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Senior Account Clerk to Senior Account Clerk-Typist (5-0)
• Awarded $341,510.70 guide rail materials bid to Chemung Supply Corp (5-0)
• Awarded $322,805.00 lubricants bid to Superior Lubricants Co., Inc. (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider several personnel reclassifications, a prescriber contract, a budget adjustment, an RFP for youth services, and a private vaccine rate proposal. The meeting is primarily administrative, with no public comment period.

• Reclassify vacant Social Worker (CSEA Grade L, $47,890-$70,839) to Senior Social Worker (Grade O, $55,438-$82,005)
• Reclassify Public Health Emergency Coordinator and Public Health Education Coordinator to Public Health Specialist (Grade O)
• Reclassify Work-Relief On-Site Supervisor (Grade G) to Senior Work-Relief On-Site Supervisor (Grade I)
• Prescriber Contract and Budget Adjustment from Community Services
• RFP for Youth Services and Private Vaccine Rate Proposal from Public Health

The committee authorized two psychiatric nurse practitioner contracts and a budget transfer of $141,136.02 for salary overages. It also approved several staff reclassifications across Community Services, Public Health, and Social Services, and authorized a new RFP for youth services.

• Approved contract with Maria Ritter Macapinlac, PNP ($125/hr, max $96,000 annually) (5-0)
• Approved contract with Christy Williams, PNP ($125/hr, max $37,500 annually) (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $141,136.02 to cover 2022 salary and fringe overages (5-0)
• Authorized Youth Bureau to issue an RFP for Youth Services (5-0)
• Approved Hep A vaccine rate decrease ($125 to $95) and Meningococcal increase ($160 to $165) (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying vacant Staff Social Worker to Senior Social Worker (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying two Public Health coordinators to Public Health Specialists (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying Work-Relief On-Site Supervisor to Senior Work-Relief On-Site Supervisor (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will meet to approve minutes, review the treasurer's report, and take action on multiple property-related items, including a change order for the Brewster Street rehab, accepting an RFP proposal from Hunt Engineers for 20 Townsend Avenue, and several demolitions and rehabs in Hornell and Riverside. The board will also receive updates on Habitat for Humanity and a Land Bank Initiative Grant.

• Approve Change Order for Brewster Street Rehab
• 271 Park Avenue Vacant Lots
• 3 Laine Court, Canisteo
• 20 Townsend Avenue, Riverside – Authorization to Accept RFP Proposal from Hunt Engineers
• Demolitions: 8867 SR 415, Campbell; 274 Walnut Street, Hornell; Rehabs: 91 Hartshorn Street, Hornell; 360 Brewster Street, Riverside

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved a $140,000 listing price for a rehabbed property and authorized engineering services for a new home build. The board also approved a change order for renovation work and reviewed grant opportunities for future demolitions and rehabs.

• Approved listing 360 Brewster Street in Riverside at $140,000 (5-0)
• Awarded RFP to Hunt Engineers for $3,500 for blueprint plans at 20 Townsend Avenue in Riverside (5-0)
• Approved $5,100 change order for CNE for miscellaneous rehab items at Brewster Street, Riverside (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee, meeting jointly with Public Safety & Corrections, will consider reclassifying a vacant Sheriff's Office position. A special Finance Committee session will follow for a closed executive discussion on litigation.

• Reclassify one vacant Principal Clerk (CSEA Grade H, $39,399-$58,280) to Account Clerk-Typist (CSEA Grade D, $32,414-$47,947)
• Executive session on proposed, pending, or current litigation

The Public Safety & Corrections and Administration Committees met jointly to address a personnel change in the Sheriff's Office. They approved the reclassification of one vacant position following a resignation.

• Approved reclassifying one vacant Principal Clerk (CSEA Grade H) to Senior Typist (CSEA Grade F) in the Sheriff's Office (PS&C 5-0, Administration 4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee met in a special session to discuss litigation in executive session. The committee approved the execution of settlement agreements regarding Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Ltd.

• Authorized execution of settlement agreements relative to Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Ltd. (4-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections and Administration committees approved the reclassification of one vacant Principal Clerk position to a Senior Typist in the Sheriff's Office. This change follows a sudden resignation.

• Approved reclassification of one vacant Principal Clerk (CSEA Grade H) to Senior Typist (CSEA Grade F) in the Sheriff’s Office (5-0 PS&C, 4-0 Administration)

County Legislature

The County Legislature approved two construction contracts for the Bath Landfill Phase 1 Eastern Expansion totaling over $16 million. The board also updated legislative voting weights based on the 2020 Census and increased income limits for property tax exemptions for seniors and persons with disabilities.

• Awarded $14,217,340.47 general construction contract to Marcy Excavation Services, LLC (Roll Call)
• Awarded $1,798,700.00 electrical construction contract to Matco Electric Corporation (Roll Call)
• Adopted Local Law No. 7 of 2022 updating legislative voting weights based on 2020 Census (Roll Call)
• Increased sliding scale income limit to $35,000 for disability and senior property tax exemptions (Roll Call)
• Authorized settlement with Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. regarding opioid litigation (Roll Call)
• Approved 5-year lease with GRI Telecom, Inc. for communications tower and building not to exceed $84,806 (Roll Call)
• Accepted 0.9 acre land donation from Dalyrmple Gravel and Construction Company, Inc. for bridge project (Roll Call)
• Authorized Sheriff to accept K-9 and supplies donation not to exceed $12,000 (Roll Call)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will consider several personnel actions, including reclassifications and appointments, and discuss revisiting the income limit for the senior citizen/disability tax exemption. The agenda also includes a budget transfer for election inspectors, social media archiving services, an administrative code revision, and C-PACE. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• Budget transfer to pay election inspectors
• Revisiting Senior Citizen/Disability Tax Exemption Income Limit
• Reclassify vacant Personnel Technician (MG E, $44,476-$69,585) to Personnel Clerk (MG D, $40,448-$63,244)
• Appoint Dana Stratton to Personnel Clerk, MG D Step 9 ($54,125)
• Reclassify Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigator ($67,917) to Deputy Sheriff ($38,825-$62,612)

The Administration Committee updated income thresholds for senior citizen and disability tax exemptions. The board also approved a contract for tax exemption notification postcards and several personnel reclassifications.

• Set sliding scale income limit for senior/disability tax exemptions at $35,000 for 50% exemption and $43,400 for 5% exemption (5-0)
• Approved $15,490 contract with ABS for tax exemption postcards, with County absorbing $7,500 municipal cost (4-0)
• Authorized $71,270.63 budget transfer for election inspector training (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying vacant Personnel Technician (Grade E) to Personnel Clerk (Grade D) (4-0)
• Appointed Dana Stratton as Personnel Clerk at a salary of $54,125 (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying Criminal Investigator position to Deputy Sheriff (4-0)
• Approved Administrative Code revision regarding budget transfers for salaries, wages, and overtime (4-0)
• Approved presenting a local law for a sustainable energy loan program (C-PACE) for consideration next month (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial matters, including a 2022 budget adjustment for the Department of Social Services, a budget transfer for election inspectors, and year-end budget adjustments. The committee will also review monthly financial reports and may enter executive session to discuss the proposed acquisition, lease, or sale of real property. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• 2022 Budget Adjustment for Department of Social Services
• Budget Transfer to Pay Election Inspectors
• Monthly Financial Reports: Purchase Orders, Budget Transfers and Adjustments
• Year-End / New Year Budget Adjustments
• Executive Session on Proposed Acquisition, Lease or Sale of Real Property

The committee approved budget adjustments for Social Services and the Board of Elections. It also authorized the Sheriff's Office to accept a donation for a replacement K-9. The committee discussed the status of a broadband RFP and 2023 goals.

• Approved transfer of $753,000 in 2022 unexpended funds from Foster Care to Safety Net and Emergency Aid to Adults (4-0)
• Approved transfer of $71,270.63 between Election Inspector budget line items (4-0)
• Authorized Sheriff to accept a replacement K-9 donation from the Sheriff’s Foundation not to exceed $12,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 13, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will meet to consider several departmental requests, including funding for a sheriff's app, a K-9 replacement discussion, authorization to issue an RFP for investigative services, and various 2023 contracts. They will also review a request to create a temporary part-time ADA position and a reclassification in the Sheriff's Office. The meeting is a regular committee session with no public comment period.

• Sheriff's App - $1,500
• Replacement K-9 Discussion
• Authorization to Issue RFP for Investigative Services
• 2023 Contracts: EES, Inc. ($8,400), Motorola Maintenance (Grant Funded, $162,072.65), EMSTAR ($5,625)
• Request to Create and Fund Temporary Part-Time ADA Emeritus/Senior ADA Position in District Attorney's Office

The committee approved several contract renewals for public safety services, including flood warning and forensic toxicology. They authorized the Sheriff to expand a mobile app into a website and accept a donation for a replacement K-9. A lease agreement for the Higman Hill Tower Site was also approved.

• Approved extension of OCV, LLC contract for Sheriff's App website ($1,500 one-time cost, $4,000 annual maintenance) (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance of a replacement K-9 donation from Sheriff's Foundation not to exceed $12,000 (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of one Criminal Investigator position to Deputy Sheriff (5-0)
• Authorized Public Defender to issue RFP for investigative services (5-0)
• Renewed EES, Inc. flood warning system contract for $8,400 (5-0)
• Renewed NMS Labs forensic toxicology services contract (5-0)
• Renewed Motorola maintenance contract for $162,072.65 via grant funds (5-0)
• Renewed EMSTAR medical training and services contract for $5,625 (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will meet to consider a payment increase for the Strait Gravel Pit, discuss the Bath Landfill Eastern Expansion Project contracts, and authorize internet equipment purchases. The committee will also open bids for stone fill, ready mix concrete, and prestressed concrete bridge beams for several bridge projects. Public comment is not offered at this meeting.

• Strait Gravel Pit payment increase from $1.34/cy to $1.55/cy
• Bath Landfill Eastern Expansion Project: Contract #1 General Construction with Scale House Alternate, Contract #1B Electrical Construction
• Authorization to purchase internet equipment from Source Well Purchasing Cooperative
• Bids for prestressed concrete bridge beams for four bridges (Dry Run Road, Five Corners Road, Cemetery Road, County Route 41)
• Bids for stone fill and ready mix concrete

The committee awarded multiple construction and equipment bids for the Bath Landfill Eastern Expansion. It also approved several bridge beam contracts and a lease extension for a gravel pit. Additionally, the committee accepted a land donation for a bridge project and declared a parcel in the Town of Cameron surplus.

• Approved Bath Landfill Eastern Expansion bids to Marcy Excavation Services ($14,217,340.47), Matco Electric ($1,798,700.00), and Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative for internet equipment ($245,681.00) (5-0)
• Approved Strait Gravel Pit lease extension with price increase from $1.34 to $1.55 per cubic yard (5-0)
• Awarded bridge beam bids to Jefferson Concrete Corp for projects in Campbell ($160,761.00), Jasper ($103,323.00), West Union ($88,129.00), and Corning ($161,042.00) (5-0)
• Awarded stone fill bids to Dolomite Products Company, Inc. d/b/a A.L. Blades, Dolomite Products Company, Inc., Hanson Aggregates New York, LLC, New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., Seneca Stone Corporation, and TMT Gravel & Contracting, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded ready mix concrete bids to Custom Mix Concrete, Inc. and Spallina Materials, Inc. (5-0)
• Accepted donation of 0.9 acre ± parcel from Dalyrymple Gravel and Construction Company, Inc. for Smith Hill Road Bridge project (5-0)
• Declared 1.3519 +/ - acres of county property in the Town of Cameron no longer needed for public use (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will review its treasurer's report, hear a Habitat for Humanity update, and consider action on several properties including vacant lots, demolitions, and rehabs. The board will also discuss a grant update and adopt annual policies and procedures.

• Habitat for Humanity update on 271 Park Avenue and vacant lots
• 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
• Annual adoption of Land Bank Policies and Procedures

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to consider several departmental requests, including a 2022 budget adjustment for Social Services, contract increases for the Office for the Aging, and a $10,000 United Way contribution for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The committee will also approve minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. Public comment is not offered at this committee meeting.

• 2022 Budget Adjustment for Social Services
• Increase 2023 SSSF Contract for Bone Builders
• Increase 2022-2023 Contract for Comfort Keepers
• Increase 2023 IHS Employment Contract
• United Way – Dolly Parton Imagination Library ($10,000)

The committee approved a budget transfer to cover overspending in Safety Net and Emergency Aid to Adults programs. Several contracts for senior services, youth sports, and literacy programs were also increased or amended.

• Approved transfer of $753,000 from Foster Care to Safety Net and Emergency Aid to Adults (5-0)
• Approved $14,000 increase to Steuben Senior Services Fund contract for Bone Builders Program (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 increase to Comfort Keepers contract through March 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $19,950 increase to Institute for Human Services Employment contract for an Easy Rider Van driver (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 contract with United Way for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library (5-0)
• Approved $8,372 total appropriation for Youth Sports Opportunity Funding (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)