Wayne County, NY

Human Services Committee

Health & Medical Committee

Public Safety Committee

Economic Development & Planning Committee

Public Works Committee

Government Operations Committee

Wayne County Planning Board

The Wayne County Planning Board will vote on 21 referral actions, primarily focusing on site plan reviews and special permits for commercial and industrial projects. A significant portion of the agenda involves text amendments for nine towns and six villages to update flood zone development processes to meet FEMA and NYSDEC standards. The board will also consider a proposal to prohibit burials on private properties in the Town of Marion.

• Norbut Solar Farms, LLC: Special permit and site plan amendment for a 5.0 MW solar farm at 1045 Kuttruff Rd, Walworth
• Brooklyn Wellness: Final site plan and special permit for a cannabis dispensary at 510 W Union St, Newark
• Clyde Self Storage: Site plan review for a 30'x150' mini-storage facility at 10349 State Route 31, Galen
• Town of Marion: Text amendment to prohibit burials on private properties townwide
• Flood Zone Updates: Text amendments for 9 towns and 6 villages to align development processes with FEMA and NYSDEC standards

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board is meeting for a routine monthly session. The agenda includes approving the prior meeting's minutes, hearing the fiscal officer's report, and receiving updates on projects and from the executive director. No specific actions, proposals, or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of July 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Fiscal Officer's Report
• Project Updates
• Executive Director's Updates
• Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2026 at 9:10 a.m.

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board approved the July 20, 2026 meeting minutes with a minor edit, and received updates on the Newark Health and Wellness Campus and the K2 property, which received no bids at auction and is now being listed on the real estate market. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 20, 2026 meeting minutes with edit (all present approved, Heald abstained)
• Confirmed quorum for September 21, 2026 board meeting

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation board is meeting to approve minutes, authorize a loan signature for Erik Graff, extend an agreement with Wayne County to administer the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund, and open a new bank account. They will also hear reports and project updates on a baseball event, billboard, and pitch updates.

• Resolution authorizing signatures for loan from Life Insurance for Erik Graff
• Resolution authorizing WEDC to extend agreement with Wayne County to administer Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund
• Resolution authorizing WEDC to open a new bank account
• Project updates: baseball event, billboard, pitch updates

The WEDC Board approved three resolutions: a $19,000 loan to Erik Graff from his life insurance collateral, an extension of the agreement with Wayne County to administer the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund, and opening a new bank account for $500,000 in EPA brownfield funding. All votes were unanimous among present members. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution authorizing signatures for $19,000 loan to Erik Graff (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to extend agreement with Wayne County for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to open new bank account for $500,000 EPA brownfield funding (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will vote on a wide range of administrative, financial, and programmatic items, including appointing Mark Humbert as County Administrator, awarding youth team sports funding, and approving multiple contracts and budget amendments. The agenda is substantive, with numerous resolutions covering public safety, health, public works, and finance.

• Appoint Mark Humbert as County Administrator (5-8)
• Award $46,785 in state youth team sports funding to four organizations (7-1)
• Award 5-year contract to PurFoods LLC for chilled/frozen home delivered meals (7-2)
• Award 5-year contract to True Link Financial Inc. for prepaid card services (7-3)
• Set 2027 private pay room rates for Wayne County Nursing Home (6-6)

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors approved 47 resolutions, including awarding $44,785 in state youth team sports funding to four organizations, contracting with PurFoods LLC for home-delivered meals, and hiring Mark Humbert as permanent County Administrator. The board also approved several budget amendments, personnel appointments, and policy updates. All votes were unanimous among present supervisors, with three supervisors absent.

• Approved $44,785 in youth sports grants to 4 organizations (unanimous)
• Awarded chilled/frozen meal contract to PurFoods LLC (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Humbert as County Administrator at $163,508/yr (unanimous)
• Approved $2,341,438 Phase 1 bid for Port Bay REDI project (unanimous)
• Awarded $109,732 Dwyer Peer to Peer contract to Clear Path for Veterans (unanimous)
• Approved $1,015,174 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant (unanimous)
• Set 2027 nursing home room rates: semi-private $450, private $480, suite $675 (unanimous)
• Rescinded RFP for public safety radio system upgrade (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several resolutions, including a budget amendment to fund the county's share of a Medicaid Upper Payment Limit payment to the Wayne County Nursing Home, acceptance of a cybersecurity grant, contract extensions, and sales tax billing adjustments. They will also receive monthly reports from IT, Purchasing, Audit, and the Treasurer's Office.

• Amend 2026 budget to pay $3,920,085.50 local share for Medicaid UPL payment to nursing home
• Accept $50,000 cybersecurity grant for data backup storage hardware
• Extend contract with Three + One Company for liquidity analysis through Dec 31, 2026
• Authorize RFP for liquidity analysis and management services for up to 6 years
• Issue general billing to six towns totaling $596,314.59 for sales tax overpayments

The Wayne County Finance Committee approved all transmittals referred to it, including the appointment of Mark Humbert as County Administrator, and several other administrative, public safety, and health-related items. All votes were 4-0. The committee also received updates on IT infrastructure, the Treasurer's Office, and the Land Bank, but took no other substantive actions.

• Approved appointment of Mark Humbert as County Administrator (4-0)
• Approved all transmittals from Human Services, Health & Medical, Government Operations, Economic Development & Planning, Public Works, and Public Safety committees (4-0)
• Approved authorization to amend 2026 budget for Supplemental Medicaid UPL Payment and affirm payment to Nursing Home (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of 2022 Cyber Security Grant funding and amend 2026 budget (4-0)
• Approved extension of contract with Three + One Company (4-0)
• Approved release of RFP for Liquidity Analysis and Management Services (4-0)
• Approved issuance of general billing relating to sales tax and for Town of Huron and North Rose Wolcott School District (4-0)
• Approved transfer of property to New York State Canal Corporation (4-0)

Economic Development & Planning Committee

The Economic Development and Planning Committee will consider three resolutions: transferring $28,734.84 to cover bus operation expenses for 2026, awarding a $65,000 contract to LaBella Associates for an update to the derelict property study, and authorizing a $250 charter service agreement with RTS Bus for an Agriculture Development Board tour. The committee will also receive a tourism monthly report for July 2026.

• Authorization to transfer $28,734.84 to cover bus operation expenses for the remainder of 2026
• Authorization to award a $65,000 contract to LaBella Associates for a 2026 update to the derelict property study, funded by a $50,000 CDBG grant and $15,000 in WCIDA matching funds
• Authorization to contract with RTS Bus for the Agriculture Development Board tour at a cost up to $250
• Tourism monthly report for July 2026, including updates on advertising, the Apple Tasting Tour, and Seaway Trail kiosk maintenance

The committee approved a resolution to apply for New York State's ACHIEVE funding, which could bring $25-50 million for workforce development and economic expansion. It also approved fund transfers for bus operations, a derelict property study contract, and an RTS bus contract for an Agriculture Development Board tour. Discussions included Cooperative Extension's grape program, Seaway Trail kiosk repairs, and potential fairgrounds funding.

• Approved transfer of funds for bus operations for remainder of 2026 (5-0)
• Approved contract for derelict property study update (5-0)
• Approved contract with RTS Bus for Agriculture Development Board tour (5-0)
• Approved application for ACHIEVE funding (5-0)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will consider revised County Vehicle Fleet Management and Travel policies, plus a new Healthcare Provider and Payer Portal Administration policy. They will also discuss grant opportunities, receive updates on union negotiations, and review personnel actions including appointing a new County Administrator and Director of Disaster Preparedness.

• Revised County Vehicle Fleet Management Policy (rescinds multiple prior resolutions)
• Revised County Travel Policy
• Healthcare Provider and Payer Portal Administration Policy
• Authorization to appoint Mark Humbert as County Administrator
• Authorization to appoint George Bastedo as Director of Disaster Preparedness

The Government Operations Committee approved several personnel actions, including appointing Mark Humbert as County Administrator and Amanda Oren as Family Defense Supervising Attorney. The committee also approved policy updates for travel, vehicle usage, and healthcare portal administration, along with a contract with Tyler Technologies for the County Clerk's Office. A resolution to appoint George Bastedo as Director of Disaster Preparedness was pulled for revision and will go to the Finance Committee.

• Approved appointment of Mark Humbert as County Administrator (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Amanda Oren as Family Defense Supervising Attorney (4-0)
• Approved update to Wayne County Travel Policy (4-0)
• Approved update to Vehicle Usage and Fleet Management Policy (4-0)
• Approved Healthcare Provider and Payer Portal Administration Policy (4-0)
• Approved contract with Tyler Technologies for Clerk's Office enhancements (4-0)
• Approved flexible scheduling policy for Wayne County (4-0)
• Pulled resolution to appoint George Bastedo as Director of Disaster Preparedness for revision

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider several resolutions, including awarding a $2.34 million contract for Phase 1 of the Port Bay REDI project, approving a change order for engineering services, and making a SEQR negative declaration for a Verizon small cell tower on the county campus. Other items include declaring vehicles surplus, transferring vehicles between departments, applying for a Safe Streets for All grant, closing completed highway projects, and awarding a contract for jail overhead door replacement.

• Authorization to approve WD Malone Trucking & Excavating for Port Bay REDI Phase 1 at $2,341,438.00
• Authorization to approve change order for engineer additional services totaling $84,700.00 for the REDI Port Bay project
• SEQR negative declaration for a 45' Verizon Wireless small cell tower at 1527 Nye Rd, Lyons
• Authorization to apply for Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant with up to $3,000 local match
• Award contract to FingerLakes Garage Doors Co. Inc for jail overhead door replacement at $15,175.00

The Public Works Committee approved the Port Bay REDI project with only Phase 1 included, after the bid process was previously tabled. The committee also approved a change order for additional engineer services for the project, funded by the grant. All other transmittals, including vehicle surplus declarations, grant applications, and a garage door agreement, were approved 3-0. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved Port Bay REDI project Phase 1 (3-0)
• Approved change order for additional engineer services for REDI Port Bay project (3-0)
• Approved declaring vehicles surplus in Public Works (3-0)
• Approved declaring vehicles surplus and transferring to other departments (3-0)
• Approved applying for Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grants (3-0)
• Approved closing completed highway projects (3-0)
• Approved SEQR determination for Verizon small cell tower on county campus (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Finger Lakes Garage Door Co. for jail overhead doors (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review several grant acceptances and budget amendments for public safety agencies. Key discussions include the rescission of a radio system upgrade RFP and the filling of a Senior Assistant Public Defender position.

• Acceptance of $1,015,174 State grant for construction of communications towers
• Acceptance of $220,000 BJA grant for body worn cameras with a $220,000 local match
• Authorization to hire a Senior Assistant Public Defender at a salary of $125,350
• Rescission of Resolution 23-26 regarding the Public Safety Radio System upgrade RFP
• Budget amendment for DCJS funding to pay for a $10,000 Axon contract and $21,630 Celebrite subscription

The Wayne County Public Safety Committee approved several transmittals, including funding for body-worn cameras, radio system upgrades, and EMS interoperability, as well as staffing authorizations for the Public Defender and District Attorney offices. All votes were 4-0. The committee also discussed EMS reporting improvements and future hiring timelines.

• Approved out-of-state travel to Birmingham, Alabama (4-0)
• Approved authorization to fill Senior Assistant Public Defender position and set salary (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of FY24 Small Rural Tribal Body Worn Camera Grant funds and budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved rescinding Resolution #23-26 for RFP for public safety radio system upgrade (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of 2025-2026 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant funding (4-0)
• Approved amendment to District Attorney budget for DCJS funding (4-0)
• Approved RFP for outside counsel for DA's office (4-0)
• Approved creation of part-time investigator position for DA's office with sunset clause (4-0)

Health & Medical Committee

The committee is discussing budget reallocations for public health and mental health services. Key proposals include creating a new social worker position and funding for forensic hospitalization. The body will also review nursing home room rates for 2027.

• Proposed $26,500 reallocation for a Public Health vehicle purchase
• Creation of a Senior Assistant Social Worker position with an annual rate of $57,661.50
• Proposed $50,000 budget increase for New York State forensic hospitalization costs
• Contract award of $109,732 to Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. for the Dwyer RFP
• Review of 2027 Nursing Home room rates

The Health & Medical Services Committee approved several budget amendments and authorizations, including shifting a vehicle purchase to the Public Health Services budget, accepting state aid for Mental Health, and setting 2027 nursing home rates. All votes were 5-0. The committee also discussed ongoing challenges in public health staffing, dental clinic development, and nursing home finances.

• Approved amendment to move Public Health vehicle purchase from Early Intervention to Public Health Services budget (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of state aid, creation of Senior Assistant Social Worker title, and 2026 budget amendment for Mental Health (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Mental Health 2026 budget for NYS Forensic Hospitalization costs (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Wayne Behavioral Health Network 2026 budget for clinical record auditing and utilization review (5-0)
• Approved award of Dwyer RFP and execution of state aid contract with ClearPath for Veterans, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved setting 2027 private pay room rates for Wayne County Nursing Home (5-0)
• Approved agreements to establish Nurse Aide Training Program for Nursing Home (5-0)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will review and vote on two resolutions: one to award $46,785 in state youth team sports funding to four local organizations, and another to contract with PurFoods LLC for chilled/frozen home-delivered meals for older adults. The meeting will also include routine approval of previous minutes and monthly reports from Veterans Services, Aging and Youth, and Social Services.

• Award $10,000 to Jets Soccer Program (N. Rose, NY)
• Award $16,618 to Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association (Sodus Point, NY)
• Award $12,167 to Lyons Community Center (Lyons, NY)
• Award $6,000 to Marion Soccer Club (Marion, NY)
• Contract PurFoods LLC for chilled/frozen home-delivered meals (up to $2,800 county cost) for Department of Aging and Youth

The Human Services Committee approved three resolutions: funding for youth team sports, a five-year chilled/frozen home-delivered meals contract with PurFoods totaling $534,360, and a prepaid card services contract with True Link Financial. All votes were 5-0. The committee also heard reports on Veterans Services, Aging and Youth, and Social Services, including updates on farmers' market coupons and Medicaid changes.

• Approved youth team sports funding resolution (5-0)
• Approved PurFoods contract for chilled/frozen home-delivered meals, $534,360 over five years (5-0)
• Approved True Link Financial prepaid card services contract (5-0)

Wayne County Planning Board

The board will consider a special permit for a 3 MW solar facility in the Town of Palmyra. Additionally, the board will review townwide and villagewide text amendments regarding development in flood zones for several municipalities.

• Special permit for a 3 MW solar facility on 60 acres at 3605 N Creek Rd, Town of Palmyra
• Townwide text amendments for flood zone development standards in Macedon, Marion, Lyons, Palmyra, and Arcadia
• Villagewide text amendment for flood zone development standards in the Village of Newark

The Board approved text amendments for the Town of Macedon, Town of Marion, Town of Lyons, Town of Palmyra, Town of Arcadia, and the Village of Newark. A special permit application for a solar project in Palmyra was tabled pending further information.

• Approved June 24, 2026 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Tabled special permit for Palmyra NY Solar LLC at 3605 N Creek Rd pending Ag and Markets report
• Approved text amendment for Town of Macedon (12-0)
• Approved text amendment for Town of Marion (12-0)
• Approved text amendment for Town of Lyons (12-0)
• Approved text amendment for Town of Palmyra (12-0)
• Approved text amendment for Town of Arcadia (12-0)
• Approved text amendment for Village of Newark (12-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will vote on numerous financial authorizations, including settlements, contract approvals, and grant acceptances. Items include a $5,000 settlement of an inmate claim, a $350,000 payment to NYMIR for an automobile accident case, and a $58,005.75 renewal of antivirus software. The board will also consider grant funding for homeland security, emergency management, and other programs, as well as several contract and staffing actions.

• Authorization to settle an inmate claim for $5,000
• Authorization to pay a $350,000 invoice from NYMIR for an automobile accident settlement
• Approval of sole‑source contract with ICC Community Development Solutions for Laserfiche maintenance
• Authorization to renew antivirus software with a $58,005.75 purchase order to SHI International
• Acceptance of FY2025 State Homeland Security Grant and FY2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant for future budget years

The Board of Supervisors approved several financial settlements, including a $350,000 payment to NYMIR for an auto accident claim. They also awarded a multi-year independent auditing contract to Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP and authorized a $58,005.75 antivirus software renewal.

• Approved $5,000 settlement for inmate mistreatment claim (Resolution 356-26)
• Approved $350,000 payment to NYMIR for auto accident settlement (Resolution 357-26)
• Designated ICC (General Code) as sole source for Laserfiche maintenance (Resolution 358-26)
• Approved $58,005.75 purchase order to SHI International for 36-month antivirus renewal (Resolution 359-26)
• Awarded independent auditing services contract to Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP (Resolution 360-26)
• Authorized return of $1,150 deposit for 2009 Canandaigua Road due to environmental issues (Resolution 1-6)
• Authorized termination of contract with Whitcomb Law Firm, P.C. (Resolution 362-26)
• Approved $19,883.17 refund to Hope Village (Resolution 363-26)

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

The board will review the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes, receive performance measures and fiscal officer reports, and receive updates on ongoing projects. It will also schedule the next board meeting for August 17, 2026 and consider moving part of the agenda into executive session.

• Call to Order – led by David Fantuzzo
• Motion to Approve June 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Performance Measures Report
• Fiscal Officer’s Report
• Project Updates

The WEDC board approved the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The board reviewed the 2025 Performance Measures Report with no questions. The fiscal officer reported receipt of BOCES rental payment and an amendment to 2025 audited financials for Brownfield RLF revenue. The executive director announced an additional $500,000 EPA award for the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund, and noted the 4320 Canandaigua Road property auction scheduled for July 21, 2026.

• Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed quorum for August 17, 2026 board meeting
• Noted receipt of BOCES annual rental payment and capital repair payment sent
• Noted amendment to 2025 audited financials for Brownfield RLF revenue
• Reported $500,000 EPA supplemental award for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund
• Noted 4320 Canandaigua Road auction scheduled for July 21, 2026

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will discuss and potentially approve a resolution authorizing commitment of funds for a derelict property study. The board will also hear performance measures, a fiscal officer's report, and project updates. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes is also on the agenda.

• Resolution Authorizing Commitment of Funds for a Derelict Property Study
• Motion to Approve June 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Performance Measures Report
• Fiscal Officer’s Report
• Project Updates

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency approved a $15,000 commitment to fund a derelict property study, supplementing a $50,000 grant from HCR. The board also reviewed the 2025 Performance Measures Report and heard updates on the Butler Correctional Facility acquisition, a $15 million NSF grant for the STELLAR program, and discussions on data center and solar development. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $15,000 for derelict property study (all present)
• Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (all present)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several departmental reports and resolution transmittals. Key discussions include information technology upgrades, audit findings regarding online marketplace access, and various administrative authorizations.

• Renewal of antivirus software for $58,005.75 over 36 months
• Sole source maintenance for Laserfiche products via ICC Community Development Solutions
• Audit report on Amazon and Staples user access controls
• Authorization to terminate contract with Whitcomb Law Firm, P.C.
• Resolution to award external auditor services

The Finance Committee approved a series of authorizations covering staffing, contracts, grants, and budget amendments across multiple county departments. All transmittals presented were approved unanimously (5‑0) except one resolution on audit claim procedures, which was tabled for further discussion. Notable approvals included creating a Tax Map Technician position, renewing IT contracts, and entering agreements for emergency services and public‑works projects.

• Approved payment of NYMIR invoice (5-0)
• Approved settlement of claim (5-0)
• Approved sole‑source contract for Laserfiche maintenance (5-0)
• Approved renewal of antivirus software (5-0)
• Approved contract for independent audit services (5-0)
• Approved creation of Tax Map Technician position (5-0)
• Approved amendment of ABS contract for tax bill preparation (5-0)
• Resolution on audit claim review procedures tabled

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is reviewing requests to extend two state grants for the Board of Elections. The body is also discussing standard work day reporting for elected officials and the creation of a First Assistant County Attorney position.

• Technology Innovation and Election Resource (TIER) grant extension through 03/31/2027 for $70,161.26
• Absentee Postage Grant extension through 03/31/2027 for $26,316.43
• Resolution to establish standard work days for Sheriff Robert Milby (8 hours) and County Clerk Jessica Freer (7.5 hours)
• Proposed creation and filling of a First Assistant County Attorney position
• Authorization to extend a contract in the GIS Department

The Government Operations Committee approved several staffing changes for the Public Defender, EMS, and County Attorney offices. The committee also authorized multiple grant extensions for the Board of Elections and a contract extension for the GIS department.

• Approved filling second Assistant Public Defender position and abolishing Grade 9 position (5-0)
• Approved creating additional part-time attorney and amending 2026 Public Defender budget (5-0)
• Approved abolishing and creating positions within Wayne County EMS and amending 2026 budget (5-0)
• Approved appointing Interim Wayne County Director of Disaster Preparedness (5-0)
• Approved establishing standard work day and reporting resolution for officials (5-0)
• Approved TIER grant extension application (5-0)
• Approved absentee postage grant extension applications (5-0)
• Approved GIS department contract extension (5-0)

Economic Development & Planning Committee

The Economic Development & Planning Committee will consider authorizing applications for two grants: a $150,000 NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning grant with $100,000 in matching funds, and acceptance of a $500,000 EPA Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund award with an extended agreement for management by the Wayne Economic Development Corporation. The committee will also receive a monthly tourism report from Director Christine Worth.

• Authorization to apply for a $150,000 NYS Smart Growth grant with $100,000 in county matching funds for a County Strategic Smart Growth Plan
• Authorization to accept a $500,000 EPA Revolving Loan Fund award for brownfield cleanup and extend the management agreement with Wayne Economic Development Corporation
• Tourism monthly report including progress on advertising, Apple Tasting Tour, and outdoor recreation strategic plan

The committee approved two funding-related actions by a unanimous 5-0 vote: applying for an NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant, and accepting an EPA Revolving Loan Fund Award while extending its management agreement with the Wayne Economic Development Corporation. Members also reviewed progress updates on broadband completion, tourism initiatives, farmland protection planning, and anticipated state economic development funding.

• Approved authorization to apply for NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant (5-0)
• Accepted EPA Revolving Loan Fund Award and extended agreement with Wayne Economic Development Corporation (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is deciding on several resolutions including awarding a bid for the Port Bay REDI project (bids ranging from $3.6M), authorizing a letter of intent with e2Companies for a microgrid study at up to $75,000, and approving a lease with Verizon Wireless for a small cell tower at no cost. The committee will also discuss rescinding a generator maintenance contract with Cummins Inc., declaring surplus vehicles and equipment, and reimbursing employees for CDL training costs. Discussion items include project updates, Crescent Beach, 2027 budget positions, and the Leach Road Bridge.

• Authorization to award bid for Port Bay REDI project: WD Malone Trucking $3,615,054; Martin's Custom Tidesides $3,599,200
• Letter of Intent with e2Companies for microgrid preliminary engineering study, not to exceed $75,000
• Lease agreement with Verizon Wireless for small cell tower on county campus at no cost
• Resolution to rescind Resolution 285-26 with Cummins Inc. for generator maintenance and service
• Declaration of surplus: 2016 Ford E450 bus, 2003 Mack dump, 1984 Utility Trailer, and other equipment

The committee tabled a resolution to award a bid for the Port Bay REDI project due to concerns regarding funding shortfalls and long-term maintenance costs. Several other public works authorizations were approved, including agreements with E2Companies LLC and Verizon Wireless.

• Approved June 3rd meeting minutes
• Tabled Port Bay REDI Project bid resolution
• Approved agreement with E2Companies LLC for microgrid study (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Verizon Wireless (5-0)
• Approved rescinding Resolution 285-26 regarding generator maintenance (5-0)
• Approved declaring vehicles and equipment surplus (5-0)
• Approved employee CDL license reimbursements (5-0)
• Approved 2027 hourly rate for Central Garage mechanical work (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from probation, fire, coroner, pre-trial, EMS, public defender, sheriff, emergency management, and district attorney. The committee will then consider resolution transmittals including Sheriff's Office authorizations to apply for a COPS hiring grant, accept a $115,100 Stonegarden grant, award a bid for an All-Terrain Emergency Response Vehicle, sign a school resource officer agreement with Lyons CSD, and purchase a replacement drone. Public Defender requests to fill a 2nd Assistant Public Defender position and create a part-time attorney using DCJS grant funds, and Emergency Management seeks to accept SHSP and EMPG grants.

• Sheriff authorized to apply for NYS FY26 COPS Hiring Program grant (25% local match)
• Sheriff authorized to accept FY25 Stonegarden grant of $115,100 for equipment including License Plate Readers and ATV
• Sheriff authorized to award bid for All Terrain Emergency Response Vehicle and related equipment (SO07RES03)
• Public Defender authorized to fill 2nd Assistant PD (Grade 11, Step X) and abolish a Grade 9 position; create additional part-time attorney using DCJS block grant funds ($243,455 available)
• Emergency Management authorized to accept 2025 State Homeland Security (SHSP) grant and FY2025 EMPG grant

The committee approved various transmittals regarding staffing changes for the Public Defender and EMS departments. Additional approvals included emergency management grants, sheriff's office equipment, and a school resource officer agreement.

• Approved second Assistant Public Defender position contingent on Pay Plan Committee (5-0)
• Approved additional part-time attorney via DCJS block grant (5-0)
• Approved EMS position reclassifications and budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved Rochester Regional Health agreement for critical care transport (5-0)
• Approved payroll and scheduling software subscription (5-0)
• Approved interim Director of Disaster Preparedness appointment (5-0)
• Approved 2025 State Homeland Security and FY2025 EMPG grants (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment for James Ritts, Esq. (5-0)

Health & Medical Committee

The Wayne County Health and Medical Committee will hear reports from Public Health, Mental Health, and the Nursing Home, and consider several resolutions: amending the public health budget, authorizing the purchase of ADA-compliant picnic tables, applying for the Rural Health Transformation Grant, renewing a dietary contract with Sodexo, and authorizing music therapy and Inovalon SaaS renewal. The meeting also includes a detailed public health activity report for June 2026.

• Amend Public Health Budget
• Authorization to purchase ADA-compliant picnic tables with CAI funds
• Authorization to apply for Rural Health Transformation Grant
• Dietary Contract Renewal with Sodexo
• Inovalon SaaS Renewal for Mental Health and Nursing Home

The Health & Medical Services Committee approved several authorizations including budget amendments, grant applications, and contract renewals. It also authorized staff to prepare a resolution for a county-operated Early Intervention provider model to address service gaps. The committee discussed updates on the dental clinic exploration and rabies control program.

• Approved authorization to amend Public Health budget for Community Accessibility and Inclusion Funding (5-0)
• Approved purchase of ADA compliant picnic tables using grant funds (5-0)
• Approved application for NYS Rural Community Health Integration Grant (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Inovalon Provider Inc. patient statements agreement (4-0)
• Approved renewal pricing for Nursing Home food and nutrition services (4-0)
• Approved amendment of Music Therapy Services contract, budget, and RFP (4-0)
• Approved execution of agreement with Inovalon Provider Inc. for Nursing Home (4-0)
• Authorized preparation of a resolution for county-operated Early Intervention provider model

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will vote on several resolutions, including a $85,200 contract with all 11 Wayne County school districts for the Families and Communities Together (FACT) program, a $1,020 budget amendment for Veterans Service Agency office supplies and software, and an agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension for health promotion. They will also consider a contract for car cleaning services and an out-of-state travel request. Monthly reports from Veterans, Aging and Youth, and Social Services are scheduled for review.

• Authorization for FACT contracts totaling $85,200 with 11 school districts for case management (71 slots at $1,200/family)
• Budget amendment for Veterans Service Agency: $500 for office supplies and $520 for Panoramic VetPro software license
• Authorization to contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for Stay Strong Stay Healthy health promotion program
• Authorization to contract with Ivan and Izacs for car cleaning (Department of Social Services)

The Human Services Committee approved minutes from June 1, 2026, and four transmittals: a budget amendment for Veterans Services Agency office supplies and software; a contract with Wayne County school districts for the FACT program; an agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension for health promotion; an agreement with LPi for the Aging and Youth newsletter; and an out-of-state travel request for AOA Trainers Academy. All votes were 4-0. The committee also heard reports on veterans tax exemption legislation (no vote), Aging and Youth updates, and Department of Social Services activities.

• Approved minutes from June 1, 2026 committee meeting (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Veterans Services Agency office supplies and software (4-0)
• Approved contract with Wayne County school districts for FACT program 2026-2027 (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension for health promotion programs (4-0)
• Approved agreement with LPi for Agency Newsletter (4-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel request for AOA Trainers Academy in New Mexico (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Ivan and Izacs for DSS vehicle detailing (4-0)

Wayne County Planning Board

The board will consider two referrals from the Town of Rose: a zoning map amendment expanding the Hamlet General Business (HGB) district along State Route 414, and a corresponding text amendment to legalize the map changes. These are the main items up for decision at this meeting, along with approval of previous minutes and other business.

• Town of Rose – town-wide zoning map amendment to expand Hamlet General Business district to include parcels from Hamlet Residential district along State Route 414
• Town of Rose – town-wide text amendment to legalize the zoning map changes

The Board approved a text amendment and a map amendment to expand the hamlet general business district in the Town of Rose. These changes incorporate parcels from the hamlet residential district along the Route 414 corridor. The Board also approved the minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting.

• Approved May 27, 2026 meeting minutes (10-0-1)
• Approved Town of Rose text amendment to expand hamlet general business district (11-0)
• Approved Town of Rose zoning map amendment to expand hamlet general business district (11-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will vote on several authorizations, including a nine‑month pilot contract with RTS to provide transportation for seniors to Lunch Club locations for up to $95,354. The board will also appoint members to the Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board, amend a Thomson Reuters contract for three additional user licenses, and approve a forensic medical services agreement with St. Peter’s Health Partners. Additional budget amendments create a Senior Housing Coordinator position and adjust funding for the Department of Social Services.

• Authorization to contract with RTS for senior transportation pilot ($95,354)
• Appointment of Melissa Taylor and Leigh Mackerchar to the Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board
• Amendment to Thomson Reuters contract adding three licenses at $884.40 per month
• Agreement with St. Peter’s Health Partners for Child Advocacy Center services (up to $55,961)
• Creation of a Senior Housing Coordinator position and related budget amendment

The Board held public hearings on the 2027-2031 Capital Plan and a CDBG Imminent Threat application but took no action. They adopted five resolutions, including a pilot program contracting RTS for senior transportation and creating a Senior Housing Coordinator position in Social Services.

• Adopted Resolution 313-26: Authorized contract with RTS for senior transportation pilot (9 months, $95,354)
• Adopted Resolution 314-26: Appointed Melissa Taylor and Leigh Mackerchar to Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board
• Adopted Resolution 315-26: Amended contract with Thomson Reuters for additional DSS software licenses
• Adopted Resolution 316-26: Authorized agreement with St. Peter's Health Partners for Child Advocacy Center forensic exams (up to $55,961)
• Adopted Resolution 317-26: Created Senior Housing Coordinator position and amended DSS budget

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation board will vote to approve meeting minutes from May 18 and June 8, the latter of which authorizes a loan modification for brownfield remediation at 42, 46, and 50 Canal Street in Lyons. The board will also hear the fiscal officer’s report, receive project updates on the 2026 Pitch Competition and Small Business Week, and may enter executive session. The meeting is largely procedural with no new action items on the agenda beyond approvals and reports.

• Approval of June 8 special meeting minutes authorizing a Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund modification for petroleum remediation at 42, 46, and 50 Canal Street, Lyons
• Fiscal officer’s report showing total WEDC funds of $4,292,636.14 across all accounts as of May 31, 2026
• Project updates on the 2026 Pitch Competition (winner: Clay Décor Studios LLC of Palmyra; second place: Stonehedge Café & Market of Marion)
• Project updates on 2026 Small Business Week (108 nominations, 53 businesses nominated countywide)
• Possible executive session (no subject specified on agenda)

The WCIDA board unanimously approved three resolutions: committing funds for a county-wide Smart Growth Strategic Plan, authorizing an application for an Empire State Development feasibility study of the Newark conference center and BOCES area, and adopting a revised annual report for submission to the NYS Authorities Budget Office. Board members also discussed water infrastructure challenges, data center moratoriums, and nuclear energy plans, but no formal decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to commit funds for Wayne County Smart Growth Strategic Plan (all present)
• Approved application submission and fund commitment for Empire State Development strategic planning and feasibility study for Newark conference center and BOCES area (all present)
• Approved revised PAAA/PARIS annual report and submission to NYS ABO (all present)

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board will vote on three resolutions: committing $100,000 as matching funds for a Smart Growth Strategic Plan, committing $50,000 as matching funds for a feasibility study near the Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES conference center in Newark, and adopting a revised 2025 annual report. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a fiscal officer's report, and project updates.

• Commit $100,000 as local match for NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant
• Commit $50,000 as local match for ESD feasibility study near Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES in Newark
• Adopt revised PAAA/PARIS 2025 annual report for submission to Authority Budget Office
• Approve minutes from May 18, 2026 meeting
• Fiscal officer's report and project updates, including solar and battery storage discussions

The WCIDA Board approved the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting. It then approved a resolution authorizing the agency’s participation and fiscal contribution to the Wayne County Smart Growth Strategic Plan. The board also approved the application submission and funding commitment for an Empire State Development strategic planning and feasibility study, and adopted a revised PAAA/PARIS annual report for submission to the ABO.

• Approved May 18, 2026 meeting minutes (all present approved)
• Approved funding commitment for Wayne County Smart Growth Strategic Plan (all present approved)
• Approved application submission and funding for Empire State Development strategic planning and feasibility study (all present approved)
• Approved adoption of revised PAAA/PARIS annual report and its submission to the ABO (all present approved)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider accepting the mortgage tax report and authorizing $922,131 in payments to towns and villages. The committee will also review a resolution to release an RFP for a county-wide valuation factor file update (up to $30,000), and a contract with Tecana, LLC for assigned counsel services. The May 2026 audit report reveals that 10,455 invoices totaling $43.8 million were processed without audit review during fiscal year 2025.

• Authorization to adopt mortgage tax report and pay $922,131 to towns and villages
• Resolution to release RFP for county-wide valuation factor file update (up to $30,000)
• Contract authorization with Tecana, LLC for assigned counsel services
• Audit report: $43.8M in disbursements not reviewed by Audit Office in 2025
• Discussion on veterans' exemption in real property tax

The committee approved various transmittals for human services, public safety, and public works, including new staff positions and equipment purchases. A proposal to fund a County-Wide Valuation Factor File was denied. The committee reached a consensus to recover approximately $596,300 in sales tax overpayments from six towns.

• Approved Mortgage Tax Report and payments to towns and villages (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Director of Administrative Services (DSS) as Designated Auditor (5-0)
• Approved bids from Real Property Tax Auction (5-0)
• Denied funding for County-Wide Valuation Factor File (0-5)
• Approved creation of Senior Housing Coordinator position
• Approved purchase of two ATVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• Approved transfer of 157 Montezuma Street, Lyons to the Land Bank
• Approved refund of a tax auction deposit due to property contamination

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

The board will decide on approving a loan modification for the Wayne County Regional Land Bank's Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund. The modification redirects up to $198,205.90 from demolishing 67-69 Canal Street to remediating petroleum-impacted soil at 46 Canal Street, with impacts at 42 and 50 Canal Street. Any amount over $121,646.53 requires approval by WEDC's Qualified Environmental Professional.

• Resolution authorizing a loan modification for loan number 6000-01 to the Wayne County Regional Land Bank
• Properties affected: 42 Canal Street (Parcel 71111-09-136667), 46 Canal Street (Parcel 71111-09-138667), 50 Canal Street (Parcel 71111-09-141667), and 67-69 Canal Street (Parcel 71111-09-169684), Lyons
• Total loan modification amount not to exceed $198,205.90
• Original loan approved September 3, 2025, and signed November 17, 2025
• QEP must approve any costs above $121,646.53

The Board approved a loan modification for a Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (BRLF) to the Wayne County Regional Land Bank. Funds will be redirected from 67-69 Canal Street to address petroleum contamination at 42, 46, and 50 Canal Street. The modification involves no additional cost to the project.

• Approved loan modification for BRLF to Wayne County Regional Land Bank (unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will consider resolutions authorizing a $11,727 contract with Tyler Technologies for public access and payment enhancements at the County Clerk's Office, and a $2,000 tuition reimbursement budget amendment for the GIS Department. The committee will also receive updates on grant opportunities, the compliance work plan, and travel policy discussions.

• Authorization to enter into a $11,727 contract with Tyler Technologies for public access and point-of-sale enhancements at the County Clerk's Office, plus $540 annual maintenance fee
• Authorization to amend GIS Department budget with $2,000 tuition reimbursement for one employee
• Discussion of Wallace Project updates, US DOJ grants for Sheriff, and NYS playground grants
• Compliance Officer report including 17 investigations in 2026 and 94% completion rate for annual training
• Discussion of travel requests and mileage/travel policy by County Administrator

The Government Operations Committee approved multiple position regrades and the creation of new roles in the Public Defender, District Attorney, and Social Services offices. The committee also authorized a contract with Tyler Technologies for County Clerk enhancements and approved a tuition reimbursement budget amendment.

• Regraded Second Assistant Public Defender from Grade 10 to 11 (5-0)
• Created Grade 10 Senior Assistant Public Defender and abolished Grade 9 Assistant Public Defender (5-0)
• Amended Second Assistant District Attorney from Grade 10 to 11 (5-0)
• Abolished Grade 9 Assistant District Attorney and created Grade 10 Senior Assistant District Attorney (5-0)
• Created Senior Housing Coordinator position and amended 2026 DSS Budget (5-0)
• Created fulltime Infection Preventionist position at Wayne County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (5-0)
• Amended Tuition Reimbursement Budget (5-0)
• Approved contract with Tyler Technologies for Public Access and Point-of-Sale Enhancements (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors is meeting for a brief procedural session that includes a presentation on the Public Health Dental Program. No votes, ordinances, or contracts are on the agenda; the meeting mainly consists of the pledge, roll call, the presentation, and adjournment.

• Presentation on the Public Health Dental Program

The Board of Supervisors discussed the potential reopening of the county dental clinic but took no formal action. Members reached consensus to allow staff to continue gathering information and cost estimates for the proposal. The only formal action was adjournment at 10:52 a.m.

• Consensus to continue exploring feasibility of reopening the dental clinic
• Adjourned at 10:52 a.m.