Wayne County public meetings in 2024
154 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency is meeting to discuss a project authorization resolution for Westbury Lands, LLC. This action concerns the redevelopment of the Butler Correctional Facility.
- Project Authorization Resolution for Westbury Lands, LLC (Westbury Lumber Company) regarding the Butler Correctional Facility redevelopment
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency unanimously approved a project authorization resolution for Westbury Lands LLC to redevelop the closed correctional facility in Butler. The resolution covers a PILOT agreement, SEQRA review, and a Land Development Agreement. Public hearings were held in Wolcott and Butler with no comments received. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.
- Approved project authorization resolution for Westbury Lands LLC (unanimous)
- Approved PILOT agreement for Westbury Lands LLC redevelopment
- Approved SEQRA review for Westbury Lands LLC project
- Approved Land Development Agreement for Westbury Lands LLC project
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a local law adjusting salaries for certain county officers for 2025, followed by a vote on adoption. The board also considers dozens of resolutions covering human services contracts, health department positions, public works projects, and public safety agreements, including authorization to draw opioid settlement funds and fund youth programming. Several budget amendments and authorizations for insurance renewals are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing and adoption of Local Law for 2025 salary changes for county officers
- Authorization to draw opioid settlement funds to support opioid prevention activities
- Authorization to amend FACT contract with Newark Central School District, total cost $80,400
- Authorization to award youth development programming funding: $34,338 to Town of Marion and $15,000 to Family Counseling Services
- Authorization to purchase hardware and software for data backup and retention
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing and adopted Local Law No. 1 for 2025, setting salaries for county officers including the County Administrator at $172,869 and Sheriff at $145,325, effective January 1, 2025. The board also approved numerous resolutions authorizing contracts, budget amendments, and appointments, including a $943,748.95 write-off of uncollectable nursing home accounts and a $537,836 contract for the Sodus radio site project. A resolution to appoint Brian Sams as interim Human Resource Director was postponed by a vote of 108 to 92.
- Adopted 2025 salary law for county officers (186-14)
- Approved $537,836 contract with Pyramid Network Services for Sodus radio site
- Authorized $943,748.95 write-off of uncollectable nursing home accounts
- Approved $155,572 Child Care Block Grant agreement with OCFS
- Authorized $202,873 welfare fraud investigation agreement with Sheriff's Office
- Approved $100,000 trauma counseling contract with Family Counseling Services
- Postponed appointment of Brian Sams as interim HR Director (108-92)
- Approved $45,000 billboard advertising contract with Lamar Advertising
Wayne County Planning Board
The board will meet to review and vote on referral actions. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and staff reports.
- Presentation of Referral Actions
The board approved the Town of Lyons zoning map and law update, the Town of Macedon comprehensive plan, a special permit for a cannabis dispensary in Newark, a Verizon cell tower in Rose, and several site plans and subdivisions. It also approved new officers for 2025 and accepted a member's resignation.
- Approved Town of Lyons zoning map and law update (10-0, Burns abstained)
- Approved Town of Macedon comprehensive plan (10-0, Bartels abstained)
- Approved special permit for cannabis dispensary at 6740-6744 Route 31 East, Newark (11-0)
- Approved final site plan and area variance for NYSEG at Vienna Street, Newark (11-0 each)
- Approved special permit for Verizon cell tower at 3551 Burley Road, Rose (10-0, Guthrie abstained)
- Approved special permits for Westbury Lumber at 14003 Westbury Cut Off Road in Butler and Wolcott (10-0, Milliman abstained each)
- Approved final site plan for Lake Road Solar at 1348 Lake Road, Ontario (10-0, Conklin abstained)
- Approved final site plan for Aldi at 1903 NYS Route 104, Ontario (10-0, Conklin abstained)
Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)
The WCCFDC board will discuss and vote on the 2025 operating budget, approve October 22 meeting minutes, and set the 2025 board meeting schedule. Reports from the fiscal officer and executive director are also on the agenda.
- Resolution to approve WCCFDC operating budget for 2025
- Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2025 board meeting schedule
- Audit and Finance Committee meeting set for January 28, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
The Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation board approved the 2025 Operating Budget, as recommended by the Finance Committee, and agreed to change all 2025 board meeting start times to 9:10 A.M. for better building accessibility. The board also approved the minutes from the October 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 2024 meeting minutes (all present)
- Approved 2025 Operating Budget (all present)
- Agreed to start 2025 board meetings at 9:10 A.M. (all present)
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will discuss a project authorization resolution for 100 Dunn Road. The board will also review the 2025 operating budget and the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Project Authorization Resolution for 100 Dunn Road (Dependable Disposal and Morgan Rubbish Removal, Inc.)
- Resolution to approve WCIDA Operating Budget for 2025
- 2025 Board of Directors Meeting Schedule discussion
The board approved a project authorization for 100 Dunn Road, LLC to build a 12,000 square-foot facility at Dunn Road in Lyons, with no public comments from a prior hearing. They also approved the 2025 operating budget and set 2025 meeting dates, moving start times to 9:10 A.M. for accessibility. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 9:32 A.M.
- Approved Project Authorization Resolution for 100 Dunn Road, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Operating Budget (unanimous)
- Set 2025 meeting dates on fourth Tuesday, except November, with 9:10 A.M. start (unanimous)
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation will consider approving its 2025 operating budget and a resolution authorizing a loan deferment for a specific borrower. The board will also discuss closing the Microburst Grant bank account and returning funds to the main checking account. Additional updates on projects and the fiscal officer's report are scheduled.
- Resolution to approve WEDC 2025 operating budget
- Resolution authorizing a loan deferment for a specific loan
- Resolution to return funds from Microburst Grant account and close that account
- Discussion of 2025 Board of Directors meeting schedule
- Fiscal officer's report and projects update
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation board approved the 2025 Operating Budget, as recommended by the Finance Committee, and approved a resolution to return initial funds from the Microburst Grant Account to the main checking account and close the account. The board also set 2025 meeting dates (fourth Tuesday monthly, starting at 9:10 A.M., except November) and approved the November 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included an executive session and reports.
- Approved November 2024 meeting minutes (all present)
- Set 2025 meeting dates: fourth Tuesday monthly, 9:10 A.M., except November (all agreed)
- Approved 2025 Operating Budget (all present approved)
- Approved resolution to return funds from Microburst Grant Account and close it (all present approved)
Finance Committee
The Wayne County Finance Committee will consider several resolutions, including authorizing up to $240,000 for IT hardware and cloud storage for data backup using ARPA funds, and paying $8,500 to Bonadio & Co. for additional audit hours. The agenda also includes multiple 2025 budget appropriations for organizations such as the Humane Society, Cooperative Extension, and Soil and Water Conservation, as well as authorizing the Director of Real Property to approve tax roll error corrections and refunds up to $2,500. Reports from the Land Bank, IT, Auditor, Purchasing, Real Property Tax, Treasurer, and Management Assistant will be presented.
- Authorization to purchase hardware/software with cloud storage for data backup, not to exceed $240,000 using ARPA funds
- Payment of $8,500 to Bonadio & Co. LLP for additional hours to complete the 2023 external audit
- Authorizing Director of Real Property to approve tax roll error corrections and refunds up to $2,500 without prior Board approval for 2025
- Authorization to pay one-time 2025 appropriation to Wayne County Humane Society
- Numerous 2025 budget appropriations and transfers including to Cooperative Extension, Soil and Water, and Wayne County Action Program
The Wayne County Finance Committee approved all 60+ transmittals presented, including contracts for youth programs, social services, insurance renewals, and construction projects, all by 5-0 votes except one 4-0 with an abstention. The committee also recommended drafting a resolution to consolidate all auction duties under the Treasurer's office, following concerns about the current online auction process. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved 60+ transmittals including youth programming, social services contracts, and insurance renewals (5-0)
- Approved $2M Land Bank funding application for 18 months of work across several towns (5-0)
- Approved purchase of hardware/software with cloud storage for data backup (5-0)
- Approved payment to Bonadio & Co. for additional external audit hours (5-0)
- Approved authorization for Real Property Tax Director to approve tax roll corrections without prior audit (5-0)
- Recommended drafting resolution to assign all auction duties to Treasurer's office
- Approved $ appropriation for Wayne County Humane Society (4-0, Rose abstained)
- Approved 2025 budget appropriations to various organizations including Soil and Water Conservation District (5-0)
IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees
The Audit and Finance committees for the Wayne County IDA, WEDC, and Civic Facility Development Corp. will meet jointly on December 10, 2024. The Finance committees will review and recommend operating budgets for 2025 for all three entities. The Audit committees will receive a presentation on the scope of work for the audit from EFPR.
- Review and recommend 2025 operating budgets for Wayne County Civic Facility Development Corp., IDA, and WEDC
- Presentation on scope of work for audit from EFPR
- Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes for each entity
- Discussion of 2025 committee meeting dates
The WCCFDC, WCIDA, and WEDC audit and finance committees met on December 10, 2024, and approved previous meeting minutes. EFPR Group presented the scope of work for the 2024 audit, and the committees discussed improving public access to meetings by posting a phone number for entry. The finance committees reviewed the proposed 2025 operating budget and made a recommendation to the board. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 2024 meeting minutes (all committees)
- Reviewed 2024 audit scope with EFPR Group (audit committees)
- Reviewed proposed 2025 operating budget and recommended to board (finance committees)
- Agreed to post conference room phone number for public meeting access (all committees)
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive monthly reports from department heads, and discuss election certification. Two resolutions authorize renewals of excess workers' compensation and employer's liability insurance policies with Eastern Shore Associates for 2025–2026, with a combined estimated cost of $648,264.
- Authorization to renew Excess Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability Insurance with Eastern Shore Associates for 2025–2026 at a total premium of $616,264 (first year $308,132).
- Authorization to renew Excess Employer's Liability Insurance with Eastern Shore Associates for 2025 at an annual premium not to exceed $32,000.
- Discussion on election certification and wrap-up from the Board of Elections.
- Monthly reports from County Administrator, County Attorney, GIS Manager, and Human Resources Director.
- Approval of minutes from the previous meeting.
The Government Operations Committee approved all items on its agenda, including contracts, wage rates, and insurance renewals. It also received updates on compliance, elections, county attorney activities, GIS projects, and HR matters. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved minutes from November 7, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved contract with additional appellate attorney (4-0)
- Approved 2025 seasonal wages for Public Works (4-0)
- Approved new Secretary I position for Mental Health (4-0)
- Approved part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position and hourly rate (4-0)
- Approved workers' compensation and employer's liability insurance renewal with Eastern Shore Associates for 2025-2026 (4-0)
- Approved specific employer's liability insurance renewal with Eastern Shore Associates for 2025 (4-0)
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee will consider two resolutions: authorizing reappointments to the Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority Board, and approving a $45,000 billboard advertising agreement with Lamar Advertising. The committee will also receive monthly reports from Tourism Director Christine Worth and Cooperative Extension.
- Reappointment of Jean Johnson, Laverne Bliek, and Daniel LaGasse to the Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority Board for 2025–2027
- Authorization of $45,000 agreement with Lamar Advertising for billboard services at four rotating locations, December 30, 2024 – December 28, 2025
- Tourism Director reports an estimated $58,053 I Love NY matching funds grant with deadlines through December 2024
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing several contract extensions and new project authorizations for the Highway Department. This includes establishing 2025 seasonal wages and submitting transportation grant applications to the Genesee Transportation Council.
- Proposed $100,000 each for shoulder and drainage projects on Arcadia Zurich Norris, North Huron, Townline, Ridge, Lummisville, and Savannah Spring Lake roads
- Authorization to extend the Crescent Beach Project contract with Barton and Loguidice until December 31, 2025, at no additional cost
- Proposed 2025 seasonal wages ranging from $16.00 for Parks Laborers to $23.00 for Motor Equipment Operators #2
- Authorization to submit grant applications for transportation projects, including the Leach Road bridge in the Town of Lyons
- Proposed renewal of the Sodus Point concession stand lease with Joshua Jerome
The Public Works Committee approved several actions, including a one-time $19,780 payment to Wayne County Soil & Water Conservation District for moving dredging material from East Bay Channel, and extending a contract with Barton & Loguidice for the Crescent Beach Project, which came in under budget by about $900K. All votes were 3-0. The committee also authorized submitting transportation projects, closing completed projects, creating highway projects, renewing a concession stand contract, establishing building maintenance charges, amending a Trane service agreement, entering a project development agreement for HVAC replacement, awarding contracts for fire training facility modifications, and awarding term contracts for electrical and mechanical services.
- Approved $19,780 payment to Soil & Water for East Bay dredging material move (3-0)
- Approved extending Barton & Loguidice contract for Crescent Beach Project (3-0)
- Approved submitting transportation projects to Genesee Transportation Council (3-0)
- Approved closing completed construction projects and amending 2024 budget (3-0)
- Approved creating highway department projects for winter work (3-0)
- Approved renewing concession stand contract with Joshua Jerome for 2025 (3-0)
- Approved amending Trane service agreement and entering HVAC project agreement (3-0)
- Approved awarding contracts for fire training facility modifications and term contracts for electrical/mechanical services (3-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a local law changing salaries of certain county officers for 2025 and on the 2025 tentative budget. Following hearings, the board will consider adopting the local law, levying taxes and assessments for town budgets, setting special district tax rates, allocating sales tax revenue, and adopting the 2025 county budget.
- Public hearing on Local Law providing for changes in salaries of certain county officers (2025)
- Public hearing on the 2025 Tentative Budget for Wayne County
- OB-1: Adoption of Local Law for salary changes during term of office (2025)
- OB-2: Levying taxes and assessments for annual town budgets
- OB-5: Adoption of 2025 county budget and appropriations
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from coroners, probation, pre-trial services, district attorney, assigned counsel, public defender, sheriff, emergency management, fire coordinator, and EMS. The committee will vote on resolutions to authorize contracts for an additional appellate attorney ($157/hr, max $6,500), West Publishing legal research (multiple contracts), renewal of case management system support, a school resource officer agreement with Williamson Central School District, and several other equipment and service contracts.
- Authorize contract with appellate attorney Andrew DiPasquale ($157/hr, not to exceed $6,500, Jan 2025–Jan 2026)
- Authorize 36-month West Publishing contract for DA's office adding three licenses
- Authorize renewal of Assigned Counsel's West Publishing contract (3 years, $3,022.28/month, total $108,802.08)
- Authorize agreement with Williamson Central School District for one School Resource Officer
- Authorize award of bid to Benco Dental for replacement of dental chair at Wayne County Jail
Human Services Committee
The committee is considering several funding awards for youth programming, sports, and education. Members will also review contract amendments for the Family and Communities Together (FACT) program and various Department of Social Services agreements.
- Proposed $80,400 total for FACT program case management across 11 school districts
- Proposed Youth Development funding: $34,338 to Town of Marion and $15,000 to Family Counseling Services of the Finger Lakes
- Proposed Youth Sports and Education award of $22,416 to Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association
- Proposed Youth Team Sports award of $38,395 to Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association
- Appointment of Lucinda Trask to the Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board
Health & Medical Committee
The Health & Medical Services Committee is reviewing several proposals to expand staffing and funding for the Mental Health Department. This includes applying for federal grants for building renovations and utilizing opioid settlement funds for staff salaries.
- Application for Quarter 1 2025 Federal Appropriations Funds for Health Building renovations
- Use of opioid settlement funds to cover 50% of the cost for two employees starting January 2025
- Budget transfer of $120,000 from personal services to contractual expenses for a locum tenens psychiatrist
- Creation of a Secretary 1 position with a proposed rate of $21.08/hr
- Creation of a Part-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position at $125/hour, not to exceed $96,600 annually
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Governance Committee
The Governance Committees for the Wayne County IDA, WEDC, and WCCFDC are holding combined meetings. The bodies will discuss attendance policies, performance measures, and the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024 and September 11, 2024
- Discussion of Attendance Policy
- Review of Performance Measures
- Planning of 2025 Governance Committee Meetings
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed local law amending the mortgage recording tax and on a Community Development Block Grant vacant property clearance program. The board will consider numerous resolutions including IT infrastructure upgrades, school resource officer agreements with multiple districts, and various contracts for public works, health, and human services. The 2025 tentative county budget has been received and will be discussed.
- Public hearing on proposed local law amending the mortgage recording tax
- Authorization to accept $62,200 bid from SAIA Communications for two microwave network connections
- Authorization to purchase $163,958.22 cybersecurity software subscription from CDW Government LLC
- Authorization to sign school resource officer agreements with eight school districts
- Authorization to purchase underwater drone using grant funds for Sheriff's office
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss employee salaries. The board may also consider and act upon other matters as if in a regular session.
- Discussion of Wayne County employee salaries
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation will convene for a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive the fiscal officer's report, and hear project and executive director updates. No specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Fiscal Officer's Report
- Projects Update
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency is meeting to discuss initial Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) resolutions. The board will also review the fiscal officer's report and executive director's updates.
- Initial PILOT Resolution for 100 Dunn Road (Dependable Disposal and Morgan Rubbish Removal, Inc.)
- Initial PILOT Resolution for Westbury Lands, LLC (Westbury Lumber Company)
Finance Committee
The Wayne County Finance Committee will discuss and likely vote on a resolution to amend the local law imposing a mortgage recording tax, extending it for three years from January 1, 2025. The committee will also consider several information technology resolutions including awarding a $62,200 bid for microwave network connections, purchasing cybersecurity software for $163,958.22, and authorizing phone paging software. Other items include adopting revised minimum insurance standards, personnel reclassification, and entering executive session on a personnel matter.
- Resolution to adopt local law amending mortgage recording tax (extends $0.25 per $100 tax for three years starting January 1, 2025)
- Authorization to award bid to SAIA Communications for two microwave data network connections at $62,200
- Authorization to purchase Varonis cybersecurity software as a service from CDW Government at $54,652.74/year ($163,958.22 total over three years)
- Authorization to purchase phone paging software (no dollar amount specified)
- Authorization to adopt revised minimum insurance standards for contractual agreements
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing proposed salary schedules for the Board of Supervisors and the County Attorney. The body is also discussing an internship program and a digital imaging contract for the County Historian.
- Proposed 4% annual salary increase for Board of Supervisors and Chairman through 2026
- Proposed grade change for County Attorney from Grade 12 to Grade 13 effective January 1, 2025
- $5,000 contract amendment with Community Development Solutions for digital image uploading
- Proposal to implement an unpaid internship program for the Office of the County Historian
- Election update from the Board of Elections
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee is reviewing a grant application to address a blighted county-owned property in Lyons. The body is also considering a resolution to intervene in a NYS DEC application regarding the Seneca Meadows landfill expansion.
- Proposed CDBG grant application for up to $1 million for 165 Water St.
- Resolution urging NYS DEC to investigate impacts of Seneca Meadows, Inc. landfill expansion
- Request for Wayne County to be named an interested party in the Seneca Meadows landfill review
- Report on I love NY Matching Funds Grant application submitted October 25, 2024
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution calling on New York State to provide funding or exemptions for the Advanced Clean Truck Rule. The body is also deciding on several contract extensions, project closures, and the sale of surplus vehicles.
- Proposed resolution requesting the Governor pause the Advanced Clean Truck Rule or exempt municipal vehicles
- Authorization to sell 7 surplus vehicles at auction, including a 2000 International Bucket Truck and 1999 Mack Dump
- Closing of 4 construction projects on East Port Bay Rd. and Lakeside Rd., reallocating $478,075.09 to Highway Construction
- Proposed 2025 Chip Seal Projects 'A' ($280,000) and 'B' ($170,000)
- Authorization to award bids for the Savannah Patrol Barn replacement project
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will hear monthly reports from Emergency Management, Coroners, Probation, Pre-trial Services, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff, Fire Coordinator, and EMS. They will also vote on several resolutions including agreements with eight school districts for School Resource Officers, contracts for electronic monitoring and alcohol monitoring services, IT equipment upgrades using Discovery Grant funds, and a radio site project for Macedon.
- Authorize agreements with eight school districts for School Resource Officers (SROs) — Red Creek, North Rose-Wolcott, Wayne Central, Newark, Clyde-Savannah, Lyons, Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES, and Sodus Central
- Authorize three-year agreement with BUDDI US, LLC for GPS and alcohol-detecting ankle bracelet monitoring ($3.00–$6.75 per unit per day)
- Renew three-year Master Agency Agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems (SCRAM) for house arrest/alcohol monitoring ($1.65–$6.57 per unit per day)
- Authorize $5,791 in Discovery Grant funds to purchase upgraded IT equipment for the Grand Jury Room
- Authorize purchase of an underwater drone and installation of license plate reader equipment for the Sheriff's Office
Human Services Committee
The Wayne County Human Services Committee will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including authorizing an RFP for a veteran peer support program funded by $100,000, entering a transit subsidy agreement with RTS Wayne, contracting with CaseWorthy for a youth database, amending budgets for DSS cubicles and youth recreation, and creating a new Social Welfare Examiner position. The committee will also hear monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and the Department of Social Services.
- Authorization to issue RFP for PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Veteran Peer Support Program (funded by $100,000 from Office of Mental Health)
- Authorization to enter into Public Transit Route Subsidy Agreement with RTS Wayne ($59.41/hour; cancellation fees up to $200)
- Authorization to contract with CaseWorthy for a centralized database for Aging and Youth ($29,890 over 3 years; terminating Mon Ami contract)
- Authorization to amend DSS budget for purchase of cubicles at 77 Water Street ($32,483; $9,745 county cost)
- Authorization to create a new Social Welfare Examiner position in the Department of Social Services
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will discuss monthly reports from Mental Health, Nursing Home, and Public Health departments. They will vote on multiple authorizations including contracts for opioid settlement funding, drug testing supplies, and various service agreements. Also on the agenda is an appointment to the Mental Health Community Services Board and a budget amendment for DePaul Community Services.
- Contract with Delphi Rise for opioid settlement funding ($66,421)
- Contract with Wayne County Veterans Office for state aid pass-through ($26,739)
- Contract with TransMed Co for drug testing supplies (up to $9,900/year)
- Budget amendment for DePaul Community Services ($3,600 increase to $193,221)
- Appointment of Margaret Carey to Mental Health Community Services Board (through 2028)
Wayne County Planning Board
The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review referral actions. The agenda consists of procedural items and staff reports.
- Presentation of Referral Actions
IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees
The audit committees of the Wayne County Industrial Development Agency, Wayne Economic Development Corp., and Wayne County Civic Facility Development Corp. will meet jointly to approve previous minutes and review bi-annual financial reports. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions expected.
- Approval of March 26, 2024 minutes for all three entities
- Review of bi-annual financial report for each agency
- Scheduling next audit meeting for December 10, 2024
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation will consider approving meeting minutes, discuss a fee schedule, vote on a resolution to adopt proposed PAAA and PARIS budgets, and receive updates on projects and finances.
- Fee schedule discussion
- Resolution adopting proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets and authorizing submission to the ABO
- Fiscal Officer's Report
- Projects Update
Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)
The Wayne County Civic Facility Development Corporation will consider several governance resolutions, including updating its loan policy and adopting an internal control and finance policy. The board will also vote on a resolution to adopt proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets and authorize submission to the Authorities Budget Office. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of prior minutes and appointment of a new assistant secretary and records management officer.
- Resolution to update WCCFDC Loan Policy and Procedure Manual
- Resolution to adopt an Internal Control and Finance Policy
- Resolution adopting proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets and authorizing submission to the ABO
- Resolution authorizing new Assistant Secretary and Records Management Officer
- Approval of March 26, 2024 minutes
IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency, Wayne Economic Development Corp., and Wayne County Civic Facility Development Corp. will hold a joint finance committee meeting on October 22, 2024. The main business is reviewing and recommending the PAAA/PARIS budget to the respective boards. The WCIDA will also receive an update on PILOT billing and payments. The committees will approve minutes from March 26, 2024, and set the next meeting for December 10, 2024.
- Review and recommendation of PAAA/PARIS budget to boards
- Update on WCIDA PILOT billing and payments
- Approval of March 26, 2024 minutes for three entities
- Next finance meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will consider a resolution to adopt proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets and authorize their submission to the state Authorities Budget Office. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive reports from the fiscal officer and executive director.
- Resolution adopting proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets and authorizing submission to the ABO
- Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
- Fiscal Officer’s Report and Executive Director’s Updates
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider various department contracts, budget amendments, and personnel changes. Key items include setting a public hearing date for the 2025 tentative budget and a proposed local law regarding the mortgage recording tax.
- Proposed purchase of the Health Services Building on Nye Road, Lyons from the Town of Lyons
- 3-year lease agreement with Lucas64 Rentals, LLC for homeless housing at 2 Broad Street totaling $243,336
- Authorization to close Wayne County Public Health's Article 36 Licensed Home Care Services Agency
- Proposed new Coroner’s Fee Schedule for body removal and transportation services
- Contract for consultant services for the Joy Road Bridge Rehabilitation Project in Sodus
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting on October 10, 2024. The primary item is discussion of Resolution 510-24, which would authorize a request for proposals for a salary study covering managerial and confidential plan titles, with the option to include additional titles under a collective bargaining agreement. The board may also consider any other matters brought forward.
- Resolution 510-24: Request for Proposals to Conduct a Salary Study of Managerial and Confidential Plan Covered Titles (option to include additional collective bargaining titles)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing several authorizations, including the purchase of a county building from the Town of Lyons and a public hearing for a mortgage recording tax. The body is also discussing the 2025 tentative budget and various departmental reports.
- Authorization to negotiate and purchase the Public Health Services Building on Nye Road for $5.3 million
- Public hearing scheduled for November 19, 2024, regarding a local law to amend the mortgage recording tax
- Authorization to set a public hearing date for the 2025 WC Tentative Budget
- Authorization to piggyback on a Broome County bid for laser printer and fax toner cartridges
- Agreement with Bruckner Tillett Rossi Cahill & Associates for complex commercial IOV
Government Operations Committee
This meeting of the Wayne County Government Operations Committee includes updates from the county administrator, grants coordinator on school safety grants and 2025 planning, and a GIS report. The committee will consider resolutions to appoint a member to the Board of Ethics, amend the Board of Elections 2024 budget by transferring $70,000 from poll worker personnel to election expenses, and abolish an Account Clerk position to recreate a Personnel Clerk with a $20,690.58 budget amendment.
- Authorization to appoint Kerry VanAuken to the Wayne County Board of Ethics through 2029
- Resolution to transfer $70,000 from Board of Elections Poll Worker line to Election Expense line for contractual costs
- Resolution to abolish Account Clerk and recreate Personnel Clerk in Human Resources, transferring $20,690.58
- Update on school safety grant and 2025 planning for grant applications
- GIS report includes zoning map reviews, shoreline committee, broadband nearing 25% benchmark, and 911 CAD project updates
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development & Planning Committee is discussing tourism grant applications and broadband service expansion. The body is proposing a public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant and a contract for a solid waste management plan.
- Proposed public hearing on November 19, 2024, for CDBG Vacant Property Clearance Program regarding 165 Water Street in Lyons
- Application for 2025 NYS Tourism Matching Grant Program with a county share of $172,500 and state share of $172,500
- Authorization to release an RFP for broadband service to former Rural Digital Opportunity Fund locations
- Authorization to contract with Barton and Loguidice for the completion of a Solid Waste Management Plan
- Designation of Christine Worth as the 2025 Tourism Promotion Agent
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will hear updates from Weights and Measures, Soil and Water Conservation, and a REDI update. They will consider 14 resolutions including authorizing 2025 snow and ice control contracts with towns, extending tree and stump removal contracts with Split Rite Tree Service ($25,000 and $15,000), transferring and declaring surplus vehicles, amending the Central Garage budget, and other administrative items.
- Authorize 2025 county/town snow and ice control contracts on county highways
- Extend tree removal contract with Split Rite Tree Service for one year at $25,000
- Extend stump removal contract with Split Rite Tree Service for one year at $15,000
- Declare two vehicles surplus (2009 Ford Cargo Van, 2014 Ford Taurus) for auction and transfer a 2018 Dodge Caravan from DSS to Sheriff
- Amend 2024 Central Garage budget by $18,000 for tire purchases
Public Safety Committee
The Wayne County Public Safety Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive monthly reports from multiple departments, and consider several resolutions. Key actions include adopting a new coroner's fee schedule for body removal at $475, contracting with a pathologist and a diener, authorizing a 5-year software license agreement with Catalis for $74,397.59, and applying for a $750,000 family defense grant. The committee will also discuss EMS contracts, a new EMT-Logistics Coordinator position, and amendments to budgets.
- Adoption of $475 fee for body removal and transportation by funeral homes, effective Jan 1, 2025
- Authorize contract with Dr. William Dean for pathologist services at $770 per autopsy
- Authorize contract with Paul Harkness for diener services at $125 per deceased body
- 5-year software license with Catalis, Courts and Land Records for $74,397.59 total
- Authorization to apply for Fourth Family Defense Quality Improvement Grant up to $750,000 over three years
Health & Medical Committee
The committee is reviewing contract renewals and budget amendments for the Mental Health, Nursing Home, and Public Health departments. Key items include adjusting funding for community providers and securing psychiatric staffing.
- Proposed $68,042 budget amendment for Mental Health community providers including ARC of Wayne County and Catholic Family Center
- Proposed contract renewal for Donna Fladd, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, at $125/hour (total $172,800)
- Proposed $126,000 annual salary for a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Proposed contract renewal for Patricia McKinny for record auditing at $12 per record (max $17,000)
- Proposed closure of Public Health’s Article 36 Licensed Home Care Services Agency
Human Services Committee
The Human Services Committee will hear monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and the Department of Social Services. The committee will vote on four resolutions: amending the Lyons Community Center Youth Team Sports contract with an additional $8,045, authorizing a part-time temporary social welfare examiner for DSS, authorizing intern placement contracts for DSS, and signing a 3-year lease agreement for emergency housing at 2 Broad Street.
- Amend Lyons Community Center Youth Team Sports contract with additional $8,045 (total $27,649.52)
- Authorize part-time temporary social welfare examiner at cost of $11,000 ($3,300 county cost)
- Authorize intern placements at DSS at $20/hour for up to 10 weeks ($5,000 total, $1,500 county cost)
- Authorize 3-year lease with Lucas Dobbins dba Lucas64 Rentals, LLC for emergency housing at 2 Broad Street, total $243,336 ($72,984 county cost)
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, receive board communications, and discuss referral actions. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or public hearings are detailed on the agenda. The meeting is in person with no virtual option.
- Presentation and vote on referral actions (no specifics listed in agenda)
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) board will meet to approve the August 27 meeting minutes, vote on a resolution to appoint a new assistant secretary and records management officer, and discuss governance updates including a board confidential survey, policy manual changes, and a fee schedule. The board will also consider an updated internal control and finance policy, receive reports from the fiscal officer and executive director, and review project updates.
- Resolution authorizing new assistant secretary and records management officer
- Resolution to update WEDC policies and procedure manuals
- Fee schedule review and potential changes
- Resolution to approve updated internal control and finance policy and accounting and finance procedure manual
- Projects update from executive director
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will discuss governance updates and financial procedures. The board is considering resolutions regarding reinvestment funding for maturing CDs and the appointment of a new Assistant Secretary and Records Management Officer.
- Resolution for new Assistant Secretary and Records Management Officer
- Review of WCIDA Fee Schedule
- Updated Internal Control and Finance Policy and Accounting and Finance Procedure Manual
- Resolutions for reinvestment funding of maturing CDs
The WCIDA board approved the August meeting minutes, authorized Katherina Dawson as Assistant Secretary and Records Management Officer, adopted an Internal Control and Finance Policy, and approved reinvesting two maturing CDs into new accounts at Lyons National Bank. The board also discussed but did not finalize changes to the PILOT fee schedule, deferring decisions to the next meeting.
- Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes (all approved)
- Authorized Katherina Dawson as Assistant Secretary and Records Management Officer (all approved)
- Adopted Internal Control and Finance Policy (all approved)
- Approved reinvestment of CD *9744 (~$105,344) into 6-month CD at LNB at 4.80% APY (all approved)
- Approved reinvestment of CD *3850 (~$214,208) into 12-month CD at LNB at 4.70% APY (all approved)
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss the repeal of Local Law 9-2023 regarding taxes on hotels, motels, and seasonal rentals. The body is also addressing county tax equalization rates for 2025 and various public safety and health service contracts.
- Public hearing on repealing Local Law 9-2023 (Hotel, Motel, and Seasonal Rental Tax)
- Awarding a bid to Hypertec USA, Inc. for HPE server equipment for $43,610.32
- Establishing 2025 County Tax equalization rates for 15 towns
- Accepting backup bids for tax auction lots: Lot #6 ($13,000) and Lot #15 ($7,000)
- Authorization to create and fill EMT positions for Wayne County EMS
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Governance Committee
The WCIDA, WEDC, and WCCFDC governance committees will meet jointly to discuss and potentially approve fee schedules, a board confidential survey, and internal control and finance policies. The WEDC committee also will consider loan terms. All three committees will approve minutes from February 2024.
- Fee schedule review (all committees)
- Board confidential survey discussion (all committees)
- Internal Control and Finance Policy and Accounting and Finance Procedure Manual (all committees)
- Loan terms (WEDC only)
- Approval of minutes from February 27, 2024 (all committees)
Finance Committee
The Wayne County Finance Committee will review departmental reports and vote on several resolutions including purchases for IT equipment, tax auction lot bids, and fund transfers. A key discussion item is the county tax levy for the upcoming year.
- Discussion of the 2025 county tax levy
- Authorization to purchase backup broadband for Lyons Ambulance Base from Spectrum for $130/month (36-month term, total $4,779)
- Award bid for HPE server equipment to Hypertec USA for $43,610.32
- Accepting second bids for Tax Auction Lot #6 and Lot #15
- Authorization to establish policy against online tax foreclosure auctions
The Wayne County Finance Committee approved all transmittals on the agenda, including creating EMT positions, contracting for a radio console, purchasing a replacement drone, and amending several budgets. The committee also approved a resolution to transfer approximately $689,000 from the H Fund to the A Fund for the Humane Society's capital project, with a follow-up resolution expected later. All votes were 4-0 except for the revised managerial pay plan, which passed 3-1.
- Approved creating EMT positions for Wayne County EMS (4-0)
- Approved contracting with Finger Lakes Communications for radio console (4-0)
- Approved purchasing replacement drone with grant funds (4-0)
- Approved transferring $689,000 from H Fund to A Fund for Humane Society (4-0)
- Approved revised managerial pay plan (3-1)
- Approved rejecting bids for countertops at Nursing Home (4-0)
- Approved establishing policy against online tax foreclosure auctions (4-0)
- Approved executing lease agreement with Town of Lyons (4-0)
Government Operations Committee
The Wayne County Government Operations Committee will consider authorizing a $2 million self-insured workers' compensation premium-equivalent plan for 2025, along with multiple contracts and policy updates. Items include a three-year, $158,598 data services contract for the Board of Elections, an extension of a $26,316 absentee postage grant, and a new LexisNexis legal research agreement. The committee will also discuss HR policies such as a lactation accommodation policy, a revised managerial pay plan, and the appointment of a selection committee for a new HR director.
- Authorization of 2025 workers' comp premium-equivalents totaling $2,000,000, with county cost $1,240,025
- Three-year contract with NTS Data Services for Board of Elections at $52,865.95/year ($158,597.85 total)
- Extension of absentee postage grant (C004622) for $26,316.43 through March 2025
- Purchase of GIS office desk and chair for $1,750 via budget adjustment
- Adoption of a Lactation Accommodation Policy and revised Managerial Confidential Pay Plan
The Government Operations Committee approved all transmittals presented, including creating EMT positions, setting salaries for assistant district attorneys, and various personnel changes. They also discussed a potential funding resolution for the Humane Society's new facility and received updates on elections, GIS, and other departments.
- Approved authorization to create and fill EMT positions for Wayne County EMS (5-0)
- Approved authorization to create and set salary for full-time Assistant District Attorney (5-0)
- Approved authorization to create a full-time Assistant District Attorney position (5-0)
- Approved authorization to abolish one full-time RN and create one part-time RN position (5-0)
- Approved authorization to abolish one part-time physician and create one part-time psychiatric nurse practitioner position (5-0)
- Approved authorization to set salary for full-time staff psychiatrist (5-0)
- Approved authorization for DSS to use county logo for foster parent recruitment (5-0)
- Approved authorization to execute agreement with NTS Data Services for BOE maintenance (5-0)
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The committee will review monthly progress reports from the Tourism and Economic Development and Planning departments. The agenda includes a 2025 budget committee report for tourism.
- 2025 Budget committee report for Tourism
- August 2024 Tourism progress report
- August 2024 Economic Development and Planning monthly report
- Cooperative Extension update regarding Master Gardner Leader Laurie VanNostrand
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing several infrastructure and equipment requests, including a budget amendment for vehicles and building repairs. The body is also discussing easements for a highway project and contract updates for county services.
- Proposed $510,000 budget amendment for a 10-wheel dump truck, used bucket truck, and 1-ton patrol truck
- Authorization to advertise bids for replacing stairs and landing at the County Clerk's building (9 Pearl Street)
- Proposed $12,145 contract with Drapery Industries Inc. for Hall of Justice window shades (100% reimbursed)
- Proposed $1,725 contract increase for Advance Hood Cleaning Solutions at the County Nursing Home
- Request to increase the change order threshold for Phase 2 EMS building projects from $10,000 to $50,000
The Wayne County Public Works Committee approved seven transmittals, including authorizations for highway equipment budget amendments, permanent easements, EMS building project change orders, a contract amendment, bid advertising for the County Clerk's building stair replacement, a window shades agreement, and an RG&E application. Updates were provided on Weights and Measures, Soil and Water Conservation, and Public Works projects, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved amendment to 2024 Highway Equipment Budget for new equipment (5-0)
- Approved authorization to obtain permanent easements for highway project (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Resolution 232-24 for EMS Building Projects change orders (5-0)
- Approved contract amendment with Advance Hood Cleaning Solutions (5-0)
- Approved authorization to advertise for bids for exterior stair replacement at County Clerk's Building (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Drapery Industries for window shades in Hall of Justice (5-0)
- Approved application with Rochester Gas and Electric for customer-owned equipment electric service (5-0)
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will discuss monthly reports from the Coroner, Probation, Pre-trial Services, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff, Emergency Management, and EMS. The committee will vote on several resolutions, including creating two new full-time Assistant District Attorney positions, purchasing a drone with grant funds, and hiring new EMTs.
- Authorization to create and fill a full-time Assistant District Attorney position in 2024 with a salary of $83,022, funded by state grants
- Authorization to create another full-time Assistant District Attorney position effective January 2025, salary set by experience
- Authorization to use $22,230 in Discovery Grant funds for IT equipment (laptops, printers, hotspots) for the District Attorney's Office
- Authorization to purchase a Matrice 30T drone for $26,022.60 using DCJS Law Enforcement Technology grant funds at no county cost
- Authorization to create and fill EMT positions for Wayne County EMS
The Public Safety Committee approved several transmittals, including creating and setting salaries for a full-time Assistant District Attorney and a full-time District Attorney position, using grant funds for DA office IT equipment, purchasing a replacement drone and uniforms for the Sheriff's Office, contracting for a radio console, issuing a change order for the records management system, and creating/filling EMT positions. All approvals were 4-0. The committee also received monthly updates from various departments, including the Coroner's Office, Probation, Pre-trial Services, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management, and EMS.
- Approved authorization to create and set salary for full-time Assistant District Attorney (4-0)
- Approved authorization to create full-time District Attorney position (4-0)
- Approved use of Discovery Grant funds for DA office IT equipment (4-0)
- Approved purchase of replacement drone with grant funds and budget amendment (4-0)
- Approved purchase of uniforms for 911 Communications Division and budget amendment (4-0)
- Approved out-of-state travel for Radiological Officer to NREP meeting in Charlotte, NC (4-0)
- Approved contract with Finger Lakes Communications for radio console (4-0)
- Approved change order for records management system archive portion (4-0)
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will vote on several Mental Health Department personnel changes, including replacing a part-time physician with a psychiatric nurse practitioner, abolishing a vacant Mental Health Activity Aide, and authorizing a $45,232 state aid pass-through to ARC of Wayne. The committee will also consider multiple Nursing Home contracts for fire safety training, social work, and an electronic medical record system. Monthly reports from Mental Health, Nursing Home, and Public Health departments are also on the agenda.
- Pass-through of $45,232 in OPWDD state aid to ARC of Wayne for prior years
- Abolish full-time RN and create part-time RN position ($37,353 cost)
- Set salary for full-time staff psychiatrist at $283,585
- Contract with Russell Phillips & Associates for fire safety training ($21,138 over 3 years)
- Award RFP for Electronic Medical Record and Financial System (vendor not named)
The Health and Medical Services Committee approved all 13 transmittals presented, including authorizations for mental health staffing changes, nursing home contracts and equipment, and a public health resolution amendment. The committee also discussed a proposal to bring therapy services in-house at the nursing home, which they supported, with implementation targeted for 2026. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved pass-through of prior years' state aid to Arc of Wayne (5-0)
- Approved abolishing one full-time RN and creating one part-time RN (5-0)
- Approved abolishing one Mental Health Activity Aide position (5-0)
- Approved abolishing one part-time physician and creating one part-time psychiatric nurse practitioner (5-0)
- Approved setting salary for full-time staff psychiatrist (5-0)
- Approved contract with Russell Phillips & Associates for fire safety training (5-0)
- Approved extension of social work services contract (5-0)
- Approved award of RFP 018-24 for electronic medical record and financial system (5-0)
Human Services Committee
The committee will vote on several resolutions, including a $5 million agreement with Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Facility for foster care placements, a revised contract with Children's Home of Wyoming Conference for non-secure detention, and acceptance of NYS OTDA funds for Wayne Behavioral. They will also discuss a possible application to operate the NY Connects program in Seneca County, with a proposed $257,000 budget, and authorize the 2024-2027 Plan for Aging Services and reappointments to the Youth Board.
- Authorization of agreement with Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Facility for foster care services, up to $5,000,000 (county cost $1,900,000)
- Rescission of Resolution 326-24 and authorization of new agreement with Children's Home of Wyoming Conference for non-secure detention
- Discussion of possible application to operate NY Connects program in Seneca County (proposed $257,000 budget)
- Authorization to submit 2024-2027 Plan for Aging Services and 2024-25 Aging Services Budget to NYS Office for Aging
- Authorization to remove Kyra Yon and reappoint Deb DeRue, Laurie McFaul-Frey, and Susan VanAcker to the Wayne County Youth Board
The Human Services Committee approved the 2024-2027 Plan for Aging Services and the 2024-2025 Aging Services Budget, as well as the removal and reappointment of Youth Board members. It also approved several social services actions, including a youth placement in Florida, agreements with residential treatment facilities, and acceptance of state funds for intensive case management. The committee discussed but did not decide on a proposal to take over Seneca County's NY Connects program, recommending instead that Seneca County apply for funding and contract with Wayne County.
- Approved 2024-2027 Plan for Aging Services and 2024-2025 Aging Services Budget (5-0)
- Approved removal and reappointment of Youth Board members (5-0)
- Approved placement of a youth at a residential facility in Tequesta, FL (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Facility (5-0)
- Approved rescinding Resolution 326-24 and authorizing agreement with Children's Home of Wyoming Conference (5-0)
- Approved accepting funds from NYS OTDA and agreement with Wayne Behavioral Health Network (5-0)
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will hold its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, board communications, and a presentation and vote on referral actions. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Board communications
- Presentation and vote on referral actions (specifics not detailed)
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency is meeting to discuss responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP). The board may select a preferred developer and authorize a 90-day notice (PAAA).
- Selection of preferred developer
- Authorization of 90-day notice (PAAA)
- Discussion on RFP responses
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation holds a regular board meeting to approve prior minutes, receive fiscal and project updates, and may schedule a motion to enter executive session. No specific resolutions or funding decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Possible motion to enter executive session
- Approval of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Fiscal Officer's Report
- Projects Update from Executive Director
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a local law to amend the longevity payment schedule for non-elected county officers and managerial/confidential employees not subject to collective bargaining. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions including contracts for social services, health department renewals, public safety equipment purchases, and nursing home rate setting. Other actions include budget amendments, tax foreclosure surplus distribution, and setting a date for a future public hearing on repealing the hotel/motel tax.
- Public hearing on local law to amend longevity payment schedule for non-elected county officers and managerial/confidential employees
- Authorization to contract with 11 school districts for FACT program at $78,000 total for 2024-2025 school year
- Authorization to amend budget for purchase of cubicles for Department of Social Services at $17,115
- Authorization to set 2025 private pay room rates at Wayne County Nursing Home
- Authorization to purchase radio infrastructure equipment and establish temporary communications site in Macedon for public safety radio network
Finance Committee
The Wayne County Finance Committee will consider several resolutions, including creating a full-time Computer Services Assistant position to support the Board of Elections, authorizing participation in the PEPPM national purchasing cooperative, and setting a public hearing to repeal Local Law 9 of 2023. Monthly reports from IT, purchasing, real property tax, and the treasurer will also be reviewed.
- Authorization to create a full-time Computer Services Assistant position ($17,358) for IT to support Board of Elections
- Authorization for Wayne County to join PEPPM National Purchasing Cooperative
- Authorization to contract with Systems East for treasurer's office
- Authorization to transfer property to previous owner
- Set date for public hearing to repeal Local Law 9 of 2023
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will consider three transmittals: correcting contract dates for Tyler Imaging Systems, amending the Public Defender pay plan to keep salary at $134,710 and change pay grade by local law, and authorizing an RFP for a tax filing consultant. The committee will also receive monthly reports from the County Administrator, County Attorney, GIS Manager, County Clerk, and Human Resources Director.
- Authorization to amend Resolution #300-24 to correct Tyler Imaging Systems contract dates to July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
- Amendment to Resolution #398-24: Public Defender salary remains at $134,710 for 2024; pay grade changes from Grade 11 to Grade 12 effective January 1, 2025 via local law
- Authorization to release RFP for a consultant specializing in state and federal tax filings
- GIS Manager report: zoning project kick-off, coastal resilience project, broadband committee complications
- County Clerk transmittal: second quarter 2024 report
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee will hear monthly reports from Tourism, Cooperative Extension, and Economic Development. The committee will consider two resolutions: a $445 additional appropriation to the Wayne County Historical Society for travel expenses, and authorization to contract with RTS Bus for an Agricultural Development Board tour at up to $250.
- Authorization to appropriate $445 to Wayne County Historical Society for travel to NYS Tourism Excellence Awards
- Authorization to contract with RTS Bus for Ag Development Board tour, cost up to $250
- Tourism Director Christine Worth provides July 2024 progress report
- Budget update from Management Assistant Brian Sams
- Meeting includes reports from Cooperative Extension and Cornell Vegetable Program
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss and forward several resolutions to the Board of Supervisors, including creating a full-time cleaner position, extending code enforcement contracts to five years, and authorizing contracts for soil remediation and vehicle surplus. A licensing agreement with Heidelberg Materials for temporary use of land on Quarry Road and a piggyback contract with VanBortel Ford are also on the agenda. The committee will receive monthly reports from Weights and Measures and Soil and Water Conservation, and discuss a dental lab lease at the Health Services Building.
- Authorization to abolish one part-time cleaner and create one full-time cleaner (Grade 2) in the Buildings and Grounds Department
- Authorization to allow up to a five-year contract term for Code Enforcement Services
- Authorization to sign a licensing agreement with Heidelberg Materials Northeast-NY, LLC for temporary use of 0.7 acres on Quarry Road at no cost
- Authorization to extend agreement with Lu Engineers for soil remediation at the Highway Department at a cost not to exceed $27,323.50
- Authorization to declare three vehicles surplus (2008 Ford bus, 2008 Ford van, 1997 Ford armored vehicle) for auction or scrap
Public Safety Committee
The committee receives monthly reports from county public safety departments and votes on multiple resolutions including creating a new part-time special patrol deputy position, purchasing 15 rifles, setting a salary for a new Second ADA, advancing a radio system upgrade, and accepting grant funds. They will also discuss a fire services agreement request and the status of the EMS Coordinator position.
- Create Part-Time Special Patrol Deputy title in Sheriff's Office
- Purchase 15 replacement ERT rifles for Sheriff's Office
- Set salary for Second Assistant District Attorney at $125,529
- Authorize radio system upgrade study and equipment purchase
- Accept $108,275.97 grant for Victim/Witness Services from NYS Office of Victim Services
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will hear monthly reports from mental health, nursing home, and public health departments, and consider multiple resolutions. Key decisions include authorizing $3,961,811 in 2025 contracts for 12 community mental health providers, approving $84,062 in opioid settlement funding to the Council on Alcoholism, and authorizing a $12,483.73 memory care door project at the nursing home. The committee will also vote on amending a patient reminder service contract, extending a pharmacy contract, and setting 2025 nursing home room rates.
- Renewal of 2025 contracts with 12 community mental health providers totaling $3,961,811
- Amendment to contract with Council on Alcoholism of the Finger Lakes for $84,062 in opioid settlement funds
- Authorization for $12,483.73 memory care door replacement project with Kelley Bros, LLC
- Extension of pharmaceutical services contract with HealthDirect Institutional Pharmacy for 2025
- Setting 2025 private pay room rates at the Wayne County Nursing Home
Human Services Committee
The Human Services Committee will hear monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and Department of Social Services, and receive a budget update. They will consider several resolutions, including authorizing contracts with Wayne County school districts for the FACT program totaling $78,000, setting a public hearing for the Child and Family Services Plan, and approving contracts with Lexis Nexis and Thomson Reuters.
- Authorization for Aging and Youth to contract with 11 school districts for FACT program services, total $78,000 (e.g., NR/Wolcott $12,000, Clyde-Savannah $6,000)
- Authorization to set a public hearing on September 17, 2024 for the County Child and Family Services Plan
- Authorization to execute a three-year contract with Lexis Nexis for public records search at a cost of $17,604 ($5,281 county share)
- Authorization to amend the 2024 budget by $17,115 to purchase cubicles for DSS at 77 Water Street ($5,133 county cost)
- Authorization to renew a three-year contract with Thomson Reuters (West Company) for enhanced search access at $13,686.84 ($4,105 county share)
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will hold a mostly procedural meeting, including approval of prior minutes and board communications. The main substantive item is a presentation and vote on referral actions, though no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Presentation and vote on referral actions (no specific projects named)
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will meet to approve minutes from its June 25 meeting and vote on two microburst grants. The board will also receive fiscal and executive director reports and hear project updates.
- Resolution to authorize a microburst grant to Sweet Daisy’s Bakery LLC
- Resolution to authorize a microburst grant to Cino Noir
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency holds its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider approval of June meeting minutes, hear the fiscal officer's report, and receive updates from the executive director. No specific projects, rezonings, or financial decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes
- Fiscal officer's report (no figures provided)
- Executive director's updates
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Loan Review Committee
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation Loan Review Committee is meeting to review loan applications. The committee will discuss requests from Sweet Daisy’s Bakery and Cino Noir Coffee.
- Loan review for Sweet Daisy’s Bakery (Rachel Michaels)
- Loan review for Cino Noir Coffee (Benjamin Chatfield)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on accepting bids from the June 20 real property tax auction, standardizing network equipment to Cambium Networks, awarding a countywide vending machine contract to Geneva Club Vending, hiring a temporary tax service aide, and numerous other items including budget amendments, grants, and policy changes. A public hearing will be held on 2024 Community Development Block Grant applications.
- Accepting 13 real property tax auction bids totaling $377,500 (Resolution 1-3)
- Awarding 3-year vending machine contract to Geneva Club Vending (35% commission) (Resolution 1-2)
- Standardizing county canopy point-to-point network technology to Cambium Networks (Resolution 1-1)
- Authorizing agreement with Axon Enterprise for Probation Department (Resolution 2-2)
- Setting public hearing date for local law amending longevity payment schedule (Resolution 5-3)
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Governance Committee
The combined meetings for the WCIDA, WEDC, and WCCFDC Governance Committees scheduled for July 15, 2024, were canceled due to a lack of quorum.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing resolutions for IT equipment standardization and a new countywide vending contract. The meeting also covers monthly reports from the Auditor, Purchasing, and Real Property Tax departments.
- Resolution to standardize network technology to Cambium Networks equipment
- Contract award to Geneva Club Vending for countywide services
- Acceptance of bids from the June 20 Real Property Tax auction
- Authorization to hire a temporary Assistant Real Property Tax Service Aide
- June purchasing activity totaling $620,949.39 in purchase orders
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development & Planning Committee will review the June 2024 tourism progress report and year-end financial reviews. The committee is also considering a $6,000 billboard advertising agreement and a contract extension for the County Solid Waste Management Plan.
- Authorization of a billboard advertising agreement with Lamar Advertising up to $6,000
- Contract extension with Barton & Loguidice D.P.C for the County Solid Waste Management Plan
- Reappropriation of $16,474.96 in unspent funds for solid waste management services
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing several items including vehicle reassignments and surplus declarations. Proposed actions include increasing Central Garage billing rates for 2025 and expanding the budget for the Quarry Road Paving project. The committee also reviewed a $67,500 agreement for construction administration services at the new Highway Patrol Barn.
- $75,000 budget increase for Quarry Rd. Paving Project using CHIPS funds
- $67,500 supplemental agreement with Bergmann for Highway Patrol Barn services
- $17,087 settlement to dispose of a damaged 2018 Ford Explorer
- Increase Central Garage billing rates to $55/hour for County and $65/hour for non-County agencies
- Authorization to declare various engine, transmission, and tire parts as surplus
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing administrative updates, including changes to the county's pay structure and professional licensure verification. The meeting also addresses modifications to the Wayne County Compliance Plan and Ethics Policy. Additionally, the committee will review a contract modification for language interpretation services.
- Modification of Cyracom Language Services contract with a $10 monthly fee per department plus per-minute rates
- New requirement for monthly professional licensure validation in relevant departments
- Updates to the Wayne County Compliance Plan and Ethics Policy regarding report distribution
- Proposed changes to MC Structure Update and Pay Plan Rates, including grade increases for certain legal positions
- GIS updates regarding aerial imagery services and a new GPS unit for parks and trails data collection
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee is reviewing monthly reports from several county departments. The committee will consider accepting two DCJS grants and approving a contract for new Taser devices for the Probation Department.
- Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Taser devices up to $27,298.80
- Acceptance of $171,640 Discovery Grant from DCJS
- Acceptance of $171,640 Supplemental Aid to Defense Grant from DCJS
- 36-month contract with Westlaw Publishing for legal research access
- Student internship agreement with Roberts Wesleyan College
Human Services Committee
The committee will review monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and Department of Social Services. Members will also consider a resolution to authorize a contract with Home Space Corporation for foster care placement services. Additionally, the committee will conduct a year-end financial review.
- Authorization of agreement with Home Space Corporation for foster care services up to $5,000,000
- Monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and Department of Social Services
- Year-end financial review by the Management Assistant
Health & Medical Committee
The Health & Medical Committee is reviewing a $110,000 budget transfer to cover New York State forensic hospitalization costs. The committee is also considering nursing home door replacements and cable service rate increases. Additionally, they are reviewing the acceptance of a public health fellow at no cost to the county.
- $110,000 budget amendment for NYS Forensic Hospitalization costs
- Annual rate increase adjustment for nursing home cable services
- Bidding authorization for Wayne County Nursing Home rehab entrance doors
- Acceptance of a New York State Public Health Corps Fellow at no cost
Wayne County Planning Board
The meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and meeting guidelines. The board will also review staff overviews and representative presentations regarding referral actions for discussion and vote.
- Presentation of referral actions
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation will meet on June 25, 2024. The agenda includes a resolution to update the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Policies and Procedure Manual.
- Resolution to update the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Policies and Procedure Manual
- Fiscal Officer’s Report
- Projects Update
- Executive Director Updates
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will review a project authorizing resolution for Indus East Union Street LLC. The board will also consider a sublease authorization for the Arcadia Community Solar LLC project.
- Project Authorizing Resolution - Indus East Union Street LLC
- Sublease authorization for Arcadia Community Solar LLC
- Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Fiscal Officer’s Report
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Loan Review Committee
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation Loan Review Committee will review items related to three specific entities. The meeting also includes introductions and a review of previous meeting minutes.
- Piney Woods LLC – Charity Wasielewski
- Scrumptchies By Nancy – Nancy Gent
- Country Luxe Co – Sophia Malchoff
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a tax on hotel, motel, or seasonal rentals and the 2025-2029 Capital Plan. The agenda also includes authorizations for various county contracts, grant applications, and personnel changes.
- Public hearing for a tax on Hotel, Motel, or Seasonal Rentals
- Adoption of the 2025-2029 Wayne County Capital Plan
- Agreement with Children's Home of Wyoming Conference (up to $82,125)
- Contract for DSS vehicle detailing (not to exceed $3,500)
- Application for NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning grants
Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2025-2029 Capital Plan and various departmental monthly reports. Proposed actions include authorizing new internet services for Nursing Home residents and a tax refund to avoid litigation. Members will also discuss changes to Countywide EMS accounting for 2025.
- Authorization of $15,012.00 for nursing home resident internet services
- Approval of a $7,653.20 tax refund to avoid potential litigation in Ontario
- Adoption of the 2025-2029 Capital Plan
- Purchase of Builder’s Risk Insurance for Ambulance substation projects
- Discussion on Countywide EMS Accounting changes for 2025
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will review monthly reports from several county departments and consider various resolutions. The committee is set to authorize a contract for zoning data digitization and establish standard workdays for specific officials. Additionally, members will authorize the appointment of a selection committee for the Director of Community Mental Health position.
- Contract award to Geographic Technologies Group for $79,925 for municipal zoning data digitization
- Establishment of standard workdays and reporting for certain elected and appointed officials
- Authorization to appoint a selection committee for the Director of Community Mental Health
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development & Planning Committee will review monthly reports from Tourism and Cooperative Extension. The committee is considering authorizations for a CDBG public hearing and a state smart growth grant application. Additionally, the committee will address appointments to the County Planning Board.
- Authorization of a July 16, 2024, public hearing for a CDBG application
- Application for $100,000 in NYS DOS Smart Growth grant funds with $100,000 in matching funds
- Appointment of Joseph Firendino and Michael Cramer to the County Planning Board
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing a $270,000 budget amendment for the Blind Sodus Bay REDI project to address erosion costs. The committee will also consider creating several new highway construction projects totaling $2,965,000. Other items include contract amendments for electrical work and emergency medical services inspections.
- $270,000 budget amendment for Blind Sodus Bay REDI project erosion costs
- $111,000 agreement with Graybar Electrical Company for sewer pump controllers
- Creation of highway construction projects totaling $2,965,000
- Contract amendment with Atlantic Testing Laboratories for four EMS sites
- Extension of Bergmann design services contract for Gananda Parkway
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee is reviewing monthly reports from several county agencies. Proposed actions include amending the jail medical services contract and restructuring Sheriff's Office accounting positions.
- Amend appeals attorney rates to $158 per hour
- Create a Principle Account Clerk position for the Sheriff’s Office
- Amend PrimeCare Medical contract with up to $150,000 annually for catastrophic costs
- Enter a five-year lease for a Pitney Bowes Postal Meter
- Appoint Patrick Bruton to the Technical Decon Team
Human Services Committee
The Wayne County Human Services Committee will review monthly reports from Veterans Service, Aging and Youth, and Social Services, and vote on four resolutions: amending a senior legal services contract rate, applying for federal youth homelessness grants, and approving contracts for vehicle detailing and juvenile detention services.
- Amend resolution 195-24 to increase senior legal services hourly rate from $60 to $100, annual cap $20,000
- Apply for Administration for Children and Families grants for runaway and homeless youth services
- Authorize $3,500 agreement with Ivan and Izacs for DSS vehicle detailing (2024)
- Authorize $82,125 agreement with Children's Home of Wyoming Conference for non-secure juvenile detention (7/1/24-12/31/25)
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will consider several contracts and resolutions for the Wayne County Nursing Home, including a free EpicCare Link referral platform with Rochester Regional Health, a five-year HVAC maintenance agreement with Daikin, and a contract for MDS consulting services. The committee will also review a contract for assistance with a Medicaid audit and two linen service agreements. Additionally, Public Health proposes abolishing a vacant registered nurse position.
- Authorization to enter into a free contract with Rochester Regional Health for EpicCare Link referral platform
- Five-year HVAC service agreement with Daikin Applied Americas, Inc. for $34,468
- Award RFP to BRIMS LLC dba Beacon Solutions Group for MDS consultant services at $148,580
- Contract with Bonadio & Co., LLP for OMIG audit assistance, not to exceed $19,000
- Linen service contract with NYSID/Bates Troy for $200,000 and one-month extension with Wayne ARC
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss a resolution for an attorney engagement letter and review a performance measures report. The meeting includes updates on current projects and a fiscal report including a 990 review.
- Resolution to execute attorney engagement letter
- Performance Measures Report/Analysis
- Fiscal Officer's 990 Review
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency is meeting to consider an authorizing resolution for a PILOT project involving Brightside 08, LLC and OptiPro Systems LLC, and to authorize applications for state grant programs. The board will also review performance measures, hear fiscal and executive reports, and may enter executive session. Most items are routine approvals and updates.
- Authorizing resolution for Brightside 08, LLC with OptiPro Systems LLC PILOT project
- Resolution authorizing application and planning funds for FAST NY Shovel-Ready Grant
- Resolution authorizing planning funds for Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant Program
- Authorizing engagement letter for attorney services
- Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will hold a public meeting to discuss and vote on referral actions, which are development proposals requiring board review. The agenda includes staff presentations, board discussion, and votes on these items. Other business and staff reports will also be covered.
- Presentation and vote on referral actions for development projects
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Board communications and staff reports
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider setting a June 18 public hearing to amend Local Law 9-2023, which imposes a 5% occupancy tax on hotel, motel, and short-term rental rooms, with an effective date of March 1, 2025. The agenda also includes dozens of routine authorizations for contracts, grants, personnel changes, and equipment purchases across county departments. A tabled resolution would accept a $18,100 quote from Deckard Technologies for short-term rental inventory and compliance services.
- Public hearing set for June 18 to amend Local Law 9-2023 on hotel/motel/short-term rental occupancy tax (5%)
- Authorization to accept $18,100 quote from Deckard Technologies for short-term rental inventory and compliance services
- Authorization to create and appoint an EMS Director and set salary
- Authorization to enter agreements with two school districts for Deputy Sheriff School Resource Officers
- Authorization to award bid for Wayne County Hall of Justice roof replacement project
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing several IT procurement requests and administrative updates. The body is also discussing the scheduling of a public hearing for the 2025-2029 Capital Plan and the financial impacts of the state budget on tax foreclosures.
- Proposed $96,693.75 three-year Cisco phone system software licensing renewal
- Proposed $33,792.00 three-year VMware server virtualization software subscription
- Proposed $6,500 conversion of IT common space into office space
- Authorization to set a public hearing date for the 2025-2029 Capital Plan
- Authorization to appoint a representative to the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will consider several resolutions, including a $75,000 single-source contract with Geographic Technologies Group for GIS policy and strategic plan maintenance, a $3,000 budget amendment for Board of Elections training, a $76,502 annual software maintenance agreement with Tyler Technologies, and a 4% wage increase for managerial and confidential employees in 2025. They will also discuss the GIS strategic plan, a proposed attorney work schedule, and updates from county departments.
- Authorize $75,000 single-source contract with Geographic Technologies Group for GIS governance and policy documentation
- Amend 2024 Board of Elections budget: transfer $3,000 from contracted services to training
- Authorize one-year agreement with Tyler Technologies for $76,502.35 annually, with 5% annual increases and four renewal options
- Renew maintenance agreement with Linstar for pistol permit card system
- Adopt 2025 Managerial and Confidential wage and salary ranges with 4.0% increase
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee is reviewing authorizations for planning board appointments and a state grant for water quality. The body is also discussing tourism reports and the proposed Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Corridor.
- Authorization to accept a $640,000 award from the NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation for septic system replacement grants
- Appointment of eight members to the Wayne County Planning Board from various towns
- Authorization to support the Regional ACT Work Ready Communities Initiative
- Discussion of a proposed 500-mile Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Corridor
- Proclamation designating May 19-23, 2024, as National Travel and Tourism Week
Public Works Committee
The Wayne County Public Works Committee will review several resolutions, including awarding a $424,000 contract for the Hall of Justice roof replacement, a $1.29 million supplemental agreement with NYSDOT for the Gananda Parkway project, and a $2.1 million budget amendment for additional CHIPS funding. They will also discuss the Crescent Beach REDI project, East Bay breech, Humane Society, and ATV use on county trails, and receive updates from Weights and Measures and the Soil and Water Conservation District.
- Award roof replacement bid to Spring Sheet Metal & Roofing, LLC for $424,000 at 54 Board Street, Lyons
- Approve $1,289,722 supplemental agreement with NYSDOT for Gananda Parkway preventative maintenance construction
- Amend 2024 roads budget by $2,100,172 for additional CHIPS, PAVE NY, EWR, and POP funding
- Authorize $21,321.70 three-year UPS maintenance agreement with Graybar Electrical Company
- Approve $7,250.34 proposal with NYSID for floor care services
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider authorizing the creation of a full-time EMS Director and appointing James Lee at a salary of $99,656. Other items include approving a contract with Keuka College for a probation intern, accepting a three-year $5.16 million state contract for indigent legal services, and authorizing several sheriff's office agreements for boat dockage, training facilities, and equipment purchases.
- Authorization to create EMS Director and appoint James Lee at $99,656/year
- Accept 3-year Hurrell-Harring contract for indigent legal services worth $5,161,693
- Authorize agreement with Oak Park Marina for free boat dockage for Sheriff's Marine Patrol
- Authorize agreement with Newark-Wayne Community Hospital for free training facility use
- Authorize bid award for unmanned aircraft and accessories for Sheriff's Office
Human Services Committee
The Human Services Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear monthly reports from Veterans Service, Aging and Youth, and Social Services, and vote on several contracts and resolutions. Key items include renewing meal service contracts with NYSID, authorizing agreements with child care institutions for foster care placements, and adjusting staffing at the Department of Social Services.
- Renew NYSID bulk food prep contract for senior lunch sites, $142,500 max, meal rate $8.34
- Renew NYSID home delivered meals contract, $443,700 max, meal rate $9.67
- Contract with Williamson Central School District for FACT program, $1,000
- Authorize agreements with House of Good Shepherd, Children's Home of Wyoming Conference, and Children's Home of Poughkeepsie for residential foster care, each up to $5,000,000
- Abolish one Audit Clerk and create one Senior Account Clerk at DSS
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee is considering several actions affecting the Wayne County Nursing Home, including creating new staff positions, extending contracts for medical billing and software, and purchasing a new dock leveler. The committee will also review monthly reports from Mental Health, Nursing Home, and Public Health departments, and consider extending a contract for locum tenens staffing services.
- Authorization to create 6 Supervising LPN positions and abolish 6 LPN positions at the Nursing Home, with a $160,000 budget amendment
- Authorization to create 5 full-time Resident Attendant positions at the Nursing Home, with an $85,000 budget amendment
- Authorization to extend contract with BRIMS/Beacon Solutions for medical billing consultation at $40,000 for one year
- Authorization to accept quote from ToyotaLift Northeast for a new dock leveler at the Nursing Home for $11,395
- Authorization to extend contract with Monroe & Weisbrod, LLC for locum tenens staffing through May 2027
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation is seeking a grant from RIT's NYSP2I program to update the county's Derelict Property Study. The board is also reviewing engagement letters for general and special legal counsel.
- Application for RIT's NYSP2I grant requesting up to $20,000 for a Derelict Property Study update
- Attorney engagement letter for Morell Law, PLLC (General Counsel) with attorney rates of $325/hour and paralegal rates of $175/hour
- Attorney engagement letter for Harris Beach, PLLC (Special Counsel) for transaction and bond counsel services
- Flat fee of $250.00 per board meeting for Morell Law, PLLC
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will discuss and potentially vote on two PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) projects, including an initial resolution for OptiPro Systems LLC. The board will also hear a presentation from GRE, authorize an attorney engagement letter, and receive reports from the fiscal officer and executive director.
- Discussion of Indus 434 East Union Street LLC PILOT Project
- Initial PILOT Project Resolution for OptiPro Systems LLC with Brightside 08, LLC
- Authorizing engagement letter for attorney services
- Fiscal Officer's Report by Jamie Corteville
- Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will meet in person on April 24, 2024, to discuss and vote on referral actions, along with routine business such as approving previous meeting minutes and hearing board communications.
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on dissolving the Department of Emergency Management Services and reorganizing county-wide emergency services, and on the eight-year review of Agricultural District No. 1. The board will also consider authorizing up to $5 million each in contracts with multiple child caring institutions for residential foster care placements, and approving a paving project on Gananda Parkway.
- Public hearing on dissolving the Wayne County Department of Emergency Management Services and rescinding Local Law 4-2012
- Public hearing on eight-year review of Agricultural District No. 1
- Authorization of up to $5,000,000 each for residential foster care contracts with The Children's Village, Cayuga Centers, William George Agency, Villa of Hope, St. Anne's Institute, Hillside Children's Center, Elmcrest Children's Center, and Northern Rivers Family Services
- Authorization to accept low bid from Northern Asphalt, LLC for the Gananda Parkway Paving Project
- Authorization to set date for public hearing to amend Local Law 9-2023 on hotel and motel room occupancy tax
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing bid awards and budget reallocations for Emergency Medical Services Phase 2 building projects in Rose, Sodus, and Walworth. The body is also considering a software agreement renewal and a public auction for real property.
- EMS Phase 2 building projects budget adjustments including $13,988,000 from Equipment & Other Cap Outlay
- Renewal of agreement with Visual Computer Solutions, Inc. for $7,665.73
- Proposed public auction sale of Real Property
- Authorization to set a public hearing date to amend local law 9-23
- Authorization to accept a quote from Deckard Technologies
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will hear monthly reports from county officials, including the county administrator, grants coordinator, compliance officer, county attorney, GIS manager, county clerk, and human resources director. The GIS manager will present an update on digitizing municipal zoning county-wide, with an RFP closing April 16, and a demo of the 'Where Do I Vote?' web application. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approve minutes from February meeting
- GIS RFP for digitizing municipal zoning county-wide, proposals due 4/16
- GIS 'Where Do I Vote?' web application demo
- County clerk first quarter financials report
- Compliance officer annual report
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee is reviewing the modification of Agricultural District 1 and its environmental impact. The body is also deciding on a printing contract for the 2024 travel guide and board appointments.
- Proposed contract with Dual Print and Mail for 40,000 travel guides at $17,387.77
- Resolution to approve the modification of Agricultural District 1
- SEQR determination for the modification of Agricultural District 1
- Proposed reappointment of James Brady and Tommy Mettler to the Regional Fish and Wildlife Management Board
- Presentation by Friends of Willow Park, Inc. regarding a proposed inclusive park in Sodus Point
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is meeting to approve several resolutions, including awarding a $1,289,722.89 paving contract for Gananda Parkway to Northern Asphalt, LLC, and authorizing a $520,000 construction management agreement with Watchdog Building Partners for EMS Phase 2. They will also consider budget amendments for tree removal and training, vehicle surplus and transfers, and various easements and service agreements. Discussions include CHIPS program funding, Crescent Beach REDI work, and Blind Sodus Bay pavement restoration.
- Award Gananda Parkway paving to Northern Asphalt, LLC for $1,289,722.89 (low bid)
- Agreement with Watchdog Building Partners for EMS Phase 2 construction management, $520,000
- Amend 2024 highway budget: $35,000 for tree debris grinding, $5,500 for training
- Declare 3 vehicles surplus for auction; transfer 3 vehicles between departments
- Obtain permanent easements for highway drainage and Sodus EMS force main
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider several personnel hires, including a full-time Assistant District Attorney at $88,978 and a full-time Assistant Public Defender at $100,071, both funded by state grants. The committee will also vote on carrying over balances for multiple Sheriff's Office grants (Stonegarden and SLETPP) and authorizing a School Resource Officer agreement with Williamson Central School District. Other items include a three-year contract renewal with Thomson Reuters for probation services and accepting a $495,423 state grant for indigent legal services.
- Authorization to hire a full-time Assistant District Attorney at $88,978
- Authorization to hire a full-time Assistant Public Defender at $100,071
- Carry over $10,832 balance for 2021 Stonegarden grant
- Authorize agreement with Williamson Central School District for a School Resource Officer
- Accept $495,423 state grant for Indigent Legal Services (ILS Distribution #14)
Human Services Committee
The Human Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including three contracts for residential foster care placements totaling up to $15 million, and renewals for meal programs. The committee will also review monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and the Department of Social Services.
- Authorize agreements with House of Good Shepherd, Children's Home of Wyoming Conference, and Children's Home of Poughkeepsie for residential foster care, each up to $5,000,000
- Renew NYSID contracts for bulk food preparation ($142,500) and home delivered meals ($443,700)
- Contract with Williamson Central School District for FACT program ($1,000)
- Subcontract with Child Care Council, Inc. for child care services ($147,794)
- Abolish one Audit Clerk and create one Senior Account Clerk position at DSS
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including extending a contract with Monroe & Weisbrod, LLC for mental health staffing through 2027, approving a $40,000 renewal for medical billing consulting at the nursing home, and authorizing a $11,395 dock leveler replacement. The committee will also vote on creating new nursing home positions and approving contracts for special education services for preschool children.
- Authorization to amend Resolution 75-24 and extend contract with Monroe & Weisbrod, LLC for mental health staffing through May 20, 2027
- Authorization to extend contract with BRIMS, LLC dba Beacon Solutions for medical billing consultation at $40,000 for one year
- Authorization to accept quote from ToyotaLift Northeast for dock leveler replacement at Wayne County Nursing Home for $11,395
- Authorization to abolish six LPN positions and create six Supervising LPN positions, with a $160,000 budget amendment
- Authorization to create five full-time Resident Attendant positions at the nursing home, with an $85,000 budget amendment
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board is meeting in person to discuss and vote on referral actions, which are the main substantive item on the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, board communications, and staff reports. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or ordinances are listed in the agenda text.
- Presentation of referral actions with staff overview and board discussion/vote
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Board communications and staff reports
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation is meeting to review financial audits and adopt a new policy for acquiring real estate. The body will also consider a resolution regarding loan signatures for Erik Graff.
- Resolution to adopt a Real Estate Property Acquisition Policy
- Resolution accepting Certified Financial Audit Report and Annual PARIS report
- Resolution authorizing signatures for loan from Life Insurance for Erik Graff
- Discussion of audit with EFPR
Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)
The Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation board will meet to approve minutes, appoint a new assistant secretary, accept the certified financial audit and PARIS report, and adopt a real estate property acquisition policy. They will also discuss the audit with EFPR, governance updates, a loan term, and receive reports from the fiscal officer and executive director.
- Resolution authorizing new assistant secretary and records management officer
- Resolution accepting certified financial audit report and annual PARIS report
- Resolution to adopt a real estate property acquisition policy
- WCCFDC loan term discussion
- Governance updates on fiduciary duties, confidential survey, NYS ABO training, and performance measures
IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees
The audit and finance committees of three Wayne County development agencies meet jointly to review the 2023 audit presentation from EFPR and recommend submission of annual reports to PARIS. They will also assess internal controls and discuss insurance updates and the WCIDA CD expiration. The meetings are largely procedural, with no major decisions or public actions listed.
- Audit presentation from EFPR for all three agencies
- Recommendation to submit 2023 annual report and certified financial report to PARIS
- Annual assessment of internal controls
- Discussion of WCIDA CD expiration and options
- Next joint meeting scheduled for October 22, 2024
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including an initial PILOT resolution for Indus East Union Street LLC, an audit discussion with EFPR, and adoption of a real estate property acquisition policy. The board will also accept the certified financial audit report and annual PARIS report, and approve investment funding.
- Initial PILOT Resolution – Indus East Union Street LLC
- Resolution Accepting Certified Financial Audit Report and Annual PARIS report
- Resolution to Adopt a Real Estate Property Acquisition Policy
- Resolution to Approve Investment Funding
- WCIDA Audit discussion with EFPR
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will consider over 40 resolutions, including contracts for broadband at highway barns, the 2024 County Fair, snowmobiles for the Sheriff's Office, and a public hearing on a CDBG Microenterprise Grant. A key item is setting a public hearing to reorganize county-wide emergency services and dissolve the Department of Emergency Management.
- Authorization to contract with Spectrum for broadband at two highway barns at $189/month for 36 months
- Authorization to award bid for two snowmobiles for Sheriff's Office at $23,525.87
- Authorization to set public hearing for local law reorganizing emergency services and dissolving Emergency Management Department
- Authorization to pay up to $750 in legal fees for land purchase for Wayne County EMS base in Walworth
- Authorization to execute contracts for 2024 Wayne County Fair booths for multiple departments
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing several authorizations for contracts, including broadband services for highway barns and medical supplies for the county nursing home. The body is also receiving monthly reports from the Auditor, Purchasing, and Treasurer's offices.
- Proposed $7,002 contract with Spectrum for broadband at Daansen and Geneva Roads highway barns
- Proposed contract with BVH Marketing for Medicare Part B supplies not to exceed $25,000
- Authorization for various county departments to rent booths for the 2024 Wayne County Fair
- Audit report showing $7,266,271.90 in invoices approved for February
- Report of $5,827,920.22 in total ARPA funds spent to date
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will discuss and vote on several personnel and contract items. Key proposals include abolishing the Fiscal Officer position and creating a Budget Analyst role in the County Administrator's Office, and authorizing a three-year, $175,500 contract renewal with ESRI for GIS software. The committee will also consider a no-cost amendment for Eagleview aerial imagery access, a $3,937.04 budget amendment for the Hoffman Foundation Grant, and a memorandum of agreement with unions regarding the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse.
- Abolish Fiscal Officer position and create Budget Analyst position in County Administrator's Office (no net budget impact)
- Authorize three-year renewal contract with ESRI for GIS software licensing and support, total cost $175,500
- Authorize contract with Geographic Technologies Group for as-needed GIS services, not to exceed $17,000
- Authorize carry-over of $3,937.04 in unspent Hoffman Foundation Grant funds for historical projects
- Authorize memorandum of agreement with unions for solar eclipse 2024, providing 4 hours of additional annual leave to essential staff working that day
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee is reviewing a resolution to endorse a capital project at the Williamson-Sodus Airport to make it eligible for state funding. The meeting also includes reports on tourism and an introduction to the Cooperative Extension.
- Proposed endorsement of 2022 Airport Sustainability Improvements at Williamson-Sodus Airport
- Planned airport project tasks: remove obstructions, T-hangar improvements, electric vehicle charger, and pavement rehabilitation
- Tourism report on Solar Eclipse preparations and event planning
- Discussion of a Visitor's Guide RFB with bid opening in early March
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review minutes and hear reports from Weights and Measures and Public Works. Action items include authorizing contracts for roadside spraying with Chase Enterprises ($17,691.26), roadside mowing agreements with five towns, a jail feasibility study with LaBella Associates ($23,500), and lawn care with AJ Lawncare ($26,250). The committee will also consider resolutions to declare surplus vehicles, create highway projects, accept state reimbursement for snow removal, and amend the highway budget.
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution to clarify that the elected Sheriff is included in county defense and indemnification laws. They will also discuss a proposal to dissolve the Department of Emergency Management Services and reorganize its functions under the County Administrator, Fire Coordinator, EMS, Sheriff's Office, and IT. Other items include authorizing the purchase of two snowmobiles for the Sheriff's Office at $23,525.87 and amending the pre-trial services contract to add $154,626 in state grant funds.
- Authorization to clarify term 'employee' in local laws to include elected Sheriff for defense and indemnification
- Authorization to set public hearing to dissolve Department of Emergency Management Services and rescind Local Law 4-2012
- Authorization to award bid to Bibbens Sales and Service for two snowmobiles at $23,525.87 for Sheriff's Office
- Authorization to amend Wayne Pre-Trial Services contract and 2024 budget by $154,626 from state grant
- Authorization to pay legal fees for land purchase in Town of Walworth and execute agreement for Macedon tower site
Human Services Committee
The Wayne County Human Services Committee will consider several contracts and budget amendments, including renewing a $100,000 contract with Clear Path for Veterans for peer counseling, signing the state youth services plan, renewing a senior transportation program contract, rolling over unspent stimulus funds, purchasing staff training, and contracting for personal care services. All items are up for discussion and potential approval.
- Renew Clear Path for Veterans contract for $100,000 (2024-04-01 to 2025-03-31) and amend 2024 budget
- Authorize signing OCFS Youth Services Resource Allocation Plan for 2023-24
- Renew Finger Lakes Community Action RSVP Senior Transportation contract for $11,581
- Roll over $158,441 unspent federal stimulus funds into 2024 Aging and Youth budget
- Purchase 180 training hours from Nevvon for $1,611 for Personal Care Aide staff
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including a $200,000 budget amendment for state forensic hospitalization costs, a three-year contract renewal with the University of Rochester for a psychiatric fellowship program, and a contract for automatic doors at the nursing home. The committee will also hear monthly reports from the Mental Health, Nursing Home, and Public Health departments.
- Authorization to amend the 2024 budget by $200,000 for New York State forensic hospitalization costs
- Renewal of a three-year contract with the University of Rochester for a forensic psychiatric fellowship program, costing $70,000 in year one
- Authorization to contract with Imperial Door Controls Inc. for $6,400 to install automatic doors at the Wayne County Nursing Home Pub area
- Authorization to amend the PointClickCare contract to add an eligibility verification package for $5,116.72
- Authorization to abolish one part-time assistant social worker and one full-time community mental health aide position, and create one full-time assistant social worker position
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will meet in person on February 28, 2024, to review five referral actions from local towns. These include a site plan for a liquor store in Lyons, a use variance for a residential conversion, a two-lot subdivision in Ontario, and a special permit and site plan for a wireless telecommunications facility in Rose. The board will discuss and vote on these items.
- Lyons: 0 Rt. 31 site plan for ~3,200 sq ft liquor store
- Lyons: 65 Geneva Street use variance for single-family to multi-family conversion
- Ontario: 2615 NYS Route 104 2-lot subdivision
- Rose: 9362 Wayne Center Road special permit for wireless telecommunications facility
- Rose: 9362 Wayne Center Road site plan for wireless telecommunications facility
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation is meeting to vote on a grant for Simply Equine, LLC and approve a Brownfield RLF Policies and Procedure Manual. The board will also discuss loan terms and governance updates.
- Microburst Grant to Simply Equine, LLC
- Brownfield RLF Policies and Procedure Manual approval
- Resolution for new Assistant Secretary and Records Management Officer
- Discussion on WEDC Loan Terms
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Governance Committee
The governance committees of the Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA), Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), and Wayne County Community Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC) will meet jointly to approve minutes from May 2023 and discuss a Real Property Acquisition Policy. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the policy review being the only substantive item.
- Approve minutes from May 2023
- Discuss Real Property Acquisition Policy
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board will vote on minutes, appoint a new assistant secretary and records management officer, and receive updates on governance, finances, and executive activities. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.
- Resolution authorizing new assistant secretary and records management officer
- Governance updates on fiduciary duties, performance measures, confidential survey, and NYSABO training
- Fiscal Officer's Report
- Executive Director's Updates
- Next meetings scheduled: Audit and Finance March 26, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.; Board Meeting March 26, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Loan Review Committee
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation Loan Review Committee is meeting to review a loan application from Simply Equine LLC, represented by Madelyn Simpleaar. The agenda also includes introductions, approval of previous meeting minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.
- Review of Simply Equine LLC loan application
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution opposing New York State Senate Bill S-00139B and Assembly Bill A-1358B. The board will also vote on dozens of routine contracts, including renewals for senior meal sites, highway projects, and public safety equipment purchases.
- Resolution opposing NYS bills S-00139B and A-1358B
- Authorization to create new positions at the Child Advocacy Center (Director, Assistant Director, Family Advocate)
- Authorization to purchase 2 replacement marked patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Office and amend the 2024 budget
- Authorization to award $46,860 in NYS Youth Team Sports funding to three local organizations
- Proposed local law to close certain county offices the day after Thanksgiving
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is considering several contract renewals and new service awards. The body is also discussing budget transfers for accounting software and the appointment of a business liaison.
- Insurance policy renewal with Eastern Shore Associates not to exceed $535,000
- MUNIS software maintenance renewal with Tyler Technologies not to exceed $299,000
- Award of RFP to Nawrocki Smith LLP for accounting manual development for $30,100
- Purchase of DebtBook software for GASB 96 implementation not to exceed $20,000
- Authorization to contract with Vanasse, Hangen, Brutlin, Inc. for support hours
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Governance Committee
Three Wayne County economic development boards (WEDC, WCIDA, WCCFDC) hold combined governance committee meetings at 9 Pearl Street, Lyons. They will approve past minutes, discuss performance goals, and the WEDC will specifically review Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund policies and a pre-application. The agenda is otherwise routine.
- Discuss and recommend Brownfield RLF policies, procedures, and pre-application (WEDC only)
- Approve minutes from May 2023 and November 2023
- Review performance goals and measures for all three boards
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will consider two resolutions: appointing Cadie A. Meehan as Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors for the remainder of 2024, and awarding a three-year Employee Assistance Program contract to Employee Services LLC at a cost of $21,266.28 for year one. The committee will also discuss employee arrival/departure documentation, election night reporting updates, and rules of order amendments.
- Authorization to appoint Cadie A. Meehan as Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors effective January 19, 2024
- Authorization to award EAP services contract to Employee Services LLC for $21,266.28 in year one, with two optional renewals
- Discussion of employee arrival/departure documentation procedures
- Board of Elections update on election night reporting, pre-staging poll sites, and petition/caucus season
- Discussion of proposed amendment to Rules of Order
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development and Planning Committee is reviewing several authorizations for tourism software, planning department staffing, and regional dredging funds. The body is also discussing grant extensions and appointments to various county boards.
- Contract with ITI Digital Inc. for a website events calendar totaling $11,000
- Creation of an Assistant Planner position ($26.30/hr) and abolition of a Senior Planner position
- Authorization of $12,500 for the Lake Ontario Regional Dredging Council
- Budget increase of $7,000 for University at Buffalo Graduate Studio site tours
- Public hearing on March 19, 2024, for the CDBG Microenterprise Grant Program
Public Works Committee
The Wayne County Public Works Committee is meeting to consider a series of resolutions authorizing new leases, service agreements, and construction contracts. These include renewing leases with the Historical Society and Humane Society, amending a Trane service agreement, and awarding contracts for various maintenance and design projects. The committee will also hear reports from Weights and Measures, Soil and Water Conservation, and Public Works.
- Renew 10-year lease with Wayne County Historical Society for the museum at 21 Butternut Street, Lyons
- Renew 10-year lease with Wayne County Humane Society at 1475 County House Road, Arcadia
- Amend Trane US Inc. service agreement, adding Hall of Justice maintenance, 2024 cost $55,534
- Award on-demand roof repair contract to Elmer W. Davis
- Authorize agreements for design work on South Centenary Road and Lyons Marengo Road culvert projects with Fisher Associates
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the Coroner, Probation, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff, and Emergency Services. The committee will vote on several resolutions, including purchasing a mortuary freezer for up to $20,000, authorizing the Sheriff to replace a totaled patrol vehicle, and entering into multiple agreements for EMS services and equipment. The agenda also includes a discussion of the Governor's proposed executive budget and a motion to enter executive session regarding real property.
- Authorization to purchase a mortuary freezer from Mortech Manufacturing for up to $20,000 and amend the 2024 Coroner budget
- Authorization for the Sheriff to obtain replacement marked patrol vehicles and amend the 2024 budget (insurance payout of $16,090; county cost of $53,810)
- Authorization to release and award an ambulance bid and transfer funds, and execute agreements for patient charting software and communications towers
- Authorization to appropriate $156,680 in 2023 DCJS Discovery Grant funding for the District Attorney and local police agencies
- Authorization to set a public hearing for a local law reorganizing emergency services and dissolving the Department of Emergency Management
Human Services Committee
The Wayne County Human Services Committee is meeting to approve minutes, consider appointments, and review monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and Social Services. The committee will vote on several resolutions, including renewing rental and meal site contracts, awarding youth team sports funding, applying for a HUD grant, and hiring lifeguards for Sodus Point Park.
- Renew rental agreement with Eidda, LLC for Sodus congregate meal site at $700/month ($8,400/year)
- Renew contract with Newark Emmanuel United Methodist Church for congregate meals at $5,500/year
- Award youth team sports contracts to Sodus Bay Junior Sailing ($15,205) and Newark Wahoos Swim Club ($12,050)
- Authorize hiring up to 15 lifeguards for Sodus Point Park with new pay rates (Director $21/hr, 1st year lifeguard $16.50/hr)
- Create three new full-time positions in Department of Social Services (Director, Assistant Director, Family Advocate/Education Specialist)
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will consider authorizing a $300,000 Request for Proposals for opioid-related programs using settlement funds, with a maximum of $100,000 per proposal. The committee will also vote on several nursing home contracts, including a $181,266 resident elopement system upgrade and a $20,000 respiratory equipment rental renewal. Other items include renewing locum tenens staffing contracts for mental health services and approving a legal collections agreement for the nursing home.
- Authorization to release RFP for opioid-related programs using $300,000 in opioid settlement funds
- Renewal of locum tenens contract with Monroe & Weisbrod, LLC ($25,000-$60,000) and Staff Care, Inc. (up to $25,000) for psychiatric staffing
- Acceptance of $181,266 proposal for nursing home resident elopement system upgrade and installation
- Extension of respiratory equipment rental contract with Northeast Medical Repairs, Inc. for $20,000
- Authorization to enter agreement with Underberg & Kessler, LLP for nursing home legal collection services
Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation is meeting to approve annual organizational resolutions and financial reports. The board will consider a grant for Hog and Hen Hospitality, LLC and a loan guarantor removal. The body will also review a county contract for shared services between agencies.
- Microburst Grant to Hog and Hen Hospitality, LLC
- Removal of personal guarantors on a specific loan
- County contract and shared services between agencies
- 2023 Annual Investment Report & Annual Procurement Report to NYS ABO/PARIS
- Loan loss calculation and 12/31/2023 adjustment
Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, welcoming a new member, and passing resolutions on annual organization, a county contract, official newspaper designation, bank signatories, and annual investment/procurement reports. The agenda is largely procedural with no major project decisions listed.
- Resolution to approve Annual Organization
- Resolution to Approve County Contract and Share Services between Agencies
- Resolution for WCIDA Official Newspaper Designation
- Resolution to Authorize Bank Signatories
- Resolution accepting 2023 Annual Investment and Procurement Report to NYS ABO/PARIS
Wayne County Planning Board
The Wayne County Planning Board will meet in person on January 24, 2024, to review four referral actions from the towns of Arcadia and Sodus. Items include a special use permit, use variance, and area variance for a multifamily project at 3001 & 3009 Ryder Road in Arcadia, and a special use permit and site plan for a wireless telecommunications facility at 7863 East Ridge Road in Sodus. The board will also handle routine business such as approving previous minutes and staff reports.
- Arcadia: Special use permit for multifamily housing in Agriculture Zoning District at 3001 & 3009 Ryder Road
- Arcadia: Use variance for more than one principal use per lot at same address
- Arcadia: Area variance for side yard setback (25 feet required) at same address
- Sodus: Special use permit and site plan for wireless telecommunications facility at 7863 East Ridge Road
Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)
The Wayne County Civic Facility Development Corporation board will meet to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, welcoming a new board member, and passing resolutions on contracts, bank signatories, and annual reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Resolution to approve county contract and share services between agencies
- Resolution to authorize bank signatories
- Resolution accepting 2023 annual investment and procurement reports to NYS ABO/PARIS
- Resolution approving loan loss provision
- Welcome Anthony Verno to the board
IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees
The combined audit and finance committees of the Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA), Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), and Wayne County Community Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC) are meeting to approve prior minutes, set 2024 meeting dates, and discuss annual reports and financial reviews. The finance committees will also discuss loan loss calculations for 2023. The meetings are largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Approval of December 13, 2023 minutes for audit and finance committees
- Discussion and recommendation of 2023 Annual Investment Report and Annual Procurement Report to PARIS for WCIDA, WEDC, and WCCFDC
- FY 2023 Annual Financial Review Report for each entity
- Discussion and recommendation of WEDC 2023 Loan Loss Calculation
- Discussion and recommendation of WCCFDC 2023 Loan Loss Calculation
IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Loan Review Committee
The Wayne Economic Development Corporation Loan Review Committee is meeting to review a loan application from Hog & Hen Hospitality LLC, owned by Meghan and Joe Lorenzetti. The agenda also includes introductions, approval of previous minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.
- Review of loan application from Hog & Hen Hospitality LLC (Meghan and Joe Lorenzetti)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on 40+ resolutions, including creating two EMS supervisor positions, establishing standby ambulance rates, and accepting $261,484 for school violence prevention and $299,907 for rural community policing grants. Other items cover historic document preservation, land bank appointments, and various budget amendments.
- Authorization to create and fill two EMS Supervisor positions and amend the 2024 budget
- Acceptance of $261,484 Stop School Violence Prevention Program Grant for school radio upgrades
- Acceptance of $299,907 Rural Community Policing Program Grant for a community policing officer
- Authorization to issue RFP for historic document preservation services
- Authorization to set chargeback rates for standby ambulance coverage ($50-$125/hour)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing appointments for the Wayne County Regional Land Bank Board of Directors. The body is also considering a request to solicit proposals for the preservation of historical documents that are too fragile to be scanned.
- Proposed appointment of Scott Johnson and James Brady, and re-appointment of Brian Pincelli and Roger Gallant to the Land Bank Board
- Proposed RFP for historic document preservation services
- Discussion of the Board of Elections budget
- Discussion of county-owned properties in the Ag District
- Report of $5,827,920.22 in total ARPA funds spent to date
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee will consider several resolutions, including creating two full-time election commissioner positions, reappointing a Board of Ethics member, setting a public hearing on closing county offices the day after Thanksgiving, and renewing insurance and HR consultant contracts. The meeting includes monthly reports and updates from county departments.
- Resolution to create two full-time election commissioner positions at $66,185 each, funded by a $94,000 budget amendment
- Resolution to reappoint Dennis Kehoe to the Board of Ethics through 2028
- Resolution to set a public hearing for a local law closing certain county offices the Friday after Thanksgiving
- Resolution to renew HR consultant contract with Public Sector HR Consultants LLC for $1,200
- Resolutions to renew excess employer's liability insurance ($35,000) and excess workers' compensation insurance ($320,863)
Economic Development & Planning Committee
The Economic Development & Planning Committee is reviewing several funding authorizations and contract extensions for 2024. Key proposals include administrative support for the IDA and the re-appropriation of various grant-funded project balances.
- Proposed $1,000,000 transfer from General Fund Balance to the Industrial Site Development Program
- Proposed $567,817 for Wayne County IDA, WEDC, and CFDC administrative support and special projects
- Proposed $10,000 cash match for a Genesee Transportation Council grant for a transload facility
- Contract extension for the former Butler Prison Market Study and REOI through April 30, 2024
- Re-appropriation of $447,602.50 for the Local Government Efficiency GIS Shared Services Project
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will consider several resolutions, including declaring five vehicles surplus for auction, selling 2.78 acres of surplus county property in Palmyra to an adjacent landowner, entering into an indemnification agreement with NYS DOT for hauling permits, and approving a $7,880 annual maintenance contract with Syracuse Time and Alarm. They will also appoint members to the Soil and Water Conservation District Board and hear monthly reports from Weights and Measures and Soil and Water Conservation.
- Declare 5 vehicles surplus for auction (1992 Ford E-250, 2014 Chevy Tahoe, 2017 Ford Interceptor, 2x 2018 Ford Interceptor Taurus)
- Sell 2.78 acres surplus property in Town of Palmyra to Mark Hetherley at $1,000/acre
- Approve $7,880 annual contract with Syracuse Time and Alarm for access control system maintenance
- Authorize indemnification agreement with NYS DOT for special hauling permits
- Appoint Lynn Chatfield, Peter Stoep, Mark Humbert to Soil & Water Conservation District Board
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider multiple resolutions including renewing the Public Defense Case Management System maintenance agreement for $1,000, contracting with Wayne Pre-Trial Services for adult diversion services at $33,237 per year, and signing agreements with Legal Assistance of Western New York for Family Court representation totaling $521,287. The committee will also vote on creating a part-time Assistant District Attorney position with a salary up to $56,945 and extending the Black Creek Integrated Systems agreement for jail software and security maintenance at $88,048.46.
- Authorization to renew Public Defense Case Management System maintenance agreement for $1,000
- Contract with Wayne Pre-Trial Services for adult diversion services at $33,237/year (total $99,713 over 3 years)
- Agreement with LAWNY for Family Court representation: $286,943.88 in 2024
- Create part-time Assistant District Attorney position with salary up to $56,945
- Extend Black Creek Integrated Systems agreement for jail software/security maintenance at $88,048.46
Health & Medical Committee
The Health and Medical Services Committee will consider several resolutions, including a new 60-month lease with Pitney-Bowes for a postage meter system at $613.14/month, rental agreements for ice/water dispensers and infusion pumps at the nursing home, and a contract renewal for medical oxygen services. The committee will also discuss monthly reports from the Mental Health, Nursing Home, and Public Health departments, and consider authorizing the Public Health Professional Advisory Committee to approve policies and procedures for 2024.
- Authorization to contract with Pitney-Bowes for a 60-month postage meter lease at $613.14/month ($36,788.40 total) for county departments in the Health Services Building
- Authorization to enter a 24-month rental agreement with Quench for four ice/water dispensers at $200/month per machine for the Wayne County Nursing Home
- Authorization to enter a 12-month rental agreement with Agiliti for four infusion pumps at $6.80/day per pump for the Wayne County Nursing Home
- Authorization to extend the medical oxygen services contract with Haun Welding Inc. for one year at $20,000
- Authorization to release a Request for Proposals for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Consulting Services to update the county's emergency plan
Board of Supervisors
This is the Board of Supervisors' annual organizational meeting. Members will elect a permanent chairperson, appoint a vice-chairperson, clerk, budget officer, and other officials for 2024. They will also adopt rules of order, designate official newspapers, and approve resolutions for county operations, including appointments of the county administrator, attorney, and public defender.
- Election of permanent chairperson and appointment of vice-chairperson for 2024
- Appointment of county administrator, county attorney, and public defender
- Adoption of Rules of Order for 2024 governing meeting procedures
- Designation of official newspapers for publishing legal notices and resolutions
- Authorization for county treasurer to transfer general funds when required
Human Services Committee
The Wayne County Human Services Committee will review monthly reports from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and the Department of Social Services, and vote on three resolutions to award youth programming contracts. The resolutions authorize contracts with the Town of Marion for youth development, Lyons Community Center for youth team sports, and Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association for youth sports and education, totaling $92,224 in proposed costs.
- Award $49,964 to Town of Marion for youth development programming (county cost $39,964)
- Award $19,605 to Lyons Community Center for youth team sports (fully state-reimbursed)
- Award $22,655 to Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association for youth sports and education (fully state-reimbursed)
- Veterans Service Agency update on distribution of surplus van funds to Legions and VFW
- Department of Social Services spotlight on Child Advocacy Center