Wyoming County public meetings in 2021

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved several contracts and grants, including a $79,328 contract with Axon Enterprise for body camera video storage and sharing, and an amended Motorola Solutions contract adding $1,288,406 for a backup 911 dispatch center. They also approved multiple DWI enforcement and indigent defense agreements, and authorized travel and equipment surplus. All votes were 7-0 with one absence.

• Approved Axon Enterprise body camera storage contract up to $79,328 (7-0)
• Amended Motorola Solutions contract adding $1,288,406 for backup 911 dispatch (7-0)
• Approved DWI enforcement MOUs with four police departments totaling $16,500 (7-0)
• Approved interdepartmental DWI program contracts totaling $122,000 (7-0)
• Approved indigent legal services grants and contracts totaling over $250,000 (7-0)
• Approved overnight travel for Emergency Services director to NYSEMA conference (7-0)
• Approved surplus of obsolete 911 UPS generator (7-0)
• Approved $13,268.90 appropriation from SHSP grant funds (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee met on December 30, 2021, to review highway and building maintenance items. The committee voted to authorize a professional services contract for the design of road rehabilitation work and to amend existing pest control and cleaning contracts. They also reviewed funding for a culvert replacement and discussed grading engineering firms for a regional project.

• Authorize contract with NYSDOT for CR 30 (Oatka Road and Lake Street) rehabilitation design, not to exceed $78,000
• Award bid to Stephen Stocking for deer removal at $95 per deer, effective 2022
• Amend pest control contract with Eco Serve Pest Services, increasing annual amount to $9,200
• Amend cleaning contract with T.C.C.T, Inc. to include 10 days of service, total not to exceed $86,585
• Report on Bridge NY funding for replacement of Perry Culvert #9 on Silver Spring Road

The Public Works Committee approved several contracts and amendments, including a $78,000 professional service contract with NYSDOT for scoping and design of CR 30 rehabilitation, a deer removal contract with Stephen Stocking at $95 per deer, and amendments to pest control and cleaning contracts. They also approved moving forward with plans to modify the county highway office building to house Buildings and Grounds personnel and bring it into ADA compliance. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved $78,000 NYSDOT contract for CR 30 scoping/design (9-0)
• Approved deer removal contract with Stephen Stocking at $95/deer (9-0)
• Amended Eco Serve pest control contract to $9,200/year, total $27,600 (9-0)
• Amended T.C.C.T. cleaning contract to add $1,400, total $86,585 (9-0)
• Approved $4,800 septic/sewer contract with WYCO Construction (9-0)
• Approved $10,000 access control installation at Ag Center with Linstar Inc (9-0)
• Approved moving forward with plans to modify county highway office building for Buildings and Grounds and ADA compliance (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Wyoming County Agriculture and Green Energy Committee met to review a final report for a New York State CAFO Storage and Transfer System Program project and a watershed protection contract. The committee also discussed the appointment of a new member to the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board to replace the late Augustus 'Gus' Youngers. Additionally, the committee noted that the NYS DEC Holiday Hunt will proceed as approved after the opt-out proposal was not adopted.

• Review of Final Report for a New York State CAFO Storage and Transfer System Program Project
• Review of FL/LOWPA Finger Lakes – Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance (Contract #C30539-1819)
• Appointment of a Farm Member to the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board to replace the late Augustus 'Gus' Youngers
• Confirmation that the NYS DEC Holiday Hunt will proceed as approved following the closure of the public comment period on November 14, 2021
• Update on the 10 Year Plan for County Forestlands

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee meeting on December 29, 2021, was largely informational, with no formal motions or votes recorded. Members reviewed reports on forestlands, soil and water projects, and heard updates from Cooperative Extension, Animal Control, and the Dairy Industry. The committee discussed a vacant Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board seat but did not make an appointment.

• No formal motions or votes taken during the meeting
• Reviewed 10-Year Plan Update for County Forestlands
• Reviewed final report for NYS CAFO Storage and Transfer System Program project
• Reviewed FL/LOWPA Finger Lakes – Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance contract
• Discussed vacant Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board seat (no appointment made)
• Noted DEC Holiday Hunt opt-out not approved; hunt proceeds as planned

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee approved a professional services contract with Clark Patterson Lee (CPL) Engineering for preliminary design and permitting of the Silver Lake Dredging Project Phase 3, not to exceed $65,000, effective January 1 through December 31, 2022. The committee also reappointed John Karasiewicz to the Wyoming County Planning Board for a three-year term. The meeting included extensive discussion on county facility space needs and maintenance issues, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $65,000 contract with CPL Engineering for Silver Lake Dredging Phase 3 design (8-0)
• Reappointed John Karasiewicz to Wyoming County Planning Board for 3-year term (7-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Health Committee is meeting to consider several contracts and grants, including a $135,526 contract with Camp Get-A-Way for camp and family support services. They will also review grant applications for COVID relief funding and opioid prevention, and make appointments to subcommittees. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Contract with Camp Get-A-Way for $135,526 for camp and family support services
• Contract with Suburban Adult Services, Inc. for $5,000 for janitorial services
• Grant application for $25,000 COVID relief for children's mental health services
• Grant application for $7,500 for opioid prevention activities
• Appointments to ASA, MH, and DD subcommittees

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Public Health Committee approved several contracts and grants, including a $135,526 contract with Camp Get-A-Way for camp and family support services, a $5,000 janitorial contract with SASi, and grant applications for COVID relief and opioid prevention. The committee also made appointments to ASA, MH, and DD subcommittees and discussed COVID-19 response, including testing positivity rates and mask mandate enforcement. All votes were 8-0 with one absence, except for the 2022 professional service contracts and MOUs which were 8-0 with Becker absent.

• Approved $135,526 contract with Camp Get-A-Way for camp and family support services (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved $5,000 janitorial contract with Suburban Adult Services, Inc. (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved grant application for $25,000 COVID emergency relief for children's system of care (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved grant application for $7,500 opioid prevention funding (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved appointments to ASA, MH, and DD subcommittees (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved grant application for $21,500 for Substance Abuse Prevention & Treatment Block Grant (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved 2022 professional service contracts over $5,000 (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved 2022 inter-departmental agreements/MOUs (8-0, Becker absent)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee approved a series of personnel actions, including filling positions in the County Attorney, Social Services, Public Defender, and Human Resources departments, and setting or amending salaries. The committee also approved a resolution allowing the County Clerk to accept $200,100 in mortgage tax retention from the State Tax Commission. All votes were unanimous among present members, with one member absent.

• Approved resolution to accept $200,100 mortgage tax retention (5-0)
• Approved amending Schedule G to increase County Attorney secretary stipend to $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved filling Assistant County Attorney position (5-0)
• Approved setting Assistant County Attorney salary at $57,500 (6-0)
• Approved $12,957.01 appropriation for unused benefit time (8-0)
• Approved amending contract with NYS Board of Elections for cybersecurity grant (8-0)
• Approved extending ESSVR software maintenance contract up to $6,000 (8-0)
• Approved creating/filling multiple Social Services and other positions (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee met on December 28, 2021, to review updates from Veterans Services, the Office for the Aging, the Youth Bureau, and the Department of Social Services. The agenda includes motions to approve or amend contracts for senior meal delivery, preschool related services, and fire safety inspections, as well as salary schedule amendments for Alzheimer's caregivers. Several social services position changes were listed for information only, with final action referred to the Finance Committee on January 4, 2022.

• Contract with Wyoming County Sheriff’s Dept for catered meals at $6.40 per meal, effective January 1, 2022
• Amended contract with Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter for a 6-month extension through June 30, 2022
• Salary schedule amendment setting Alzheimer Caregiver Coordinator pay at $22.98 per hour for 2022
• Contract with Wyoming Central School for preschool related services effective December 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024
• Contract with WCJW Radio for human trafficking awareness ads not to exceed $5,000.00

The Human Services Committee approved multiple resolutions, including appointments to the Office for the Aging Advisory Council, amended contracts for meal reimbursements and service extensions, and new professional service contracts for foster care, domestic violence services, and preschool services. The committee also approved salary schedule amendments for the Alzheimer Caregiver Coordinator and stipends for grant-funded positions. Several items were noted as FYI and referred to the Finance Committee, including the creation of four Social Services positions.

• Approved appointments of Dave George and Peter Pilc to Office for the Aging Advisory Council (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with NYS Office for the Aging extending end date to 08/31/22 (7-0)
• Approved amended revenue contract with WNY Integrated Care Collaborative with meal reimbursement increases (7-0)
• Approved contract with Wyoming County Sheriff's Dept for catered meals at $6.40/meal (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 contract with WCJW Radio for human trafficking awareness ads (7-0)
• Approved $105,000 contract with Villa of Hope for residential foster care services (7-0)
• Approved salary of $22.98/hr for Alzheimer Caregiver Coordinator for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved stipends for Deputy Director of OFA ($2,000) and Fiscal Officer I ($3,000) from ADCSI grant (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a special session to consider Resolution No. 21- regarding the levying of taxes and assessments. This resolution covers required budgets for water, sewer, and recycling fees across several towns.

• Resolution to levy taxes and assessments for the 2022 fiscal year
• Assessment of $3,082.56 for water in Castile
• Assessment of $1,819.66 for water in Java
• Assessment of $1,096.84 for water in Sheldon
• Assessment of $291.53 for water and $166.23 for sewer in Warsaw

The Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 21-592, levying taxes and assessments for the 2022 annual budgets of several towns in Wyoming County. The total levied amount is $6,456.82, covering water and sewer district charges for Castile, Java, Orangeville, Sheldon, and Warsaw. The resolution carried with 1139 ayes, no noes, and 460 absent votes, though some votes were not heard due to technical difficulties.

• Approved Resolution 21-592 levying $6,456.82 in town water/sewer taxes for 2022 (carried, 1139 ayes)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors met on December 14, 2021, to pass several resolutions regarding county administration. Key actions included appointing a new County Attorney, approving various committee appointments, and authorizing fund transfers for the Board of Elections and other departments.

• Appointed Jennifer M. Wilkinson, Esq. as County Attorney for a two-year term
• Authorized a contract with Mark H. Dadd Law Office, PLLC not to exceed $20,000.00
• Transferred $52,174.28 to the Board of Elections for IT/Communication equipment
• Appointed members to the Office for the Aging Advisory Council and Wyoming County Planning Board
• Apportioned 2022 election expenses totaling $28,858.00 across various towns

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors adopted the 2022 Equalization Table and levied taxes for the annual budgets of the county's towns, including general, highway, and special district funds. The board also approved numerous contracts, appointments, and fund transfers, and set a special meeting for December 17 to consider relevying water, sewer, and recycle fees.

• Adopted 2022 Equalization Table and town tax levies (Res. 21-567, 21-577)
• Appointed Jennifer M. Wilkinson as County Attorney for a 2-year term (14-3, Res. 21-528)
• Approved $11.3M in November 2021 bills
• Approved sale of surplus property at 75 North Main St., Castile for $30,500 (Res. 21-571)
• Reappointed Norman Effman as Public Defender for 2 years (Res. 21-566)
• Authorized contracts for mental health services totaling over $1.9M (Res. 21-542 through 21-550)
• Adopted Capital/Fixed Asset and Surplus Property Guidelines (Res. 21-572)
• Set special meeting for Dec. 17 on water/sewer/recycle fee relevy (Res. 21-580)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The committee met to discuss a resolution regarding the Committed Fund Real Property Public Safety. The agenda also included information on upcoming community events, including a tour of Grandview Terrace and a presentation regarding an Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park.

• Resolution regarding Committed Fund Real Property Public Safety

The Committee of the Whole discussed a resolution to establish a committed fund reserve for public safety, with initial discussion over the $250K amount. No formal vote was taken; the item was referred to the 12/30/21 Public Safety committee for guidelines and to Finance for the necessary amount. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Discussed $250K public safety reserve, no vote taken
• Referred public safety reserve to 12/30/21 Public Safety committee for guidelines
• Referred public safety reserve to Finance for necessary amount

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to decide on several financial actions, including approving professional service contracts for IT, financial advisory, and hospital services, as well as fund transfers and appropriations. They will also consider resolutions for tax levies, property sales, and tax cancellations. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Approve contract with Avenu Insights for County Clerk's Record Management System, not to exceed $31,200 (Jan 2022–Jun 2024)
• Approve contract with Fiscal Advisors for financial advisory services, not to exceed $50,000 (2022)
• Approve sale of property at 75 North Main St., Castile from tax auction
• Approve hospital contracts: digital marketing with Lyon Global ($79,750 Year 1), agency staffing with Aya Healthcare (up to $200,000/year), equipment maintenance with Getinge ($68,942 over 3 years), patient surveys with Press Ganey ($70,542 Year 1)
• Approve town revenue sharing resolution totaling $41,550.18

The Finance Committee approved multiple contracts, appropriations, and personnel actions, all with 8-0 votes (Leuer absent). Key approvals included a $31,200 contract with Avenu Insights for the County Clerk's Record Management System, a $96,000 contract amendment for conversion services, and a $50,000 financial advisory contract with Fiscal Advisors. The committee also approved several hospital-related contracts, including a $1.27 million anesthesia services agreement, and numerous position fills and salary schedule amendments.

• Approved $31,200 contract with Avenu Insights for County Clerk's Record Management System (8-0)
• Approved $96,000 contract amendment with Avenu Insights for conversion services (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 financial advisory contract with Fiscal Advisors (8-0)
• Approved $1,271,751/year anesthesia services contract with Novus Anesthesia Partners (8-0)
• Approved $200,000/year agency staffing agreement with Aya Healthcare (8-0)
• Approved $79,750 digital marketing contract with Lyon Global for hospital (8-0)
• Approved $2M due to/due from for hospital pending FEMA funding (8-0)
• Approved sale of 75 North Main St., Castile from tax auction (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a November work update, an ARPA funding request for highway equipment, and multiple professional service contracts. The committee will consider authorizing contracts for software support, tree removal, HVAC repairs, and an amended generator contract, as well as an appropriation for building supplies. Appointments to the Traffic Safety Board are also on the agenda.

• ARPA funding request for Wyoming County Highway equipment
• Contract with Tracker Software Corp for support/maintenance, not to exceed $4,406.00
• Contract with Eastman Tree Service for tree removal at $142.50/hour, not to exceed $16,000.00
• Amended contract with Key Power Systems, Inc. increasing amount from $10,510.00 to $15,500.00
• Appointments/reappointments to Traffic Safety Board for 3-year terms

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Works Committee approved four contracts and one budget appropriation. Approved were a $4,406 support contract with Tracker Software, a $16,000 tree removal contract with Marcy Electric, an amended HVAC contract with MJ Mechanical not to exceed $6,500, and an amended contract with Key Power Systems increasing the amount to $15,500. The committee also approved a $797.79 budget transfer for building supplies and reappointed four members to the Traffic Safety Board. All votes were 7-0 with two members absent.

• Approved annual support contract with Tracker Software Corp. not to exceed $4,406 (7-0)
• Approved tree removal contract with Marcy Electric not to exceed $16,000 (7-0)
• Approved amended HVAC service contract with MJ Mechanical not to exceed $6,500 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Key Power Systems increasing amount to $15,500 (7-0)
• Approved $797.79 budget transfer for building supplies (7-0)
• Reappointed four members to the Traffic Safety Board (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is discussing several professional service contracts for software maintenance and security. The body is also reviewing personnel fills for the Sheriff's office and jail kitchen, as well as a grant application for Canadian border law enforcement coordination.

• Grant application with NY State Homeland Security for Canadian border law enforcement coordination of at least $63,000.00
• Contract with EM Systems, Inc. for LEMS Records Management System support not to exceed $16,000.00
• Contract with Black Creek Integrated System Corp for jail management software maintenance not to exceed $20,927.00
• Contract with EM Systems, Inc. for CAD, AVL and Mobile Data System maintenance not to exceed $25,000.00
• Request to go out to bid for eight patrol vehicles

The Public Safety Committee approved a motion to go out to bid for eight patrol vehicles, with five in the regular budget and three to be purchased using ARPA funds. The committee also approved several contracts, including a $16,000 support and maintenance agreement with EM Systems for the LEMS Records Management System, and a $20,927 maintenance contract with Black Creek Integrated System Corp for jail management software. Multiple travel authorizations were approved for training conferences, and a grant application with NYS Homeland Security for Canadian border law enforcement cooperation was authorized.

• Approved going out to bid for eight patrol vehicles; five in regular budget, three using ARPA funds.
• Approved contract with EM Systems, Inc. for LEMS Records Management System support, not to exceed $16,000.
• Approved contract with Black Creek Integrated System Corp for jail management software maintenance, not to exceed $20,927.
• Approved travel authorization for Sheriff G. Rudolph to attend Winter Training Conference in Albany, Jan 17-20, 2022.
• Approved travel authorization for C. Reagan to attend Drug Recognition Expert School in Auburn, Dec 14-17, 2021.
• Approved travel authorization for S. West & I. Carrasquillo to attend C-Pass School Safety Training in Saratoga Springs, Feb 20-24, 2022.
• Approved grant application and acceptance with NYS Homeland Security for Canadian border cooperation, minimum $63,000.
• Approved procurement card for Deputy Vaughn S. Collingridge with a $500 credit limit.

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee will discuss a reappointment to the Seneca Trail RC&D Council, receive updates on forest management, animal control, and soil & water programs, and hear reports from various agricultural groups. The meeting is largely informational with one formal action item.

• Reappointment of Alan Fagan (Wyoming County Soil & Water) to Seneca Trail RC&D Council for a 3-year term (Jan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2024)
• Update on 10-year Forest Management Plan and timber sale on Poplar Tree Road
• Animal Control monthly updates for September and October 2021
• Review of Soil & Water Conservation District Fall 2021 newsletter and final report for NYS Agricultural Non-Point Source Pollution Abatement & Control Program (Round 22)
• General updates from Cooperative Extension and Dairy Industry

The Agriculture Committee approved the reappointment of a Seneca Trail RC&D Council member to a three-year term (2022-2024). The committee also voiced no objection to Animal Control Officer Goodell exploring a contract for Animal Shelter Services with the Town of Freedom. No other formal votes were recorded; remaining items were informational updates.

• Reappointed Seneca Trail RC&D Council member to 3-year term (8-0, Jacoby absent)
• No objection to Animal Control exploring contract for Animal Shelter Services with Town of Freedom

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee is meeting to consider multiple contracts and appointments for mental health and public health services. Key items include a $247,197 contract with Wyoming County Community Health System for mental health and substance abuse services, and several professional service contracts for mental health programs. The committee will also discuss creating COVID response specialist positions and other personnel actions.

• Contract with Wyoming County Community Health System for mental health/substance abuse services, up to $247,197
• Contract with Living Opportunities of DePaul for residential programs, up to $342,190
• Contract with Spectrum Human Services for mental health and substance use treatment, up to $559,573
• Lease agreement with Warsaw Property Management for Mental Health Dept. and Partners for Prevention, up to $145,102.31
• Create three COVID Response Specialist positions at $29.50/hour, funded by HRI grant

The Public Health Committee approved a series of professional service contracts for 2022, including a $247,197 contract with Wyoming County Community Health System for mental health and substance abuse services, and contracts with Living Opportunities of DePaul ($342,190), Peers Together of Wyoming County ($304,881), Hillside Children's Center ($129,975), Coordinated Care Services Inc. ($387,303), Arc GLOW ($56,349), Suburban Adult Services ($40,812), and Spectrum Human Services ($559,573). The committee also approved reappointments for the Community Services Board, Medical Director, and Board of Health, plus several budget transfers and a write-off of uncollectible family planning balances. All votes were unanimous, with Supervisor Berwanger absent for the first several items.

• Approved Community Services Board appointments: Kathy Blakeslee (community at large) and Kim Barber (agency rep), 4-year terms starting Jan 1, 2022 (8-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved $247,197 contract with Wyoming County Community Health System for mental health/substance abuse services, Jan-Dec 2022 (8-0)
• Approved 2022 contracts: Living Opportunities of DePaul ($342,190), Peers Together ($304,881), Hillside Children's Center ($129,975), CCSI ($387,303), Arc GLOW ($56,349), Suburban Adult Services ($40,812) (8-0 each)
• Approved $559,573 contract with Spectrum Human Services for mental health/substance use treatment, Jan-Dec 2021 (8-0)
• Approved $7,135.98 contract with WCJW for on-air PSAs for Partners for Prevention and Mental Health Dept., 2022 (9-0)
• Approved $145,102.31 lease with Warsaw Property Management for Mental Health Dept. and Partners for Prevention, 2022-2026 (9-0)
• Approved $2,360 one-time compensation for Director of Community Services for covering vacant Assistant Director position (9-0)
• Approved reappointments: Dr. Gregory Collins as Medical Director (2022) and Dr. Salman Abbasey to Board of Health (6-year term) (9-0 each)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to hear reports from the Industrial Development Agency, the Business Center, and the Planning & Development Department, and to consider a reappointment to the County Planning Board. They will also discuss the countywide zoning program, including a monthly report and a zoning consolidation grant update, and consider amending a contract for a postage machine lease.

• Reappointment of Robert Gadd to the Wyoming County Planning Board for a 3-year term (2022-2024)
• Amendment to Resolution 21-311: Correct contract with Quadient Leasing for postage machine lease ($165.41/month) and service plan ($57.00/month) for 63 months
• Update on Emkay Site Cleanup Project
• WCIDA and WCBAC 2021 Annual Report presentation
• Senior Planner reports on Broadband and 2020 Census Count Question Resolution

The Wyoming County Planning Committee approved a request from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to use unoccupied space in the Ag Center for social distancing during the recent COVID-19 rise, with a review after 3 months. The committee also approved the reappointment of Robert Gadd to the Wyoming County Planning Board for a three-year term. An amendment to Resolution No. 21-311 was approved to correct a contract with Quadient Leasing for a postage machine, including correcting the department name. All other agenda items were informational reports with no formal action taken.

• Approved NRCS use of unoccupied Ag Center space for social distancing, with review after 3 months (motion by Berwanger, 8 ayes).
• Approved reappointment of Robert Gadd to the Wyoming County Planning Board for a 3-year term (motion by Berwanger, 7 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 21-311 correcting the Quadient Leasing contract and department name (motion by Brunner, 7 ayes, 1 absent).
• Noted December committee meeting date will not be changed.
• Received reports on WCIDA/WCBAC annual report, Emkay Site Cleanup, broadband, and census—no action taken.
• Received updates on zoning consolidation grant and staffing—no action taken.
• Received final reports on 2020 electronics and hazardous waste collections—no action taken.
• Discussed facility tour findings—no action taken.

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board held a special session to consider the 2022 tentative budget and receive a budget message from Budget Officer J. Cook. The meeting included a public hearing regarding the proposed annual budget.

• Adoption of the 2022 tentative budget
• Authorization of a $24,721,914.00 tax levy

The Board of Supervisors held a special budget session and public hearing, then adopted the tentative 2022 county budget as the final budget. The budget requires a tax levy of $24,721,914.00, to be levied against taxable property in the county, effective January 1, 2022. No public comments were submitted. The resolution carried with 14 ayes, 1 no vote (Genesee Falls), and 1 absence (Castile).

• Adopted 2022 county budget with $24,721,914 tax levy (14-1, 1 absent)
• Closed public hearing on tentative 2022 budget (motion carried)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Human Resource Committee will consider creating and filling multiple county positions, amending salary schedules, and approving professional service contracts. The agenda includes COVID-19 response staffing, IT and sheriff's department hires, and contracts for legal and office space. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Create 3 COVID Response Specialist positions at $29.50/hr, funded by HRI grant
• Approve $4,800 annual contract with WNW Properties for County Attorney office space in Attica
• Approve legal services contracts: $5,000 for David H. Nelson, $20,000 for Mark H. Dadd Law Office
• Approve $28,858 apportionment for 2022 election expenses
• Fill positions in Health, IT, Sheriff, and Social Services departments

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee approved multiple personnel actions, including creating and filling positions, revising a position, and authorizing contracts, all with 8-0 votes (Supervisor Grant absent).

• Approved creating/filling three Health Department COVID Response positions (8-0, Grant absent)
• Approved setting Health Department Fiscal Administrator salary at $50,000 annually (8-0)
• Approved filling Public Health Water Resource Specialist position as per diem at $40,000-$45,000 (8-0)
• Approved filling IT Network Administrator position at $45,000-$60,000 (8-0)
• Approved filling Sheriff's Office Civil Deputy position (8-0)
• Approved $134.25 appropriation for County Historian office supplies (8-0)
• Approved 2022 election expenses allocation of $28,858 (8-0)
• Approved $5,000 contract with David L. Nelson for legal services (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several professional service contracts for respite care, legal services, and transportation. The agenda also includes various board reappointments and grant acceptance for Medicare outreach.

• Contract with Center for Elder Law and Justice for legal services up to $12,000
• Grant acceptance from NYS Office for the Aging for Medicare outreach ($16,292.00)
• Procurement card request for Veterans Services Director with a $500.00 limit
• Professional service contract with Corvus Bus for early intervention transportation
• Reappointments to the 2-1-1 Board and Office for the Aging Advisory Council

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular monthly meeting, addressing a consent agenda of 41 resolutions. Key actions include setting a public hearing date for the 2022 tentative county budget, approving various contracts and fund transfers, and proclaiming several awareness months. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed on YouTube.

• Resolution 38: Sets date for public hearing on 2022 tentative county budget
• Resolution 1: Transfers $5.78 million in highway funds to comply with CHIPS program guidelines
• Resolution 2: Appropriates $218,000 for ACS to Munis transition and $450,685.75 for 9-1-1 phone upgrades
• Resolution 11: Opposes NYS DEC holiday hunt regulation
• Resolution 20: Authorizes bid award and contract with Saia Communications for Emergency Services

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved a $1,830,712.50 contract with Saia Communications for the construction of three new public safety towers in the towns of Castile, Middlebury, and Wethersfield. The board also approved a $3.2M appropriation for the Schoellkopf Road Bridge Rehabilitation Project, awarded multiple cleaning and mowing contracts, and approved the sale of 27 foreclosed properties at public auction. The 2022 Equalization Table was presented and tabled for at least one day.

• Approved $1,830,712.50 contract with Saia Communications for 3 new public safety towers
• Appropriated $3,214,788.00 for Schoellkopf Road Bridge Rehabilitation Project (15-0, Java abstained)
• Approved property auction sales for 27 parcels totaling $1,083,229.00
• Approved cleaning contracts with Warren's Commercial Cleaning ($95,111) and T.C.C.T. ($103,093)
• Approved $43,200 3-year mowing contract with NOMAD Enterprises
• Approved $450,685.75 Frontier Communications 911 phone system upgrade contract
• Tabled 2022 Equalization Table for at least one day
• Set public hearing on 2022 tentative budget for November 30, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including appointing the highway superintendent as project manager for a bridge replacement, relevying unpaid school and village taxes, and receiving updates on Medicaid costs and hospital funding. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Resolution appointing County Highway Superintendent as Designating Project Manager for Schoellkopf Road over Cayuga Creek Bridge Replacement
• Update: weekly Medicaid wire reduced from $91,873 to $79,123, saving $240,453 for remainder of 2021
• Hospital to receive additional $965,593.50 in Nursing Home payments; county match of $422,929.95 wired 11/04/21
• Resolution to relevy unpaid school and village taxes against various towns
• Update: WCCHS gets $1.8 million; temporary reduction of capacity and services due to staff shortage

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution appointing the County Highway Superintendent as the Designating Project Manager and Responsible Local Official for the Schoellkopf Road over Cayuga Creek Bridge Replacement Project, with 15 ayes and 1 absent. They also approved the annual resolution to relevy unpaid school and village taxes against various towns, with 16 ayes. The board received updates on Medicaid wire reductions and hospital funding, and entered executive session to discuss a corporation's employment history.

• Appointed County Highway Superintendent as project manager for Schoellkopf Road bridge replacement (15-0, 1 absent)
• Approved relevy of unpaid school and village taxes (16-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss employment/performance history of a corporation (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial actions, including approving 2022 workers' compensation costs totaling $2,566,366, authorizing 2021 Medicare health insurance rates for retirees, and approving multiple professional service contracts for the county hospital. The agenda also includes budget transfers, appropriations, and a fee schedule update. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Approve 2022 Workers' Compensation costs totaling $2,566,366
• Authorize 2021 Medicare health insurance rates for retirees (increases 1.69%-3.76%)
• Approve contract with Mercury Networks for switches up to $18,777.69
• Approve amended contract with Tyler Technologies up to $41,200
• Approve hospital contracts: CFO recruitment up to $150,000, coding services up to $220,000/year, staffing up to $200,000/term

The Wyoming County Finance Committee approved numerous resolutions, including setting a public hearing for the 2022 budget, approving the sale of properties from the 2020 tax auction, and authorizing multiple hospital contracts. The committee also approved several budget transfers and appropriations, and reappointed Janis Cook as County Auditor. The 2022 tentative levy is $24,722,098, a 1.05% increase over 2021.

• Approved 2022 Workers' Compensation costs to participants, total budget $2,566,366 (8-0)
• Approved sale of properties from 10/28/2020 tax auction, est. $888,636.10 (8-0)
• Authorized hospital administrator to sign interim CFO recruitment contract with DCCS Consulting, not to exceed $150,000 (8-0)
• Authorized hospital administrator to sign coding services contract with NCB Medical Coding Specialists, not to exceed $220,000/year (8-0)
• Authorized hospital administrator to sign staffing agreements with Home Care Therapies, Tempositions, and Prolink Healthcare, each not to exceed $200,000/term (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Medicare health insurance rates for retirees, increases between 1.69% and 3.76% (8-0)
• Set public hearing to adopt 2022 budget on Nov 30 at 11:30 am (8-0)
• Reappointed Janis Cook as County Auditor for one-year term (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a supplemental agreement for the Schoellkopf Road Bridge rehabilitation and several cleaning and mowing contract awards. The committee is also reviewing budget transfers to comply with CHIPS program guidelines.

• Schoellkopf Road Bridge rehabilitation agreement not to exceed $3,214,788.00
• Cleaning services contract award for Warren’s Commercial Cleaning, Inc up to $95,111.00
• Cleaning services contract award for TCCT up to $103,093.00
• Mowing contract award for NOMAD Enterprises, Inc up to $43,200.00 over three years
• Budget transfer of $2,889,751.00 to Road Infrastructure CHIPS account

The Public Works Committee approved a $3,214,788 supplemental agreement with NYSDOT for the Schoellkopf Road Bridge rehabilitation, authorized three cleaning/mowing contracts, and approved several fund transfers and appropriations. All votes were 8-0 or 9-0 with one absence. The committee also approved a wall construction at the Ag Center to downsize Cornell and move the rebar business.

• Approved $3,214,788 NYSDOT supplemental agreement for Schoellkopf Road Bridge (8-0)
• Approved $95,111 cleaning contract with Warren's Commercial Cleaning (8-0)
• Approved $103,093 cleaning contract with TCCT (8-0)
• Approved $43,200 mowing contract with NOMAD Enterprises (8-0)
• Approved $2,889,751 CHIPS fund transfer (8-0)
• Approved $2,889,751 finance transfer (8-0)
• Approved three appropriations totaling $5,281.43 (8-0)
• Approved Ag Center wall construction (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors held a special session to adopt Local Law No. 2 of 2021, which continues the county mortgage recording tax at $0.25 per $100 of principal for three years, from December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2024. The law repeals and supersedes Local Law No. 8 of 2008. The agenda also lists upcoming committee meetings.

• Adopted Local Law No. 2, Year 2021: mortgage recording tax of $0.25 per $100, effective Dec. 1, 2021 – Nov. 30, 2024
• Repealed Local Law No. 8 of 2008 (non-retroactive)
• Public hearing held on Oct. 28, 2021, before adoption
• Tax revenue to be deposited in county general fund

The Board of Supervisors held a special session and adopted Local Law No. 2, Year 2021, which continues the county mortgage recording tax of 25 cents per $100 of principal for the period December 1, 2021 through November 30, 2024, and repeals the prior Local Law 8 of 2008. The vote was carried with 1078 ayes and 521 total weighted votes, with seven supervisors absent. The public hearing was closed before the vote.

• Adopted Local Law No. 2, Year 2021, continuing the 0.25% mortgage recording tax (Resolution 21-480)
• Closed the public hearing on the mortgage recording tax local law
• Repealed Local Law Number 8 of 2008, which previously imposed the mortgage recording tax

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing several high-value contracts for 911 infrastructure and public safety equipment. The meeting also covers personnel fills for the Sheriff's office and jail kitchen, as well as operational updates for the County Jail.

• Bid award to Saia Communication for three public safety towers in Castile, Middlebury, and Wethersfield not to exceed $1,830,712.50
• Contract with Frontier Communications for 911 phone system upgrades not to exceed $450,685.75
• Contract with Aluma Tower Company for a Cargo Trailer Tower not to exceed $110,344.83
• Grant acceptance from US Dept of Justice for bullet proof vests reimbursing 50% of cost not to exceed $8,000.00
• Proposed filling of a part-time Dispatcher position ($19.78 – $24.12 per hour) and a part-time Meal Deliverer position ($12.50 per hour)

The Public Safety Committee approved several major contracts and grants, including a $1.83M bid for construction of three new public safety towers in Castile, Middlebury, and Wethersfield, and a $450,685.75 contract with Frontier Communications for upgrading the 911 phone system. The committee also approved using ARPA funds for three patrol vehicles, a $110,344.83 cargo trailer tower purchase, and multiple travel authorizations and grant acceptances.

• Approved $1,830,712.50 contract with Saia Communication for three new public safety towers (7-0)
• Approved $450,685.75 contract with Frontier Communications for 911 phone system upgrade (7-0)
• Approved $110,344.83 contract with Aluma Tower Company for cargo trailer tower (7-0)
• Approved ARPA funds for three patrol vehicles, estimated $100,000 (7-0)
• Approved $3,500 land purchase from Jamie VanArsdale for 911 tower site (7-0)
• Approved $389,121 Hurrell-Harring grant acceptance for Public Defender (7-0)
• Approved $59,750 SHSP grant acceptance amendment (7-0)
• Approved multiple overnight travel authorizations for training and conferences (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing appointments and reappointments for the Wyoming County Planning Board. The agenda also includes reaffirming the Chamber of Commerce as the official tourism agency and discussing unpaid 2020 advertising bills.

• Appointments for Wyoming County Planning Board voting members and alternates
• Payment of $24.00 to Batavia Newspaper Corp and $70.14 to Neighbor to Neighbor News Inc for 2020 advertising
• Reaffirmation of Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce as Official County Tourism Agency for 2021-2025
• Proclamation of November 27, 2021, as Small Business Saturday
• Review of NYS DEC letter regarding wetland boundary delineation in the Town of Eagle

The Wyoming County Planning Committee approved the designation of the Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce as the Official County Tourism Agency for 2021-2025, reaffirming a five-year commitment. The committee also approved a proclamation declaring November 27, 2021 as Small Business Saturday. Additionally, the committee approved appointments to the Wyoming County Planning Board and approved payment of two advertising bills from 2020.

• Approved appointments to Wyoming County Planning Board (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved payment of $24.00 to Batavia Newspaper Corp and $70.14 to Neighbor to Neighbor News Inc for 2020 advertising bills (8-0)
• Approved designation of Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce as Official County Tourism Agency for 2021-2025 (8-0)
• Approved proclamation of November 27, 2021 as Small Business Saturday (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Wyoming County Agriculture and Green Energy Committees met to review departmental updates and sponsorship opportunities for agricultural organizations. The primary decision item involves a resolution opposing the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Holiday Hunt regulation, which was previously agreed to be revised to reflect total opposition. Several other agenda items, including soil, water, and conservation reports, had nothing to report.

• Resolution Office #30 to oppose NYS DEC Holiday Hunt regulation, to be submitted before Nov 14 public comment deadline
• NYS Ag Society 2022 membership options ranging from $40 individual to $400 lifetime
• NYS Ag Society Silver Sponsorship costing $500 for 2022
• Empire State Council of Agricultural Organizations sponsorship under consideration, with 2022 fees pending confirmation
• 189th Annual NYS Ag. Society Forum scheduled for Jan 6, 2022, at Syracuse OnCenter

The Agriculture Committee approved four items: a $40-$400 NYS Agricultural Society membership, attendance at the 189th Annual Forum on January 6, 2022, a $500 Silver Sponsor package, and attendance at the Empire State Council of Agricultural Organizations annual meeting. A resolution opposing the NYS DEC Holiday Hunt regulation was approved to be revised and submitted before the November 14 public comment deadline. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved NYS Ag Society 2022 membership (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved attendance at 189th Annual NYS Ag. Society Forum on Jan 6, 2022 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $500 Silver Sponsor for 2022 NYS Ag. Society Forum (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved attendance at Empire State Council of Agricultural Organizations annual meeting (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution opposing NYS DEC Holiday Hunt regulation, to be revised and submitted before Nov 14 (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several appropriations, a professional service contract, and the filling of a vacant Fiscal Administrator position. They will also review operational updates on COVID-19, the 2022 budget, and other departmental reports.

• Appropriation of $2,000 for Supported Housing (MH) and $2,045 for Misc MH Programs, both as State Aid Adjustments
• Professional service contract with Freed Maxick, Buffalo, NY, for Medicaid cost reports, not to exceed $5,850 annually plus direct expenses
• Declare 2012 Chevy Sonic (VIN #1G1JA5SH0C4147779) surplus and dispose of it, quoted salvage $5,558.50
• Appropriation of $17,000 for Lab Fees (water samples) from Public Health Fees revenue
• Transfer of $400 within Weights and Measures to cover Unused Benefit and Longevity overages

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee approved several financial and administrative items, including two mental health appropriations, a position fill for a Fiscal Administrator, a professional service contract with Freed Maxick, disposal of a totaled county vehicle, a lab fees appropriation, and a weights and measures transfer. The committee also received operational updates on COVID-19, the 2022 budget, and the Family Health Clinic closure.

• Approved $2,000 appropriation for Supported Housing (MH) (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $2,045 appropriation for Misc MH Programs (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved position fill for Public Health Fiscal Administrator, salary range $50K-$62K (9-0)
• Approved professional service contract with Freed Maxick up to $5,850 annually for Medicaid cost reports (9-0)
• Approved disposal of 2012 Chevy Sonic declared totaled, salvage $5,558.50 (9-0)
• Approved $17,000 appropriation for Lab Fees (9-0)
• Approved $400 transfer for Weights and Measures (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee will meet to discuss and vote on several contracts and appropriations, including a $75,000 renewal for rapid rehousing services, a $36,000 adoption transition services contract, and a $7,500 interdepartmental agreement for HEAP outreach. They will also consider travel authorizations for staff training and review program updates from Veterans Services, Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Social Services.

• Appropriation of $7,640.73 for unused benefit time for prior Director of Veterans Services
• Contract with James McGuinness and Associates for preschool software tech support at $9,504/year plus $125/hour
• Contract with Children Awaiting Parents for adoption transition services not to exceed $36,000
• Contract with Independent Living of the Genesee Region for rapid rehousing services not to exceed $75,000
• State WMS contracts: Child and Family Services ($104,500), Home Care & Hospice (variable), Sara's 'LiL' Bears Daycare (variable)

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee approved several items, including a $7,640.73 appropriation for unused benefit time, a resolution supporting Operation Green Light, a proclamation for Family Caregivers Month, a contract with James McGuinness and Associates for preschool software tech support, and multiple professional service contracts for social services. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $7,640.73 appropriation for unused benefit time (7-0)
• Approved Operation Green Light resolution (7-0)
• Approved Family Caregivers Month proclamation (7-0)
• Approved $9,504/year contract with James McGuinness and Associates for preschool software tech support (7-0)
• Approved Adoption Awareness Month proclamation (7-0)
• Approved $7,500 interdepartmental contract with Office for the Aging for HEAP outreach (7-0)
• Approved $75,000 contract with Independent Living of the Genesee Region for Rapid Rehousing (7-0)
• Approved $36,000 contract with Children Awaiting Parents for adoption transition services (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on filling multiple vacant positions across departments, amending salary schedules for the Public Defender's office, and approving union MOUs. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Pioneer Cabin grounds and a resolution to accept the semi-annual mortgage tax report.

• Fill 9 positions: Senior Caseworker, Clerk, Senior Social Services Program Specialist, Highway Equipment Maintenance Operator, Dispatcher, Meal Deliverer, Fiscal Administrator, Assistant Public Defender 3rd, Assistant Public Defender 5th
• Amend Salary Schedule G: increase stipends for Public Defender staff (e.g., 1st APD from $7,000 to $8,000) retroactive to April 1, 2020 through 3/31/23
• Amend Salary Schedule S: set Assistant District Attorney (3rd) salary to $80,000/year effective October 12, 2021
• Approve MOUs with CSEA for critical staffing in Skilled Nursing Facility, Hospital Food Service, and Housekeeping
• Resolution to accept Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Report (April-September 2021) forwarded to Finance Committee

The Human Resource Committee approved 14 personnel actions, including filling 8 vacant positions across Social Services, Highway, Sheriff, Public Health, and Public Defender departments. The committee also approved amendments to Salary Schedules G and S, including a salary increase for the Assistant District Attorney (3rd) to $80,000 per year (7-2), and approved four MOUs with the CSEA union. The committee forwarded the Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Report to the Finance Committee and entered executive session to discuss litigation and collective bargaining.

• Approved Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Report forwarded to Finance Committee (9-0)
• Approved overnight travel for County Attorney to CAASNY Winter Meeting (9-0)
• Approved 8 position fills across Social Services, Highway, Sheriff, Public Health, Public Defender (9-0 each)
• Approved 4 amendments to Salary Schedule G for Public Defender stipends (9-0 each)
• Approved salary of Assistant District Attorney (3rd) set to $80,000/year (7-2)
• Approved 4 MOUs with CSEA union (9-0)
• Abolished Assistant Public Defender 7th position; filled Assistant Public Defender 5th (9-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation and collective bargaining discussion

Wyoming County Water Resource Agency

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency Board of Directors will meet to discuss the 2022 proposed budget. The agenda also includes updates on the Silver Lake Dredging Project and grant funding.

• Review and discussion of the 2022 Proposed Budget
• Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act discussion
• Silver Lake Dredging Project update
• LEG & LWRP Grant Funding update

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency approved its 2022 proposed budget, along with the third-quarter financial report and the administrator's activity report. The board also discussed the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act, water operator training, and project updates. All votes were carried with majorities, with some members absent.

• Approved 7/21/2021 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention, 2 absent)
• Approved 2021 3rd Qtr Financial Report (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved WCWRA Administrators Activity Report (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2022 Proposed Budget (4-0, 3 absent)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session with public hearings on a short environmental assessment form for the Agricultural District Program and a local law setting 2022 salaries for county officers. The board will vote on 76 consent resolutions covering fund transfers, appointments, contracts, and many resolutions urging state action on issues like bail reform, broadband, and health care funding.

• Public hearing and adoption of Local Law No. 2, Year 2021 setting 2022 salaries for county officers
• Public hearing and adoption of a Specific Short Environmental Assessment Form for the Agricultural District Program
• Capital projects: jail make-up air unit replacement and replacement generators (contracts with Campus Construction Management)
• Fund transfers: $24,000 for IT storage and switches; $3,445 for Planning computers
• Appointments: Anthony Solina as Director of Veterans Services and to Mental Health Subcommittee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors adopted Local Law No. 3 for 2022, increasing the Commissioner of Social Services salary by $3,975 to $76,115 and the County Treasurer salary by $5,769 to $80,000, effective January 1, 2022. The board also approved numerous resolutions, including fund transfers and appropriations, appointments, and policy revisions. A resolution supporting a county opt-out of the state's 'holiday hunt' deer season was withdrawn.

• Adopted Local Law No. 3, 2022 county officer salaries (vote: 1023-172-48-53)
• Approved $24,000 in IT fund transfers for storage and switches
• Appointed Anthony Solina as Director of Veterans Services (2-year term)
• Approved $142,000 Jail Make Up Air Unit Replacement project
• Approved $1,272,000 Replacement Generators Capital Improvement Project
• Adopted Wyoming County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
• Approved Recovery of Overpayment of Employees policy revisions
• Withdrew resolution supporting county opt-out of 'holiday hunt' deer season

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to review 2022 budget preparations and to discuss a proposed DEC regulation that would allow the county to opt out of the 'holiday hunt'. The board will also hear from a Wyoming County Wildlife Federation representative about the regulation, with a public comment period expiring November 14, 2021. The meeting is held remotely and in person due to COVID-19 executive orders.

• 2022 Budget preparations review
• Discussion with Wyo. Co. Wildlife Federation representative L. Becker on DEC proposed regulation to opt out of 'holiday hunt'
• Public Comment period for holiday hunt regulation expires 11/14/21
• Grandview Terrace Tour with Committee Chair Leuer and Community Manager Mary Nicholls
• Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park presentation by co-founder Loren Penman

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors discussed the proposed NYS DEC regulation on the 'holiday hunt' and agreed to pull and revise Resolution Office #30 to reflect opposition to the holiday hunt, with an option to opt in or out as per the Wildlife Federation's letter. The revised resolution will be submitted to the DEC before the public comment period ends on November 14, 2021. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily a review of the 2022 budget and discussion of the resolution.

• Agreed to pull and revise Resolution Office #30 to oppose the holiday hunt (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled submission of revised resolution to DEC before Nov 14, 2021 public comment deadline
• Reviewed 2022 budget preparations (no action taken)
• Pulled Autism Nature Trail event from recurring agenda until spring 2022

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider multiple resolutions for the Fall NYSAC Conference, several hospital professional service contracts, salary schedule amendments, and IT budget transfers. The agenda also includes a budget status update and a cancelled travel authorization.

• Hospital contracts: DCCS Consulting ($96,000/yr), University at Buffalo Surgeons ($409,754/yr), Staff Health ($150,000/yr), Radiometer America ($21,793/yr), Evident/CPSI ($165,000/yr), Kari Beardsley ($100,000/yr)
• Amend Hudson Headwaters 340B agreement to extend term and increase to $340,000
• Create Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Director of Maternity positions; adjust multiple salaries
• Approve MOU with CSEA for critical staffing in skilled nursing facility
• IT transfers: $9,000 and $15,000 for computer equipment; permission to bid for storage appliance

The Finance Committee approved multiple hospital-related contracts, including a $409,754/year general and gastrointestinal surgery services agreement with University at Buffalo Surgeons, Inc., a $96,000/year financial advisory contract with DCCS Consulting, and a $150,000/year staffing agreement with Staff Health. The committee also approved several IT budget transfers, including $9,000 for a storage appliance and $15,000 for network switches, and voted to take no action on a resolution declaring Wyoming County a Constitutional County. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved $409,754/yr surgery services contract with University at Buffalo Surgeons, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $96,000/yr financial advisory contract with DCCS Consulting, LLC (9-0)
• Approved $150,000/yr staffing agreement with Staff Health (9-0)
• Approved $108,964 5-year blood gas equipment lease with Radiometer America, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $9,000 transfer for storage appliance and $15,000 for network switches (9-0)
• Voted to take no action on declaring Wyoming County a Constitutional County (9-0)
• Approved $3,180 increase to Snowmobile Federation allocation, total $145,896 (9-0)
• Approved 2022 roster printing with Indoff at $2,028.75 for 875 copies (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing several NYSAC resolutions regarding state law reforms and funding. Members are also deciding on various public safety contracts, grant acceptances, and the adoption of a Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

• Adoption of the September 2021 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
• 2022 STOP-DWI Plan in the amount of $160,000.00
• Contract with Saia Communications for Wethersfield tower lightning damage repair not to exceed $6,694.29
• Purchase of one 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe SSV not to exceed $40,166.68
• Grant acceptance for FY2021 SHSP in the amount of $59,750.00

The Public Safety Committee approved several items including procurement cards for Sheriff's office staff, an amended contract with the State Unified Court System, a professional service contract for lightning repair, grant applications and acceptances, position fills, the 2022 STOP-DWI Plan, the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, and multiple resolutions. All votes were unanimous with 5 or 6 ayes and no noes.

• Approved procurement cards for Susan Scott ($1,000), Nicholas Thomas ($500), Jordan McGinnis ($500) (5-0)
• Approved amended contract with State Unified Court System, 8th Judicial District, not to exceed $405,205.00 (5-0)
• Approved overnight travel for D. Murphy to Jail Intelligence Officer Conference (5-0)
• Approved contract with Saia Communications for lightning repair, not to exceed $6,694.29 (5-0)
• Approved grant application and acceptance for Indigent Parolee Program, minimum $186,000 (5-0)
• Approved contract extension with NYS Indigent Legal Services, $51,060.00 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 STOP-DWI Plan in amount of $160,000 (6-0)
• Approved adoption of Wyoming County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including a makeup air unit replacement at the county jail and a generator replacement project for various buildings. The committee is also considering multiple highway department position changes and several NYSAC conference resolutions.

• Proposed $142,000 appropriation for Wyoming County Jail makeup air unit replacement
• Proposed $1,272,000 appropriation for generator replacement at various county buildings
• Contract with LaBella Associates for Schoellkopf Road Bridge Rehabilitation not to exceed $100,000
• Abolishment of two seasonal Motor Equipment Operator positions and one Sign Maintenance Supervisor position
• Salary adjustment for Deputy County Highway Superintendent to $65,000 per year

The Public Works Committee approved a $1.27 million appropriation for a generator replacement project at various county buildings, a $142,000 appropriation for a makeup air unit replacement at the Wyoming County Jail, and a $100,000 contract supplement for the Schoellkopf Road Bridge rehabilitation. It also approved a $55,000 grant application for a study of high-accident locations on county roads, and authorized travel and credit card requests for highway staff. Several resolutions supporting NYSAC conference positions were carried, and various personnel actions were referred to the Finance Committee.

• Approved $1.27M appropriation for generator replacement project at various county buildings.
• Approved $142,000 appropriation for makeup air unit replacement at Wyoming County Jail.
• Approved $100,000 contract supplement with LaBella Associates for Schoellkopf Road Bridge rehabilitation.
• Approved $55,000 grant application to Genesee Transportation Council for high-accident location study.
• Approved $25,000 contract with Campus Construction for jail makeup air unit project oversight.
• Approved $32,100 contract with Kideney Architects for jail makeup air unit design.
• Approved $7,500 credit card for Devin Blue for travel and emergency expenses.
• Approved overnight travel for Devin Blue and Tim Kelley to bridge conference in Syracuse.

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 budget, receive the planner's report on a solar lease workshop, and review the countywide zoning program's monthly report and income statement. The committee will also consider three resolutions for the Fall NYSAC Conference regarding broadband expansion, extended producer responsibility for packaging, and waste-to-energy tax credits. Several agency reports are listed as having nothing to report.

• 2022 Budget Review
• Joint workshop with CCE on 'Navigating Solar Lease Agreements and the Solar Development Process' on October 26
• Countywide Zoning Program monthly report and income statement review
• Resolution urging expansion of true broadband coverage to all New Yorkers
• Resolution supporting extended producer responsibility for packaging and printed paper

The Planning Committee approved three resolutions to be submitted for the fall NYSAC conference, all carried unanimously with 8 ayes. The resolutions urge expansion of broadband coverage, support an extended producer responsibility system for packaging and printed paper, and support inclusion of waste-to-energy in federal tax credits and climate programs. No other formal motions were made; remaining agenda items were informational reports or had nothing to report.

• Approved resolution urging NY State and federal government to expand broadband coverage to all New Yorkers (8-0)
• Approved resolution supporting NY State Legislature establishing extended producer responsibility system for packaging and printed paper (8-0)
• Approved resolution supporting inclusion of waste-to-energy in federal production tax credit, clean energy standard, and climate programs (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committees are meeting to discuss and potentially act on several resolutions, including support for harmful algal bloom research, right to repair, and sharing agricultural mitigation fees. They will also consider renewing resolutions for deer protection and dog confinement, hear updates from animal control and 4-H, and review a $9,000 appropriation for a forest management plan.

• Resolution supporting research into harmful algal bloom prevention and mitigation
• Resolution supporting the right to repair
• Resolution supporting NYS sharing agricultural mitigation fees with counties
• Renewal of deer protection order (Nov 1, 2021 – Apr 1, 2022) and dog confinement resolution (Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2022)
• $9,000 appropriation for 10-year forest management plan (Resolution #21-099)

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee approved several resolutions, including support for research into harmful algal bloom prevention, the right to repair, sharing agricultural mitigation fees with counties, and a resolution supporting a DEC regulation allowing counties to opt out of the holiday deer hunt. They also renewed resolutions for dog confinement to protect deer and approved a $9,000 appropriation for a forest management plan. All votes were 7-0 with two members absent.

• Approved resolution supporting research into harmful algal bloom prevention (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting the right to repair (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS sharing agricultural mitigation fees with counties (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting DEC regulation allowing counties to opt out of holiday deer hunt (7-0)
• Approved resolution for dog confinement to protect deer from Nov 1, 2021 to Apr 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved resolution for dog confinement from dusk to dawn for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Hannah Spicer and Rachael Paddock for 4-H shooting achievements (7-0)
• Approved $9,000 appropriation for 10-year forest management plan (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee is reviewing multiple NYSAC Conference resolutions and various grant applications for public health programs. The agenda includes updates on mental health service contracts, opioid prevention funding, and COVID-19 vaccine response agreements.

• Amended contract with Peers Together of Wyoming County to a total not to exceed $304,230.00
• Amended interdepartmental contract with Wyoming County Veterans’ Services up to $78,750.00
• Grant application for NYS Public Health Corps Fellowship Program in a minimum amount of $548,752.00
• Grant application for COVID-19 Vaccine Response contract in a minimum amount of $176,662.14
• Appropriation of $10,023.00 for Health Department building repairs using NYS Performance Incentive Award funds

The Public Health Committee approved multiple resolutions and grants, including a $548,752 grant for the NYS Public Health Corps Fellowship Program and a $176,662.14 COVID-19 vaccine response contract. Six NYSAC conference resolutions were also approved, along with amendments to contracts for mental health and veteran services. The committee discussed but took no action on a $16,284 psychiatric center bill and an interim staffing proposal.

• Approved $548,752 NYS Public Health Corps Fellowship grant (7-2)
• Approved $176,662.14 COVID-19 vaccine response contract (7-2)
• Approved 6 NYSAC conference resolutions (6-3 each)
• Amended Peers Together contract, increasing state aid by $216 to $304,232 (6-3)
• Amended Veterans' Services Dwyer contract, increasing state aid by $26,250 to $78,750 (6-3)
• Approved $31,671 annual Early Intervention Administration grant (7-2)
• Approved $5,000 opioid prevention grant with Preventionfocus, Inc. (7-2)
• Approved $10,023 appropriation for Health Department building upgrades (7-2)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Human Resource Committee will consider three resolutions for the Fall NYSAC conference (home rule for county employment residency, repeal/reform of the Scaffold Law, and increased DMV revenue share), introduce a local law to continue a mortgage recording tax, and act on numerous personnel items including salary amendments, position fills, and an appropriation for advertising. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Resolution calling for state to allow county home rule on employment residency requirements
• Resolution calling for full repeal or reform of NYS Scaffold Law to comparative negligence
• Resolution calling for increased county share of DMV service revenue
• Introductory Local Law 'C' to continue mortgage recording tax; public hearing set for Oct 28, 2021
• Appropriation of $20,000 for expanded advertising

The Human Resource Committee approved several personnel actions, including salary schedule amendments, position fills, and the creation of new positions across various county departments. They also introduced a local law to continue the county recording tax on mortgages and set a public hearing for October 28, 2021. The committee entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation.

• Approved resolution for county home rule on employment residency requirements (6-0)
• Approved resolution for repeal/reform of NYS Scaffold Law (6-0)
• Approved resolution for increased DMV revenue share (6-0)
• Introduced local law to continue mortgage recording tax, set public hearing for Oct 28 (9-0)
• Amended salary schedules S and G for two public defender positions (8-0)
• Approved multiple position fills and creations across departments (8-0 each)
• Approved $20,000 appropriation for HR advertising (7-0)
• Adopted policy on recovery of overpayments (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several personnel appointments and contract renewals. Items include a grant application for Veterans Services and various departmental updates regarding social services and the Office for the Aging.

• Appointment of Anthony Solina as Director of Veteran Services for a two-year term
• Authorization of a grant application to NYS Division of Veterans' Affairs for at least $10,000.00
• Proposed salary increase for Youth Bureau Fiscal Officer I to $45,674.00
• Contract with Wyoming County Mental Health Department for foster care assessments up to $5,000.00
• Various Youth Bureau contracts including Dell Marketing, LP for laptops up to $1,350.00

The Human Services Committee unanimously appointed Anthony Solina as Director of Veteran Services for a two-year term (effective 09/13/21 through 09/12/23) and approved a $10,000 NYS grant for veterans' services. The committee also approved several resolutions including an amended transportation contract, a salary increase for the Youth Bureau Fiscal Officer, a contract for foster care assessments, and four NYSAC conference resolutions. Multiple personnel actions and contracts were referred to the Finance Committee for further action.

• Appointed Anthony Solina as Director of Veteran Services for 2-year term (7-0)
• Authorized $10,000 NYS grant application for veterans' services (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with C & F Transportation for new route (7-0)
• Increased Youth Bureau Fiscal Officer I salary by $5,000 to $45,674 (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 contract with Mental Health Dept for foster care assessments (7-0)
• Approved proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved 4 NYSAC conference resolutions on early intervention, rental assistance, child welfare funding, and school resource officers (7-0 each)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on the allocation of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds, as presented by the Budget Office. The agenda also includes upcoming events and presentations, such as a tour of Grandview Terrace, a discussion on a Public Benefit Corporation for WCCH, and a presentation on the Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Review of ARPA Funding Allocation
• Grandview Terrace Tour with Community Manager Mary Nicholls
• Public Benefit Corporation Discussion for WCCH (presentation by D. Eichenauer)
• Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park presentation by Loren Penman

The Committee of the Whole met and discussed ARPA funding allocation, checking on a Congressional Earmark grant for the Fire Training Center renovations, broadband expansion, and updating the County Comprehensive Plan. No formal motions or votes were recorded; the items were discussion-only, with further planning committee discussion expected. The meeting also included updates on the Rotunda project, FEMA reimbursement, opioid litigation, and a county insurance office privacy concern.

• Reviewed ARPA funding allocation; no formal action taken
• Discussed checking on Congressional Earmark funding for Fire Training Center renovations
• Discussed broadband expansion status with Senior Planner J. Bragg
• Discussed updating the County Comprehensive Plan; more discussion to be held in Planning Committee
• Reviewed Rotunda project status; estimated 2-3 months to completion
• Heard status update on FEMA reimbursement claim
• Heard status update on opioid litigation
• Chairwoman Ryan to review insurance office privacy concern with Buildings & Grounds Director

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular monthly meeting, addressing routine financial transfers, contract approvals, and appointments. A notable non-consent item is a resolution urging Governor Hochul and Commissioner Zucker to modify the proposed COVID-19 mandate for healthcare workers. The agenda also includes several consent resolutions for contracts, grants, and budget adjustments.

• Resolution urging Governor Hochul and Commissioner Zucker to modify COVID-19 mandate for healthcare workers
• Appointment of Devin Blue as County Highway Superintendent
• Contract with Hillside Children's Center for foster care services up to $1,210,000
• Funds appropriated for MUNIS transition project ($126,000) and 911 SICG Targeted Grant ($5,931,797)
• Public hearing set for Introductory Local Law No. B Year 2021

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions, including salary increases for certain county officers and department heads effective January 1, 2022, and adopted a new investment policy. The board also passed a resolution urging Governor Hochul to modify the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers to allow a testing option. Numerous contracts, grants, and position changes were also approved.

• Approved salary increases for Commissioner of Social Services, County Treasurer, and other department heads (Res. 21-402, 21-403)
• Approved salary schedule amendments for various positions including Assistant District Attorney and IT staff (Res. 21-401)
• Adopted new Investment Policy & Guidelines for Wyoming County (Res. 21-393)
• Passed resolution urging Governor Hochul to modify COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers (Res. 21-400, 1537-62)
• Approved $5.93M appropriation for Sheriff-911 from SICG Targeted Grant (Res. 21-370)
• Approved $572,937.50 in appropriations for Public Health COVID-19 programs (Res. 21-370)
• Appointed Devin Blue as County Highway Superintendent for 4-year term (Res. 21-385)
• Authorized contracts for school COVID-19 testing and support services (Res. 21-381, 21-382)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several financial and policy items, including a resolution urging state officials to modify the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers, approval of health insurance rate increases, and multiple hospital-related contracts. The committee will also consider asset disposals, budget discussions, and various administrative updates.

• Resolution urging Governor Hochul and Commissioner Zucker to modify COVID-19 mandate for healthcare workers
• Authorize signing health insurance rate sheets with Alliance Of WNY Health Benefit Fund and Blue Cross/Blue Shield, 7.86% increase over 2021 rates
• Hospital software agreement with MEDENT not to exceed $130,020/year (2021-2023)
• Hospital panel board replacement with Ferguson Electric, not to exceed $218,600
• Stryker Medical trauma supplies agreement not to exceed $250,000 over 3 years

The Wyoming County Finance Committee approved multiple resolutions, including amendments to salary schedules for various county departments effective January 1, 2022, and authorized several professional service contracts for the Wyoming County Community Hospital (WCCHS). The committee also approved the disposition of obsolete copiers, various budget appropriations and transfers, and multiple personnel actions, including creating and filling positions in the Health Department funded by grants. A resolution urging Governor Hochul to modify the COVID-19 healthcare worker mandate was approved with a 7-2 vote.

• Approved amendments to Salary Schedules S, D, and I, setting new salaries for various county positions effective 01/01/2022.
• Authorized the Hospital Administrator to sign a software agreement with Medent for electronic medical records, not to exceed $130,020 per year.
• Authorized the Hospital Administrator to award a contract to Ferguson Electric for a panel board replacement project, not to exceed $218,600.
• Authorized the Hospital Administrator to sign a supplemental staffing agreement with Ab Staffing Solutions, not to exceed $100,000 per year.
• Authorized the Hospital Administrator to sign a product pricing agreement with Stryker Medical for trauma supplies, not to exceed $250,000 over the term.
• Approved a resolution urging Governor Hochul and Commissioner Zucker to modify the proposed COVID-19 mandate for healthcare workers (7-2 vote).
• Approved the disposition of two obsolete Toshiba copiers from the Board of Supervisors' Office and the DMV.
• Approved an emergency purchase of a Toshiba e-STUDIO4515AC copier/printer for the Board of Supervisors' office at a cost of $3,638.00.

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is discussing personnel fills for the Sheriff's office and County Jail, as well as several professional service contracts. The meeting also covers travel authorizations for law enforcement training and operational updates for the jail and EMS.

• Contract with Thomson Reuters for Online Investigation Software not to exceed $3,404.64
• Contract with U.S. Geological Survey for satellite telemetry at Tonawanda Creek in Attica not to exceed $10,710.00
• Proposed salary for Secretary to the Sheriff set at $55,000.00 annually
• Appropriation of $5,931,797.00 from Other State Aid-911 for IT/Communications and Professional Services
• Filling of two Deputy Sheriff positions and one Jail Meal Deliverer position

The Public Safety Committee approved an appropriation of $5,931,797 from the SICG Targeted Grant for 911 IT/communications and professional services, and referred it to Finance. It also approved several overnight travel authorizations for sheriff's deputies and emergency services staff, a professional services contract with Thomson Reuters for online investigation software, and a grant application for up to $500,000 for the Upstate Family Defense program. Several position fills and salary amendments were noted as referred to the Finance Committee.

• Approved appropriation of $5,931,797 from SICG Targeted Grant for 911 IT/communications and professional services; referred to Finance.
• Approved professional services contract with Thomson Reuters for online investigation software, not to exceed $3,404.64 over 3 years.
• Approved overnight travel for B. Russell to Marine Law Enforcement Training, Lake George, NY, Oct 3-8, 2021.
• Approved overnight travel for E. Till and E. Tamol to Annual Law Enforcement Supervisors' Training Conference, Saratoga Springs, NY, Oct 24-26, 2021.
• Approved overnight travel for C. Reagan to Drug Recognition Expert School, Syracuse, NY, Oct 4-8, 2021.
• Approved overnight travel for W. Streicher to Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony, Albany, NY, Oct 5, 2021.
• Approved overnight travel for W. Streicher to Annual Arson Seminar, Watkins Glen, NY, Nov 3-5, 2021.
• Approved grant application to NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services for Upstate Family Defense, up to $500,000 over 3 years.

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to consider appointing Devin Blue as County Highway Superintendent for a four-year term and setting the salary at $80,000, with potential increases. They will also discuss snow contracts for the 2022-2023 season, approve sand bids, and review several contracts and maintenance items.

• Appoint Devin Blue as County Highway Superintendent, term 08/30/21-08/29/25
• Set Highway Superintendent salary at $80,000, with $2,000 and $3,000 increases after 6 months and 1 year
• Discuss snow contracts for 2022-2023, including 2020/2021 expenses for Covington, Pike, and Middlebury
• Authorize contract with NYS Unified Court System for court facility maintenance up to $96,152
• Authorize contract with Feedwater Treatment Systems for cooling tower and boiler maintenance up to $12,500

The Public Works Committee appointed Devin Blue as County Highway Superintendent for a four-year term and set the salary at $80,000, with potential increases after six months and one year. The committee also approved snow contracts for 2022-2023, yearly sand bids, and several building maintenance contracts. All votes were 8-0 with one absence.

• Appointed Devin Blue as County Highway Superintendent for a four-year term (2021-2025).
• Set the Highway Superintendent's annual salary at $80,000, with eligibility for $2,000 and $3,000 increases after six months and one year.
• Approved 2022-2023 snow contracts with a $100 per centerline mile increase over the 2021-2022 agreement.
• Approved yearly sand bids to the low bidder for September 2021 through August 2022.
• Authorized a contract with NYS Unified Court System for court facility cleaning and maintenance up to $96,152.
• Authorized a contract with Feedwater Treatment Systems for cooling tower and boiler maintenance up to $12,500.
• Approved permission to bid cleaning and lawn mowing services for 2022, including the County Cemetery.
• Approved contracts with Campus Construction for the Courthouse Generator and Makeup Air Unit projects.

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including setting a 30-day review period and a public hearing for the NYS Ag & Markets SEQR adoption process for future Ag District reviews, amending a contract for Ag District #5, and reviewing the 2022 county appropriation request. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Set 30-day review period for Ag District SEQR adoption, closing 10/14/21
• Set public hearing for November 9, 2021 at 2:30 PM in Supervisors' chambers
• Amend Resolution #21-014 to increase contract by $3,518.34, total not to exceed $18,518.34 for Ag District #5
• Review 2022 County Appropriation request
• Receive updates from Animal Control, Soil & Water, Cooperative Extension, and Fair Association

The Agriculture Committee voted to set a 30-day review period for the NYS Dept. of Ag. & Markets SEQR adoption process for future Ag District review, with a public hearing scheduled for November 9, 2021. It also approved amending Resolution #21-014 to increase a contract by $3,518.34 for Ag District #5, not to exceed $18,518.34. Other items were informational only, including updates on the fair, soil and water programs, animal control, and dairy industry.

• Set 30-day review period for Ag District SEQR adoption, closing 10/21/21 (6-0, 3 absent)
• Set public hearing for November 9, 2021 at 2:30 PM in Supervisors' chambers (6-0, 3 absent)
• Amended Resolution #21-014 to increase contract by $3,518.34 for Ag District #5, total not to exceed $18,518.34 (6-0, 3 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several agenda items, including amended contracts for mental health services, budget adjustments, and COVID-19 related funding and positions. The committee will also consider travel authorizations and professional service contracts for school COVID-19 testing.

• Amend contract with Livingston/Wyoming ARC to reflect merger and name change to Arc GLOW, effective 10/1/2021.
• Amend contract with Living Opportunities of DePaul, decreasing 2021 contract to $344,829.00, and adding one crisis/respite bed (now 4 in county).
• Amend contract with Coordinated Care Services, Inc., increasing 2021 contract to $372,985.00.
• Approve professional service contracts with five school districts for COVID-19 testing, totaling $838,200.00 (Attica $257,790, Perry $180,082, Warsaw $187,285, Wyoming $26,849, Letchworth $186,194).
• Amend grant with Health Research, Inc. for COVID-19 Enhanced Detection and Response, increasing funding by $324,210 to $577,898, extending to 3/31/2023.

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee approved multiple contract amendments, including a name change for the Livingston/Wyoming ARC to Arc GLOW, and increased funding for COVID-19 response contracts with Health Research, Inc. by $324,210. The committee also approved several budget appropriations and transfers to support COVID-19 testing, school programs, and new staff positions, all fully funded by federal grants. All votes were unanimous with 7 ayes and 2 absences.

• Approved amended contract with Livingston/Wyoming ARC for name change to Arc GLOW (6-0)
• Approved amended contract with Living Opportunities of DePaul, decreasing total to $344,829 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Coordinated Care Services, Inc., increasing total to $372,985 (7-0)
• Approved 2021 budget reduction of $7,595 for Mental Health state aid adjustment (7-0)
• Approved 2021 appropriations for CCSI (MH) totaling $3,542 (7-0)
• Approved proclamation for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved rescinding overnight travel for L. Paolucci to NYSAC conference (7-0)
• Approved amended grant with Health Research, Inc. for COVID-19 Enhanced Detection, increasing funding by $324,210 to $577,898 (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee approved two personnel actions: abolishing a Keyboard Specialist position and creating/filling an Account Clerk position in both the Planning and Zoning departments, each carried 8-0. The committee also approved amending Salary Schedule S to set the Zoning Enforcement Officer's annual salary at $34,000 with a potential $2,000 increase after two years, and authorized a contract with Municipal Solutions, Inc. for financial consulting services not to exceed $3,198.26. Several agenda items were informational only, including updates on the Perry Village Downtown Redevelopment Initiative application, 2020 Census data, and the ZEO position status.

• Approved abolishing one Keyboard Specialist position and creating/filling one Account Clerk position in Planning (motion by Brunner, 8-0).
• Approved abolishing one Keyboard Specialist position and creating/filling one Account Clerk position in Zoning (motion by Brunner, 8-0).
• Approved amending Salary Schedule S to set Zoning Enforcement Officer salary at $34,000 annually with a $2,000 increase eligibility after 2 years (motion by Granger, 8-0).
• Approved authorizing the Chairman to sign a contract with Municipal Solutions, Inc. for financial consulting services, not to exceed $3,198.26 (motion by Davis, 8-0).
• Discussed providing a letter of support for Perry Village's Downtown Redevelopment Initiative application; no formal vote recorded.
• Noted the ZEO position is filled and the new hire starts 09/07/21; no action taken.
• Discussed a federal Vaccination Status report form requirement for the Natural Resource Conservation Service/USDA space; no action taken.
• Received FYI on septic system replacement grant reimbursements for two properties; no action taken.

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee reviewed monthly reports from Veterans Services, the Office for the Aging, and the Department of Social Services. The committee voted to authorize several professional service contracts, including a $1.21 million renewal for foster care services and a grant acceptance from the state. The agenda also included routine personnel updates and asset disposals, with no major policy changes or new ordinances proposed.

• Renewal of foster care contract with Hillside Children's Center for up to $1,210,000.00
• New foster care contract with OLV Human Services for up to $3,700.00
• Contract with Greenfield Health & Rehabilitation Center for respite services
• Contract with Ganrormic Inc dba Wee Can Preschool & Childcare for Pre School Special Education
• Grant acceptance from NY State OCFS for minimum $61,333.00 for Youth Bureau programs

The Human Services Committee approved several contracts and resolutions, including a respite services contract with Greenfield Health & Rehabilitation Center, a preschool special education contract with Ganrormic Inc dba Wee Can Preschool & Childcare, a grant application with NYS OCFS for Youth Bureau programs, a bid award to Letchworth Central School for preschool transportation, a foster care services contract with OLV Human Services, and a renewal contract with Hillside Children's Center. The committee also approved a proclamation for POW/MIA Recognition Day, amended an overnight travel authorization for A. Aldinger, declared a calculator surplus, and discussed but took no action on a salary increase for a Youth Bureau Fiscal Officer position.

• Approved proclamation for POW/MIA Recognition Day on 09/17/21 (motion by Roberts, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved professional service contract with Greenfield Health & Rehabilitation Center for respite services, not to exceed 2021 budget, effective 7/1/21-12/31/21 (motion by Roche, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved amendment to overnight travel authorization for A. Aldinger to attend ACUU conference, approx. $650, budgeted (motion by Granger, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved professional service contract with Ganrormic Inc dba Wee Can Preschool & Childcare for Pre-School Special Education, not to exceed 2021 budget, effective 7/1/21-12/31/24 (motion by Brunner, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved grant application and acceptance with NYS OCFS for Youth Bureau programs, minimum $61,333.00, effective 1/1/21-12/31/21 (motion by Roberts, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved bid award to Letchworth Central School for preschool transportation services, not to exceed 2021-2024 budget, effective 7/1/21-6/30/24 (motion by Roche, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved disposition of surplus Monroe Calculator (motion by Davis, 6 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved professional services contract with OLV Human Services for foster care services, not to exceed $3,700.00, effective 7/30/21-8/31/21 (motion by Brunner, 6 ayes, 1 absent).

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee met to review 18 personnel actions, including creating and filling positions in Health, Sheriff, and Social Services. The agenda includes a Home Rule request to extend the Local Mortgage Recording Tax through 2024, which requires no immediate action. The committee also reviewed a $986,114 grant for COVID-19 school testing and adopted two new county personnel policies.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by 0.25% through 11/30/2024
• Create and fill one Public Health Corps Graduate Fellow position at $54,483.00 annually
• Create and fill two Public Health Corps Fellow positions at $41,398.00 annually
• Amend Salary Schedule G to provide stipends for a $986,114.00 COVID-19 school testing grant
• Adopt county policies for Personnel Files and Recovery of Overpayments

The Human Resource Committee approved a series of personnel actions, including creating and filling several Health Department positions funded by grants, filling multiple vacancies across departments, and amending salary schedules. The committee also approved closing the Historian's office for two weeks for inventory and discussed, but took no action on, a home rule request to extend the local mortgage recording tax. The meeting included an executive session to discuss a particular employee's employment history.

• Approved filling 10 Election Inspector positions at $12.50/hr (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved closing Historian's office for 2 weeks for inventory (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved creating/filling Public Health Corps Graduate Fellow position at $54,483/yr (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved creating/filling 2 Public Health Corps Fellow positions at $41,398/yr each (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved creating/filling COVID-19 Response Coordinator position at $33.00/hr (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved amending Salary Schedule G with stipends for COVID-19 school testing program (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved filling COVID-19 Response Specialist position at $29.50/hr (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved abolishing Principle Account Clerk and creating Fiscal Administrator position ($42,000-$55,000/yr) (6-0, 3 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss several items, including a GIS review and upcoming events. A key discussion will be a presentation on the pros and cons of establishing the Wyoming County Community Hospital (WCCH) as a Public Benefit Corporation, a proposal previously tabled. The board will also hear about the Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park and tour Grandview Terrace.

• GIS review with S. Lippincott
• Discussion on establishing WCCH as a Public Benefit Corp (presentation by D. Eichenauer)
• Presentation on Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park by Loren Penman
• Tour of Grandview Terrace with Community Manager Mary Nicholls

The Committee of the Whole met on August 10, 2021, with 15 supervisors present and one absent. The meeting included a GIS workgroup review and discussion of upcoming events, but no formal motions were made or decisions recorded. The minutes are procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the meeting

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 10, 2021, to vote on a consent agenda of 35 resolutions. These include funding appropriations, contract authorizations, grant applications, and amendments to prior resolutions. The board will also consider a resolution opposing New York State firearms liability laws and one to dedicate the Schoellkopf Road Covered Bridge.

• Resolution No. 27: Opposition to A6762/S7196 'Firearms Liability Law' and other gun control laws
• Resolution No. 21: Dedicate and name the Schoellkopf Road Covered Bridge
• Resolution No. 1: Appropriates $17,090.61 for early voting expansion and $105,000 for 9-1-1 from SICG grant
• Resolution No. 35: Approves down payment toward real property transfer of the Wyoming County Agriculture and Business Center
• Resolution No. 26: Establishes Wyoming County Courthouse Airlock Entry Capital Project

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved 35 resolutions, including a $75,000 down payment toward the purchase of the Wyoming County Agriculture and Business Center at 36 Center Street, Warsaw. The board also authorized numerous contracts, grants, and position changes, and passed resolutions opposing a state firearms liability law and naming a covered bridge. All votes were unanimous with one abstention on a salary item.

• Approved $75,000 down payment for Ag & Business Center property transfer (unanimous)
• Approved $105,000 appropriation for 9-1-1 services (unanimous)
• Authorized contracts for foster care and child care services up to $1.2M (unanimous)
• Approved $986,114 COVID-19 testing grant for schools (unanimous)
• Dedicated Schoellkopf Road covered bridge as 'The Cannon Covered Bridge' (unanimous)
• Approved $25,500 temporary pedestrian bridge at fairgrounds (unanimous)
• Opposed NYS firearms liability law A6762/S7196 (unanimous)
• Approved salary schedule changes, including $80,000 for Assistant DA (unanimous, 1 abstention)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is reviewing multiple professional service contracts for IT and the county hospital, including a $12,400 Cisco Duo MFA purchase and a $173,000 surgical supplies agreement. The committee is also considering a $1.378 million FEMA grant for COVID-19 response and several personnel actions, including creating a Director of Surgical Services position at $90,000/year.

• Authorize contract with Brite Computers for Netmotion Renewal, not to exceed $5,361.27
• Authorize contract with SHI International for 400 Cisco Duo MFA's, not to exceed $12,400.00
• Authorize hospital agreement with ECRI for Supply Guide and Capital Guide System, $18,790/year
• Authorize hospital agreement with Davol for mesh hernia surgical supplies, not to exceed $173,000
• Approve FEMA grant application for COVID-19 response, minimum $1,378,000

The Finance Committee approved a FEMA grant application for COVID-19 response funding of at least $1.1 million, along with several professional service contracts for IT, hospital, and other services. The committee also approved numerous personnel actions, including creating and filling positions across multiple departments, and approved various appropriations and travel authorizations. All votes were 8-0 with one absence (Supervisor King).

• Approved FEMA COVID-19 grant application for minimum $1.1M (8-0)
• Approved $5,361.27 Netmotion Renewal contract with Brite Computers (8-0)
• Approved $12,400 contract with SHI International for 400 Cisco Duo MFA licenses (8-0)
• Approved $18,790/yr ECRI membership for hospital supply benchmarking (8-0)
• Approved $173,000 Davol Inc. agreement for mesh hernia surgical supplies (8-0)
• Approved $150,000 DCCS surgery management consulting agreement (8-0)
• Approved creating Director of Surgical Services position at $90,000/yr (8-0)
• Approved $75,000 down payment for real property transfer at 36 Center Street, Warsaw (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee will consider naming the Schoellkopf Road Covered Bridge, extending the American Rock Salt bid for the 2021-2022 snow season, and authorizing a contract for a temporary pedestrian bridge at the county fairgrounds. They will also review snow contracts, building maintenance contracts, and discuss fleet vehicle rotation.

• Resolution to dedicate and name the Schoellkopf Road Covered Bridge
• Extend salt bid to American Rock Salt Co. for $50.45 per ton for 2021-2022 snow season
• Contract with L.C. Whitford Co. Inc. for temporary pedestrian bridge at Wyoming County Fair Grounds, not to exceed $25,500
• Rescind resolution 21-175 for drain line relining at Wyoming County Jail (never executed)
• Establish airlock entry project at Wyoming County Courthouse

The Public Works Committee approved several resolutions, including extending the salt bid to American Rock Salt Co. for the 2021-2022 snow season, authorizing a contract for a temporary pedestrian bridge at the Wyoming County Fair Grounds, and approving contracts for building repairs. The committee also discussed snow removal contracts and a dangerous intersection, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved resolution to dedicate and name the Schoellkopf Road Covered Bridge (7-0)
• Approved extending salt bid to American Rock Salt Co. for 2021-2022 snow season at $50.45 (7-0)
• Approved contract with L.C. Whitford Co. for temporary pedestrian bridge at fairgrounds, up to $25,500 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Harding Plumbing & Heating for mini split unit at Arcade tower, $3,569 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Ferguson Electric for transformer repairs at courthouse, $8,084 (7-0)
• Approved rescinding resolution 21-175 for drain line relining at jail (7-0)
• Approved establishing Airlock Entry Project at courthouse (7-0)
• Approved permission to go out to bid on a new van (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is discussing several personnel fills for the Sheriff's office and jail, as well as contracts for 911 tower sites and fiber connections. The body is also considering a grant application for body-worn cameras and a law enforcement service contract for Attica Central School.

• Contract with Attica Central School for law enforcement services at $51.31 to $53.88 per hour
• Grant application to US Department of Justice for body-worn cameras (50% reimbursement)
• Contract with Saia Communications for tower ASRs and FCC-FAA licensing not to exceed $13,900.00
• Contract with Frontier for fiber connection at backup center not to exceed $720.00 per month
• Proposed creation of a temporary Secretary to the Sheriff position at an annual salary of $60,268.00

The Public Safety Committee approved several resolutions, including a contract with Attica Central School for law enforcement services, a grant application for body-worn cameras, and multiple contracts for 911 communications equipment. The committee also approved several overnight travel authorizations for training and conferences, and authorized RFPs for new tower sites and a communication trailer. Several personnel actions were referred to the Finance Committee.

• Approved resolution on firearm liability with letter from Chairwoman (5-0)
• Approved contract with Attica Central School for law enforcement services (5-0)
• Approved grant application for body-worn cameras (5-0)
• Approved contract with Frontier for fiber connection (5-0)
• Approved contract with Saia Communications for ASR's and licensing (5-0)
• Approved RFP for three tower sites (5-0)
• Approved RFP for test borings (5-0)
• Approved RFP for communication trailer (5-0)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committees are meeting jointly to hear updates on county forestlands, animal control, Cooperative Extension, the Fair Association, and the dairy industry. The agenda includes a proclamation for Wyoming County Fair Week and discussions on the new 10-year forest management plan and gypsy moth infestation. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Proclaim August 14-21, 2021 as Wyoming County Fair Week
• Discussion on progress of new 10-Year Forest Management Plan (effective 01/01/21–12/31/30)
• Discussion on health of county forestlands and gypsy moth infestation
• June 2021 monthly update from Animal Control
• General updates from Cooperative Extension, Fair Association, and Dairy Industry

The Agriculture Committee approved a resolution proclaiming August 14-21, 2021 as Wyoming County Fair Week (8-0, 1 absent). The committee also approved amending Resolution 19-129 to extend the effective date of a timber contract with Timber Ridge Logging, Inc. through March 1, 2022 (8-0, 1 absent), citing weather and wet ground conditions. Discussions covered forest management plan progress, gypsy moth infestation, and updates from Cooperative Extension, Fair Association, Animal Control, and the dairy industry.

• Proclaimed August 14-21, 2021 as Wyoming County Fair Week (8-0, 1 absent)
• Extended timber contract with Timber Ridge Logging, Inc. through March 1, 2022 (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Health Committee will consider several items, including a $986,114 COVID-19 screening testing grant application, amendments to mental health contracts with increased state aid, and new professional service contracts. The committee will also discuss the NYS Public Health Corps Fellowship Program and approve travel authorizations.

• COVID-19 screening testing grant application with Health Research, Inc. for $986,114 (7/1/2021-7/31/2022)
• Amended contract with Spectrum Human Services increased to $560,992 for 2021
• Amended contract with Peers Together of Wyoming County increased to $304,016 for 2021
• Professional service contract with Corral Custom Catering for up to $7,000 for Dwyer events
• Sub-agreement with Wyoming County Community Action for Navigator Grant activities up to $86,079

The Public Health Committee approved a resolution authorizing the Chairman/Commissioner of Health to sign a grant application and acceptance award with Health Research, Inc. for the COVID-19 Screening testing program, in a minimum amount of $986,114.00 for the period 7/1/2021 through 7/31/2022. The committee also approved multiple amended contracts with mental health service providers, several state aid appropriations, and professional service contracts. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with two members absent.

• Approved COVID-19 screening testing grant application for $986,114 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Livingston/Wyoming ARC, total not to exceed $56,213 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Hillside Children's Center, total not to exceed $129,671 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Peers Together of Wyoming County, total not to exceed $304,016 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Spectrum Human Services, total $560,992 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Wyoming County Community Health System, total $246,690 (7-0)
• Approved amended contract with Camp Get-A-Way, total $135,190 (7-0)
• Approved professional service contract with Corral Custom Catering, not to exceed $7,000 (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a contract for grant-writing services, a salary adjustment for a zoning enforcement officer, and a staff promotion. The most significant item is a proposed $8,500 contract with Municipal Solutions, Inc. for grant documentation services. The committee will also receive reports from the Planning & Development Department and the Countywide Zoning Program.

• Authorize contract with Municipal Solutions, Inc. for grant writing services, $148/hour, not to exceed $8,500, for LGE and LWRP grant applications
• Appropriation of $8,500 for professional services contract, offset by other department income
• Request for immediate salary adjustment for current ZEO and posted position
• Discussion on creating Account Clerk position as promotion for Keyboard Specialist (Grade 2/step 6 $17.78/hr to Grade 4/step 4 $18.12/hr, $.34/hr increase)
• Press release and posters for 2021 Household Hazardous Waste/Pharmaceutical and Electronics Collections

The Planning Committee approved a $75,000 down payment for a real property transfer involving 36 Center Street, Warsaw, NY, after an executive session. It also approved a salary increase for the Zoning Enforcement Officer position, a new Account Clerk position, and a professional services contract for grant writing. A motion to set the ZEO salary at $42,000 was defeated, but a revised motion at $38,000 passed.

• Approved $75,000 down payment for real property transfer at 36 Center Street, Warsaw NY (7-0)
• Approved ZEO salary at $38,000 annually with $2,000 increase after 2nd year, effective 01/01/2022 (5-2)
• Defeated motion to set ZEO salary at $42,000 annually (3-4)
• Approved creation of Account Clerk position, promotional from Keyboard Specialist (7-0)
• Approved $8,938.40 contract with Municipal Solutions, Inc. for grant writing services (7-0)
• Approved 2021 appropriation of $8,938.40 for grant writing services (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on a home rule request to extend the county's mortgage recording tax, two state election grants, and numerous personnel actions including creating and filling positions across several departments. The agenda also includes travel authorizations and a discussion on DMV appointments.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by 1/4% through 11/30/2024; state bills S.04484 and A.06183 passed assembly 06/09/21
• Authorize Chairwoman to sign NYS Board of Elections TIER grant application/acceptance for $39,076.87 (4/7/21–1/27/23)
• Authorize Chairwoman to sign NYS Board of Elections Early Voting Expansion grant for $17,090.61 (4/7/21–1/28/22) with appropriation
• Create/fill DA Investigator (per diem, $40/hr) and fill two Assistant DA positions ($79,981 and $71,000 annual)
• Fill two Deputy Sheriff positions at $25.45–$32.53/hr and create/fill Secretary to Sheriff (temp, $60,268 annual)

The Human Resource Committee approved several personnel actions, including creating and filling positions in the District Attorney, Sheriff, and Fire and Building Code Enforcement offices, and filling vacancies in the Jail and Treasurer's Office. The committee also approved two grant applications for the Board of Elections for early voting expansion and technology innovation, and authorized overnight travel for the HR Director. A discussion on DMV appointments resulted in the County Clerk agreeing to consider a hybrid appointment/walk-in model for two months.

• Approved Early Voting Expansion grant application for $17,090.61 (7-0)
• Approved Technology Innovation (TIER) grant application for $39,076.87 (7-0)
• Approved creating/filling DA Investigator (Per Diem) at $40/hr (7-0)
• Approved filling Assistant DA (2nd) at $80,000/yr (7-0)
• Approved filling Assistant DA (3rd) at $71,000/yr (7-0)
• Approved creating/filling Keyboard Specialist at $16.29-$17.78/hr (7-0)
• Approved filling Account Clerk at $17.10-$18.82/hr (7-0)
• Approved creating/filling Secretary to the Sheriff (Temp) at $60,268/yr (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee met on July 27, 2021, to review reports from the Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Department of Social Services. The agenda included authorizing several small contracts for interpretation, transportation, and caregiver respite services. The most significant financial items involved renewing professional services contracts for foster care and subsidized childcare, with total allocations exceeding $1.2 million for the coming year.

• Renewal of four foster care contracts totaling approximately $1,224,100 for agencies including New Directions, The William George Agency, Berkshire Farm Center, and Gustavus Adolphus
• Authorization for a variable-amount contract with Pride & Joy Child Care for subsidized childcare services
• Approval of a $3,000 contract with Healthy Community Alliance for caregiver respite coaching
• Approval of a $2,000 contract with Castillo Languages for interpretation and translation services
• Acceptance of a $5,880 federal grant from NYS OCFS for Adult Protective Services clients

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee approved several resolutions, including professional services contracts for foster care services totaling over $1.2 million, a grant application for COVID-19-related Adult Protective Services, and two overnight travel authorizations. The committee also approved a proclamation declaring August as Child Support Awareness Month. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved foster care contracts with four agencies totaling up to $1,234,100 (7-0)
• Approved $5,880 NYS OCFS Adult Protective Services COVID-19 grant application (7-0)
• Approved renewal contract with Pride & Joy Child Care for subsidized childcare (7-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring August as Child Support Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved overnight travel for D. Dabolt to HIICAP conference, $350 (7-0)
• Approved overnight travel for A. Aldinger to ACUU conference, $500 (7-0)

Wyoming County Water Resource Agency

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency board is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, hear an administrator's activity report, and discuss new business including a strategic planning session and grant applications. They will also review the Silver Lake dredging project, a Covington project, and a septic system replacement grant for two systems at Java Lake.

• Approval of 4/22/2021 meeting minutes
• 2021 2nd Quarter Financial Report
• 2021-2022 Strategic Planning Session (Role of the Agency)
• Grant applications for NYS DOS LEG & LWRP Grants
• Silver Lake Dredging Project and septic replacement grant (2 systems) at Java Lake

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency board approved the April 22, 2021 minutes and the 2021 second quarter financial report, both by 5-0 votes with two members absent. The board discussed, but did not vote on, several proposals including reassigning septic system replacement, water sampling, and leak detection functions back to the county health department, and creating a full-time water operator position. The board also discussed leveraging American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funding for water and sewer projects, including a $65K next phase for the Silver Lake Dredging project, and directed staff to prepare a list of municipalities using ARPA funds for such projects.

• Approved April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2021 2nd quarter financial report (5-0, 2 absent)
• Discussed reassigning septic system replacement, water sampling, and leak detection to county health department (no vote)
• Discussed creating full-time water operator position to oversee 5-6 water districts (no vote)
• Discussed applying for NYS DOS LEG grant ($200K+) and LWRP grant ($120K) for meter replacement and Silver Lake dredging (no vote)
• Discussed $65K for next phase of Silver Lake Dredging project (no vote)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to consider setting the Sr. Planner salary at $55,000 per year with a potential $5,000 increase after one year, and to hold an executive session on a proposed real property acquisition. The meeting is held remotely with public observation via YouTube.

• Executive session to discuss proposed acquisition of real property
• Amend Salary Schedule D to set Sr. Planner salary at $55,000/year
• Eligibility for $5,000 salary increase after one year of service

The Finance Committee voted 8-0 (with one absent) to amend Salary Schedule D, setting the Sr. Planner salary in the Planning and Development department at $55,000 per year, with eligibility for a $5,000 increase after one year of service and successful performance. The committee also entered executive session to discuss a proposed real estate acquisition, with further review deferred to the County Attorney. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amendment to Salary Schedule D setting Sr. Planner salary at $55,000/year, with $5,000 increase after one year of service and successful performance (motion by Leuer, 8 ayes, 1 absent)
• Held executive session to discuss proposed acquisition of real property, referred for further review with County Attorney

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a privileged attorney-client discussion about a proposed real estate or securities transaction, a presentation on the Grandview Terrace community, and a discussion about establishing WCCH as a Public Benefit Corporation. The board is also planning attendance for upcoming events like Legislative Night at the Races and the NYSAC conference. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.

• Privileged attorney-client discussion on proposed acquisition, sale, or lease of real property or securities
• Grandview Terrace meet & greet with Community Manager Mary Nicholls
• Public Benefit Corporation discussion regarding WCCH, tabled May 26, 2020
• Legislative Night at the Races on August 25, 2021
• NYSAC Conference September 12-15, 2021 in Syracuse, NY

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors met as a Committee of the Whole on July 13, 2021, and held a privileged attorney-client discussion on real property acquisition, sale, or lease, referring it to the County Attorney for further review. No formal votes were taken on agenda items; the board discussed upcoming events, a Public Benefit Corporation proposal, and a potential foot bridge at the fairgrounds, but made no decisions.

• Referred privileged real estate discussion to County Attorney for further review.
• Held privileged attorney-client discussion per §4503, with all supervisors voting aye.
• Ended privileged discussion and resumed regular meeting by unanimous vote.
• No action taken on Legislative Night at the Races or NYSAC Conference attendance.
• No decision made on Public Benefit Corporation proposal; discussion only.
• No action taken on fairgrounds foot bridge; discussion only.

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is considering appointing James C. Bragg as Senior Planner in the Department of Planning & Development, effective July 19, 2021, with a starting salary of $55,000 per year and a potential $5,000 raise after one year. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Appointment of James C. Bragg, 550 12th Street, Niagara Falls, NY, to Sr. Planner
• Salary set at $55,000 per year, with $5,000 increase after one year of service
• Amendment to Salary Schedule D
• Effective date: July 19, 2021
• Meeting held remotely per Executive Order 202.1

The Planning Committee approved the appointment of James C. Bragg, of 550 12th Street, Niagara Falls, NY, to the position of Sr. Planner in the Department of Planning & Development, effective July 19, 2021. The committee also approved amending Salary Schedule D to set the salary at $55,000 per year, with eligibility for a $5,000 increase after one year of service and successful performance. Both motions passed with 7 ayes, 0 noes, and 1 absence (Kehl). The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Approved appointment of James C. Bragg as Sr. Planner, effective July 19, 2021 (7 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to Salary Schedule D setting salary at $55,000/year, with $5,000 increase after one year and successful performance (7 ayes, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 13, 2021, with a public hearing on proposed modifications to Agriculture District No. 5. The board will vote on 32 resolutions, including consent items covering fund transfers, grant applications, contracts, and amendments, as well as non-consent items like salary schedule changes. Key actions include appropriating $3.08 million for a hospital lab transformation grant, opposing state bills, and supporting grant applications for water quality and efficiency.

• Appropriate $3,078,848 for WCCH Lab Transformation Grant
• Appropriate $912,541.11 for highway funding from NYSDOT
• Approve $16,771.79 for a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu for Health Department
• Oppose NYS Senate Bill S4264-A and Assembly Bill 6967
• Public hearing on modifications to Agriculture District No. 5

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved 34 resolutions, including establishing a $3,078,848 grant for the Wyoming County Community Health System and modifying Agricultural District No. 5 by adding 5,783 acres and consolidating acreage from other districts. The board also approved over $527,000 in insurance premiums, multiple contracts, and various personnel and salary changes. All votes were carried with 14 ayes, 0 noes, and 1 absence (Attica).

• Approved $3,078,848 WCCH Facility Transformation Program II grant (14-0-1)
• Modified Agricultural District No. 5, adding 5,783 acres and consolidating from other districts (14-0-1)
• Approved $527,920.38 in 2021-2022 insurance premiums (14-0-1)
• Approved $912,541.11 in highway fund appropriations for CHIPs/PaveNY/EWR (14-0-1)
• Approved $109,700 Picone Construction airlock entry to Rotunda contract (14-0-1)
• Adopted 2021 Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan (14-0-1)
• Appointed James C. Bragg as Senior Planner, $55,000 salary (14-0-1)
• Opposed NYS Senate Bill S4264-A and Assembly Bill A6967 (14-0-1)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several financial matters, including contract amendments, new professional service agreements, and grant applications. Items include extending a workers' compensation administrator contract, approving IT contracts for software and services, and authorizing a grant application for shared services. The committee will also consider a hospital utilization agreement and insurance renewals.

• Amend Resolution #20-481 to extend Worker's Compensation Program Administrator contract through 12/31/2021
• Authorize contract with Avenu Insights and Analytics for conversion services up to $48,000
• Authorize ESRI GIS software contract up to $11,100
• Authorize ePlus VMware maintenance contract up to $11,397.57
• Authorize HOLOGIC utilization agreement for hospital supplies up to $300,000 over 3 years

The Finance Committee approved a salary increase for the Deputy Director of the Office for the Aging, raising it by $8,600 to $55,125, effective July 13, 2021, with one dissenting vote. The committee also approved several contracts, including a $48,000 extension with Avenu Insights for financial system conversion services, and authorized travel for staff to attend conferences. Additionally, they approved multiple appropriations, including $3,078,848 for a hospital facility transformation grant and $912,541 for highway paving, funded by state aid.

• Approved salary increase for OFA Deputy Director to $55,125 (7-1, Kehl dissenting)
• Approved $48,000 contract extension with Avenu Insights for financial system conversion (7-1, Brunner dissenting)
• Approved $11,100 contract with ESRI for GIS software
• Approved $11,397.57 maintenance agreement with ePlus for VMware software
• Approved $1,320/month fiber connection contract with Frontier Communications
• Approved $300,000 utilization agreement with Hologic for hospital supplies
• Approved $3,078,848 appropriation for hospital facility transformation grant
• Approved $912,541 appropriation for highway paving from state aid

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss highway and bridge updates, including a significant increase in state funding for CHIPs, PaveNY, and EWR programs, and to consider several contracts and transfers. They will also review a bid for material crushing services and discuss snow contracts for the 2022-2023 season. The meeting includes both in-person and remote participation options.

• Appropriation of $912,541.11 from Consolidated Highway Aid for bituminous products
• Bid award for material crushing services (amount not specified)
• Contract with Hoffman Land Surveying for Sheldon Bridge #34 layout services, up to $1,000
• Contract with Seal-A-Deal for sealing/striping at DSS, up to $13,000
• Contract with Siemens for new fire panel at Government Center, up to $21,855.57

The Public Works Committee approved a $912,541.11 appropriation for bituminous products funded by increased state highway aid, and authorized a $30,000 contract with Villager Construction for material crushing. It also approved contracts for building maintenance, including a $13,000 sealing/striping job, a $21,855.57 fire panel installation, and a $15,812 HVAC maintenance agreement. The committee authorized a $109,700 airlock construction contract and a $6,742.40 sprinkler installation for the courthouse rotunda project, and entered executive session to discuss an employee's performance history.

• Approved $912,541.11 appropriation for bituminous products, funded by Consolidated Highway Aid.
• Authorized $30,000 bid award to Villager Construction for material crushing services.
• Approved $13,000 contract with Seal-A-Deal for sealing and striping at the Department of Social Services.
• Authorized $21,855.57 contract with Siemens Industry for a new fire panel at the Government Center.
• Approved $15,812 contract with MJ Mechanical for HVAC preventative maintenance at county buildings.
• Authorized $109,700 contract with Picone Construction for the courthouse rotunda airlock entry.
• Approved $6,742.40 contract with Johnson Controls for sprinkler installation in the new airlock.
• Entered executive session to discuss the employment history of a particular employee.

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing several professional service contracts, including 9-1-1 equipment upgrades and law enforcement services for Letchworth Central School. The body is also discussing personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and County Jail, as well as a grant for dispatching expenses.

• Contract with Wilmac Business Equipment Co Inc for NICE equipment upgrades not to exceed $47,014.00
• Grant application with NYS Division of Homeland Security for dispatching expenses of at least $113,897.00
• Law enforcement contract with Letchworth Central School at rates of $53.26 to $55.78 per hour
• Contract with ESO for an emergency medical ePCR platform not to exceed $10,498.50
• Repair services contract with Pride Commercial Appliance Service not to exceed $2,500.00

The Public Safety Committee approved several contracts and resolutions, including a law enforcement services contract with Letchworth Central School, a NICE equipment upgrade for 911, a grant application for public safety call-taking, a Mutualink Edge software agreement, and an ePCR platform contract. The committee also approved appropriations for the Public Defender and District Attorney offices, and adopted the Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan. All votes were 6-0 with two absences.

• Approved contract with Letchworth Central School for law enforcement services, not to exceed $53.26/hr (Sept-Dec 2021) and $55.78/hr (Jan-Jun 2022).
• Approved contract with Wilmac Business Equipment for NICE equipment upgrade, not to exceed $47,014.00.
• Approved grant application with NYS Division of Homeland Security for $113,897.00 for public safety call-taking.
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with NYS for Mutualink Edge software, no cost to county.
• Approved contract with ESO for ePCR platform, not to exceed $10,498.50.
• Approved appropriation of $10,498.50 for ePCR software, funded by participating agencies.
• Adopted the Wyoming County Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Approved disposal of surplus communications towers and equipment.

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Health Committee is meeting to consider several Health Department personnel actions, including abolishing two Nurse Practitioner positions and creating new per-diem and full-time nursing roles. The committee will also vote on amending a state contract to increase funding by $81,939 and authorizing a vehicle purchase, with several COVID-19 grant items up for discussion.

• Abolish two Nurse Practitioner positions (PT .6 fte #066.311 and FT 1.0 fte #023.197) effective July 14, 2021
• Create/fill per-diem Nurse Practitioner at $52.00/hr and Community Health Nurse II at $26.65-$30.16/hr
• Amend Resolution 20-288: increase NYSDOH contract by $81,939, extend to 12/31/2021
• Authorize vehicle bid piggyback for one 2022 Chevrolet Malibu, not to exceed $16,771.79 from VanBortel Chevrolet
• Discussion: COVID-19 vaccination fee revenue, $324,210 ELC contact tracing funds, $986,114 school reopening grant

The Public Health Committee voted 7-0 to approve several health department personnel actions, including abolishing a part-time Nurse Practitioner position and a full-time Public Health Nurse position, creating a per diem Nurse Practitioner role at $52/hr, creating a Community Health Nurse II position, and amending the salary schedule for a per diem Nurse Practitioner to $55/hr. The committee also approved an amended contract with NYSDOH increasing funding by $81,939 and extending the end date to 12/31/2021, and authorized the purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu for $16,771.79. All actions were referred to the Finance Committee for further action.

• Approved abolishing Nurse Practitioner (PT .6 FTE) position #066.311 effective 7/14/2021 (7-0)
• Approved creating/filling per diem Nurse Practitioner at $52/hr effective 7/14/2021 (7-0)
• Approved abolishing Public Health Nurse (FT 1.0 FTE) position #023.197 effective 7/13/2021 (7-0)
• Approved creating/filling Community Health Nurse II (FT 1.0 FTE) at $26.65-$30.16/hr effective 7/19/2021 (7-0)
• Approved amending Schedule S to set per diem Nurse Practitioner salary at $55/hr effective 7/14/2021 (7-0)
• Approved amending contract with NYSDOH to increase funding by $81,939 and extend end date to 12/31/2021 (7-0)
• Approved vehicle bid for one 2022 Chevrolet Malibu from VanBortel Chevrolet, not to exceed $16,771.79 (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a resolution opposing New York's Climate and Community Investment Act, a solid waste inter-municipal contract, and multiple grant applications for water infrastructure and waterfront revitalization. They will also receive updates on county zoning and planning staff positions.

• Review of Rensselaer County resolution opposing NYS Senate Bill S.4264-A and Assembly Bill A.6967 (Climate and Community Investment Act)
• Resolution to approve GLOW Region Solid Waste Management Committee Inter-Municipal Cooperation Contract
• Authorize Chairman to sign lease for postage machine (Neo-post-IX-5AF) at Ag & Business Center, $165.41/month for 63 months, not to exceed $10,420.83
• Authorize Chairman to sign grant application for Local Government Efficiency Grant for water meter replacement, $270,000
• Authorize Chairman to sign grant application for Local Waterfront Revitalization Planning Grant for Silver Lake, $120,000

The Wyoming County Planning Committee approved multiple grant applications and resolutions, including a $270,000 Local Government Efficiency Grant for water meter replacement and a $120,000 Local Waterfront Revitalization Planning Grant for Silver Lake. The committee also approved a postage machine lease and a resolution opposing the Climate and Community Investment Act. A new ZEO, Kelly Simkins, was announced, and the committee recommended creating a part-time Administrative Assistant position for zoning.

• Approved resolution opposing NYS Climate and Community Investment Act (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved GLOW Region Solid Waste Management Committee Inter-Municipal Cooperation Contract (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved postage machine lease with Quadient Leasing USA, $165.41/month, not to exceed $10,420.83 (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $270,000 grant application for water meter replacement, meter reading and billing system (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution supporting Wyoming County Water Resource Agency as lead applicant for water meter grant (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $120,000 Local Waterfront Revitalization Planning Grant for Silver Lake (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution supporting Wyoming County Water Resource Agency as lead applicant for waterfront grant (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $9,775 appropriation for unbudgeted water sampling for PFOA, PFOS and 1,4 Dioxane (7-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committees are meeting to discuss routine updates including DEC giant hogweed control, animal control reports, and Cooperative Extension and Soil & Water updates. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions listed, and includes a notice about audit notification procedures.

• Review DEC Giant Hogweed Control Summary
• Amend Schedule S to remove Laborer position (004.144) from Animal Control salary schedule
• Review NYS Ag. & Markets Dog Control Officer and Municipal Shelter Inspection Reports (05/25/21)
• Puppy Playground Reveal & Celebration at Wyoming County Animal Shelter, July 25, 2021
• Review Spring 2021 Wyoming County Project Spotlight

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committees met jointly on June 30, 2021, with no formal motions or votes recorded. They reviewed the DEC Giant Hogweed Control Summary, heard updates from Animal Control and Cooperative Extension, and discussed the county forester's upcoming presentation on oak tree infestation and Gypsy moths. The meeting adjourned at 11:47 AM.

• No formal motions or votes were taken during the meeting.
• Reviewed DEC Giant Hogweed Control Summary.
• Heard Animal Control update, including a referral to the Finance Committee to remove a Laborer position from the salary schedule.
• Discussed Cooperative Extension updates, including 4-H fair participation and bee-keeping regulation changes.
• Agreed to invite County Forester Eric Stawitzky to the next Agriculture Committee meeting to discuss oak tree infestation and Gypsy moths.
• Meeting adjourned at 11:47 AM.

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee is reviewing personnel actions across multiple departments, including several jail position changes, and discussing a home rule request to extend the local mortgage recording tax. The agenda also covers records retention, grant applications, and routine appropriations. No final votes are recorded in the agenda document.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by 1/4% through 11/30/2024; state bills S.04484 and A.06183 passed Assembly 06/09/21
• Jail: fill Meal Deliverer ($12.50/hr), abolish Food Service Helper, create Assistant Cook ($14.99-$16.22/hr), create 2 per diem Food Service Helpers ($14.74-$15.96/hr), increase Assistant Cook FTE to 1.0
• Sheriff: fill Dispatcher position ($19.78-$24.12/hr) vacated by Kaylee Anderson
• Health Dept: abolish 2 Nurse Practitioner positions, create per diem NP ($52.00/hr) and Community Health Nurse II ($26.65-$30.16/hr)
• Appropriation of $17,866.21 for unused benefit time for resigned employee Janet Bensman

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee approved a series of personnel actions, including filling and creating positions at the jail, abolishing two nurse practitioner positions, and creating new health department roles. They also approved a travel authorization for the County Attorney to attend a conference and an appropriation to pay unused benefit time for a resigned employee. The committee discussed but took no action on a home rule request to extend the local mortgage recording tax and a DMV appointment-only complaint.

• Approved disposal of old lever action voting machine stored since 2012 (Motion: Grant, 6 ayes).
• Approved overnight travel for County Attorney J. Wujcik to CAASNY Annual Meeting, Sept 13-14, 2021 (Motion: Kehl, 6 ayes).
• Approved $17,866.21 appropriation to pay unused benefit time for resigned employee Janet Bensman (Motion: Becker, 6 ayes).
• Approved $125.00 appropriation from gifts/donations for archival supplies (Motion: Leuer, 6 ayes).
• Approved filling one Meal Deliverer position at the Jail at $12.50/hr (Motion: Brunner, 6 ayes).
• Approved abolishing Food Service Helper and creating/filling Assistant Cook position at Jail (Motion: Brunner, 6 ayes).
• Approved creating/filling two per diem Food Service Helper positions at Jail (Motion: Brunner, 6 ayes).
• Approved increasing Assistant Cook FTE from .80 to 1.00 at Jail (Motion: Brunner, 6 ayes).

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will review and potentially approve several grant applications and contracts, including a $175,982 NY Connects grant and a $168,413 emergency grant from the NYS Office for the Aging. They will also hear reports from Veterans Services, Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Department of Social Services, and consider a position fill and a budget transfer for a shredder. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube and Zoom.

• Authorize signing NY Connects grant contract up to $175,982 with NYS Office for the Aging
• Authorize signing emergency grant application for $168,413 with NYS Office for the Aging
• Authorize signing $1,020 NYS Parks grant for youth trip to Niagara Falls
• Fill one Principal Social Services Program Specialist position (Grade 15, $21.35-$24.83/hr)
• Transfer $1,312.99 for P-7 shredder required by IRS audit

The Human Services Committee approved several grant applications and contracts, including a $175,982 NY Connects grant from the NYS Office for the Aging, a $168,413 emergency grant for disaster relief, and a $1,020 grant for a youth trip to Niagara Falls. It also approved a $1,312.99 budget transfer for a shredder and participation in the Health Leadership Fellow Program. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent.

• Approved $175,982 NY Connects grant contract with NYS Office for the Aging (motion by Roberts, 5-0).
• Approved $168,413 emergency grant application with NYS Office for the Aging (motion by King, 5-0).
• Approved $1,020 grant for youth trip to Niagara Falls with NYS Parks (motion by Brunner, 5-0).
• Approved $1,020 budget transfer for youth trip expenses (motion by Roberts, 5-0).
• Approved participation in Health Leadership Fellow Program (motion by Roberts, 5-0).
• Approved foster care service contracts with Rebecca Anderson and Northeast Parent & Child Society (motion by Brunner, 5-0).
• Noted FYI contracts under $3,000, including Independent Living of the Genesee Region and C & F Transport, with no vote taken.
• Discussed ARPA funding for Community Action but took no action.

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole will consider reopening committee and board meetings to the public, and will vote on supporting state legislation allowing the village of Perry to hire non-resident planning and zoning officials. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Motion to open committee and board meetings to the public
• Support for S.5877-B and A7232-A, allowing village of Perry to hire non-resident planning board members, zoning board of appeals members, or zoning officers
• Discussion on Grandview Terrace with community manager Mary Nicholls
• Discussion on Public Benefit Corporation proposal for WCCH, tabled May 26, 2020

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved a letter of support for state bills S.5877-B and A7232-A, which would allow the village of Perry to hire non-resident planning and zoning officials. The board also discussed reopening meetings to the public, with no date set, and entered executive session to discuss an employee's performance history.

• Approved letter of support for S.5877-B and A7232-A (15-0, 1 absent)
• Entered executive session to discuss employee performance history (all voted aye)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and vote on Local Law No. 1, which would allow 12- and 13-year-old licensed hunters to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow under adult supervision. The board will also consider a consent agenda with over 40 resolutions, including contracts, grants, fund transfers, and appointments.

• Public hearing and adoption of Local Law No. 1, 2021 (Introductory A) allowing 12-13 year olds to hunt deer with firearm/crossbow under adult supervision
• Resolution 2: Transfer $180,000 for roof replacement projects at county buildings
• Resolution 3: Appropriate $23,000 to replace a county vehicle totaled in a March 26, 2021 accident
• Resolution 4: Accept $15,605 grant from NYS Office for the Aging for COVID-19 vaccination access for older adults
• Resolution 14-17: Endorse farmland protection grants for Table Rock Farm, Sunny Knoll Farm, The Cedars, and Gardeau Crest Farm

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors adopted Local Law No. 1, Year 2021, authorizing 12 and 13 year old licensed hunters to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow under the supervision of a licensed adult age 21 or older. The board also approved several contracts, including a $77,800 flat roof repair contract with Spring Sheet Metal & Roofing, LLC and a $77,000 roof replacement contract with Kircher Construction, Inc. for the Animal Shelter and Public Defender's building. Additionally, the board endorsed four farmland protection grant applications and approved a $30,000 increase to the University at Buffalo Surgeons, Inc. contract, which passed with opposition from Arcade, Eagle, Genesee Falls, and Perry.

• Adopted Local Law No. 1 allowing 12-13 year olds to hunt deer with firearm or crossbow under adult supervision
• Approved $77,800 contract with Spring Sheet Metal & Roofing, LLC for flat roof repairs at Government Center, Rotunda, and Jail
• Approved $77,000 contract with Kircher Construction, Inc. for roof replacements at Animal Shelter and Public Defender's building
• Endorsed farmland protection grant applications for Table Rock Farm, Sunny Knoll Farm, The Cedars, and Gardeau Crest Farm
• Approved $30,000 increase to University at Buffalo Surgeons, Inc. contract (1170-429)
• Approved $180,000 transfer for roof replacement projects at various County buildings
• Approved $2,196,649.62 in payments for May 2021
• Appointed Nicole Hastings to Industrial Development Agency Board of Directors

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to review financial reports, approve appropriations, and discuss various contracts and agreements. Key items include a $142,716 snowmobile grant, hospital contract amendments, and tax cancellations for exempt properties.

• Appropriation of $20,500 for professional services (Three-Plus-One financial services)
• Cancellation of taxes for DEC parcels in Orangeville and Sheldon (exempt properties)
• Tuition reimbursement for Deputy County Treasurer Robin LaWall ($1,468.27 for summer semester)
• Snowmobile grant application and contract with Wyoming County Snowmobile Federation for $142,716
• Hospital contract amendments: Telco Construction change order +$16,695, UB Surgeons increase to $290,000/year, lab renovation change orders totaling $148,247

The Wyoming County Finance Committee approved a series of resolutions, including a $1.05 million not-to-exceed amount for the general trades contract in the laboratory renovation project, and authorized several hospital-related agreements, including a $230,000 asset purchase from Abbasey Medical and a $272,231 annual employment agreement for an internal medicine physician. The committee also approved multiple appropriations, position fills, and contract amendments, all with unanimous votes (9-0 or 7-0 after two members lost connection). The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19, and the livestream failed due to an internet switch issue.

• Approved $20,500 appropriation for Three-Plus-One financial services (9-0)
• Approved $500 appropriation for Munis implementation overtime (9-0)
• Approved cancellation of taxes for two DEC parcels in Orangeville and Sheldon (9-0)
• Approved $1,468.27 tuition reimbursement for Deputy County Treasurer (9-0)
• Approved $190,513 not-to-exceed amount for A.J. O'Dell Foundation renovation change order (9-0)
• Approved $290,000 annual not-to-exceed for UB Surgeons general surgery services (9-0)
• Approved $1.05M not-to-exceed for lab renovation general trades contract (9-0)
• Approved $72,233.75/year lease with Werfen USA for lab equipment (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider awarding contracts for roof repairs at county buildings, including the Government Center, Rotunda, Jail, Animal Shelter, and Public Defender building, with a total project cost of $180,000 including contingency. They will also discuss a bridge replacement project on NY-19 over Oatka Creek, and review several highway department staffing changes.

• Award bid to Spring Sheet Metal & Roofing for flat roof repairs at Government Center, Rotunda, Jail, not to exceed $77,800
• Award bid to Kircher Construction for steel roof replacement at Animal Shelter ($44,000) and Public Defender building ($33,000), total $77,000
• Authorize contract with Key Power Systems for emergency generator maintenance, not to exceed $10,510
• Transfer $180,000 from interfund to roofing project account
• Discussion of NY-19 over Oatka Creek bridge replacement project for 2022-2023, with Saltvale Road as detour

The Public Works Committee approved a $180,000 roof replacement project covering the Government Center, Rotunda, Jail, Public Defender building, and Animal Shelter, including a $25,200 contingency. The committee also approved contracts for emergency generator maintenance ($10,510), flat roof repairs ($77,800), steel roof replacement ($77,000), and asphalt field density testing (up to $15,000 per contract). All votes were unanimous (8-0 or 9-0) with one absence on early items.

• Approved $180,000 roof replacement project with contingency (9-0)
• Approved $77,800 flat roof repair contract with Spring Sheet Metal & Roofing (8-0)
• Approved $77,000 steel roof replacement contract with Kircher Construction (9-0)
• Approved $10,510 emergency generator maintenance contract with Key Power Systems (8-0)
• Approved up to $15,000 per contract for asphalt field density testing with three vendors (9-0)
• Approved boiler/HVAC preventative maintenance bid authorization (8-0)
• Approved disposal of surplus 1-inch pleated filters (8-0)
• Approved $180,000 transfer from Interfund Transfer to Roofing Project (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing several professional service contracts and grant applications. The body is also discussing personnel fills for the Sheriff's office and a proposed new fee for large scale solar projects.

• Proposed $150 per MW fee for large scale solar
• Contract with Fred A. Nudd Corporation for tower inspection not to exceed $5,575.00
• Software maintenance contract with AutoMon LLC not to exceed $6,818.30
• Grant application to US Dept of Justice for bullet proof vests
• RFP award to Bruce James dba B-Com for consulting at $75.00 per hour

The Public Safety Committee approved several resolutions including a $5,575 tower inspection contract, a $75/hour consulting RFP award, a $6,818.30 software maintenance contract, an electronic monitoring services contract, and a $17,355 grant application for probation programs. They also approved a $30,200 grant for the District Attorney's office, a $5,500 appropriation for a psychological evaluation, a $3,700 data storage contract, a procurement card for the 9-1-1 coordinator, a bulletproof vest grant application, and the surplus of obsolete equipment. The committee also supported a Safe Transaction Zone at the Public Safety Building and discussed various operational updates.

• Approved $5,575 tower inspection contract with Fred A. Nudd Corp (6-0)
• Approved RFP award to Bruce James dba B-Com at $75/hour for grant oversight (6-0)
• Approved $6,818.30 software maintenance contract with AutoMon LLC (6-0)
• Approved electronic monitoring contract with BI Incorporated (6-0)
• Approved $17,355 grant application for Alternatives to Incarceration programs (6-0)
• Approved $30,200 Aid to Prosecution grant application (6-0)
• Approved $5,500 appropriation for psychological evaluation in People v. Priel (6-0)
• Approved surplus of VHS camcorder and thermal imaging camera (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Wyoming County Agriculture and Green Energy Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including creating a temporary per-diem laborer position for Animal Control, reviewing farmland protection program changes and applications, and considering modifications to Agricultural District No. 5. The meeting is closed to in-person public access due to COVID-19, but can be observed via the Board of Supervisors YouTube channel.

• Create/fill one per-diem Laborer position at $12.50/hour for Animal Control, available June 9, 2021 through the Animal Control Officer's medical leave
• Review changes to Purchase of Development Rights Program for Round 18 funding and consider resolution supporting NYS PDR applications from Table Rock Farm, Sunny Knoll Farm, The Cedars, and Gardeau Crest Farm
• Set public hearing to modify Agricultural District No. 5
• Review final report for NYS Agriculture Non-Point Source Pollution Abatement & Control Program (Round 25)
• Nomination of Supervisor Brunner to Governor's Farmland Protection Working Group

The Agriculture Committee approved resolutions supporting NYS Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) applications for four farms: Table Rock Farm, Sunny Knoll Farm, The Cedars, and Gardeau Crest Farm. It also approved a motion to modify the expiration date for a temporary Animal Control laborer position, approved a booth request for the Wyoming County Fair, set a public hearing for Agricultural District No. 5 modifications, and proclaimed June 2021 as Dairy Month.

• Approved resolution supporting NYS PDR application for Table Rock Farm (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS PDR application for Sunny Knoll Farm (7-0, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS PDR application for The Cedars (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved resolution supporting NYS PDR application for Gardeau Crest Farm (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved modification of expiration date for temporary Animal Control laborer position (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Animal Friends booth at Wyoming County Fair (8-0, 1 absent)
• Set public hearing for Agricultural District No. 5 modifications for July 13, 2021 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Proclaimed June 2021 as Dairy Month in Wyoming County (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several personnel actions, including filling the Director of Environmental Health position and adjusting related salaries. They will also consider a contract for catering the Dwyer Picnic, vehicle purchases, and other administrative items. The meeting is closed to the public but can be viewed on YouTube.

• Authorize contract with Corral Custom Catering up to $5,000 for Dwyer Picnic
• Fill Director of Environmental Health position at $73,000/year
• Amend Salary Schedule S: set director salary, remove $18,769 stipend, set deputy director salary to $7,000
• Appropriate $23,000 to replace vehicle totaled in MVA
• Approve $1,500 billboard advertising for Navigator Program

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee approved a contract with Corral Custom Catering for the Dwyer Picnic, not to exceed $5,000, and approved several other items including a vehicle purchase and procurement card. The committee also discussed but did not vote on several personnel and salary changes, which were referred to the Finance Committee.

• Approved $5,000 catering contract with Corral Custom Catering for Dwyer Picnic (7-0)
• Approved going out to bid for a four-door sedan to replace vehicle totaled in MVA (7-0)
• Approved $1,021.21 appropriation for towing/storage reimbursement from insurance (7-0)
• Approved $23,000 appropriation for new vehicle, funded by insurance and state aid (7-0)
• Approved $500 procurement card for PH Technician Ryan Hamilton (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing several departmental updates including a temporary Water Resources Specialist position and an IDA Board appointment. The agenda also includes reports on the Countywide Zoning Program and a postage machine upgrade at the Ag Center.

• Appointment of Nicole Hastings to the Industrial Development Agency Board for a three-year term
• Creation of a temporary Water Resources Specialist position with $19,000.00 total compensation
• Postage machine upgrade at Ag Center resulting in a cost increase of $51.09 per month
• Update regarding transferring an Account Clerk into ZEO duties
• Operational update regarding the Silver Lake Dredging Project

The Planning Committee approved a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign a Congressionally Directed Spending grant application for the Silver Lake Dredging project, seeking a minimum of $3.2 million. The committee also discussed updates on the planner position, GIS technician, and a water resources specialist position, but no formal decisions were made on those items. The meeting included an executive session on real property acquisition.

• Approved grant application for Silver Lake Dredging project (7-0, 1 absent)
• Appointed Nicole Hastings to IDA Board of Directors for 3-year term (7-0, 1 absent)
• Entered executive session to discuss real property acquisition (all voted aye)
• Ended executive session and continued regular meeting (all voted aye)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee will discuss and potentially act on creating or filling numerous county positions, including highway, health, sheriff, and IT roles. They will also review a home rule request to extend the county mortgage recording tax and consider a local law to continue the tax. The meeting is closed to the public but can be viewed via YouTube.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by 1/4% through 11/30/2024
• Create two Interim County Highway Superintendent positions at $45/hr
• Create Construction Project Coordinator position at $50/hr, not to exceed $10,000
• Fill Director of Environmental Health position at $73,000/year
• Fill Deputy Sheriff (PT) at $25.45-$27.43/hr

The Human Resource Committee approved all 14 personnel actions on the agenda, including creating two interim County Highway Superintendent positions, filling deputy and full Highway Superintendent roles, and various other hires across departments. All votes were unanimous (9-0) except for the Construction Project Coordinator position, which passed 8-1 with Supervisor Grant dissenting. The committee also entered executive session to discuss an employee's performance history and pending litigation.

• Approved two Interim County Highway Superintendent positions at $45/hr (9-0)
• Approved Deputy County Highway Superintendent position fill (9-0)
• Approved Highway Superintendent position fill (9-0)
• Approved Laborer position for Animal Control at $12.50/hr (9-0)
• Approved IT Administrative Assistant position at $19.16-$23.53/hr (9-0)
• Approved Sheriff Dispatcher position fill at $19.78-$26.75/hr (9-0)
• Approved Deputy Sheriff (PT) position fill at $25.45-$27.43/hr (9-0)
• Approved Construction Project Coordinator position at $50/hr, not to exceed $10,000 (8-1, Grant no)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will consider amendments to grants and contracts, including adding $120,000 to a CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant for rental assistance, bringing the total to $290,367. They will also review contracts for preschool transportation and services, and discuss updates from Veterans Services, Office for the Aging, and Youth Bureau.

• Amend Res. 21-154: add $120,000 to ESG grant for ERAP, total $290,367
• Bid award to Attica Bus Service for Letchworth and Springville preschool routes
• Bid award to C & F Transportation for preschooler disability transport
• Contract with Community Missions of Niagara Frontier for SED children, up to $14,500
• Grant application with NYS Office for the Aging for ADRC Vaccine Access, $15,605

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee approved an amendment adding $120,000 to the CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, bringing the total to $290,367. The committee also authorized several contracts for preschool transportation and services, and approved a grant application for vaccine access funding. All votes were 6-0 with Supervisor Roberts absent.

• Approved $120,000 increase to CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant for rental assistance, total $290,367 (6-0)
• Approved grant application for NYS Office for the Aging ADRC Vaccine Access funding, minimum $15,605 (6-0)
• Approved bid award to Attica Bus Service for Letchworth and Pre-School Learning Center transportation routes (6-0)
• Approved bid award to C & F Transportation for preschooler disability transport services (6-0)
• Approved professional service contracts with Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center and Room to Bloom Therapy (6-0)
• Approved contract with Keshequa Central School for preschool related and special education services (6-0)
• Rescinded duplicate resolution 19-010 for Clinical Associates of the Finger Lakes contract (6-0)
• Approved amended contract with Community Missions of Niagara Frontier for SED children residential services, up to $14,500 (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Finance Committee is meeting remotely to discuss and potentially act on a single agenda item: a resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Snyder Corp. and/or Beaver Hollow Wellness, LLC. The meeting is closed to in-person public access due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via the BOS YouTube channel. No other substantive items are listed.

• Resolution approving Memorandum of Understanding with Snyder Corp. and/or Beaver Hollow Wellness, LLC

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with Snyder Corp. and/or Beaver Hollow Wellness, LLC. The committee also discussed an unpaid annual contribution to the Genesee Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council, with the clerk tasked to follow up. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approved resolution for MOU with Snyder Corp. and/or Beaver Hollow Wellness, LLC (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a presentation from the Treasurer's Office, updates on community programs, and a discussion about establishing WCCH as a Public Benefit Corporation. The meeting is closed to the public but can be observed via YouTube.

• Treasurer's Office presentation on 'Three + One'
• Grandview Terrace meet & greet and program explanation
• Update on Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park
• Discussion of Public Benefit Corporation for WCCH

The Board of Supervisors held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They received a presentation on the county's investment portfolio, discussed the American Recovery Plan allocation of $7.742M, and noted a Home Rule request for extending a mortgage recording tax. No motions were made or carried.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 43 resolutions, including fund transfers and appropriations, contract authorizations, and proclamations. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed on YouTube.

• Funds transferred to Mental Health accounts ($1,614.75) and appropriated to various accounts ($129,567.45 total)
• Chairman authorized to sign grant applications with NYS Office for the Aging ($164,993 and $45,928.20)
• Contracts authorized for Office for the Aging with WCJW ($14,400) and Youth Bureau preschool services
• Bids awarded to Columbia Utilities Power, LLC and Constellation Energy Corp. for county buildings
• Public hearing set for Introductory Local Law No. A Year 2021

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved a large consent agenda of resolutions, including fund transfers and appropriations, contract awards and amendments, grant applications, and appointments. A public hearing was set for a proposed local law to allow 12- and 13-year-old licensed hunters to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow under adult supervision. The board also accepted a memorandum of understanding with Snyder Corp. and/or Beaver Hollow Wellness, LLC.

• Approved funds transferred to various 2021 accounts (Res. 21-211)
• Approved funds appropriated to various 2021 accounts (Res. 21-212)
• Set public hearing for June 8, 2021 on local law authorizing 12-13 year old hunters to hunt deer with firearm/crossbow (Res. 21-236)
• Authorized bid award and contract with Columbia Utilities Power, LLC for gas supply (Res. 21-233)
• Authorized bid award and contract with Constellation Energy Corp for electric supply (Res. 21-234)
• Approved various contract amendments for Wyoming County Community Health System (Res. 21-241 through 21-251)
• Amended salary schedules P, X, and G for County Community Health System and Health Department (Res. 21-252)
• Accepted memorandum of understanding with Snyder Corp. and/or Beaver Hollow Wellness, LLC (Res. 21-254)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to consider a range of financial actions, primarily involving contracts for the county hospital and information technology services. The agenda includes approving or amending multiple professional service agreements, such as those for telephone services, staffing, and software, as well as adjustments to county salary schedules. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation available via YouTube.

• Authorize a 3-year contract with Frontier Communications for SIP telephone services, up to $3,507.98 monthly.
• Approve a $6,000 contract with Dox Electronics for configuring Exchange Server 2016.
• Amend the Nurse Connection staffing agreement, extending it to 2024 and reducing the annual cap to $175,000.
• Approve a $415,000 interdepartmental agreement for shared HR services with the County.
• Amend salary schedules to abolish and create positions, including a Family Practice Physician and Licensed Practical Nurse.

The Wyoming County Finance Committee approved a series of contracts and amendments, including extending the Nurse Connection staffing agreement through 2024 and reducing its annual cap to $175,000, and extending the Quinlan's Pharmacy contract through 2023. They also approved several hospital-related service agreements, including a new software license with Dashboard MD and a legal engagement with Garfunkel Wild. Additionally, the committee approved multiple salary schedule amendments and position fills, including abolishing a Family Practice Physician position and creating a new Licensed Practical Nurse position.

• Approved Frontier Communications SIP telephone services contract, up to $3,507.98/month (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Dox Electronics contract for exchange server configuration, up to $6,000 (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved increase of IT Director's procurement card limit to $5,000 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to Nurse Connection staffing agreement, extending to 2024 and reducing cap to $175,000/year (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to Quinlan's Pharmacy contract, extending to 2023 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved HR shared services interdepartmental agreement renewal, up to $415,000 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Dashboard MD software license agreement, $13,935 implementation plus $1,400/month (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Garfunkel Wild legal engagement, up to $10,000/month (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee is meeting to consider awarding contracts for gas and electric supply at county buildings, amending several existing service contracts, and approving an appropriation for property renovations. The committee will also discuss highway department reports, a road use agreement for a wind farm, and other operational items.

• Bid award to Columbia Utilities Power for gas supply at $.320/therm, 2021-2024
• Bid award to Constellation Energy for electric supply at .04366/kwh, 2021-2024
• Amend Waste Management contract by $6,500 (total not to exceed $15,000) for recycling and dumpster services
• Appropriate $10,000 for materials for tenant build-out on first floor of county building
• Amend NOMAD Enterprises contract to add Royce Rd Cemetery lawn maintenance, total not to exceed $9,160

The Public Works Committee approved several contract amendments and new energy supply contracts. These included amendments for waste management, lawn maintenance, cleaning services, and a road repair contract, as well as new gas and electric supply agreements. The committee also authorized a road use agreement with Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC and an appropriation for property renovations.

• Approved Thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp. elevator repair contract up to $5,000 (7-0)
• Approved amended Waste Management contract adding recycling/dumpster services, increased by $6,500 to $15,000 (7-0)
• Approved amended NOMAD Enterprises contract adding Royce Rd Cemetery maintenance, total not to exceed $9,160 (8-0)
• Approved amended Warren's Commercial Cleaning contract adding Public Safety/Government Center cleaning, total not to exceed $97,550.50 (8-0)
• Approved $10,000 appropriation for Ag. and Business Center tenant build-out materials (8-0)
• Approved Columbia Utilities Power gas supply contract at $0.320/therm (8-0)
• Approved Constellation Energy electric supply contract at $0.04366/kwh (8-0)
• Approved amended Pavilion Drainage Supply contract adding French Road guide rail repair, total not to exceed $83,000 (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing a local law regarding 12 and 13-year-old hunters using firearms or crossbows under supervision. The meeting also includes discussions on sheriff enforcement contracts, emergency management grants, and the disposal of surplus vehicles.

• Introduction of Local Law A, 2021 regarding 12 and 13-year-old licensed hunters
• Contract with Town of Covington for V&T Law enforcement on Route 63 up to $15,000.00
• FY2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant application for $20,389.00
• Grant application for critical capabilities funding of approximately $59,750.00
• Disposal of a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe and a 2014 Ford Expedition

The Public Safety Committee introduced Local Law A, 2021, which would allow 12 and 13 year old licensed hunters to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow under adult supervision, and set a public hearing for June 8, 2021. The committee also approved several resolutions, including a revenue contract with the Town of Covington for extra V&T law enforcement, permission to bid for a 911 project consultant, and multiple grant applications. All votes were unanimous with 8 ayes.

• Introduced Local Law A for 12-13 year old deer hunting with firearm/crossbow; public hearing set for June 8, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved revenue contract with Town of Covington for V&T enforcement on Route 63, up to $15,000 (8-0)
• Approved permission to bid for SICG Targeted Grant Project consultant (8-0)
• Approved FY2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant application, $20,389 (8-0)
• Approved FY2021 Homeland Security grant application, tentative $59,750 (8-0)
• Approved surplus of two vehicles and radio equipment for disposal (8-0)
• Approved USDA Community Facilities Grant application for Fire Training Center renovations, min $612,603.32 (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The committee is reviewing several mental health appropriations and contract amendments funded by State Aid. The agenda also includes a grant application for public health emergency preparedness and the disposal of a totaled vehicle.

• Appropriation of $82,184.00 for Mental Health programs at Spectrum, Camp Get-A-Way, and WCCH
• Amended contract with Suburban Adult Services, Inc. not to exceed $40,812.00
• Grant application for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program for a minimum of $50,099.00
• Disposal of a 2015 Ford Fusion surplus vehicle with a salvage quote of $8,994.55
• Transfer of $1,614.75 from STOP Act to cover fiscal officer stipend

The Public Health Committee approved an $82,184 appropriation for mental health programs, an amended contract with Suburban Adult Services, and a $29,112 state aid adjustment. It also approved a transfer for a fiscal officer stipend, a proclamation for Mental Health Month, a grant application for emergency preparedness, and disposal of a totaled vehicle. The committee entered executive session to discuss an employee's performance history.

• Approved $82,184 appropriation for MH Misc Programs (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved amended contract with Suburban Adult Services up to $40,812 (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved $29,112 appropriation for Suburban Adult Services (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved $1,614.75 transfer for fiscal officer stipend (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved proclamation declaring May Mental Health Month (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved grant application for Public Health Emergency Preparedness, min. $50,099 (8-0, Becker absent)
• Approved disposal of totaled 2015 Ford Fusion, salvage $8,994.55 (8-0, Becker absent)
• Entered executive session to discuss employee performance history (all aye)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee will discuss and possibly act on items including an amendment to extend a state grant for updating the county's Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan, rescinding a prior contract authorization, and approving a professional services agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Soil & Water Conservation District. The meeting is closed to the public but viewable via YouTube.

• Amend Resolution 19-130 to extend grant acceptance with NYS Ag & Markets ($50,000 minimum) for farmland plan update, deadline extended to Dec 31, 2022
• Rescind Resolution 20-224 authorizing chairman to sign contracts for Ag and Farmland Protection Board
• Authorize interagency agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension and Soil & Water Conservation District for plan update, not to exceed $60,000
• Monthly updates from Animal Control and Cooperative Extension
• No reports from Soil & Water, Conservation, County Forestlands, Fair Association

The Agriculture Committee approved three resolutions related to updating Wyoming County's Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan. The first extends the grant acceptance deadline from December 31, 2021 to December 31, 2022. The second rescinds a prior resolution authorizing contracts for the Ag and Farmland Protection Board. The third authorizes an interagency agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Soil & Water Conservation District for plan update services up to $60,000.

• Approved amendment to Resolution 19-130 extending grant acceptance deadline to Dec 31, 2022 (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved rescinding Resolution 20-224 authorizing Chairman to sign contracts for Ag and Farmland Protection Board (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved interagency agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension and Soil & Water Conservation District for plan update services up to $60,000 (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee will meet to discuss and decide on several items, including a contract for financial consulting services, reappointments to the Industrial Development Agency and Business Center boards, and updates on the countywide zoning program. The meeting will also cover quarterly reports and an update on electric vehicle charging stations.

• Contract with Municipal Solutions, Inc. for financial consulting services, $135/hour, not to exceed $3,000, for WCWRA projects.
• Reappointment of Mark Dadd to the Industrial Development Agency Board of Directors (3-year term).
• Reappointments of Richard Fish and Jeremy Satchell to the Wyoming County Business Center/LDC (3-year terms).
• Approval to re-fill an Account Clerk position contingent on transfer to ZEO position.
• Update on EV Station, noting 4G equipment received.

The Planning Committee approved the reappointment of Mark Dadd to the Industrial Development Agency Board of Directors for a three-year term and Richard Fish and Jeremy Satchell to the Wyoming County Business Center/LDC Board for three-year terms. The committee also established a Sr. Planner Search Committee and discussed various updates, but no other formal decisions were recorded.

• Reappointed Mark Dadd to IDA Board of Directors, 3-year term (7-0, Kehl absent)
• Reappointed Richard Fish and Jeremy Satchell to Wyoming County Business Center/LDC Board, 3-year terms (7-0, Kehl absent)
• Established Sr. Planner Search Committee with Leuer, Ryan, Brunner, Davis, and A. Ellis invited

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several personnel actions, including filling an Assistant County Attorney position and other vacancies, and to consider grant applications for historical preservation projects. The committee will also review an appropriation for public defense services and discuss various departmental updates.

• Approve filling Assistant County Attorney position (salary $77,717) to replace retiring Janet Bensman
• Approve $2,571.45 appropriation for Public Defense Case Management System from Hurrell-Harring Grant
• Authorize grant applications for restoring a portrait of Judge John B. Skinner ($7,500) and updating Underground Railroad map ($5,000)
• Approve $700 appropriation for mowing at County Home Cemetery
• Fill positions for Clerk, Student Aide, and Meal Site Manager; amend salary schedule for Student Aide to $13/hr

The Human Resource Committee approved several grant applications, including an art conservation grant for a portrait of Judge John B. Skinner and a grant to update the Underground Railroad map. It also approved filling multiple positions, including an Assistant County Attorney, a Clerk for Social Services, and a Student Aide for the Health Department, and amended the salary schedule for Student Aides. The committee forwarded several items to the Finance Committee and held an executive session to discuss collective negotiations.

• Approved forwarding Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Report to Finance Committee (5-0)
• Approved art conservation grant application for Judge John B. Skinner portrait, up to $7,500 (6-0)
• Approved grant application with Wyoming Foundation for Underground Railroad map update, up to $5,000 (6-0)
• Approved $700 appropriation for County Home Cemetery mowing (8-0)
• Approved Historic Resources Mitigation grant application for glass negative collection (8-0)
• Approved filling Assistant County Attorney position at $77,717/year (8-0)
• Approved filling Clerk position for Social Services at $16.29-$17.78/hr (8-0)
• Approved amending Salary Schedule G to increase Student Aide rate to $13.00/hr (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including contract amendments, grant applications, and proclamations. The agenda covers updates from Veterans Services, the Office for the Aging, and the Youth Bureau, with actions on professional service contracts and grant awards. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Amend VetraSpec contract with DataSpec, Inc. from $3,000 to $5,000 for data processing, effective 2021-2026
• Authorize grant applications with NYS Office for the Aging totaling at least $164,993 and $45,928.20
• Approve professional service contract with WCJW for advertising up to $14,400 for OFA programs
• Authorize contracts for preschool related and special education services up to 2021-2024 budget
• Proclamations for Armed Forces Week, Older Americans Month, and Foster Care Awareness Month

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee approved several resolutions, including amending a professional service contract with DataSpec, Inc. for VetraSpec data processing, accepting multiple grants from the NYS Office for the Aging, and authorizing contracts for preschool services and a mail machine lease. The committee also approved proclamations for Armed Forces Week, Older Americans Month, and Foster Care Awareness Month, and made an appointment to the GLOW Workforce Development Board.

• Approved amendment of DataSpec, Inc. contract from $3,000 to $5,000 for VetraSpec data processing (7-0)
• Approved proclamation for Armed Forces Week and Armed Forces Day (7-0)
• Approved proclamation for Older Americans Month (7-0)
• Approved grant application with NYS Office for the Aging for COVID-19 related funding of $164,993.00 (7-0)
• Approved grant application for Nutrition Services Incentive Program of $45,928.20 (7-0)
• Approved professional service contract with WCJW for advertising up to $14,400.00 (7-0)
• Approved contracts for preschool related and special education services (7-0)
• Approved mail machine lease with Quadient Leasing up to $6,829.83 (7-0)

Wyoming County Water Resource Agency

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency board will meet to approve minutes and a financial report, hear an administrator's activity report, and discuss new business including a strategic planning session, a potential Perry Village water plant upgrade, a possible public water expansion in Perry and Covington, a septic system replacement grant, and the American Rescue Plan. Other business includes the 2020 annual report, updates on Silver Lake dredging and other projects, a water meter replacement program, and a project opportunity listing.

• Potential Perry Village Water Plant Upgrade
• Potential Public Water Expansion – (T) Perry & WD #3 (T) Covington
• NYS Septic System Replacement Grant – Phase II
• The American Rescue Plan
• Water Meter Replacement (7 Systems) Program

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency approved a $3,000 contract with Municipal Solutions for grant writing, effective May 1 through December 31, 2021. The board also discussed a potential Perry Village water plant upgrade (costing $5.7M–$11M) and a septic system replacement grant, but took no formal action on those items. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent.

• Approved minutes of 1/21/2021 (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2021 1st quarter financial report (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved WCWRA Administrators Activity Report (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved $3,000 contract with Jeff Smith, Municipal Solutions for grant writing (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2021 WCWRA Project Opportunity Listing (5-0, 2 absent)
• Adjourned at 10:18 AM (5-0, 2 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss an annual update from the Wyoming County Farm Bureau and a request related to Assistant County Attorney J. Bensman's announced retirement. The agenda also lists upcoming items, including a presentation on the Autism Nature Trail and a discussion on a Public Benefit Corporation proposal for WCCH, which was previously tabled.

• Annual update from Wyoming County Farm Bureau
• Assistant County Attorney J. Bensman's retirement and review request
• Upcoming presentation on Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park
• Discussion of WCCH as a Public Benefit Corporation, tabled May 26, 2020

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole met on April 13, 2021, and discussed several informational items, including updates from the Farm Bureau, a county attorney retirement, and upcoming events. The only formal action taken was a unanimous motion to enter executive session to discuss the employment and performance history of a particular employee, which lasted from 1:47 PM to 2:13 PM. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to discuss employee performance history (unanimous)
• Ended executive session and resumed regular meeting (unanimous)
• Noted Assistant County Attorney J. Bensman's retirement effective June 11, 2021 (discussion only)
• Discussed mowing contract for County Cemetery on Royce Rd. — N.O.M.A.D. agreed to mow for $1,000/yr. (no formal action taken)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session with a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for a Microenterprise Grant Program to assist small businesses. The board will vote on 71 resolutions, mostly consent items covering fund transfers, contracts, and resolutions urging state action on issues like Medicaid, broadband, and sales tax. The meeting is closed to in-person public attendance due to COVID-19, with observation via YouTube.

• Public hearing on CDBG grant for Microenterprise Grant Program to fund small business grants
• Resolution No. 28: Authorizing execution of documents for CDBG-funded Microenterprise Assistance Program
• Resolution No. 32: Authorizing transfer of real property to the Village of Perry
• Resolution No. 33: Contract with WYCO Construction, Inc. for County Highway
• Resolution No. 62: Award bid and contract with MJ Mechanical Services, Inc. for Wyoming County Community Health System

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of financial items, including resolutions on state funding, a hospital lease agreement, and several tax bill corrections. The agenda includes budget transfers, position fills, and contract amendments, with most items requiring committee approval.

• Hospital rental agreement with MITI Properties for 35 Main Street, Attica, $2,100/month, not to exceed $263,000, through 2031
• Rooftop unit replacement contract with MJ Mechanical Services, not to exceed $413,907
• Tax bill corrections: $1,506.95 credit for 4154 East Main Rd, Attica; $1,730.98 credit for 6320 Lamb Rd, Wyoming
• Appropriation of $60,000 for NYS Ag and Farmland Protection Planning Grant, with $10,000 cash match
• Resolution urging state to reduce funding cuts to localities and extend local sales tax rates

The Finance Committee approved multiple resolutions including a $413,907 contract for hospital rooftop unit replacement, a 10-year commercial rental agreement for hospital space, and several personnel actions. The committee also approved a $25,000 stipend for the Acting IT Director, a $90,000 salary for the new IT Director, and various budget transfers and appropriations. All votes were unanimous among those present, with one member absent.

• Approved $413,907 rooftop unit replacement contract with MJ Mechanical Services (7-0)
• Approved 10-year hospital rental agreement with MITI Properties, up to $263,000 (7-0)
• Approved $25,000 stipend for Acting IT Director J. Santullo (8-0)
• Approved provisional appointment of William J. Sikes as IT Director at $90,000/year (8-0)
• Approved $15,593.29 transfer for retired employee vacation payout (8-0)
• Approved two tax bill corrections totaling $3,237.93 in credits (8-0)
• Approved insurance broker contract with Tompkins Insurance (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 appropriation for Ag and Farmland Protection Planning Grant (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing the approval of two state bids for Dodge Charger police vehicles. These items involve purchasing four marked units and one unmarked unit from NYE Automotive Group.

• NYS Mini-bid #6797: Four 2021 Dodge Charger Police (marked) not to exceed $113,080.00
• NYS Mini-bid #6770: One 2021 Dodge Charger Police (unmarked) not to exceed $28,103.00

The Public Safety Committee voted to authorize the Chairwoman to approve two NYS mini-bids with NYE Automotive Group for police vehicles. The first bid, for four marked 2021 Dodge Charger Police units, was approved at a cost not to exceed $113,080.00. The second bid, for one unmarked 2021 Dodge Charger Police unit, was approved at a cost not to exceed $28,103.00. Both items were sent to the attorney for approval.

• Approved NYS Mini-bid #6797 with NYE Automotive Group for four marked 2021 Dodge Charger Police units, not to exceed $113,080.00; sent to attorney for approval.
• Approved NYS Mini-bid #6770 with NYE Automotive Group for one unmarked 2021 Dodge Charger Police unit, not to exceed $28,103.00; sent to attorney for approval.

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee reviewed highway maintenance, bridge repairs, and building upgrades. Key decisions included awarding contracts for bridge guide rail installation and jail drainage relining, as well as approving a $81,152.60 appropriation for new employee wages. The meeting also covered the disposal of a surplus lawn mower and the appointment of new Traffic Safety Board members.

• Awarded $80,000 contract to Pavilion Drainage Supply Co. for guide rail installation on Sheldon and Gainesville bridges
• Approved $20,000 contract with Joe Longhini’s Drainage Solutions to reline drain lines at the Wyoming County Jail
• Approved $81,152.60 appropriation to cover wages and benefits for two new employees
• Authorized $11,500 contract amendment with Hillcrest for sand blasting and painting the Champion Grader
• Appointed Alvin Buchwald, Marc Roche, and Robert James Smart to the Traffic Safety Board

The Public Works Committee approved several contracts and bid awards, including a $80,000 guide rail installation contract, a $6,300 road vegetation control contract, and a $20,000 drain line relining project at the jail. They also authorized a $150,000 roofing project and approved an $81,152.60 appropriation for two new highway employees. All votes were unanimous with 7 or 8 ayes and 1-2 absences.

• Approved amended contract with Hillcrest for sand blasting/painting of Champion Grader up to $11,500 (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved quitclaim deed easement corrections for Pioneer Cabin property to Village of Perry (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 50% tuition reimbursement for Todd Gadd's project management class ($750) (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved $8,000 contract with WYCO Construction for culvert pipe cleaning (7-0, 2 absent)
• Awarded $80,000 guide rail installation bid to Pavilion Drainage Supply Co. (8-0, 1 absent)
• Awarded $6,300 road vegetation control bid to Allen Chase Enterprises (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $4,800 survey services contract with Hoffman Land Surveying (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $20,000 jail drain line relining contract with Joe Longhini's Drainage Solutions (8-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing several service contracts for the Sheriff's office, County Jail, and 911 services. The body is also discussing grant appropriations for emergency services and resolutions regarding public safety telecommunicators.

• Proposed contract with Motorola Solutions Inc for backup center dispatch infrastructure upgrade not to exceed $275,000.00
• Proposed contract with Wyoming County Health Department for Jail Medical Services not to exceed $149,960.00
• Appropriation of $16,753.50 and $50,118.00 from FY2019 and FY2020 SHSP grant balances
• Proposed contract with PowerDMS for law enforcement policy software not to exceed $9,309.70
• Proposed contract with EM Systems for jail software upgrades not to exceed $9,400.00

The Public Safety Committee approved several resolutions, including support for designating emergency telecommunicators as first responders, increasing the 9-1-1 surcharge, and improving probation alternatives. They also approved contracts for jail medical services, software, and a dispatch infrastructure upgrade, as well as multiple travel authorizations for training. The committee approved a request to display Sexual Assault Awareness Month materials and proclaimed the month.

• Approved resolutions supporting telecommunicator first responder designation, 9-1-1 surcharge increase, and probation alternatives (6-0, 2 absent).
• Approved contract with PowerDMS for law enforcement policy software, not to exceed $9,309.70.
• Approved travel for G. Rudolph to Sheriff Training Conference in Albany, April 26-28, 2021.
• Approved travel for J. Bliss to DRE Field Certification Training in Jacksonville, FL, May 8-17, 2021, funded by Stop DWI grant.
• Approved travel for D. Linder to Undersheriff Training Conference in Saratoga Springs, June 7-9, 2021.
• Approved contract with Wyoming County Health Department for jail medical services, not to exceed $149,960.00.
• Approved contract with Motorola Solutions for backup dispatch infrastructure upgrade, not to exceed $275,000.00.
• Approved Sexual Assault Awareness Month display and proclamation (5-0, 4 absent).

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including proposed salary increases for two positions, a contract for veteran peer-to-peer services, and the appropriation of federal COVID-19 grant funds. The committee will also consider resolutions on state funding for health services and a proclamation for Alcohol Awareness Month.

• Amend Salary Schedule G: $1,500 annual stipend for Fiscal Officer I in Mental Health Department
• Amend Salary Schedule S: Increase Public Health Program Coordinator salary from $49,200 to $58,000
• Contract with Wyoming County Veterans' Services for Dwyer peer-to-peer services, not to exceed $52,500
• Appropriate $162,700 in federal COVID-19 grant funds for enhanced detection
• Amend Resolution No. 20-515 to correct lab name from ACM Laboratories to Rochester General Hospital

The Public Health Committee approved a contract with Wyoming County Veterans' Services for Dwyer peer-to-peer veteran services up to $52,500, and a related $26,250 appropriation. It also approved an appropriation of $162,700 in federal grant funds for COVID-19 enhanced detection, and amended Resolution No. 20-515 to correct a lab name from ACM Laboratories to Rochester General Hospital. A request to increase the Public Health Program Coordinator's salary was discussed but not voted on, and a stipend for a Mental Health Fiscal Officer was also not voted on; both were referred to the Finance Committee.

• Approved contract with Wyoming County Veterans' Services for Dwyer peer-to-peer veteran services, not to exceed $52,500, effective March 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022.
• Approved appropriation of $26,250 for Dwyer Veteran Peer-to-Peer Services funding.
• Approved appropriation of $162,700 in federal grant funds for COVID-19 enhanced detection.
• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 20-515 to correct lab name from ACM Laboratories to Rochester General Hospital.
• Approved proclamation declaring April as Alcohol Awareness Month.
• Approved four resolutions for the 2021 Winter Virtual NYSAC Conference, including restoring state funding for mental health, rabies prophylaxis, and expanding vaccination access.
• Discussed but did not vote on a $1,500 annual stipend for a Mental Health Fiscal Officer; referred to Finance Committee.
• Discussed but did not vote on increasing the Public Health Program Coordinator salary from $49,200 to $58,000; referred to Finance Committee.

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including draft federal legislation that would add Wyoming County to the Northern Border Regional Commission, two Community Development Block Grant resolutions, and a proposed $2,000 pay increase for the Zoning Enforcement Officer. The committee will also receive updates from the Chamber of Commerce, Water Resource Agency, and Industrial Development Agency, and discuss creating a Senior Planner position.

• Review draft federal legislation to make Wyoming County part of the Northern Border Regional Commission
• Resolution authorizing a Section 3 Participation Plan for Community Development Block Grant funding
• Resolution authorizing documents for a CDBG-funded Microenterprise Assistance Program
• Proposed $2,000 annual compensation increase for Zoning Enforcement Officer (position #026.554)
• Create one Senior Planner position (FT – 1.0 FTE) on Salary Schedule D, available April 14, 2021

The Planning Committee unanimously approved four resolutions: supporting federal legislation to include Wyoming County in the Northern Border Regional Commission, proclaiming May 2-8 as Travel and Tourism Week, adopting a Section 3 Participation Plan for CDBG funding, and authorizing documents for a CDBG Microenterprise Assistance Program. The committee also approved a salary range of $65,000-$75,000 for a new Senior Planner position and passed two NYSAC conference resolutions on broadband and fiber fees. No decisions were made on the Silver Lake dredging project or other discussion items.

• Approved resolution supporting federal legislation to add Wyoming County to Northern Border Regional Commission (8-0)
• Approved proclamation of May 2-8 as Travel and Tourism Week (8-0)
• Approved Section 3 Participation Plan for CDBG funding (8-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing CDBG Microenterprise Assistance Program documents (8-0)
• Approved salary range $65,000-$75,000 for new Senior Planner position (8-0)
• Approved two NYSAC resolutions on broadband expansion and fiber right-of-way fee rescission (7-0, 1 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committees are meeting to review annual reports from the Soil & Water Conservation District and the Treasurer, receive updates from Animal Control and Cooperative Extension, and consider a resolution supporting state funding for farmland preservation. The meeting is closed to the public but can be viewed via YouTube.

• Review of Wyoming County Soil & Water Conservation District 2020 Annual Report
• Animal Control February 2021 monthly update
• Resolution to support funding for farmland preservation and agriculture local assistance programs
• Review of NYS DEC letter on wetland WY-15 delineation at Oatka Creek ILF mitigation site
• Camp Wyomoco 2021 update

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee approved a resolution supporting state funding for farmland preservation and agriculture local assistance programs. Other agenda items were informational only, with no additional formal votes taken.

• Approved resolution to support funding for Farmland Preservation and Agriculture Local Assistance Programs (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The committee is reviewing several personnel actions including position fills and salary adjustments across various departments. The agenda also includes a request to extend the local mortgage recording tax through 2024.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax through 11/30/2024
• Contract with Warsaw Penny Saver for $6,277.98 to process annual Mail Check cards
• Appropriation of $20,064.28 in grant funds for computer equipment and cyber security
• Salary increase for Public Health Program Coordinator from $49,200 to $58,000
• Creation of a temporary GIS Technician position at $35/hr for six months

The Human Resource Committee approved several personnel actions, including filling positions, creating new roles, and adjusting salaries. Notable decisions include approving a $25,000 stipend for the Acting IT Director, creating a Senior Planner position, and amending salary schedules for Public Health and Zoning positions. The committee also approved a resolution supporting a home rule request to extend the local mortgage recording tax.

• Approved 2021 Winter Virtual NYSAC Conference resolutions (8-0)
• Approved home rule request to extend local mortgage recording tax through 11/30/2024 (8-0)
• Approved contract with Warsaw Penny Saver for mail check cards up to $6,277.98 (8-0)
• Approved appropriation of $20,064.28 for cyber security grant (8-0)
• Approved filling 3 positions: Heavy Equipment Operator (2), Community Services Worker (8-0 each)
• Approved creating Social Services Program Specialist Trainee position (8-0)
• Approved creating temporary GIS Technician position at $35/hr (8-0)
• Approved salary increases: Public Health Program Coordinator to $58,000 (7-1), Zoning Enforcement Officer $2,000 increase (7-1), Fiscal Officer I stipend $1,500 (7-1)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee met remotely on March 30, 2021, to review departmental reports and authorize several contracts and grants. Key financial actions included a $655,871 grant for aging services and a $170,367 CARES Act grant for homeless assistance. The committee also addressed veterans services contracts and youth program funding.

• Authorize $655,871 grant from NYS Office for the Aging for Titles III-B, III-C-1, and other services (Jan 2021–Mar 2022)
• Authorize $170,367 CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant for temporary housing and rental assistance (Mar 2021–Sep 2022)
• Amend contract with Wyoming County Community Hospital for Registered Dietician services, extending term to April 2024 (max $34,278)
• Authorize $52,500 contract with Wyoming County Mental Health for Dwyer peer-to-peer veteran services (Mar 2021–Dec 2022)
• Authorize $5,000 contract with DataSpec., Inc. for VetraSpec data processing system (Apr 2021–Apr 2026)

The Human Services Committee approved a grant application and acceptance award with the NYS Office for the Aging for $655,871 to fund various programs. It also approved a contract amendment with Wyoming County Community Hospital for dietician services, extending the term to 2024. The committee approved a $170,367 CARES Act grant for temporary housing and rental assistance, and a contract for day care services. It also approved a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month and several other items.

• Approved 2021 Winter Virtual NYSAC Conference resolutions (7-0).
• Approved resuming Dwyer coffee hours with COVID-19 safety protocols (7-0).
• Approved setting up an EZ-Pass account for tolls (7-0).
• Approved grant application and acceptance award with NYS Office for the Aging for $655,871 (7-0).
• Approved amendment to contract with Wyoming County Community Hospital for dietician services, extending term to 2024 (7-0).
• Approved grant application with NYS OTDA for $170,367 CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant (7-0).
• Approved contract with Sara Smith for day care services (7-0).
• Approved proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse/Neglect Prevention Month (7-0).

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting remotely to discuss and potentially act on the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan, required under Executive Order 203. The board will also consider proclaiming Women's History Month and hear presentations on the Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park, a Public Benefit Corporation proposal, and Grandview Terrace programs.

• Review of Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan (Executive Order 203)
• Women's History Month proclamation
• Presentation on Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park
• Discussion of Public Benefit Corporation proposal for WCCH (tabled May 26, 2020)
• Meet & Greet with Grandview Terrace Community Manager Mary Nicholls

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole met remotely on March 9, 2021. The board approved a proclamation for Women's History Month by a 16-0 vote. Members also reviewed the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan, but took no formal action on it. The board entered executive session to discuss an employee's performance history, then returned to open session.

• Approved Women's History Month proclamation (motion by Brunner, 16 ayes)
• Reviewed Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan (no vote taken)
• Entered executive session to discuss employee performance history (motion by Kehl, all ayes)
• Ended executive session and resumed regular meeting (motion by Klein, all ayes)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular session on March 9, 2021, to vote on 47 resolutions, including adopting the county's police reform plan, authorizing contracts and grants, and approving fund transfers. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed on YouTube.

• Adopting the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan
• Funds transferred to various 2020 accounts: $5,759,260.00
• Funds appropriated to various 2020 accounts: $3,859,093.04 (WCCH), $43,035.27 (Public Defender)
• Funds appropriated to various 2021 accounts: $11,600.00 (Youth Bureau), $11,013.00 (Highway), $4,248.00 (Buildings and Grounds)
• Chairman authorized to sign grant application with Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation – Built to Play (up to $9,000.00)

The Board of Supervisors adopted the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan, as required by the governor's executive order. The board also authorized the chairwoman to sign a grant application for up to $5,931,797 from the state to strengthen 9-1-1 communications infrastructure. Several other actions were approved, including contracts, subleases, and fund transfers.

• Adopted the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan.
• Authorized a grant application for $5,931,797 to strengthen 9-1-1 communications infrastructure.
• Approved a $5,759,260 fund transfer for the Wyoming County Community Health System (WCCH).
• Authorized a 10-year forest management contract with Pioneer Forestry, LLC.
• Approved sublease agreements for the Ag and Business Center with four organizations.
• Approved a $2,593,064.79 payment of bills for February 2021.
• Approved a $137,782 contract for a nurse call system upgrade at the Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Approved a $437,511 lease agreement for new printers for the Community Health System.

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee met remotely on March 2, 2021, to review IT service contracts, a $13,424,000 bond sale, and various agreements for the Wyoming County Community Hospital. The agenda included authorizations for software licenses, medical equipment maintenance, and staffing services, as well as corrections to two 2021 tax bills. The meeting was held via Zoom and conference call under Executive Order 202.1, with the public able to observe via the Board of Supervisors' YouTube channel.

• Authorization for a $13,424,000 bond sale scheduled for March 18, 2021
• Contract with Avenu Insights and Analytics for $48,000 to support financial system conversion
• Agreement with General Physician, PC for otolaryngology services not to exceed $246,670 per year
• Printer lease agreement with Usherwood Office Technology not to exceed $437,511 over five years
• Correction of 2021 tax bills for Creekside Park and James Spencer due to clerical errors

The Wyoming County Finance Committee approved a series of contracts and resolutions, including a $437,511 lease for hospital printers, a $48,000 contract extension for financial system conversion services, and a $137,782 nurse call system upgrade. The committee also approved several personnel actions, including filling positions in the Sheriff's Office, Jail, and other departments, and approved tax bill corrections for two properties. All votes were 7-0 with two members absent.

• Approved $437,511 hospital printer lease with Usherwood Office Technology (7-0)
• Approved $48,000 contract extension with Avenu Insights for financial system conversion (7-0)
• Approved $137,782 nurse call system upgrade for Skilled Nursing Facility (7-0)
• Approved $9,481.50 website hosting/redesign contract with CivicPlus (7-0)
• Approved $5,800 Viper Endpoint Security license subscription with SHI (7-0)
• Approved $4,581.72 Barracuda Email Security license subscription with SHI (7-0)
• Approved tax bill corrections for two properties (7-0)
• Approved 14 personnel position fills/creates across multiple departments (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several infrastructure and equipment items, including bridge replacement projects, equipment purchases, and contract approvals. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Authorize Chairman to sign documents for easements for Pike Bridge #31, Metcalf Road bridge replacement over East Koy Creek, Town of Pike (BIN# 3371530)
• Authorize Chairman to approve bid and sign contract with Admar Construction Equipment & Supplies for a Wacker Neuson Diesel Reversible Vibratory Plate Tamper, not to exceed $11,013.00
• Appropriation of $11,013.00 for the purchase of the plate tamper
• Discussion on Route 19 over Oatka Creek bridge replacement project
• Resolution urging increase in statutory CHIPS bidding threshold

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee approved several resolutions, including authorizing the chairman to sign documents for easements for the Pike Bridge #31 replacement, approving a state bid for a new plate tamper not to exceed $11,013, and approving a resolution urging restoration of state funding for local roads and bridges. The committee also approved spending up to $22,000 for ice damming repairs at county buildings and authorized seeking funding for automatic door openers at the DMV and Board of Elections. Several other items were approved, including amending a contract with Johnson Controls and approving appropriations for equipment and cleaning services.

• Approved resolution urging an increase in the statutory CHIPS bidding threshold (7 ayes, 1 absent).
• Authorized chairman to sign documents for easements for Pike Bridge #31 replacement (7 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved state bid with Admar Construction for a Wacker Neuson plate tamper, not to exceed $11,013 (8 ayes).
• Approved 2021 appropriation of $11,013 for the plate tamper purchase (8 ayes).
• Approved resolution urging full restoration of funding cuts for local road, bridge, and culvert programs (8 ayes).
• Approved amending contract with Johnson Controls Fire Protection to extend expiration to December 31, 2022 (8 ayes).
• Approved 2021 appropriation of $4,248 for DA's office cleaning (8 ayes).
• Approved spending up to $22,000 for ice damming repairs at Health Department, County Historian's, and Animal Shelter (8 ayes).

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing several grants for bulletproof vests and communications infrastructure. The body is also discussing personnel changes for the Sheriff's office, county jail, and building code enforcement, as well as the disposal of surplus vehicles.

• Grant application for communications infrastructure not to exceed $5,931,797.00
• Request to bid for five (5) patrol vehicles
• Surplus auction of five vehicles: one 2014 Ford Police Interceptor and four Ford Tauruses (2015-2016)
• Two DOJ grants for bulletproof vests not to exceed $4,166.33 and $4,000.00
• Amended contract with Black Creek Integrated Systems Corp to increase maintenance from $18,190.00 to $18,900.00

The Public Safety Committee approved a resolution adopting the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan, which will go to the Committee of the Whole on 03/09/21. The committee also approved requesting bids for five Dodge Charger patrol vehicles and authorized a grant application/acceptance with Homeland Security for up to $5,931,797 to strengthen communications infrastructure. Several other grants, contracts, and budget amendments were approved, including funding for bulletproof vests and amendments to existing contracts.

• Approved resolution adopting the Wyoming County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan (motion by Granger, 8 ayes).
• Approved request to go out to bid for five (5) Dodge Charger patrol vehicles (motion by Roberts, 8 ayes).
• Approved grant application/acceptance with Homeland Security for up to $5,931,797 for communications infrastructure (motion by Granger, 8 ayes).
• Approved declaring five (5) Ford police vehicles surplus and sending them to auction (motion by Becker, 7 ayes, 1 absent).
• Approved grant application/acceptance with US DOJ for bulletproof vests, not to exceed $4,166.33 (motion by Brick, 8 ayes).
• Approved grant acceptance with US DOJ for bulletproof vests, not to exceed $4,000.00 (motion by Brick, 8 ayes).
• Approved amending contract with Black Creek Integrated Systems Corp, increasing maintenance from $18,190.00 to $18,900.00 (motion by Brick, 8 ayes).
• Approved grant application/acceptance with NYS DCJS for Alternatives to Incarceration Programs totaling $17,354.96 (motion by Becker, 8 ayes).

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a proclamation for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a temporary procurement card limit increase, and an amended contract with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. (CCSI) for Partners For Prevention staffing. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Proclamation for March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
• Temporary increase of procurement card limit to $800 for K. Dryja to purchase coffee mugs for National Vietnam Veterans Day
• Amend Resolution No. 20-510 to increase CCSI contract by $20,000, total not to exceed $369,433 for Partners For Prevention staffing
• Position fill: Public Health Nurse (FT, Grade 18, $26.65-$30.16/hr) effective March 15, 2021
• Position create/fill: Registered Professional Nurse (Per Diem, Grade 10B+10%, $29.30-$31.91/hr) effective March 15, 2021

The Public Health Committee approved a temporary increase to the procurement card limit for K. Dryja to purchase coffee mugs for the Dwyer program, and approved an amendment to Resolution No. 20-510 to increase funding for Coordinated Care Services, Inc. (CCSI) by up to $20,000 for Partners For Prevention staffing under the STOP-Act Grant, bringing the total contract to $369,433. The committee also approved a proclamation declaring March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on COVID-19 response, school reopening, and health department positions.

• Approved proclamation for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (8-0, Davis absent)
• Approved temporary procurement card limit increase to $800 for K. Dryja (8-0, Davis absent)
• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 20-510 increasing CCSI contract by up to $20,000 (8-0, Davis absent)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to consider several agenda items, including authorizing a grant application for a microenterprise program, discussing GIS efforts and job specifications, and approving multiple sublease agreements for the Ag and Business Center. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Authorize grant application to NYS Office of Community Renewal for $300,000 CDBG Microenterprise Grant Program
• Discuss proposed MOU with Soil and Water for GIS layers
• Review draft job specs for Sr. Planner and Planner positions
• Approve sublease amendments with IDA, Chamber of Commerce, Soil & Water, Cornell Cooperative Extension at 36 Center Street, Warsaw
• FYI: Two Zoning Enforcement Officer positions to be filled at $18.02/hr and $21.81/hr

The Wyoming County Planning Committee approved a grant application to the NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation for a Community Development Block Grant to fund a Microenterprise Grant Program of at least $300,000. They also approved several sublease agreements for the Ag and Business Center, moved forward with creating an entry-level County Planner position, and referred a tourism funding request to the Finance Committee.

• Approved grant application for $300,000 CDBG Microenterprise Grant Program (7-0)
• Approved motion to create entry-level County Planner position (7-0)
• Approved sublease amendment with IDA for 1,770 sq ft at $25,204.80/yr (7-0)
• Approved sublease with Chamber of Commerce for 1,189 sq ft at $16,931.36/yr (7-0)
• Approved sublease with Soil & Water Conservation District for 1,059 sq ft at $15,080.16/yr (7-0)
• Approved sublease with Cornell Cooperative Extension for 3,050 sq ft at $43,432.00/yr (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 16-174 correcting Soil & Water lease term (7-0)
• Referred Tourism appropriation request to Finance Committee (7-0)

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee will consider awarding a 10-year forest management plan contract to either Pioneer Forestry or AMRO Forestry, with costs ranging from $5,230 to $9,000 for Phase I. They will also discuss amending an animal control resolution to set fees at $5 for altered and $10 for unaltered animals, and review a clarification on a farmland protection application timeline.

• Bid award for 10-year forest management plan: Pioneer Forestry (up to $9,000 Phase I) or AMRO Forestry ($5,230 Phase I)
• Amend Resolution #20-404 to set animal control fees at $5/altered and $10/unaltered
• Discussion on placement of solar projects on farmland with county RPTS director and Cornell Cooperative Extension
• Proclaim March 2021 as Ag Month in Wyoming County
• Review of Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement & Control Program Round 21 (Cattaraugus Creek Ag BMP Implementation Project)

The committee selected Pioneer Forestry over AMRO Forestry for a 10-year forest management plan, with a roll call vote of 7-0 (Kehl and Jacoby absent). The contract includes a $9,000 Phase I update and a 10% commission on timber sales. The committee also approved amending Resolution #20-404 to set animal control fees at $5 for altered and $10 for unaltered animals, and proclaimed March 2021 as Agriculture Month in Wyoming County.

• Awarded bid to Pioneer Forestry, LLC for a 10-year forest management plan (Phase I: $9,000; timber sales: 10% commission; other treatments: $50/hour plus materials) — carried 7-0.
• Denied bid to AMRO Forestry for the same 10-year plan (Phase I: $5,230) — not selected.
• Approved amending Resolution #20-404 to set animal control fees at $5 per altered and $10 per unaltered animal — carried 7-0.
• Proclaimed March 2021 as Agriculture Month in Wyoming County — carried 7-0.

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee met to discuss several personnel vacancies across various departments, including the Sheriff, Jail, and Health Department. The committee also reviewed a request to extend the Local Mortgage Recording Tax through November 2024.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by 1/4% through 11/30/2024
• Filling one Laborer position in Buildings and Grounds at $18.33 - $20.32/hr
• Creating two Deputy Sheriff positions at $25.45 - $27.43/hr
• Filling two Correction Officer positions at $22.89 - $25.02/hr
• Abolishing Plans Examiner position and creating Building Inspector position at $20.80/hr

The Human Resource Committee approved filling or creating 13 county positions across departments including Buildings and Grounds, Sheriff, Jail, Social Services, Zoning, Fire and Building Codes, Highway, and Health. All motions carried unanimously with 9 ayes. The committee also approved a motion directing the HR Director to remind department heads to provide timely documentation for cell phone reimbursements. No action was taken on the mortgage recording tax home rule request, pending a same-as number in the NYS Assembly.

• Approved filling Laborer position (Buildings and Grounds)
• Approved creating/filling Building Maintenance Mechanic position (Buildings and Grounds)
• Approved filling Working Supervisor position (Buildings and Grounds)
• Approved creating/filling two Deputy Sheriff positions (Sheriff)
• Approved filling Correction Officer position (Jail, PT)
• Approved filling Correction Officer position (Jail, FT)
• Approved filling Meal Deliverer position (Jail)
• Approved filling Clerk position (Social Services)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Human Services Committee will meet remotely to discuss and decide on several items, including a resolution for National Music Month, updates from Veterans Services, and contracts for the Office for the Aging. They will also consider a contract with DataSpec, Inc. for data processing, an amended contract with Wyoming County Community Hospital for dietician services, and a billboard advertising contract for Safe Harbour. The meeting is closed to the public but can be viewed via the BOS YouTube Channel.

• Resolution for National Music Month 2021
• Professional Service Contract with DataSpec, Inc. up to $5,000 for VetraSpec data processing, effective April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2026
• Contract with Wyoming County Community Hospital for Registered Dietician services up to $34,278.40 plus mileage, effective May 1, 2021 to April 30, 2024
• Billboard advertising contract with Lamar Advertising for $1,300 for Safe Harbour public awareness campaign
• Appropriation of $2,600 for YC/Omega tutoring costs for struggling students

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee approved several items, including a $5,000 contract with DataSpec for VetraSpec data processing, an amended interdepartmental contract for OFA Dietician mileage reimbursement, a $34,278.40 contract with Wyoming County Community Hospital for dietician services, a $2,600 appropriation for tutoring, and an amended IT contract. A resolution for a Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation grant was withdrawn. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $5,000 DataSpec contract for VetraSpec data processing (7-0)
• Approved amended OFA Dietician mileage reimbursement contract (7-0)
• Approved $34,278.40 dietician services contract with Wyoming County Community Hospital (7-0)
• Approved $2,600 appropriation for tutoring struggling students (7-0)
• Approved amended IT contract correcting reimbursement to $107,226.98 (7-0)
• Withdrew Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation grant resolution for sidewalk murals

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Board of Supervisors granted County Attorney Wujcik permission to execute lease renewals with four tenants at the Ag. and Business Center and to continue invoicing at expired lease rates while renewals are developed. The board also discussed the Beaver Hollow tax payment request and a potential PILOT renegotiation, with the attorney instructed to report back on February 23rd. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting was largely discussion-based.

• Authorized County Attorney to execute Ag Center lease renewals with IDA, Soil & Water, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Chamber of Commerce
• Allowed continued invoicing at expired lease rates during lease renewal development
• Instructed County Attorney to contact IDA Board about PILOT renegotiation and report to committee on Feb 23

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors is meeting remotely due to COVID-19 to vote on a consent agenda of 49 resolutions, including contracts, grants, appointments, and budget adjustments. Notable items include a $36,000 contract with Indeed for recruiting, a $23,000 Safe Harbour grant for youth services, and a $100,000 STOP Act grant for mental health.

• Contract with Indeed, Inc. for recruiting services, up to $36,000 for 2021
• Grant from NYS Office of Children and Family Services for Safe Harbour, $23,000
• Appropriation of $100,000 for Mental Health STOP Act Grant
• Contract with The L. C. Whitford Co., Inc. for county highway work
• Contract with Waste Management of New York, LLC for buildings and grounds

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to review and decide on several financial items, including professional service contracts for IT and legal services, corrections to 2021 tax bills, and agreements related to the county hospital. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Approve $4,919.25 contract with Dox Electronics for Exchange Server 2016 installation
• Approve $3,500 contract with Ivergent for Adtran ECS to Switchbox migration
• Approve $8,000 legal services contract with Hancock & Estabrook for Fire Training Center remediation
• Approve $2,147,664 Thermo-Fisher Scientific/Abbott Diagnostics master agreement for hospital lab testing
• Approve 10 tax bill corrections totaling $33,000+ in credits for clerical errors

The Finance Committee approved a $2,147,664 contract with Fisher Healthcare for hospital lab equipment, several IT service contracts, and numerous tax bill corrections. They also approved multiple personnel actions including filling positions and forming an IT Director search committee. The committee discussed but did not decide on a tax payment request from Beaver Hollow.

• Approved $2,147,664 Thermo-Fisher Scientific/Abbott Diagnostics lab contract (8-0)
• Approved $4,919.25 Dox Electronics contract for Exchange server upgrade (8-0)
• Approved $3,500 Ivergent contract for Adtran to Switchbox migration (8-0)
• Approved 9 tax bill corrections totaling $33,377.13 in credits (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $8,000 Hancock & Estabrook legal services contract for Fire Training Center (8-0)
• Approved formation of IT Director Search Committee (8-0)
• Approved 2 seasonal Highway Motor Equipment Operator positions (8-0)
• Approved 4 Highway Motor Equipment Operator (2) positions (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing various operational updates and financial requests across several departments. Items include jail staffing, interdepartmental contracts for crime prevention, and grant applications for public defense and violence against women.

• Jail: $1,285.00 reimbursement request for Thomas Robertson's college tuition
• Stop DWI: Contract with Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department not to exceed $5,000.00
• Emergency Services: $100,000.00 grant update for Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Public Defender: Grant application for $102,120.00 from NYS Indigent Legal Services
• District Attorney: $250,000.00 Violence Against Women Act Grant acceptance

Board of Supervisors - (4) Agriculture & Green Energy Committee

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a monthly update from Animal Control, a review of the Climate Resilient Farming Program, and the awarding of a 10-year forest management plan contract. The committee will also consider multiple reappointments to various boards, including the Soil & Water Conservation District, Cooperative Extension, and the Ag & Farmland Protection Board. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Bid award for a 10-year Forest Management Plan, with bids from Pioneer Forestry and AMRO Forestry opened January 20, 2021
• Reappointment of Angela Brunner and James Brick to the Wyoming County Soil & Water Conservation District Board
• Reappointment of James Brick to the Cooperative Extension Board of Directors
• Reappointment of James Brick to the Ag & Farmland Protection Board (noted as a Chairman's appointment, no resolution needed)
• Reappointment of Bryan Kehl and Angela Brunner to the NYS DEC Advisory Committee

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee approved a bid award for a 10-year forest management plan with Pioneer Forestry, LLC, and reappointed several members to various boards. The committee also granted permission for the USDA to participate in the 2021 European Cherry Fruit Fly trapping program. All decisions were approved unanimously with 9 ayes.

• Approved bid award to Pioneer Forestry, LLC for 10-year forest management plan (9-0)
• Granted USDA permission to participate in 2021 European Cherry Fruit Fly trapping program
• Reappointed James Brick to Ag & Farmland Protection Board (9-0)
• Reappointed Bryan Kehl to DEC Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Reappointed Angela Brunner as DEC Advisory Committee alternate (9-0)
• Reappointed James Brick to Region 9 Fish and Wildlife Management Board (9-0)
• Reappointed Brian Becker to Seneca Trail RC&D Council (9-0)
• Reappointed Angela Brunner and James Brick to Soil & Water Conservation District Board (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee approved several resolutions, including appointments to the Community Services Board and Board of Health, amendments to prior contracts, and multiple appropriations for grants. They also authorized professional service contracts for advertising and PSA services. The meeting included an operational update on COVID-19 vaccine rollout and other health department activities.

• Approved Jerry Davis to Community Services Board and Mental Health Subcommittee (5-0, 4 absent)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 18-054 extending contract end date to Dec 31, 2021 (5-0, 4 absent)
• Approved amendment to 12/18/19 minutes correcting WCJW contract amount to $3,485.98 (5-0, 4 absent)
• Approved 2021 appropriation for STOP Act Grant $49,955 (5-0, 4 absent)
• Approved contract with Gateway Outdoor Advertising for RTS bus ads up to $7,050 (5-0, 4 absent)
• Approved contract with WCJW for PSAs up to $7,085.98 and $900 for Mental Health Dept (5-0, 4 absent)
• Approved Jerry Davis to Wyoming County Board of Health (6-0, 3 absent)
• Approved amendment to 09/29/20 minutes for Lamar flu vaccine ads up to $4,000 (6-0, 3 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several administrative items, including authorizing an amendment to the IDA sublease, approving a $6,647 payment for a fidelity bond, and extending a hazardous waste collection contract. The agenda also includes discussions on budget changes for planning board members and hiring a county planner. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Authorize Chairman to sign Amendment No. 5 to sublease with IDA for office space at 36 Center Street, Warsaw, NY, effective Feb 19, 2021
• Authorize payment of $6,647 to Genesee Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council for $500,000 fidelity bond
• Amend Resolution 20-291 to extend hazardous waste collection contract with Environmental Enterprises, Inc. (not to exceed $33,000)
• Discuss budget change for County Planning Board members: proposed $25/meeting for members, $35 for chairman, increase of $2,519.88
• Reappointments to IDA, Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council, Water Resource Agency, and other boards

The Wyoming County Planning Committee approved several resolutions, including a $6,647 payment for the county's share of a blanket fidelity bond, an extension of the GLOW Region household hazardous waste collection contract with Environmental Enterprises, Inc. for 2021, and the surrender of a $100 petty cash account. The committee also approved multiple reappointments to boards including the IDA, Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council, Water Resource Agency, Chamber of Commerce, Arts Council, and Business Education Council. A sublease amendment with the IDA was tabled for one month, and discussions on a county planner hire and planning board stipends were deferred pending further research.

• Approved $6,647 payment to Genesee Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council for fidelity bond (8-0)
• Approved extension of GLOW hazardous waste collection contract with Environmental Enterprises, Inc. for 2021 (8-0)
• Approved surrender of $100 petty cash account (8-0)
• Tabled IDA sublease amendment for one month
• Approved reappointments to IDA Board of Directors (8-0)
• Approved reappointments to Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (8-0)
• Approved reappointments to Water Resource Agency Board (8-0)
• Approved reappointments to Chamber of Commerce, Arts Council, Business Education Council (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee is meeting to consider filling multiple vacant positions across county departments, including DMV, Highway, Jail, Health Department, and Office for the Aging. The committee will also vote on a professional services contract with Indeed.com for recruiting services not to exceed $36,000, and consider amendments to salary schedules for two positions.

• Contract with Indeed.com for recruiting services, not to exceed $36,000 ($3,000/month) for 2021
• Fill 1 Motor Vehicle License Clerk position (DMV), $18.75-$21.69/hr
• Fill 2 seasonal Motor Equipment Operator positions (Highway), $16.00/hr without CDL, $17.00/hr with CDL
• Fill 4 seasonal Motor Equipment Operator positions (Highway), same pay scale
• Amend Salary Schedule F: increase Meal Site Managers wage from $11.80/hr to $12.50/hr

The Human Resource Committee approved several personnel actions, including filling positions in the DMV, Health Department, Highway, Jail, and Office for the Aging, and authorized a $36,000 contract with Indeed.com for recruiting services. The committee also approved salary schedule amendments and a memorandum of understanding with CSEA for hard-to-fill shifts at the Skilled Nursing Facility. An executive session was held to discuss an employee's employment history.

• Approved filling DMV Motor Vehicle License Clerk position (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved filling Health Department Environmental Health Aide position (9-0)
• Approved creating/filling 2 Highway Motor Equipment Operator positions (9-0)
• Approved filling 4 Highway Motor Equipment Operator positions (9-0)
• Approved filling Jail Assistant Cook and Meal Deliverer positions (9-0 each)
• Authorized Indeed.com recruiting contract up to $36,000 (9-0)
• Approved salary schedule amendments for Alzheimer Caregiver Coordinator and Meal Site Managers (9-0)
• Approved CSEA MOU for hard-to-fill SNF shifts (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on items related to Veterans Services, the Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Department of Social Services. Key topics include a new policy for reviewing deceased veterans' records, several contract renewals and position fills, and grant applications. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public observation via YouTube.

• Veterans Services: all deceased veterans' records to be reviewed; a panel with the American Legion will decide on archiving records with sensitive information.
• Office for the Aging: salary for Alzheimer Caregiver Coordinator set at $22.89/hr ($41,820 annual) for 2021; two position fills (Case Manager and Aging Services Aide) to replace resigning staff.
• Office for the Aging: contract with Wyoming County Sheriff's Dept. for catered meals increases per-meal cost from $6.00 to $6.15.
• Office for the Aging: grant application to NYS Office for the Aging for $13,090 to provide Medicare low-income subsidy outreach.
• Youth Bureau: request to go out to bid for Early Intervention and Pre-School Transportation (7/1/21-6/1/24 with two 1-year renewals); Safe Harbour Grant application for $23,000.

The Human Services Committee approved several actions, including a contract with the Sheriff's Dept. for catered meals, a grant application for Medicare outreach, permission to bid on Early Intervention and Pre-School transportation, a Safe Harbour grant application, and a day care services contract. The committee also re-appointed Ellen Grant to the OFA Advisory Council and entered executive session to discuss employee performance.

• Approved Sheriff's Dept. catered meal contract for OFA meal programs, increasing per-meal cost to $6.15 (7-0)
• Approved grant application with NYS Office for the Aging for $13,090 for Medicare low-income outreach (7-0)
• Approved going out to bid for Early Intervention and Pre-School transportation, effective 07/01/21-06/01/24 (7-0)
• Approved Safe Harbour grant application with NYS Office of Children and Family Services for $23,000 (7-0)
• Approved day care services contract renewal with Ivy Hnat through State WMS System (7-0)
• Re-appointed Ellen Grant to OFA Advisory Council for one-year term (7-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss employment history of a particular employee (all aye)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two items: issuing TMAC security cards and honoring the memory of the late IT Director, T. MacConnell. The agenda also includes a meet-and-greet with Grandview Terrace's community manager and a discussion on the Public Benefit Corporation, where the Board of Managers has voted it not feasible at this time.

• Discussion of TMAC security cards
• Honoring memory of IT Director T. MacConnell
• Grandview Terrace meet-and-greet with Mary Nicholls
• Public Benefit Corporation discussion for Jul./Aug./Sep. 2020, presentation by D. Eichenauer

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of resolutions covering fund transfers, contracts, appointments, and amendments. Key items include authorizing $1,917,225 in bonds for capital purposes and $3,982,775 to purchase a building at 36 Center Street in Warsaw. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed on YouTube.

• Resolution 42: Authorizes $1,917,225 in bonds for various capital purposes.
• Resolution 43: Authorizes $3,982,775 in bonds to purchase the building at 36 Center Street, Warsaw.
• Resolution 3: Requests $200,100 annual mortgage tax retention fee for County Clerk.
• Resolution 4: Requests state legislation to continue mortgage tax at $0.25 per $100.
• Resolution 17: Authorizes joining Waste Management curbside collection agreement.

The Board of Supervisors approved a bond resolution to purchase the building at 36 Center Street in Warsaw for a maximum estimated cost of $3,982,775, with the county treasurer authorized to issue bonds to pay for it. The board also approved a separate $1,917,225 bond for various capital purposes, including furnishings, HVAC improvements, and parking lot work. Numerous routine contracts, appointments, and fund transfers were approved, and the board authorized the chairman to sign agreements with various county agencies for 2021.

• Authorized $3,982,775 bond to purchase 36 Center Street building (2/3 vote)
• Authorized $1,917,225 bond for capital projects (2/3 vote)
• Approved $2,345,694.05 transfer to 2020 highway accounts
• Approved $2,547,808.96 in December 2020 bills
• Approved $200,100 County Clerk mortgage tax retention fee
• Requested state legislation to continue mortgage tax
• Approved $15,166.62 contract with Tenex Software for poll books
• Approved various CSEA memorandums of understanding

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee will meet on January 5, 2021, to discuss and decide on several financial matters, including a $1,917,229 debt restructuring bond, multiple hospital-related contracts and amendments, and year-end budget transfers. The meeting is closed to the public but can be observed via the BOS YouTube channel.

• Appropriation of $106,675.67 for unused benefit time payout
• MOU for IT support at $75.00 per hour with Wyo. Co. Municipal Agencies
• Amend hospital construction manager contract with Campus Construction Management, increasing from $218,000 to $219,910.10
• Lease agreement with Southern Wyoming County Community Medical Center for 2,654 sq ft at $16,800/year
• Debt restructuring into 15-year bond of $1,917,229

The Finance Committee approved a resolution authorizing up to $5.9 million in bonds for capital purchases and improvements countywide. They also approved multiple hospital-related contracts and amendments, including a new radiographic suite and pneumatic tube system, and authorized letters of understanding with contract agencies totaling $270,491.25. The committee discussed but did not vote on the second $800,000 payment to WCCH, with the treasurer suggesting it be identified as part of the county's MMIS/DSH/IGT match.

• Approved $5.9M bond for capital purchases and improvements (9-0)
• Approved MOU for IT support at $75/hour with Wyo. Co. Municipal Agencies (8-0)
• Approved $1,835 contract for Qware Work order software (no vote recorded)
• Approved grant application for NYS Cyber Security grant (8-0)
• Approved amendment to WCCH lab renovation contract, increasing by $1,910.10 (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Letchworth Area Primary Care Center for $16,800/year (9-0)
• Approved $149,900 purchase of Carestream DR-FIT Radiographic Suite (9-0)
• Approved $195,925 master agreement with Swisslog Healthcare for pneumatic tube system (9-0)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

This is the annual organizational meeting of the Wyoming County Board of Supervisors, where members are sworn in and officers (chair, vice chair, clerk) are nominated and elected. The meeting is closed to in-person public attendance due to COVID-19, but can be viewed on YouTube. The agenda also includes committee announcements and a State of the County address.

• Oath of office administered by Judge Mohun to supervisors and officers
• Nominations and election for temporary chair, permanent chair, vice chair, and clerk to the board
• 2021 committee assignments announced
• Moment of silence for IT Director Todd MacConnell
• 2021 State of the County Address