Wyoming County public meetings in 2024

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is discussing contracts for electronic patient care reporting and staffing fills for the jail and dispatch. The body is also reviewing interdepartmental contracts for social services security and jail medical services.

• Contract with Health EMS/Sansio for ePCR platform not to exceed $80,000
• Interdepartmental contract for DSS fraud unit investigator not to exceed $142,785
• Interdepartmental contract for Jail Medical Services not to exceed $199,113
• Request to bid for four patrol vehicles and one F150 replacement
• Creation of one full-time Dispatcher position and filling of one Correction Officer position

The Wyoming County Public Safety Committee approved several items, including contracts for jail medical services, an investigator for the fraud unit, and security for DSS personnel. They also authorized travel for training and approved the creation and filling of multiple positions, including a new dispatcher and a correction officer. All votes were unanimous with 8 ayes.

• Approved contract with DSS for fraud investigator, up to $142,785 (8-0)
• Approved contract with DSS for security, up to $85,920 (8-0)
• Approved contract with Health Dept for jail medical services, up to $199,113 (8-0)
• Approved bid for 4 patrol vehicles and 1 F150 replacement (8-0)
• Approved procurement card for Deputy Hunter J. Anderson, $500 limit (8-0)
• Approved filling 1 Correction Officer position (8-0)
• Approved creating 1 Dispatcher position and filling 1 per diem Dispatcher (8-0)
• Approved travel for Sheriff to Winter Training Conference (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider several contracts and appropriations, including a $269,400 contract for a new make-up air unit at the Wyoming County Animal Shelter as part of an enrichment project. Other items include awarding a $12,581.6X generator bid for the shelter, approving a $70,000 roof repair closeout with ARPA fund reallocation, and discussing a five-year inter-municipal agreement for long-arm mowing with towns. The committee will also appoint members to the Traffic Safety Board.

• Authorize contract with Harding Plumbing & Heating for animal shelter make-up air unit, up to $269,400
• Bid award to Country Line Electrical Supply for 25kw generator at animal shelter, up to $12,581.6X
• Closeout of government center roof repair project ($70,000) with $7,429.77 ARPA funds reallocated to jail addition
• Purchase of plotter/cutter for sign shop from 2025 appropriation of $6,410
• Appoint five members to Wyoming County Traffic Safety Board for three-year terms

The Public Works Committee approved multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $269,400 contract for a new make-up air unit at the Animal Shelter (5-1, Kehl opposed) and a $12,581.65 generator bid for the shelter. They also authorized a $70,000 roof project closeout, transferred $7,429.77 in ARPA funds to jail construction, and approved a $34,000 contract amendment for cleaning services. All votes were carried with Supervisor Rudgers absent.

• Approved $269,400 Harding Plumbing contract for Animal Shelter air unit (5-1)
• Approved $12,581.65 generator bid from Country Line Electrical Supply (6-0)
• Authorized closeout of $70,000 Government Center roof project (6-0)
• Transferred $7,429.77 ARPA funds to Jail Construction project (6-0)
• Approved $3,500 Maple Grove Enterprises contract for AG Center forms (6-0)
• Approved $5,000 Hancock Estabrook legal oversight contract (6-0)
• Approved $525 training reimbursement for K. Wiedemann (6-0)
• Amended Warren's Commercial Cleaning contract, adding $34,000 (6-0)

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

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committee will discuss reports from animal control and cooperative extension. The Green Energy Committee is scheduled to review a 60-day notice of intent to file an application for the Bliss Wind Repower Project.

• Review of Bliss Wind Repower Project 60-Day Notice of Intent to File an Application
• November 2024 Animal Control Monthly Report
• Cooperative Extension general update
• Discussion on Dairy Industry, Ag. & Farmland Protection, Soil & Water, and Conservation

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee approved a $5,000 appropriation to cover veterinary expenses for dog control, funded by dog control fees. The committee also received updates on animal shelter operations, Cooperative Extension, the Fair Association, dairy industry trends, and the Bliss Wind Repower Project, but took no other formal actions.

• Approved $5,000 appropriation for vet expenses (8-0)
• Received November 2024 Animal Control monthly report
• Discussed shelter hours and after-hours vet solution with Perry Vet
• Heard update on Puppies Program with LCS kids thank-you letters
• Received Cooperative Extension update (strategic planning survey, Camp Wyomoco for sale)
• Heard Fair Association update (2025 set, barn loan paid off)
• Reviewed dairy industry consumption data and mozzarella consumer study
• Reviewed Bliss Wind Repower Project 60-day notice

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee will discuss and possibly decide on multiple items including broadband expansion contracts, a GIS technician position, water resource agency appointments, and grant applications. Key actions include authorizing contracts for broadband infrastructure support totaling over $125,000 and two state grants for water infrastructure planning and implementation.

• Review of November 25, 2024 letter concerning Town of Sheldon Zoning
• Creation of one GIS Technician position at $29.72-$34.28 per hour
• Broadband expansion contracts: Geocove ($7,500 + $20,000), Airosmith ($68,000), Genesee/Finger Lakes ($30,000)
• Water Resource Agency appointments: Shane Evans, Cheryl Ketchum, Samantha Marcy
• Grant applications: $100,000 planning grant and $1.2 million implementation grant for regional water infrastructure

The Wyoming County Planning Committee approved the creation of a GIS Technician position and authorized multiple professional service contracts for GIS support and broadband expansion, including agreements with Geocove, Inc., Airosmith Development, and Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council. The committee also approved updated referral forms, inter-municipal agreements, and grant applications for water infrastructure planning. All votes were 6-0 with one absence (Rudgers).

• Approved creation of GIS Technician position (1.00 FTE) at $29.72-$34.28/hr (6-0)
• Approved $7,691.25 payment for Public Employees Fidelity Bond (6-0)
• Approved $7,500 contract with Geocove, Inc. for GIS support (6-0)
• Approved $20,000 contract with Geocove, Inc. for broadband GIS services (6-0)
• Approved $68,000 contract with Airosmith Development for broadband plan (6-0)
• Approved $30,000 contract with Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council for broadband support (6-0)
• Approved updated §239-M Referral Form (6-0)
• Approved grant applications for water infrastructure planning up to $100,000 and $1.2 million (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will consider several professional service contracts for 2025, including a $35,997 transportation contract under the Regional Opioid Settlement Funds, a $17,263 contract for LGBTQ support services, and a $10,000 contract for Veteran Services Dwyer administrative assistance. The committee will also vote on appointing Edward Piechocki to the Wyoming County Board of Health for a six-year term. Other items include authorizing travel for a child passenger safety conference and approving multiple health department contracts and memoranda of understanding.

• Professional service contract with Peers Together of Wyoming County for transportation services under Regional Opioid Settlement Funds, not to exceed $35,997.00
• Professional service contract with Genesee-Livingston-Orleans-Wyoming OUT! Inc. for LGBTQ support services, not to exceed $17,263.00
• Interdepartmental contract with Veteran Services for Dwyer administrative assistance, not to exceed $10,000.00
• Appointment of Edward Piechocki to Wyoming County Board of Health for term 2025-2030
• Authorization for Chairman to sign 2025 health department contracts and inter-departmental MOUs

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee approved several contracts and appointments for 2025, including a $10,000 contract with Veteran Services for Dwyer administrative assistance, a $4,600 contract with Wyoming County Joint Veterans Council for Honor Guard services, a $17,263 contract with Genesee-Livingston-Orleans-Wyoming OUT! for LGBTQ support services, a $5,813.56 contract with Suburban Adult Services for cleaning, and a $35,997 contract with Peers Together of Wyoming County for transportation under opioid settlement funds. The committee also approved the appointment of Edward Piechocki to the Board of Health for a six-year term, authorized overnight travel for J. Merrill and C. Bliss to a child passenger safety conference, approved a state mini-bid for a 2025 Chevy Malibu lease, and authorized the Chairman/Commissioner of Health to sign 2025 contracts and MOUs. All votes were unanimous with one absence (Supervisor May).

• Approved $10,000 contract with Veteran Services for Dwyer administrative assistance (5-0)
• Approved $4,600 contract with Wyoming County Joint Veterans Council for Honor Guard services (5-0)
• Approved $17,263 contract with Genesee-Livingston-Orleans-Wyoming OUT! for LGBTQ support services (6-0)
• Approved $5,813.56 contract with Suburban Adult Services for cleaning (6-0)
• Approved $35,997 contract with Peers Together of Wyoming County for transportation (6-0)
• Approved Edward Piechocki to Board of Health for six-year term (6-0)
• Approved overnight travel for J. Merrill and C. Bliss to child passenger safety conference (6-0)
• Approved state mini-bid for 2025 Chevy Malibu lease (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee of the Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will meet on December 17, 2024, to consider several personnel actions, contract approvals, and budget transfers. Key items include a resolution to accept $214,500 in mortgage tax retention funds, filling the Assistant County Historian and County Historian positions, and approving professional service contracts for office space and software subscriptions.

• Resolution to accept $214,500 in mortgage tax retention from the State Tax Commission for April 2025–March 2026
• Professional service contract with Stewart Title Insurance Co. for rental space ($3,250/yr, 2025–2026)
• Waiver of pistol permit amendment fee ($3) for Town of Pike re-addressing project
• Position fill: Assistant County Historian (hourly $21.26–$24.65) and County Historian (hourly $22.36–$25.92)
• Budget appropriation of $42,000 for advertising on Indeed and $4,360 for NEOGOV subscription

The Human Resource Committee approved a resolution allowing the County Clerk to accept $214,500 in mortgage tax retention from the State Tax Commission for April 2025-March 2026. They also approved several contracts, including a $3,250/year rental space agreement with Stewart Title Insurance Company, a $4,800 office space rental with the Town of Attica, and a $15,260 NEOGOV subscription. Additionally, they approved two 2025 appropriations ($42,000 for Indeed advertising and $4,360 for NEOGOV fee increase), amended Salary Schedule F to set per diem wages at NYS minimum wage, and approved the appointment of Kevin Proper as County Historian.

• Approved resolution to accept $214,500 mortgage tax retention (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved contract with Stewart Title Insurance for office rental up to $3,250/year (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved waiver of pistol permit amendment fee for Town of Pike re-addressing (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved contract with Town of Attica for office rental up to $4,800 (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2025 appropriation of $42,000 for Indeed advertising (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2025 appropriation of $4,360 for NEOGOV subscription increase (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved NEOGOV subscription contract up to $15,260 (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved appointment of Kevin Proper as County Historian (5-0, 2 absent)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is discussing and deciding on various service contracts for veterans, seniors, and youth. The meeting also includes requests to fill several positions within the Office for the Aging and Department of Social Services.

• Interdepartmental contract for Wyoming County Mental Health Dept. administrative assistance up to $10,000
• Professional service contract with WCJW for advertising not to exceed $5,200
• Renewal contracts for DSS legal services ($120,972 and $132,185) and Sheriff's Department investigator ($142,785) and security ($85,920)
• IT Department support contract not to exceed $104,117
• Proposed fill of one Meal Site Manager position at $15.50 per hour

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee approved several contracts and personnel actions, including a $10,000 contract with the Mental Health Department for Dwyer administrative assistance, contracts for restaurant dining and in-home services for seniors, and multiple position fills in the Office for the Aging and Social Services. All votes were 6-0 with one absence (McCormick). The committee also approved an amended travel authorization for a conference and changed future meeting times to 10:30 AM.

• Approved $10,000 contract with Wyoming County Mental Health Dept. for Dwyer administrative assistance (6-0)
• Approved contract with Country Kitchen & Pizzeria for senior dining (6-0)
• Approved contract with Community Care of WNY for in-home services (6-0)
• Approved filling Meal Site Manager position in Office for the Aging (6-0)
• Approved $5,200 advertising contract with WCJW (6-0)
• Approved contract with Bethany Aitkenhead for related services (6-0)
• Approved contract with Attica Central School for evaluation services (6-0)
• Approved amended travel authorization for NYPWA conference (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole will discuss introducing a new hospital administrator, receive a fire training center update, and review final revisions to management employee compensation policies and grade/step system before potential adoption.

• Introduction of J. Perry as newly appointed WCCH Hospital Administrator (CEO)
• Fire Training Center update from County Administrator
• General monthly update from County Administrator
• Review of Management/Management Confidential Compensation Policy Manual final revisions
• Review of Grade and Step System final revisions

The Committee of the Whole reviewed final revisions to the Management/Management Confidential Employee Compensation Policy Manual, including a proposed reduction in part-time appointment benefits threshold from $20,000 to $17,500 and addition of a grade for Election Commissioners. No formal votes were taken; the committee discussed the plan and amendments will be offered at the regular monthly meeting. The meeting was informational and procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Reviewed final revisions to Compensation Policy Manual (no vote)
• Discussed proposed salary plan changes, including part-time benefits threshold reduction to $17,500
• Noted addition of a grade for Election Commissioners in salary schedule
• Scheduled introduction of new WCCH Hospital Administrator for January 7, 2025

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda of 72 resolutions at its regular monthly meeting on December 10, 2024. Key items include a tax levy resolution, contract approvals for county departments, and appointments to boards and commissions. The board will also act on reappointing election commissioners and the public defender.

• Resolution No. 70: Tax levy for the annual budgets of Wyoming County towns
• Resolution No. 27 & 28: Reappointment of James Schlick (R) and Harold Bush (D) as Election Commissioners
• Resolution No. 21: Appointment of Leah R. Nowotarski as Public Defender
• Resolution No. 12: Grant acceptance for Sheriff's Department from US Department of Justice
• Resolution No. 60: Grant acceptance for Planning Department from ConnectALL (Empire State Development)

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors approved a three-year employment agreement for Jeffery Perry as Hospital Administrator/CEO of the Wyoming County Community Health System at $400,000 per year plus benefits. The board also levied taxes for the 2025 town budgets, approved numerous contracts and appointments, and set public hearings on salary local laws. All resolutions were approved unanimously with 201 ayes.

• Approved 3-year CEO contract for Jeffery Perry at $400,000/yr (Res. 24-783)
• Levied 2025 town taxes and approved tax warrants (Res. 24-755, 24-756)
• Approved $236,800 ConnectALL broadband planning grant (Res. 24-745)
• Approved $494,684 court security contract with NYS Unified Court System (Res. 24-698)
• Appointed Leah R. Nowotarski as Public Defender for 2-year term (Res. 24-706)
• Approved $347,000 engineering contract for Royce Road culvert (Res. 24-691)
• Set public hearings for 2025 salary local laws E and F (Res. 24-790, 24-767)
• Approved $41,127.19 semi-annual revenue sharing to 16 towns (Res. 24-759)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee will vote on a $1,828,731 transfer to fund the local match for the nursing home UPL payment, as well as insurance renewals, IT contracts, and budget items. They will also discuss a sales tax update, authorize tax warrants, and approve funding for contract agencies and Cornell Cooperative Extension.

• Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance renewal with Midwest Employers Casualty Company not to exceed $723,916
• Transfer of $1,828,731 from contingency to fund nursing home UPL payment
• IT support contracts with Board of Elections ($20,000), Health Department ($35,000), and Social Services ($104,117)
• Funding for contract agencies totaling $446,925 and Cornell Cooperative Extension at $479,723
• Town revenue sharing resolution of $41,127.19

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

The committee will consider authorizing a windpark easement agreement with Valcour Windpark LLC for county forestlands in Wethersfield, with annual payments starting at $7,000 plus per MW payments. Also on the agenda: a $24,000 contract for Agricultural District review services, reappointments to advisory boards, and updates on farmland protection and animal control.

• Windpark easement agreement with Valcour Windpark LLC (minimum $7,000/year plus per MW payment, $10k signing payment)
• Professional service contract with Wyoming County Soil & Water Conservation District for $24,000 for Ag. District #3 review
• Reappointment of Alan Fagan to Seneca Trail RC&D Council (3-year term effective 2025-2027)
• Reappointment of David DeGolyer to Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board (4-year term effective 2025-2028)
• Letters of support for six farms from Genesee Valley Conservancy and tentative approvals for two farms from WNY Land Conservancy

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will discuss and vote on multiple professional service contracts for mental health and public health programs totaling over $2.1 million, as well as amendments to existing contracts, appropriations, a grant application for suicide prevention, and the disposal of surplus assets. The meeting also includes a date change for the January 2025 meeting to December 18, 2024.

• Seven mental health contracts totaling $2.16M with providers including Spectrum Human Services ($610,717), Living Opportunities of DePaul ($498,783), CCSI ($428,239), and Peers Together ($364,171)
• Contract with Wyoming County Community Health System for jail and community mental health/substance use services ($296,080)
• Amendment to extend Navigator program funding from NYSDOH through July 2025 with additional $214,311.54
• Grant application to NACCHO for $45,000 for Expanding Community-Based Suicide Prevention Project
• Authorization to lease a vehicle for Healthy Families program and dispose of a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse via auction

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee will consider accepting a $236,800 grant from ConnectALL for broadband and GIS planning tools, appoint members to the Planning Board, and receive updates on zoning and wetland delineation. The meeting also includes a date change for the January 2025 committee meeting to December 18, 2024.

• Authorize chairman to sign $236,800 grant from ConnectALL for GIS and broadband planning (MUNIS CONTRACT #2651)
• Appointments to Wyoming County Planning Board: 7 voting members (3-year terms) and 1 alternate (1-year term)
• Change of January 1, 2025 committee meeting to Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 1:00 PM
• Wetland DA-3 Boundary Delineation in Town of Middlebury
• SEQR review for Village of Mount Morris Solar

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee will discuss and potentially approve a one-year, $42,000 contract with Indeed for online job advertising and application intake, as well as appropriating funds for the expense. Other items include reappointing two election commissioners, filling an Assistant County Historian position, and filling a Deputy HR Director position with a requested salary range of $80,000-$92,742.

• Reappointment of James Schlick as Election Commissioner (R) for a two-year term.
• Reappointment of Harold Bush as Election Commissioner (D) for a two-year term.
• Position fill: Assistant County Historian, salary range $21.26-$24.65/hr, effective March 10, 2025.
• Position fill: Deputy Human Resource Director, requesting negotiating salary of $80,000-$92,742.
• Professional service contract with Indeed not to exceed $42,000 ($3,500/month) for job advertising.

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing on the tentative 2025 county budget, which includes a tax levy of $28,007,427. Following the hearing, the board will consider adopting the budget as presented. The meeting also includes several committee meetings scheduled before and after the public hearing.

• Public hearing on the tentative 2025 county budget with a tax levy of $28,007,427
• Resolution to adopt the tentative 2025 budget and set the tax levy
• Budget message by Budget Officer J. Cook

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is scheduled to act on a bid award for a handicap-accessible van for Veterans Services at $93,518.77, and to approve multiple professional service contracts for the Office for the Aging and Youth Bureau, including $13,000 for legal services. The committee will also consider appointments to advisory councils, travel authorizations, and several position fills in the Department of Social Services.

• Bid award for one 2023 Ford Transit HR handicap accessible van from Towns Ford, Inc. not to exceed $93,518.77
• Professional service contract with Center for Elder Law and Justice for legal services to residents 60+ in maximum amount of $13,000
• Contract with John & Sarah’s Restaurant for restaurant dining for residents 60+
• Appointments/reappointments to Office for the Aging Advisory Council and Youth Board
• Creation of one Family Case Manager position at $22.92/hour and fill of four other Social Services positions

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will vote on several contracts including a $494,684 revenue agreement providing court security and a $5,333 federal grant for bulletproof vests. Multiple position fills in the Sheriff's Office and Jail, along with software maintenance contracts and operational updates, are also on the agenda. The committee will also discuss grant opportunities for disaster assistance and flood mitigation.

• Authorize signing $494,684 court security contract with NY Unified Court System (MUNIS #2559)
• Accept federal grant up to $5,333.23 for bulletproof vests (DOJ, MUNIS #2558)
• Fill one Deputy Sheriff position ($29.46-$37.66/hr) and two Jail positions (Correction Sergeant and Correction Officer)
• Approve $25,223.91 jail management software maintenance contract with Black Creek (MUNIS #2608)
• Authorize $4,955.25 UPS maintenance contract for 911 PSAP with Vertiv Corporation (MUNIS #2595)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee will consider multiple contract authorizations, including a $347,000 engineering contract for Royce Road culvert replacement and a $275,000 contract for Transit Road culvert replacement. They will also vote on a $533,000 appropriation for bridge materials using state aid, and a $200,000 transfer for Phase 2 of the retaining wall project. Several change orders and extensions for guide rail repairs and deer removal are also on the agenda.

• Approve $347,000 contract with CHA Consulting for preliminary engineering/design and right-of-way services on Royce Road culvert replacement (Town of Sheldon).
• Approve $275,000 contract with Popli Design Group for preliminary engineering/design and right-of-way services on Transit Road culvert replacement (Town of Covington).
• Approve $533,000 appropriation for bridge materials for Bridge Perry 09 (Silver Lake) using Consolidated Highway Aid and CHIPS reimbursement.
• Authorize Phase 2 of the retaining wall project at the AG Center property with a $200,000 transfer for materials and equipment (total project $230,000).
• Extend deer removal and disposal contract with Stephen Stocking at $95 per deer for 2025 as a second one-year extension.

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider authorizations for a new Hospital Administrator employment agreement and retention payments for dialysis clinic staff. Both items relate to the Wyoming County Community Health System.

• Proposed Hospital Administrator base salary ranging from $300,000.00 to $400,000.00 per year
• Proposed relocation reimbursement for Hospital Administrator not to exceed $20,000.00
• Proposed retention payments not to exceed $25,000.00 (prorated) for Dialysis Clinic per diem employees

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on 60 resolutions, including fund transfers, election expense apportionment, policy adoptions, and numerous contracts for county departments and the community health system. The board will also consider the affirmative action plan and a road dedication policy. No dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• 2025 election expenses apportioned (Resolution 7)
• Wyoming County Plan for Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity approved (Resolution 10)
• Hospital administrator authorized to sign employment agreement with Salaman Abbasey, MD (Resolution 45)
• Separation and severance agreement for CFO Mark Wright (Resolution 53)
• Road dedication policy for Wyoming County adopted (Resolution 11)

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole will hear a review of GoArt's 2025 funding request and consider a motion on it. Also on the agenda are a social media policy training, a litigation update, a Fire Training Center update, and a general monthly update from the county administrator.

• Review of GoArt funding request for 2025 with executive director present
• Social media policy training provided by the County Attorney
• Monthly litigation and general update from the County Attorney
• Fire Training Center update from the County Administrator
• General monthly update from the County Administrator

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing several professional service contracts and employment agreements for the Wyoming County Community Hospital. The meeting includes proposals for physician compensation, staffing services, and a severance agreement for the CFO.

• Employment agreement with Salman Abbasey, MD for internal medicine services at $315,000 per year base compensation
• Agreement with Nalu Medical, Inc. for peripheral nerve stimulator implants not to exceed $650,000 per year
• Separation and severance agreement with Mark Wright (CFO) not to exceed $255,000
• Agreement with Triage, LLC for echo cardiographer staffing not to exceed $200,000 per year
• Increase in facilities management funds for Aramark Healthcare Support Services, LLC up to $350,000 per year

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and decide on funding for ambulance services, including a $282,000 appropriation to cover year-end payroll, and a fund transfer of $343,602.36 for current shortages. They will also consider accepting a $172,413 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant, filling a Deputy Sheriff Sergeant position, approving the 2025 STOP-DWI Plan ($147,845), and amending several contracts for 911 services and threat assessment outreach. Several overnight travel authorizations and operational updates are also on the agenda.

• Fill one Deputy Sheriff Sergeant position (grade 6, $34.58-$41.11/hr) to replace retired C. Bryant
• Transfer $343,602.36 from various accounts and appropriate $282,000 from contingency to cover ambulance payroll and expenses
• Authorize amended 911 site license contract with Saia Communications Inc. extending to January 1, 2025
• Approve 2025 STOP-DWI Plan and authorize Chairwoman to sign for $147,845
• Accept FY2023 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant award of $172,413 for threat assessment teams

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider appropriating $664,000 from contingency or fund balance for equipment rental due to increased usage and NYS rates. They will also vote on several contract amendments and new professional service contracts, including a $41,752.67 furniture purchase for 911 and a change to the November meeting date. Items related to highway and bridge repairs are also on the agenda.

• Appropriate $664,000 from contingency/fund balance for equipment rental due to increased usage and NYS rates
• Amend contract with Whitney East, Inc. by $19,937.83 for wall infills and insulation, bringing total to $1,703,037.83
• Authorize $41,752.67 contract with Xybix Systems for 911 furniture at Fire Training Center
• Amend $5,000 increase for tree removal services with Eastman Tree Services (total $27,500)
• Authorize $5,600 contract with Pavilion Drainage Supply for guide rail repairs on Bridge Java #10 after auto accident

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

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee will discuss and vote on renewing two dog confinement resolutions, approve spending for agricultural society memberships and conference attendance, and receive updates on the European Cherry Fruit Fly survey (no positives found) and animal control programs. The committee will also review a compliance filing from Alle-Catt Wind Energy.

• $600 for 2025 NYS Ag Society Silver Sponsor (½-page ad, exhibit space, registration discount)
• $560 for forum registrations for Berwanger, Kehl, Merrill, Brick
• $610 for Empire State Council annual meeting sponsorship and attendance, plus $464 for hotel
• Renew Resolution for Order of Protection for Deer (November 1, 2024 – April 1, 2025)
• Renew Resolution for Confinement of Dogs (January 1 – December 31, 2025)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider a SEQR coordinated review for the Town of Sardinia's comprehensive plan update, an amended notice of deviation for the Alle-Catt Wind Energy project, and a tentative $236,800 broadband grant from ConnectALL. The committee also discusses creating a GIS Technician position and approving travel for a housing conference. Several informational items are presented, including solid waste service updates and a proclamation for National Veterans Small Business Week.

• SEQR coordinated review for Town of Sardinia Comprehensive Plan Update
• Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC project amended notice of deviation
• Tentative $236,800 grant award from ConnectALL for county broadband planning
• Proposal to create a GIS Technician position at $27.37–$30.10 per hour
• Proclamation of November 11–15 as National Veterans Small Business Week

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will discuss and vote on multiple items including grant applications, contracts, appropriations, and operational updates. Key actions include authorizing a grant application with Preventionfocus for opioid prevention ($10,000) and a professional service contract with CredibleMind for a mental health resource platform (up to $7,210 over three years). Also considered: extending a mailing system lease, accepting a child passenger safety grant, restoring health exchange navigator positions, and approving a water operator training expense.

• Authorize grant application with Preventionfocus, Inc. for opioid prevention activities, minimum $10,000
• Authorize contract with CredibleMind, Inc. for mental health platform: $1,000 implementation + $6,210 annual licensing through 2027
• Extend Quadient mailing system lease through January 8, 2025 via amendment to Resolution 19-262
• Accept child passenger safety grant from Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, $3,360
• Restore Health Benefit Exchange navigator positions through July 31, 2025 per Resolution 24-437

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Human Resource Committee will consider three grant applications from the NYS Board of Elections totaling $79,991.45 for ballot-by-mail, general election, and e-poll book programs. The committee will also decide on 2025 election expenses apportionment, a travel authorization for the county attorney, and professional service contracts for outside legal counsel. Discussion items include the affirmative action plan and issues with volunteer firefighters.

• Grant application for Ballot By Mail Grant Program ($23,858.24) with NY State Board of Elections
• Grant application for 2024 General Election Grant Program ($18,573.32)
• Grant application for e-Poll Book Grant Program ($37,559.89)
• Professional service contract with Janet Bensman, Esq. at $175/hour for building and code violation cases
• Professional service contract with Mark H. Dadd Law Office, PLLC up to $20,000 annually for legal services

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee will discuss Veterans Services updates, including a free haircut program and KIA road dedications, and receive program reports from the Office for the Aging. Action items include amending a contract with the Alzheimer’s Association for respite services, authorizing a professional service contract with Keshequa Central School for pre-school services, and approving a $2,123.69 appropriation from a United Chocolates donation for a youth Christmas workshop. The Department of Social Services and other agencies have nothing new to report.

• Appropriation of $2,123.69 from United Chocolates donation for a Youth Christmas Workshop
• Authorization of a professional service contract with Keshequa Central School for pre-school services, effective September 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027
• Amendment to contract with Alzheimer’s Association for respite services (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)
• Discussion of free haircuts for veterans and a proposal to dedicate county roads for KIA soldiers
• Proclamation declaring November as National Caregiver Month

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee will discuss and possibly approve an appropriation of $10,591 from the Motor Vehicles budget to purchase a replacement vehicle for a totaled 2014 Ford. The funding is offset by proceeds from equipment sales.

• Appropriation of $10,591 from Motor Vehicles (011620.523001) to replace a totaled 2014 Ford, funded by sale of equipment ($10,591).

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the 2025 budget preparations with the Budget Office and receive updates from the County Administrator on the Fire Training Center and general matters, as well as a monthly litigation update from the County Attorney. The meeting includes discussion and possible action on these items.

• Review of 2025 Budget preparations
• Fire Training Center update
• General monthly update from County Administrator
• Monthly litigation/general update from County Attorney

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Local Law No. 5 to continue the county mortgage recording tax. The board will also consider a consent agenda with over 50 resolutions, including contracts, proclamations, and various resolutions urging state action on issues like homelessness, child care, and opioid epidemic. One non-consent resolution authorizes a contract with Willey Well Drilling for county buildings.

• Public hearing on Local Law No. 5 to continue county mortgage recording tax
• Flat roof project at the Wyoming County Government Center established
• Wyoming County Jail makeup air unit replacement project completed
• Contract with Willey Well Drilling, Inc. for county buildings (non-consent)
• Adoption fee approved on behalf of the Animal Shelter

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and vote on several items including approval of draft minutes, eight resolutions for the Fall NYSAC Conference, a sales tax update, and multiple departmental budget proposals. Key financial matters include a preliminary 2025 budget with a 2.44% levy increase and an average tax rate decrease of 9.11%, a professional service contract for nursing home staffing up to $100,000 per year, and amendments to physician employment agreements adding call coverage stipends.

• 2025 county budget proposal: $28.1M levy, up 2.44%, with average tax rate decrease of 9.11% using $1.1M in fund balance
• Professional service contract with Signature Staff Resources for nursing home staffing not to exceed $100,000 per year
• Amendment to Dr. David M. Privitera's employment agreement adding weekday call stipend of $1,000/shift and weekend $450/day, not to exceed $50,000/year
• Amendment to Dr. Sendhan Rajamanickam's employment agreement adding same call coverage stipends
• Resolution urging state to modernize sales tax to include short-term rental industry (S.885-C/A.4130-C)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and vote on several proposals, including state legislative resolutions, sheriff's office operations, and 911 contracts. Notable items include a $91,500 Verizon tower rental contract for 911, a $50,000 contract amendment for 911 maintenance, and a grant extension for $92,000 in domestic terrorism prevention funds. The committee will also consider a $10,000 appropriation for sheriff's evidence storage renovation and surplus vehicle auctions.

• Verizon tower lease for 911: $91,500 total minimum contract (5 years plus signing bonus)
• Amend Saia Communications contract for 911 maintenance: add $25,000, total $50,000
• Extend DTP FY22 grant: $92,000 remaining, deadline to 8/31/25
• Sheriff's evidence vault renovation: $10,000 appropriation from forfeiture funds
• Surplus vehicle auction: five vehicles (2016-2020 Ford Taurus, Explorer, Charger)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider several professional service contracts and resolutions, including a $1.12 million supplemental agreement for design and construction on County Road 2 East Lake Road. Other actions include a shared services agreement with NYSDOT, replacement of the Government Center flat roof for up to $77,430, and a new vehicle purchase. The committee also discusses 2025 budget proposals and considers four resolutions for the upcoming NYSAC conference.

• Authorize $1,123,900 contract for highway rehabilitation of CR 02 East Lake Road, Village of Silver Springs, Town of Castile
• Replace Government Center flat roof, not to exceed $77,429.77
• Purchase one 2024 Chevy Trax for $21,346.93, funded by sale of totaled 2014 Ford Escape
• Approve a one-year $126,497 contract with NYS Unified Court System for courthouse cleaning and maintenance
• Consider resolutions supporting airport capital funding, wetlands act impact, transportation capital plan, and electric highway vehicles

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

The committee will discuss 2025 budget proposals from Soil & Water, Animal Control, and Cooperative Extension departments. They will consider several resolutions for the Fall NYSAC conference, including solar energy production along highways and a producer responsibility program for solar panels. A resolution to set a $100 minimum adoption fee for shelter dogs will also be voted on.

• Resolution calling for solar energy production along NYS Thruway and state/federal highway rights-of-way
• Resolution for an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for solar panels
• Resolution to set a $100 minimum adoption fee for shelter dogs
• Discussion of 2025 budget proposals for Soil & Water, Animal Control, and Cooperative Extension
• Resolution recognizing Oswego County for establishing a National Marine Sanctuary in Lake Ontario

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The committee will consider several New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) resolutions regarding state aid and public health funding. Members will also discuss 2025 budget proposals and various administrative authorizations for the Mental Health and Public Health departments.

• Amended contract with Living Opportunities of DePaul not to exceed $495,445.00
• Appropriations of $10,013.00 for Mental Health and $6,175.00 for Substance Abuse state aid
• Filling one Home Visitor position with a proposed pay range of $20-22 per hour
• Request for $500.00 credit limit procurement cards for two Environmental Health Technicians
• NYSAC resolutions requesting state aid increases for SPOA programs and drinking water grants

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee will discuss and vote on a resolution calling on New York State to increase funding for drinking water enhancement grants, a resolution supporting state bills for regional planning councils, and a $170,000 professional service contract with the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council for development of the county comprehensive plan. Also on the agenda are discussions of 2025 budget proposals with various local entities and a review of a letter from the GoArt organization.

• Fall NYSAC Conf. Resolution: Call on NYS to protect public water supply by increasing funding for County Drinking Water Enhancement Grants
• Resolution in support of NYS Assembly Bill A.8374 and Senate Bill S.8958 to support regional planning councils
• Professional service contract with Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (G/FLRPC) for comprehensive plan development, not to exceed $170,000
• Discussion of 2025 budget proposals with Countywide Zoning Program, Chamber of Commerce, Business Center, Arts Council, Business Education Council, County Administrator, and Water Resource Agency
• Review of GoArt letter dated 10/06/24 from Gregory A. Hallock, Executive Director

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Wyoming County Human Services Committee will review 2025 budget proposals from multiple departments, including Community Action, Veterans Services, Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Social Services. The committee also considers four resolutions to be submitted to the Fall NYSAC Conference urging state action on early intervention workforce, homelessness and rent allowance, child care deserts, and Medicaid for justice-involved individuals. Additional items include contract approvals, position creations/fills, and asset disposals.

• Discussion of 2025 budget proposals across five departments
• Resolution urging NYS to develop pathways to expand Early Intervention workforce
• Resolution urging restoration of 50/50 cost sharing for Safety Net programs and permanent housing focus
• Contract with Wyoming County Sheriff's Dept for catered meals at $7.60 per meal (2024) and $7.85 per meal (2025)
• Grant application to NYS OCFS for youth programs not to exceed $75,717

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss 2025 budget proposals across multiple departments and review several personnel changes. The agenda includes proposed funding for court attorney vouchers and updates to salary schedules and union agreements.

• Proposed $110,000 appropriation for Family, Criminal, and Appeals-Criminal Court attorney vouchers
• Filling of Motor Vehicle License Clerk position ($20.29 – $23.47/hr)
• Proposed change of Secretary to the County Attorney to full-time at $25.51/hr
• Amendment to County Historian hourly rate to $23.57
• Approval of MOU with CSEA regarding Chief Medical Technologist

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear updates on the Wyoming County Family Medicine - Arcade restructuring, a code of ethics update, a fire training center update, and a government center roof repair. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.

• Wyoming County Family Medicine - Arcade restructuring update
• Code of Ethics update discussion
• Fire Training Center update
• Government Center roof repair update
• General monthly update from County Administrator

The Board of Supervisors held a Committee of the Whole meeting on September 17, 2024. They entered executive session to discuss an employee's performance, denying Dr. Deahn's request to remain. The board affirmed the Arcade Clinic will stay open, with a press release to follow. No formal votes were taken on agenda items; the meeting was largely informational.

• Entered executive session to discuss employee performance (motion by Kehl, seconded by McCormick; Berwanger voted no)
• Denied Dr. Deahn's request to remain in executive session
• Ended executive session at 2:02 PM (motion by Merrill, seconded by Grant; all aye)
• Affirmed intention to keep Arcade Clinic open; press release to be issued

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on various county contracts, grant applications, and budget transfers. Key actions include the purchase of real property in Warsaw and the authorization of license plate reader equipment for the Sheriff's Office.

• Purchase of real property at 448-450 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY
• Permission for the County Sheriff’s Office to install license plate reader equipment
• Approval of annual highway materials bids
• Authorization of contracts with Harris Beach, PLLC, Hillside Children’s Center, and Harding Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
• Appropriation of $48,011.75 in ARPA funds for the Government Center Roof Repair project

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee will discuss the 2025 budget, noting a requested levy of $32.19 million (17.25% increase) that may be reduced with fund balance. Other agenda items include a resolution to purchase property at 448-450 N Main Street in Warsaw for $462,000, multiple professional service contracts for the county hospital, and several position fills and contract amendments.

• 2025 budget discussion: requested levy $32,193,365 (17.25% increase), reduced to $30,643,365 (11.61% increase) with fund balance use
• Resolution to purchase 448-450 N Main Street, Warsaw for $462,000 plus closing costs
• Hospital water treatment agreement with LIQUITECH, not to exceed $225,000 per year
• Amendment to extend CSEA Supervisory disability insurance policy through October 1, 2025
• Contract with iVergent for 140 phone subscriptions, not to exceed $14,000

The Finance Committee approved the purchase of 448-450 N Main Street, Warsaw for $462,000 plus closing costs, funded by ARPA and contingency funds. It also approved several hospital contracts, including a $800K wound care agreement and a $655K robotic-arm lease, and authorized an RFP for health insurance consultants. The committee approved multiple position fills and salary adjustments across county departments.

• Approved purchase of 448-450 N Main St, Warsaw for $462,000 (7-0, Grant absent)
• Approved RFP for Health Insurance Consultants (8-0)
• Approved $800,000 wound care services contract with Restorix Health (7-0, Grant absent)
• Approved $655,000 ROSA robotic-arm lease with Zimmer US (7-0, Grant absent)
• Approved $225,000/year water treatment agreement with Liquitech (7-0, Grant absent)
• Approved $52,102.95 cleaning contract with Coverall for Arcade clinic (7-0, Grant absent)
• Approved $156,350 cloud computing addendum with TruBridge (7-0, Grant absent)
• Approved $106,080 3D mammography service contract with Hologic (7-0, Grant absent)

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss personnel changes including creating a Civil Clerk position and filling deputy and dispatcher roles. They will also consider a contract not to exceed $35,708.98 for a TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzer and cameras funded by federal grants, along with multiple appropriations and travel authorizations for training and conferences.

• Create and fill one Civil Clerk (Jail) position at $22.25-$28.92/hr, abolish Administrative Assistant position
• Contract with Northern Border Strategic Initiative for TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzer and cameras up to $35,708.98
• Appropriation of $20,913 from Homeland Security funds for Internet Services
• Resolution to authorize Undersheriff to sign non-monetary agreements for Advanced License Plate Recognition Project
• Bid award to Kirby Restaurant Supply for jail kitchen refrigerator not to exceed $7,520

The Public Safety Committee approved a series of personnel actions, including creating and filling a Civil Clerk position, filling a Deputy Sheriff PT position, and filling two Food Service Helper positions. They also approved equipment purchases, such as a roll-in refrigerator for the jail kitchen and a TruNarc narcotics analyzer, along with several appropriations and grant applications. All votes were unanimous among those present, with occasional absences noted.

• Approved proclamation for Sheriff's Week Sept 15-21 (7-0, Berwanger absent)
• Approved creating/filling Civil Clerk (Jail) position and abolishing Administrative Assistant (Sheriff) (7-0)
• Approved filling Deputy Sheriff PT position (7-0)
• Approved overnight travel for E. Tamol and E. Till to Law Enforcement Supervisor Training (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Undersheriff to sign non-monetary agreements for ALPR project (8-0)
• Approved appropriation of $20,913 for LETPP Homeland Security funds (8-0)
• Approved procurement card for Haylee Swain with $500 limit (8-0)
• Approved contract with Northern Border Strategic Initiative up to $35,708.98 for TruNarc analyzer and cameras (8-0)

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Wyoming County Public Works Committee will meet to vote on filling a Heavy Equipment Operator position, approving low bidders for abrasive grit (sand), extending the salt bid with American Rock Salt Co. for the 2024-2025 snow season, authorizing travel for a bridge conference, and signing a contract for HVAC installation at the DMV. They will also continue discussion on a snow contract and discuss roof and fleet vehicle matters.

• Fill one Heavy Equipment Operator position (1.0 FTE, $20.99-$23.75/hr) to replace M. Felix
• Approve low bidders for yearly abrasive grit (sand) for 2024-2025
• Extend salt bid to American Rock Salt Co. at $57.15/ton for 2024-2025 snow season
• Authorize overnight travel for T. Kelley to Bridge Conference in Albany, total $955
• Sign contract with Harding Plumbing & Heating for new HVAC at DMV, not to exceed $16,086

The Public Works Committee approved multiple resolutions including extending the salt bid with American Rock Salt Co. for the 2024-2025 snow season at $57.15 per ton, authorizing a $16,086 HVAC contract with Harding Plumbing & Heating for the DMV, and moving forward with replacing two roof sections at the government center. The committee also approved filling a Heavy Equipment Operator position, yearly abrasive grit (sand) bids, snow and ice removal contracts, and several other items. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Supervisor Rudgers absent.

• Approved filling Heavy Equipment Operator position to replace M. Felix (5-0)
• Approved yearly abrasive grit (sand) to low bidders (5-0)
• Approved extending salt bid to American Rock Salt Co. at $57.15/ton for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Approved overnight travel for T. Kelley to 2024 Bridge Conference, $955 (5-0)
• Approved snow and ice removal contracts eliminating snow index with $100/lane mile increase (6-0)
• Approved $16,086 HVAC contract with Harding Plumbing & Heating for DMV (6-0)
• Approved moving forward with replacing two roof sections at government center (6-0)
• Approved going to bid on replacement vehicle for 2014 Ford Escape (6-0)

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider a resolution from the Town of Sardinia to hold a public hearing on an amended comprehensive plan and refer the plan to the county planning agency. The committee will also authorize overnight travel for Planning Director J. Bragg to two conferences and discuss the appointment of Scott Schrader as Administrator of the Wyoming County Water Resource Agency. Reports on solid waste recycling changes, hazardous waste collections, and the countywide zoning program are also on the agenda.

• Review of Town of Sardinia resolution for public hearing on adoption of an amended comprehensive plan
• Overnight travel authorization for J. Bragg to 2024 Rural Housing Coalition Conference in Lake George (Sept 23-25)
• Overnight travel authorization for J. Bragg to 2024 NY Upstate APA Conference in Ithaca (Oct 9-11)
• Appointment of Scott Schrader as Administrator to the Wyoming County Water Resource Agency
• Update on IMA (Inter-Municipal Agreement) rates for 2025

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

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee will discuss an update on Purchase of Development Rights applications, a presentation from NYS Ag & Markets on farmland protection, and animal control reports. The main item is a review of Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC's Article 10 application for a wind project in five towns. Other updates cover Cooperative Extension, the county fair, and reports from dairy, soil & water, and forestlands with nothing to report.

• PDR steering committee to review applications on Sept 17, 2024
• NYS Ag & Markets presentation on AFPB roles and agricultural district protections
• Review of Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC Article 10 application for wind project in Arcade, Centerville, Farmersville, Freedom, Rushford
• Animal control July 2024 monthly report and Best Friends Animal Society recognition
• Cooperative Extension update on 4H Fair and American Angels Equestrian Drill Team recognition

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The committee is considering several contract amendments for mental health services due to cost-of-living adjustments. The body will also discuss the purchase of a 4DSD vehicle and a grant for the petroleum quality program.

• Contract amendment for Peers Together of Wyoming County to a total not to exceed $361,868.00
• Contract amendment for Spectrum Human Services to a total not to exceed $633,244.00
• Grant application with NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets for at least $17,980.00
• Proposed $24,000 transfer of budgeted grant funds for a new vehicle purchase
• Filling of one Public Health Technician position at a rate of $23.10 to $26.87 per hour

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee will consider authorizing a professional services contract with Harris Beach PLLC for legal representation in the Gworek et al. v. Chautauqua County class action lawsuit, at hourly rates of $325 (partners), $250 (counsel/associates), and $125 (paralegals). The committee will also review a home rule request to extend the county’s mortgage recording tax by an additional 0.25% through November 30, 2027, and set a public hearing on a corresponding local law. Updates on the Employee Assistance Program, civil service, and several departments with no new items are also on the agenda.

• Authorize Chairman to sign contract with Harris Beach PLLC for class action legal services at $325/hr (partners), $250/hr (counsel/associates), $125/hr (paralegals), effective July 22, 2024 through closing of litigation (MUNIS CONTRACT #2451)
• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by an additional 1/4% through 11/30/2027 (A.09263/S.083.43)
• Introductory Local Law 'D' and set Public Hearing on continuing the mortgage recording tax, to be referred to 09/17/2024 Board Meeting
• July EAP Report and August 2024 Civil Service Update from D. Farberman
• Nothing to report from DMV, Historian, Records Retention, County Administrator, and Board of Elections

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will discuss and potentially act on several contracts, travel authorizations, and program updates from Veterans Services, Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Department of Social Services. Notable decisions include a $984,127.60 renewal contract for foster care services, a $165,385 grant application for case management staffing, and a $4,000 professional service contract for the Youth Leadership Academy. The committee will also receive reports on senior services and youth programs.

• Professional services contract with Hillside Children's Center for residential and therapeutic foster care, not to exceed $984,127.60, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
• Grant application to NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance for $165,385 to fund a new case management position (July 2024–Dec 2025)
• Professional service contract with Wyoming County Business Education Council for $4,000 for Youth Leadership Academy assistance (Sept 2024–June 2025)
• Youth Bureau stipend for Fiscal Officer I at $2,509, funded by OCFS Youth Sports funding (Sept 2024–Sept 2025)
• Authorization for overnight travel for DSS staff to various training conferences (total costs $32, $144, $56)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

This is the regular monthly meeting of the Wyoming County Board of Supervisors. The board will consider 58 consent resolutions, including the appointment of Scott Schrader as County Administrator, approval of contracts for various departments, and adoption of fee schedules. A proclamation for Wyoming County Fair Week and recognition of scholarship recipients are also on the agenda.

• Appointment of Scott Schrader as County Administrator (Resolution 58)
• Approval of a social media policy for county accounts (Resolution 5)
• Adoption of fee schedule for American Heart Association courses (Resolution 35)
• Authorization of contracts for Highway, Buildings & Grounds, Sheriff, 911, Emergency Services, and Ambulance Service (Resolutions 23-36)
• Proclamation of Wyoming County Fair Week (Resolution 1)

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on multiple professional service contracts and insurance renewals, including a $1.06 million hospital insurance package, a $697,362.59 county insurance renewal, and a $260,000 pharmacy contract for the skilled nursing facility. Other items include budget transfers to close out a software project, an ARPA fund recap, and an extension of the insurance broker contract.

• Authorize $1,064,730 hospital insurance renewal (MedPro, Corvus) effective July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
• Authorize $697,362.59 county insurance renewal (NYMIR, Selective, etc.) through Tompkins Insurance
• Authorize $260,000/year pharmacy services agreement with Quinlan’s Pharmacy for skilled nursing facility
• Amend teleneurology contract with Sevaro Health to add DOCCS clinic, not to exceed $100,000/year
• Appropriation reduction of $135,529.44 to release remaining ARPA funds from the Generator Project

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Wyoming County Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider contracts, position fills, travel authorizations, and grant applications. Key items include a $38,175 contract for two License Plate Reader Systems from Vigilant Solutions, a $6,800 tower inspection contract, and filling multiple positions in the sheriff's office and EMS. The committee will also discuss operational updates from the sheriff, jail, and fire services.

• Contract with Vigilant Solutions for two License Plate Reader Systems not to exceed $38,175
• Contract with Fred A. Nudd Corporation for tower inspection at Fire Training Center not to exceed $6,800
• Fill one Deputy Sheriff Investigator position ($35.65-$44.71/hr) and one Sheriff Deputy position ($29.46-$40.18/hr)
• Fill one Administrative Assistant for EMS position ($22.00-$26.00/hr)
• Grant applications: up to $150,000 from NYS DHSES for hazard mitigation and $25,611 for a LUCAS device from Firehouse Subs

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing several professional service contracts for infrastructure and facility maintenance. Discussions include potential amendments to local laws regarding road closures for public assembly permits and the 2025-2026 snow contract.

• Contract with U&S Services, LLC for building systems and controls upgrades not to exceed $80,000.00
• Contract with Ed Hulme, Inc. increasing total amount to $157,047.62 for catch basin and lot striping
• Contract with Marcy Electric LLC for Highway Bridge Shop electric panel upgrade not to exceed $10,660.00
• Contract with Pavilion Drainage Supply Co., Inc. for Bridge Gainesville #16 guide rail repairs not to exceed $5,600.00
• Closeout documents for the $1,272,000.00 Wyoming County Generator Replacement Project

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

The Agriculture and Green Energy Committees will meet jointly to discuss and potentially act on several items. They will consider a proclamation for Wyoming County Fair Week, review animal control reports, and receive an update on the Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) program with 12 complete applications. The Green Energy Committee will review the Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC application for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for a wind project in multiple towns.

• Proclaim August 10-17, 2024 as Wyoming County Fair Week
• Review June 2024 monthly animal control report and two inspection reports
• Update on AFPB quarterly meeting and list of 12 complete PDR applications
• Schedule tour of Soil & Water Conservation District project sites in September 2024
• Green Energy Committee to review Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC application for Article 10 certificate

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The committee is discussing the abolition of four grant-funded positions and the filling of a Fiscal Officer role. The meeting includes proposals to extend a state health insurance program contract and authorize a sub-agreement for navigator grant activities.

• Abolish four positions (three Fellows and one COVID Response Coordinator) due to expired grant funds
• Fill one Fiscal Officer position (Position Code 136.580)
• Extend the 'Consumer Assistance for NY State of Health: Wyoming County Navigator Program' contract to 7/31/2025
• Sub-agreement with Wyoming County Community Action, Inc. not to exceed $68,100.00
• Appropriation of $1,000.00 to purchase child passenger safety seats

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will receive updates on Silver Lake dredging, LWRP, broadband, farmland protection, and the county comprehensive plan. They will consider a $249,999 broadband grant application from the NYS ConnectAll Office and a resolution to designate Planning Director James Bragg as the Certifying Officer for CDBG grants. Other items include Water Resource Agency operational updates, transferring the Septic System Replacement Grant to the Health Department, and the countywide zoning monthly report.

• Consideration of a $249,999 Local Assistance Program grant application from NYS ConnectAll Office for broadband
• Resolution designating James Bragg as Certifying Officer to sign environmental reviews for all CDBG grants
• Updates on Silver Lake Dredging and Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP)
• Transfer of duties for the Septic System Replacement Grant to the Health Department
• Monthly report and income statement from the Countywide Zoning Program

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution directing the Wyoming County Treasurer to issue a $50,000 refundable deposit to Brixwood, LLC to secure purchase rights for property at 448-450 N. Main Street, Warsaw. This is a decision item on the agenda.

• Resolution to issue $50,000 refundable deposit to Brixwood, LLC for property at 448-450 N. Main Street, Warsaw NY 14569

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee will consider creating a part-time County Historian position at $22.89/hour, appropriating $75,000 for assigned counsel attorney vouchers, and amending a legal retainer agreement to add $10,000. They will also discuss updates to health insurance buy-out amounts and a home rule request to extend the local mortgage recording tax.

• Create and fill County Historian position (per diem, $22.89/hour)
• Amend legal retainer: add $10,000 for total $15,000 for litigation (MUNIS contract #1738)
• Appropriate $75,000 for assigned counsel attorney vouchers ($30,000 family court, $30,000 criminal court, $15,000 appeals)
• Establish subcommittee for Ethics
• Amend health insurance buy-out amounts to $850 single and $1,100 family, effective February 2026

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special session to address a specific financial resolution. The meeting focuses on a directive for the County Treasurer to issue a deposit.

• Resolution No. 1: Issue a $50,000 refundable deposit to Brixwood, LLC

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will discuss and decide on several contracts and position fills across Veterans Services, Office for the Aging, Youth Bureau, and Department of Social Services. Key items include a $25,000 NYS grant for veterans services, multiple professional service contracts for preschool and youth programs, three DSS position fills, and two renewal contracts for residential foster care costing up to $574,356.70 and $134,659.45.

• $25,000 NYS grant application and acceptance for veterans services with NYS Div. of Veterans’ Affairs (effective Apr 2024–Mar 2025)
• Renewal contract with The William George Agency for residential foster care not to exceed $574,356.70 for one child (Jul 2024–Jun 2025)
• Renewal contract with Together for Youth (formerly Berkshire Farm Center) for foster care not to exceed $134,659.45 (Jul 2024–Jun 2025)
• Fill three DSS positions: Child Support Unit Supervisor ($23.10–$26.87/hr), Account Clerk ($18.50–$20.37/hr), and Clerk ($17.63–$19.24/hr)
• Multiple Youth Bureau professional service contracts with providers such as Rehabilitation Today Services, Hearing and Speech of Western NY, and others for preschool/SEIT services (effective Sep 2024–Jun 2027)

Wyoming County Water Resource Agency

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency will meet to approve minutes, review quarterly financial reports, and discuss septic system replacement grants, meter reading roles, and regional water opportunities. The board will also consider updates on meter replacement grants and a local waterfront revitalization grant.

• Review of 2024 1st and 2nd quarter financial reports
• Discussion on septic system replacement grant administration
• Future role of WCWRA in meter reading and billing
• Silver Lake Local Waterfront Revitalization Grant update
• Meter replacement grant update

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Board will receive an update regarding the Fire Training Center from the County Administrator. The meeting also includes reports from the County Courts and a discussion on updating the Code of Ethics with the County Attorney.

• Fire Training Center update
• Code of Ethics update discussion
• County Courts general update
• County Attorney litigation/general update

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee is reviewing a contract with Eide Bailly LLP to recruit a replacement Hospital Administrator for the Wyoming County Community Health System. The search would be conducted on a contingency basis with fees not to exceed $100,000.00.

• Contract with Eide Bailly LLP for hospital administrator recruitment
• Recruitment fee not to exceed $100,000.00

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors met to finalize a local law regarding property tax exemptions for Cold War veterans and hold a hearing on Agriculture District No. 3. The meeting included several committee resolutions concerning fund transfers, contract authorizations, and budget appropriations across various county departments.

• Adoption of Local Law No. 4 regarding real property tax exemptions for Cold War veterans
• Public hearing on proposed modifications to Agriculture District No. 3
• Appropriation of $24,750 for Sheriff's Department body cameras and drones
• Approval of easements on Almeter Road for a bridge replacement project
• Transfer of $30,000 to the Health Department for equipment

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The committee will review the 2025 budget, which includes an estimated 3% tax levy increase and a possible 9.6% health insurance rate rise. Agenda items also include several IT service contract renewals and pharmacy management amendments. Additionally, the committee will discuss the Pike Re-Addressing Project and curbside collection billing.

• 2025 budget discussion including an estimated 3% tax levy increase
• Pharmacy management amendment adding up to $2,300,000 for drug purchases
• IT service contracts with SHI for Duo MFA and Palo Alto upgrades
• Grant application for the NY SWIMS Lifeguard Grant Program in the Village of Warsaw
• Physician assistant employment agreement for Wyoming County Community Hospital

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss law enforcement service contracts for Letchworth and Attica Central Schools. The agenda also includes reviewing grant funds for new body cameras and drones, as well as 911 system infrastructure upgrades. Additionally, members will address various staffing changes within the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Services.

• Law enforcement service contracts for Letchworth and Attica Central Schools
• $24,750 grant appropriation for 15 body cameras and 6 drones
• Frontier Communications contracts for 911 fiber upgrades and internet services
• Creation of an Administrative Captain position for the Sheriff's Office
• Contracts with Wyoming County Community Health System for medical supplies

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss recovering snow removal overpayments from Towns and Villages. The committee is also considering the disposal of four surplus county trucks and authorizing easements for a bridge project. Additionally, several bids for maintenance contracts and upgrades are proposed.

• Disposal of four surplus Ford F150 and F350 trucks
• Recovery of snow removal overpayments from Towns and Villages
• Easement authorization for Sheldon Bridge #2/Almeter Road culvert replacement
• Permission to bid on DMV HVAC upgrades and 2025-2028 pest control contracts
• Updates on the jail addition and AG Center HVAC issues

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

The committee will review proposed modifications for Agricultural District Review #3. Members will also receive the final report for the Genesee River Soil Health Protection Project. Additional items include monthly animal control reports and general updates from several agricultural departments.

• Modifications of Ag District Review #3
• Genesee River Soil Health Protection Project Final Report
• May 2024 Animal Control Monthly Report
• General updates from Cooperative Extension, Fair Association, and Dairy Industry

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The committee will review the filling of a Health Insurance Enrollment Specialist position and amendments to the Salary Schedule “G”. The agenda also includes equipment disposal and a procurement card limit increase for the Health Commissioner.

• Contract with Bey’s Bites for Dwyer Picnic BBQ up to $4,800
• Disposal of HELMER laboratory refrigerator and freezer
• Increase procurement card limit to $2,000 for Commissioner Gregory J. Collins
• Filling the Health Insurance Enrollment Specialist position at $24.00 per hour
• Salary adjustments for Program Supervisor and Home Visitor roles

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The committee will discuss updates on broadband and local waterfront protection. The agenda includes amending a resolution regarding the Septic System Replacement Program and reappointing an IDA Board member.

• $275,000 Septic System Replacement Program contract amendment
• Reappointment of Niccole Hastings to the IDA Board
• Transfer of procurement card from Health Department to Planning Department
• GLOW Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics collections

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee is reviewing a $261,592.13 allocation from the JUUL Labs Inc. settlement for e-cigarette enforcement and treatment. The committee will also discuss continuing a public hearing regarding property tax exemptions for Cold War veterans. Additionally, members are reviewing updates to the county health insurance handbook and a contract for employee service trophies.

• Allocation of $261,592.13 from JUUL Labs Inc. settlement for e-cigarette enforcement and treatment
• Continuation of public hearing for Local Law B regarding property tax exemptions for Cold War veterans
• Contract with Tackbary’s Trophies not to exceed $4,000.00 for employee service trophies
• Amendment to the Schedule I Handbook regarding health insurance eligibility for elected officials

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing professional service contracts for the Office for the Aging and foster care services. Members are also discussing staff travel authorizations and filling vacancies in the Department of Social Services.

• NYS Office for the Aging contract for $563,630.00 covering various programs
• Foster care service contract with New Directions not to exceed $485,347.88
• Contract with Gustavus Adolphus Child and Family Services up to $32,218.55
• Travel authorization for Social Services staff to attend a conference in Saratoga
• Youth Bureau contract with Necole Hubbard for OT services

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an update regarding the Fire Training Center. The meeting also includes monthly updates from the County Administrator and County Attorney. Additionally, the Supervisors’ Sunshine fund will be discussed.

• Fire Training Center update
• County Administrator monthly update
• County Attorney litigation and general update
• Supervisors’ Sunshine fund discussion

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors is adopting several local laws, including updates to real property tax exemptions for Cold War veterans and changes to existing tax law reductions. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a farmworker housing grant application and the adoption of a new county address policy.

• Adoption of Local Law No. 2, Year 2024, regarding property tax exemptions for Cold War veterans
• Adoption of Local Law No. 3, Year 2024, amending real property tax law exemptions
• Public hearing for a grant application to fund a COVID Farmworker housing program
• Authorization of contracts for the Youth Bureau and County Highway
• Adoption of the Wyoming County Address Policy

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing several professional service contracts for the County Community Hospital, including new physician agreements and staff position changes. Members will also review a $3.7 million budget transfer to cover DSH reconciliation payments and discuss real property tax policy updates.

• Employment agreement for Ahmed Bayoumi, MD, with base compensation up to $326,000 per year plus stipends
• $3.7 million budget transfer to cover DSH reconciliation payments
• Contract renewal with SHI for Beyond Trust software not to exceed $7,571.33
• Creation of a per diem Tax Map Technician position with an hourly rate of $40.00 - $60.00
• Lease agreement with Summit Rental Property, LLC, not to exceed $30,300 per year

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Wyoming County Public Safety Committee will review and vote on funding requests, staffing vacancies, and vendor contracts for local emergency services. Securing these state and federal grants would fund radio upgrades and protective equipment, while filling sheriff and EMS positions maintains local response capacity. The committee will also consider a $28,929 vehicle contract from McClurg Chrysler Dodge Jeep Inc.

• State grant applications for interoperable communications (~$450,000) and PSAP operations (~$130,000)
• DOJ grant application to replace bulletproof vests with 50% federal reimbursement
• Contract with McClurg Chrysler Dodge Jeep Inc. for one mid-size SUV not to exceed $28,929.00
• Thomson Reuters contract for online investigation software up to $3,941.16
• Staffing approvals for sheriff administrative assistant ($38,000–$42,900), two paramedic roles, and one EMT position

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider awarding a $1,463,836.20 contract to C.P. Ward, Inc. for the Silver Lake Road culvert replacement in Perry, and a $124,900 contract to Nature's Way Environmental Consultants for a septic replacement at the Fire Training Center. They will also discuss amending a contract with N.O.M.A.D Enterprises to add lawn mowing and weed trimming for $6,675, and rescinding a prior approval to dispose of a 2014 Ford Escape. Several reports are listed as having nothing to report.

• Bid award: C.P. Ward, Inc., $1,463,836.20 for Silver Lake Road culvert replacement (PIN 4BNY46)
• Bid award: Nature's Way Environmental Consultants, $124,900 for septic replacement at Fire Training Center
• Amend contract with N.O.M.A.D Enterprises to add lawn mowing/weed trimming, $6,675 (total $59,445)
• Rescind disposal of 2014 Ford Escape (VIN 1FMCU9GX8EUD44941) to keep in active fleet

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

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee is meeting to discuss a resolution proclaiming June 2024 as Dairy Month in Wyoming County, with the Dairy Princess providing the reception. They will also review the April 2024 Animal Control report, set a public hearing for Ag District #3 review, and receive updates from Cooperative Extension, Fair Association, and Dairy Industry. The agenda is largely routine, with no major financial decisions listed.

• Resolution to proclaim June 2024 as Dairy Month in Wyoming County
• Set public hearing for Ag District #3 review for July 2024 meeting
• April 2024 Animal Control monthly report
• Introduction of new Cooperative Extension Executive Director Caron Gala
• FYI items: DEC Giant Hogweed email and Bricdale I & II Solar

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The committee is reviewing a grant application for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness program. Discussion also includes a budget transfer following a staff resignation and a request to bid on vehicle leases.

• Grant application for Public Health Emergency Preparedness funding of at least $52,099 per year
• $14,000 transfer from salary funds to CVDVX Grant supplies
• Permission to go out to bid for two vehicle leases for the Wyoming Genesee Healthy Families Partnership

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposed public hearing for a $50,000 housing study grant and an amended contract for a septic system replacement program. The committee will also receive updates from the Planning Department and other agencies.

• Notice of proposed Town of Yorkshire zoning regulations
• Set public hearing for $50,000 CDBG grant for housing study/needs assessment
• Amend contract for septic system replacement program, $229,350 total
• Proclamation for IDA 50th anniversary
• Planning Department report with regional planning council updates

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee will consider amending the County Clerk's Record Management System contract with Avenu Insights and Analytics, LLC, increasing the not-to-exceed amount to $84,000 through December 31, 2028. They will also vote on adopting a revised Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) policy, replacing Resolution #09-241. Several overnight travel authorizations for conferences are up for approval, along with appropriations for a historic marker replacement and office supplies funded by donations.

• Amend Resolution No. 21-568: contract with Avenu Insights and Analytics, LLC for County Clerk's Record Management System, not to exceed $84,000, effective July 1, 2024 through December 31, 2028
• Approve and adopt revised Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Policy, superseding Resolution #09-241
• Appropriation of $1,795 from donations to replace broken historic Pomeroy sign on Suckerbrook Road in Perry
• Appropriation of $1,700 from donations for office supplies and archival materials
• Overnight travel authorizations: B. Degnan to NY Public Welfare Association conference (July 14-17, 2024) and D. Farberman/G. Kolo to NYS Public Employees Labor Relations Association conference (July 7-10, 2024)

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several personnel changes and travel authorizations. It is discussing the allocation of rental assistance funds and awarding transportation contracts for preschool services.

• Proposed $100,000 contract with Wyoming County Community Action for rental assistance
• Proposed $300,000 grant application for homeless individuals and supportive services
• Transportation bid awards to Erie Bus Inc, C & F Transportation Inc, and Letchworth Central School District
• Creation of a Deputy Director of Veterans’ Services position at $23.06 per hour
• Amendments to NYS Office for the Aging contracts totaling over $694,000

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a Fire Training Center update with Campus Construction and receive general monthly updates from the County Administrator and County Attorney. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Fire Training Center update with Campus Construction
• County Administrator general monthly update
• County Attorney monthly update on litigation/general matters

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve various committee resolutions, including fund transfers and contract authorizations. A significant portion of the agenda focuses on capital improvements for the Fire Training Center and various county department appropriations.

• Transfer of $1,613,486.00 to the Fire Training Facility renovation project
• Appropriation of $58,000.00 in Congressionally Awarded funding for the Fire Training Facility
• Contracts for Fire Training Center renovation with Lloyd Mechanical Company, LLC, Whitney East, Inc., Concord Electric Corporation, Rochester Earth, Inc., Lozier Environmental Consulting, Inc., and Whitestone Associates Inc.
• Setting public hearings for Introductory Local Law No. A and No. B Year 2024
• Appropriation of $21,000.00 for Mental Health competency restoration of an incarcerated individual

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee is meeting to review and vote on a range of financial and administrative items, including insurance amendments, technology contracts, grant acceptance, and multiple hospital-related agreements and staffing changes. The agenda also includes routine approvals and updates from various departments.

• Amend workers' comp insurance policy with Tompkins Insurance, adding $19,724 for total premium of $374,215
• Approve $12,000 VMware renewal contract with SHI for IT
• Accept $50,000 NYS cyber security grant
• Approve $30,000 tax bill printing/mailing contract with Applied Business Systems
• Approve multiple hospital contracts including $225,000 Fargon Sterile Services, $100,000 Walmart 340B, and $100,000 Sinclair's 340B

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is discussing a resolution to support US House Bill #4188 and US Senate Bill #292, with the inclusion of Wyoming County in Section 6. This item is up for discussion and a potential decision at the meeting.

• Resolution supporting HR Bill 4188 and US Senate Bill 292 with Wyoming County inclusion in Section 6
• Reference to prior resolution #21-164 passed by the Board on April 13, 2021

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Wyoming County Public Safety Committee will review a $500,000 state grant application for EMS operations and discuss several budget transfers for ambulance repairs and internet services. Members will also vote on filling part-time positions in the sheriff’s office, county jail, and emergency services, alongside approving a contract for jail Livescan equipment maintenance. These decisions affect local emergency response staffing, vehicle upkeep, and correctional facility operations.

• Apply for a $500,000 New York State Dept. of Health grant to fund County EMS Operations
• Approve a $4,144 maintenance contract with Idemia Identity & Security USA for jail Livescan equipment
• Transfer $18,011.35 in Homeland Security funds and appropriate $10,000 for unanticipated ambulance repairs
• Fill part-time Deputy Sheriff and Correction Officer positions within budgeted hourly ranges of $29.46–$31.75 and $25.74–$28.14
• Approve Maplevale Farms Inc as a qualified vendor for jail kitchen food commodities

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing multiple contract awards and appropriations, including major Fire Training Center renovation bids and highway equipment purchases. The committee will also consider filling two temporary laborer positions and disposing of surplus equipment.

• Fire Training Center renovation: bids for general construction ($1,683,100), mechanical ($331,150), electrical ($294,100), plumbing ($89,950), site work ($231,500), asbestos monitoring ($20,000), geotechnical testing ($9,500), environmental monitoring ($10,710)
• Appropriation of $164,046.54 for a maintenance truck and dump body (Resolution No. 24-170)
• Bid award to Elderlee Inc. for guide railing at Warsaw #36 Ryan Road, not to exceed $23,900
• Bid award to WYCO Construction for Jetter Vac Truck Services, not to exceed $10,000
• Request to purchase used 2017 John Deere Loader 844K for $149,000, with $22,500 from fund balance

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will consider several funding actions, including a transfer to cover employee health insurance, a contract for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services funded by opioid settlement funds, and an appropriation for competency restoration of an incarcerated individual. They will also review travel authorizations, grant applications, and program updates.

• Transfer of $3,895.25 to cover employee health insurance costs
• Contract with Oak Orchard Community Health Center for MAT services, up to $47,644
• Appropriation of $21,000 for CPL §730 competency restoration
• Appropriation of $8,800 for Fellows ELC grant extension
• Grant application for Tobacco Enforcement Program, $30,150 per year

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

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a review of an email about Faun Lake, a proposed professional services contract for farmland protection, and a request for a special public hearing on the Ag District Review. The committee will also receive updates from Cooperative Extension and Animal Control.

• Review of 04/30/24 S. Reynolds email re: Faun Lake Association
• Professional Service Contract with Western New York Land Conservancy, up to $5,000, for farmland protection (5/14/2024-12/31/2025)
• Special public hearing requested for week of June 3, 2024, regarding Ag District Review #3
• Introduction of new Cooperative Extension Executive Director, Caron Gala
• March 2024 Monthly Report from Animal Control

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a $300,000 appropriation for a CDBG Microenterprise grant, a professional service contract with the Town of Java for water meter installation, and updates from the Planning Department and Countywide Zoning Program. The agenda also includes a discussion with a Middlebury resident about county zoning, but most other listed departments have nothing to report.

• Appropriation of $300,000 for Small Cities Grant (CDBG Microenterprise grant contract #1279ME547-24)
• Professional service contract with Town of Java for water meter installation, not to exceed $9,626.80, funded by NYS DOS LGE Meter Replacement Grant
• Planning Department report on Thriving Communities Grant and GIS Planner position
• Countywide Zoning Program monthly report for March 2024 and Munis Income Statement
• Discussion with P. Ulm, a Middlebury resident, regarding county zoning

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a contract with the IT Department for election services not to exceed $20,000, adoption of a revised Vehicle Use Policy, and a Memorandum of Agreement with CSEA on hospital staffing. The committee will also consider a $5,311 appropriation for copier costs and maintenance, and the reappointment of Margaret Dadd as Civil Service Commissioner for a six-year term.

• Contract with IT Department, 143 N. Main Street, Warsaw, NY, for election IT services not to exceed $20,000 (MUNIS Contract #2094)
• Appropriation of $5,311 for unbudgeted copier cost and maintenance agreement
• Approve and adopt revised Vehicle Use Policy, superseding Resolution #19-399
• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between Wyoming County and CSEA regarding Acute Hospital Staffing
• Reappointment of Margaret Dadd, 166 Main Street, Attica NY, as Civil Service Commissioner for six-year term

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing reports and authorizations for Veterans Services, the Office for the Aging, and the Department of Social Services. Key actions include approving professional service contracts and filling personnel positions.

• Contract not to exceed $4,999.00 with ARC GLOW for NYConnects Resource Directory guidebooks
• Contract with Newcomer Funeral Services Group for indigent funeral payments through 2027
• Filling of Senior Account Clerk ($19.39-$21.62/hr) and Community Services Aide ($17.95-$19.65/hr) positions
• Public hearing scheduled for June 11, 2024, regarding a $1,000,000 COVID Farmworker housing Program grant
• Appointments to the Office for the Aging Advisory Council

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a presentation from NYSEG and RG&E on new smart meters, including installation plans and customer expectations. The board will also receive a monthly update from the county administrator, including on Fire Training Center renovations, and review a resolution about changing office hours. The meeting is open to the public.

• NYSEG & RG&E presentation on smart meters and installation plan
• County administrator monthly update
• Update on Fire Training Center renovations
• Review of resolution on change in office hours

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Board of Supervisors will meet to decide on numerous resolutions across multiple committees, including finance, public works, and public safety. The agenda includes several requests for New York State funding and legislative changes, as well as the approval of various vendor contracts.

• Approval of annual highway materials bids
• Contracts for County Highway with Southern Tier Trailer Sales, Inc., George and Swede Sales and Services, and The Pump Doctor, Inc.
• Contracts for Buildings and Grounds with Kideney Architect, PC, Edward Hulme, Inc., Van Bortel Ford, and A-Verdi D/B/A Versatile
• Appointment of James C. Bragg as Director of Planning and Development
• Resolutions urging New York State to restore funding for agriculture, tourism matching grants, and water infrastructure

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Wyoming County Finance Committee will consider approving several professional service contracts, including a $50,031 three-year email protection subscription and a $70,000 Exchange Online migration, both with SHI. They will also review resolutions on state sales tax, tribal gaming, and other state-level issues, plus a tax bill correction and various hospital contracts.

• Contract with SHI for Barracuda E-Mail Protection, $50,031, not budgeted
• Contract with SHI for Exchange Online migration, $70,000, budgeted
• Tax bill correction for Monty Acquisitions, LLC, $6,105.60 credit
• Hospital employment agreements for NPs Janes ($124,000/yr) and Benson ($106,000/yr)
• Resolution supporting modernization of in rem tax foreclosure process

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including bids for highway materials, equipment purchases, and professional service contracts. Key items include a $1,001,400 contract for highway rehabilitation design, a $107,250 jail addition design contract, and multiple equipment purchases. The meeting also covers budget transfers and capital project amendments.

• Bid awards for highway materials with ties between County Line Stone and Dolomite Crushed Stone for towns of Attica, Orangeville, Wethersfield, and Eagle
• Appropriation of $290,251.54 for a maintenance truck and medium excavator (Resolution No. 24-170)
• Contract with Southern Tier Trailer Sales for a tilt trailer up to $12,500
• Contract with George & Swede Sales for a 2024 Link Belt excavator up to $173,205
• Professional service contract with Kideney Architect for jail addition design up to $107,250

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The Wyoming County Public Safety Committee is reviewing departmental updates and voting on several operational matters. Key actions include approving a communications tower agreement with Livingston County to improve local emergency coverage, awarding a five-year ambulance services contract for state facilities, and filling jail and EMS staff positions. The committee will also consider five resolutions requesting state policy changes regarding corrections funding and law enforcement powers.

• Intermunicipal agreement with Livingston County for Public Safety Tower Communications equipment at 8818 Short Tract Road, Nunda
• Five-year DOCCS ambulance services contract award covering Attica & Wyoming facilities starting June 26, 2024
• Contract amendment with CivicPlus to $18,790.01 for Threat Assessment website maintenance fees
• Jail position fill for Assistant Cook at $17.63–$19.24 per hour and Emergency Services Paramedic role at $37.90 per hour
• Five resolutions requesting state action on DA salary reimbursements, jail MAT funding, and Raise the Age law edits

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

The Wyoming County Agriculture & Green Energy Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a resolution urging the state to restore agriculture funding, a contract for farmland protection services, and updates from various departments. The agenda includes both decision items and general updates from county departments and affiliated organizations.

• Resolution calling on Governor and Legislature to restore funding for Agriculture Local Assistance Programs in FY 2025 State Budget
• Professional service contract with Genesee Valley Conservancy, One Main Street, Geneseo, NY, for farmland protection, not to exceed $5,000, effective 4/9/2024 through 12/31/2025
• Annual USDA Invasive Insect Survey, with permission granted March 6, 2024 to access county property
• February 2024 monthly report from Animal Control with J. Goodell
• General updates from Planning Department, Cooperative Extension, County Forestlands, Soil & Water, Conservation, Fair Association, and Dairy Industry

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions and contracts, including a $60,212 contract for opioid settlement-funded MAT services, an inter-municipal agreement with Genesee County for lead program services, and a rabies treatment contract. They will also discuss travel authorizations, budget appropriations, and a salary schedule amendment.

• Contract with Allegany Rehabilitation Associates for MAT services, up to $60,212
• Inter-municipal agreement with Genesee County for lead program services
• Rabies post-exposure treatment contract with Wyoming County Community Health System
• Appropriation of $119,477 from CDC Infrastructure Grant
• Amend salary schedule to increase Health Insurance Enrollment Specialist to 1.0 FTE at $24.00/hour

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider several resolutions and contracts, including a $148,750 consultant contract for the LWRP grant project, a $45,000 contract for hazardous waste collection, and creation of a GIS Planner position. They will also discuss state budget resolutions on solar canopies, tourism funding, and water infrastructure, plus appointments and reports.

• Authorize contract with Land Ethic Planning & Restoration for LWRP grant project, not to exceed $148,750
• Create GIS Planner position (1.00 FTE) at $65,492, effective July 1, 2024
• Approve $45,000 contract with Environmental Enterprises for GLOW hazardous waste collection
• Create Director of Planning and Development position ($70,603) and appoint James C. Bragg, abolishing Sr. Planner
• Reappoint Brianna Stone and Rick Fish Jr. to IDA Board for 3-year terms

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors' Human Resource Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a resolution supporting state legislation to extend the local mortgage recording tax, contract amendments and approvals, and changes to employee benefits. The committee will also receive updates from various county departments.

• Resolution supporting NY Senate Bill S8343 and Assembly Bill A9263 to extend the county mortgage recording tax through 11/30/2027
• Contract with Warsaw Penny Saver for mail check cards, not to exceed $8,500
• Amended contract with Webster Szanyi LLP increasing litigation fees by $50,000 to $80,000 total
• Tuition reimbursement cap increase from $2,500 to $4,000 annually
• Appropriation of $20,096 for AVENU software contract

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee will review multiple resolutions from the NYSAC Conference, several professional service contracts, and various personnel position fills. Discussions include updates for Veterans Services, the Office for the Aging, the Youth Bureau, and the Department of Social Services.

• Contract with Beaver Hollow Conference Center not to exceed $30,000.00
• Bid award for Response 4HELP for Personal Emergency Response System services
• Position fill for Office for the Aging Transportation Coordinator
• Contract with American National Red Cross for Youth Bureau equipment up to $4,750.00
• Contract with Stephenson-Dougherty Funeral Home Inc for indigent funeral payments

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a Health Needs Assessment presentation from the Thiel Foundation and receive a monthly update from the County Administrator. The board will also discuss employee time off for the April 8 solar eclipse. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Health Needs Assessment presentation by the Thiel Foundation
• Monthly update from County Administrator
• Discussion of employee time off for April 8 solar eclipse

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is deciding on several contracts and amendments, including a $906,366 bid award for preventative maintenance on CR02 East Lake Road and a $139,430 elevator modernization contract. They will also discuss a road closure request for a festival and other routine items.

• Bid award to D&H Excavating, Inc. for CR02 East Lake Road (PIN 4WY0.08) from Rt. 19A to Rt. 39, not to exceed $906,366.00
• Professional service contract with R&R Consulting Team, LLC for flagging and project support on CR02 East Lake Road, not to exceed $15,000.00
• Amended contract with TruGreen Commercial L.P. increasing 2024 amount to $7,050.00, total not to exceed $17,050.00
• Elevator modernization contract with Thyssenkrupp Elevator Corporation for Wyoming County Government Center, not to exceed $139,430.00
• Request to close Borden Ave from Main St. to Spring St on July 13, 2024 for Perry Chalk Art Festival

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing several budget appropriations, including "Operation Stonegarden" Homeland Security grant funds. The agenda also includes proposals for new law enforcement vehicles and personnel changes in the county jail and emergency services.

• Purchase of three marked 2024 Dodge Durango Pursuit units for up to $122,572.41
• Appropriation of "Operation Stonegarden" grant funds for equipment and overtime
• Contract with PowerDMS for law enforcement policy management software up to $13,544.77
• Creation of four part-time and one full-time Correction Officer positions at the County Jail
• Contract with EM Systems for 911 CAD texting services up to $4,000

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

The Agriculture & Green Energy Committee will meet on February 22, 2024, to discuss and possibly vote on a resolution proclaiming March 2024 as Agriculture Month in Wyoming County. The agenda also includes updates from various departments, a reminder about the annual Farm Bureau luncheon, and a farmland protection workshop. Most items are informational or routine, with no major financial decisions listed.

• Resolution to proclaim March 2024 as Ag Month in Wyoming County
• Joint Farm Bureau/Board of Supervisors annual meeting and luncheon on March 12, 2024 at Ag. & Business Center
• Farmland Protection Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Workshop on April 2, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• January 2024 monthly report from Animal Control
• General updates from Cooperative Extension, Dairy Industry, and Soil & Water

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several professional service contracts, grant applications, travel authorizations, and staffing changes. Key items include a $75,000 contract for harm reduction services, a $6,000 contract for therapeutic horseback riding, and a grant for child passenger safety. The committee will also consider amending a salary schedule and a contract with Health Research, Inc.

• Contract with Spectrum Human Services for $75,000 for harm reduction/peer services
• Contract with Wolcott Farms 4 Seasons of Fun LLC for $6,000 for instructional horseback riding
• Contract with Kevin Belkota/Wolf Creek Castile Deli for $5,700 for food at underage drinking symposium
• Grant application with NYS Governor's Traffic Safety Committee for $1,898 for Child Passenger Safety Program
• Amend salary schedule for Health Insurance Enrollment Specialist and begin recruitment for 1.0 FTE

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a professional service contract for GIS support and technical assistance, a report from the Planning Department, and a discussion on the Director of Planning title and job description. The agenda also includes updates from the Water Resource Agency, a monthly report from the Countywide Zoning Program, and reports from various other county bodies, several of which have nothing to report.

• Authorize Chairman to sign contract with Geocove, Inc., 247 Cayuga Road, Suite 70, Cheektowaga, NY 14225, for GIS support and technical assistance, amount not to exceed $7,500.00, effective February 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024 (MUNIS CONTRACT #2108)
• Discussion on Director of Planning Title & Job Description
• Silver Lake LWRP Update and Potential Regional Water Project Discussion
• Monthly Report – Jan 2024 from Countywide Zoning Program
• Munis Income Statement 2024 from Countywide Zoning Program

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several professional service contracts for youth sports programs and staffing changes for the Department of Social Services. The meeting also includes reports from Veterans Services and the Office for the Aging.

• Proposed $100,000 contract with Wyoming County Community Action for rental assistance
• Proposed contracts for youth sports including $5,125 for Village of Arcade field fencing and $3,220 for Warsaw Youth Baseball
• Proposed $4,000 annual stipends for the Youth Bureau Director for two separate terms
• Proposed filling of three positions in the Social Services Dept: Administrative Assistant, Secretary II, and Program Specialist
• Proposed $3,220 contract with Casey Stengel Baseball/Pioneer Youth Baseball for field maintenance and AEDs

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The Human Resource Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a home rule request to extend the local mortgage recording tax, a $120,000 print advertising contract, travel authorizations for conferences, and a budget appropriation for office supplies. The agenda also includes updates from various departments, with some reporting nothing new.

• Home Rule Request to extend Local Mortgage Recording Tax by 1/4% through 11/30/2027 (Res. #24-005)
• Professional Services Contract with Warsaw Penny Saver for print advertising, not to exceed $120,000, effective 1/1/24-12/31/26
• Overnight Travel Authorization for D. Farberman and J. Schmidt to attend NYS Association of Personnel & Civil Service Officers Conference, June 9-12, 2024, cost $1,100 registration + $1,020 hotel + mileage
• Overnight Travel Authorization for J. Wilkinson to attend CAASNY Annual Meeting, May 19-21, 2024, total cost to County $694.00 plus mileage
• 2024 Appropriation of $941.40 from Contingency/Fund Balance for office supplies (Labor Law posters)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular monthly meeting on February 13, 2024, to consider a large consent agenda of 85 resolutions. These include fund transfers and appropriations, contract authorizations, appointments to boards, and policy adoptions. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new supervisor and a centenarian presentation.

• Funds transferred to various 2024 accounts, including $26,975 for Public Defender legal services and $30,000 for retaining wall project.
• Funds appropriated to various 2024 accounts, including $175,514 for opioid settlement regional abatement and $24,835.60 for a cardiac monitor.
• Contract authorizations for County Highway (Klein Reinforcing Services, C&S Engineers, Labella Associates) and Buildings and Grounds (MJ Mechanical, Siemens, Eco Serve Pest).
• Sole source procurement approved for Sheriff's 911 system (Black Creek Integrated System Corp).
• Pilot agreement with EF NY CDG 010, LLC for the County.

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the County Administrator's monthly activity report for January/February. The board also notes an upcoming March 12 presentation on the Health Needs Assessment by the Thiel Foundation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or actions listed.

• County Administrator's Monthly Activity Report (Jan/Feb)
• Upcoming Health Needs Assessment presentation by the Thiel Foundation on March 12, 2024

Wyoming County Water Resource Agency

The Wyoming County Water Resource Agency board will meet to appoint/re-appoint board members for 2024, elect officers, and approve the previous meeting's minutes. They will also review the 2023 fourth-quarter financial report and hear activity updates. New business includes a regional water opportunity and discussion of a new board member, while other business covers grant updates and agency progress.

• Appointment/re-appointment of board members: Daniel Leuer, James Brick, Cheryl Ketchum (1-year terms), Frank Bright (3-year term)
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary
• Approval of minutes from 11/20/2023 meeting
• 2023 4th Quarter Financial Report
• Updates on Meter Replacement Grant, Silver Lake Local Waterfront Revitalization Grant, and WCWRA Moving Forward

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss various departmental items including professional service contracts, staff reappointments, and salary schedule amendments. The agenda includes significant hospital service agreements and several interdepartmental IT support contracts.

• Hospital contract with Healthstream, Inc. for $343,403.05 cumulative
• IT contract with SHI for Barracuda renewal up to $6,457.44
• Benefit Resource, LLC contract for FSA administration up to $7,500.00
• Salary amendment for Tax Map Technician to $23.63 per hour
• Mental Health appropriation of $175,514.00 for OFRA Grant Programs

Board of Supervisors - (6) Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider authorizing purchases of highway equipment totaling about $688,000, including a fuel management system, trailers, pickups, a maintenance truck, and an excavator. They will also review several professional service contracts for engineering, HVAC, pest control, and waste services, plus a rebar bid award for bridge work.

• Permission to bid or use OGS pricing for equipment: Gasboy fuel system $30,000, trailer $15,000, Skidster $75,000, ½-ton pickup $53,000, 1-ton pickup with plow $75,000, 1-ton pickup with service body $70,000, maintenance truck $226,000, medium excavator $169,000
• Bid award to Klein Reinforcing Services for rebar at Pike bridge 28 (Banks Rd), Warsaw bridge 36 (Ryan Rd), and shop stock, not to exceed $30,625
• Engineering contract with C&S Engineers for CR02 East Lake Road preventative maintenance, not to exceed $85,000
• Engineering contract with LaBella Associates for Silver Lake Road culvert replacement, not to exceed $194,900
• HVAC maintenance contract with MJ Mechanical for county buildings, $7,600/year, total $22,800 through 2026

Board of Supervisors - (7) Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing several departmental items including sheriff's office vacancies, jail maintenance contracts, and 911 infrastructure bids. The agenda also includes authorization for various interdepartmental DWI enforcement agreements and emergency services staffing.

• Extension of a vacant Deputy Sheriff position (Grade 4, $29.46-$31.75/hr)
• Contract with Town of Covington for Route 63 enforcement not to exceed $15,000.00
• Jail management software maintenance contract with Black Creek Integrated System Corp up to $24,077.16
• Bid award to Saia Communications, Inc. for Wethersfield tower microwave connection up to $20,887.53
• DWI enforcement MOU agreements with Arcade, Warsaw, Attica, and Perry Police Departments

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

The Wyoming County Agriculture & Green Energy Committee will discuss and vote on several items, including a contract for animal disposal, appointments to local boards, and a resolution guiding large-scale solar development on prime soils. The meeting is open to the public and includes reports from animal control and soil and water conservation.

• Authorize contract with Genesee Valley Farm & Crematory for animal disposal, up to $6,000, effective 2024-2026
• Discuss resolution for large-scale solar installations on soil groups 1-6
• Reappoint James Brick to Fish & Wildlife Management Board and Soil & Water Conservation District Board
• Reappoint Brian Becker to Seneca Trail RC&D Council
• Publish 30-day review notice for Agricultural District #5

Board of Supervisors - (3) Public Health Committee

The Wyoming County Public Health Committee is meeting to consider several grant applications and contracts, including opioid settlement funds totaling over $400,000, and to make appointments to the Community Services Board and Board of Health. The agenda also includes a date change for the next meeting and various administrative updates.

• Authorize grant application with Preventionfocus, Inc. for $10,000 for opioid prevention (SOR III Year 2)
• Authorize grant applications with NYS OASAS for Opioid Settlement Fund Regional Abatement: $241,463 (2022/2023) and $175,514 (2024)
• Contract with Wyoming County Joint Veterans Council for Dwyer Peer Services up to $4,600
• Contract with Dr. Daniel Antonius, Dr. Corey Leidenfrost, and Dr. Peter S. Martin Jr. for competency psychiatric exams, each up to $6,000
• Appointment of Jerry Davis to Community Services Board and Board of Health

Board of Supervisors - (5) Planning Committee

The Wyoming County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on various reappointments to county boards and committees, including the Chamber of Commerce, Arts Council, Planning Board, and solid waste committees. They will also receive updates on the EDA grant, solar eclipse branding, and the Planning Department's activities. The meeting is open to the public.

• Reappointment of Supervisor Ryan to Chamber of Commerce through Dec 31, 2024
• Reappointment of LuAnne Roberts to Arts Council Board for one-year term
• Appointments to Wyoming County Planning Board, including vacant positions
• Overnight travel authorization for James Bragg to NYS Housing Summit ($75 registration, $141.36/night hotel)
• Reappointments to GLOW Solid Waste committees and Water Resource Agency Board

Board of Supervisors - (1) Human Resource Committee

The committee is reviewing several departmental updates including Board of Elections, County Clerk, and County Attorney matters. Discussions include proposed policy changes for nondiscrimination and blood donation, as well as various service contracts and wage adjustments.

• Amend ES&S Voter Registration contract to include $7,350.00 annual maintenance charge
• Set Deputy County Clerk hourly wage at $26.93 effective 11/13/2023
• Authorize Toshiba copier purchase not to exceed $3,321.00
• Authorize Town of Attica office space rental not to exceed $4,800.00
• Adopt Nondiscrimination/Anti-Harassment/Equal Opportunity Employment policy

Board of Supervisors - (2) Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is discussing interdepartmental contracts for mental health and personal care services. The body is also considering several board appointments and salary schedule amendments for stipends.

• Contract with Mental Health for Regional Opioid Settlement Funds in a minimum of $30,000.00
• Contract with Mental Health for Dwyer administrative assistance in a minimum of $10,000.00
• Contract with Wyoming County Health Department for Personal Care Services Program Coordination not to exceed $5,875.00
• Revenue contract with NYS Association of Youth Bureaus not to exceed $8,000.00
• Salary stipends for Fiscal Officer I ($2,000), Transportation Coordinator ($2,000), and Account Clerk ($1,000)

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors will vote on a series of resolutions, including a request to the state legislature to extend the county's mortgage tax, and authorization for several contracts for software, legal, and other services. The agenda also includes routine financial transfers and appointments.

• Resolution to request state legislation to continue mortgage tax at $0.25 per $100 for 3 years through Nov 30, 2027
• Contract with Tenex Software Solutions for poll book support, not to exceed $17,010 (2024-2026)
• Contract with Mark H. Dadd Law Office for legal services, not to exceed $20,000 annually
• Contract with NEOGOV for civil service system, $30,900 total (setup and annual maintenance)
• Fund transfers: $42,000 for generator at Public Health, $225,560 for Public Defender salaries

Board of Supervisors - (9) Committee of the Whole

The Wyoming County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss updates on countywide ambulance services and a state comptroller audit of weights and measures. The agenda includes a welcome to the new county administrator and is otherwise routine, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Welcome County Administrator S. Schrader
• Countywide ambulance meeting update on WCCH transports/dispatch
• NYS Comptroller Weights and Measures audit for 01/01/2022-09/30/23, entrance conference held 01/08/24

Board of Supervisors - (8) Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing various departmental requests including professional service contracts, new staff positions, and budget appropriations. Items range from dental insurance contracts to hospital physician agreements and department-specific fund transfers.

• Dental insurance contract with Univera Healthcare not to exceed $400,000.00
• IT support contract with Department of Social Services not to exceed $104,117.00
• Medical Director coverage contract for Skilled Nursing Facility not to exceed $300,000.00
• Physician assistant services agreement with Julie Worthington, PA for $131,000.00 per year
• $42,000.00 transfer for Public Health generator installation using COVID ELC funds

Board of Supervisors - Regular Monthly Meetings

This is the annual organizational meeting of the Wyoming County Board of Supervisors, where newly elected supervisors are seated and the 2024 board is sworn in. The board will also nominate and swear in officers including chair, vice chair, and clerk, and hear the State of the County address. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions listed.

• Seating newly elected Supervisors from Castile, Pike, and Wethersfield
• Oath of office administered by Judge Kibler to the 2024 Board of Supervisors
• Nominations and oaths for Temporary Chair, Permanent Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk to the Board
• Oath of office for County Court Judge D. O'Geen
• 2024 State of the County Address