Wayne County meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Wayne County Board approves $2.3M Port Bay project, hires county administrator

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors, at its Aug. 10 meeting, approved 47 resolutions, including a $2,341,438 bid for the first phase of the Port Bay REDI project, a $1,015,174 state grant for interoperable communications, and the permanent appointment of Mark Humbert as County Administrator at an annual salary of $163,508. All votes were unanimous among supervisors present; three supervisors were absent.

Board of Supervisors (Aug. 10)

The board awarded $44,785 in state youth team sports funding to four organizations, and approved a contract with PurFoods LLC for home-delivered chilled and frozen meals. It also approved a $109,732 contract with Clear Path for Veterans for the Dwyer Peer to Peer program.

In other actions, the board set 2027 nursing home room rates at $450 per day for semi-private rooms, $480 for private rooms, and $675 for suites. It also rescinded a request for proposals for a public safety radio system upgrade.

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (Aug. 17)

The WCIDA board approved the minutes of its July 20 meeting with a minor edit; all present members voted in favor, with Heald abstaining. The board received updates on the Newark Health and Wellness Campus and the K2 property, which received no bids at auction and is now being listed on the real estate market. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (Aug. 17)

The WEDC board approved three resolutions unanimously among present members: a $19,000 loan to Erik Graff, secured by his life insurance collateral; an extension of the agreement with Wayne County to administer the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund; and the opening of a new bank account for $500,000 in EPA brownfield funding.

Coming up

The Wayne County Planning Board will meet Aug. 26 to vote on 21 referral actions, including a special permit and site plan amendment for a 5.0 MW solar farm at 1045 Kuttruff Road in Walworth, a final site plan and special permit for a cannabis dispensary at 510 W Union St in Newark, and a site plan review for a mini-storage facility at 10349 State Route 31 in Galen. The board will also consider a text amendment to prohibit burials on private properties in the Town of Marion, and flood zone development process updates for nine towns and six villages to align with FEMA and NYSDEC standards.

Wayne County committees weigh $2.34M Port Bay project, $1M tower grant

County committees met last week to consider a range of spending and policy proposals, including a $2.34 million contract for the first phase of the Port Bay REDI project and acceptance of a $1 million state grant for communications towers. All items were on agendas; minutes have not yet been published, so no final decisions are confirmed.

Public Works: Port Bay REDI and other contracts

The Public Works Committee on Aug. 4 reviewed a proposal to award $2,341,438 to WD Malone Trucking & Excavating for Phase 1 of the Port Bay REDI project. The committee also considered a change order for engineering services on the same project totaling $84,700.

Other items included a SEQR negative declaration for a 45-foot Verizon Wireless small cell tower at 1527 Nye Rd, Lyons; authorization to apply for a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant with up to $3,000 in local match; and a $15,175 contract to FingerLakes Garage Doors Co. Inc. for jail overhead door replacement.

Public Safety: Tower grant, body cameras, and staffing

The Public Safety Committee on Aug. 4 reviewed acceptance of a $1,015,174 state grant for construction of communications towers. It also considered a $220,000 Bureau of Justice Assistance grant for body worn cameras, which would require a $220,000 local match.

The committee discussed authorizing the hire of a Senior Assistant Public Defender at a salary of $125,350, and the rescission of Resolution 23-26 regarding the Public Safety Radio System upgrade RFP. A budget amendment would use DCJS funding to cover a $10,000 Axon contract and a $21,630 Celebrite subscription.

Health and Human Services: Social worker, veterans contract, youth sports

The Health & Medical Committee on Aug. 3 reviewed a proposed $26,500 reallocation for a Public Health vehicle purchase, creation of a Senior Assistant Social Worker position at an annual rate of $57,661.50, and a $50,000 budget increase for New York State forensic hospitalization costs. The committee also considered a $109,732 contract award to Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. for the Dwyer RFP, and reviewed 2027 nursing home room rates.

The Human Services Committee on the same day considered awarding $46,785 in state youth team sports funding to four organizations: $10,000 to Jets Soccer Program (N. Rose, NY), $16,618 to Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association (Sodus Point, NY), $12,167 to Lyons Community Center (Lyons, NY), and $6,000 to Marion Soccer Club (Marion, NY). It also reviewed a contract with PurFoods LLC for chilled/frozen home-delivered meals for older adults, with county cost up to $2,800.

Economic Development and Government Operations

The Economic Development & Planning Committee on Aug. 5 considered transferring $28,734.84 to cover bus operation expenses for the remainder of 2026, awarding a $65,000 contract to LaBella Associates for a 2026 update to the derelict property study (funded by a $50,000 CDBG grant and $15,000 in WCIDA matching funds), and a $250 charter service agreement with RTS Bus for an Agriculture Development Board tour. The committee also received a tourism report for July 2026.

The Government Operations Committee on the same day reviewed revised County Vehicle Fleet Management and Travel policies, a new Healthcare Provider and Payer Portal Administration policy, and personnel actions including the appointment of Mark Humbert as County Administrator and George Bastedo as Director of Disaster Preparedness.

Coming up

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Wayne County Board approves $350,000 insurance payment; Planning Board clears town text amendments

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors approved a $350,000 payment to NYMIR for an auto accident settlement and awarded a multi-year independent auditing contract during its July 21, 2026 meeting, according to official minutes.

Board of Supervisors: settlements, contracts, and refunds

The Board approved eight resolutions on July 21. The largest dollar item was Resolution 357-26, a $350,000 payment to NYMIR for an auto accident settlement. The Board also approved a $5,000 settlement for an inmate mistreatment claim under Resolution 356-26.

On procurement, the Board awarded an independent auditing services contract to Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP (Resolution 360-26), designated ICC (General Code) as sole source for Laserfiche maintenance (Resolution 358-26), and approved a $58,005.75 purchase order to SHI International for a 36-month antivirus renewal (Resolution 359-26).

The Board authorized a $19,883.17 refund to Hope Village (Resolution 363-26), the return of a $1,150 deposit for 2009 Canandaigua Road due to environmental issues (Resolution 1-6), and termination of a contract with Whitcomb Law Firm, P.C. (Resolution 362-26).

Planning Board: six town-wide text amendments approved

The Wayne County Planning Board approved text amendments for six municipalities on July 22, each by a 12-0 vote: Town of Macedon, Town of Marion, Town of Lyons, Town of Palmyra, Town of Arcadia, and Village of Newark. The Board also approved its June 24, 2026 meeting minutes 12-0.

The Board tabled a special permit application for Palmyra NY Solar LLC at 3605 N Creek Rd pending an Ag and Markets report. June 24 meeting minutes were approved 12-0.

Economic Development: agendas only, minutes not yet published

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and the Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA) both met July 20, but only agendas are available; minutes have not yet been published.

The WCIDA agenda listed a resolution authorizing commitment of funds for a derelict property study. Both bodies were scheduled to review June 15, 2026 meeting minutes, performance measures reports, fiscal officer's reports, and project updates. WEDC's meeting was called to order by David Fantuzzo, with the next board meeting scheduled for August 17, 2026.

Coming up

• **Health & Medical Committee — Aug. 3, 2026:** Budget reallocations for public health and mental health services, including a proposed $26,500 reallocation for a Public Health vehicle purchase, creation of a Senior Assistant Social Worker position at $57,661.50 annually, a proposed $50,000 budget increase for New York State forensic hospitalization costs, a $109,732 contract award to Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. for the Dwyer RFP, and review of 2027 nursing home room rates.

• **Human Services Committee — Aug. 3, 2026:** Vote on $46,785 in state youth team sports funding across four organizations — Jets Soccer Program ($10,000), Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association ($16,618), Lyons Community Center ($12,167), and Marion Soccer Club ($6,000) — plus a contract with PurFoods LLC for chilled/frozen home-delivered meals for older adults at up to $2,800 county cost.

• **Public Safety Committee — Aug. 4, 2026:** Review of a $1,015,174 state grant for communications tower construction, a $220,000 BJA grant for body-worn cameras with a $220,000 local match, hiring of a Senior Assistant Public Defender at $125,350, rescission of Resolution 23-26 regarding the Public Safety Radio System upgrade RFP, and a budget amendment for DCJS funding covering a $10,000 Axon contract and $21,630 Celebrite subscription.

Wayne County committees act on staffing, grants, and public works; Board of Supervisors to weigh $350,000 settlement

Wayne County committees advanced a broad slate of staffing, grant, and contract actions over the past two weeks, while the Board of Supervisors prepares to vote on a $350,000 automobile accident settlement and several major funding items on July 21.

Public Safety Committee fills key posts, approves grants and equipment

The Public Safety Committee approved 13 items on July 7, all by 5-0 votes. Actions included creating a second Assistant Public Defender position contingent on Pay Plan Committee approval, adding a part-time attorney funded by a DCJS block grant, and reclassifying EMS positions with a budget amendment. The committee approved an agreement with Rochester Regional Health for critical care transport, a payroll and scheduling software subscription, and the appointment of an interim Director of Disaster Preparedness. Grant actions included the 2025 State Homeland Security and FY2025 EMPG grants, the NYS FY26 COPS Hiring Program grant application, and FY25 Stonegarden grant funds. Equipment purchases approved included an all-terrain emergency response vehicle and a replacement drone. The committee also approved a school resource officer agreement with Lyons Central School District.

Government Operations Committee acts on overlapping staffing changes

On July 9, the Government Operations Committee approved several staffing changes that mirror items from Public Safety, including filling the second Assistant Public Defender position while abolishing a Grade 9 position, creating the additional part-time attorney and amending the 2026 Public Defender budget, and abolishing and creating positions within Wayne County EMS. The committee also approved appointing the interim Director of Disaster Preparedness, establishing a standard work day and reporting resolution for officials, TIER and absentee postage grant extension applications, a GIS department contract extension, and creating and filling a First Assistant County Attorney position. All votes were 5-0.

Finance Committee creates Tax Map Technician role, tables audit procedure

The Finance Committee approved eight items on July 14, including creation of a Tax Map Technician position, a sole-source contract for Laserfiche maintenance, renewal of antivirus software, and a contract for independent audit services. The committee also approved payment of a NYMIR invoice and settlement of a claim. A resolution on audit claim review procedures was tabled for further discussion. All approved items passed 5-0.

Public Works Committee tables Port Bay REDI bid

The Public Works Committee tabled a resolution to award a bid for the Port Bay REDI Project on July 8, citing concerns about funding shortfalls and long-term maintenance costs. Approved items included an agreement with E2Companies LLC for a microgrid study, a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless, rescinding Resolution 285-26 regarding generator maintenance, declaring vehicles and equipment surplus, employee CDL license reimbursements, and setting the 2027 hourly rate for Central Garage mechanical work. Approved votes were 5-0.

Health & Medical and Human Services committees approve contracts and amendments

The Health & Medical Services Committee approved a Public Health budget amendment for Community Accessibility and Inclusion Funding, purchase of ADA-compliant picnic tables using grant funds, an application for the NYS Rural Community Health Integration Grant, and renewal of the Inovalon Provider Inc. patient statements agreement, among other items. The committee authorized staff to prepare a resolution for a county-operated Early Intervention provider model to address service gaps.

The Human Services Committee approved a budget amendment for Veterans Services Agency office supplies and software, a contract with Wayne County school districts for the FACT program for 2026-2027, an agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension for health promotion programs, an agreement with LPi for the Aging and Youth newsletter, an out-of-state travel request for AOA Trainers Academy in New Mexico, and an agreement with Ivan and Izacs for DSS vehicle detailing. All votes were 4-0.

Economic Development & Planning Committee accepts EPA loan fund award

On July 8, the committee approved applying for the NYS Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant and accepting an EPA Revolving Loan Fund Award while extending its agreement with the Wayne Economic Development Corporation. Both passed 5-0. Members also reviewed updates on broadband completion, tourism initiatives, farmland protection planning, and anticipated state economic development funding.

Coming up

• **July 20 — Wayne County Industrial Development Agency:** Will consider a resolution authorizing commitment of funds for a derelict property study, plus performance measures and fiscal reports.
• **July 20 — Wayne Economic Development Corporation:** Board will review project updates and reports; David Fantuzzo leads the meeting.
• **July 21 — Board of Supervisors:** Will vote on a $350,000 NYMIR payment for an automobile accident settlement, a $5,000 inmate claim settlement, a $58,005.75 antivirus software renewal, and acceptance of homeland security and emergency management grants.
• **July 22 — Wayne County Planning Board:** Will consider a special permit for a 3 MW solar facility on 60 acres at 3605 N Creek Rd in the Town of Palmyra, plus flood zone development standards for Macedon, Marion, Lyons, Palmyra, Arcadia, and the Village of Newark.

Wayne County committees act on grants, public health model, and public works bids

Wayne County committees meeting the week of July 6–9, 2026, advanced actions across public health, human services, public safety, economic development, and public works. The most consequential decided item came from the Economic Development & Planning Committee, which accepted an EPA Revolving Loan Fund Award and extended its management agreement with the Wayne Economic Development Corporation by a 5-0 vote.

Health & Medical Committee (July 6)

The committee approved a series of budget amendments, grant applications, and contract renewals. It voted 5-0 to amend the Public Health budget for Community Accessibility and Inclusion Funding and to purchase ADA-compliant picnic tables using grant funds. It also voted 5-0 to apply for the NYS Rural Community Health Integration Grant.

Contract renewals passed 4-0, including renewal pricing for Nursing Home food and nutrition services, an amendment to the Music Therapy Services contract, and execution of an agreement with Inovalon Provider Inc. for the Nursing Home. The committee also authorized staff to prepare a resolution for a county-operated Early Intervention provider model to address service gaps. Members discussed updates on the dental clinic exploration and the rabies control program; no votes were recorded on those discussions.

Human Services Committee (July 6)

All items passed 4-0. The committee approved a budget amendment for Veterans Services Agency office supplies and software, a contract with Wayne County school districts for the FACT program for 2026–2027, and agreements with Cornell Cooperative Extension for health promotion programs and with LPi for the Agency Newsletter. It also approved an out-of-state travel request for the AOA Trainers Academy in New Mexico and an agreement with Ivan and Izacs for DSS vehicle detailing. Members heard reports on veterans tax exemption legislation, Aging and Youth updates, and Department of Social Services activities; no votes were taken on those reports.

Public Safety Committee (July 7)

Minutes were not yet published; the following reflects the agenda. The committee was set to consider authorizing the Sheriff to apply for the NYS FY26 COPS Hiring Program grant, which requires a 25% local match, and to accept a FY25 Stonegarden grant of $115,100 for equipment including License Plate Readers and an ATV. Also on the agenda: awarding a bid for an All Terrain Emergency Response Vehicle, signing a school resource officer agreement with Lyons CSD, and purchasing a replacement drone. The Public Defender sought authorization to fill a 2nd Assistant Public Defender position (Grade 11, Step X), abolish a Grade 9 position, and create an additional part-time attorney using DCJS block grant funds, with $243,455 available. Emergency Management sought to accept the 2025 State Homeland Security (SHSP) grant and the FY2025 EMPG grant.

Economic Development & Planning Committee (July 8)

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

Public Works Committee (July 8)

The committee tabled a resolution to award a bid for the Port Bay REDI project, citing concerns about funding shortfalls and long-term maintenance costs. Approved items, all 5-0, included an agreement with E2Companies LLC for a microgrid study, a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless, rescinding Resolution 285-26 regarding generator maintenance, declaring vehicles and equipment surplus, employee CDL license reimbursements, and setting the 2027 hourly rate for Central Garage mechanical work.

Government Operations Committee (July 9)

Minutes were not yet published; the following reflects the agenda. The committee was reviewing requests to extend two state grants for the Board of Elections: the Technology Innovation and Election Resource (TIER) grant through March 31, 2027, for $70,161.26, and the Absentee Postage Grant through March 31, 2027, for $26,316.43. Also on the agenda: a resolution to establish standard work days for Sheriff Robert Milby (8 hours) and County Clerk Jessica Freer (7.5 hours), the proposed creation and filling of a First Assistant County Attorney position, and authorization to extend a contract in the GIS Department.

Coming up

The Wayne County Finance Committee meets July 14, 2026. The agenda includes renewal of antivirus software for $58,005.75 over 36 months, sole-source maintenance for Laserfiche products via ICC Community Development Solutions, an audit report on Amazon and Staples user access controls, authorization to terminate a contract with Whitcomb Law Firm, P.C., and a resolution to award external auditor services.