Economic Development And Planning Committee Regular Meeting
The committee meeting addressed resolutions regarding the authorization of a second public hearing for a CDBG water street grant and the acceptance of a County Infrastructure Grant Program award to facilitate a project management agreement with the Town of Lyons. Additionally, a tourism progress report was presented, covering recent marketing activities, brochure distribution, grant applications, travel writer visits, and upcoming tourism events, including the hosting of a press trip.
Oct 19, 2026·
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The board passed resolutions to authorize a new assistant secretary and records management officer, accept proposals for audit services, and adopt PAAA/PARIS budgets for submission to the ABO. Discussions covered potential roles for the CFDC in facilitating grant funding and supporting community not-for-profit projects, research into legal facilitation capabilities for such projects, and the need for coordination between county organizations regarding economic and workforce development. The board also planned to invite the local hospital CEO to discuss future plans and opportunities for civic support.
Oct 8, 2026·Board meeting
Economic Development & Planning Committee Minutes
The committee reviewed updates regarding the Wayne County Fair, including budget support for 4-H students and a proposed paving project that must undergo the county's procurement process. Various resolutions were approved for the CDBG program, a resilience strategy application, and billboard services. The tourism department discussed marketing efforts for the Apple Tasting Tour, the Haunted History Trail, and the issuance of an RFQ for a mobile application. Additionally, discussions were held regarding regional funding for an economic development learning center and a proposal for a new administrative position to oversee economic and workforce development.
Oct 8, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Economic Development And Planning Committee Regular Meeting
The committee meeting addressed various operational and strategic initiatives for the Economic Development and Planning department. Key topics included authorization for a second public hearing regarding the CDBG program and requests for CDBG agreement extensions, submission of a grant application for the NYS Countywide Resilience Implementation Strategy Program, and approval of a billboard advertising agreement with Lamar Advertising. Additionally, the committee reviewed tourism progress reports, designated the official Tourism Promotion Agent for 2027, authorized an application for NYS Tourism Matching Funds, and discussed the acceptance of quotes for outdoor tourism mobile application improvements.
