Christopher Desrochers

The initial meeting included the election of new Board Members and Officers, as well as the appointment of members to the Audit & Finance and Governance committees. Key discussions included an overview of the 2022 3rd & 4th Quarter Financial Reports, noting changes due to GASB87 requirements, approval of the 2022 Financial Audit, and approval of the 2023-2027 Budgets, which accounted for Planned Parenthood vacating their leased space without notice. Policies regarding Mission Statement, Investment, and Disposition of Property were approved, and an update confirmed that the new roof and exterior painting were completed. The second meeting addressed the removal of one Board Member and the election of a replacement, approval of the 2023 1st & 2nd Quarter Financial Reports, and approval of the 2024-2028 Budgets. The Board also discussed potentially moving to an annual meeting schedule.

The initial meeting involved the election of Board Members to two-year and one-year terms, followed by the election of officers, including the President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Committee members for Audit & Finance and Governance were appointed. Key agenda items included the approval of the 2024 Quarter Financial Reports and the PARIS and Annual & Measurement Reports. The 2024 Financial Audit was presented with no findings or issues. The body also approved the 2025-2029 Budgets and reviewed policies such as the Mission Statement and Investment Policy. An update on building operations in 2024 noted parking lot maintenance and security procedure updates. Other business included adding a Building Maintenance Expense Line to the Budget and updating the Lease, as well as noting an upcoming Arbitrage Rebate in 2026. A subsequent Special Meeting addressed the consideration and approval of an Amendment to the 2026 Budget related to the Schuyler Head Start Lease.

The meeting involved the election of Board Members for a one-year term and the election of officers, including the President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Committee members for Audit & Finance and Governance were appointed. Key business items included the approval of the 2023 3rd & 4th Quarter Financial Reports, PARIS and Annual & Measurement Reports, and the 2023 Financial Audit, which was presented with no findings or issues. The board also approved the 2024-2028 Budgets and reviewed policies concerning Mission Statement, Investment Policy, and Disposition of Property Guidelines. A Building Operation Update indicated that the building is in good condition, with recent roof replacement and generator installation; sealing and striping of the parking lot is planned for the current year.

The January 26, 2023 meeting included the nomination and unanimous approval of officers, including a new President, Vice President, and Secretary. SCOPED representatives were also nominated and approved. Key discussions focused on 2023 goals, which included Code Enforcement, Shared Payroll & HR, and Shared Workers Compensation. The Health Officer reported on decreased flu and RSV numbers. SCOPED/IDA updates covered the issue of governing sticker shops due to a lack of legal authority, the submission of three competitive Restore Grants focused on housing, and ongoing chickpea growth trials. Updates 'Around the Table' covered solar farm host agreements, the change in structure for Montour's Clerk & Treasurer positions, business growth in Watkins Glen, declining enrollment in Watkins Glen, and concerns regarding electronic transportation. A significant discussion arose concerning emails potentially dividing the towns and villages, leading to a motion, which was later withdrawn, to remove the President from his role, with the expectation that he would submit his resignation. Future meetings were scheduled to alternate between regular meetings and working meetings every other month.

The collective minutes cover multiple meetings where key discussions included the nomination and selection of officers, designation of SCOPED representatives, and reports on public health matters such as flu status and COVID-19 updates, including vaccination progress and cluster management. Discussions on the state budget and sales tax projected a potential loss of $300,000, alongside updates on economic development assistance and the American Recovery Protection Act (ARPA) funds. Other topics involved clean energy grants, the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan requiring municipal adoption for funding eligibility, tourism promotion, and potential consolidation of Code Enforcement and polling sites. Furthermore, there was discussion regarding the legalization of marijuana and the associated local control and revenue implications, as well as updates on various local construction and infrastructure projects.