Craig A Arno

The board reviewed the Treasurer's Report and discussed the inventory status of various properties, including demolition projects, rehab progress, and lot acquisitions. The board authorized the purchase of a property in the Town of Hornellsville and approved the sale of a lot to the County. Additionally, the board awarded bids for the sale of a property and for demolition and air monitoring services. Finally, the board discussed potential future rehab projects and new construction developments.

The committee held a special meeting to review department requests from the County Manager. The primary agenda items included the approval of appointments for the Youth Bureau Coordinator and the Undersheriff at salaries above the midpoint of their respective management grades.

The committee meeting agenda included several departmental requests. The Sheriff's Office proposed the renewal of a whole body security scanning system agreement, a STOP VAWA memorandum of understanding, and an in-car camera subscription. The Emergency Services/E-911 department requested approval for a Motorola maintenance agreement, acceptance of an ESInet readiness grant, and a discussion on EMS staffing. The District Attorney's Office proposed an office space lease. The Personnel department requested the creation of new positions, specifically two paramedic roles, two emergency medical technician roles, and one paralegal assistant position.

The meeting agenda includes a report from the Treasurer and status updates regarding property inventory.

The Legislature honored the memory of a former colleague, Philip J. Roche, and recognized employees for their years of service. Discussions and actions included a report on the Youth in Government Program, public comments regarding immigration policy, and the review of a communications log. Several local laws were presented for adoption, including amendments to real property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters, ambulance workers, and senior citizens, as well as a new registry for animal abusers and an exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty. Additionally, the Legislature acted to rescind the County Environmental Management Council, increase pistol permit application fees, and impose a six-month moratorium on new biosolid spreading permits. Finally, a bond authorization for the expansion of the County Landfill was approved.