The committee reviewed the proposed Orange County Community College budget for 2026-2027 and the Orange County Audit for the year ended 12/31/2025. Discussion topics included a supplemental appropriation request to replace oxygen manifold and alarm panels at the Valley View Center, the creation of a new Principal Account Clerk position for the Risk Management fiscal unit, a supplemental agreement with NYSDOT to increase funding for the Heritage Trail Segment #3 capital project, and a temporary change in status for an Assistant Assessor position related to an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Chester. A budget update was also provided.
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Orange County Legislature's Ways and Means Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting addressed several administrative and financial items, including the confirmation of a new budget director. Approvals were granted for the release of the county's interest in a specific deed sale parcel and for supplemental appropriations to the liability and casualty reserve fund, intended to cover litigation expenses and settlements. Additionally, the committee authorized the purchase of a storage garage and two zero-turn mowers to support maintenance and equipment needs at the Orange County Veteran Cemetery.
May 27, 2026·Board meeting
Orange County Legislature's Ways and Means Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed and approved several items, including a release of the county's interest in a deed sale parcel and a supplemental appropriation for probation department equipment, specifically body cameras and tasers. The committee authorized the creation of a new organizational unit in the budget for the Sugarloaf Performing Arts Center and approved a supplemental appropriation for its operation and maintenance. Additionally, the committee addressed changes to tipping rates and commodity fees for county-owned transfer station facilities.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting
Ways and Means Committee Meeting
The committee meeting addressed several financial and project-related requests, including an amendment to local law regarding the county's liability and casualty reserve fund. Approvals were granted for a supplemental appropriation for infrastructure modernization and cybersecurity improvements, hardware and software upgrades for parks, and the repair of exterior doors at the Valley View Center. The committee also discussed and authorized a public hearing for a conservation easement acquisition and reviewed funding increases for the wastewater treatment plant project, citing modifications to regulatory requirements and the interconnection of additional county facilities.
