Jon Bellamy

The meeting commenced with a roll call and a moment of silence for recently deceased county members and veterans. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to recognizing Pat Beck with a proclamation for her dedication to the Amsterdam Mohawks organization and her service as president of the Shutterworth Park Foundation, where she secured substantial funding for park improvements. A presentation was given by Corey Nellis from Soil and Water regarding 2025 accomplishments and funding secured for conservation programs, including the Farmland Protection Reserve Fund. The discussion on the $250,000 allocated to the Farmland Protection Reserve Fund revealed differing interpretations regarding its intended use—some believed it was solely for incentivizing farmers against solar development, while the Soil and Water representative planned to use it for broader local agriculture and environmental management initiatives. There was also discussion about the challenges in implementing the mandated state law regarding clawbacks from properties developed for solar energy, citing assessor reluctance and low recovery amounts.

This document outlines the Montgomery County Multi-Jurisdiction Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan 5-Year Update, covering the period from 2023 to 2028. It assesses natural hazard risks and vulnerabilities, particularly from flooding, severe weather, extreme temperatures, and severe winter storms. The plan details the county's capabilities in planning, regulatory, administrative, technical, financial, education, and outreach, and proposes comprehensive mitigation actions to reduce future vulnerabilities and enhance resilience across the county and its participating jurisdictions.

The Final Local Solid Waste Management Plan for Montgomery County outlines a comprehensive strategy for waste management from 2024 to 2033. It details the existing solid waste system, administrative and financial structures, and future projections. Key strategic initiatives include waste prevention through product stewardship, enhancing reuse and recyclables recovery programs for various materials, and developing organics recovery programs. The plan also focuses on implementing a mandatory recycling law, using incentive-based pricing, and strengthening education and outreach to reduce waste generation, increase diversion, and ensure the efficient and sustainable management of solid waste within the county.

The primary purpose of this special meeting was to hold a revote on Resolution Number 279 of 2025, which authorizes the County Executive to execute a change order with Westwinds Contracting and amend the 2025 operating budget. This resolution required a six-vote majority, which was unavailable at the previous full board meeting. Discussion focused on the mechanism for reimbursement from the involved party for repairs necessitated by an accident, resulting in an amendment to include that the County Attorney is authorized to take legal action to recover funds if reimbursement is not received within 60 days of work completion. Additionally, discussions covered a resolution to amend the 2025 operating budget for stop-loss medical insurance, noting a significant cost increase due to experience rating, and resolutions amending the 2025 operating budget for foster care block grants and general social services. The Public Safety Committee also discussed a resolution amending the 2025 operating budget related to assigned council members, addressing concerns regarding mileage reimbursement for ongoing cases.

The meeting commenced with roll call and a moment of silence honoring deceased community members, several of whom were US military veterans. The proceedings included the approval of previous meeting minutes, budgetary transfers, and procurement records. A resolution was added to the agenda, and subsequently, Resolution 265, adopting the revised non-bargaining personnel policy, was passed after amendment. Several resolutions involved contract authorizations, including renewals with Infinity Med Solutions and Catholic Charities for warming station operations, and agreements for services approved for 2026 use. The body also approved resolutions related to establishing a part-time law associate position, authorizing mortgage tax money disbursement, approving an abstract of audited claims, and amendments to the 2025 operating budget, including one related to public works salary account shortages. One resolution regarding a change order with West Winds Contracting was tabled.