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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The meeting included several key agenda items, such as the approval of federal grant applications for transit vehicles and transportation program projects, and the authorization of bond resolutions for software, hardware, and facility upgrades for the Parks Department, Information Technology Services, and the Valley View facility. The legislature adopted amendments to the legislative manual regarding the functions of deputy party leaders, approved home rule resolutions for various state bills, and supported re-entry employment initiatives. Additionally, the body approved conservation easement funding and scheduled a public hearing for the Moraczewski Farm project, accepted various departmental reports and appropriations, and confirmed reappointments to the Water Authority and Office for the Aging Advisory Board.
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.
Feb 24, 2026·Board meeting
Ways & Means Committee Meeting
The committee held a meeting covering various legislative requests. Key discussions included authorizing lead agency status for environmental reviews related to the Valley View wastewater treatment facility, the acquisition of property at Camp LaGuardia, and funding for the Orange County Open Space Fund. Other topics addressed were a supplemental appropriation for capital improvements at the 1887 building, a funding agreement for the Village of Chester, a conservation easement for a farm in the Town of Warwick, and an infrastructure grant application for the Sugarloaf Performing Arts Center covering water main connections and generator installation.
