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Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Steuben County Finance Committee Minutes
The committee addressed several department requests including the authorization to purchase an effluent pump for the landfill, the transfer of funds for the purchase of a sheriff's vehicle, and the acceptance of a K-9 donation for the Sheriff's office. Additionally, the committee approved the acceptance of NSIP funding for the home-delivered meals program and reviewed monthly financial reports. The session also included a discussion regarding the upcoming Finance Budget Workshop, focusing on federal funding cuts and potential budgetary impacts, particularly concerning SNAP and error rate contingencies.
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The committee addressed several department requests including the approval of a standard workday and retirement reporting resolution, the renewal of multiple contracts for tax bill printing, online assessment application services, and joint data collection agreements. Additionally, the committee discussed the progress on the Disabled Veterans Exemption, authorized a three-year contract renewal for health benefits, and approved the reclassification of a cleaner position to a custodian. New business items included a discussion on future reporting of employee turnover and vacancies, the restructuring of committee meeting seating, and a review of the recent America 250th celebration.
Sep 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee Minutes
The committee meeting addressed several key topics. Presentations included an announcement of Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month and planned local events, and a request for authorization to accept NSIP funding for the home-delivered meals program. Renewals and amendments for multiple contracts supporting aging services were approved. Operational updates were provided regarding the Silver Shield Program and the upcoming Annual Senior Forum. Additional discussions covered the status of the Hornell Senior Center construction, potential options for the Youth in Government Program, a measles outbreak in a local district, policies regarding social media comment sections, and financial updates concerning the SNAP program. The committee also convened in executive session to discuss the financial history of an individual.
Sep 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee Minutes
The committee reviewed department requests from the historian, including Hall of Fame inductions and upcoming anniversary celebrations, as well as an update on the county website for small businesses. Budget presentations were provided by the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance, Finger Lakes Wine Country, and the Steuben County Conference and Visitors' Bureau, detailing their 2027 funding requests and tourism performance metrics. Additionally, the committee discussed concerns regarding the Town of Fremont windmills, specifically addressing issues of state versus local control and health concerns.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
