The committee reviewed several requests to create new positions across multiple departments. Key proposals included creating four new law enforcement associate positions and a Professional Standards and Compliance Program Integrity Officer for the Sheriff's Office, a Principal Account Clerk position for the Risk Management unit, a Director of Transportation position for the Planning Department, and a County Archivist position. The meeting also included a general human resources update.
Jun 17, 2026·
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Orange County Legislature's Public Safety and Emergency Services Committee Public Safety Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed and approved several items, including appointments to the Fire Advisory Board and the acceptance of funding for the K9 explosive detection program, the Strive Statewide Target Reduction in Intimate Partner Violence initiative, and the Byrne SCIP Crisis Intervention Programming Grant. Significant time was dedicated to a discussion regarding compliance with state law concerning contracts with ICE, including budgetary and staffing impacts on corrections. The Sheriff's report highlighted participation in youth justice conferences and the Golden Bridges initiative.
Mar 31, 2026·Board meeting
Ways and Means Committee Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed the Facilities Master Plan for Orange County Community College, which outlines a multi-phase, 10-year strategy for campus renovations. Key discussion topics included the transition toward organizing academic programs into physical 'neighborhoods' to improve student retention and graduation rates, aligning facility upgrades with workforce needs, and the proposed relocation of specific departments between buildings on the Middletown and Newburgh campuses. The plan focuses on maximizing current square footage through renovation rather than new construction, and participants discussed the financial synergy between local and state funding for these projects.
Feb 19, 2026·Board meeting
Public Safety Emergency Services Committee Committee Meeting
The committee focused on the confirmation of appointments and reappointments to the Orange County Fire Advisory Board. Key agenda items included the appropriation of grant funding for six deputy sheriff positions under the COPS program, along with a review of ongoing initiatives such as the building bridges and law enforcement associate programs. Additionally, reports on corrections population and staffing were presented, and the committee received an update on the Orange County Threat Assessment Committee initiative.
