Yates County Legislature Regular Session Minutes
The meeting included recognition of Robert Brechko's 19 years of service and the appointment of John Christensen as the new Democratic Election Commissioner. Public comments addressed various concerns, including fiber optic cable availability, the proposed jail project, and potential moratoriums on AI data centers. The Legislature authorized several actions, including an intermunicipal agreement with Schuyler County for a shared Code Enforcement Officer, a contract with FLX Local Media, and the procurement of Varonis Data LifeCycle Automation software. Furthermore, the board approved biometric screening services, created a part-time Emergency Management Coordinator position, and adopted the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan. Resolutions were also passed calling for a delay of federal SNAP cost shifts, supporting the Village of Penn Yan's comprehensive plan update, and authorizing broadband network extensions via Empire Access.