Tioga County

The meeting featured a presentation on the findings of the 2025 Community-Level Youth Development Evaluation survey, which focused on youth substance use, mental health, and bullying. The Public Health Director provided updates on federal funding, state budget developments, disease outbreaks including listeria and tick-borne illnesses, and ongoing staffing and accreditation activities. The board also reviewed enforcement actions, conducted an executive session regarding potential litigation, and discussed public health agency activities.

The meeting included reviews of the year-to-date budget reports for the general and capital funds, alongside accounts payable updates from the County Auditor. Discussion items involved the 2027 budget, strategic plan and remote work policy updates, and administrative scheduling for upcoming seminars and meetings. A resolution was introduced to abolish the outdated Suggestion Plan Policy and rescind its establishing resolution. Additionally, appointments were made to the new Consolidated County Office Building Committee and its various sub-committees.

The committee reviewed the budget status and financial reports. Updates were provided regarding the NYSLGITDA conference and the completion of the Xerox copier replacement for the Legislative office and DPW. Discussions focused on the Shared Services Catalog of Services, including service agreements for the Town of Owego and the Town of Barton, as well as upcoming Master Service Agreements for several other local entities. The committee also addressed web accessibility compliance requirements for 2027 and the completion of a major Spillman system update. Security matters, site upgrades, and risk assessments were discussed in executive session, resulting in a directive to request a formal mitigation plan from the Village of Owego. Additionally, the committee acted on personnel matters including a Deputy Director appointment and various resolutions related to HVAC maintenance, shared services, and Master Service Agreements.

The board discussed several financial and operational items, including a facade loan application for a property in Waverly, NY, and an easement request from NYSEG. Progress on the revolving loan program, land bank activities, and brownfield assessment grant applications were reported. Old business updates included the ongoing MRB policy review, redevelopment projects at Lake Street, and invoice processing procedures. Additionally, project status updates were provided for several PILOT agreements and various grants and loan programs, including the IRP funds and the Northern Tioga Rail-with-Trail project.

The committee discussed a Façade Loan Program application from The Club at Sheppard Hills for $40,000 at a 1% interest rate over a 10-year term to fund entrance area improvements. The board reviewed the financial capacity of the owners, tax returns, personal statements, and debt service coverage ratios. Additionally, the committee evaluated the collateral arrangement, specifically noting that the mortgage would be limited to parcels located within the county. Ultimately, the committee recommended approval of the loan request.