Cayuga public meetings in 2021
21 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The subcommittee will review the November 17, 2021, meeting minutes and hear from the public. The agenda includes a discussion of mental-health related goals for 2021 and reports from various agencies.
- Review of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to review the Local Services Plan and mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also receive reports from several behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Review of 2021 mental-health related goals
- Discussion of Local Services Plan
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and Contact Community Services
- Reports from Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the Local Services Plan and mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also review reports from several behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Review of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and Contact Community Services
- Reports from Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House
- Mental Health Task Force discussion
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The subcommittee will review the July 15, 2021, meeting minutes and discuss mental-health related goals for the 2021 Local Services Plan. The agenda includes reports from several agencies and a discussion regarding meeting in person.
- Review of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House
- Discussion regarding meeting in person
Government Operations Committee
The committee is reviewing a proposal to adjust salary ranges for Non-Bargaining staff, specifically regarding Deputy 2 and 3 positions. The Board of Elections provided updates on the November 2nd General Election and early voting sites. The County Clerk reported that all departments are now in compliance with the NYS Updated Records Retention Schedule.
- Appointment of Thomas Bunn to the Records Advisory Committee
- Discussion on salary ranges for Non-Bargaining staff
- Board of Elections update on early voting at Clifford Park, Venice Town Hall, and Cato Town Office
- Resolution 9-21-GO-1 to increase hardware equipment expenditure was pulled
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing funding for a college workforce development project and the acquisition of property at 83-87 Wall St. in Auburn. The body is also considering the acceptance of state grants for election technology and early voting expansion.
- Resolution 8-21-GO-1: Allocate $356,964.40 for Cayuga Community College Cooperative Workforce Development Project
- Resolution 8-21-GO-2: Approval of purchase and sale agreement for 83-87 Wall St., Auburn, NY
- Resolution 8-21-GO-3: $18,961.06 NYS grant for Board of Elections early voting expansion
- Resolution 8-21-GO-4: $74,038.51 NYS grant for Board of Elections technology and infrastructure upgrades
- Resolution 8-21-GO-5: Acceptance of $356,964.40 in Shared Services revenue from the City of Auburn
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to review the Local Services Plan and mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also receive reports from several behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Review of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and Contact Community Services
- Reports from Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House
- Discussion regarding meeting in person
Government Operations Committee
The committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding Board of Elections grants and county policy updates. Discussion also includes the county charter.
- Resolution to receive $527 in Early Voting Aid to Localities Grant funds
- Amendment to Resolution No. 148-21 regarding the NYS Poll Worker Grant contract number
- Update to Section 10 of the Cayuga County Records Management Policies and Procedures Manual
- Amendment to the Cayuga County Fixed Asset Policy Section 6
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Cayuga County Community Services Board Mental Health Sub-Committee will meet to review the Local Services Plan and mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also receive reports from several behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Review of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and Contact Community Services
- Reports from Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House
- Discussion regarding meeting in person
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is considering a local law to establish a County Ethics Code and Board of Ethics. The body is also reviewing an amendment to the pre-employment drug testing policy to remove marijuana as a disqualifier for employment.
- Resolution 6-21-GO-1: Amending Policy No. 065 to remove marijuana from pre-employment drug testing
- Resolution 6-21-GO-2: Adopting a Local Law to establish the Cayuga County Ethics Code and Board of Ethics
- Discussion regarding the reopening of the County Historian’s Office to the public
- Board of Elections report on 19 independent petitions and 1,731 returned mail check cards
- IT updates on 911 phone system and jail system upgrades
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Mental Health Sub-Committee is meeting to review the Local Services Plan and establish mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also receive reports from various behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Discussion of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Review of Local Services Plan
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and Contact Community Services
- Reports from Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, PC2, and PROs/Unity House
- Discussion regarding meeting in person
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing resolutions to establish a county ethics code and renew state grants for the Board of Elections. The body is also discussing IT infrastructure upgrades and staffing for Veterans Services.
- Resolution 5-21-GO-4: Public hearing for a local law establishing the Cayuga County Ethics Code and Board of Ethics
- Resolution 5-21-GO-1: Contract extensions for Poll Worker Grants (Original grant: $45,135.00)
- Resolution 5-21-GO-2: Contract extensions for SHOEBOX Grant (Original grant: $225,410.37)
- Resolution 5-21-GO-3: Authorization to fill a part-time Veteran Services Assistant position at $17.86/hr
- Resolution 5-21-GO-5: Appointment of Lindsey Wilkinson as Interim Director of the Veterans Service Agency
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing resolutions to create an Operations Officer role and a Secretary to the Chairperson. The committee also received updates regarding voter registration, county vehicle sales, and IT infrastructure projects.
- Resolution 4-21-GO-1: Creation of an Operations Officer position with a minimum salary of $73,324
- Resolution 4-21-GO-2: Filling of a Secretary to the Chairperson position
- Board of Elections report: 598 new registrants and 1,082 transfers processed
- Vehicle sales revenue: $10,925.00 generated from 3 vehicles sold via Auctions International
- Veterans services: $4,200.00 retro payment issued to one WWII veteran
General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee
The GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee is meeting to evaluate local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts. The body will review zoning amendments and special use permits from several municipalities.
- Town of Mentz: Zoning Ordinance amendment
- Town of Ira: Adoption of updated Zoning Ordinance
- Town of Genoa: Solar Facility Siting local law
- Town of Genoa: Wind Turbine Siting local law
- Village of Fair Haven: Special Use Permits for 562, 566, and 680 Main Street
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize the County Clerk to fill one full-time and one part-time cashier position. The request follows two retirements within the Motor Vehicle Bureau.
- Resolution 3-21-GO-1: Fill one full-time Motor Vehicle Cashier position (probationary salary $41,060)
- Resolution 3-23-21 CCDMVCASHIER FT and PT rev 2 3-21-GO-1: Fill one part-time Motor Vehicle Cashier position ($21.90 per hour)
- Veterans Department update: One veteran received a $27,436.00 retro payment
- Veterans Department update: Four family members received over $2,450.00 in burial benefits
- Veterans Department update: Education benefits of $1,248.00 monthly for eligible dependents
General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee
The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to evaluate local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts. The body will review a solar facility proposal and a campground expansion.
- Town of Sterling: Special Use Permit, Site Plan, Subdivision, & Variance for a Solar Facility
- Village of Fair Haven: Special Use Permit and Site Plan for an RV/Seasonal Campground expansion
- Review of minutes from the January 21, 2020 meeting
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Mental Health Sub-Committee will meet to review the Local Services Plan and establish mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also receive reports from several behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Review of 2021 mental-health related goals
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and Contact Community Services
- Reports from Evergreen, Hillside, Liberty Resources, PC2, and PROs/Unity House
- Mental Health Task Force discussion
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing updates regarding county information technology services and upcoming network upgrades. The committee is also considering resolutions related to Cayuga Community College capital projects and the recruitment of a Chief Information Officer.
- Updated SUNY Capital Request/Plan for Cayuga Community College including $90,000 from the Foundation
- Fulton Advanced Manufacturing Institute project allocation of $610,000
- Authorization to advertise and screen candidates for the Chief Information Officer position
- Planned network infrastructure upgrades for County Office, Public Safety, and Vitale buildings
- Mental Health Building internet service and hardware improvements planned for February
General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee
The GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee is meeting to evaluate local actions for potential countywide impacts. The body will review a solar facility site plan, a subdivision, and several proposed local laws.
- Village of Union Springs: Solar Facility site plan
- Town of Sennett: Local Law to rezone to Planned Development District
- Town of Aurelius: River Road subdivision
- Village of Weedsport: Local Law regarding sidewalks
- Town of Fleming: Local Law to abolish Planning Board
Mental Health Sub-Committee
The Cayuga County Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to review the Local Services Plan and establish mental-health related goals for 2021. The body will also receive reports from various behavioral health and counseling agencies.
- Review of Mental-Health Related Goals for 2021
- Reports from Behavioral Health Unit and Cayuga Counseling Services
- Reports from Contact Community Services, Evergreen, and Hillside
- Reports from Liberty Resources, PC2, and PROs/Unity House
Government Operations Committee
The committee received operational updates from county departments, including the Board of Elections and IT. No resolutions were decided during the meeting.
- Proposed relocation of Sterling poll site from Town Hall to Fairhaven Fire Department
- Deployment of 49 new leased multifunction devices by Toshiba
- IT infrastructure upgrades for County Office, Public Safety, and Vitale buildings
- Implementation of mandatory E-Filing for Supreme Court Civil cases
- Board of Elections notification to 3,500 voters regarding party status changes