Fleming public meetings in 2021
29 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Works Committee
The committee is considering the creation of a formal Department of Parks and Trails and the appointment of a Director. The body is also reviewing maintenance contracts for the Public Safety Building and personnel fills for the Highway Department.
- Proposed Local Law to establish the Department of Parks and Trails and a Director position
- Proposed 3-year HVAC maintenance agreement with Upstate Temperature Control Inc. costing $16,760 in 2022, $17,262 in 2023, and $17,780 in 2024
- Authorization to fill a Motor Equipment Operator Medium position (control #2480) in the Highway Department
- Appointments to the Cayuga County Water & Sewer Authority for Francis Mitchell, David Schenck, and Benjamin Vitale
- Appointment of Kim Jones to the Parks Commission
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency will review reports from various county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations. The agenda includes updates from working groups focused on communication, invasive species, and nutrients/sediment.
- WQMA Priorities Working Groups Reports
- Cayuga County Department Updates
- Lake Association Reports
- Partner Organization Reports
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing construction bids for the Sterling Nature Center Capital Improvement Project and a proposal to establish the Department of Parks and Trails. Members are also discussing budget amendments for court facility improvements and maintenance contracts for the County Office Building.
- Resolution 11-21-PW-1: $66,500 for court 'Tenant Work' at the Courthouse ($53,500) and Historic Post Office ($13,000), 100% reimbursed by NY State
- Resolution 11-21-PL-2: Award of construction bids and contracts for the Sterling Nature Center Capital Improvement Project
- Resolution 11-21-PW-5: Local law to establish the Department of Parks and Trails and the position of Director of Parks and Trails
- Resolution 11-21-PW-2: 3-year chiller maintenance agreement with Daikin Applied starting at $5,878 for 2022
- Highway update: 70.45 miles paved and 70.79 miles chip sealed; East Brutus St. project bids to be advertised Nov 16
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to review reports from working groups, county departments, and lake associations. The agenda focuses on updates regarding water quality and environmental management.
- Working group reports on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from lake associations for Cayuga, Cross, Duck, Como, Owasco, and Skaneateles lakes
- Partner reports from NYSDEC Great Lakes Program and The Nature Conservancy
Public Works Committee
The committee reviewed reports on weights and measures testing, building maintenance, and park updates. Discussions included upcoming RFPs for building analysis and hazardous materials compliance, as well as highway paving and bridge delays.
- RFP issued for an architect to analyze the County Office Building
- Request for RFP regarding hazardous materials and asbestos compliance
- Replacement of exterior lighting at the PSB using a NYSERDA Grant
- East Brutus St. pavement preservation project rebidding due to high bids
- Resolution 10-21-PW-6 to appoint Kyle Laukaitis as Director of Weights and Measures
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The agency will review reports from working groups focused on communication, invasive species, and nutrients. The meeting includes updates from county departments, local municipalities, lake associations, and regional partners.
- Reports from Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment working groups
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from City of Auburn and Town of Owasco
- Reports from seven lake associations, including Cayuga, Owasco, and Skaneateles Lakes
- Partner reports from NYSDEC Great Lakes Program and The Nature Conservancy
Public Works Committee
The committee is discussing the replacement of the Hardenberg Building roof and reviewing weights and measures testing results. The body is also considering resolutions to fill a Highway Department position and increase accounts for equipment purchases.
- Proposed use of Building Repair Reserve to replace the Hardenberg Building roof
- Storm damage repairs currently totaling $130,000.00
- Equipment auction surplus of $126,285.00
- Resolution 9-21-PW-1 to fill Motor Equipment Operator Heavy position #02481
- Resolution 9-21-PW-2 to increase revenue and expense accounts for equipment
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The agency is meeting to review reports from priorities working groups, county departments, and lake associations. The session focuses on updates regarding water quality and environmental management in Cayuga County.
- Reports from Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment working groups
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from Cayuga Lake, Cross Lake/Seneca River, Duck Lake, Lake Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco Lake, and Skaneateles Lake associations
- Partner updates from NYSDEC Great Lakes Program and The Nature Conservancy
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions to increase part-time laborer pay and identify funding for electrical work at the PSB. The meeting also includes updates on county highway paving, weights and measures inspections, and park facility maintenance.
- Resolution to increase pay for four PT Laborers from $13.00/hour to $15.00/hour
- Transfer of $49,550 from Medicaid expense account to Jail Building Maintenance for PSB electrical work
- Proposed public hearing to use Building Repair Reserve funds to replace the Hardenberg Roof
- Authorization to use Reserve Account No. A-18838 for a refrigeration unit replacement
- Highway report noting 52.4 of 62.2 approved miles of paving completed
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The agency will review reports from various county departments, lake associations, and regional partners. The meeting includes updates on water quality priorities and working group reports.
- Working group reports on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment
- Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from lake associations for Cayuga, Cross, Duck, Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles lakes
- Updates from partners including NYSDEC Great Lakes Program and The Nature Conservancy
Public Works Committee
The committee is deciding on one-year cleaning contract extensions for four county buildings and funding for Emerson Park. Members also received updates on highway paving progress, weights and measures inspections, and building maintenance.
- Resolution 7-21-PW-1: One-year cleaning extension for County Office and Mental Health buildings ($131,934.24 annually)
- Resolution 7-21-PW-2: One-year cleaning extension for Hardenberg Building and Old Jail ($25,548.96 annually)
- Resolution 7-21-PW-3: Funding for postponed Independence Day Celebration at Emerson Park
- Resolution 7-21-PW-4: Authorization to replace a refrigeration unit at Emerson Park
- Highway update: 44.04 of 62.2 approved miles of paving completed to date
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency will hold a meeting to discuss watershed priorities and receive updates from county departments and lake associations. The agenda includes a presentation on Hyfi Sensors in the Owasco Lake Watershed.
- Presentation on Hyfi Sensors in the Owasco Lake Watershed
- Cayuga Lake TMDL Comment Letter Endorsement
- Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation
- Working group reports on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions for building repairs, electrical contracts, and highway equipment purchases. Members also received updates on gas pump and scale inspections, trail maintenance, and paving progress.
- Proposed $81,765 contract with Heritage Masonry Restoration Inc. for the Historic Post Office North Parapet
- Proposed contract with O’Connell Electric Co. for NYSEG service conversion at the PSB
- Authorization for the Highway department to purchase equipment
- Appointment of Don Oltz to the Parks Commission
- Report of 81 credit card readers inspected for skimming devices with no devices found
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions for building repairs and highway equipment purchases. Members received updates on gas pump and scale inspections, park maintenance, and road paving progress.
- Resolution 6-21-PW-1: Proposed $81,765 for North Parapet Masonry restoration at the Historic Post Office Building
- Resolution 6-21-PW-2: Authorization for the Highway department to purchase equipment
- Appointment of Don Oltz to the Parks Commission (term ending 12/31/23)
- Proposed extension of cleaning agreements for American Commercial Cleaning and GDI
- Report of 81 credit card readers inspected for skimming devices with no devices found
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to receive a presentation on local invasive species prevention and control programs. The body will also hear reports from various county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations.
- Presentation on Invasive species: Local Prevention and Control Programs by Michele Wunderlich
- Reports from WQMA Priorities Working Groups on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from lake associations including Cayuga, Cross, Duck, Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing department updates on weights and measures, park maintenance, and highway paving. Members are deciding on several personnel hires and the purchase of new vehicles and equipment.
- Proposed $42,000 purchase of a pickup truck with plow for Buildings and Grounds
- Low bid of $81,765 from Heritage Masonry Restoration Inc. for HPO masonry project
- Low bid of $12,600 from Bianco Plumbing and Heating for County Office Building backflow device
- Proposed alteration of Emerson Park parking fees for 2021
- Authorization for 2021 paving and chipping list #3 using additional NYS DOT funds
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency will hear a presentation from Eileen O’Connor regarding the Cayuga Lake Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL). The meeting also includes reports from agency working groups, county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations.
- Presentation by Eileen O’Connor on Cayuga Lake Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL)
- Reports from Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment working groups
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from lake associations including Cayuga, Cross, Duck, Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles
- Partner reports from Atlantic States Legal Foundation and NYSDEC Great Lakes Program
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing several personnel requests to fill vacancies in Buildings and Grounds and the Highway Department. Discussions include upcoming capital plans for county buildings, park maintenance needs, and progress on various infrastructure projects.
- Resolution to hire a part-time Building Maintenance Mechanic up to $19,211.00
- Proposal to increase Parks seasonal laborer budget from $16,250 to $31,250
- Estimated cost of $20,000 to $25,000 for a backflow device at the County Office Building
- VIP Structures low bid of $20,380 for Family Court public service window project
- VIP Structures low bid of $16,176 for Health Department Clinic updates
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency will hear a presentation by Steve Penningroth of CSI regarding stormwater nutrient data and drainage basin ratios. The meeting also includes reports from agency working groups, county departments, lake associations, and regional partners.
- Presentation on approximating loads based on stormwater nutrient data and drainage basin ratios by Steve Penningroth, CSI
- Reports from WQMA Priorities Working Groups on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
- Reports from lake associations including Cayuga, Cross, Duck, Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles
Development Corporation
The Cayuga County Development Corporation is meeting to discuss the terms and guidelines of the ED Fund. The board will review prior guidelines and the current loan portfolio to determine potential changes.
- Review of ED Fund Loan Terms & Guidelines
- Overview of loan terms from current loan portfolio
Public Works Committee
The committee is discussing a Regional Water Project Plan and deciding on several resolutions for highway paving, equipment purchases, and building maintenance. The meeting includes updates on scale testing for local supermarkets and progress on county trail and park projects.
- Proposed $8,950.52 service agreement with LINSTAR for security equipment
- VIP Structures low bids for Family Court window ($20,380) and Health Department clinic updates ($16,176)
- Resolution to approve 2021 paving and surface treatment lists
- Acceptance of grant funds for the Cato-Brutus Trail Bridge 'A' project
- Fines issued to Wegman's ($800) and TOP's ($400) for scale testing violations
Development Corporation
The Cayuga County Development Corporation is meeting to review and approve the FY20 Independent Financial Audit presented by Bonadio Group, CPAs. The board will also discuss and potentially change the terms and guidelines for the ED Fund loans.
- Approval of FY20 Independent Financial Audit by Bonadio Group, CPAs
- Review and discussion of ED Fund Loan Terms & Guidelines
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency will meet to vote on a Work Plan. The meeting includes reports from various agency, lake association, and partner organizations.
- Vote on Work Plan
- Reports on Invasive Species
- Reports on Nutrient and Sediment
- Communication and Outreach report
Development Corporation
The Cayuga County Development Corporation is meeting remotely to discuss loan financing requests. The board will review applications and underwriting recommendations for Auburn Vacuum Forming, Inc. and New Age Renewables, Inc.
- Loan financing request for Auburn Vacuum Forming, Inc.
- Loan financing request for New Age Renewables, Inc.
- Financial audit review schedule and approval to pay related invoices
Public Works Committee
The committee is considering several resolutions regarding park management, museum staffing, and highway infrastructure projects. Discussions include updates on weights and measures inspections, building maintenance requests, and upcoming trail work.
- Resolution to modify A&M Catering license for Emerson Park Pavilion rent to 10% of sales during public health restrictions
- Resolution to fill 4 Part Time Museum Aide vacancies at the Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum
- Resolution to authorize supplemental agreements with NYSDOT for road preservation on Cr 31b-East Brutus St.
- Resolution to authorize supplemental agreements for Little Salmon Creek Bridge and Yawger Creek Bridge replacements in Venice
- Resolution to fill a Senior Account Clerk position in the County Highway Department
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The agency is meeting to hear a presentation from the Community Science Institute and review working group reports. The session includes updates from county departments, lake associations, and regional partners.
- Presentation by Steve Penningroth of the Community Science Institute
- Working group reports on Invasive Species, Nutrient and Sediment, and Communication and Outreach
- Year End Report review
- Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation District
Development Corporation
The Cayuga County Development Corporation is meeting to discuss a loan financing request from Auburn Vacuum Forming, Inc. / Plastique MP. The board will also receive an update on a loan restructure offer for the Gavras Center.
- Loan financing request for Auburn Vacuum Forming, Inc. / Plastique MP
- Loan restructure offer update for Gavras Center
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing a budget modification for the Cato-Brutus Trail Bridge A project and the awarding of a contract for used guiderail. The meeting also includes departmental updates on scale testing, building maintenance, and museum improvements.
- Resolution to set Cato-Brutus Trail Bridge A project cost not to exceed $119,450
- Authorization to award used guiderail purchase to Guide Rite LLC
- Proposed $12,500 security camera installation at Ward W. O’Hara Ag Museum (funded by patrons)
- Design work for Deauville Island Destination Playground and Amphitheater
- Proposed hiring of 4 museum aids to replace departed staff at no additional budget cost
Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)
The Water Quality Management Agency will receive a presentation on the Owasco Highway Department Wetland Remediation Project. The meeting also includes reports from agency working groups, county departments, lake associations, and regional partners.
- Presentation on Owasco Highway Department Wetland Remediation Project by Walt Aikman
- Reports from WQMA Priorities Working Groups on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment