Fleming public meetings in 2023

Community Services Board

The board will review previous minutes and receive a report from the Director. The agenda includes financial updates regarding the OSF budget and reports from several subcommittees.

• OSF budget update
• Mental Health subcommittee report
• PWDD (People With Developmental Disabilities) subcommittee report
• Alcohol and Substance Use subcommittee report
• Nominating Committee follow-up

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to review five proposed local land-use actions from four towns. The committee will decide whether each action has intermunicipal concerns or is of local concern only, and may recommend approval, approval with changes, or disapproval.

• Town of Owasco – Subdivision & PDD – Art Center
• Town of Owasco – Subdivision – Twin Hills
• Town of Victory – SUP – Nursery
• Town of Aurelius – Site Plan – RNG
• Town of Owasco – SUP – Coffee Shop

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports, and receive updates on current projects including the Long Point Pumping Station, Cayuga Lake Protection Plan, Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, North Street Connection, and Milk Plant. The meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2023, at 1:00pm at 7413 County House Road, Auburn, NY.

• Approval of minutes from November 15 and December 6, 2023
• Accounts Payable Reports for December 20, 2023
• Reconciliation report for November 1-30, 2023
• Updates on Long Point Pumping Station and Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Updates on Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project-Phase One, North Street Connection, and Milk Plant

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to approve claims, receive updates on communicable disease and immunization statistics, discuss vacancies, and hear reports from department directors. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of claims by Director of Administrative Services
• Communicable disease and immunization statistical reports
• Vacancy update for public health positions
• Hearing and consent orders from Environmental Health
• Lead NOFA grant update

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding its regular business meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving minutes, adopting or amending civil service rules, certifying eligible lists, and establishing new eligible lists for positions like Account Clerk Typist and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. The commission will also consider adopting and amending class specifications for various county roles, including several Sheriff's Department positions, and will discuss abolishing a Mental Health Professional position. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Establish eligible lists for Account Clerk Typist (OC#202310) and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (OC#202311), each for 1 year
• Adopt class specifications for Deputy Elections Commissioner and Senior GIS Analyst
• Amend class specifications for multiple Sheriff's Department positions (e.g., Deputy Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff Captain, Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant) and others
• Abolish Community Mental Health Professional position #7704 in Mental Health
• Receive Policy Advisory Report PAR-14-23 on Police Transfers from NYS Civil Service

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee will meet to review and approve October meeting minutes, hear a Director's Report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Agency reports will be given by the Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, and other local providers.

• Review and approval of October meeting minutes
• Director's Report on mental health services
• Discussion of the Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee will consider resolutions to levy taxes for towns and fire districts, authorize hiring, and approve contracts. The agenda includes routine financial updates from the Treasurer, Finance, Real Property, HR, and Purchasing departments.

• Resolution 12-23-WM-2 to levy $6,943,390 in town taxes and additional fire/special district taxes for 2024
• Resolution 12-23-WM-1 authorizing the HR Administrator to fill a Human Resources Associate position (grade 14, CSEA)
• Resolution 12-23-JP-10 authorizing application for a Municipal Certificate of Need to provide ambulance services in Cayuga County
• Resolution 12-23-PW-5 authorizing contract award for replacement of the main sidewalk at Emerson Park
• Resolution 12-23-JP-8 authorizing contract with East Medical Services for electronic medical records system at the County Jail

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The subcommittee will meet to review agency reports and conduct general business. The agenda includes reports from several service providers and a director's report.

• Review and approval of November 2023 minutes
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, and Unity House

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing videoconferencing for public meetings. The agenda also includes routine updates from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations, with no other major decisions listed.

• Resolution to Authorize Videoconferencing for Public Meetings
• Reports from county departments including Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation
• Lake association reports for Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, and other local lakes
• Partner reports from NYSDEC, The Nature Conservancy, and Finger Lakes PRISM

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a routine meeting. The agenda includes public comment, review of minutes, agency and director reports, and old/new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public to be Heard
• Review Minutes
• Agency Report Q&A
• Director's Report

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will consider a local law from the Village of Aurora regarding short-term rentals. The committee will decide whether the action has intermunicipal concerns, recommend approval with or without changes, recommend disapproval, or request additional material.

• Village of Aurora – Local Law – Short Term Rentals

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including approving the consent agenda (minutes and financials), finalizing renewal signatures with USI, and discussing an amendment to the municipal agreement with the City of Oneonta. No major new policy decisions are listed.

• Approval of consent agenda (previous minutes and financials)
• USI finalize renewal signatures
• City of Oneonta – amending municipal agreement with signatures

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding water and sewer rates. The agenda also includes discussions on Genesee Street-Phase One, Cayuga Milk Ingredients, the Long Point Pumping Station, and the Master Plan.

• Public hearing for water and sewer rates
• Genesee Street-Phase One
• Cayuga Milk Ingredients
• Long Point Pumping Station
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will hear department updates and vote on resolutions including purchasing a microfilm reader, filling positions, and policy amendments. Two added resolutions request a state audit of the 2022 election and create a 'Responsible Gun Owners for Cayuga County' special committee.

• Resolution 12-23-GO-1: Authorize $2,500 purchase of microfilm digital reader for County Historian's Office
• Resolution 12-23-GO-2: Authorize filling Deputy Clerk I position
• Resolution 12-23-LEG-1: Request state audit of 2022 General Election
• Resolution 12-23-LEG-2: Create 'Responsible Gun Owners for Cayuga County' special committee
• Resolution 12-23-GO-4: Designate newspapers for 2024 publications

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee is reviewing several resolutions to upgrade emergency response equipment and staffing. This includes requests to use ARPA funds for new vehicles and an application to provide 'safety net' ambulance services in the county.

• Use of ARPA funds for a Fire Investigation Vehicle ($75,000), Rescue Vehicle ($125,000), and two replacement SUVs ($140,000)
• Application for a Municipal Certificate of Need (CON) to provide ambulance services within Cayuga County
• Acceptance of a $213,957 Public Safety Answering Point Grant for 911 personnel and training
• Three-year contract with Eaton Corporation for 911 Center UPS maintenance at $4,712.40 per year
• Authorization to fill one vacant Special Patrol Officer position in the Union Springs Central School District

Public Works Committee

The committee is deciding on several service contracts for county buildings and authorizations to fill vacant maintenance and highway positions. Members are also discussing intermunicipal agreements for code enforcement and updates on park infrastructure projects.

• Three-year elevator maintenance agreement with TK Elevator ($24,720/year for Gold Service)
• Two-year trash and recycling agreement with Superior Waste Removal, Inc.
• Intermunicipal Agreement with the City of Auburn for Code Enforcement Services
• 2023-2028 Snow Removal Agreement with NYS DOT
• Authorization to fill Motor Equipment Operator Medium and Building Maintenance Mechanic positions

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission is approving resolutions for a three-year concert series agreement, a parking fee policy for contracted events at Emerson Park, and the purchase of a pickup truck with plow. The commission also discussed park projects, including a new shelter, sewer upgrades, and a moratorium on private events at the Sterling Nature Center.

• Authorizing 3-year agreement with Friends of Emerson Park for 2024-2026 EPIC concert series
• Implementing parking fee policy for contracted public events at Emerson Park
• Authorizing purchase of pickup truck with plow for Parks & Trails Department
• Motion to create 12-month moratorium on private event rentals at new Sterling Nature Center building
• Merry-Go-Round Theater roof repair estimated at $30,000-$50,000

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health will meet to approve claims, receive updates on communicable disease and immunization statistics, and discuss revised Board of Health orders, hearing and consent orders, and the 2023 harmful algal bloom (HAB) season. The meeting also includes a vacancy update and a report from the Medical Director.

• Approval of Claims
• Revised BoH Orders
• Hearing and Consent Orders
• Update on 2023 HAB Season
• Residential Lead Program Update

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission will hold a regular business meeting to approve minutes, certify eligible lists for positions like Senior Typist and Deputy Sheriff, and adopt or amend class specifications. The agenda includes routine administrative items such as establishing eligible lists, extending or expiring lists, and abolishing several positions, mostly in the District Attorney's office. No public hearings or major policy decisions are scheduled.

• Certify eligible lists for Senior Typist, Deputy Sheriff, Probation Officer I, and Technology Coordinator positions
• Adopt class specification for Assistant District Attorney II
• Amend class specifications for Cataloging Assistant, Rabies Coordinator, Superintendent of Public Works (Village of Fair Haven), and Veterans Services positions
• Abolish 8 positions including Chief Assistant District Attorney and multiple Assistant District Attorney roles
• Receive communications on BOCES collaboration, probation waiver request, and NYS Civil Service policy report

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to review six local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts. Items include a subdivision, zoning amendments, a site plan for Dollar General, and moratorium extensions. The committee can approve, disapprove, or request more information on each item.

• Town of Sennett – Subdivision – Long Lake
• Town of Scipio – Local Law – Zoning Ord Amendment
• Village of Weedsport – Site Plan – Dollar General
• Town of Sennett – Local Law – Solar Moratorium Extension
• Town of Sennett – Local Law – Subdivision Moratorium

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board will consider approving the consent agenda, including previous minutes and financials. They will receive a medical and dental update from USI and discuss the 2024 budget. Old business includes amending the municipal agreement with the City of Oneonta.

• Approval of consent agenda (previous minutes and financials)
• USI medical and dental update
• 2024 budget discussion
• City of Oneonta – amending municipal agreement with signatures

Community Services Board

The board will meet to review minutes, receive a director's report, and hear updates from various subcommittees. The agenda consists primarily of procedural reports and standing business.

• Review of October 26th, 2023 minutes
• Communications regarding CHAD - OSF
• Mental Health subcommittee report
• People With Developmental Disabilities (PWDD) subcommittee report
• Alcohol and Substance Use subcommittee report

Ways & Means Committee

The Cayuga County Ways & Means Committee is holding a special budget workshop to review the 2024 County Tentative Budget. The committee will consider a draft resolution (11-23-WM-1) that proposes specific changes to the budget, which will then be submitted to the full County Legislature. The meeting covers the Government Operations, Public Works, and Ways & Means committees.

• Draft resolution 11-23-WM-1: Ways and Means recommendations on 2024 Budget Officer's Tentative Budget
• Review of Government Operations, Public Works, and Ways & Means committee budgets
• Proposed changes to specific account lines in the tentative budget

Ways & Means Committee

The Cayuga County Ways & Means Committee will review the 2024 tentative budget and consider 15 resolutions, including contracts for retirement liability analysis and drug subsidy claims review. Department heads will provide updates on tax collection, finance, real property, HR, and purchasing.

• Ways & Means recommendations on 2024 Budget Officer’s Tentative Budget (11-23-WM-1)
• Authorize contract with Armory Associates, LLC for retiree benefit liability analysis ($1,500-$8,600/year)
• Authorize contract with RDS Services, LLC to review drug subsidy claims
• Purchasing report: workers comp savings of $119,050 over 2 years; voting machine disposal savings of $78,700
• Authorize use of ARPA funds for County Office Building elevator modernization and Long Hill Road reconstruction

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee will meet to review and approve October meeting minutes, receive a Director's Report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Agency reports will be presented from the Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House. The meeting is procedural with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of October meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Mental Health Task Force update
• Agency reports from six local behavioral health providers

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports, and hold a public hearing on proposed FY24 water and sewer rates. The board will also receive updates on current projects, including the Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, and Cayuga Lake Protection Plan, along with committee and legal reports.

• Public hearing for FY24 Water and Sewer Rates
• Approval of Accounts Payable Reports for November 15, 2023
• Reconciliation reports for October 1-31, 2023
• Project updates: Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, North Street Connection, Milk Plant
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is holding a budget workshop to review the budgets for the Planning, Health & Human Services, and Judicial & Public Safety committees. No decisions are being made; this is a discussion session.

• Budget review for Planning committee
• Budget review for Health & Human Services committee
• Budget review for Judicial & Public Safety committee

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee is reviewing several resolutions to fill vacancies in the District Attorney and Probation offices. The body is also considering contracts for medical call triage and digital evidence storage, alongside the acceptance of two 911 communication grants.

• Proposed contract with Global Medical Response for nurse navigator services not to exceed $186,000
• Acceptance of Public Safety Answering Point Grant for $213,957 and SICG Award for $705,292
• Proposed five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body worn camera storage totaling $18,000
• Authorization to fill two Assistant District Attorney vacancies and one Probation Officer position
• Proposed contract with Westwood Pharmacy for pharmaceutical services at the Cayuga County Jail

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing infrastructure projects, personnel changes in Buildings and Grounds, and park management. Key discussions include the use of ARPA funds for road and building repairs and the approval of a multi-year concert promoter agreement.

• Resolution to use $750,000 in ARPA funds for County Office Building elevator modernization
• Resolution to use ARPA funds for Long Hill Road Reconstruction
• Funding for Jericho Road Bridge transportation project
• 3-year agreement with Friends of Emerson Park for the 2024-2026 epic concert series
• Proposed $30,000-$50,000 for Merry Go Round Theater roof repairs

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will hold a public hearing on the Shared Services Plan 2023 and consider six resolutions, including contracts for DMV virtual queuing software, extending an auction services contract, renewing workers' compensation coverage, a 60-month VOIP phone service agreement, applying for a .gov domain, and amending a capital project for Cayuga Community College. Department updates cover early voting numbers, IT projects, and veterans' services.

• Resolution 11-23-GO-1: Authorize agreement with Qtrac for DMV virtual queuing, $4,926.12/year plus $527.67 setup
• Resolution 11-23-GO-2: Extend Auctions International contract to Dec 31, 2024 for surplus asset auctions
• Resolution 11-23-GO-3: Renew workers' comp with NYS Municipal Workers' Compensation Alliance, $534,672/year for two years
• Resolution 11-23-GO-4: Enter 60-month Ring Central VOIP contract, $83,964/year, with $40,000 vendor credit
• Resolution 11-23-GO-6: Amend Resolution 445-22 to add $215,420 for Fulton Campus police academy renovation

Planning Board

The Cayuga County Planning Board is meeting to handle internal business, including approving minutes from its August 16, 2023 meeting and nominating officers for 2024. The board will also discuss issues of countywide importance, review minutes from a GML 239-l, m & n committee, and hear local status reports from members.

• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2023 meeting
• Nomination of officers for 2024 (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary)
• Review of minutes of the GML 239-l, m & n Committee
• Discussion of county planning updates and issues of countywide importance
• Local status reports from board members

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The subcommittee will meet to review the October 2023 minutes and discuss the Local Services Plan. The agenda includes reports from several agencies and a report from the Director.

• Review and approval of October 2023 Minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, and Unity House

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to hear a USGS presentation on the hydrogeology of the Owasco Inlet Valley, and to receive updates from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations. The agenda is largely informational, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• USGS presentation on hydrogeology of Owasco Inlet Valley
• Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, Solid Waste, and Cornell Cooperative Extension
• Updates from lake associations: Cayuga, Cross Lake/Seneca River, Duck Lake, Lake Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, Skaneateles
• Partner reports: CNYRPDB, NYSDEC Great Lakes Program, FLI/FL-PRISM, Finger Lakes Water Hub, OLWMC, Partners for Healthy Watersheds, The Nature Conservancy

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including call to order, public comment, minutes review, agency and director reports, and old/new business. No specific decisions, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Public to be heard period
• Review of prior meeting minutes
• Agency report question and answer session
• Director's report

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially approve the consent agenda, including previous minutes and financials. Key items include a medical and dental update from USI, presentation of 2024 rates and budget, and old business regarding an amended municipal agreement with the City of Oneonta.

• Approval of consent agenda (previous minutes and financials)
• USI medical and dental update
• 2024 rates and budget presentation
• Amending municipal agreement with City of Oneonta

Community Services Board

The board will conduct a regular meeting including a director's report and financial reports. The agenda includes subcommittee reports regarding mental health, developmental disabilities, and alcohol and substance use.

• Director’s Report
• Financial Reports
• Mental Health subcommittee report
• People With Developmental Disabilities (PWDD) subcommittee report
• Alcohol and Substance Use subcommittee report

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission is meeting to review resolutions, including an amendment to a shelter replacement contractor, and to discuss the 2024 budget, which is awaiting draft release. The agenda covers numerous park projects, including the Deauville Island shelter replacement, sewer station rebuild, and various infrastructure improvements. Updates from the Ag Museum and Sterling Nature Center are also included.

• Amending the 224-23 Shelter Replacement Contractor
• Deauville Island Shelter replacement: site work started, flatwork by Dec 15, assembly spring 2024
• Deauville Island sewer station rebuild estimated completion Nov 10
• Merry Go Round Theater roof repair estimated $30-$50k
• Pavilion HVAC control system RFP with Bergman and Associates

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will review two proposed actions from the Town of Aurelius: a subdivision at Fingerlakes Mall and a site plan for a truck depot. The committee will decide whether these actions have intermunicipal or countywide impacts and may recommend approval, disapproval, or request more information. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Town of Aurelius – Subdivision – Fingerlakes Mall
• Town of Aurelius – Site Plan – Truck Depot
• Review of minutes from September 21, 2023 meeting

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Community Services Board's Mental Health Sub-Committee is meeting to review and approve the June meeting minutes, hear public comments, receive the Director's Report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Agency reports will be given by several local behavioral health organizations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of June meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Mental Health Task Force update
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee will consider 10 resolutions, including stipends for county attorneys covering vacant DSS legal positions, health worker bonuses, and a local law for salary increases. Department updates cover tax collection, audits, and purchasing. The meeting is a regular committee session with no public hearings scheduled.

• Resolution 10-23-WM-1: $19,500 stipend for three assistant county attorneys for extra DSS work (May-Sept 2023)
• Resolution 10-23-WM-2: Authorizing health care worker bonuses under state HWB program
• Resolution 10-23-WM-6: Sale of county property at Old State Rd to Kelley Living Trust
• Resolution 10-23-HH-12: Appropriating $1 million in ARPA funds for new emergency shelter
• Resolution 10-23-PW-5: Public hearing on local law allowing 12-13 year olds to hunt deer with firearm

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board will meet to approve the agenda and September minutes, review financial reports and the FY24 budget, and receive updates on current projects including the Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan. Committee reports on finance, legal, and personnel matters are also on the agenda.

• Approval of September 20, 2023 minutes
• October 18, 2023 Accounts Payable Reports and September reconciliation
• FY24 Budget review
• Project updates: Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, North Street Connection, Milk Plant
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hear updates on communicable disease and immunization statistics, maternal and child health programs, and the WIC program. Environmental health updates include hearing and consent orders, a conference report, and an Owasco Lake harmful algal blooms update. The meeting also covers approval of claims and the medical director's report.

• Approval of claims for administrative services
• Communicable disease and immunization statistical reports
• Maternal and child health program updates
• Hearing and consent orders in environmental health
• Owasco Lake harmful algal blooms update

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission will meet to establish eight new eligible lists for various county roles. The Commission will also review class specifications, amend existing specifications for Veterans Services, and review new position duties statements.

• Establishment of 8 new eligible lists including Case Supervisor and Public Health Engineer
• Review of 17 eligible lists to extend or expire
• Adoption of class specifications for Library Director III and Senior Office Manager
• Amendment of Veterans Services Assistant and Officer specifications
• Review of new position duties for Assistant District Attorney II and Staff Social Worker

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting to review and approve minutes, discuss the Local Services Plan, and receive reports from agencies including ARISE, Cayuga Centers, and others. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of October 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, and Unity House

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will consider five resolutions, including amending the county conduct-on-property policy, adopting a revised countywide emergency plan, creating a part-time cataloging assistant position, amending a capital project to use ARPA funds, and authorizing a network infrastructure contract with ComSource. Department updates cover election preparations, IT projects, and veterans services.

• Resolution 10-23-GO-1: Amends Cayuga County Conduct on County Property Policy
• Resolution 10-23-GO-2: Adopts revised Cayuga County Building Occupant Emergency Plan
• Resolution 10-23-GO-3: Abolishes Part Time Typist I, creates Part Time Cataloging Assistant in County Historian's Office
• Resolution 10-23-GO-4: Amends DREAMS Capital Project 22-01 to replace National Grant with ARPA funding
• Resolution 10-23-GO-5: Authorizes agreement with ComSource for network and cabling infrastructure

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will consider resolutions to accept a $1 million federal grant for first responder communications equipment, transfer $300,000 to cover increased assigned counsel rates, and fill two Senior Assistant District Attorney positions. Department updates cover 911 staffing, a radio replacement project, probation extradition costs, and jail staffing shortages.

• Resolution 10-23-JP-1: Accept $1 million DOJ COPS grant for mobile and portable communications equipment for first responders
• Resolution 10-23-JP-2: Transfer $300,000 from fund balance to Assigned Counsel Program due to new $158/hour state rate
• Resolutions 10-23-JP-3 and 10-23-JP-4: Authorize filling two Senior Assistant District Attorney positions
• Probation reports $4,700 cost for extradition from Georgia and recommends $12,000-$15,000 annual budget for future extraditions
• Sheriff reports 167 inmates in jail, 8 vacant custody officer positions, and new metal detector/bag scanner operational at County Office Building

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider five resolutions, including authorizing a $12,447 contract to remove a pergola and pavilions from the Mental Health Building and supporting design changes for the City Court expansion in the Historic Post Office. The committee will also hear updates on weights and measures inspections, building maintenance, parks projects, and highway operations.

• Resolution 10-23-PW-1: Authorize $12,447.48 contract with RYCOE Enterprises to remove pergola and two pavilions from Mental Health Building
• Resolution 10-23-PW-2: Support infilling freight elevator as part of City Court expansion design in Historic Post Office
• Resolution 10-23-PW-3: Support infilling staircase as part of WIC Space improvements in Historic Post Office
• Resolution 10-23-PW-4: Authorize purchase of highway equipment
• Resolution 10-23-PW-5: Set public hearing on local law allowing 12-13 year olds to hunt deer with firearm/crossbow under adult supervision

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is holding its regular meeting to discuss water quality issues. The agenda consists of routine items such as announcements, old business, and new business, along with reports from various county agencies, lake associations, and partner organizations. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily for information sharing and updates.

• Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation District, and Solid Waste Management
• Updates from lake associations including Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, Cross Lake/Seneca River, Duck Lake, Lake Como, and Little Sodus Bay
• Partner reports from CNYRPDB, NYSDEC Great Lakes Program, FLI/FL-PRISM, Finger Lakes Water Hub, OLWMC, Partners for Healthy Watersheds, and The Nature Conservancy
• Working group reports on Communication and Outreach, Invasive Species, and Nutrient and Sediment

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes public comment, review of minutes, agency and director reports, and old/new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public to be Heard
• Review Minutes
• Agency Report Q&A
• Director's Report
• Old Business and New Business

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding a special business meeting to review and likely approve new position duty statements for two county roles: a Grant Program Coordinator in the District Attorney's office and a Junior Accountant in the Office for the Aging. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of roll call, the two job reviews, and adjournment.

• Review of Grant Program Coordinator position duties – District Attorney
• Review of Junior Accountant position duties – Office for the Aging

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board will vote on the final medical and dental premium increase for 2024 and on adding the City of Oneonta to the consortium effective January 1, 2024. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and financials.

• Vote on final medical and dental premium increase for 2024
• Vote on inclusion of City of Oneonta into consortium effective January 1, 2024

Community Services Board

The Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, approval of June minutes, public comment, director and financial reports, and subcommittee updates. The only substantive new business is the appointment of Timothy Donovan and Jonathan Lane to the Mental Health Subcommittee.

• Appointments to Mental Health Subcommittee: Timothy Donovan & Jonathan Lane
• Public to be heard (3 min limit per speaker)
• Review of June 29 meeting minutes
• Director's report and financial reports

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission will consider amending the contract for the Deauville Island Shelter replacement and discuss the 2024 budget. Updates will be given on various park projects, including the Merry-Go-Round theater roof repair and the Sterling Nature Center construction.

• Amending the 224-23 Shelter Replacement Contractor
• 2024 Budget meeting scheduled for 10/4
• Merry-Go-Round Theater roof repair estimated at $30-$50k
• RFP planned for Pavilion HVAC control system replacement
• Blueway Trail markers received, locations being set with City of Auburn

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health will meet to approve claims and minutes, and receive updates from department directors. Reports include communicable disease and immunization statistics, a rental registry update, COVID-19 hospitalizations and vaccinations, and the potential federal budget impact on WIC. The board will also hear on environmental health matters such as consent orders and a 'Do Not Drink' drill walk-through.

• Approval of claims
• Communicable Disease Report
• COVID-19 hospitalizations and vaccinations update
• Federal budget potential impact to WIC
• Hearing and Consent Orders

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will review three local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts: a Village of Fair Haven local law on trash collection, a Town of Springport site plan/subdivision for Spring Street Solar, and a Town of Sterling site plan for an accessory storage structure. The committee will also approve minutes from two prior meetings.

• Village of Fair Haven – Local Law – Trash Collection & Good Order
• Town of Springport – Site Plan/Subdivision – Spring Street Solar
• Town of Sterling – Site Plan/SUP – Accessory Storage Structure
• Review Minutes from August 17 and August 24, 2023

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee will meet to approve June meeting minutes, hear public comment, and receive the Director's Report. Key agenda items include discussion of the Local Services Plan and updates from the Mental Health Task Force and multiple agency partners.

• Review and approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Director's Report on mental health services
• Discussion of the Local Services Plan
• Mental Health Task Force update
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing resolutions including a public hearing for selling county land on Old State Rd to the Kelley Living Trust for $4,000, and a local law to increase salaries for certain appointed officials. They will also hear department updates on tax collection, finance, and hiring.

• Public hearing set for Oct 24 on selling Old State Rd parcels (Tax Map 4.00-1-1.5 and 4.00-1-40) to Kelley Living Trust for $4,000
• Local law to provide salary increases for fixed-term appointed county officials
• Budget transfer of $200,000 to Casualty & Liability due to accounting change
• Contract with Clear Ballot Group for voting systems (9-23-GO-8)
• Lease agreement with T-Mobile for radio tower co-location in Town of Ira (9-23-JP-1)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board will meet to approve the agenda and prior minutes, review financial reports including accounts payable and reconciliation, and consider a FY23-25 audit proposal and preliminary budget. They will also receive updates on current projects and activities, including the 2-4 Commerce Way bids, County Infrastructure Report/Master Plan, Cayuga Lake Protection Plan, Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, North Street Connection, and Milk Plant. Committee reports from Finance/Project Management, Legal, and Personnel will be presented, along with new and old business updates.

• FY23-25 audit proposal
• Preliminary budget review
• Bids for contract work at 2-4 Commerce Way
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Cato Water Project, Genesee Street Project, North Street Connection, Milk Plant updates

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding its regular business meeting. The agenda includes certifying 14 eligible lists for various positions, adopting or amending class specifications, reviewing new position duty statements, and considering reinstatement requests. The meeting is largely administrative, with no public hearings or major policy decisions.

• Certification of eligible lists for Administrative Assistant, Library Associate, Probation Officer II, and other positions
• Adoption of class specifications for Senior Court Reporter and Fiscal Supervisor
• Amendments to class specifications for Cataloging Assistant, Deputy County Treasurer, and others
• Reinstatement requests from E911 and Cayuga Community College
• Requests to end or waive probationary periods from HR and Sheriff's Department

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee. The agenda includes review of July 2023 minutes, discussion of the Local Services Plan, and agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, and others. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Review and approval of July 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, Unity House
• Director's report

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to discuss department updates and vote on several resolutions, including a major purchase of new voting systems for the 2024 elections. The agenda includes updates from the Board of Elections, IT, and other departments, as well as resolutions on contracts, budgets, and policies.

• Resolution 9-23-GO-8: Authorizes contract with Clear Ballot Group, Inc. for voting systems up to $489,400, funded by state grants and ARPA.
• Resolution 9-23-GO-1: Budgets $12,631 in HAVA grant funds for poll worker expenses.
• Resolution 9-23-GO-2: Approves three-year records management agreement with Info Quick Solutions, Inc. at $68,880 for the first year.
• Resolution 9-23-GO-3: Increases hourly wage for part-time Research Aide in County Historian's Office from $16.04 to $22.00, effective Jan 1, 2024.
• Resolution 9-23-GO-5: Approves collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 932-C for Cayuga Community College, Sept 1, 2023 – Aug 31, 2026.

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee is deciding on several personnel and contract items. They will vote on a five-year lease with T-Mobile for equipment on a county radio tower at 2189 Mott Rd, Ira, at $27,600/year with 3% annual escalator. They will also consider creating and filling a full-time Grant Program Coordinator in the District Attorney's Office, filling a vacant Probation Officer position, creating a new Probation Officer I funded by a $102,000 GIVE grant, and transferring $285,000 from the General Fund to cover jail medication and food cost overruns.

• Five-year lease with T-Mobile for tower space at 2189 Mott Rd, Ira, at $27,600/year with 3% annual escalator
• Create and fill full-time Grant Program Coordinator in DA's Office, funded partly by GIVE grant
• Fill vacant Probation Officer position due to resignation
• Create and fill Probation Officer I position funded by $102,000 GIVE grant
• Transfer $185,000 for jail prescriptions and $100,000 for jail food from General Fund

The committee approved a five-year telecommunications lease for a radio tower in the Town of Ira. It also authorized the creation of new positions for the District Attorney and Probation departments and approved budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved five-year lease with T-Mobile Northeast, LLC for equipment on Ira radio tower (all in favor)
• Approved creation and filling of full-time Grant Program Coordinator in District Attorney’s Office (all in favor)
• Approved creation and filling of one Probation Officer I position (all in favor)
• Pulled resolution to fill one Probation Officer title
• Approved budget transfers for the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office (all in favor)
• Approved August 8, 2023 minutes (all in favor)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will vote on resolutions to amend a county office building feasibility study contract by $30,000 using ARPA funds, authorize $180,400 in state-reimbursed court tenant improvements, and approve a $5,900/year HVAC maintenance agreement. The committee also receives updates on parks, highway, and building projects.

• Resolution 9-23-PW-1: Additional $30,000 from ARPA for Bergmann feasibility study on County Office Building
• Resolution 9-23-PW-2: $180,400 in state-reimbursed court tenant work at Courthouse and Historic Post Office
• Resolution 9-23-PW-3: 2-year $5,900/year HVAC maintenance agreement with PASCO Building Automation Systems
• Resolution 9-23-PW-9: Authorizing ARPA funds for Motor Pool relocation to York St.
• Park updates: Emerson Park stone roadways to be oil-and-stone treated in September; Deauville Island shelter contract being finalized

The Public Works Committee approved the August 8, 2023 minutes. It adopted six resolutions authorizing additional funds for a building agreement, a budget amendment for court tenant work, a service contract with PASCO Building Automation, a highway equipment surplus declaration, and two staffing positions in the Highway Department. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 8, 2023 minutes (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 9-23-PW-1 to amend Resolution 128-23 for additional funds for Bergmann (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 9-23-PW-2 to amend the 2023 county budget for court tenant work, reimbursed by the State (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 9-23-PW-3 to enter agreement with PASCO Building Automation for HVAC service (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 9-23-PW-4 to declare Highway Equipment surplus (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 9-23-PW-5 to fill Motor Equipment Operator Medium position (2383) in Highway Department (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 9-23-PW-6 to fill another Motor Equipment Operator Medium position in Highway Department (all in favor)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Civil Service Commission approved a class specification and position duties statement for the Deputy Director of Finance. The commission also approved a new position duties statement for a Staff Social Worker (CMH) in Mental Health.

• Adopted Class Specification for Deputy Director of Finance (All in favor)
• Approved New Position Duties Statement for Deputy Director of Finance (All in favor)
• Approved New Position Duties Statement for Staff Social Worker (CMH) – Mental Health (All in favor)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is holding its regular meeting, featuring updates from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations. The agenda includes reports on environmental health, parks, planning, soil and water conservation, and various lake and watershed groups. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for information sharing and discussion.

• Meeting held at Colloca Estate Winery, 14678 W Bay Rd, Sterling, NY
• Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, and Solid Waste
• Lake association reports for Cayuga, Cross Lake/Seneca River, Duck Lake, Lake Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles
• Partner reports from CNYRPDB, NYSDEC Great Lakes Program, FLI/FL-PRISM, and The Nature Conservancy
• Post-meeting tours of West Barrier Bar County Park and Sterling Nature Center

The Agency unanimously approved the minutes from the July 6, 2023 meeting. Members received reports on harmful algal blooms in Cayuga and Owasco Lakes, invasive species monitoring, and various county infrastructure projects. No other substantive legislative actions were taken.

• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes public comment, review of minutes, agency reports, and director's report. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public to be Heard
• Review Minutes
• Agency Report Q&A
• Director's Report

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the May 2023 meeting. Members received agency reports regarding facility operations, service numbers, and new partnerships. No other substantive legislative actions were taken.

• Approved May 2023 minutes

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will review a site plan for a library expansion in the Town of Scipio. The committee will decide whether the action has intermunicipal concerns and may approve, disapprove, or request more information.

• Town of Scipio – Site Plan – Library Expansion

The GML 239-l, m, & n Review Committee reviewed two municipal site plans. Both proposals were found to have no intermunicipal issues and were recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval without change for Town of Scipio Library Expansion site plan (All AYE)
• Recommended approval for Town of Ira Warehouse Extension site plan (All AYE)

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors is meeting to approve the consent agenda (minutes and financials) and receive updates from USI on medical and dental plans, wellness plan discussions, cash cap balance, and the UHC/St. Joseph's Hospital contract term. Old business includes a stop loss credit update. The meeting is hybrid, held at Soil & Water with remote options.

• Approval of consent agenda (previous minutes and financials)
• USI medical and dental update
• Wellness plan discussion
• Cash cap balance update
• Update on UHC/St. Joseph's Hospital contract term

The Board approved the consent agenda, previous minutes, and financial reports. Members discussed a wellness plan strategy and received updates on medical, dental, and hospital contract statuses.

• Approved consent agenda, previous minutes and financials

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission reviewed and approved July resolutions, including contracts with Civic Rec and Fisher Associates, acceptance of the Emerson Foundation grant, and emergency repairs to sewer pits. They also discussed the 2024 budget, ongoing Emerson Park projects, and updates on the Sterling Nature Center and Owasco Flats. The meeting lacked a quorum, so minutes were not approved.

• Approved contract with Civic Rec
• Accepted Emerson Foundation programming grant
• Approved contract with Fisher Associates for DOT schematic design
• Emergency resolutions to repair MGR and Deauville Island sewer pits
• Deauville Island Shelter replacement project ID issued by DASNY

The Commission approved six resolutions from July covering contracts, grants, and emergency sewer repairs. Members discussed the 2024 budget process and potential permanent locations for the Big 6 Picnic.

• Approved contract with Civic Rec
• Approved Emerson Foundation programming grant
• Approved contract with Fisher Associates for DOT schematic design
• Approved amendment to Foes agreement for sponsorship development
• Approved emergency resolution to repair MGR sewer pit
• Approved emergency resolution to repair Deauville Island sewer pit

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health is meeting to approve claims, hear departmental updates, and discuss environmental health matters, including hearing and consent orders and a HAB do-not-drink order emergency preparation. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports from various health department directors.

• Approval of claims
• Communicable Disease & Immunization Report
• Hearing and Consent Orders
• HAB Do Not Drink Order Emergency Preparations
• Residential Lead Program Updates

The Board approved the July 25 meeting minutes and processed administrative claims. Members voted to draft a letter to state agencies expressing dissatisfaction with edits to the Owasco Lake Watershed Rules and Regulations. The Board also accepted hearing and consent orders for two properties.

• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved administrative claims for warrant dates 07/13/2023 and 07/27/2023
• Approved motion to draft letter to state agencies regarding Owasco Lake Watershed Rules and Regulations
• Accepted hearing and consent orders for Leisure Acres Mobile Home Park- Cato (T) and Baldwin Property- Scipio (T)

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to review several local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts, including zoning code updates in Weedsport and Aurelius, a comprehensive plan update in Aurelius, site plans for a seawall in Aurora, Project Falcon in Aurelius, a solar farm in Scipio, and an event tent in Cato. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting and may decide on each item using options ranging from no intermunicipal concern to recommending disapproval.

• Village of Weedsport – Local Law – Zoning Code update
• Village of Aurora – Site Plan – Sea Wall
• Town of Aurelius – Comprehensive Plan update and Local Law – Zoning Code update
• Town of Scipio – Site Plan – Suneast Solar Farm
• Town of Cato – Site Plan – Event Tent

The GML 239-l, m, & n Review Committee reviewed and recommended approval for several local laws, site plans, and a comprehensive plan. Most items were approved without change, while the Suneast Solar Farm approval included specific requirements for documentation updates and decommissioning guidelines.

• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Village of Weedsport Zoning Code update (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Village of Aurora Sea Wall site plan (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Aurelius Comprehensive Plan update (All AYE)
• Determined Town of Aurelius Zoning Code update has no intermunicipal concern (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Aurelius Project Falcon site plan (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Scipio Suneast Solar Farm site plan with required SWPPP updates and decommissioning recommendations (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Cato Event Tent site plan (All AYE)

Planning Board

The Cayuga County Planning Board is meeting to handle routine internal business, including approving minutes from March 2023 and receiving updates on countywide planning issues. The agenda includes a review of the GML 239-l, m & n Committee minutes and an update on the County Solid Waste Management Plan. Local status reports will also be given. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2023 meeting
• Review of GML 239-l, m & n Committee minutes
• County Solid Waste Management Plan update
• Local status reports from member municipalities

The board approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on countywide zoning, grant-funded projects, and local status reports from various municipalities regarding solar, wind, and housing developments.

• Approved minutes from March 22, 2023 meeting (All AYE)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee will discuss renewing the county's 4% sales tax rate through November 2025, which otherwise would drop to 3% in December 2023. The committee also will vote on filling multiple vacant positions across departments, contracting for jail medical and medication-assisted treatment services, and purchasing seven new patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Department.

• Resolution 8-23-WM-1: Renewing the 4% county sales tax rate through November 2025 (currently set to expire November 30, 2023)
• Resolution 8-23-WM-5: Contract with Ace Automatics for vending services at county office buildings
• Resolution 8-23-WM-6: Amended agreement with Speno MacLeod, PLLC for foreclosure legal work (requires 2/3 vote)
• Resolution 8-23-JP-9: Contract with Crouse Health of Syracuse for medication-assisted treatment at the county jail
• Resolution 8-23-JP-10: Contract with Farnham Family Services of Oswego for medication-assisted treatment at the county jail

The committee approved increasing tax rates on sales, uses of tangible personal property, certain services, hotel room occupancy, and amusement charges. Members also authorized the creation and filling of multiple positions across the Finance, Treasurer, and various county departments.

• Approved increasing tax rates on sales, hotel occupancy, and amusement charges (all in favor)
• Approved creating and filling Deputy Director of Finance position (all in favor)
• Approved filling Principal Account Clerk position in Treasurer’s Office (all in favor)
• Approved contract with Ace Automatics for vending services at county buildings (all in favor)
• Approved stipend for Budget Director for additional Finance Department support (all in favor)
• Approved amended agreement with Speno MacLeod, PLLC for foreclosure legal work (all in favor)
• Approved filling Senior Planner-GIS Analyst position (all in favor)
• Approved filling one PT Driver and two PT Veterans Services Officer positions (all in favor)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports, and receive updates on water and sewer operations, infrastructure projects, and committee reports. They will also discuss new business including the Wayne County Health Care Trust, a rental lease with CCSWA, and a scheduled meeting with the Comptroller's Office about Fair Haven billing issues.

• Approval of minutes from July 19 and August 2, 2023
• Accounts payable and reconciliation reports for July 2023
• Updates on Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.), Genesee Street Project, and North Street Connection
• Discussion of rental lease with CCSWA
• Meeting with Comptroller's Office on 8/21/2023 regarding Fair Haven billing issues

The Board approved the payment of bills, account reconciliations, and the renewal of a rental lease with Soil and Water. Members also voted to join the Wayne County Health Care Trust and recommended a candidate to the County Legislature to fill a board vacancy.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 19 and August 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous)
• Approved checking account reconciliations for July 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Recommended Aileen McNabb-Coleman to County Legislature for BOD seat (unanimous)
• Approved switching to Wayne County Health Care Trust (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of rental lease with Soil and Water (unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission will hold its regular business meeting, approving minutes, adopting rule changes, and certifying eligible lists for various positions. The commission will also amend class specifications for several roles and consider a reinstatement request from the County Treasurer's Office.

• Certify eligible lists for Assistant Director of Facilities II, Deputy Sheriff Corporal, Detective, and others (1-year terms)
• Extend eligible lists for Probation Officer I/II, Probation Supervisor I, Public Health Educator, and Senior Public Health Educator
• Amend class specifications for Employment and Training Director II, Deputy Sheriff Corporal, Identification Officer, Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Supervising Social Services Attorney
• Review new position duties for Motor Equipment Operator (6), Licensed Practical Nurse (3), Library Director III, and others
• Consider reinstatement request from County Treasurer's Office

The Commission approved several amendments to class specifications and new position duties statements. It also extended five eligible lists and expired five others. A reinstatement request from the County Treasurer’s Office was approved.

• Approved updating rules to reflect NY State labor classifications for Activity, Clerical, and Food Service Aides
• Extended eligible lists for Probation Officer I, Probation Officer II, Probation Supervisor I, Public Health Educator, and Senior Public Health Educator (all for 1 year)
• Expired eligible lists for Deputy Sheriff Sergeant (2021), Detective (2021), Detective Sergeant (2021), Occupational Therapist, and Sheriff Custody Officer
• Approved amended class specifications for Employment and Training Director II and four Deputy Sheriff roles
• Approved amended class specifications for Supervising Social Services Attorney
• Approved new position duties statements for seven roles including Motor Equipment Operator and Library Director III
• Approved reinstatement request from County Treasurer’s Office
• Approved request from provisional candidate to reinstate exam opportunities

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to receive department updates, including IT projects and Veterans Services activities, and to consider two resolutions: one on pension reporting for elected and appointed officials and another updating the County Records Management Policies and Procedures Manual. The agenda includes no public hearings or major contracts.

• Resolution 8-23-GO-1: Pension reporting for elected and appointed officials to NYS Retirement System
• Resolution 8-23-GO-2: Update Cayuga County Records Management Policies and Procedures Manual
• IT update: 464 new support tickets in July, 94% resolved, average resolution time 1.2 hours
• IT update: 32 new high-resolution cameras installed for safety/security upgrades
• Veterans Services: assisted with 90+ actions, transported veterans to 75 appointments, distributed $5,000 in farmer's market coupons

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee approved several grants for 911 technology and emergency management. The committee also authorized the filling of Senior Assistant District Attorney positions and the transfer of funds to the Assigned Counsel Program.

• Approved acceptance of 2023 COPS technology and equipment grant (10-23-JP-1)
• Approved transferring funds from fund balance to Assigned Counsel Program (10-23-JP-2)
• Approved authorization to fill Senior Assistant District Attorney position (10-23-JP-3)
• Approved authorization to fill Senior Assistant District Attorney vacancy (10-23-JP-4)
• Approved amended authorization for Aid to Prosecution stipends for DA personnel (10-23-JP-6)
• Pulled authorization for DREAMS Project support staff stipends (10-23-JP-7)
• Approved acceptance of FY23 Emergency Management Performance Grant (10-23-JP-8)
• Approved renaming 'Cayuga County Emergency Management Office' to 'Cayuga County Office of Emergency Services' (10-23-JP-9)

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will vote on resolutions to fill vacancies in the 911 center, Probation, and the Sheriff's Office, including part-time nurse positions for the jail. The committee will also hear updates on the Centralized Arraignment Program, which saw a record 90 arraignments in July, and on the Sheriff's new security scanner and sex offender tracking system.

• Authorization to fill one full-time and one part-time Emergency Services Dispatcher position in the 911 center
• Authorization to create and fill up to three part-time Licensed Practical Nurse positions at the Cayuga County Jail
• Contracts with Crouse Health and Farnham Family Services for medication-assisted treatment at the jail
• Record 90 arraignments in July under the Centralized Arraignment Program, costing $11,730 in attorney fees
• Probation department reports space shortages and requests $5,000 in repairs for a vehicle

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee approved several personnel filings for the 911, Probation, and Sheriff's offices. The board also authorized contracts for 911 power supply maintenance, mass casualty consulting, and medication assisted treatment for jail inmates.

• Approved filling one full-time Supervising Emergency Services Dispatcher and one backfill Dispatcher position (all in favor)
• Approved filling one part-time Emergency Services Dispatcher position (all in favor)
• Approved one-year UPS maintenance contract with Eaton Corporation for backup 911 center (all in favor except Didio)
• Approved grant from NYS Office of Victim Services for Victim/Witness Program (all in favor)
• Approved contract with Tetra Tech Incorporated for mass casualty incident plan consulting (all in favor)
• Approved filling Director of Probation, Probation Officer, and Senior Typist positions (all in favor)
• Approved creating/filling up to three part-time LPN and two part-time RN positions for the jail (all in favor)
• Approved medication assisted treatment contracts with Crouse Health and Farnham Family Services (all in favor)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider two resolutions: a 5-year, $342,036 contract with the NYS Unified Court System for court cleaning and minor repairs, and authorization to hire six seasonal Medium Equipment Operators at $23.28/hour for the Highway Department. The agenda also includes department updates on buildings, parks, and highway projects, but no appointments.

• Resolution 8-23-PW-1: Authorizing a 5-year, $342,036 contract with the NYS Unified Court System for court cleaning and minor repairs
• Resolution 8-23-PW-2: Authorizing hiring six seasonal Medium Equipment Operators at $23.28/hour for the Highway Department
• City Courts expansion: Architect selected; county legislature will need to fund construction phase
• Mental Health parking: Bergmann quoted $55,000 to add 13 parking spots; county attorney reviewing jurisdiction
• Emerson Park: New memorial tree program, Deauville Island shelter replacement, and entrance plaza redesign at Merry-Go-Round theater

The committee approved a contract for court cleaning and minor repairs and authorized the hiring of seasonal Medium Equipment Operators for the Highway Department. The meeting also included departmental updates on weights and measures, building maintenance, and park projects.

• Approved contract with Unified Court System for court cleaning and minor repairs (8-23-PW-1)
• Approved hiring of seasonal Medium Equipment Operators in the Highway Department (8-23-PW-2)
• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Board approved the purchase of 2-4 Commerce Way using funds from three separate accounts. Members also approved sending a letter to residents on Honoco Road regarding the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan.

• Approved purchase of 2-4 Commerce Way using $156,000 from water account, $78,000 from SD2 account, and $78,000 from sewer account (Unanimous)
• Approved sending a letter to residents on Honoco Road regarding the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will receive an audit presentation, review medical and dental pre-renewal data, discuss the wellness plan, and get a cash cap balance update.

• Audit presentation
• Medical & dental pre-renewal
• Updated claims through June
• Wellness plan discussion
• Cash cap balance update

The Board adopted financial statements following an audit that showed positive cash flow. Members approved revised wellness strategies and discussed a projected 13.3% medical rate increase for 2024.

• Approved consent agenda, previous minutes and financials
• Adopted financial statements as presented by EFPR Group
• Approved revised Wellness Strategies
• Approved additions of qualifying events for Wellness Consortium Wellness Program

Community Services Board

The Community Services Board is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items: roll call, approval of June minutes, public comment, director's report, financial reports, and subcommittee updates. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of June 29 meeting minutes
• Director's report
• Financial reports
• Subcommittee reports on mental health, developmental disabilities, alcohol/substance use, and by-laws

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission will vote on several resolutions, including applying for a grant, contracting for a shelter replacement, accepting a programming grant, and an emergency sewer pit repair. They will also discuss park projects, trail maintenance, and updates from various facilities.

• Authorize application to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program with funding match from Capital H
• Authorize contract to replace a shelter
• Authorize contract with Civic Rec
• Accept Emerson Foundation programming grant
• Emergency resolution to repair MGR sewer pit

The Commission approved several resolutions including a programming grant from the Emerson Foundation and contracts for DOT schematic design and Civic Rec. The body also authorized an emergency repair for the MGR sewer pit and approved minutes from April, May, and June.

• Approved April, May, and June meeting minutes
• Authorized application to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program
• Authorized contract to replace a shelter
• Authorized contract with Civic Rec
• Authorized acceptance of Emerson Foundation programming grant
• Authorized contract with Fisher Associates for DOT schematic design
• Authorized amendment to FOES agreement for sponsorship development
• Approved emergency resolution to repair MGR sewer pit

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to approve claims, hear public comments, and receive updates on communicable disease, early intervention, WIC, and environmental health. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of standard administrative and informational items.

• Approval of claims by Director of Administrative Services
• Communicable Disease & Immunization Report
• Early Intervention State Review
• HABs (Harmful Algal Blooms) update
• Watershed Rules and Regs Update

The Board approved the June 27 meeting minutes and financial claims for June 2023. Members also accepted several Hearing and Consent Orders related to properties in Auburn and Moravia. The meeting included reports on public health vacancies and Owasco Lake water quality regulations.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved claims with warrant dates of 06/15/2023 and 06/29/2023
• Approved credit card statements dated 5/29/2023 and 6/15/2023
• Accepted Hearing and Consent Orders for AJS Housing NY LLC, DB Drains LLC, and properties in Moravia (Pleasant Valley Mobile Home Park, Malave, Flannagan, Murray, Buchanan, and Boyd)

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will review minutes from prior meetings and consider several local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts. Items include a Village of Cayuga solar local law, four Town of Owasco subdivisions, and a Town of Ledyard special use permit amendment. The committee may decide each item has no intermunicipal concerns, recommend approval (with or without changes), recommend disapproval, or request more information.

• Village of Cayuga – Local Law – Solar
• Town of Owasco – Subdivision – RPM Residential Lots
• Town of Owasco – Subdivision – Lattimore Residential Lots
• Town of Owasco – Subdivision – CBB Residential Lots
• Town of Ledyard – SUP Amendment – IOA Spa

The GML 239-l, m, & n Review Committee approved a solar local law for the Village of Cayuga and several subdivision proposals in the Town of Owasco. The committee also recommended approval for a special use permit amendment in the Town of Ledyard.

• Approved Village of Cayuga Solar Local Law (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Owasco RPM Residential Lots subdivision with drainage and SEQR comments (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Owasco Lattimore Residential Lots subdivision with drainage and SEQR comments (All AYE)
• Approved Town of Owasco CBB Residential Lots subdivision (All AYE)
• Approved Town of Owasco Sunrise Ag Lots subdivision with SEQR comment (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Ledyard IOA Spa SUP Amendment (All AYE)
• Approved June 15, 2023 minutes (All AYE)
• Approved July 7, 2023 minutes (All AYE)

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee will meet to review and approve the June 15 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive the Director's Report. Key agenda items include discussion of the Local Services Plan and updates from the Mental Health Task Force and multiple agency reports.

• Review and approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Director's Report on mental health services
• Discussion of the Local Services Plan
• Mental Health Task Force update
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, and PROs/Unity House

The July 20, 2023 meeting of the Mental Health Sub-Committee was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No decisions were made.

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing resolutions for the July 25 Legislature meeting, including a local law to opt out of a state property tax exemption for new solar, wind, and farm waste energy systems. The committee will also consider appointing a new County Auditor and several departmental updates on finances, tax collection, and staffing.

• Local law to opt out of RPTL §487 renewable energy tax exemption for new systems
• Appointment of Angela Skellington as County Auditor at $32.00/hour, effective Aug 1
• Accept $110,854 GIVE grant for District Attorney's Office
• Foreclosure auction profit of ~$268,000; 17 of 18 parcels sold for $408,545
• Sales tax revenue down 1.38% year-over-year; $4,426,138.57 distributed to towns/villages

The Ways & Means Committee approved a local law to opt out of tax exemptions for certain renewable energy systems. The committee also authorized the appointment of a County Auditor and approved numerous personnel fills and service contracts across multiple departments.

• Approved local law to opt out of renewable energy tax exemptions (7-23-WM-1)
• Authorized appointment and salary of Cayuga County Auditor (7-23-WM-2)
• Approved 2023-2024 budget for Cayuga Community College (7-23-GO-2)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement for Cayuga Community College Faculty (7-23-GO-3)
• Authorized contract for Sterling-Fair Haven Community Connection Trail study (7-23-PL-1)
• Approved fire alarm system upgrade for the Historic Post Office (7-23-PW-10)
• Authorized contract with Saferwatch for a mobile information sharing platform (7-23-JP-5)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports, and receive updates on water and sewer operations, infrastructure projects, and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan. The board will also discuss an organizational assessment and a policy on board conduct with staff, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Approval of June 21, 2023 minutes
• Accounts payable and reconciliation reports for June 2023
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Genesee Street Project
• North Street Connection

The Board approved funding for a property closing and authorized new operations and maintenance agreements for the Town of Sterling. Members also approved a grant application for the Cato project and a SEQRA resolution for the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan.

• Approved payment of up to $325,000 for closing expenses of 2-4 Commerce Way (unanimous)
• Approved Tim Carpenter to apply for an engineering planning grant for Cato (unanimous)
• Approved SEQRA resolution for Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (unanimous)
• Approved operations and maintenance agreement for Town of Sterling WD2 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement for Town of Sterling West Bay Rd Storm Sewer District (unanimous)
• Approved emergency plan service agreement pending legal review (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and June 30, 2023 checking account reconciliations (unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission will hold a regular business meeting to approve minutes, adopt a rules change from NYS Civil Service, and handle personnel matters. Actions include establishing a new eligible list for Library Assistant, extending four eligible lists, and expiring six others. The commission will also adopt or amend several class specifications and review new position duty statements.

• Adoption of rules change approved by NYS Civil Service
• Establish Library Assistant (2023) eligible list for 1 year
• Extend eligible lists for Library Associate, Senior Computer Systems Technician, Sheriff Custody Captain, Workforce Development Program Specialist
• Adopt class specification for Director of Fiscal Management – Social Services
• Amend class specifications for multiple Sheriff's Department deputy positions

The Commission approved several permanent appointments and updated class specifications for various county roles. The board also extended four eligible lists and expired six others.

• Approved permanent appointments for Taylor Militello (E911), Amy Manuel (Public Health), Matthew Fennesy (Social Services), and Michael Price (Social Services)
• Extended eligible lists for Library Associate, Senior Computer Systems Technician, Sheriff Custody Captain, and Workforce Development Program Specialist (all for 1 year)
• Expired eligible lists for Coding and Billing Specialist, Data Collector, Motor Vehicle Bureau Supervisor, School Transportation Supervisor, Senior Clerk, and Senior Planner
• Adopted class specification for Director of Fiscal Management – Social Services
• Amended class specifications for Grant Program Coordinator and six Deputy Sheriff positions
• Approved New Position Duties Statements for Highway Supervisor, Competent Professional Authority, Director of Fiscal Management, Social Worker, and various Cleaner and Laborer roles
• Approved a request for reinstatement from Social Services

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The People with Developmental Disabilities Sub-Committee approved the minutes from April 2, 2023. The committee also voted to allow MC at CCMCH to join the September 2023 meeting for information. Members received reports on the submitted Local Services Plan and the approved 2024 DDRO budget.

• Approved April 2, 2023 minutes
• Approved MC at CCMCH to join September 2023 meeting

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions, including approving the 2023-2024 Cayuga Community College budget of $26.25 million with a county contribution of $3,169,175, and a new collective bargaining agreement with the faculty association. They will also vote on accepting a $30,000 increase in a NYS cybersecurity grant for the Board of Elections. For discussion only, they will consider amending the process for filling vacant budgeted positions, which would allow department heads to fill funded vacancies without legislative approval until December 31, 2023.

• Approve 2023-2024 Cayuga Community College budget totaling $26,250,000; county share $3,169,175
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with Cayuga Community College Faculty Association for Sept 1, 2023 – Aug 31, 2027
• Accept $30,000 increase in NYS Cybersecurity Grant for Board of Elections (BOE01-C004236-1110000)
• Discuss amending process to fill vacant budgeted positions, removing need for committee/legislature approval until Dec 31, 2023
• Board of Elections report: 708 total votes in recent election, 17.78% turnout; hand recount scheduled July 13

The Government Operations Committee approved the 2023-2024 budget and a four-year collective bargaining agreement for Cayuga Community College. The committee also accepted a budget increase for a NYS Cybersecurity Grant for the Board of Elections.

• Approved 2023-2024 budget for Cayuga Community College (all in favor)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement between Cayuga Community College and Faculty Association for Sept 1, 2023 to Aug 31, 2027 (all in favor)
• Accepted and budgeted increase in NYS Cybersecurity Grant for the Board of Elections (all in favor)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will consider resolutions to accept $110,854 in GIVE grant funding for the District Attorney's office, $36,524 for the Sheriff's overtime, and $102,000 for a new Probation Officer position. They will also vote on filling one vacant Deputy Sheriff position, three part-time Deputy Fire Coordinators, and a contract with Saferwatch for a mobile information sharing platform. The meeting includes updates on the Centralized Arraignment Program, jail population, and staffing challenges.

• Resolution 7-23-JP-1: Authorizing DA to accept $110,854 GIVE grant for gun violence reduction
• Resolution 7-23-JP-4: Authorizing Sheriff to accept $36,524 GIVE grant for overtime
• Resolution 7-23-JP-8: Authorizing Probation to accept $102,000 GIVE grant for new officer position
• Resolution 7-23-JP-3: Authorizing Sheriff to fill one vacant Deputy Sheriff position
• Resolution 7-23-JP-5: Authorizing contract with Saferwatch for mobile information sharing platform

The committee approved accepting state GIVE grant funding for the District Attorney, Sheriff, and Probation departments. Several resolutions were passed to fill vacant law enforcement and fire coordinator positions and to establish school patrol officer contracts.

• Approved accepting GIVE Grant funding for District Attorney's Office (7-23-JP-1)
• Approved filling two part-time Deputy Fire Coordinators and one Deputy Fire/EMS Coordinator (7-23-JP-2)
• Approved filling one vacant Deputy Sheriff position in the Patrol Division (7-23-JP-3)
• Approved accepting GIVE Grant funding for Sheriff's Office (7-23-JP-4)
• Approved contract with Saferwatch for a mobile information sharing platform (7-23-JP-5)
• Approved salary adjustment for Special Patrol Officer at Port Byron School District (7-23-JP-6)
• Approved contract and creation of one Special Patrol Officer position for Weedsport Central School District (7-23-JP-7)
• Approved accepting GIVE Grant funding for Probation Department (7-23-JP-8)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions to create a Highway Supervisor position, upgrade the Historic Post Office fire alarm system, and accept a grant for Emerson Park programming. Updates from departments include building projects, park improvements, and highway maintenance.

• Resolution 7-23-PW-2: Create and fill Highway Supervisor position, abolish Working Foreperson (Grade 17, $26.29/hr probationary)
• Resolution 7-23-PW-10: Authorize fire alarm system upgrade in Historic Post Office
• Resolution 7-23-PW-6: Accept Fred L. Emerson Foundation grant for Emerson Park public programming
• Resolution 7-23-PW-8: Authorize contract with Fisher Associates for NYS DOT-required design services
• Buildings and Grounds: $55,000 quote from Bergmann for Mental Health parking expansion under review

The committee approved several personnel actions for the Highway Department and accepted a grant for Emerson Park programming. Members also authorized a new fee schedule for driveway installations and a contract addendum for facility reservations.

• Approved amendment to DM parts budget (All in favor)
• Approved creation and filling of Highway Supervisor position (All in favor)
• Authorized Highway Department to set fee schedule for new driveway installation (All in favor)
• Approved filling Motor Equipment Operator Medium position 8000 (All in favor)
• Approved filling Motor Equipment Operator Medium position 8045 (All in favor)
• Accepted grant from Fred L. Emerson Foundation for 2023 public programming at Emerson Park (All in favor)
• Approved contract addendum with Civic Rec for facility reservation services (All in favor)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet on July 7, 2023, to review a special use permit application from the Town of Ledyard for a farmhouse restoration. The committee will decide whether the action has intermunicipal concerns or is of local concern only, and may recommend approval, approval with changes, disapproval, or request more information.

• Town of Ledyard – Special Use Permit – Farmhouse Restoration

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m, & n Review Committee reviewed a special use permit for a farmhouse restoration in the Town of Ledyard. The committee found no concerns regarding the project's drainage management approach and recommended approval.

• Recommended approval without change for Town of Ledyard Farmhouse Restoration special use permit (All AYE)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and discussing a letter regarding the Cayuga Lake TMDL. They will also consider letters of support for Finger Lakes Watershed Grants Program applications and receive updates from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations.

• Discussion of Cayuga Lake TMDL letter
• Letters of support for Finger Lakes Watershed Grants Program applications
• Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation District, and Solid Waste Management
• Updates from lake associations including Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, and others
• Partner reports from NYSDEC, The Nature Conservancy, and other groups

The Agency approved letters of support for several Finger Lakes Watershed Grants Program applications. Members also voted to send a revised letter to the NYSDEC requesting the completion of the Cayuga Lake Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL).

• Approved resolution of appreciation for Eileen O’Connor (unanimous)
• Approved support letters for Finger Lakes Watershed Grants Program applications (unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved revised letter to NYSDEC requesting completion of Cayuga Lake TMDL (passed, 1 no vote)

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a routine meeting. The agenda includes public comment, review of minutes, agency and director reports, and summer updates under new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public to be heard
• Review of minutes
• Agency report Q&A
• Director's report
• Summer updates under new business

No meeting was held on July 5, 2023, due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

Community Services Board

The board will take roll call, approve minutes from May 25, hear public comments, and receive the director's report. They will discuss financial reports, subcommittee updates on mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use, and consider unfinished business including a bylaws update and meeting without a quorum.

• Review of May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Director's report on agency operations
• Financial reports review
• Bylaws update discussion
• Meeting without a quorum consideration

The board approved the minutes from the May 25, 2023, meeting. No new business was introduced, and two subcommittees failed to meet due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission is meeting to approve several resolutions, including applications for grants, contracts for shelter replacement and schematic design, and an agreement amendment. They will also receive updates on park projects, including the new access road at Whitebridge, Deauville Island shelter replacement, and construction at Sterling Nature Center.

• Authorize application to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program with funding match from Capital H
• Authorize contract to replace a shelter
• Authorize contract with Fisher Associates for DOT schematic design
• Authorize acceptance of Emerson Foundation programming grant
• Authorize contract with Civic Rec

The commission approved a funding match for the Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program and a contract to replace a shelter. No quorum was present to approve April and May minutes or to formally adjourn the meeting.

• Approved application to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program and funding match from Capital H
• Approved contract to replace a shelter

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review administrative claims and public health reports. Discussion topics include communicable disease updates, nutrition programs, and environmental health matters such as wastewater surveillance.

• Approval of May 16, 2023, meeting minutes
• Communicable Disease & Immunization Report
• Wastewater Surveillance Update
• SUNY Stony Brook Project update
• Hydrilla 2023 Update

The Board of Health approved the May 16 meeting minutes and processed administrative claims. The Board also accepted several Hearing and Consent Orders and reduced a specific fine for a resident regarding a septic system inspection.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved claims with warrant dates 05/11/2023 and 05/25/2023 and credit card statements 4/29/2023 and 5/15/2023
• Reduced fine for Mr. Hart's May 16 Board of Health order from $100 to $50
• Accepted Hearing and Consent Orders for multiple properties including Spa at the Inns of Aurora, Wendy's- Auburn, and Dunkin Donuts- Aurelius

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Special Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business: expiring eligible lists for three job titles, adopting a new class specification for Staff Social Worker (Jail), and amending the specification for Staff Social Worker (CMH). No public hearings or major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Expire eligible lists: Emergency Services Dispatcher (2022) OC#64738, Senior Account Clerk (2022) OC#67781, Senior Account Clerk Typist (2022) OC#61266
• Adopt class specification: Staff Social Worker (Jail) – Mental Health – (C)
• Amend class specification: Staff Social Worker (CMH) – Mental Health – (C)

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission expired three eligible lists for dispatcher and clerk positions. The commission also adopted a new class specification for Staff Social Worker (Jail) and amended the specification for Staff Social Worker (CMH).

• Expired eligible lists for Emergency Services Dispatcher (2022) OC#64738 (Approved)
• Expired eligible lists for Senior Account Clerk (2022) OC#67781 (Approved)
• Expired eligible lists for Senior Account Clerk Typist (2022) OC#61266 (Approved)
• Adopted Class Specification for Staff Social Worker (Jail) – Mental Health – (C) (Approved)
• Amended Class Specification for Staff Social Worker (CMH) – Mental Health – (C) (Approved)

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors is meeting to discuss the medical and dental pre-renewal from USI, a wellness plan discussion, and a cash cap balance update. They will also review old business including a stop loss credit update and an audit update. The meeting is hybrid, held at Soil & Water with remote options.

• Medical & dental pre-renewal from USI
• Wellness plan discussion
• Cash cap balance update
• Stop loss credit update
• Audit update

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing resolutions including a proposed local law to opt out of the state property tax exemption for solar, wind, and farm waste energy systems, with a public hearing scheduled for July 25. The committee also received updates on tax collection, foreclosures, and audits, and will consider several personnel and contract authorizations.

• Resolution 6-23-WM-1: Public hearing on local law to opt out of RPTL §487 renewable energy tax exemption
• Resolution 6-23-WM-2: Settlement of Rite Aid/Walgreens tax certiorari cases with refunds totaling $92,978.23
• Resolution 6-23-WM-4: Renew EV Connect cloud subscription for hybrid vehicle charging station
• Resolution 6-23-PL-2: Award bid for ADA-compliant kayak launch at Frontenac Park, Union Springs
• Resolution 6-23-LEG-1: Solicit proposals for County Office Building renovation project

The committee approved several resolutions regarding staff hiring, compensation adjustments for the legal group, and various service contracts. It also authorized a public hearing notice to opt out of certain renewable energy tax exemptions.

• Approved public hearing notice to opt out of renewable energy tax exemptions (6-23-WM-1)
• Approved settlement regarding Rite Aid and Walgreens vs. City of Auburn (6-23-WM-2)
• Authorized filling of Junior Accountant position (6-23-WM-3)
• Approved $5,000 salary increase for Non-Bargaining Legal Group (6-23-WM-5)
• Approved bid for ADA-compliant kayak launch at Frontenac Park (6-23-PL-2)
• Authorized three-year snow and ice removal agreement with towns and villages (6-23-PW-2)
• Approved solicitation of professional services for County Office Building Renovation (6-23-LEG-1)
• Increased pay rates for Election Inspectors and Custodians (6-23-GO-11)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports, and receive updates on operations and projects. They will also discuss new business including an agreement with the Town of Sterling, a proposal for the 2023 audit, and insurance renewal.

• Approval of minutes from May 17 and June 7, 2023
• Accounts payable reports and reconciliation for May 1-31, 2023
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Genesee Street Project (Cayuga Milk Ingredients)
• Agreement with the Town of Sterling

The Board approved a grant application for the County Infrastructure Master Plan and authorized an amended agreement with the Town of Sterling to allow Jay Sawyer to perform water work. Additionally, the Board approved insurance renewals and granted the Director authority to respond to county-wide water and sewer emergencies.

• Approved grant application for the Master Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved amended agreement with Town of Sterling to allow Jay Sawyer to do water work (Unanimous)
• Authorized Chair Brian Dahl to sign the Town of Sterling agreement (Unanimous)
• Granted Director Karl Rindfleisch authority to respond to water and sewer emergencies in Cayuga County (Unanimous)
• Authorized Attorney Riccardo Galbato to draft a resolution for local jurisdiction repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including three MRB additions of $949.59, $925.02, and $971.72 (Unanimous)
• Approved checking account reconciliations for May 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved insurance renewal with current agent (Unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission will hold a regular business meeting to approve minutes, establish and extend eligible lists for various job titles, adopt and amend class specifications, review new position duties, and consider reinstatement and other personnel matters. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy changes or public hearings.

• Establish 12 eligible lists including Clerk, EMT, Emergency Services Dispatcher, Nutritionist, and Typist
• Extend eligible lists for Principal Typist, Recreation Director, Senior Network Administrator, Veterans Services Assistant, and Veterans Services Officer
• Adopt class specifications for Emergency Services Dispatcher (HELP Program) and Administrative Services Generalist
• Amend class specifications for Public Health Educator and Senior Public Health Educator
• Consider reinstatement request from Public Health and early probationary period endings from multiple departments

The Commission certified multiple permanent appointments across county departments and established 12 new eligible lists. Members also approved extensions for five existing eligible lists and adopted new class specifications and position duties statements.

• Approved 15 permanent appointments and one promotion across various departments
• Established 12 new eligible lists for one year
• Extended 5 eligible lists for one year (all in favor)
• Expired the Senior Systems Administrator eligible list (all in favor)
• Adopted class specifications for Emergency Services Dispatcher and Administrative Services Generalist
• Amended class specifications for Public Health Educator and Senior Public Health Educator
• Approved 7 new position duties statements
• Approved a reinstatement request from Public Health

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will review local laws and a special use permit from the Towns of Owasco, Summerhill, Throop, and Ledyard. The committee will decide whether each action has intermunicipal concerns and may recommend approval, changes, or disapproval.

• Town of Owasco – Local Law – Solar
• Town of Owasco – Local Law – Special Use Permits
• Town of Summerhill – Local Law – Site Plan Review
• Town of Throop – Local Law – Zoning Ordinance
• Town of Ledyard – Special Use Permit – Farmhouse Restoration

The committee reviewed several local laws and permits to determine if they had countywide or intermunicipal impacts. Most proposals were found to be of local concern only, though one farmhouse restoration permit was deferred pending more drainage information.

• Approved May 18, 2023 minutes (All AYE)
• Determined Town of Owasco Solar local law has no intermunicipal concern (All AYE)
• Determined Town of Owasco Special Use Permits local law has no intermunicipal concern (All AYE)
• Determined Town of Summerhill Site Plan Review local law has no intermunicipal concern (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Throop Zoning Ordinance without change (All AYE)
• Deferred Town of Ledyard Farmhouse Restoration permit pending SWPPP and drainage plans (All AYE)

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, receive a director's report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Agency reports will be given by several behavioral health organizations. The committee will also address old business, including follow-up on reporting agencies and the subcommittee chair, and new business on recruitment and term commitments.

• Review and approval of April 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, PROs/Unity House
• Follow-up on reporting agencies list and template

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to review department updates and vote on several resolutions, including amendments to the county's Public Information Officer and Vehicle policies, and authorization to fill multiple staff positions. The agenda also includes updates from the Board of Elections, IT, and Veterans Services.

• Resolution 6-23-GO-1: Amending the Cayuga County Public Information Policy to include the Public Health Director and Clerk of the Legislature as authorized to issue press releases.
• Resolution 6-23-GO-2: Amending the Cayuga County Vehicle Policy, updating rules on vehicle purchase, use, and maintenance.
• Resolutions 6-23-GO-8 through 6-23-GO-10: Authorizing the County Attorney to fill and create multiple attorney positions.
• Resolutions 6-23-GO-4 through 6-23-GO-7: Authorizing the Board of Elections to sign contracts for postage, poll workers, SHOEBOX, and TIER grants.
• IT update: 429 support tickets created in May, 93% resolved; cybersecurity training rollout began June 5.

The Government Operations Committee approved several grants for the Board of Elections and updated county policies regarding public information and vehicles. The committee also authorized the filling of senior clerk and assistant attorney positions.

• Approved Postage, Poll Workers, SHOEBOX, and TIER grants for Board of Elections (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Cayuga County Public Information Policy (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Cayuga County Vehicle Policy (unanimous)
• Approved filling one Full-Time Senior Clerk position (unanimous)
• Approved filling one Assistant Attorney position (4-3)

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will vote on resolutions to create a part-time Data Officer for the Assigned Counsel Program and to fill multiple vacancies in the Sheriff's Office, including eight custody officers, one LPN, and one facility administrator. The committee will also receive updates on 911 staffing, the Centralized Arraignment Program, and Probation Department needs.

• Resolution 6-23-JP-1: Authorize creation and hiring of a part-time Data Officer at $27/hour for the Assigned Counsel Program, funded by state Indigent Legal Services grant.
• Resolution 6-23-JP-4: Authorize Sheriff to fill eight vacant Sheriff Custody Officer positions.
• Resolution 6-23-JP-3: Authorize Sheriff to fill one vacant Licensed Practical Nurse position.
• Resolution 6-23-JP-5: Authorize Sheriff to fill one vacant Corrections Facility Administrator position.
• Resolution 6-23-JP-8: Authorize agreement with Cayuga Counseling for Alternative Sentencing Program, July 2023–June 2024.

The committee approved seven appointments to the Cayuga County Fire Advisory Board for terms running through December 31, 2023. Members also received departmental updates regarding 911 staffing, legal expenses, and probation budget needs.

• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes
• Approved appointment of William Whittaker to Fire Advisory Board
• Approved appointment of Dan Baldwin to Fire Advisory Board
• Approved appointment of David James to Fire Advisory Board
• Approved appointment of Larry Dygert to Fire Advisory Board
• Approved appointment of Douglas LaFave to Fire Advisory Board
• Approved appointment of George Seemann Jr. to Fire Advisory Board
• Approved appointment of Sean Toole to Fire Advisory Board

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss a City Court renovation/expansion project that requires County Legislature approval for construction funding, and will vote on four resolutions: extending a building cleaning contract, entering a three-year snow removal agreement with towns, accepting $644,000 in additional state paving funds, and partnering with the Town of Owasco on a tree maintenance grant application.

• Discussion of City Court renovation/expansion; City seeking architect for design and construction inspection
• Resolution 6-23-PW-1: Extend cleaning contract for Courthouse and Historic Post Office at $152,784/year
• Resolution 6-23-PW-2: Three-year snow and ice removal agreement with towns and villages
• Resolution 6-23-PW-3: Accept $644,000 in additional NYS paving funds for road work
• Resolution 6-23-PW-4: Partner with Town of Owasco on NYS DEC tree maintenance grant application

The committee approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental updates regarding infrastructure, park maintenance, and museum projects; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes (all in favor)

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The subcommittee will review and approve April 2023 minutes, discuss the Local Services Plan, and hear agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, and others. The meeting is procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Review and approval of April 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, Unity House
• Director's report

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Sub-Committee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a routine meeting. The agenda includes public comment, review of minutes, an agency report Q&A, and the director's report. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public to be Heard
• Review Minutes
• Agency Report Q&A
• Director's Report

No meeting was held on June 7, 2021, due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority board is meeting to discuss bids for the Genesee Street project, the master plan, and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan. They will also hear the director's report and discuss the IDA milk plant. The meeting is a regular board meeting with no public hearings scheduled.

• Discuss bids for Genesee Street project/expansion
• Review Master Plan
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road)
• Director's report
• IDA (Milk Plant) discussion

The Board approved a contract for materials for the West Genesee Street project. Members discussed potential partnerships for water work in the Town/Village of Cato and a grant submission for a water line extension to Cayuga Milk Ingredients.

• Approved agenda with addition of Cayuga Milk Ingredients (unanimous)
• Approved $134,181.54 bid from Blair Supply for West Genesee St. materials (unanimous)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is holding a routine meeting with announcements, old business including minutes and a Cayuga Lake TMDL letter, and new business. The agenda includes reports from working groups on communication, invasive species, and nutrients/sediment, as well as updates from county agencies, lake associations, and partner organizations. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Cayuga Lake TMDL letter discussion
• Reports from WQMA working groups on invasive species and nutrient/sediment
• Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, and Solid Waste programs
• Lake association reports for Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, and other lakes
• Partner reports from NYSDEC, The Nature Conservancy, and others

Community Services Board

The Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding its regular meeting, which includes reviewing minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving a director's report. The board will also hear a presentation on the HEALing Communities Study, review financial reports, and discuss updates to its bylaws and a citizen article for the CSB.

• HEALing Communities Study presentation
• Financial reports review
• Bylaws update discussion
• Citizen article for the CSB
• Subcommittee reports: Mental Health, PWDD, Alcohol and Substance Use, By-laws workgroup

The board approved the minutes from the March 23, 2023, meeting. Members discussed the rollout of daytime mobile crisis services and a report on the Healing Communities Study. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Added the topic of meeting without a quorum to the agenda

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission will vote on two resolutions: applying to the Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program with a funding match from Capital H, and authorizing a contract to replace a shelter. The meeting also includes updates on park projects, staffing, and trail maintenance.

• Resolution to apply to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program with funding match from Capital H
• Resolution to authorize contract to replace a shelter
• Deauville Island Shelter replacement resolution submitted
• Amphitheater project funding under internal review
• Whitebridge Road property: NYS DOT requests further engineering documents for new park access road

The Commission authorized an application to the Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program and a contract to replace a shelter. The board also received updates on several Emerson Park infrastructure projects and the Sterling Nature Center construction.

• Authorized application to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program
• Authorized contract to replace a shelter
• Approved replacement of Deauville Island Shelter (passed 5/23/2023)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Special Commission is meeting to adopt a class specification for Senior Assistant County Attorney and to review new position duty statements for Assistant County Attorney and Senior Assistant County Attorney. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of roll call, the listed items, and adjournment.

• Adoption of class specification for Senior Assistant County Attorney
• New position duty statement for Assistant County Attorney
• New position duty statement for Senior Assistant County Attorney

The Civil Service Commission adopted the class specification for the Senior Assistant County Attorney role. The Commission also approved new position duties statements for both the Assistant County Attorney and Senior Assistant County Attorney positions.

• Adopted Class Specification for Senior Assistant County Attorney (All in favor)
• Approved New Position Duties Statement for Assistant County Attorney (All in favor)
• Approved New Position Duties Statement for Senior Assistant County Attorney (All in favor)

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to review minutes from April 20, 2023, and consider the Town of Conquest's Comprehensive Plan. The committee may decide the plan has no intermunicipal concerns, recommend approval with or without changes, recommend disapproval, or request additional material.

• Review of minutes from April 20, 2023 meeting
• Town of Conquest – Comprehensive Plan review
• Committee may choose from five decision options including approval, disapproval, or requesting more information

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee recommended approval of the Town of Conquest Comprehensive Plan. The committee noted minor grammatical and language errors that the Planning and Economic Development Department will help fix before official adoption.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (All AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Conquest Comprehensive Plan (All AYE)

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Mental Health Subcommittee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive a director's report, and discuss the Local Services Plan. Agency reports will be presented from Behavioral Health Services, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, and Liberty Resources. The committee will also follow up on a reporting template and subcommittee chair recruitment.

• Review of Local Services Plan
• Reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, and Liberty Resources
• Follow up on reporting agencies list and agency reporting template
• Mental Health Subcommittee chair and recruitment

The May 18, 2023, meeting of the Mental Health Subcommittee was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee will consider adopting a local law providing a 10% property tax exemption (up to $200,000 assessed value) for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, effective July 1, 2023. The committee will also vote on resolutions to fill the County Auditor position, authorize foreclosure legal work with Speno & Macleod for $25,000, and approve pilot agreements for two solar arrays on Half Acre Road. Other items include negotiated sale requests for tax-foreclosed parcels and various department updates.

• Local law to provide 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• Authorization to fill the Office of County Auditor (vacant May 10, 2023)
• Contract with Speno & Macleod for foreclosure legal work, $25,000 for one year
• Pilot agreements with Half Acre Solar LLC (5MW AC) and Sevior Solar LLC (4.19MW AC) at 2047 Half Acre Road, Aurelius
• Eleven negotiated sale requests for tax-foreclosed parcels; some recommended for auction, others for sale to prior owners

The committee approved a local law providing tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. Other actions included appointing a Director of Purchasing and authorizing legal services for county foreclosures. Several personnel fills and departmental contracts were also approved.

• Approved tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers (All in favor)
• Appointed Director of Purchasing (All in favor)
• Approved one-year agreement with Speno & Macleod for foreclosure legal work (All in favor)
• Authorized filling of County Auditor office (All in favor)
• Authorized contract with Purchasing Consultant (All in favor)
• Approved purchase of tax-foreclosed properties, excluding parcel 200.00-1-21 in Moravia (All in favor)
• Approved contract with Vanguard Research & Title Services, Inc. for title search reports (All in favor)
• Authorized County Treasurer to pay Mortgage Tax (All in favor)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water & Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board will approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports, and hear updates on water and sewer operations, infrastructure projects, and committee reports. The meeting also includes legal and personnel committee reports, plus discussion on conflicts of interest and board-staff conduct.

• Approval of minutes for April 19 and May 3, 2023
• Accounts payable reports and reconciliation for April 1-30, 2023
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Genesee Street Project (Cayuga Milk Ingredients)
• North Street Connection project update

The Board approved a resolution naming Brian Dahl as the authorized official for Regional Border Commission documentation. Members also approved a new conflict-of-interest policy and authorized several bill payments. A conduct policy regarding the Board and staff was tabled.

• Approved resolution naming Brian Dahl as authorized signature for Regional Border Commission applications (unanimous)
• Approved conflict-of-interest policy (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills, including $6,888.75 from WCWSA and $3,460.00 from Mark Colopy (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of the conduct policy between BOD and CCWSA staff
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2023, and May 3, 2023 (unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Commission approved new duties statements for nine positions and adopted class specifications for the Assistant Director of Emergency Medical and Training Services. The board also extended eight eligible lists and allowed eight others to expire.

• Approved new position duties statements for 9 roles, including Assistant District Attorney and Automotive Mechanic
• Adopted class specification for Assistant Director of Emergency Medical and Training Services
• Extended 8 eligible lists for 1 year, including Emergency Services Dispatcher and Nutritionist
• Expired 8 eligible lists, including School Security Guard and Victim Witness Program Coordinator
• Approved a request for transfer from Social Services and a request for removal from an eligible list
• Approved minutes from 4/18/23 and 4/28/23 meetings

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health will hear reports on watershed rules and regulations, a septic replacement program, and enforcement of the ATUPA. Directors will also provide updates on communicable disease, immunization, WIC program numbers, and children with special health needs.

• Watershed Rules and Regulations update
• Hearing and Consent Orders
• Septic Replacement Program
• Enforcement of ATUPA
• Communicable Disease & Immunization Report

The Board approved the April 25, 2023 meeting minutes and the claims warrant and credit card statements. Members also approved hearing and consent orders for eight properties. Staff provided updates on personnel vacancies, child health service waitlists, and septic replacement funding.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved claims warrant (04/13/2023 and 04/27/2023) and credit card statements (03/29/2023 and 04/15/2023)
• Approved hearing and consent orders for Camp Casowasco, Garropy’s Mobile Home Park, Goodsell Property, Harrington Property, Hart Property, Ingersoll Property, Kennedy Property, and Lamay Property

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee is meeting to review and approve the April 2023 minutes, discuss the Local Services Plan, and hear reports from various agencies serving people with developmental disabilities. The meeting also includes public comment and the director's report.

• Review and approval of April 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, Unity House
• Director's report

The meeting scheduled for May 11, 2023, was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to review department updates and vote on four resolutions. These include adopting a Public Information Officer policy, amending the resolution process policy, adopting a device encryption policy, and authorizing a new Senior Clerk position. The committee will also hear updates from the Board of Elections, IT, and Veterans Services.

• Resolution 5-23-GO-1: Adopting Cayuga County Public Information Officer policy
• Resolution 5-23-GO-2: Amending the Cayuga County Resolution Process policy
• Resolution 5-23-GO-3: Adopting Cayuga County Device Encryption policy
• Resolution 5-23-GO-4: Authorization to fill one full-time Senior Clerk position
• IT update: 366 support tickets in April, 91% resolved; network infrastructure project underway

The Government Operations Committee approved several policy updates, including a new Public Information Officer policy and a Device Encryption Policy. The committee also authorized the hiring of a full-time Senior Clerk to replace a retired staff member.

• Approved adopting the Cayuga County policy for Public Information Officer (5-23-GO-1)
• Approved amending the Cayuga County Policy for the Resolution Process (5-23-GO-2)
• Approved adopting the Cayuga County’s Device Encryption Policy (5-23-GO-3)
• Approved authorization to fill one full-time Senior Clerk position due to retirement (5-23-GO-4)
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will consider nine resolutions, including filling a vacant supervising dispatcher position and backfilling the resulting vacancy, authorizing a contract with Stancil Solutions for recorder support at the backup center, accepting an $80,000 Crimes Against Revenue Program grant for the District Attorney, appointing a STOP-DWI Coordinator, and authorizing design services for the Public Safety Training Center using ARPA funds. The committee will also receive updates from the 911 center, Assigned Counsel, District Attorney, Fire/EMO, Probation, and Sheriff's office.

• Authorization to fill one vacant Supervising Emergency Services Dispatcher position and backfill the resulting vacancy (5-23-JP-1)
• Contract with Stancil Solutions for recorder support at the backup center, $7,870 (5-23-JP-2)
• Accept $80,000 Crimes Against Revenue Program (CARP) grant for the District Attorney (5-23-JP-3)
• Appoint Charles LaDouce as STOP-DWI Coordinator at $10,000/year (5-23-JP-4)
• Authorize design services for Public Safety Training Center improvements using ARPA funds (5-23-JP-5)

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee approved several resolutions to fill vacancies in the Sheriff's Office and 911 dispatch. The board also authorized contracts for emergency medical records, design services, and the acceptance of a Hazmat Targeted Grant.

• Approved filling one Supervising Emergency Services Dispatcher and one Dispatcher position
• Approved contract with Stancil Solutions for backup center recorder support services
• Approved $80,000 CARP funding plan award
• Approved appointment and salary for STOP-DWI Coordinator
• Approved ARPA funding for design services agreement
• Approved acceptance of NYS Hazmat Targeted Grant for equipment and technology
• Approved contract with Medent for electronic incarcerated medical records
• Approved filling one Custody Corporal and one Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant position

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing department updates and will vote on several resolutions, including creating and filling a full-time Building Maintenance Mechanic position for the Public Safety Building, extending a parking agreement with Cayuga Community College, creating an Automotive Mechanic position, and approving ARPA-funded projects at Emerson Park. The agenda also includes updates on county building projects, park improvements, and museum activities.

• Resolution 5-23-PW-1: Create and fill full-time Building Maintenance Mechanic, with $15,158 transfer from contingent fund for 2023
• Resolution 5-23-PW-2: Extend one-year no-cost parking agreement with Cayuga Community College Culinary Institute for 10 spots at 172 Genesee St, Auburn
• Resolution 5-23-PW-3: Create and fill Automotive Mechanic position in Highway Department
• Resolution 5-23-PW-6: Authorize ARPA funds to replace shelter at Deauville Island, Emerson Park, pending CREST grant approval
• Resolution 5-23-PW-7: Apply to Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program for bridge replacement and accessible parking at Deauville Island

The committee approved a resolution to create and fill a full-time Building Maintenance Mechanic position to address staffing shortages. Members also received departmental updates on county building projects, park improvements, and highway paving.

• Approved creation of a full-time Building Maintenance Mechanic position (all in favor)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to discuss water quality issues, including a presentation from the Community Science Institute on partnering with communities to monitor water quality. The agenda includes old business such as minutes and a Cayuga Lake TMDL letter, as well as reports from various county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Grascen Shidemantle, Executive Director, Community Science Institute on partnering with communities to monitor water quality
• Old business: minutes and Cayuga Lake TMDL Letter
• Reports from county agencies including Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, and Solid Waste
• Lake association reports for Cayuga, Cross Lake/Seneca River, Duck Lake, Lake Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles Lakes
• Partner reports from CNYRPDB, NYSDEC Great Lakes Program, FLI/FL-PRISM, and others

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Sub-Committee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes public comment, review of minutes, agency and director reports, and an update on the Local Service Plan. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Local Service Plan update
• Public to be Heard
• Review Minutes
• Agency Report Q&A
• Director's Report

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority board is meeting to discuss several projects, including a Genesee Street project/expansion, the Master Plan, and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan on Honoco Road. The agenda also includes new business, a director's report, and a historical presentation. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Genesee Street project/expansion discussion
• Master Plan discussion
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road) discussion
• Director's report by Karl Rindfleisch
• Historical presentation by Jeanine Wilson

The board unanimously approved the agenda with an added executive session for potential litigation, then adjourned into and out of that session. No substantive decisions were made; all other items were discussed only.

• Approved agenda with addition of executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned into executive session for possible litigation (unanimous)
• Adjourned out of executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider amending the class specification for the County Auditor position under the Legislative Board. The agenda includes roll call, the amendment item, and adjournment. No other business is listed.

• Amendment of class specification for County Auditor – Legislative Board – (U)

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission met for a special meeting to update a specific job classification. The commission approved an amendment to the County Auditor job specification and directed staff to notify the appointing authority.

• Approved amendment of County Auditor – Legislative Board – (U) job specification

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors is holding a hybrid meeting on April 27, 2023, at 10:00 am. The agenda includes approving the consent agenda (previous minutes and financials), receiving a financial claims update from USI, discussing the wellness plan task force, and considering other potential municipalities. Old and new business, as well as future agenda items and board member concerns, are also on the agenda.

• Approval of consent agenda (previous minutes and financials)
• USI financial claims update
• Wellness plan task force discussion
• Other potential municipalities
• Old business, new business, and future agenda items

Community Services Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Community Services Board. The agenda includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from the director, finance, and subcommittees. Unfinished business includes a bylaws update, and new business involves a citizen article for the board.

• Review of March 23 meeting minutes
• Director’s report
• Financial reports
• Bylaws update (unfinished business)
• Citizen article for the CSB (new business)

The April 27, 2023, meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission is meeting to review ongoing projects and operations. Key items include authorizing the fill of a vacant Agricultural Museum Aide position, updates on Emerson Park projects (amphitheater, Whitebridge Road, Deauville Island Shelter), and reports from the Ag Museum and Sterling Nature Center. The commission will also discuss trail maintenance and seasonal staffing.

• Authorization to fill vacant Agricultural Museum Aide position
• Amphitheater project funding under internal review with Planning Department
• Whitebridge Road Phase 2 DOT permit plans under review
• Deauville Island Shelter replacement proposal submitted to ARPA committee
• Seasonal positions mostly filled; still hiring cleaners and lifeguards

The Commission approved using a Sourcewell design/build solution for the replacement of the Deauville Island Shelter. The body also approved the March meeting minutes and authorized filling a vacant Agricultural Museum Aide position.

• Approved authorization to fill vacant Agricultural Museum Aide position
• Approved use of Sourcewell design/build solution for Deauville Island Shelter replacement
• Approved March Parks Commission meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and claims, reviewing a fee scale, and receiving updates on vacancies, the WIC program, and the Bike Wheelsport Program. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of claims
• Fee scale review
• WIC program update
• Bike Wheelsport Program update
• Vacancy updates

The Board of Health approved the 2023 fee scale, which includes adjustments based on federal poverty guidelines and vaccine costs. The Board also approved the March 28, 2023 meeting minutes and various financial claims.

• Approved 2023 Health Department Fee Scale (unanimous)
• Approved claims with warrant dates 03/09/2023 and 03/23/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved credit card statements dated 03/01/2023 and 03/15/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Community Services Board's Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to review and approve prior meeting minutes, hear a director's report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. The agenda is largely procedural, with agency reports from local behavioral health providers and follow-up on reporting templates as the main substantive items.

• Review and approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, PROs/Unity House
• Follow-up on reporting agencies list and agency reporting template

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the November 9, 2022, meeting. The committee discussed the rollout of Daytime Mobile Crisis to law enforcement and the need to recruit a new subcommittee chair.

• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to review two local actions: a site plan for a furnace rebuild in the Town of Sennett and a local law regarding solar amendments in the Town of Owasco. The committee will decide whether these actions have intermunicipal concerns and may recommend approval, disapproval, or request more information. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Town of Sennett – Site Plan – Furnace Rebuild
• Town of Owasco – Local Law – Solar Amendment
• Review of minutes from March 16, 2023 meeting

The GML 239-l, m, & n Review Committee recommended approval for a furnace rebuild site plan in the Town of Sennett and a solar amendment local law in the Town of Owasco. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes (All vote AYE)
• Recommended approval of Town of Sennett Site Plan – Furnace Rebuild (All vote AYE)
• Approved Town of Owasco Local Law – Solar Amendment as a matter of local concern (All vote AYE)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing resolutions on a Cold War veteran property tax exemption, a one-year contract for foreclosure legal work, and several department updates. The committee will also consider multiple personnel actions and contracts across county departments.

• Resolution 4-23-WM-1: Authorizes a one-year contract with Speno & Macleod for foreclosure legal work (May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024).
• Resolution 4-23-WM-2: Adopts a local law granting a 15% real property tax exemption for Cold War veterans, up to $9,000 (or $30,000 for disabled veterans).
• Resolution 4-23-WM-3: Sets a public hearing date for a tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers.
• Resolution 4-23-WM-4: Authorizes payment of Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus to qualified employees.
• Resolution 4-23-JP-2: Authorizes a contract with Offender Watch for a digital sex offender management platform.

The committee approved a real property tax exemption for Cold War Veterans and scheduled a public hearing for a volunteer firefighter and ambulance worker tax exemption. Other key actions included authorizing a legal contract for county foreclosure work and approving health care worker bonuses.

• Approved legal agreement with Speno & Macleod for county foreclosure work (all in favor)
• Adopted local law for Cold War Veterans real property tax exemption (all in favor)
• Fixed public hearing date for volunteer firefighter and ambulance worker tax exemption (all in favor)
• Authorized Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus payments (all in favor)
• Approved $60,000 of ARPA Funds for Homeless Outreach and Advocacy (all in favor)
• Approved contract with Offender Watch for sex offender management (all in favor)
• Approved contract with Rapiscan Systems for metal detector and bag scanner (all in favor)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement for Cayuga Community College Part Time Faculty (all in favor)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water & Sewer Authority Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, review financial reports including accounts payable and reconciliation, and receive updates on current projects and operations. The agenda includes reports from the director, water operations, county infrastructure, and committees, as well as legal and personnel updates. This is a regular business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 22, March 29, and April 5, 2023
• Accounts payable reports for April 19, 2023
• Reconciliation report for March 1-31, 2023
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.) update
• Genesee Street Project (Cayuga Milk Ingredients) update

The Board approved several payments and the reconciliation of checking accounts for March 31, 2023. Members also voted to maintain the distribution of monthly financial reports and approved new committee assignments. The Board discussed ongoing infrastructure projects and the Milk Plant expansion.

• Approved payment of bills, including $1,685.00 to Siewert Equipment and $92.67 to Raby’s Home Center (Unanimous)
• Approved checking account reconciliations for March 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved continuing the distribution of monthly financial reports to the BOD (Unanimous)
• Approved all committee assignments (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 22, March 29, and April 5, 2023 (Unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding its regular business meeting to approve minutes, adopt or amend civil service rules, certify eligible lists, and handle various personnel actions. The agenda includes establishing, extending, and expiring eligible lists, adopting and amending class specifications, and reviewing reclassification requests and appeals. It is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions.

• Adoption of Rules Change by NYS Civil Service
• Establishment of eligible lists for Account Clerk Typist, Computer Systems Technician, Custodian, Public Information Officer
• Extension of eligible lists for Audit Clerk, Sheriff Custody Lieutenant, Supervising Emergency Services Dispatcher
• Adoption of Class Specification for Principal Account Clerk II – Social Services
• Abolish Records Retention Clerk position #3698 and Senior Typist position #2126

The Commission approved several permanent appointments and updated job specifications for multiple departments. It also extended four eligible lists and expired four others, while abolishing two clerk positions.

• Approved permanent appointments for 8 positions across HR, Mental Health, Public Health, Social Services, and Weights & Measures
• Extended eligible lists for Audit Clerk, Sheriff Custody Lieutenant, and two Supervising Emergency Services Dispatcher roles
• Expired eligible lists for Computer Systems Technician, Custodian, and three Director of Facilities roles
• Adopted job specification for Principal Account Clerk II in Social Services
• Amended job specifications for Deputy HR Administrator, Human Services Examiners, WIC Program Coordinator, and Director of Community Health Services
• Approved new position duties statements for 9 roles including Staff Social Worker and Nutritionist
• Approved two reclassification requests from the Office for the Aging
• Abolished Records Retention Clerk (#3698) and Senior Typist (#2126) positions

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee is meeting to review and discuss the Local Services Plan and hear agency reports. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and updates from multiple service providers.

• Review and approval of March 2023 minutes
• Discussion of the Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, and Unity House
• Director’s report

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the March 2, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on the Local Services Plan delay and the rollout of Daytime Mobile Crisis services. No new business was discussed.

• Approved March 2, 2023 minutes

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will hear updates from county departments, including the Board of Elections on new voting machines, IT projects, and Veterans Affairs. They will also consider three resolutions: pension reporting for elected officials, amending the emergency closing policy, and approving a collective bargaining agreement for part-time faculty at Cayuga Community College.

• Resolution 4-23-GO-1: Pension reporting for elected and appointed officials
• Resolution 4-23-GO-2: Amending the Cayuga County Emergency Closing Policy
• Resolution 4-23-GO-3: Approving collective bargaining agreement for Cayuga Community College part-time faculty (Sept 1, 2016 – Aug 31, 2024)
• Board of Elections: plan to purchase new voting machines, initial selection to be discussed in May
• IT: completed MUNIS upgrade, Office365 migration, and cybersecurity training plan

The Government Operations Committee approved a collective bargaining agreement for Cayuga Community College part-time faculty and two other resolutions. The committee also authorized a resolution to rescind a section of the Policy Manual to be brought before Ways & Means.

• Approved March 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to bring a request to rescind Section 49 of the Policy Manual to Ways & Means (unanimous)
• Approved 4-23-GO-1 Pension Reporting Resolution for Elected and Appointed Officials (passed, Pecher opposed)
• Approved 4-23-GO-2 Amending the Cayuga County Emergency Closing Policy (unanimous)
• Approved 4-23-GO-3 Collective Bargaining Agreement for Cayuga Community College Part Time Faculty Association (unanimous)

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will vote on three resolutions: filling a senior assistant district attorney vacancy, contracting with OffenderWatch for sex offender management ($3,059/year), and purchasing a metal detector and bag scanner for the county office building ($54,279.06 from ARPA funds). The committee will also receive updates from the 911 center, assigned counsel, fire/EMO, probation, and sheriff's office.

• Resolution 4-23-JP-1: Authorizes filling a Sr. Assistant District Attorney vacancy due to retirement
• Resolution 4-23-JP-2: Contract with OffenderWatch for sex offender digital platform at $3,059/year for five years
• Resolution 4-23-JP-3: Purchase and install metal detector and bag scanner at Cayuga County Office Building for $54,279.06 using ARPA funds
• Sheriff reports 166 incarcerated individuals, deployment of 5 body-worn cameras, and partnership for farm equipment road safety campaign
• Assigned Counsel reports 59 arraignments in March with $9,690 in attorney costs from ILS grant

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee approved contracts for a digital sex offender management platform and the installation of a metal detector and bag scanner at the County Office Building. The committee also authorized the District Attorney to fill a full-time Senior Assistant District Attorney vacancy.

• Approved resolution 4-23-JP-1 to fill FT Sr. Assistant District Attorney vacancy (all in favor)
• Approved resolution 4-23-JP-2 to contract with Offender Watch for sex offender management (all in favor)
• Approved resolution 4-23-JP-3 to contract with Rapiscan Systems for a metal detector and bag scanner at the County Office Building (all in favor)
• Approved March 21, 2023 minutes (all in favor)

Public Works Committee

The Cayuga County Public Works Committee is considering resolutions to fill four Motor Equipment Operator positions in the Highway Department and one part-time Museum Aide at the Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum. The agenda also includes updates on water/sewer infrastructure, parks projects, and building maintenance.

• Authorization to fill Motor Equipment Operator Heavy position (PC #3056) in Highway Department
• Authorization to fill three Motor Equipment Operator Medium positions (PC #2409, #2430, #2475) in Highway Department
• Authorization to fill one part-time Museum Aide at Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum ($15.00/hour)
• CCWSA updates: sewer infrastructure funding for Aurelius Industrial Development Park, Cayuga Lake Protection Plan, and second water connection to City of Auburn at North Street
• Emerson Park: Amphitheater project funding under review, Deauville Island Shelter replacement proposed to ARPA committee

The committee approved authorizations to fill four Motor Equipment Operator positions in the Highway Department and one part-time Museum Aide vacancy. The remainder of the meeting consisted of departmental updates regarding water, sewer, buildings, and parks.

• Approved filling Motor Equipment Operator Heavy position (4-23-PW-1)
• Approved filling Motor Equipment Operator Medium position (4-23-PW-2)
• Approved filling Motor Equipment Operator Medium position (4-23-PW-3)
• Approved filling Motor Equipment Operator Medium position (4-23-PW-4)
• Approved filling one Part Time Museum Aide vacancy at Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum (4-23-PW-5)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to hear a presentation on manure recommendations for crop uptake and environmental risk, and to discuss the Cayuga Lake TMDL. The agenda includes reports from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations, but no formal votes or decisions are listed.

• Presentation by Kirsten Workman on manure recommendations
• Discussion of Cayuga Lake TMDL
• Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, and Solid Waste
• Lake association reports for Cayuga, Cross, Duck, Lake Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco, and Skaneateles Lakes
• Partner reports from CNYRPDB, NYSDEC, FLI/FL-PRISM, and The Nature Conservancy

The agency approved the creation of a draft letter to local and state representatives requesting that the NYSDEC complete the Cayuga Lake TMDL. The board also accepted the minutes from the March 2, 2023 meeting.

• Approved motion for Michele Wunderlich to draft a letter regarding the Cayuga Lake TMDL for May meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes as written (Unanimous)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority board is meeting to discuss several items, including a project or expansion on Genesee Street, the authority's master plan, and a Cayuga Lake Protection Plan related to Honoco Road. The agenda also includes new business and a director's report. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Genesee Street project/expansion discussion
• Master Plan discussion
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road)
• New Business
• Director's Report (Karl Rindfleisch)

The Board unanimously approved a motion to bid for supplies for phase one of the Genesee Street project. Members discussed plans for a Fair Haven flushing station and ongoing coordination with the DEC regarding the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan on Honoco Road.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved bidding for supplies for phase one of the Genesee St. project (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment into executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee is meeting to review minutes, hear agency and director reports, and discuss new business including warm weather events. The agenda is largely procedural with one substantive item.

• Agency Report Q&A
• Director’s Report
• New Business: Warm Weather Events

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the March 1, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports regarding opioid settlement funds, grant applications for homelessness and therapy certifications, and upcoming community health events.

• Approved March 1, 2023, minutes

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Water & Sewer Authority Board approved a separation of employment agreement for the Deputy Director. The agreement includes four weeks of pay and 2.5 days of personal/vacation time. The board also held a brief discussion regarding a vacant board position.

• Approved separation agreement for Deputy Director including four weeks of pay and 2.5 days of personal/vacation time (5-0)

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health is meeting to approve claims, hear department updates, and discuss environmental health items including hearing and consent orders, updates on WSRRs, and phosphorus removal in septic systems. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of claims
• WIC program update
• Lead program update
• Hearing and consent orders
• Phosphorus removal in septic systems

The Board approved several administrative claims and consent orders. Members also voted to support a state proposal for limited licensure for local health departments that are Article 36 LHCSAs.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved claims with warrant dates 02/09/2023 and 02/23/2023 and credit card statements 01/29/2023 and 02/15/2023
• Approved motion to write a letter of support for the state proposal regarding limited licensure for local health departments that are Article 36 LHCSAs
• Approved hearings and consent orders for Dolgencorp of New York, Inc. (Moravia), Cerchia Property (Cato), Bisson Property (Cato), and Begley Property (Cato)

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors is meeting to approve previous minutes and financials, receive updates on financial claims from USI and utilization/clinical review from Excellus BCBS, and discuss a wellness attestation form under new business. The agenda is largely routine oversight with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of consent agenda (previous minutes and financials)
• USI financial claims update
• Excellus BCBS utilization/clinical review
• New business: wellness attestation form

Community Services Board

The Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, minutes review, and financial reports, as well as a public comment period. Key discussion items include the use of opioid settlement funds and planning a 'Think Tank' for the remainder of the year.

• Public comment by JoLynn Mulholland from CHAD and CCHN
• Discussion of Opioid Settlement Funds under unfinished business
• New business: 'Think Tank' for the remainder of the year
• Subcommittee reports on Mental Health, PWDD, Alcohol and Substance Use, and By-laws workgroup

The Board approved the minutes from the February 23, 2023, meeting. The Director reported that daytime mobile crisis services will roll out in April following the hiring of two social workers and a care manager. A presentation was given regarding the Cayuga Onondaga BOCES Criminal Justice Peer Survey.

• Approved February 23, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approved agenda change to move Communications before Director's report

Planning Board

The Cayuga County Planning Board is meeting to approve minutes from a prior session, discuss countywide planning updates, review the GML 239-l, m & n Committee minutes, and receive an update on the County Solid Waste Management Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting
• Review of GML 239-l, m & n Committee minutes
• County Solid Waste Management Plan update

The board approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates on countywide planning projects and local status reports from various towns and villages.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (All AYE)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, review financial reports including the FY22 audit, and receive updates on water and sewer operations. They will also discuss infrastructure projects such as the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan, Genesee Street Project, and North Street Connection, along with committee reports and legal matters.

• Approval of minutes from February 15 and March 1, 2023
• Financial reconciliation reports for February 1-28, 2023
• FY22 audit review
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Genesee Street Project (Cayuga Milk Ingredients)

The Board approved the FY22 Finance Report and authorized a grant application for the IDA milk plant line. The Board also approved bills and account reconciliations. Discussions were held regarding the Genesee Street project and potential USDA funding.

• Approved FY22 Finance Report (unanimous)
• Approved Mark Colopy to apply for Great Northern Border Committee grant for IDA/Milk plant line (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills, including $2,740.00 to Mark Colopy (unanimous)
• Approved checking account reconciliations for February 28, 2023 and first quarter (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2023 and March 1, 2023 (unanimous)

Ways & Means Committee

The committee will set a public hearing for April 25 on a local law creating a real property tax exemption for Cold War veterans. The exemption would cover 15% of assessed value up to $9,000, with additional disability-related relief, and would have no 10-year limit. The committee also receives updates on tax collection, foreclosure, and staffing shortages in several county departments.

• Public hearing set for April 25 on Cold War veteran property tax exemption (15% of assessed value, up to $9,000)
• Tax-foreclosed property auction scheduled June 13–23, 2023 via Auctions International
• Authorization to purchase three vehicles for Social Services and one for Health Department
• Contracts for preschool special education services, mental health counseling, and jail substance abuse/peer counseling services
• Authorization to fill multiple vacant positions including Real Property Clerk, Human Services Examiner, and Food Service Helper

The Ways & Means Committee approved a request for State Home Rule Legislation to extend an additional 1% sales tax until November 30, 2026. The committee also authorized legal services for HR and labor negotiations and set a public hearing for a Cold War Veterans tax exemption.

• Approved request for State Home Rule Legislation to extend 1% sales tax to Nov 30, 2026 (all in favor)
• Approved agreement with Bond Schoeneck & King for HR and labor legal services 2023-2025 (all in favor)
• Approved fixing day and notice of public hearing for Cold War Veterans real property tax exemption (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of one vehicle for Health Department and three for Social Services (all in favor)
• Approved $10,417 in matching funds for Lake Ontario Regional Dredging Management Plan (all in favor)
• Approved filling one Full Time Records Retention Specialist position (all in favor)
• Approved contract with Nick Colas for Owasco Lake Watershed SWAT Model (all in favor except Strong)
• Approved multiple bundles of contracts for public health, social services, public works, and public safety (all in favor)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission is meeting to vote on February and March resolutions, including salary adjustments, filling positions, and a letter of support for the snowmobile association. They will also discuss park development projects, including land sales in Throop and Aurelius, and updates on Emerson Park, the Ag Museum, and Sterling Nature Center.

• Resolutions to adjust Deputy Director salary and fill maintenance, typist, and museum positions
• Discussion of land sales for parks and trails in Throop and Aurelius
• Emerson Park projects: amphitheater funding, Whitebridge road plans, Deauville Island shelter replacement
• Contract with Trowbridge Wolf Michaels for Merry-Go-Round theater entrance plaza rehab
• Sterling Nature Center construction start pushed to May 1, completion by Oct 15

The Commission approved several February and March resolutions regarding personnel salaries and hiring. The board also authorized a letter of support for the Friends of Sterling to apply for a furniture grant for the new nature center facility.

• Approved salary and grade adjustment for Deputy Director of Parks & Trails
• Approved authorization to fill FT Building Maintenance Mechanic position
• Approved authorization to fill PT Typist position
• Approved funding for part-time salary budget at the Agricultural Museum
• Approved letter of support for Cayuga County Snowmobile Association
• Approved drafting a letter of support for Friends of Sterling furniture grant

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will vote on five resolutions: a $9,329.96 service agreement with LINSTAR for security equipment, authorization for vehicle repair agreements with updated labor rates, purchase of a Volvo L90H loader for up to $152,382, hiring seasonal highway workers at $17/hour, and mowing contracts with nine towns totaling up to $50,613. Department updates include parking expansion at the Mental Health Building, roof replacements, and various parks and trail projects.

• Authorization to enter into a $9,329.96 service agreement with LINSTAR for security equipment (printers, cameras, card readers)
• Purchase of a Volvo L90H Loader for up to $152,382 per NYS OGS contract
• Authorization to hire seasonal highway workers at $17/hour for brush removal, flagging, and road maintenance
• Mowing contracts with nine towns (Aurelius, Locke, Moravia, Niles, Sennett, Springport, Sterling, Summer Hill, Venice) at $300 per centerline mile, total up to $50,613
• Parking expansion at Mental Health Building from 12 to 23 spots completed; pergola removal under consideration

The committee approved several authorizations for the Highway Department, including equipment purchases and summer hiring. A service agreement for security equipment with LINSTAR was also approved.

• Approved security equipment service agreement with LINSTAR (all in favor)
• Approved authorization for vehicle repair agreements (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of Highway Equipment (all in favor)
• Approved hiring of summer help employees for Highway Department (all in favor)
• Approved agreement for towns to mow on County roads (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from February 14, 2023 (all in favor)

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee is reviewing department updates and 11 resolutions covering jail services, 911 equipment, and emergency planning. Key items include a $84,113 grant-funded 911 recorder replacement, agreements for jail substance abuse and peer counseling services, and adoption of the county's Continuity of Operations Plan. The committee will vote on these items for full Legislature approval.

• Resolution 3-23-JP-2: $84,113 for new 911 recorder, funded by SIEC grant
• Resolution 3-23-JP-6: Agreement with CHAD for jail substance abuse services
• Resolution 3-23-JP-4: Adopt amended COOP Volumes I and II
• Resolution 3-23-JP-10: Extend Trinity Services food contract for jail
• Resolution 3-23-JP-3: $8,800-$10,800 for DA office carpet replacement

The committee approved several agreements for substance abuse and peer counseling services at the county jail. It also adopted an amended Continuity of Operations Plan and authorized new equipment for the 911 Center. Other actions included approving office carpeting for the District Attorney and filling a STOP-DWI Coordinator position.

• Approved agreement with Goodwill of the Finger Lakes for suicide hotline assistance (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of new recorder for Cayuga County 911 Center (all in favor)
• Approved installation of new carpeting in District Attorney’s Office (all in favor)
• Adopted amended Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Volumes I and II (all in favor)
• Approved title changes within the Probation Department (all in favor)
• Approved jail service agreements with CHAD, Liberty Resources, and Nick's Ride 4 Friends (all in favor)
• Approved US Border Patrol access to three E911 law enforcement channels (all in favor)
• Extended food services agreement with Trinity Services Group Inc. for the jail (all in favor)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding a business meeting and public hearing. The commission will vote on amendments to civil service rules, establish multiple eligible lists for various job titles, amend class specifications, and review new position duty statements. It will also consider several communications, including requests to remove candidates and waive probation periods. The meeting is largely routine administrative business, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on controversial matters listed.

• Amendment of Civil Service Rules: Amendment of Appendices
• Establishment of 11 eligible lists including Day Care Specialist, Sheriff Custody Officer, and Public Health Assistant
• Amendment of class specifications for Grant Manager, Public Health Nurse, and Probation Director A (tabled from February)
• New position duties for Senior Clerk, Deputy Town Highway Superintendent (Town of Fleming), and Laborer (Village of Union Springs)
• Request from Sheriff's Department to remove candidates per Civil Service Law 50.4

The Commission adopted resolutions to revise its Rules and Appendices and approved several job specification amendments. The board also certified numerous permanent appointments across multiple county departments and established 11 new eligible lists.

• Adopted resolutions revising Commission Rules and Appendices
• Approved permanent appointments for 31 employees across various departments
• Established 11 new eligible lists for positions including Day Care Specialist and Sheriff Custody Officer
• Expired eligible lists for Health Home Care Manager, Index and Recording Clerk, Records Retention Clerk, and WIC Assistant
• Amended job specifications for Grant Manager (2-1), Public Health Nurse, and Library Assistant
• Amended job specifications for Probation Director A, Probation Officer II, and Probation Supervisor I
• Tabled amendment of Director of Community Health Services job specification
• Approved new position duties statements for six roles, including Deputy Town Highway Superintendent for Town of Fleming

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will review the minutes from its January 19, 2023 meeting and consider a site plan for a school in the Town of Ira. The committee will decide whether the action has intermunicipal concerns, recommend approval (with or without changes), recommend disapproval, or request more information.

• Review of minutes from January 19, 2023 meeting
• Town of Ira – Site Plan – School

The GML 239-l, m, & n Review Committee approved the minutes from January 19, 2023. The committee determined that a proposed school site plan in the Town of Ira has no intermunicipal concerns.

• Approved January 19, 2023 minutes (All AYE)
• Determined Town of Ira school site plan is of local concern only, with a requirement to verify building and driveway placement are outside the State Wetland Checkzone (All AYE)

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Community Services Board's Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to review and approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comments, receive the Director's Report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Agency reports from several behavioral health providers will be reviewed, and old business includes follow-up on reporting agencies and the subcommittee chair. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Mental Health Task Force update
• Agency reports from Behavioral Health Unit, Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, PROs/Unity House

The March 16, 2023, meeting of the Mental Health Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is meeting to review and approve prior meeting minutes, discuss the Local Services Plan, and hear reports from agencies serving people with developmental disabilities. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public comment period.

• Review and approval of November 3, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, Unity House
• Director's report

The People with Developmental Disabilities Sub-Committee approved the minutes from November 3, 2022. The meeting primarily consisted of agency reports regarding staffing, facility renovations, and service updates. No new business was discussed.

• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will consider a resolution to fill a vacant Full Time Records Retention Specialist position due to a retirement. The committee will also receive updates from several county departments, including elections, IT, and veterans services.

• Resolution 3-23-GO-1: Authorizes filling one Full Time Records Retention Specialist (Position Control No. 9259, CSEA Grade 9, salary $39,192 probation / $42,825 Step 4)
• Board of Elections: 14 new registrations, 127 address changes, 34 party changes, 23 name changes, 334 other changes, 132 incomplete requests
• IT: 373 support tickets created, 90% resolved, average resolution time 1.1 hours
• IT: MUNIS upgrade from v2019 to v2021, network infrastructure cutover planned late March
• Veterans: assisted with 71 actions, transported veterans to 40 appointments at Syracuse VAMC

The Government Operations Committee approved the filling of one full-time Records Retention Specialist position following a retirement. The meeting also included departmental updates regarding new voting machine procurement and IT infrastructure upgrades.

• Approved February 8, 2023 minutes (all in favor)
• Authorized filling one full-time Records Retention Specialist position (all in favor)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to approve its 2023 Work Plan and receive status reports from various working groups. The agenda includes updates from county departments, local lake associations, and state partners. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of the 2023 Work Plan
• Reports from WQMA Priorities Working Groups on Invasive Species, Nutrient and Sediment, and Communication
• Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, and Soil and Water Conservation departments
• Reports from Cayuga Lake, Owasco Lake, Skaneateles Lake, and other local water bodies
• Updates from NYSDEC Great Lakes Program and The Nature Conservancy

The Water Quality Management Agency accepted the minutes from February 2, 2023, and approved the 2023 Work Plan with several amendments. The amendments focused on stormwater communication, flooding resources, and lake level presentations.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved amended 2023 WQMA Work Plan (unanimous)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water & Sewer Authority board is meeting to discuss several projects and administrative items. The agenda includes updates on the Genesee Street project/expansion, the master plan, and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan for Honoco Road, along with new business and a directors' report.

• Genesee Street project/expansion discussion
• Master Plan update
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road) discussion
• Aflac supplemental insurance as new business
• Directors' report by Karl Rindfleisch and Jennifer Schenck

The Board authorized a payment of up to $5,000 for a BOCES engineer to review a utility easement request. Additionally, the Board approved switching insurance agents and offering voluntary supplemental, dental, and vision insurance to employees.

• Approved payment to BOCES Engineer (C & S Engineers) not to exceed $5,000 for utility easement review (Unanimous)
• Approved switching insurance agents to ABC Advanced Business Consultant (Approved; Andrew Rindfleisch recused)
• Approved offering supplemental, dental, and vision insurance as a voluntary option for employees (Approved; Andrew Rindfleisch recused)

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

This is the regular meeting of the Cayuga County Community Services Board's Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including call to order, public comment, minutes review, agency and director reports, old and new business, announcements, and adjournment. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Public to be Heard
• Review Minutes
• Agency Report Q&A
• Director's Report
• Old and New Business

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022, meeting. Members received agency updates regarding court caseloads, OTP development delays, and DWI arrests. The committee also reviewed a peer survey of 105 BOCES students.

• Approved November 2, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health is meeting to approve claims and minutes, receive program updates, and discuss several public health items. Key actions include nominating a new board member, reviewing WIC formula changes, and discussing environmental health matters such as hearing and consent orders and a lead rental registry proposal.

• Approval of claims
• Nomination of new Board of Health member
• WIC formula changes
• Hearing and consent orders
• NYS Lead Rental Registry proposal

The Board nominated Dr. Dorothy Ainsworth to a vacant seat and approved a new slate of officers. Members also supported the creation of a deputy director position and the strengthening of local tobacco enforcement laws.

• Approved minutes from January 24, 2023 meeting
• Approved claims dated 01/26/2023 and 02/09/2023
• Nominated Dr. Dorothy Ainsworth to the vacant Board seat
• Approved slate of officers: Dr. John Cosachov (President), Dr. Cassandra Archer (Vice President), and Ms. Elane Daly (Secretary)
• Supported the creation of a deputy director position
• Approved hearing and consent orders for nine properties
• Supported County Attorney's office in updating local law to strengthen ATUPA enforcement

Community Services Board

The Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, financial reports, and committee updates, plus discussion of bylaws and the nominating committee's reappointments.

• Review of January 26 minutes
• Director's report
• Financial reports
• Subcommittee reports: Mental Health, PWDD, Alcohol and Substance Use
• Discussion of bylaws and nominating committee reappointments

The board approved the minutes from the January 26, 2023, meeting. No other substantive decisions were made, as subcommittees lacked a quorum and there was no new or unfinished business.

• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission will vote on February and March resolutions covering salary adjustments, filling positions, and a letter of support for the snowmobile association. The meeting also includes updates on park projects, including the Amphitheater, Deauville Island, and trail work.

• Adjust grade and salary of Deputy Director of Parks & Trails
• Authorize filling FT Building Maintenance Mechanic and PT Typist positions
• Authorize letter of support for Cayuga County Snowmobile Association
• Fund part-time salary budget at Agricultural Museum
• Contract with Trowbridge Wolf Michaels Landscape Architects for Merry-Go-Round theater entrance plaza rehab

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, receive the Director's Report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Agency reports from several behavioral health providers will be reviewed, and old business includes follow-up on reporting templates. The agenda is largely routine oversight and planning.

• Review and approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Agency reports from Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, PROs/Unity House, Hillside, Liberty Resources
• Follow-up on reporting agencies list and agency reporting template

The February 16, 2023 meeting of the Mental Health Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing a series of resolutions covering agency contracts, tax foreclosure auction services, and staffing approvals. Department updates highlight ongoing tax collection, property processing, and recruitment efforts. The committee will also consider a resolution opposing a state budget proposal that would return foreclosure excess funds to property owners, which the county says would have a negative fiscal impact.

• Resolution 2-23-WM-1 authorizes contracts with agencies including $855,000 for tourism and $777,000 for soil and water conservation
• Resolution 2-23-WM-2 extends the contract with Auctions International for real property auction services through 2023
• Resolution 2-23-WM-3 cancels $270.50 in penalties and interest on a Fleming property
• Resolution 2-23-WM-4 authorizes filling a Real Property Clerk position in the Treasurer's Office
• Resolution 2-23-WM-5 amends salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees for 2022

The committee approved numerous resolutions to fill vacancies across county departments, including the Sheriff's Office and Health Department. Key infrastructure decisions included approving roof replacements for the Hardenberg and Public Safety buildings and extending a contract for real property auction services.

• Approved extension of contract with Auctions International, Inc. for Real Property Auction Services
• Approved cancellation of $270.50 in penalties and interest for Tax Map Numbers 144.00-1-33.111 in Town of Fleming
• Authorized hiring of a Real Property Clerk in the Treasurer’s Office
• Approved salary adjustments for Non-Bargaining Employees for 2022
• Approved purchase of seven new marked patrol vehicles and one used undercover vehicle for the Sheriff's Office
• Approved reroofing of the Public Safety Building and two sections of the Hardenberg Building
• Approved a 3% raise for the County Clerk for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years of the 2024-2027 term
• Authorized the creation and filling of a Public Health Engineer position

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board is meeting to approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes, review financial reconciliation reports, and receive updates on water operations, sewer district operations, and infrastructure projects. The board will also discuss committee assignments, check signatures, and set the standard workday. This is a routine business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 18 and February 1, 2023
• Financial reconciliation reports for January 1-31, 2023
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Genesee Street Project (Cayuga Milk Ingredients)
• North Street Connection

The Board approved the SEQR resolution for the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan and authorized several legal agreements, including an easement with Weedsport Speedway. The Board also approved a one-year maintenance contract for the Fair Haven sewer district and hired the law firm Boyle and Code.

• Approved Cayuga Lake Protection Plan SEQR as lead agency (unanimous)
• Approved hiring law firm Boyle and Code (unanimous)
• Approved one-year operation and maintenance agreement with Jay Sawyer for Fair Haven sewer district (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to sign easement agreement with Weedsport Speedway including a $5,000 water bill credit (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to sign statement of federal interests for Cayuga County IDA sewer line (unanimous)
• Designated Susan Phillips as CCWSA Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved standard work week of 40 hours for full-time and 6-hour days for part-time employees (unanimous)
• Approved bank resolution for check signatures (unanimous)

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will consider 16 resolutions covering 911 generator maintenance, emergency management grants, probation contracts, and sheriff's office purchases including seven new patrol vehicles. Department heads will also report on jail population, body-worn cameras, and staffing.

• 3-year Penn Power Systems generator maintenance renewal, $29,880 total
• Accept $35,176 EMPG, $75,000 EOCGP, $15,789 HMEP grants
• Purchase 7 marked patrol vehicles and 1 used undercover vehicle
• Fill 2 deputy sheriff and seasonal marine patrol positions
• Contract with Galls, LLC for custody and patrol uniforms

The committee approved several resolutions to upgrade public safety equipment, including seven new marked patrol vehicles and one used undercover vehicle. It also authorized the acceptance of four New York State emergency management and homeland security grants. Additionally, the committee approved staffing fills for the Sheriff's Office and Probation Department.

• Approved purchase of 7 new marked patrol vehicles and 1 used undercover vehicle
• Approved 4 NYS grants for emergency management, EOC technology, hazmat equipment, and terrorism prevention
• Approved 3-year renewal with Penn Power Systems for generator maintenance
• Approved filling 2 vacant Deputy Sheriff positions and seasonal Marine Patrol positions
• Approved filling one part-time Clerk position in the Probation Department
• Approved contract with Galls, LLC for custody and patrol uniforms
• Approved salary increase for the Cayuga County Jail Physician
• Approved extension of Lexis Nexis electronic law library agreement for the jail

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review and vote on several resolutions, including authorizing a contract for the next phase of the County Office Building feasibility study (estimated $35M renovation option), approving roof replacement contracts for the Hardenberg and Public Safety buildings, and filling multiple positions. The committee will also hear updates from departments on water/sewer, highways, parks, and buildings.

• Resolution 2-23-PW-1: Authorize agreement for County Office Building feasibility study (Option 2, $35M renovation)
• Resolution 2-23-PW-4: Reroof Hardenberg Building with WCA Roofing, $122,000 for drive-through removal
• Resolution 2-23-PW-5: Reroof Public Safety Building over 911 Center
• Resolution 2-23-PW-14: Fourth addendum to lease with City of Auburn
• Resolution 2-23-PW-12: Salary increase for Deputy Director, Parks and Trails

The committee approved several infrastructure projects, including reroofing the Hardenberg Building and Public Safety Building. It also authorized the filling of multiple highway and maintenance positions and approved a contract renewal with Bergmann Architects Engineers Planners.

• Approved reroofing of Hardenberg Building and Public Safety Building via WCA Roofing & Sheet Metal Co., Inc.
• Approved one-year renewal agreement with Bergmann Architects Engineers Planners
• Authorized Chair of the Legislature to award highway material bids
• Approved filling of Garage Manager and General Highway Supervisor positions
• Approved filling of full-time Building Maintenance Mechanic and part-time Typist positions
• Authorized removal of old bank drive-through at Hardenberg Building ($122,000)
• Approved salary increases for Parks and Trails Deputy Director and Agricultural Museum part-time budget
• Approved fourth Addendum to Lease Agreement with the City of Auburn

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee is meeting to review and approve the November 3, 2022 minutes, discuss the Local Services Plan, and hear reports from various agencies serving people with developmental disabilities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Review and approval of November 3, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, Unity House
• Director's report

The February 9, 2023 meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is meeting to discuss department updates and vote on eight resolutions, including a contract with Phoenix Graphics for election ballot printing, salary increases for Board of Elections staff, creating a Records Retention Administrator position, setting the County Clerk's salary, hiring a Code Enforcement Officer, and an IT agreement with BOCES. The agenda also includes updates from the Board of Elections, IT, and Veterans Services.

• Resolution 2-23-GO-1: Authorizes signing a contract with Phoenix Graphics for election ballot printing from Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2023.
• Resolution 2-23-GO-2: Increases salaries for two Deputy Commissioners to $54,383 and two Clerks to $22.56/hour.
• Resolution 2-23-GO-3: Creates and fills a Records Retention Administrator position (Grade 22, salary $52,153), abolishing the Records Retention Manager position.
• Resolution 2-23-GO-4: Sets County Clerk salary at $83,047 per year for 2024-2027.
• Resolution 2-23-GO-5: Authorizes advertising for a Code Enforcement Officer to serve the Village of Cato and county buildings.

The Government Operations Committee approved several administrative contracts and funding authorizations. The board also tabled a request for a Records Retention Administrator and referred the County Clerk's salary setting to the Ways & Means Committee.

• Approved contract with Phoenix Graphics Inc. for Board of Elections (all in favor)
• Approved salary increases for certain Board of Elections employees (all in favor)
• Approved advertising for a Code Enforcement Officer and contract authorization (all in favor)
• Approved one-year agreement with BOCES for IT network infrastructure software (all in favor)
• Approved management of NYS Joseph P. Dwyer Peer to Peer Veteran Support Program Funding (all in favor)
• Approved Rules of Order regarding Full Legislature Meeting time and Senior Citizens Day (all in favor)
• Tabled authorization to create and fill Records Retention Administrator (all in favor except Pecher)
• Referred County Clerk salary setting for 2024-2027 to Ways & Means (all in favor)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA) is meeting to consider a motion to become a partner of the Bob Brower Scientific Symposium. The agenda also includes routine updates from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations, as well as reports from working groups on priorities like invasive species and nutrient and sediment management.

• Motion to partner with Bob Brower Scientific Symposium
• Year End Report Approval
• 2023 Work Plan Reminder
• Reports from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, Solid Waste, Cornell Cooperative Extension, City of Auburn, and Town of Owasco
• Lake reports for Cayuga, Cross Lake/Seneca River, Duck Lake, Lake Como, Little Sodus Bay, Owasco Lake, and Skaneateles Lake

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water & Sewer Authority Board will hear a presentation from Boyle & Code with attorney Riccardo Galbato about a proposed pumping site at Long Point, as well as discuss the Genesee Street project/expansion, the Master Plan, and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road). The board will also receive a director's report and consider new business, including scheduling visits from Senator Rachel May and Mayor Quill.

• Presentation on proposed pumping site at Long Point
• Genesee Street project/expansion discussion
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Road) update
• Brochure & PowerPoint presentation
• Senator Rachel May and Mayor Quill attendance review

The Board discussed technical proposals for a pumping site at Long Point and the Cayuga Lake Protection Plan. Members reviewed the status of the Genesee Street expansion and the potential for a county-wide water district. No substantive votes were taken on projects or funding.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including reviewing minutes, hearing agency and director reports, and discussing old and new business. Key items include the Opiate Settlement Fund RFP and plans for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Review of Opiate Settlement Fund RFP
• Discussion of plans for 2023
• Public to be heard
• Agency report Q&A
• Director's report

The February 1, 2023, meeting of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Subcommittee was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding a special business meeting to review a new position duties statement for an Associate Planner in the Planning Department. The agenda includes roll call, the duties review, and adjournment.

• Review of Associate Planner position duties statement for Planning Department

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission approved a new position duties statement for an Associate Planner in the Planning Department. Staff were directed to notify the appointing authority of the decision.

• Approved New Position Duties Statement for Associate Planner – Planning Department

Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors

The Cayuga County Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors is meeting to approve the consent agenda (previous minutes and financials), elect officers for 2023, and receive a financial claims update from USI. They will also discuss the wellness plan and address old and new business.

• Election of officers for 2023
• USI financial claims update
• Wellness plan discussion
• Approval of consent agenda (minutes and financials)

Community Services Board

The Cayuga County Community Services Board is holding a regular meeting with roll call, minutes review, public comment, and reports from the director and subcommittees. They will discuss unfinished business including the opioid process and ongoing board training, and consider new business on the nominating committee and reappointments.

• Director's Report
• Financial Reports
• Opioid Process discussion
• Community Announcement
• Discussion for On-going Board Training

The Board approved the slates for appointments and reappointments to the CSB and its three subcommittees. The meeting also included a director's report regarding state aid distribution and mental health service updates.

• Approved December 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved ASA Subcommittee appointment/reappointments slate
• Approved PWDD Health Subcommittee appointment/reappointments slate
• Approved MH Health Subcommittee appointment/reappointments slate
• Approved CSB appointment slate
• Tabled discussion for On-going Board Training

Parks & Trails Commission

The Cayuga County Parks Commission will vote on several January resolutions, including a three-year kayak rental agreement with Owasco Paddles LLC, fee increases for boat slips and facility rentals, and a contract with Friends of Emerson Park for the 2023 EPIC Concert Series. They will also consider seasonal hiring and an agreement for design work at Emerson Park. The agenda includes updates on the Deauville Island redevelopment, trail projects, and the Agricultural Museum.

• Three-year license agreement with Owasco Paddles LLC for kayak/canoe rentals at Emerson Park
• Increase in boat slip rental fees at Emerson Park
• Increase in Parks & Trails facility rental rates
• Agreement with Friends of Emerson Park for 2023 EPIC Concert Series
• Suspension of daily parking fee and new parking fees for contracted events at Emerson Park

The Commission approved a $2.00 per ticket fee for the Rev Theatre and the creation of a reserve account for MGR Theater exterior maintenance. Members also supported changes to facility contract language. A proposal to support the Cayuga County Snowmobile Association was tabled.

• Approved $2.00 per ticket fee for Rev Theatre
• Approved creation of MGR Theater reserve account for exterior maintenance
• Approved changes to facility contract language
• Tabled letter of support for Cayuga County Snowmobile Association
• Approved November/December meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Cayuga County Board of Health is meeting to handle routine business, including approving claims and minutes, and receiving program updates from various directors. The board will also review officer nominations and policies, and discuss hearing and consent orders and a variance committee appointment.

• Approval of claims
• Review of officers and nominations for new officers
• Review of policies and member info
• Hearing and consent orders
• Variance committee appointment

The Board approved several environmental consent orders and revoked tobacco licenses for three smoke shops effective February 1, 2023. The Board also re-appointed a variance committee member and established primary and backup hearing officers. Additionally, a nominating committee was formed to fill a board vacancy following a resignation.

• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting
• Approved administrative claims and credit card statements
• Approved environmental consent orders for Bennetts Mobile Court, Aurora Inn, Petro Rentals, and Art Graf
• Revoked tobacco licenses for Auburn Express Smoke Shop, Auburn Express Smoke Shop Jr., and Panda Smoke and Vape effective 2/1/2023
• Approved hearing officer decisions for Dziuba Property, Powers Property, Whitford Airport, and Daphine’s Diner
• Re-appointed Kathy Gore to the variance committee
• Maintained Tim DiGiulio as primary hearing officer for a two-year contract
• Approved Michael McKeon as second hearing officer

General Municipal Law 239-l, m & n Review Committee

The Cayuga County GML 239-l, m & n Review Committee will meet to review local actions for potential intermunicipal or countywide impacts. Items include proposed local laws from the Towns of Owasco and Sennett regarding moratoriums on wind and solar projects, and a site plan amendment from the Town of Cato. The committee may decide whether each action has intermunicipal concerns, recommend approval or disapproval, or request more information.

• Town of Owasco – Local Law – Wind & Solar Moratorium Extension
• Town of Sennett – Local Law – Solar Moratorium
• Town of Cato – Site Plan – PDD Amendment
• Review of minutes from December 15, 2022 meeting

The Committee found no intermunicipal concerns regarding solar moratorium extensions in the Towns of Owasco and Sennett. A site plan amendment for a PDD in the Town of Cato was deferred pending additional documentation.

• Approved Town of Owasco Wind and Solar Moratorium Extension (All AYE)
• Approved Town of Sennett Solar Moratorium (All AYE)
• Deferred Town of Cato PDD Amendment site plan pending additional materials (All AYE)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (All AYE)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee will consider resolutions to fill several county positions, correct a tax error in the Town of Cato, and approve various contracts and fee changes, including for Emerson Park. The agenda also includes updates from the Real Property and Treasurer's offices, and a resolution to create a county Purchasing Department.

• Authorize filling Accountant, Senior HR Associate, and multiple health and social services positions
• Correct tax error in Town of Cato: remove $6,014.72 unpaid school tax line from parcel 71.00-1-55.12
• Increase boat slip rental fees and Parks & Trails facility rental rates at Emerson Park
• Approve 2023 paving list and surface treatment list for county highways
• Adopt local law creating Cayuga County Purchasing Department

The committee approved multiple resolutions to fill vacant positions across county departments, including finance, HR, and public health. It also authorized various service contracts for social services, public works, and public safety, and approved a sewer line easement on Eagle Drive.

• Approved filling Accountant and Senior HR Associate positions
• Approved correction of tax errors in the Town of Cato
• Approved 2023 paving and surface treatment lists
• Approved 3-year kayak/canoe rental agreement with Owasco Paddles, LLC at Emerson Park
• Approved increase in Emerson Park boat slip rental fees and facility rental rates
• Approved $270,714 Criminal Justice Discovery Reform funding plan
• Approved use of ARPA funds for emergency scene lighting and rehab vehicle equipment
• Approved sewer line easement along Eagle Drive for Cayuga County IDA

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from December 21, 2022 and January 4, 2023. They will review December 2022 reconciliation reports and hear updates on water operations, sewer district operations, and the county infrastructure master plan. The meeting is largely routine administrative business with project updates.

• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2022 and January 4, 2023
• Reconciliation reports for December 1-31, 2022
• Cayuga Lake Protection Plan (Honoco Rd.)
• Genesee Street Project (Cayuga Milk Ingredients)
• North Street Connection

The Board unanimously approved the Construction in Progress records for December 31, 2022, determining all projects are viable. The Board also approved the payment of bills, including charges for AT&T and Computer Outlet, and reconciled checking accounts.

• Approved payment of bills, including AT&T ($43.74) and Computer Outlet ($956.99) (Unanimous)
• Approved reconciliations of checking accounts for December 31, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved that Construction in Progress for December 31, 2022 remain as is (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda with additions for Town of Throop and year-end audit considerations (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 21, 2022 and January 4, 2023 (Unanimous)

Human Resources & Civil Services Commission

The Cayuga County Civil Service Commission is holding its regular business meeting. The agenda includes certifying eligible lists for deputy sheriff lieutenant, sheriff custody corporal, and sheriff custody sergeant, extending one list, and expiring several others. The commission will also consider amendments to class specifications, new position duty statements, exempt class reviews, and transfer requests.

• Certification of eligible lists: Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant (2022), Sheriff Custody Corporal (2022), Sheriff Custody Sergeant (2022)
• Extension of Motor Vehicle Cashier (2019) eligible list for 1 year
• Expiration of 9 eligible lists including Day Care Specialist, Highway Supervisor, and Safety Officer
• Amendment of class specifications for 6 positions including Building Maintenance Supervisor and WIC Program Coordinator
• New position duty statements for Motor Vehicle Operator (Union Springs Central School), ALS Technicians and EMTs (Village of Fair Haven), and Clerk (Village of Moravia)

The Commission approved several new position duties statements and amended job specifications for various county roles. The board also updated eligible lists for employment and accepted exempt classification reviews for several municipal positions.

• Approved new position duties for WIC Program Coordinator, Motor Vehicle Operator, and EMT roles
• Amended job specifications for Building Maintenance Supervisor, Director of Administrative Services, and others
• Appointed Commissioner Sherman as Chairperson
• Extended eligible list for Motor Vehicle Cashier (2019)
• Expired 9 eligible lists, including Day Care Specialist and Highway Supervisor
• Accepted exempt classification reviews for Undersheriff, Bookkeeper to Town Supervisor, and Clerk roles
• Approved two transfer requests from Cayuga Community College
• Approved requests to waive probationary periods for District Attorney and Social Services

Mental Health Sub-Committee

The Cayuga County Mental Health Subcommittee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the director's report, and discuss the Local Services Plan and Mental Health Task Force. Members will also review agency reports from local behavioral health providers and consider old business items like reporting templates and in-person meetings.

• Review and approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Local Services Plan discussion
• Agency reports from Cayuga Counseling Services, Contact Community Services, Hillside, Liberty Resources, PROs/Unity House
• Follow up on agency reporting list and template

The January 19, 2023, meeting of the Mental Health Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

People with Development Disabilities Sub-Committee

The People with Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is meeting to review and approve prior minutes, discuss the Local Services Plan, and hear agency reports from local service providers. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of November 3, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of Local Services Plan
• Agency reports from ARISE, Cayuga Centers, Cayuga Counseling, DDRO, Exceptional Family Resources, Gavras Center, Mozaic, Unity House
• Director's report

The January 12, 2023 meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Judicial & Public Safety Committee

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee will review updates from county departments including 911, assigned counsel, district attorney, fire/EMO, probation, and sheriff. They will vote on resolutions to fill vacancies, appoint an administrator, accept a $270,714 state grant, and approve a $9,586.61 maintenance contract for the jail's fire control system.

• Resolution 1-23-JP-1: Fill vacant Emergency Services Dispatcher position
• Resolution 1-23-JP-2: Reappoint Lloyd Hoskins as Administrator Indigent Defendants at $45/hour
• Resolution 1-23-JP-3: Accept $270,714 Criminal Justice Discovery Reform grant
• Resolution 1-23-JP-5: Approve $9,586.61 Johnson Controls fire system maintenance contract
• Resolution 1-23-JP-6: $3/hour wage increase for County Office Building Security Officers

The Judicial & Public Safety Committee approved filling vacancies in the 911 and Probation departments. The committee also authorized a fire control system maintenance contract for the Public Safety Building and approved funding for criminal justice discovery reform.

• Approved filling one full-time vacant Emergency Services Dispatcher position (all in favor)
• Approved appointing Administrator Indigent Defendants (PT) and setting compensation rate (all in favor)
• Authorized execution of $270,714 Criminal Justice Discovery Reform funding plan (all in favor)
• Approved filling one Account Clerk Typist position in the Probation Department (all in favor)
• Authorized contract with Johnson Controls for Public Safety Building fire control system maintenance (all in favor)
• Approved salary increases for certain non-bargaining positions in the Sheriff’s Office (all in favor)
• Approved December 7, 2022 minutes (all in favor)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will consider a resolution on pension reporting for elected and appointed officials and discuss a policy on department head attendance at legislature meetings. IT updates include completed projects and ongoing upgrades.

• Resolution 1-23-GO-1: pension reporting for elected/appointed officials
• Discussion of attendance policy for department heads at legislature meetings
• IT: 400 new support tickets in Dec 2022, 81% resolved
• IT: Office 365 email migration 15 departments done, completion by Feb 2023
• IT: TraCS 19 upgrade for Sheriff's Dept, target completion 1/13

The Government Operations Committee approved a resolution regarding pension reporting for elected and appointed officials. The meeting also included IT updates on network infrastructure and Office 365 migration.

• Approved 1-23-GO-1 Pension reporting Resolution for Elected and Appointed Officials (all in favor except Pecher)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on 15 resolutions covering highway paving, equipment purchases, park fee increases, and hiring. Department heads will also provide updates on water/sewer, weights and measures, buildings and grounds, parks, and highway operations.

• Resolution 1-23-PW-4: Approve 2023 paving list for 54.03 miles of county roads
• Resolution 1-23-PW-9: Increase boat slip rental fees at Emerson Park
• Resolution 1-23-PW-11: Increase Parks & Trails facility rental rates
• Resolution 1-23-PW-7: Three-year kayak/canoe rental agreement with Owasco Paddles, LLC at Emerson Park
• Resolution 1-23-PW-1: Hire part-time Building Maintenance Mechanic, budgeted at $16,024

The committee approved the 2023 paving and surface treatment lists and authorized the purchase of highway equipment. Several personnel positions were filled, and multiple agreements and fee increases for Emerson Park were approved.

• Approved 2023 paving list (1-23-PW-4)
• Approved 2023 surface treatment list (1-23-PW-6)
• Authorized purchase of Highway Equipment (1-23-PW-5)
• Approved three-year license agreement with Owasco Paddles, LLC (1-23-PW-7)
• Approved boat slip rental fee and facility rental rate increases (1-23-PW-9, 1-23-PW-11)
• Approved agreement with Friends of Emerson Park for 2023 EPIC Concert Series (1-23-PW-12)
• Authorized design and construction documentation for Emerson Park repairs (1-23-PW-15)
• Approved hiring of part-time Building Maintenance Mechanic and Automotive Mechanic (1-23-PW-1, 1-23-PW-3)

Water Quality Management Agency (WQMA)

The Cayuga County Water Quality Management Agency is meeting to conduct elections and hear a presentation on Owasco Lake Watershed Rules and Regulations from Keith Batman, President of the Cayuga County Board of Health. The agenda also includes reports from county departments, lake associations, and partner organizations, as well as updates from working groups on invasive species and nutrient and sediment issues.

• Elections for agency positions
• Owasco Lake Watershed Rules and Regulations presentation by Keith Batman
• Year End Report reminder for working groups
• Updates from Cayuga County Environmental Health, Parks, Planning, Soil and Water Conservation, and Solid Waste programs
• Reports from lake associations including Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, and others

The Agency approved a motion to send a letter to the Governor of New York requesting support to move the Owasco Lake Watershed Rules and Regulations process forward. The Agency also approved the meeting minutes from October 6, 2022.

• Approved motion to send letter to Governor of New York regarding Owasco Lake Watershed Rules and Regulations (Passed with 1 abstention, 1 no vote)
• Approved amendment to support the Cayuga County Board of Health letter dated December 22, 2022 (5-3)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Water & Sewer Authority Board

The Cayuga County Water and Sewer Authority (CCWSA) board is meeting to approve the agenda and discuss several items, including the Genesee Street project/expansion, the authority's master plan, and a pending signed agreement for Honoco Road. The directors' report will also be presented. This is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or votes on specific contracts listed.

• Genesee Street project/expansion discussion
• Master plan discussion
• Honoco Road pending signed agreement
• Directors' report by Karl Rindfleisch

The Board authorized the expansion of the Genesee Street water project and the start of environmental work for Honoco Road. It also accepted an agreement with the Village of Aurora regarding plant use and sewer rates.

• Approved Tim Carpenter to begin planning the Genesee Street expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved Mark Colopy to seek grant funding for the Genesee Street expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Tim Carpenter for Honoco Road environmental work (Unanimous)
• Accepted agreement with the Village of Aurora (Unanimous)

Alcohol & Substance Use Sub-Committee

The Alcohol & Substance Abuse Subcommittee of the Cayuga County Community Services Board is meeting to review minutes, hear agency and director reports, and discuss old and new business. Key items include an RFP related to the Opiate Settlement Fund and planning for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Opiate Settlement Fund RFP under old business
• Plans for 2023 under new business
• Public comment period
• Review of meeting minutes
• Agency report Q&A and director's report

The January 3, 2023, meeting of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.