Madison County public meetings in 2021
20 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The committee reviewed the draft Police Reform and Reinvention Collaboration Plan, which includes crisis intervention training and new call diversion policies. Members also approved multiple resolutions regarding budget modifications for the Sheriff's Office and various grants.
- Modification of 2021 Sheriff's Office budget to appropriate $28,212 in State Forfeitures
- Approval of a renewal order with Central Square for Computer Aided Dispatch system maintenance
- Agreement with Oneida Health and Community Memorial for interoperable communications system use
- Discussion of the Police Reform Plan including crisis intervention training and call diversion policies
- Budget modifications for ILS Grant 9 and ILS Grant 10
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee discussed updates to the County Clerk's office and various budget modifications. The committee reviewed changes to the Madison County Investment Policy and several Reserve Policies.
- Modification of 2020 budget for Workers Compensation ($25,033)
- Modification of 2020 budget for Central Postage Expense
- Modification of 2020 budget for Central Telephone Expense
- Modification of 2020 budget for Central Garage Expense
- Approval of resolutions regarding Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, and Preschool Special Education
Government Operations Committee
The committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding county personnel, including the creation of new positions and the appointment of a Personnel Officer. The body is also discussing professional service agreements for auditing and benefit administration.
- Agreement with The Bonadio Group for professional auditing services for $10,000.00
- Agreement with Lifetime Benefit Solutions for Section 125 administration at $4.60 per participant per month
- Creation of a full-time Central Services Technician position in the Building Maintenance Department at $18.55 per hour
- Authorization for EMS Coordinator John Barattini to attend a FEMA training course in Maryland not to exceed $240.00
- Creation of a part-time Messenger position in the Office of the County Clerk
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings and Grounds Committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and budget modifications. Key items include the purchase of bridge steel and the adjustment of the 2021 budget to account for dump truck deliveries.
- Contract with Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC for $192,038.00 for prefabricated steel for the Dyke Road Bridge
- Budget modification of $489,461 to record the expense of two 10-wheel dump trucks in fiscal year 2021
- Authorization for change orders on capital projects up to $60,000
- Agreements for road materials with Sealcoat USA Inc., Gorman Bros. Inc., and AnnSeal Inc.
- Disposal of a surplus 2008 Stone Rev Plate Tamper
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee is reviewing extensions for engineering, surveying, and laboratory services. The body is also authorizing a new agreement for sewer line maintenance and designating surplus equipment.
- Extension of engineering services agreement with Barton & Loguidice through March 31, 2022
- Extension of landfill surveying agreement with Costich through March 31, 2022
- Extension of laboratory analytical services agreement with Alpha Analytical through March 12, 2022
- Agreement with Henderson Bros. Contracting, Inc. for sewer line maintenance between the landfill and Route 5/Lenox Ave
- Agreement with Timothy P. O'Hara, P.E., PLLC for professional engineering services
Health and Human Services Committee
The Health and Human Services Committee reviewed various service renewals, including mental health agreements and public health COVID-19 updates. The meeting also addressed budget modifications for social services and the upcoming return of agency staff to in-person operations.
- Agreement with Freitas and Associates for competency exams at $200 per hour
- Agreement with George David Annas, MD for competency exams at $250 per hour plus $100 travel fee
- Modification of the 2021 Budget for Early Intervention Administration Grant
- Renewal of agreements with OCM BOCES, BRiDGES, and Liberty Resources, Inc.
- Agreement amendment with BRiDGES, Madison County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc.
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The committee is reviewing several contract extensions for park amenities and restroom services. It is also calling for a public hearing to discuss a Community Development Block Grant application for a microenterprise assistance program.
- Extension of agreement with Environmental Design and Research, D.P.C. for Delphi Falls County Park
- Extension of contract with EMJ Premier Services LLC for park restroom facilities through December 31, 2021
- Public hearing scheduled for April 13, 2021, regarding a Community Development Block Grant application
- Proposed contract with Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District for Cowaselon Creek Watershed District drainage maintenance
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee is reviewing several grant agreements and service contracts. Key items include maintenance for the E-911 dispatch system and funding for the District Attorney's office.
- Renewal order with Central Square for Tiburon CAD system maintenance at a cost of $64,152.00
- Crimes Against Revenue Program (CARP) Grant for the District Attorney's Office totaling $67,100.00
- Subscription renewal with Emergency Services Marketing Corp., Inc. for IamResponding.com services at a cost of $300.00
- Grant funding agreements with the NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services
- Proposed modification of the 2021 Adopted County Budget
Administration and Oversight
The Administration and Oversight Committee met to discuss Board of Elections updates, purchasing rates, and various county resolutions. The committee approved new Central Service rates for non-profit organizations and updated the contract for pollsite usage. A resolution regarding a voting system maintenance agreement was tabled until next month.
- Approved Central Service rates: $0.04 per black and white copy and $18 per box of 500 envelopes
- Approved updated contract for pollsite usage including the February 16, 2021 Water District vote
- Approved trade-in of a 2020 Bobcat Skid-Steer Loader for a $2,149 difference
- Tabled resolution for Dominion Voting Systems Corporation maintenance agreement
- Modified 2021 budget to move $250 into Purchasing
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review various resolutions including an amendment to the county investment policy. The agenda includes public hearings regarding agricultural district recertification and several committee-led authorizations.
- Public Hearing: Recertification of Agricultural District No. 3C
- Public Hearing: Adopting the Inclusion to Agricultural District No. 3C
- Resolution: Amending the Investment Policy and Procedures
- Review of SEQRA for County Complex Sanitary Sewer Project
- Proposed Local Law No. 1: Amending salaries of certain county officials
Government Operations Committee
The committee is scheduled to meet to discuss reports from the County Administrator, County Attorney, Information Technology, and Personnel departments. The agenda is primarily procedural and contains no specific project details or financial figures.
- Review of reports from County Administrator, County Attorney, IT, and Personnel
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee is meeting to discuss department updates and the county's investment policy. The body will consider several resolutions regarding budget modifications for 2020 and 2021 and the authorization of professional service agreements.
- Agreement with Bonadio & Co. for auditing services
- Agreement with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing
- Adoption of Financial Principles for Madison County Reserve Funds
- 2020 budget modifications for Disability and Health Insurance
- 2021 budget modifications for Inmate Haircuts and Solid Waste Dept. rollovers/leachate
Government Operations Committee
The Government Operations Committee is reviewing several resolutions including a pilot agreement for a solar project in Cazenovia. The committee also discussed amending the management compensation plan regarding uniform allowances for corrections staff.
- PILOT agreement with VC1, LLC for solar energy at 30 Chenango Street, Cazenovia
- Revision of Management Compensation Plan to provide $500 annual uniform allowance for Corrections Captain and Lieutenants
- Authorization for the Sheriff's Office to continue flying the 'Thin Blue Line Flag'
- Agreement with the State University of NY for COVID Vaccination POD Sites
- Resolutions honoring the deaths of Donna Brummer and Richard Lamb
Highway Buildings and Grounds Committee
The Highway, Buildings and Grounds Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding the Madison County Office Complex sanitary sewer system project. The meeting also includes several authorizations for professional design services, equipment trade-ins, and maintenance agreements.
- Resolution on Madison County Office Complex sanitary sewer system project
- Agreement with Ramboll America's Engineering Solutions, Inc.
- Agreement extension with All In Highway Services LLC
- Trade-in of 2020 Bobcat Skid-Steer Loader
- Design services agreement with King & King Architects, LLP for Fire Training Building at 6850 Tuttle Rd.
Solid Waste and Recycling
The Solid Waste and Recycling Committee approved several service agreements and equipment purchases. The body also discussed the financial losses of four transfer stations and the discontinuation of waste oil collection.
- Purchase of a 2021 CAT 930M wheel loader from Southworth-Milton, Inc. for up to $180,000
- Agreement with NLR, Inc. for fluorescent bulb and battery recycling
- Leachate Hauling Services Agreement with Eggan Excavating & Equipment Co., Inc.
- One-year extension for recycled paper sale with Casella Recycling, LLC
- One-year extension for biosolids transportation from the City of Oneonta with Mr. Bult’s, Inc.
Health and Human Services Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss renewing multiple mental health service agreements and approving a public health budget modification. The session also includes the appointment of members to the Madison County Youth Board.
- Renewal of agreement with OCM BOCES for school-based drug and alcohol prevention ($61,198)
- Modification of the 2020 Adopted County Budget for Public Health
- Agreement with New York State Office of Children and Family Services
- Appointment of members to the Madison County Youth Board
- Renewals for Interpretek, BRiDGES, Coordinated Care Services, and Consumer Services of Madison County
Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee
The Criminal Justice, Public Safety, and Emergency Communications Committee is reviewing updates for emergency management and the Sheriff's Office. The body is discussing budget modifications for inmate services and several contract renewals.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Village of Manlius for Emergency Management Training Center use
- Modification of 2021 Adopted County Budget for inmate haircuts
- Amendment to Global Tel*Link Corporation agreement for inmate international calling
- Grant application for FY2019 Explosive Detection Canine Team Program
- Agreement with NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services for 2020-2022 distribution
Planning, Economic Development, Environmental and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions regarding agricultural district recertifications and various intergovernmental agreements. Key items include the selection of a preferred developer for a canal-side project and water quality funding.
- MOU with Savarino Companies for a 'Pocket Neighborhood' in the Village of Canastota using a $1.5 million grant
- Contract with Oswego County Soil and Water District for a $89,200 water quality grant
- Recertification of Agricultural District 3C in the Towns of Sullivan, Lincoln, Lenox and the City of Oneida
- Addition of multiple parcels to Agricultural Districts 1C, 2C, 3C, and 4C
- Re-appointment of Cedric Barnes to the Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District Board
Administration and Oversight
The Administration and Oversight Committee is discussing election board updates and purchasing fees. The body is reviewing resolutions to authorize voting equipment maintenance and pollsite usage agreements.
- Maintenance agreement with Dominion Voting Systems Corporation for 50 ImageCast Evolution Tabulator/BMD voting systems
- Authorization for Board of Elections to contract for pollsite usage, including Lincoln Fire House
- Proposed increase in Central Service copying rates for non-profits from $0.025 to $0.04 per black and white copy
- Proposed increase in Central Service envelope rates for non-profits from $15 to $18 per box of 500
Finance Ways and Means Committee
The Finance, Ways and Means Committee reviewed several resolutions regarding contract authorizations for local organizations. The committee also addressed budget modifications for the Public Defender Service, Medical Examiners & Coroners, and a COVID-19 response grant.
- Contract with Madison Co. Industrial Development Agency for $76,838.00
- Contract with Madison Co. Soil and Water Conservation District for $154,500.00
- Contract with Office for the Aging for $221,778.00
- Reimbursement to the Town of Eaton for $1,246.88 in legal fees
- Budget modification for NYSACHO Covid-19 Response Grant of $1,785