Monroe County, New York

Full Legislature - Day 7

The Monroe County Legislature will adopt the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program and the Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update. It will consider local laws on biometric identification disclosure at retail establishments and a tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty. The body will also address the operating budget for Monroe Community College. Public hearings for several items are scheduled for August 11, 2026.

• Adopt 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program (Resolution 241)
• Adopt Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update (Resolution 245)
• Local Law 26-0180: Disclosure of biometric identification technology at retail establishments – tabled and hearing set for Aug 11, 2026
• Local Law 26-0182: Tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty – tabled and hearing set for Aug 11, 2026
• Approve Monroe Community College 2026-2027 operating budget (Resolution 0200) – tabled, hearing scheduled for July 28, 2026

The Legislature introduced and amended Local Law 26‑0180.LL to require commercial establishments to disclose the collection and use of biometric identification technology and to protect that data. President Román overruled Legislator McCabe’s point of order; the ruling was sustained by a vote (ayes: Yudelson, Barnhart, Bartholomew McCoy, Baynes). The Journal of Day 6 was approved without objection and several proclamations honoring community members were read and filed.

• Amended Local Law 26‑0180.LL to require biometric ID disclosure at commercial establishments (intro/amended)
• Ruling of chair on point of order sustained (ayes: Yudelson, Barnhart, Bartholomew McCoy, Baynes)
• Approved Journal of Day 6 (unanimous, no objection)
• Read and filed proclamation honoring Olivia Reed
• Read and filed proclamation honoring Alan "Brother Wease" Levin
• Read and filed proclamation honoring Dr. Maureen Finney (Trailblazer award)
• Read and filed proclamation honoring Black Girls Do Bike 10th anniversary
• Read and filed proclamation honoring Dorthy Reid for Gold Star families service

Ways & Means Committee Meeting - JUN

The committee is considering a local law to amend Chapter 357 of the Monroe County Code to provide a property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty. Other business includes accepting grants, authorizing easements, contracts for school resource programs, jail medical monitoring, and tax foreclosure outreach.

• Local law 26-0182 to exempt surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty from property taxes
• Permanent easement to Rochester Gas and Electric for an improvement project in the Town of Gates (26-0188)
• Intermunicipal agreement with Monroe #1 BOCES for Sheriff's Office School Resource Program (26-0194)
• Amendment to contract with Savant Advisors for monitoring medical services at Monroe County Jail (26-0195)
• Contract with All New York Process Servers, Inc. for tax foreclosure outreach services (26-0198)

The Ways and Means Committee adopted several items including a local law amendment regarding tax exemptions. The committee also approved various grants, intermunicipal agreements, and contracts.

• Adopted tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty (11-0)
• Accepted municipal waste reduction and recycling grant-in-aid (11-0)
• Authorized permanent easement conveyance to Rochester Gas and Electric (11-0)
• Accepted funding for New York State Overdose Intervention Initiative (11-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement for Sheriff’s Office School Resource Program (11-0)
• Amended resolution to accept additional DOJ/US Marshals Service funding (11-0)
• Amended contract with Savant Advisors regarding jail medical services (11-0)
• Authorized contract with All New York Process Servers, Inc. for tax foreclosure outreach (11-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting - JUN

The Public Safety Committee will consider a local law requiring retail establishments to disclose use of biometric identification technology. It will also review multiple funding agreements, including a state overdose intervention grant and additional DOJ funding for a regional fugitive task force, as well as an intermunicipal school resource program and a contract amendment for jail medical services monitoring. The committee will confirm the appointment of the Conflict Defender.

• 26-0180 – Local law requiring disclosure of biometric identification technology at retail establishments
• 26-0193 – Acceptance of funding from the Office of Justice Programs for a New York State Overdose Intervention Initiative
• 26-0194 – Authorization of an intermunicipal agreement with Monroe #1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services for the Sheriff’s Office School Resource Program
• 26-0195 – Amendment of the contract with Savant Advisors to provide a qualified consultant for monitoring medical services at the Monroe County Jail
• 26-0196 – Amendment to accept additional DOJ funding for the United States Marshals Service NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force – Rochester Division

The Public Safety Committee adopted a local law regarding biometric identification technology at retail establishments. Members also approved multiple funding acceptances, an intermunicipal agreement for the Sheriff’s Office, and a conflict defender appointment.

• Adopted local law requiring biometric identification disclosure at retail (5-4)
• Accepted funding for NYS Overdose Intervention Initiative (9-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement for Sheriff’s Office School Resource Program (9-0)
• Amended contract with Savant Advisors for jail medical services monitoring (9-0)
• Accepted additional DOJ/US Marshals Service fugitive task force funding (9-0)
• Confirmed the appointment of the Conflict Defender (9-0)

Planning & Economic Development Committee - JUN

The Planning & Economic Development Committee will discuss a permanent easement for a Rochester Gas and Electric project. The body is also considering additions to the Monroe County Consolidated Agricultural District #5.

• Permanent easement for Rochester Gas and Electric Improvement Project in the Town of Gates
• Additions to the Monroe County Consolidated Agricultural District #5

The Planning & Economic Development Committee approved a permanent easement for Rochester Gas and Electric in the Town of Gates. The committee also authorized additions to the Monroe County Consolidated Agricultural District #5.

• Approved permanent easement for Rochester Gas and Electric improvement project (4-0)
• Approved additions to Monroe County Consolidated Agricultural District #5 (4-0)

Intergovernmental Relations Committee - JUN

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss a proposed intermunicipal agreement. The item involves the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Program and the Monroe #1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services.

• Item 26-0194: Intermunicipal Agreement with Monroe #1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Program

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved an agreement with the Monroe #1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services. This agreement concerns the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Program.

• Adopted intermunicipal agreement with Monroe #1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services (4-0)
• Approved May 18, 2026 minutes as submitted

Agenda/Charter Committee Meeting - JUN

The Agenda/Charter Committee will consider two new local laws: one requiring retail establishments to disclose biometric identification technology, and another amending county code to provide a property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty. The meeting also includes roll call, public forum, and approval of prior minutes.

• Local Law 26-0180: Requires retail establishments to disclose use of biometric identification technology (sponsored by Barnhart, Frazier, et al.)
• Local Law 26-0182: Amends Chapter 357 to grant tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty (sponsored by Long, Dondorfer, et al.)
• Public forum and approval of March 24, 2026 minutes

The committee approved a local law providing a tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty and a law requiring retail establishments to disclose the use of biometric identification technology. The minutes from the March 24 meeting were also approved as submitted.

• Adopted tax exemption for police spouses (9-0)
• Adopted biometric disclosure law (5-4)
• Approved March 24 minutes (as submitted)
• Motion to table biometric law failed (4-5)

Environment & Public Works Committee Meeting - JUN

The Environment & Public Works Committee will review several environmental actions, including a grant for waste reduction and the classification of significance for various projects.

• Acceptance of a Municipal Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant-In-Aid
• Classification of significance for Rochester Gas and Electric easement project
• Classification of significance for former Route 1499A right-of-way
• Classification of significance for Monroe County Agricultural District #5 additions
• Approval of minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting

The Environment & Public Works Committee approved several items including a municipal waste reduction grant and multiple environmental quality reviews. The committee also approved May 18, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Approved May 18, 2026, meeting minutes
• Adopted Municipal Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant-in-Aid (7-0)
• Adopted SEQR determination for Rochester Gas and Electric project in Gates (7-0)
• Adopted SEQR determination for maintenance jurisdiction of former Route 1499A in Henrietta (7-0)
• Adopted SEQR determination to authorize additions to Consolidated Agricultural District #5 (7-0)

Transportation Committee Meeting - JUN

The Monroe County Transportation Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 19 and consider accepting the maintenance jurisdiction of a small right-of-way for a former state highway.

• Approval of May 19, 2026 minutes
• Accept maintenance jurisdiction of .004 acre of right-of-way for former NY Route 1499A

The Transportation Committee approved the transfer of a .004 acre right-of-way in the Town of Henrietta to the County. This action involves a former New York State Highway (Route) No. 1499A.

• Accepted maintenance jurisdiction for Route 1499A in Henrietta (7-0)

Full Legislature - Day 6

The Monroe County Legislature is meeting to consider various professional design contracts, grant acceptances, and public safety agreements. The body is also initiating the adoption process for the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program and the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update.

• Public hearing scheduled for July 14, 2026, for the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program
• Public hearing scheduled for July 14, 2026, for the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update
• Contract with Christa Construction, LLC for Monroe Community College Downtown Campus Career Center Project
• Contract with CJS Architects, LLP for Highland Park Warner Castle Renovation Project
• Sale of county-owned tax foreclosure property at 5 Beechwood Drive, Rochester, NY 14624

The Legislature approved numerous professional design and construction management contracts. However, the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program and the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update were both tabled.

• Approved joint agreement with U.S. Geological Survey (28-0)
• Approved LaBella Associates contract for NWQ WRRF electrical improvements (28-0)
• Approved Day Engineering and Geology contract for RPWD CSOAP tunnel system (28-0)
• Approved MRB Group Engineering contract for Irondequoit Bay South Central Pure Waters (28-0)
• Approved CJS Architects contract for Highland Park Warner Castle renovation (28-0)
• Approved implementation of Project Labor Agreement for Tropical Exhibit Phase 2 (28-0)
• Approved Environmental Design & Research contract for Churchville Park master plan (28-0)
• Approved Erdman, Anthony and Associates contract for Fleet Center electrical improvements (28-0)

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Ways and Means Committee will hear a presentation on the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program and vote on numerous authorizations for professional design services, contracts, grants, and funding for capital projects and social services. Key decisions include contracts for water and sewer improvements, a police training center renovation, and housing stability initiatives.

• Authorize contract with LaBella Associates for NWQ WRRF Electrical Improvements project design
• Authorize contract with Christa Construction for Monroe Community College Downtown Campus Career Center construction management
• Authorize contracts with Jewish Family Services and Trillium Health for housing stability initiatives under HUD-ARP
• Accept grant from US Marshals Service for NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force-Rochester Division
• Authorize contracts with vendors for 2026 Community Festival Support

The committee approved the minutes from the April 28 meeting. It unanimously adopted a series of contracts, grant acceptances and the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program. All motions were adopted with a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved April 28, 2026 minutes (adopted 9-0)
• Authorized joint agreement with U.S. Geological Survey for Water Resources Investigations Project (adopted 9-0)
• Authorized contract with LaBella Associates for NWQ WRRF Electrical Improvements design services (adopted 9-0)
• Authorized contract with Day Engineering and Geology for RPWD CSOAP Tunnel System Improvements design services (adopted 9-0)
• Accepted grant for Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence Initiative (adopted 9-0)
• Accepted grant from U.S. Department of Justice for the NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force (adopted 9-0)
• Adopted 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (adopted 9-0)
• Amended resolutions to fund The Lilac Festival and authorize intermunicipal agreement with Rochester (adopted 9-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will hear a presentation on the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program as it pertains to public safety. The committee also considers several new business items, including a contract with R-Options, Inc. for audio visual integration services for the Probation Operations and Command Center, and the acceptance of multiple grants from state and federal agencies for initiatives such as intimate partner violence reduction, the fugitive task force, bomb squad equipment, and marine patrol.

• Presentation and review of the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program
• Authorize a contract with R-Options, Inc. for Audio Visual Integration Services for the Probation Operations and Command Center
• Acceptance of a grant from NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for the Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence Initiative
• Acceptance of a grant from the US Marshals Service for the NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force
• Acceptance of grants from NYS Division of Homeland Security for Bomb Squad Initiative and from NYS Canal Corporation for Marine Patrol Matching Grant

The committee approved the minutes from April 28, 2026. It adopted the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program and approved several contracts and grant acceptances, each with a 10‑0 vote. No public speakers were present.

• Adopted 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (10-0)
• Approved contract with R-Options, Inc. for audio‑visual services (10-0)
• Accepted NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services grant for intimate partner violence initiative (10-0)
• Accepted U.S. Marshals Service grant for Regional Fugitive Task Force (10-0)
• Accepted NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services grant for Crimes Against Revenue Program (10-0)
• Accepted NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services grant for Criminal Justice Discovery Reform and authorized interfund transfer (10-0)
• Accepted two NY State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services grants for Bomb Squad (10-0)
• Accepted NY State Canal Corporation grant for Marine Patrol Matching Program (10-0)

Transportation Committee Meeting

The Transportation Committee will receive a presentation on the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program from the Planning and Development Department. Two new business items are on the agenda: authorizing a contract with Popli Design Group for design services for the James R. Pond Regional Traffic Operations Center Rehabilitation II Project, and considering the Capital Improvement Program itself. The committee will also vote on minutes from March 24, 2026.

• Presentation on 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program by Senior Planner Pat Gooch
• Authorization of a contract with Popli Design Group for professional design services for the James R. Pond Regional Traffic Operations Center Rehabilitation II Project (Item 26-0144)
• Consideration of the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program (Item 26-0145)

The Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting. It authorized a contract with Popli Design Group for professional design services on the James R. Pond Regional Traffic Operations Center Rehabilitation II project, adopting the measure unanimously (7-0). The committee also approved the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program presented by County Executive Adam J. Bello, also unanimously (7-0). No other business was taken.

• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Popli Design Group for James R. Pond Traffic Operations Center Rehabilitation II (7-0)
• Approved 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (7-0)

Human Services Committee Meeting

The Human Services Committee will hear a presentation and consider a proposal regarding the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program. Members will also review contract amendments for WIC program support and mental health services.

• 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program presentation and proposal (26-0145)
• Contract amendment and increase for Med-Scribe Inc. regarding the WIC Program (26-0152)
• Acceptance of additional funding from NYS Office of Mental Health and NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (26-0153)

The committee approved the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program. It also approved an amendment to increase the Med‑Scribe contract for the WIC program. Finally, the committee accepted additional state funding and amended resolutions to expand mental health and substance‑abuse service contracts. All three measures passed unanimously.

• Adopted 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (9‑0)
• Amended and increased Med‑Scribe contract for WIC program (9‑0)
• Accepted additional state funding and amended resolutions for mental health and substance‑abuse services (9‑0)

Recreation & Education Committee Meeting

The Recreation & Education Committee will discuss the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program. The body is considering several contracts for professional design and construction services for county parks and education facilities.

• Contract with CJS Architects, LLP for Highland Park Warner Castle Renovation Project
• Project Labor Agreement for Tropical Exhibit and Main Entry Plaza, Phase 2 Capital Project
• Contract with Environmental Design & Research for Churchville Park Master Plan Update
• Contract with Christa Construction, LLC for Monroe Community College Downtown Campus Career Center Project
• Funding for The Lilac Festival, Inc. and contracts for 2026 Community Festival Support

The Recreation & Education Committee approved the minutes from the Jan. 27, 2026 meeting. It adopted several resolutions authorizing contracts for design and construction projects, including the Highland Park Warner Castle renovation, Tropical Exhibit Phase 2, Churchville Park master plan update, and Monroe Community College Downtown Campus Career Center. The committee also adopted the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program and authorized funding and agreements for the Lilac Festival and 2026 Community Festival support.

• Approved minutes of Jan. 27, 2026 (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized contract with CJS Architects for Highland Park Warner Castle renovation (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized implementation of Project Labor Agreement for Tropical Exhibit Phase 2 (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized contract with Environmental Design & Research for Churchville Park master plan update (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized contract with Christa Construction for Monroe Community College Downtown Campus Career Center (adopted 7-0)
• Adopted 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (adopted 7-0)
• Amended resolutions to fund Lilac Festival, authorize intermunicipal agreement with Rochester, and interdepartmental transfer (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized contracts with vendors for 2026 Community Festival support (adopted 7-0)

Planning & Economic Development Committee Meeting

The Monroe County Planning & Economic Development Committee will review the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program and the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development. The body is also set to approve contracts for a Housing Stability Initiative and Direct Client Assistance Project.

• Review 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program
• Adopt update to Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan
• Authorize contracts with Jewish Family Services and Trillium Health
• Review 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development

The Planning & Economic Development Committee approved the February 23, 2026 minutes. It then unanimously adopted the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program, the updated Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan, contracts with Jewish Family Services and Trillium Health for housing‑stability and direct client assistance projects, and the 2026‑2027 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development with a HUD grant submission. All votes were 5‑0.

• Approved February 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (5‑0)
• Adopted Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update (5‑0)
• Authorized contracts with Jewish Family Services, Inc. and Trillium Health, Inc. for housing stability and direct client assistance projects (5‑0)
• Adopted 2026‑2027 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development and HUD grant submission (5‑0)

Intergovernmental Relations Committee Meeting

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee will hear a presentation on the county’s 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program. It will consider new business item 26‑0145 related to that program. The committee will also consider item 26‑0167, which proposes amending several past resolutions to provide funding to The Lilac Festival, Inc., authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester, and authorize an interdepartmental transfer. No other decisions are listed.

• Presentation on the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program by Pat Gooch, Senior Planner
• New Business item 26‑0145: discussion of the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program
• New Business item 26‑0167: amendment of multiple resolutions to fund The Lilac Festival, Inc., authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester, and authorize an interdepartmental transfer

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting. It adopted the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved amendments to several resolutions to fund The Lilac Festival, authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester, and allow an interdepartmental transfer, each adopted by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
• Approved amendment to resolutions to fund The Lilac Festival, authorize intermunicipal agreement with Rochester, and interdepartmental transfer (5-0)

Environment & Public Works Committee Meeting

The Environment & Public Works Committee will discuss the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program. The body is also considering several professional design contracts for water and electrical infrastructure projects and environmental reviews for housing and farmland programs.

• 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program presentation and authorization
• Design contracts for NWQ WRRF Electrical, RPWD CSOAP Tunnel, and Irondequoit Bay South Central Trunk Sewer projects
• Project Labor Agreement for Tropical Exhibit and Main Entry Plaza, Phase 2
• Design contract for Fleet Center Electrical Improvements
• Environmental reviews for the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan and HOME program housing initiatives

The Environment & Public Works Committee approved the minutes from April 28, 2026. It then adopted eight items, including a joint agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey and several professional design service contracts, all with a 7‑0 vote. Additional classifications under the State Environmental Quality Review Act were also approved unanimously.

• Authorized joint agreement with U.S. Geological Survey (26-0131) – Adopted 7-0
• Authorized contract with LaBella Associates for NWQ WRRF Electrical Improvements (26-0133) – Adopted 7-0
• Authorized contract with Day Engineering and Geology for RPWD CSOAP Tunnel System Improvements (26-0135) – Adopted 7-0
• Authorized contract with MRB Group Engineering for Irondequoit Bay South Central Pure Waters District project (26-0137) – Adopted 7-0
• Authorized implementation of Project Labor Agreement for Tropical Exhibit and Main Entry Plaza Phase 2 (26-0140) – Adopted 7-0
• Authorized contract with Erdman, Anthony and Associates for Fleet Center Electrical Improvements (26-0142) – Adopted 7-0
• Approved 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Program (26-0145) – Adopted 7-0
• Classified action and significance for Monroe County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan Update (26-0146) – Adopted 7-0

Full Legislature - Day 5

The Monroe County Legislature will consider a series of authorizations, including contracts for design services at the Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport and Monroe Community Hospital, and multiple grant acceptances for health and safety programs. It will also vote on bond resolutions to fund server, storage and network equipment ($3,750,000) and replacement of mobile data terminals ($3,500,000). Additional items include a salary schedule amendment, intermunicipal climate action agreements, a lawsuit settlement, and elections for clerk positions.

• Authorize contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for design services for electrical vault equipment upgrade at Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport
• Authorize contract with LaBella Associates, D.P.C. for design services for Monroe Community Hospital pediatric unit expansion
• Resolution authorizing issuance of $3,750,000 bonds for server, storage and network equipment
• Resolution authorizing issuance of $3,500,000 bonds for replacement of mobile data terminals and related infrastructure
• Accept grant from New York State Department of Health for HIV Surveillance Program

The Legislature approved two bond issuances totaling $7.25 million, several contracts and grants, and elected a new Clerk and Deputy Clerk. It also confirmed an EMS Advisory Board reappointment and approved a bus service contract. All actions were voted on and recorded in the minutes.

• Authorized $3,750,000 bonds for server, storage and network equipment (Res 170) – vote 29‑0
• Authorized $3,500,000 bonds for mobile data terminals and infrastructure (Res 172) – vote 29‑0
• Approved contract with CHA Consulting for airport electrical vault design (Res 153) – vote 28‑0
• Approved contract with LaBella Associates for Monroe Community Hospital pediatric unit expansion (Res 156) – vote 28‑0
• Approved contract with Ontario Bus Inc. for early‑intervention bus services (Res 160) – vote 27‑1 (Ciardi voted no)
• Accepted New York State Department of Health grant for HIV Surveillance Program (Res 167) – vote 28‑0
• Elected Nayeliz Santiago as Clerk and Isabela Mulcahy as Deputy Clerk – 18 votes for their slate, 11 for the alternative slate
• Confirmed reappointment to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board (Res 176) – vote 19‑10

Ways and Means Committee - APR

The Ways and Means Committee will review and likely recommend approval of 19 agenda items under new business, including contracts, grant acceptances, and budget amendments. Key proposals include design services for an airport electrical vault upgrade, a grant for nine airport projects, and capital projects for IT infrastructure. The committee also considers health programs, bus transportation for special education, and a shelter eviction prevention grant.

• Contract with CHA Consulting for design of electrical vault upgrade at Frederick Douglass-Greater Rochester International Airport
• Grant agreement with NYS for aid relating to nine projects at the airport
• Authorize contract with LaBella Associates for pediatric unit expansion/ventilator unit renovation at Monroe Community Hospital
• Contract with Ontario Bus Inc. for transportation services for Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs
• Add capital projects for server/storage/network equipment and replacement of mobile data terminals

The committee adopted ten agenda items, authorizing contracts for airport upgrades, hospital projects, and technology services, and accepting multiple state grants for health, aging, and emergency programs. All motions were moved by Legislator Yudelson, seconded by Legislator Dondorfer (or Vazquez Simmons for later items), and passed unanimously (10‑0). The meeting adjourned at 6:25 PM.

• Authorized contract with CHA Consulting for airport electrical vault upgrade (10‑0)
• Authorized grant agreement with NY State for nine airport projects (10‑0)
• Authorized contract with LaBella Associates for Monroe Community Hospital pediatric unit expansion (10‑0)
• Accepted grant from NY State Dept. of Health for Nurse‑Family Partnership program (10‑0)
• Amended Resolution 427 to contract Coordinated Care Services for aging services (10‑0)
• Authorized contract with Ontario Bus Inc. for early‑intervention preschool transportation (10‑0)
• Amended 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program to add server and network equipment project (10‑0)
• Amended 2026 Budget Salary Schedule for flat and hourly employees (10‑0)

Public Safety Committee - APR

The Public Safety Committee will consider accepting a grant from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services for the NYS Emergency Services IP Network Readiness Grant Program. The item is proposed by County Executive Adam J. Bello. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and a public forum.

• Acceptance of NYS Emergency Services IP Network Readiness Grant

The committee approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting. It also approved acceptance of a New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services grant for the Emergency Services IP Network Readiness program. No other matters were considered.

• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (vote 10-0)
• Accepted NY State Emergency Services IP Network Readiness grant (vote 10-0)

Human Services Committee - APR

The Human Services Committee will vote on authorizing a contract with LaBella Associates for design services for the Monroe Community Hospital Pediatric Unit Expansion/Ventilator Unit Renovation Project. Other decisions include contracts for laboratory services with URMC Labs, bus transportation for early intervention and preschool special education programs, and acceptance of multiple state grants for health initiatives such as the Nurse-Family Partnership and HIV Surveillance. The committee will also consider amendments to existing contracts for STD testing and aging services.

• Authorize contract with LaBella Associates for design of Monroe Community Hospital pediatric unit expansion and ventilator unit renovation
• Authorize contract with URMC Labs for laboratory services at Monroe Community Hospital
• Authorize contract with Ontario Bus Inc. for bus transportation for early intervention and preschool special education programs
• Accept grant from NYS Office of Children and Family Services for Family First Mobile Response Program
• Accept funding from NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance for Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment Program

Environment & Public Works Committee Meeting

The Monroe County Environment & Public Works Committee will approve the March 24 minutes and hold a public forum. It will decide on three new business items: a contract with CHA Consulting for design services on the airport electrical vault upgrade, a grant agreement with New York State for aid to nine airport projects, and acceptance of a grant and contract with local soil and water districts for a water quality program. The meeting will conclude with other matters and adjournment.

• Authorize contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for design services for the Electrical Vault Equipment Upgrade Project at Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport (Item 26-0107)
• Authorize grant agreement with New York State for aid related to nine projects at Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport (Item 26-0108)
• Accept grant from Oswego County Soil and Water Conservation District for the Water Quality Program and authorize contract with Monroe County Soil and Water Conservation District (Item 26-0109)

The Environment & Public Works Committee approved the March 24, 2026 minutes. It authorized a design‑services contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for the electrical vault equipment upgrade at the Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport. It approved a grant agreement with New York State for nine airport projects. It accepted a grant from the Oswego County Soil and Water Conservation District and authorized a contract with the Monroe County Soil and Water Conservation District for the Water Quality Program. All motions passed 6‑0.

• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Authorized contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for airport electrical vault upgrade (6-0)
• Approved grant agreement with New York State for nine airport projects (6-0)
• Accepted grant and authorized contract with Monroe County Soil and Water Conservation District for Water Quality Program (6-0)

Full Legislature - Day 4

The Monroe County Legislature will consider a series of resolutions and contracts, including bond authorizations for major infrastructure projects and a settlement in opioid‑related litigation. Items include bond issues for the Walker Road Bridge, Mile Square Road Bridge, Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal, and a resolution requiring disclosure of surveillance‑technology purchases. The body will also approve contracts for bridge and culvert construction and accept state grants for motor‑vehicle theft and fraud programs.

• Resolution authorizing $4,160,000 bonds to finance Highway Preventive Maintenance #12 (Sealand Contractors Corp) – Ways & Means Committee CV: 11‑0
• Resolution authorizing $2,435,000 bonds to finance the Walker Road Bridge Project (C.P. Ward, Inc.) – Ways & Means Committee CV: 11‑0
• Resolution authorizing $2,268,000 bonds to finance the Mile Square Road Bridge replacement (Keeler Construction Co., Inc.) – Ways & Means Committee CV: 11‑0
• Resolution authorizing $260,000 bonds to finance the Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal project – Ways & Means Committee CV: 11‑0
• Resolution requiring disclosure to the Legislature of purchases of surveillance technology for the Monroe County Sheriff – Public Safety Committee CV: 8‑4

The Legislature unanimously approved multiple bond issuances, including $4,160,000 for Highway Preventative Maintenance #12 and $2,435,000 for the Walker Road Bridge project. It also adopted resolutions for surveillance‑technology purchase disclosures, fire‑district emergency signal funding, and a settlement in opioid‑related litigation. All items were adopted with a 29‑0 vote except the surveillance disclosure, which passed 21‑8.

• Approved $4,160,000 bond for Highway Preventative Maintenance #12 (29-0)
• Approved $2,435,000 bond for Walker Road Bridge project (29-0)
• Approved $260,000 bond for Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal (29-0)
• Approved $241,500 bond for Bridge Preventive Maintenance 2028 (29-0)
• Approved $2,268,000 bond for Mile Square Road Bridge replacement (29-0)
• Approved $4,160,000 bond for Highway Preventative Maintenance #12 (29-0)
• Approved resolution requiring disclosure of surveillance‑technology purchases (21-8)
• Approved settlement agreement in opioid‑related litigation (29-0)

Ways & Means Committee Meeting

The Monroe County Ways & Means Committee will consider a series of authorizations and budget amendments. Items include alterations to sewer and fiber assets, make‑ready agreements for fiber optic installation, and several capital improvement projects such as an emergency signal for the Irondequoit Fire District and bridge maintenance contracts. The committee will also accept state grants for motor vehicle theft and insurance fraud programs.

• Authorize alteration of sewer assets, fiber facilities, and appurtenances for multiple water districts (Item 26-0076)
• Authorize make‑ready agreements for fiber optic installation involving county and water districts (Item 26-0078)
• Amend capital improvement program and budget to add Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal, authorize financing and contract with the Dormitory Authority of NY (Item 26-0080)
• Authorize contracts for bridge and culvert projects, including Walker Road Bridge and Schlegel Road Culvert Replacement (Items 26-0082, 26-0083)
• Accept grants from the NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services for motor vehicle theft and insurance fraud prevention and prosecution programs (Items 26-0086, 26-0087)

The Ways & Means Committee adopted eleven agenda items, each with an 11‑0 vote. Approvals included contracts for sewer and fiber work, bridge and road projects, a new fire‑district emergency signal, and acceptance of state grants. All items were approved as presented by County Executive Adam J. Bello.

• Authorized alteration of sewer assets and fiber facilities for multiple districts (11-0)
• Authorized make‑ready agreements for utility asset alteration for fiber optic installation (11-0)
• Amended the Capital Improvement Program to add the Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal project and authorized financing (11-0)
• Amended the Capital Improvement Program to add Bridge Preventive Maintenance 2028 project and authorized contracts (11-0)
• Increased funding and authorized a contract with C.P. Ward, Inc. for the Walker Road Bridge project (11-0)
• Authorized a contract with C.P. Ward, Inc. for the Schlegel Road Culvert Replacement (11-0)
• Authorized Federal Equitable Sharing Agreements with the U.S. Department of Justice and Treasury (11-0)
• Accepted a New York State grant for the Motor Vehicle Theft and Insurance Fraud Prevention Program (Monroe County Sheriff’s Office) (11-0)

Environment & Public Works Committee Meeting

The Environment & Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss authorizations for the alteration of sewer and fiber facilities. These items involve coordination with the New York State Department of Transportation and various utility agreements for 2026 projects.

• Authorization for NYS DOT to alter sewer assets and fiber facilities for 2026 state-let contracts (26-0076)
• Make-Ready Agreements for the alteration of private and public utility assets to install County fiber optic facilities (26-0078)

The Environment & Public Works Committee approved the minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting. It adopted item 26-0076, authorizing alteration of sewer assets, fiber facilities, and related appurtenances for several districts, with a 6‑0 vote. It also adopted item 26-0078, authorizing make‑ready agreements for utility asset alterations for fiber optic projects, also with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved February 23, 2026 minutes – Adopted
• Authorized alteration of sewer assets, fiber facilities, and appurtenances (item 26-0076) – Adopted 6-0
• Authorized make‑ready agreements for utility asset alterations for fiber projects (item 26-0078) – Adopted 6-0

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will discuss requirements for disclosing surveillance technology purchases for the Sheriff. The body is also reviewing several grants, contract renewals, and capital budget amendments for public safety projects.

• Proposed requirement for disclosure of surveillance technology purchases for the Monroe County Sheriff
• Budget amendment and contract for the Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal project
• Grant acceptance for Motor Vehicle Theft and Insurance Fraud programs for the Sheriff and District Attorney
• Contract renewal options for Everbridge, Inc. emergency mass notification software
• Contracts with DiPasquale Construction Inc., DG Messmer Corp., and Kaplan Schmidt Electric, Inc. for PSTF Fire Training Grounds Expansion

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from February 24, 2026. It adopted a resolution requiring the Monroe County Sheriff to disclose purchases of surveillance technology to the Legislature (vote 8-4). The committee also unanimously approved several items, including a fire district emergency signal project, federal equitable sharing agreements, two state criminal‑justice grants, renewal of the Everbridge emergency notification contract, and contracts for the PSTF Fire Training Grounds expansion.

• Approved disclosure requirement for sheriff's surveillance tech purchases (8-4)
• Amended capital improvement program to add Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal project (12-0)
• Authorized federal equitable sharing agreements with DOJ and Treasury (12-0)
• Accepted NY State grant for Motor Vehicle Theft and Insurance Fraud Prevention Program (12-0)
• Accepted NY State grant for Motor Vehicle Theft and Insurance Prosecution Program (12-0)
• Amended Resolution 58 to renew Everbridge emergency mass notification software contract (12-0)
• Authorized contracts with DiPasquale Construction, DG Messmer Corp., and Kaplan Schmidt Electric for PSTF Fire Training Grounds expansion (12-0)

Transportation Committee Meeting

The Transportation Committee is reviewing requests to authorize contracts for bridge and culvert construction and engineering. The meeting includes proposals to amend the 2026 Capital Budget to increase funding for specific infrastructure projects.

• Bridge Preventive Maintenance 2028 project in Perinton, Brighton, and Churchville
• Walker Road Bridge Project construction contract with C.P. Ward, Inc. in Hamlin
• Schlegel Road Culvert Replacement contract with C.P. Ward, Inc. in Webster
• Mile Square Road Bridge Replacement contract with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. in Mendon
• Highway Preventive Maintenance #12 contract with Sealand Contractors Corp. in Brighton and Henrietta

The committee approved the February 24, 2026 minutes. It adopted eight capital‑budget amendments and authorized contracts for bridge preventive maintenance, Walker Road Bridge, Schlegel Road Culvert, West Bloomfield Road Culvert, general engineering services, Jacobs Road Bridge, Mile Square Road Bridge, and Highway Preventive Maintenance #12, each with a 6‑0 vote. All motions were moved by Legislator Bonnick and seconded by Legislator Hasman.

• Approved amendment to Capital Improvement Program and 2026 budget for Bridge Preventive Maintenance 2028 project (6-0)
• Approved amendment to 2026 Capital Budget and Bond Resolution 377 for Walker Road Bridge contract (6-0)
• Approved contract with C.P. Ward, Inc. for Schlegel Road Culvert Replacement (6-0)
• Approved contract with Barton & Loguidice for West Bloomfield Road Culvert Replacement (6-0)
• Approved contracts with Hunt Engineers, D.P.C., Marathon Engineering & Surveying for general engineering term services (6-0)
• Approved contract with Rochester Earth, Inc. for Jacobs Road Bridge construction (6-0)
• Approved amendment to 2026 Capital Budget and Bond Resolution 363 for Mile Square Road Bridge replacement (6-0)
• Approved amendment to 2026 Capital Budget and Bond Resolution 370 for Highway Preventive Maintenance #12 project (6-0)

Agenda/Charter Committee Meeting

The Charter Committee will consider confirming County Executive Adam J. Bello's appointment to the Monroe County Airport Authority. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, a public forum, approval of the January 27, 2026 minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Confirmation of appointment to the Monroe County Airport Authority – County Executive Adam J. Bello (Item 26-0091)

The Agenda/Charter Committee approved the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting. The committee confirmed County Executive Adam J. Bello's appointment to the Monroe County Airport Authority with a 9‑0 vote. No public speakers were heard. The meeting adjourned at 5:04 PM.

• Approved Jan 27, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of County Executive Adam J. Bello to Airport Authority (9‑0)

Intergovernmental Relations Committee Meeting

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss amending the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program and the 2026 Capital Budget. The meeting focuses on authorizing financing and contracts for an emergency signal project in the Town of Irondequoit.

• Project 26-0080: Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal
• Proposed contract with the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
• Proposed intermunicipal agreement with the Irondequoit Fire District

The committee approved the minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting. It adopted amendment 26-0080 to add the Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal project to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program and the 2026 Capital Budget, authorizing financing and a contract with the Dormitory Authority. The amendment passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved February 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment 26-0080 adding Irondequoit Fire District Emergency Signal project, authorizing financing and contract (5-0)

Full Legislature - Day 3

The Monroe County Legislature will vote on a slate of resolutions covering airport land acquisition, design contracts for airport projects, road and bridge work, and several bond authorizations. Major items include a $26 million bond to purchase and renovate the former Carestream Building at 150 Verona Street and a $5.5 million bond for roof improvements at Monroe Community Hospital. Additional actions involve accepting state and federal grant funding, intermunicipal agreements, and retirement plan options for sheriff’s office personnel.

• Authorize $26,000,000 bonds to finance purchase and renovation of the former Carestream Building at 150 Verona Street
• Authorize $5,500,000 bonds for roof improvements at Monroe Community Hospital
• Authorize $500,000 bonds to finance acquisition of property around Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport
• Contract with C&S Engineers, Inc. for design services for the Airport Parking Garage Expansion Study
• Intermunicipal agreements with the City of Rochester to accept DOJ Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funding

The Monroe County Legislature unanimously approved a $26,000,000 bond to finance the purchase and renovation of the former Carestream building. It also approved a $5,500,000 bond for roof improvements at Monroe Community Hospital and a $500,000 bond for airport property acquisition. Additional contracts for airport design studies, runway rehabilitation, and several road projects were also authorized, all with 27‑0 votes.

• Approved $26,000,000 bond for Carestream building purchase and renovation (27-0)
• Approved $5,500,000 bond for Monroe Community Hospital roof improvements (27-0)
• Approved $500,000 bond for Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport property acquisition (27-0)
• Authorized contract with C&S Engineers for airport parking garage expansion design (27-0)
• Authorized contract with CHA Consulting for runway 10‑28 rehabilitation design (27-0)
• Authorized contract with Keeler Construction for Bay Road Project in Town of Webster (27-0)
• Authorized contract with Keeler Construction for Boughton Hill Road culvert replacement in Town of Mendon (27-0)
• Authorized contract with Ramsey Constructors for Calkins Road rehabilitation in Town of Henrietta (27-0)

Human Services Committee Meeting - February

The Human Services Committee will discuss the acceptance of state funding for mental health, addiction, and aging services. The body is also considering contracts for transportation and home support services, as well as a capital project for roof improvements.

• Acceptance of funding from NYS Office of Mental Health and Office of Addiction Services and Supports (26-0043, 26-0060)
• Contract with Lifespan of Greater Rochester, Inc. for Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (26-0044)
• Contracts with Catholic Charities Family & Community Services for transportation and in-home support (26-0045)
• Acceptance of funds from the NYS Office of the Attorney General regarding the JUUL Labs E-Cigarette Vaping Settlement (26-0052)
• Increased funding for 'Roof Improvements' and a contract with Popli, Architecture + Engineering & L.S., D.P.C. (26-0055)

The Human Services Committee approved the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting. Six resolutions were adopted, each receiving a unanimous 9-0 vote, covering additional state funding for mental health and addiction services, aging services, transportation support, an e‑cigarette settlement, roof‑improvement capital projects, and further mental health funding. No other business was discussed.

• Adopted Acceptance of additional funding from NY State Office of Mental Health and Addiction Services (Resolution 26-0043) – 9-0
• Adopted Acceptance of funding from NY State Office for the Aging and contract with Lifespan (Resolution 26-0044) – 9-0
• Adopted Authorization of contracts with Catholic Charities for transportation and in‑home support (Resolution 26-0045) – 9-0
• Adopted Acceptance of funds from NY State Attorney General for e‑cigarette settlement with JUUL Labs (Resolution 26-0052) – 9-0
• Adopted Amendment to Capital Improvement Program and contract for roof‑improvement design services (Resolution 26-0055) – 9-0
• Adopted Acceptance of additional funding from NY State Office of Mental Health and Addiction Services for 2026 services (Resolution 26-0060) – 9-0

Public Safety Meeting - February 24, 2026

The committee will review several requests to accept state and federal funding for indigent legal services and homeland security. Members will also consider intermunicipal agreements with the City of Rochester and a personnel reappointment.

• Creation of five new positions for the Conflict Defender, Public Defender, and Assigned Counsel Program (26-0049)
• Acceptance of a grant from the NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (26-0051)
• Intermunicipal agreements with the City of Rochester for 2023 and 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funding (26-0061, 26-0062)
• Intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester for traffic control at ESL Ballpark (26-0063)
• Confirmation of the reappointment of the Assigned Counsel Administrator (26-0064)

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting. It adopted six funding resolutions and one intermunicipal agreement, each with an 11‑0 vote. All motions were moved by Legislator Maffucci and seconded by Legislator Vazquez Simmons. The meeting adjourned at 5:49 P.M.

• Approved minutes of Jan 27 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0049 to accept additional funding for Conflict Defender, Public Defender, and Assigned Counsel programs (11‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0050 to accept additional funding and extend the Fourth Upstate Model Family Representation Program (11‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0051 to accept a grant for the 2024‑2025 Statewide Interoperable Communications Targeted Grant Program (11‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0061 to authorize intermunicipal agreement for the 2023 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (11‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0062 to authorize intermunicipal agreement for the 2024 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (11‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0063 to authorize intermunicipal agreement for traffic control services at ESL Ballpark (11‑0, Legislator Dondorfer declared interest prior to vote)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑0064 to confirm reappointment of the Assigned Counsel Administrator (11‑0)

Ways and Means Committee Meeting - February

The Ways and Means Committee will consider several items, including adding an Airport Property Acquisition project to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program and authorizing its financing. It will also review contracts for design studies of airport parking garage expansion, runway rehabilitation, and access roadway improvements, as well as various funding acceptances and intermunicipal agreements.

• Amend the Capital Improvement Program to add “Airport Property Acquisition” at Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport and authorize financing (26‑0036)
• Authorize design contracts with C&S Engineers, Inc., CHA Consulting, Inc., and McFarland Johnson, Inc. for airport parking garage expansion, Runway 10‑28 rehabilitation, and access roadway system (26‑0037, 26‑0038, 26‑0039)
• Approve a public employees blanket bond for the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (26‑0040)
• Accept additional state funding for mental health, addiction services, and aging programs (26‑0043, 26‑0044)
• Authorize intermunicipal agreements with Rochester to receive DOJ Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funding for 2023 and 2024 (26‑0061, 26‑0062)

The Ways and Means Committee adopted a series of financing and contract approvals, most with a 10‑0 vote. Items included airport infrastructure projects, a public‑employees blanket bond, and additional state funding for mental‑health services. The only dissenting vote was on an In Rem Tax Foreclosure Action, which passed 9‑1.

• Approved amendment to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program to add “Airport Property Acquisition” (10‑0)
• Approved contract with C&S Engineers, Inc. for Airport Parking Garage Expansion Study (10‑0)
• Approved contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. for Runway 10‑28 Rehabilitation (10‑0)
• Approved contract with McFarland Johnson, Inc. for Access Roadway System design at the airport (10‑0)
• Approved Public Employees Blanket Bond for the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (10‑0)
• Accepted additional funding from NY State Office of Mental Health and Office of Addiction Services for Monroe County Office of Mental Health (10‑0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreements with the City of Rochester to accept DOJ Justice Assistance Grant funding (10‑0)
• Adopted In Rem Tax Foreclosure Action No. 150 for Rochester and surrounding towns (9‑1)

Transportation Committee Meeting - February

The Transportation Committee will consider authorizing contracts with construction firms for road projects in the towns of Webster, Mendon, and Henrietta. The contracts would be with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. for the Bay Road Project and the Boughton Hill Road Culvert Replacement, and with Ramsey Constructors, Inc. for the Calkins Road Project. County Executive Adam J. Bello is listed as the approving authority for each contract.

• Authorize contract with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. for Bay Road Project, Town of Webster
• Authorize contract with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. for Boughton Hill Road Culvert Replacement over Irondequoit Creek Tributary, Town of Mendon
• Authorize contract with Ramsey Constructors, Inc. for Calkins Road Project, Town of Henrietta

The Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It then authorized contracts with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. for the Bay Road and Boughton Hill Road projects, and with Ramsey Constructors, Inc. for the Calkins Road project. Each contract was adopted with a 7-0 vote.

• Approved minutes of December 16, 2025 meeting
• Authorized contract with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. for Bay Road Project (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized contract with Keeler Construction Co., Inc. for Boughton Hill Road Culvert Replacement (adopted 7-0)
• Authorized contract with Ramsey Constructors, Inc. for Calkins Road Project (adopted 7-0)

Intergovernmental Relations Committee Meeting - February

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee will vote on authorizing several intermunicipal agreements. These include a food‑waste diversion grant pilot with Monroe County school districts, two Justice Assistance Grant funding agreements with the City of Rochester, and a traffic‑control services agreement for ESL Ballpark. The approvals are presented as matters of importance by County Executive Adam J. Bello.

• 26-0054 – Authorize intermunicipal agreements with Monroe County Public School Districts and Board of Cooperative Services for a Food Waste Diversion Grant Pilot Program
• 26-0061 – Authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester to accept DOJ pass‑through funding for the 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
• 26-0062 – Authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester to accept DOJ pass‑through funding for the 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
• 26-0063 – Authorize an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Rochester for traffic‑control services at ESL Ballpark

The committee approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It adopted four intermunicipal agreements—authorizing a food waste diversion grant pilot and three agreements with the City of Rochester to accept Department of Justice Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funding for 2023 and 2024 and to provide traffic‑control services at ESL Ballpark. All motions were moved by Legislator Dave Long, seconded by Legislator Susan Hughes‑Smith, and each passed unanimously (4‑0). No other business was taken.

• Approved December 16, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement for Food Waste Diversion Grant Pilot (adopted 4-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement to accept DOJ 2023 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funding (adopted 4-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement to accept DOJ 2024 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funding (adopted 4-0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreement with City of Rochester for traffic control services at ESL Ballpark (adopted 4-0)

Planning & Economic Development Committee Meeting - February

The Planning & Economic Development Committee will review three items related to the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council. Item 26‑0040 is a request to approve a public‑employees blanket bond. Item 26‑0041 seeks authorization of the county’s annual contribution to the council. Item 26‑0042 is the acceptance of a grant from the Genesee Transportation Council for a land‑use monitoring report project.

• 26-0040: Approve a public employees blanket bond for the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council.
• 26-0041: Authorize the annual contribution to the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council.
• 26-0042: Accept a grant from the Genesee Transportation Council for the Land Use Monitoring Report Project.

The Planning & Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from November 24, 2025. It adopted three measures: a public employees blanket bond for the Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council, the annual contribution to that council, and acceptance of a grant from the Genesee Transportation Council for a land‑use monitoring report. Each measure passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved public employees blanket bond for Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (4-0)
• Authorized annual contribution to Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (4-0)
• Accepted grant from Genesee Transportation Council for land‑use monitoring report (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 24, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Environment & Public Works Committee Meeting - February

The Environment & Public Works Committee will consider amendments to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program and the 2026 Capital Budget to add and fund several projects at the Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport, including property acquisition, a parking garage expansion study, runway rehabilitation, and access roadway improvements. The committee will also review a contract for a culvert replacement on Boughton Hill Road in the Town of Mendon, a food‑waste diversion grant pilot with local school districts, and a renovation project for the former Carestream Building at 150 Verona Street in Rochester. Each item requires the committee’s approval of financing, contracts, or intermunicipal agreements as presented by County Executive Adam J. Bello.

• Amend CIP to add “Airport Property Acquisition” and authorize financing – Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport
• Authorize design contracts for Airport Parking Garage Expansion, Runway 10‑28 Rehabilitation, and Access Roadway System – Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport
• Authorize construction contract for Boughton Hill Road Culvert Replacement over Irondequoit Creek Tributary – Town of Mendon
• Authorize intermunicipal agreements for Food Waste Diversion Grant Pilot with Monroe County school districts
• Amend CIP and budget to purchase and renovate former Carestream Building at 150 Verona Street, Rochester

The Environment & Public Works Committee adopted several items, all with unanimous 7‑0 votes. It amended the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program to add an Airport Property Acquisition project and to fund the purchase and renovation of the former Carestream Building at 150 Verona Street. The committee also authorized design and construction contracts for airport infrastructure, a road culvert replacement, roof improvements, and a food‑waste diversion pilot program.

• Adopted amendment to add “Airport Property Acquisition” project and financing (7‑0)
• Authorized C&S Engineers contract for Airport Parking Garage Expansion Study design (7‑0)
• Authorized CHA Consulting contract for Runway 10‑28 Rehabilitation design (7‑0)
• Authorized McFarland Johnson contract for Access Roadway System design at airport (7‑0)
• Authorized Keeler Construction contract for Boughton Hill Road culvert replacement (7‑0)
• Authorized intermunicipal agreements for Food Waste Diversion Grant Pilot Program (7‑0)
• Adopted amendment to increase funding for “Roof Improvements” and authorized Popli contract for design services (7‑0)
• Adopted amendment to add “Purchase and Renovation of the Former Carestream Building” and authorized financing for the project (7‑0)

Full Legislature Meeting - Day 2

The Monroe County Legislature will consider a series of resolutions authorizing bond issuances for water‑works projects, including a $9 million bond for the Northwest Quadrant Pure Waters District. It will also adopt resolutions for additional bonds ranging from $800,000 to $6 million for other district improvements. A local law lifting and adopting a waiver of the residency requirement for the county surveyor will be voted on.

• Resolution authorizing $9,000,000 bonds for NWQPWD General Pump Station, Interceptor and Treatment Plant Improvements
• Resolution authorizing $3,000,000 bonds for NWQPWD NWQ WRRF Electrical Improvements
• Resolution authorizing $800,000 bonds for NWQPWD Preliminary Treatment Improvements
• Resolution authorizing $6,000,000 bonds for Rochester Pure Waters District CSOAP Tunnel System Improvements
• Local Law to lift and adopt waiver of residency requirement for Monroe County Surveyor

The Legislature adopted several pure‑waters district improvement projects, authorizing bond issuances to fund them. It also passed a local law waiving the residency requirement for the Monroe County Surveyor. All actions passed unanimously with a 28‑0 vote.

• Adopted Local Law waiving residency requirement for Monroe County Surveyor (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution authorizing $3,000,000 bonds for NWQPWD General Pump Station, Interceptor and Treatment Plant Improvements (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution authorizing $800,000 bonds for NWQPWD NWQ WRRF Electrical Improvements (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution authorizing $6,000,000 bonds for RPWD CSOAP Tunnel System Improvements (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution for NWQPWD Aeration Improvements (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution for GCOSD General Collection System Improvements (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution for RPWD General Collection System and Treatment Plant Improvements (28‑0)
• Adopted Resolution for RPWD FEV WRRF Biosolids Handling (28‑0)

Ways and Means Committee Meeting

The Ways and Means Committee will review requests to increase funding for the ERP System Replacement Project and the Parks Replacement Vehicles project. The body is also considering the acceptance of multiple state and federal grants for law enforcement and pre-trial services.

• Increase funding and expand scope for the ERP System Replacement Project (26-0019)
• Water main extension and easement for MCC Applied Technology Center-S.T.E.M. Addition in Brighton (26-0011)
• Sale of County owned tax foreclosure property to Monroe County Land Bank (26-0009)
• Acceptance of grants from the DEA, US Marshals Service, and NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services
• Contract with Delphi Drug & Alcohol Council, Inc. for addiction treatment screening (26-0030)

The Ways and Means Committee approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously adopted ten resolutions authorizing a property sale, several agreements, multiple grant acceptances, budget amendments, and contracts. All actions were adopted with a 10‑0 vote.

• Authorized sale of county‑owned tax foreclosure property to Monroe County Land Bank (26-0009) – Adopted 10-0
• Authorized agreement with Monroe County Water Authority and Monroe Community College, including easement for water main extension (26-0011) – Adopted 10-0
• Authorized agreements for commercial events in county parks for 2026 (26-0012) – Adopted 10-0
• Accepted grant from U.S. DOJ Drug Enforcement Administration for DEA Task Force (26-0013) – Adopted 10-0
• Accepted grant from NY State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee for Drug Recognition Experts Instructor (26-0014) – Adopted 10-0
• Amended 2026 capital budget to increase funding for Parks Replacement Vehicles and decrease funding for Parks Heavy Duty Equipment (26-0020) – Adopted 10-0
• Authorized contract with Delphi Drug & Alcohol Council for substance‑use screening and referral services (26-0030) – Adopted 10-0
• Amended 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program and budget to expand ERP system replacement project and authorize financing (26-0019) – Adopted 10-0

Agenda/Charter Committee Meeting

The Charter Committee will consider and vote on confirming the reappointment of a member to the Monroe County Civil Service Commission, as recommended by County Executive Adam J. Bello. The meeting also includes routine business such as roll call, a public forum, approval of the November 24, 2025 minutes, and other matters.

• Item 26-0021: Confirmation of reappointment to the Monroe County Civil Service Commission
• Approval of minutes from the November 24, 2025 Charter Committee meeting

The Agenda/Charter Committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. The committee confirmed the reappointment of County Executive Adam J. Bello to the Monroe County Civil Service Commission, with an 8‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of County Executive Adam J. Bello to Civil Service Commission (8-0)

Environment & Public Works Committee Meeting

The committee is discussing the sale of three county-owned tax foreclosure properties. Members are also reviewing agreements for a water main extension and sewer district expansion for the Monroe Community College Applied Technology Center-S.T.E.M. Addition project.

• Sale of tax foreclosure properties at 1504 English Road, 16 Swansea Park, and 139 Renouf Drive
• Water main extension agreement with Monroe County Water Authority and Monroe Community College
• Permanent easement conveyance to Monroe County Water Authority for MCC S.T.E.M. Addition project
• Petition to establish an extension to the Brighton Consolidated Sanitary Sewer District

The Environment & Public Works Committee approved the December 16, 2025 minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It also adopted three items—26‑0008, 26‑0010, and 26‑0011—each classifying actions and determining significance under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, all with unanimous 7‑0 votes.

• Approved December 16, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Adopted item 26-0008: SEQR classification for sale of county‑owned tax foreclosure properties at 1504 English Rd, 16 Swansea Park, and 139 Renouf Dr (7-0)
• Adopted item 26-0010: SEQR classification and authorization for water main extension agreement for MCC Applied Technology Center‑STEM project in Brighton (7-0)
• Adopted item 26-0011: Authorized agreement and easement for water main extension and related fire protection and sewer district extension for MCC Applied Technology Center‑STEM project (7-0)

Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will confirm the reappointment of Julie Cianca as President. It will consider and accept several grant awards from federal and state agencies, including a Department of Justice DEA Task Force grant, a New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee grant for a Drug Recognition Experts Instructor, a DOJ‑US Marshals Service grant for the NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force‑Rochester Division, and two New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services grants for Continuum of Certified Pre‑Trial Services (2024‑2025 and 2025‑2026). These items are listed under New Business.

• Confirmation of reappointment of Julie Cianca – President
• Acceptance of a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice – Drug Enforcement Administration for the DEA Task Force
• Acceptance of a grant from the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee for a Drug Recognition Experts Instructor
• Acceptance of a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Marshals Service for the NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force‑Rochester Division
• Acceptance of two grants from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services for Continuum of Certified Pre‑Trial Services (2024‑2025 and 2025‑2026)

The Public Safety Committee confirmed Julie Cianca’s reappointment as President with an 8‑3 vote. It also unanimously accepted five grant proposals from federal and state agencies, including a DOJ DEA Task Force grant, a NY State traffic‑safety grant, a US Marshals Service fugitive‑task‑force grant, and two NY State pre‑trial services grants.

• Confirmed reappointment of Julie Cianca – Adopted 8‑3
• Accepted DOJ DEA Task Force grant – Adopted 11‑0
• Accepted NY State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee grant – Adopted 11‑0
• Accepted US Marshals Service Regional Fugitive Task Force grant – Adopted 11‑0
• Accepted NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services pre‑trial services grant (2024‑2025) – Adopted 11‑0
• Accepted NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services pre‑trial services grant (2025‑2026) – Adopted 11‑0

Recreation & Education Committee Meeting

The Recreation & Education Committee will discuss infrastructure agreements for Monroe Community College and authorizations for commercial events in county parks. The body will also review a gift for Highland Park repairs and a capital budget amendment for parks vehicles.

• Water main extension and easement for MCC Applied Technology Center-S.T.E.M. Addition Project in Brighton
• Agreements for 2026 commercial events in Monroe County Parks
• Gift from Highland Park Conservancy for Sunken Garden masonry repairs
• 2026 Capital Budget amendment to increase funding for Parks Replacement Vehicles
• 2026 Capital Budget amendment to decrease funding for Parks Heavy Duty Equipment

The Recreation & Education Committee approved four measures, all adopted unanimously (7‑0). It authorized a water main extension and private fire protection agreement for Monroe Community College’s STEM addition in Brighton (item 26‑0011). It approved agreements for commercial events in county parks for 2026 (26‑0012) and accepted a gift from the Highland Park Conservancy for masonry repairs at the Sunken Garden (26‑0018). It amended the 2026 capital budget, increasing funding for the “Parks Replacement Vehicles” project, authorizing an interfund transfer, and decreasing funding for the “Parks Heavy Duty Equipment” project (26‑0020).

• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes as submitted
• Authorized water main extension and fire protection agreements for MCC STEM project (26‑0011) – Adopted 7‑0
• Authorized agreements for 2026 commercial events in county parks (26‑0012) – Adopted 7‑0
• Accepted gift for Sunken Garden masonry repairs (26‑0018) – Adopted 7‑0
• Amended 2026 capital budget: increased Parks Replacement Vehicles funding, authorized interfund transfer, decreased Parks Heavy Duty Equipment funding (26‑0020) – Adopted 7‑0

Human Services Committee Meeting

The Monroe County Human Services Committee will consider authorizing a contract with Delphi Drug & Alcohol Council, Inc. for substance use and addiction treatment screening and referral services. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from the previous session.

• Approval of December 16, 2025 minutes
• Authorize contract with Delphi Drug & Alcohol Council, Inc. for substance use treatment

The committee approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It then authorized a contract with Delphi Drug & Alcohol Council, Inc. for substance‑use screening and referral services. The contract was adopted unanimously with a 9‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

• Approved December 16, 2025 meeting minutes (as submitted)
• Authorized contract with Delphi Drug & Alcohol Council, Inc. (9-0)

Full Legislature Meeting - Day 1

Full Legislature - Day 1

The Monroe County Legislature will vote on several capital‑improvement measures, including bond authorizations for major projects. It will consider a $10,175,000 bond to finance the Friendship Building renovation at Monroe Community Hospital and a $6,500,000 bond for baggage system upgrades at Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport. The body will also act on a sale of county‑owned tax‑foreclosure property on Euler Road in Churchville and schedule public hearings for multiple Northwest Quadrant Pure Waters District projects.

• Resolution 25-0397.br: Authorize issuance of $10,175,000 bonds for the Friendship Building and Grounds renovation at Monroe Community Hospital.
• Resolution 25-0391.br: Authorize issuance of $6,500,000 bonds to finance baggage system improvements at Frederick Douglass‑Greater Rochester International Airport.
• Item 4 (25-0391): Amend 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program to add the Baggage System Improvements project and contract with C&S Engineers, Inc. for design services.
• Item 25-0393: Authorize sale of county‑owned tax foreclosure property located at Euler Road, Churchville, NY 14428.
• Items 16‑22: Call public hearings on February 10, 2026 for proposed projects in the Northwest Quadrant Pure Waters District.