Oneida County public meetings in 2024

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition and Contract is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes several contracts and change orders. The most significant items are the award of construction contracts for the REA Wing renovation at Union Station, totaling over $1.4 million, and a change order adding $160,000 in allowances. Other items include a $50,000 state-funded child services contract and a $50,000 health department consulting agreement.

• Award $1,161,700 to Beebe Construction for general construction at REA Wing, Union Station
• Award $128,758 to Oneida Electrical for electrical work at REA Wing
• Award $87,900 to H.J. Brandeles for mechanical work at REA Wing
• Change Order 1 adds $160,000 in allowances across all REA Wing contracts
• Approve $50,000 ICAN SPIN contract for child services (state-funded)

Ways and Means

The Ways & Means committee is reviewing numerous dockets including significant bonding resolutions for county buildings, roads, and community college expansions. The body will also discuss various service agreements for mental health, family services, and airport operations.

• Bonding resolutions for MVCC Science and Tech Building ($42.08M) and Rome Campus Dental Hygiene program ($4.5M)
• Bonding for building improvements ($5M), road resurfacing ($3M), and bridge improvements ($4.5M)
• Bonding for 121 2nd Street building addition for Cornell Cooperative Extension ($8M)
• Supplemental appropriation of $165,202.00 to Youth Bureau accounts
• Proposed salary of $103,144 for Director of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

The Oneida County Ways and Means Committee approved a series of resolutions, including $30.4 million in bond authorizations for capital projects such as building improvements, road reconstruction, bridge work, and community college expansions. The committee also approved numerous contracts, grants, and agreements across county departments, and extended the terms of election commissioners to four years. All votes were 10-0 except the election commissioner extension, which passed 7-3.

• Approved $5M bond for building improvement program Phase 5 (10-0)
• Approved $3M bond for county road reconstruction (10-0)
• Approved $4.5M bond for bridge improvements (10-0)
• Approved $8M bond for Cornell Cooperative Extension addition (10-0)
• Approved $2M bond for asbestos removal at county office building (10-0)
• Approved $1.1M bond for county-wide computerization (10-0)
• Approved $14.4M bond for MVCC science and tech building (10-0)
• Extended election commissioner terms to four years (7-3)

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will vote on multiple bonding resolutions for building improvements, road and bridge work, and community college expansions. The meeting also includes numerous service agreements for mental health, family services, and airport operations.

• Bonding for MVCC Science and Tech Building expansion ($42.08M cost, $14.415M bonds)
• Bonding for Cornell Cooperative Extension addition at 121 2nd Street ($8M cost, $500k bonds)
• Bonding for county bridge improvements ($4.5M) and road resurfacing ($3M)
• Supplemental appropriation of $165,202.00 to Youth Bureau accounts
• Proposed salary of $103,144 for Director of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Health and Human Services

The Oneida County Health & Human Services Committee will meet on December 12, 2024, to consider a docket of items including the 2025 Youth Bureau Resource Allocation Plan, a supplemental appropriation of $165,202.00 to Youth Bureau accounts, and numerous purchase-of-service and renewal agreements for DFCS, Health, and Mental Health departments. The meeting will use extraordinary circumstances videoconferencing, with public access at the physical location or via remote link.

• Approval of 2025 Youth Bureau Resource Allocation Plan (2024-0949)
• Supplemental appropriation of $165,202.00 to DFCS Youth Bureau accounts (2024-0939)
• Purchase of services agreement with Cayuga Home for Children d/b/a Cayuga Centers (2024-0269)
• Foster care purchase agreement with Children's Home of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. (2024-0831)
• First renewal agreement with Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc. (2024-0555)

The Oneida County Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved all 19 docket items, including the 2025 Youth Bureau Resource Allocation Plan and a $165,202 supplemental appropriation to various DFCS Youth Bureau accounts. The committee also approved multiple purchase of services, foster care, and mental health agreements with various providers, all by a 10-0 vote.

• Approved 2025 Youth Bureau Resource Allocation Plan (10-0)
• Approved $165,202 supplemental appropriation to DFCS Youth Bureau accounts (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with Cayuga Home for Children d/b/a Cayuga Centers (10-0)
• Approved foster care agreement with The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. (10-0)
• Approved first renewal agreement with Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc. (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with House of the Good Shepherd (10-0)
• Approved amendment to grant agreement with NYS Department of Health (10-0)

Government Operations

The Oneida County Government Operations meeting will consider seven bond resolutions totaling $75.5 million for infrastructure, education, and technology projects. The board will also review IT service agreements, election commissioner term extensions, and tax assessment corrections.

• $5M bond for Phase 5 building improvements (DPW 071)
• $3M bond for county road reconstruction and resurfacing (DPW-076)
• $4.5M bond for county bridge improvements (DPW-077)
• $8M bond for 121 2nd Street building addition for Cornell Cooperative Extension (DPW-105)
• $42.08M bond for Mohawk Valley Community College science building reconstruction (MVC-051)

The Oneida County Government Operations Committee approved all docket items, including a temporary use agreement with Clinton Central School District, extending election commissioner terms to four years, several IT service agreements, tax refunds and corrections, and a package of eight bonding resolutions for capital projects. The most significant was the approval of a comprehensive building improvement program (Phase 5) with a $5,000,000 bond issuance, along with other bonds for road, bridge, and community college projects. All votes were unanimous except the election commissioner term extension, which passed 7-3.

• Approved temporary use agreement with Clinton Central School District (10-0)
• Extended election commissioner terms from two to four years, amending Nichole Shortell and Sarah F. Bormann's terms (7-3)
• Approved amendment and renewal agreement with Trainor Associates, Inc. for IT services (10-0)
• Approved professional services agreements with ConvergeOne, Inc., JDE Computer Staffing, Inc., and ComSource, Inc. (10-0 each)
• Approved seven refunds and nine corrections to erroneous tax assessments (10-0)
• Approved mortgage tax receipts and distribution for period ending September 2024 (10-0)
• Approved eight bonding resolutions totaling $32.39M in bond issuances for building, road, bridge, asbestos, computerization, and community college projects (10-0)

Public Safety

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee is meeting to review and vote on several agenda items, including grant agreements for emergency services and the district attorney's office, a jail radio maintenance contract, and a $70,000 transfer to sheriff accounts. The meeting will be held via videoconference due to extraordinary circumstances, with public access available at the physical location or remotely.

• Establishment of Capital Project H-EMG-130 – SICG Grant 2023 with $759,816.00 in state aid
• Approval of NYS Hazmat Grant agreement for $63,400.00 to purchase equipment for the Oneida/Herkimer HazMat Team
• Approval of equipment maintenance agreement with United Radio Service, Inc. for jail radio system, totaling $154,540.86 over five years
• Approval of grant agreements with NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for District Attorney and Probation
• Transfer of $70,000.00 to various sheriff accounts

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee met on December 12, 2024, and approved all 12 docket items by a 9-0 vote. These included emergency services capital projects, grant agreements, equipment maintenance and software support extensions, district attorney and probation grants, a sheriff's fund transfer, and an Axon agreement amendment. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved capital project H-EMG-130 for SICG Grant 2023 (9-0)
• Approved 2022 Hazmat Grant agreement and capital project H-EMG 134 (9-0)
• Approved equipment maintenance agreement with United Radio Service, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved software support extension with TriTech Software Systems (9-0)
• Approved extension of NYS Homeland Security grant agreement (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Innovative Practices, LLC (9-0)
• Approved two District Attorney grant agreements with NYS DCJS (9-0)
• Approved Probation grant agreement and Utica City School District agreement (9-0)

Public Works

The Public Works Committee is reviewing several bonding resolutions for infrastructure and facility improvements. The body is also considering multiple intermunicipal agreements and consultant contracts for transportation and environmental projects.

• Bonding for MVCC Science and Tech Building reconstruction and expansion at a maximum estimated cost of $42,080,000
• Bonding for a comprehensive building improvement program (Phase 5) at a maximum estimated cost of $5,000,000
• Bonding for county bridge improvements at a maximum estimated cost of $4,500,000
• Bonding for county road reconstruction and resurfacing at a maximum estimated cost of $3,000,000
• Transfer of $273,000.00 to various DPW accounts

The Oneida County Public Works Committee approved all 15 docket items unanimously (10-0), including a $273,000 transfer to various DPW accounts and eight bonding resolutions authorizing up to $70.08 million in bonds for projects like road reconstruction, bridge improvements, building upgrades, and community college work. The committee also approved several consultant agreements, intermunicipal agreements with the Towns of Kirkland and Camden, and a flood mitigation grant agreement with the Town of Camden.

• Approved $273,000 transfer to various DPW accounts (10-0)
• Approved 8 bonding resolutions totaling $70.08M for roads, bridges, buildings, and college projects (10-0)
• Approved consultant agreement with Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. (10-0)
• Approved amendment to consultant agreement with March Associates (10-0)
• Approved intermunicipal agreements with Town of Kirkland (2) and Town of Camden (1) (10-0)
• Approved flood mitigation grant agreement with Town of Camden (10-0)
• Approved change order with C & S Engineers, Inc. (10-0)
• Approved work order with Dormitory Authority and Mohawk Valley Community College (10-0)

Economic Development

The Economic Development & Tourism committee is meeting to review several dockets related to planning funds and corporate agreements. The body will consider a supplemental appropriation and amendments to existing grant and revenue sharing agreements.

• Supplemental appropriation of $200,000.00 to Planning (Docket 2024-0827)
• Amendment to a grant and revenue sharing agreement with Adirondack Techs, LLC (Docket 2024-0962)
• Agreement between Oneida County and Economic Development Growth Enterprises Corporation, d/b/a Mohawk Valley Edge (Docket 2024-0952)

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism committee unanimously approved three items: a $200,000 supplemental appropriation for planning grant expenses, an amendment to a grant and revenue sharing agreement with Adirondack Techs, LLC, and an agreement with Mohawk Valley EDGE. All votes were 10-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $200,000 supplemental appropriation for planning grant expenses (10-0)
• Approved amendment to grant and revenue sharing agreement with Adirondack Techs, LLC (10-0)
• Approved agreement with Mohawk Valley EDGE (10-0)

Airport Committee

The Oneida County Airport Committee will meet on December 12, 2024, to consider several airport-related items, including task orders for consultant services, amendments to capital projects, fund transfers, a new capital project for airfield lighting, a contribution agreement, a salary for a new UAS director position, and amendments to the 2025 rates and fees schedule. The meeting will use videoconferencing due to extraordinary circumstances.

• Task Order #27 to master agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. (2024-0824)
• Amendment to capital project H-AIR 098 – Apron 1 & 2 Rehab Phase 1 Construction (2024-1004)
• Transfer of $175,000 for marketing expenses (2024-0942)
• Transfer of $280,500 for other expenses (2024-0943)
• Set salary for Director of Unmanned Aircraft Systems at $103,144 (2024-1027)

The Oneida County Airport Committee approved 10 of 11 agenda items, including capital project amendments, fund transfers, and a new capital project for airfield lighting. A task order for consultant services (2024-0824) failed with a 0-0 vote due to lack of a seconding motion. All approvals were unanimous (7-0) with two members absent.

• Approved amendment to capital project H-AIR 098 for Apron 1 & 2 rehab (7-0)
• Approved amendment to capital project H-AIR 104 for obstruction mitigation (7-0)
• Approved transfer of $175,000 for airport marketing expenses (7-0)
• Approved transfer of $280,500 for other airport expenses (7-0)
• Approved task order #26 with C&S Engineers (7-0)
• Approved designation as lead agency for SEQR on airport business park (7-0)
• Established capital project H-AIR-137 for airfield lighting upgrades (7-0)
• Approved contribution agreement with Griffiss Utility Services for Triangle Project (7-0)

Acquisition and Contract

The Board of Acquisition & Contract is reviewing several service agreements and construction change orders. Key items include a major sewer project award and various health and social service contracts.

• Contract award to National Water Main Cleaning Co. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract 17 for $3,798,700.00
• Factory Protection Plan for microturbines from Cogeneration Contractors, Inc. (RSP Systems) for $549,021
• Change Order GC-14 with Murnane Building Contractors for the Public Parking Facility for $66,256.84
• Professional architectural and engineering services contract with Delta Engineers not to exceed $30,000
• Respite for Caregivers MOU with Alzheimer's Association Central New York Chapter for $49,500.00

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract met on November 20, 2024, and approved all three items on the consent agenda unanimously (3-0). These included an air medical services agreement with Mercy Flight, a GIS/inspection software contract with GateKeeper Systems, Inc., and a change order with H J Brandeles for PVC downspout/cleanout cover work. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Mercy Flight air medical services agreement (3-0)
• Approved GateKeeper Systems, Inc. GIS/Inspection software contract (3-0)
• Approved H J Brandeles change order PL-06 for PVC downspout/cleanout cover, H-DPW-043, H2249704 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Ways and Means

The committee will review various dockets including property acquisitions, service agreements, and grant applications. The body is deciding on several contracts for family services, public health, and infrastructure.

• Approval to purchase Mohawk Glen Golf Club in the City of Rome
• Supplemental appropriation of $165,192.00 for the Board of Elections
• Authorization to apply for $3,000,000 in grants for food access efforts
• Agreement with New York State DOT for snow and ice removal for 2024-2029
• Agreement amendment with the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties for the 2024 Tornado Relief Fund

Board of Legislators

The Oneida County Board of Legislators will meet to discuss and vote on numerous resolutions, including the approval of the 2025 operating budget and capital budget. The agenda also features a proposal to purchase the Mohawk Glen Golf Club in Rome, grant applications totaling $3,000,000 for food access efforts, and various department contracts and agreement amendments.

• Approval of 2025 operating budget, 2025 capital budget, and six-year capital program
• Approval to purchase Mohawk Glen Golf Club in the City of Rome (Tax Map ID# 224.000-0001-004.002) and amend capital project H-AIR 085
• Application for NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets grants totaling $3,000,000 to support food access efforts
• Supplemental appropriation of $165,192.00 for Board of Elections materials and supplies
• Agreement amendment with the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties to administer the 2024 Tornado Relief Fund

Health and Human Services

The Oneida County Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved all 11 docket items, including memorandums of understanding, purchase of services agreements, and grant agreements. All votes were 10-0 except for one 9-1 vote on a state health grant, with Legislator Newton dissenting. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved MOU with Rome Housing Authority and Mohawk Valley Housing and Homeless Coalition (10-0)
• Approved amendment to purchase of services agreement with House of the Good Shepherd (10-0)
• Approved amendment to legal services agreement with Stephen W. Haggas, Esq. (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with City of Utica (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with North Utica Senior Citizens Recreation Center (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with Steuben County Dept. of Social Services (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York (10-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with City of Rome (10-0)

Government Operations

The Government Operations committee will review several dockets including funding and agreements for the Board of Elections. The body will also consider a voice and data services agreement and an amendment to personnel rules.

• Supplemental appropriation of $165,192.00 for Board of Elections materials and supplies
• Poll site agreement between Board of Elections and Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute
• Extension of grant agreement between Oneida County Board of Elections and New York State Board of Elections
• Voice and data services agreement between Department of Information Technology and Charter Communications Operating, LLC
• Amendment to Section D of the Personnel Rules of Oneida County

The Oneida County Government Operations Committee met on November 7, 2024, and unanimously approved six dockets. These included a $165,192 supplemental appropriation for Board of Elections materials, a poll site agreement with Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, an extension of a grant agreement with the New York State Board of Elections, approval of bids from a September property auction, a voice and data services agreement with Charter Communications, and an amendment to the county personnel rules. All votes were 10-0.

• Approved $165,192 supplemental appropriation for Board of Elections materials (10-0)
• Approved poll site agreement with Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute (10-0)
• Approved extension of grant agreement with NY State Board of Elections (10-0)
• Approved bids from September 21, 2024 property auction (10-0)
• Approved voice and data services agreement with Charter Communications (10-0)
• Approved amendment to Section D of county personnel rules (10-0)

Public Safety

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee is considering several grant agreements and personnel changes. Key items include funding for indigent legal services and the purchase of hazmat equipment.

• Grant agreement for $18,284,944.20 from the NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services for the Public Defender's Office
• Grant agreement for $63,400.00 from the NYS Division of Homeland Security for HazMat equipment
• Memorandum of Agreement to allow hiring non-correctional Sheriff's staff at up to step 3 on the pay scale
• Certification of $29,927.34 in Section 606 expenses for the Public Defender, Criminal Division
• Agreement between the District Attorney's Office and Axon Enterprise, Inc. for evidence justice services

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee met on November 7, 2024, and approved all five docket items by unanimous 9-0 votes. These included a sheriff's department labor agreement, a hazmat grant, public defender expense certifications and a grant, and a district attorney's Axon evidence services agreement. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved sheriff's department labor agreement with Local 1249 (9-0)
• Approved 2021 Hazmat Grant agreement with NYS Homeland Security (9-0)
• Approved certification of Section 606 expenses for Public Defender (9-0)
• Approved grant agreement with NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services (9-0)
• Approved Axon Evidence Justice Services agreement for District Attorney (9-0)

Public Works

The Oneida County Public Works Committee will meet to review several inter-agency agreements and personnel requests. The body is considering contracts for snow removal and court system services, as well as the creation of a new part-time position.

• Agreement with NYS Department of Transportation for snow and ice removal for 2024-2029 seasons
• Proposal to create one part-time Assistant Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator position
• Agreement between Oneida County Public Works and the New York State Unified Court System
• Designation of County Executive Anthony J. Picente, Jr. as the responsible official for NYS DOT Equitable Business Opportunities Reporting System
• Revocable permit for non-commercial use of SUNY Polytechnic Institute facilities by Herkimer-Oneida Counties Transportation Council

The Oneida County Public Works Committee unanimously approved five items: designating the County Executive as the responsible local official for a NYS DOT reporting system, an agreement with the NYS Unified Court System, a snow and ice removal agreement with NYS DOT for 2024-2029, creation of a part-time assistant chief wastewater treatment plant operator position, and a revocable permit for SUNY Polytechnic facilities use. All votes were 10-0.

• Approved designation of County Executive as responsible local official for NYS DOT Equitable Business Opportunities Reporting System (10-0)
• Approved agreement with NYS Unified Court System (10-0)
• Approved snow and ice removal agreement with NYS DOT for 2024-2029 (10-0)
• Approved creation of one part-time assistant chief wastewater treatment plant operator position (10-0)
• Approved revocable permit for non-commercial use of SUNY Polytechnic facilities (10-0)

Economic Development

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism committee will meet to discuss a grant application. The body is considering authorization to seek funding from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

• Authorization to apply for $3,000,000 in grants from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets for food access efforts (Docket 2024-0887)

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism Committee voted 8-2 to authorize the county to apply to the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets for grants totaling $3,000,000 to support food access efforts. The motion was moved by Chair Keith Schiebel and seconded by Vice Chair Caroline Reale. Legislators Pratt and Flisnik voted against the authorization. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Authorized application for $3,000,000 in state grants for food access (8-2)
• Adjourned meeting (10-0)

Airport Committee

The Oneida County Airport Committee is meeting to consider two dockets: approval of Task Order #27 to a master agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. for consultant services, and advanced approval of grant agreements with the FAA and NY State DOT. The meeting will be held with videoconferencing due to extraordinary circumstances, and the public can participate remotely.

• Approval of Task Order #27 to master agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. for consultant services
• Advanced approval of grant agreements with the FAA and NY State DOT for the Department of Aviation

The Oneida County Airport Committee approved two items unanimously (7-0). First, they approved Task Order #28 to a master agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. for consultant services. Second, they gave advanced approval to grant agreements with the FAA and NYS DOT. Both motions passed with all seven present members voting in favor.

• Approved Task Order #28 to master agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved advanced grant agreements with FAA and NYS DOT (7-0)

Board of Legislators Budget Public Hearing

The Board of Legislators is meeting to conduct a public hearing and review resolutions. The agenda includes an executive update and a period for public comment.

• Public Hearing
• Consent Agenda-Resolutions
• Resolutions

Ways and Means Amendments

The Oneida County Ways & Means committee is scheduled to meet on November 6, 2024, to discuss and vote on the approval of the 2025 Capital Budget, the six-year capital program, and the 2025 Operating Budget as amended by the committee. The meeting will be held at 800 Park Avenue in Utica, New York, with options for remote public participation.

• Approval of 2025 Capital Budget as amended by Ways and Means (Docket 2024-961)
• Approval of Six Year Capital Program (Docket 2024-961)
• Approval of 2025 Operating Budget as amended by Ways and Means (Docket 2024-961)

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract will meet on November 6, 2024, to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and change orders. Key items include a $549,021 factory protection plan for microturbines, several contract change orders, and design services for county projects.

• $549,021 for 4-year Factory Protection Plan for microturbines at Water Pollution Control Plant
• $45,000 for website and graphic design services for Safe Harbour anti-trafficking plan
• Change orders decreasing contract prices: C-8D plumbing to $459,341.85, C-7D to $136,639, HVAC to $2,606,869.29
• $29,616.75 change order for DPW Public Parking Facility, contract total $44,792,274.76
• $45,000 for MARCH Associates design services for REA Wing Renovations

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract met on November 6, 2024, and unanimously approved all 11 items on the consent agenda. These included contracts for website design, engineering services, equipment warranties, and various construction change orders. All motions passed 3-0.

• Approved $45,000 website/graphic design contract with Design by Jade (3-0)
• Approved $19,500 engineering services contract with J.D. Plumley Engineering P.C. (3-0)
• Approved 5-year extended warranty for microturbines, no cost to county (3-0)
• Approved $549,021 4-year Factory Protection Plan for microturbines with RSP Systems (3-0)
• Approved change order decreasing H.J. Brandeles plumbing contract by $6,658.15 (3-0)
• Approved change order decreasing H.J. Brandeles plumbing contract by $19,361 and final payment of $136,639 (3-0)
• Approved $19,500 engineering services contract with Zangrilli Engineering, P.C. (3-0)
• Approved change order decreasing HVAC contract by $283,130.71 (3-0)

Budget Hearing DPW

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific budget items, contracts, or legislative proposals are listed for discussion or decision.

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract is meeting to consider a consent agenda with three items: a contract for temporary youth detention placements, consulting services for a bridge rehabilitation, and a design contract for a bridge replacement. The board will vote on these items, with the bridge replacement contract recommended for award to Barton & Loguidice for $113,500.

• Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth contract for temporary court-ordered youth detention placements
• Fisher Associates consulting and design services for Glass Factory Road Bridge over Nine Mile Creek (BIN 3311050)
• Barton & Loguidice recommended for Steuben Valley Road Bridge replacement design (BIN 3311080) at $113,500 not to exceed
• Three proposals received for Steuben Valley Road Bridge; Delta Engineers bid $131,990, Fisher Associates $130,438

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract approved three consent agenda items unanimously (3-0). These include a contract with Berkshire Farm Center for temporary youth detention placements, design services for the Glass Factory Road Bridge rehabilitation, and design services for the Steuben Valley Road Bridge replacement. The board then adjourned.

• Approved Berkshire Farm Center contract for temporary youth detention placements (3-0)
• Approved Fisher Associates for Glass Factory Road Bridge rehabilitation design services (3-0)
• Approved Barton & Loguidice for Steuben Valley Road Bridge replacement design services, not to exceed $113,500 (3-0)

Ways and Means

The Oneida County Ways & Means Committee is meeting to consider a range of items, including a local law to enforce state cannabis regulations, several health department agreements, supplemental appropriations, and various contracts and transfers. The agenda includes re-appointments of election commissioners and approval of the 2025 workers' compensation budget.

• Local Law Intro. 'E' of 2024 to authorize regulatory inspections and enforcement of NYS Cannabis Law
• Supplemental appropriation of $500,000 for Disaster Homes Program (DFCS)
• Supplemental appropriation of $100,000 for Mental Health grant-funded IIR
• Transfer of $1,100,000 to Sheriff's automotive equipment account
• Approval of inter-municipal agreement for sewer rehabilitation projects

Workers Compensation

The Oneida County Workers Compensation board will meet on October 9, 2024, to approve the proposed 2025 workers’ compensation budget. The meeting may be attended in person or remotely, with documents and a livestream available online. The board will also conduct roll call and other procedural items.

• Approval of the proposed Workers’ Compensation Budget for 2025

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will vote on several resolutions, including a local law to authorize regulatory inspections for cannabis enforcement. The board is also reviewing budget appropriations, personnel salaries, and various inter-agency agreements.

• Local Law Intro 'E' of 2024: Authorizing regulatory inspections to enforce NYS Cannabis Law
• Resolution 2024-0719: Supplemental appropriation of $500,000.00 for Disaster Homes Program
• Resolution 2024-0729: Transfer of $1,100,000.00 for Sheriff automotive equipment
• Resolution 2024-0780: Setting salary for Employee Benefits Administrator at $61,729
• Resolution 2024-0829: Approval of the proposed 2025 Workers’ Compensation budget

Budget Address

The Oneida County Board of Legislators is meeting to receive a special budget presentation. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, public hearing, and resolutions. The meeting will use videoconferencing due to extraordinary circumstances.

• Special Meeting Notice for Budget Presentation
• Public Hearing
• Consent Agenda-Resolutions
• Resolutions

Health and Human Services

The Oneida County Health & Human Services Committee is meeting to consider health department agreements, grant contracts, and supplemental appropriations for social services and mental health. The meeting takes place on October 3, 2024, with options for both physical and remote attendance. Key items include funding for the Disaster Homes Program and a mental health grant.

• Approval of an agreement between Oneida County Department of Health and Health Research, Inc. (Docket 2024-0611)
• Approval of a grant agreement between Oneida County Department of Health and New York State Department of Health (Docket 2024-0737)
• Approval of a master contract grant amendment between Oneida County Health Department and New York State Department of Health (Docket 2024-0768)
• Supplemental appropriation of $500,000.00 for the Other Expense Disaster Homes Program in DFCS-Social Services (Docket 2024-0719)
• Supplemental appropriation of $100,000.00 for grant-funded other expenses in Mental Health (Docket 2024-0783)

Government Operations

The Government Operations committee will review an agreement for a poll site and a budget transfer for the County Attorney. The body will also consider setting the salary for an Employee Benefits Administrator position.

• Early voting poll site agreement between Oneida County and Mohawk Valley Community College
• Transfer of $131,000.00 to various 1420 – County Attorney accounts
• Salary setting for Employee Benefits Administrator, Grade 33M, Step 1, at $61,729

Public Works

The Oneida County Public Works Committee is meeting to consider three agreements. These include partnerships with New York State and local municipalities for transportation, weights and measures, and sewer projects.

• Docket 2024-0339: Shared services agreement between Oneida County DPW and New York State Department of Transportation
• Docket 2024-0705: Agreement between Bureau of Weights and Measures and New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
• Docket 2024-0720: Inter-municipal agreement for New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation funds for sewer rehabilitation projects

Public Safety

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss a proposed transfer of $1,100,000.00 from the Sheriff's Jail salaries account to the Sheriff's automotive equipment account. The requested funds will allow the Sheriff's Department to purchase approximately 17 replacement vehicles as the department moves away from leasing through Enterprise Leasing. The meeting will take place with videoconferencing options available.

• Transfer of $1,100,000.00 from A3110 3150-101-000 (Sheriff - Jail / Inmates Salaries) to A3110 3110-251-000 (Sheriff - Administration - Automotive Equipment) for vehicle purchases.

Airport Committee

The Oneida County Airport Committee is meeting to discuss grant agreements between Oneida County's Department of Aviation, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the New York State Department of Transportation.

• Docket 2024-0772: Advanced approval of grant agreements between Oneida County Department of Aviation, the FAA, and the New York State Department of Transportation

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition and Contract met on October 2, 2024, at 800 Park Avenue in Utica, New York. The agenda includes consent items regarding facility repairs, contract change orders, and agreements. Specific items involve Murnane Building Contractors, Starr Mechanical, and other county business.

• Starr Mechanical water heater replacement at OCOB
• Murnane Building Contractors Change Order GC-002 for $297,680.00 for parking garage repairs
• Reduction in retainage for Murnane Builders, EJ Electric, and HJ Brandeles
• Murnane Building Contractors modifications and change orders under H-DPW-043
• Amendment to Agreement with Hon. Scott McNamara

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract met on October 2, 2024, and unanimously approved all consent agenda items. The most significant action was approving Change Order GC-002 for Murnane Building Contractors, Inc., adding $297,680 for additional structural slab repairs to the Oneida County Office Building parking garage, bringing the contract total to $6,706,048. Other approvals included a water heater replacement, several change orders for the public parking facility, and an amendment to an agreement with District Attorney Scott McNamara.

• Approved $297,680 change order for additional structural slab repairs (3-0)
• Approved $1,620.49 water heater replacement at OCOB (3-0)
• Approved reduction in retainage for Murnane, EJ Electric, and HJ Brandeles (3-0)
• Approved GC-11 water/landscaping/stair insulation/wire mesh modifications (3-0)
• Approved GC-10 gas main protection/concrete walks/cage repair/delineators (3-0)
• Approved GC-09 various changes incl. transferred work (3-0)
• Approved amendment to agreement with Hon. Scott McNamara (3-0)
• Approved agreement with North Utica Senior Citizens Recreation Center for NY Connects (3-0)

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition and Contract is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple contract awards and agreements, including a $1.26 million guide rail program bid, boiler valve repairs, electrical upgrades, and health-related service contracts. All items are listed for approval as part of the consent agenda.

• Award to Pavilion Drainage Supply Co., Inc. for 2023 Guide Rail Program, $1,260,593.73
• Award to H.J. Brandeles Corporation for boiler valve replacement at County Office Building, $21,900.00
• Award to Madonia Electric Inc. for Sheriff's Conference Room electrical upgrade, $5,871.80
• Change Order 1 to Usmail Electric, Inc. for MVCC electrical upgrades, credit of $18,819.20
• Rabies vaccine administration agreements with New Hartford Animal Hospital and Adirondack Veterinary Service, up to $28,068 and $10,000 respectively

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will vote on multiple service agreements for family, health, and planning departments. The meeting includes a request to apply for a broadband infrastructure grant and the consideration of two local laws.

• Authorization to apply for a ConnectAll Office grant of up to $2,420,047 for broadband infrastructure
• Flood mitigation grant agreement between the Department of Planning and the Village of Boonville
• Local law regarding the Smoking Paraphernalia Retail Control Act
• Local law authorizing regulatory inspections to enforce New York State Cannabis Law
• Lease agreement between Oneida County and NextEra Property Investments

Ways and Means

The Oneida County Ways & Means Committee will meet on September 11, 2024, to approve or advance several agreements and grants. Items include a $2.42 million broadband infrastructure grant application, multiple service agreements with nonprofits and agencies, and contracts for engineering, transportation, and public works projects.

• Approval of $2,420,047 ConnectALL broadband infrastructure grant application
• Approval of purchase-of-services agreements with Rescue Mission of Utica ($2024-0330) and Senior Citizens Council of Rome ($2024-0543)
• Approval of flood mitigation grant agreement with Village of Boonville ($2024-0394)
• Approval of change order No. 4 to Public Works engineering agreement with Fisher Associates ($2024-0566)
• Approval of installment payment agreement with Motorola Solutions Credit Company for Emergency Services equipment ($2024-0706)

Economic Development

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism committee will meet on September 5, 2024, to discuss a $2.42 million broadband infrastructure grant application and a revenue agreement with Mohawk Valley Community College. The meeting will be held in the Board Chamber, Oneida County Office Building, and is accessible via videoconference.

• Authorization for $2,420,047 ConnectALL broadband infrastructure grant application
• Approval of revenue agreement with Mohawk Valley Community College for workforce development

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism Committee approved two items unanimously (7-0). First, it authorized the county to apply for a $2,420,047 Empire State Development ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Program Phase 3 grant to install broadband internet infrastructure in various locations. Second, it approved a revenue agreement between the county's Office of Workforce Development and Mohawk Valley Community College. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized application for $2,420,047 broadband infrastructure grant (7-0)
• Approved revenue agreement with Mohawk Valley Community College (7-0)

Airport Committee

The Oneida County Airport Committee is meeting to consider the advanced approval of grant agreements. These agreements involve the Oneida County Department of Aviation, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the New York State Department of Transportation.

• Docket 2024-0700: Advanced approval of grant agreements between Oneida County, the FAA, and the New York State Department of Transportation
• Docket 2024-0701: Advanced approval of grant agreements between Oneida County, the FAA, and the New York State Department of Transportation

The Oneida County Airport Committee met on September 5, 2024, and unanimously approved two advanced grant agreements between the county and the FAA and NYSDOT. Both motions passed 9-0. The meeting adjourned without further substantive discussion.

• Approved advanced grant agreement 2024-0700 with FAA and NYSDOT (9-0)
• Approved advanced grant agreement 2024-0701 with FAA and NYSDOT (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Health and Human Services

The Health and Human Services Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve several service agreements. These include contracts for family, community, and senior services, as well as health department transportation management.

• Amendment to purchase of services agreement with Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc. (2024-0330)
• Four agreements with Elderlife, Inc. d/b/a 50 Forward Mohawk Valley (2024-0539, 2024-0540, 2024-0541, 2024-0542)
• Purchase of services agreement with Senior Citizens Council of Rome, NY d/b/a Copper City Community Connection (2024-0543)
• Agreement with Hope Chapel Ministries, Inc. (2024-0668)
• Transportation management services agreement between the Health Department and VMC Consultants, Inc. (2024-0732)

The Health and Human Services Committee approved all nine docketed agreements, including amendments and new contracts with local service providers. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with four members absent. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved amendment to purchase of services agreement with Rescue Mission of Utica (6-0)
• Approved agreement with ElderLife Inc. d/b/a 50 Forward Mohawk Valley (6-0)
• Approved agreement with ElderLife Inc. d/b/a 50 Forward Mohawk Valley (6-0)
• Approved agreement with ElderLife Inc. d/b/a 50 Forward Mohawk Valley (6-0)
• Approved agreement with ElderLife Inc. d/b/a 50 Forward Mohawk Valley (6-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with Senior Citizens Council of Rome d/b/a Copper City Community Connection (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Hope Chapel Ministries Inc. (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Oneida County (6-0)

Public Safety

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider two dockets: approval of a template agreement for Special Patrol Officers (SPOs) in schools for the 2024-2025 year, and approval of an installment payment agreement with Motorola Solutions Credit Company for emergency services. The SPO template would let school districts hire sheriff's deputies at $29.34 per hour, fully reimbursed by districts. The Motorola agreement details are not provided in the agenda.

• Approval of Special Patrol Officer template for 14 school districts, with 54.5 FTE SPOs total
• SPO rate: $29.34 per hour (includes fringe, excludes health insurance)
• Districts reimburse 100% of costs; agreement term Sept 1, 2024 – Aug 31, 2025
• Approval of installment payment agreement with Motorola Solutions Credit Company LLC (details not in agenda)
• Meeting uses extraordinary circumstances videoconferencing per Local Law 1 of 2024

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee approved two items unanimously (7-0). First, a template for Special Patrol Officer services between the Sheriff's Office and school districts was approved. Second, an installment payment agreement with Motorola Solutions Credit Company LLC for emergency services was approved. Both motions passed with all present members voting in favor; two members were absent.

• Approved template for Special Patrol Officer services with school districts (7-0)
• Approved installment payment agreement with Motorola Solutions Credit Company LLC (7-0)

Public Works

The Oneida County Public Works Committee is meeting to consider several agenda items, including a change order for an engineering agreement, a flood mitigation grant for the Village of Boonville, a lease agreement with NextEra Property Investments, and a preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation. The meeting will be held in person and via videoconference.

• Approval of Change Order No. 4 to an agreement with Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C.
• Approval of a flood mitigation grant agreement with the Village of Boonville
• Approval of a lease agreement with NextEra Property Investments
• Approval of a preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc.

The Public Works Committee approved four items unanimously (9-0): a change order with Fisher Associates, a flood mitigation grant agreement with the Village of Boonville, a lease with Nextera Property Investments for property in Rome, and a preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation. All votes were 9-0 with Legislator Christopher Newton absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Change Order No. 4 with Fisher Associates (9-0)
• Approved flood mitigation grant agreement with Village of Boonville (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Nextera Property Investments for 100-126 West Dominick St., Rome (9-0)
• Approved preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation (9-0)

Acquisition and Contract

The Board of Acquisition & Contract is meeting to review a consent agenda featuring two state-funded projects. These items focus on child welfare training and the development of a mobile application for public wellbeing.

• Trauma-informed training for child welfare employees and partners: $22,500 (100% State Funded)
• Contract with OVC, LLC for a custom mobile app, maintenance, and marketing kit: $44,962.50 (100% State Funded)

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition and Contract is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and change orders. Key items include a change order for electrical work at the County Office Building, design services for bridge and streambank projects, and a contract for painting the law library. The board will also review a fiscal impact analysis of recent tornado damage.

• Change Order #8 for Contract #128718 with Oneida Electrical Contractors, Inc. for $351.56, bringing total to $198,976.78 for condenser pump power at County Office Building
• Change Order #4 with Fisher Associates for $2,329.99 for bridge replacement and slope stabilization projects (total $143,609.99)
• Design services contract with Delta Engineers for $9,938 for Roberts Creek streambank stabilization in New Hartford
• Contract award to ProFinish Paint and Drywall for $110,000 for interior painting of Oneida County Law Library
• Retain CME Associates for $38,968 for testing services on Parking Garage Repairs project

Ways and Means

The Oneida County Ways & Means Committee will meet on August 14, 2024, to approve multiple contracts and fund transfers, primarily related to tornado recovery and ongoing county services. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as roll call and docket reviews.

• Transfer of $5,000,000.00 to DPW for emergency disaster work
• Approval of a $232,000.00 transfer to Emergency Services for equipment
• Approval of a commercial emergency work authorization with SERVPRO
• Approval of a $152,500.00 transfer to Planning for community assistance
• Approval of a successor collective bargaining agreement for MVCC

The Oneida County Ways and Means Committee approved a $5 million transfer for emergency disaster work and a commercial emergency work authorization with SERVPRO, both by 9-0 votes. The committee also approved numerous contracts, agreements, and budget transfers, including a renewal with Central New York Health Home Network, a purchase of services agreement with YWCA of the Mohawk Valley, and a successor collective bargaining agreement with Mohawk Valley Community College Professional Association. A proposed agreement with the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties to administer the 2024 Tornado Relief Fund failed with a 0-0 vote, meaning it was not approved.

• Approved $5,000,000 transfer for DPW emergency disaster work (9-0)
• Approved commercial emergency work authorization with SERVPRO (9-0)
• Approved renewal and amendment with Central New York Health Home Network (9-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with YWCA of the Mohawk Valley (9-0)
• Approved successor collective bargaining agreement with MVCC Professional Association (9-0)
• Approved $152,500 transfer for community assistance/planning (9-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $415,696 for planning (9-0)
• Failed agreement with Community Foundation for 2024 Tornado Relief Fund (0-0)

Board of Legislators

The Board of Legislators will meet to vote on various service agreements, grant renewals, and capital projects. Key items include disaster relief funding and the appointment of a new legislator for the 12th District.

• Transfer of $5,000,000.00 for DPW emergency disaster work
• Appointment of Kenneth White to represent the 12th Legislative District
• Agreement with Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties to administer the 2024 Tornado Relief Fund
• Establishment of Capital Project H-PLN-136 for the Exit 31 Traffic Study
• Supplemental appropriation of $415,696.00 for grant funded expenditures in Planning

Health and Human Services

The Health and Human Services committee is meeting to review and potentially approve several purchase of services agreements and grant renewals. These items involve the Department of Family and Community Services and the Department of Mental Health.

• Renewal and amendment of agreements with Central New York Health Home Network, Inc. (Dockets 2024-0283, 2024-0289)
• Purchase of services agreement with YWCA of the Mohawk Valley (Docket 2024-293)
• Purchase of services agreement with The Neighborhood Center, Inc. (Docket 2024-0329)
• Purchase of services agreement with Integrated Community Alternatives Network, Inc. (Docket 2024-0335)
• Retroactive grant agreement renewal with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (Docket 2024-0453)

Economic Development

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism committee will meet on August 8, 2024, to decide on two dockets: a $152,500 transfer for community planning and the approval of a new collective bargaining agreement between the county, MVCC, and the MVCC Professional Association. The meeting will be held in the Board Chamber, Oneida County Office Building, and is accessible in person or via remote link.

• Transfer of $152,500 to Planning (Community Assistance/Planning)
• Approval of successor collective bargaining agreement for MVCC and MVCC Professional Association

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism Committee approved two items: a $152,500 transfer to the planning/community assistance budget and a successor collective bargaining agreement between the county, MVCC, and the MVCC Professional Association. Both motions passed unanimously (8-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved transfer of $152,500 to account 8020 6411.495-000 for community assistance/planning (8-0)
• Approved successor collective bargaining agreement between Oneida County, MVCC Board of Trustees, and MVCC Professional Association (8-0)

Public Works

The Oneida County Public Works meeting will decide on amendments to three existing consultant contracts and two budget transfers. The body will also establish a traffic study for Exit 31 and hear presentations, but no major policy decisions are scheduled beyond these items.

• Approval of amendment to A/E consultant agreement with Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C.
• Approval of contract with CHA Consulting, Inc.
• Approval of Change Order No. 2 with Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C.
• Establishment of Capital Project H – PLN – 136 – Exit 31 Traffic Study
• Transfer of $104,266.00 and supplemental appropriation of $519,962.00 for planning projects

The Oneida County Public Works Committee met on August 8, 2024, and approved all six items on its docket, each by an 8-0 vote. These included amendments to consultant agreements with Barton & Loguidice and Fisher Associates, a new contract with CHA Consulting, establishment of a capital project for an Exit 31 traffic study, and two budget adjustments for planning. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Approved amendment to architectural/engineering consultant agreement with Barton & Loguidice (8-0)
• Approved contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 to agreement with Fisher Associates (8-0)
• Established capital project H-PLN-136 for Exit 31 traffic study (8-0)
• Approved transfer of $104,266.00 to other fund budget (8-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $519,962.00 for grant-funded planning expenses (8-0)

Public Safety

The committee is considering several state grants for probation, emergency services, and the District Attorney's office. It will also review a fund transfer to address inconsistent 911 radio coverage.

• Approval of a $2,436,349.03 NYS DCJS LETECH grant for 911 dispatch upgrades and Sheriff's Office equipment
• Proposed transfer of $232,000.00 for new 911 radios to fix inconsistent coverage
• Approval of a $427,163.00 Raise the Age grant for Probation Department staffing and services
• Approval of a $50,000.00 Violence Intervention grant for ShotSpotter gunshot detection system costs
• Establishment of Capital Project H-EMG 135 for the LETECH grant award

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee approved four items unanimously (8-0): a Raise the Age grant agreement, a $232,000 transfer for emergency services equipment, a state grant for emergency services technology, and a grant for the District Attorney's office. All were approved without discussion or opposition.

• Approved Raise the Age grant agreement with NYS DCJS (8-0)
• Approved $232,000 transfer to Emergency Services Admin-Other Equipment (8-0)
• Approved NYS DCJS LETECH grant award and capital project H-EMG 135 (8-0)
• Approved grant agreement for District Attorney's office (8-0)

Government Operations

The Oneida County Government Operations committee will meet to discuss county business. The primary item is a proposed contract amendment and funding increase for the Board of Elections.

• Docket 2024-0423: Proposed $9,770.00 supplemental appropriation for office equipment (1450 1450.211-000) via the Board of Elections

The Government Operations Committee approved an amendment to a master contract for grants between Oneida County and New York State, along with a supplemental appropriation of $9,770 for office equipment for the Board of Elections. The motion passed unanimously with 8 votes in favor and none against. Two legislators were absent. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved amendment to master contract for grants with NY State Board of Elections (8-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $9,770 for office equipment (elections) (8-0)

Airport

The Oneida County Airport Committee will meet on August 8, 2024, to approve three new task orders for consultant services with C & S Engineers, Inc. The meeting will be held in the Board Chamber, Oneida County Office Building, and is open to the public in person or via remote link.

• Approval of Task Order #19 to a master agreement for consultant services with C & S Engineers, Inc.
• Approval of Task Order #23 to a master agreement for consultant services with C & S Engineers, Inc.
• Approval of Task Order #25 to a master agreement for consultant services with C & S Engineers, Inc.

The Oneida County Airport Committee approved three task orders (2024-0271, 2024-0428, 2024-0528) to a master agreement with C & S Engineers, Inc. for consultant services. All three motions passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Task Order #19 to C & S Engineers master agreement (6-0)
• Approved Task Order #23 to C & S Engineers master agreement (6-0)
• Approved Task Order #25 to C & S Engineers master agreement (6-0)

Acquisition and Contract

The Board of Acquisition & Contract is meeting to review a consent agenda including several service agreements and contract extensions. Key items include marketing for a veterans' suicide prevention program and architectural updates for Union Station.

• Agreement with iHeart Media for marketing services for the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program for a maximum of $19,997.75
• Amendment to contract 179566 for architectural design services at Union Station (no change to total contract amount of $28,700.00)
• Purchase of services agreement between Department of Family and Community Services and YWCA of the Mohawk Valley
• Purchase of services agreement between Department of Family and Community Services and Helio Health, Inc.
• Contract extensions for BRN #2234 (All States Construction, Inc., Suit-Kote Corporation, and Vestal Asphalt, Inc.) and BRN #2228 (Best Plumbing Specialties, Inc.)

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract met on August 7, 2024, and approved all six items on the consent agenda by a 3-0 vote. These included a no-cost amendment to an architectural design contract for Union Station, a professional services agreement with iHeart Media, an agreement with YWCA of the Mohawk Valley, extensions for bid references on materials and plumbing, and a purchase of services agreement with Helio Health, Inc. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved amendment to contract 179566 for Union Station corridor design, adding unit prices with no cost change (3-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with iHeart Media for SSG Fox SPGP (3-0)
• Approved agreement with YWCA of the Mohawk Valley (3-0)
• Approved extension of Bid Reference No. 2234 for liquid bituminous and Portland cement materials (3-0)
• Approved purchase of services agreement with Helio Health, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved extension of BRN 2228 for plumbing (3-0)

Ways and Means

The Oneida County Ways & Means Committee is meeting on July 10, 2024, to consider 25 dockets, including budget transfers, contract approvals, and appointments. Key items include the 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget, several grant agreements, and a property transfer to Mohawk Valley EDGE. The meeting will be held in the Board of Legislators Chamber and via videoconference.

• Approval of 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget
• Transfer of $50,000 to automotive parts & supplies account (WQWPC)
• Approval of agreement between Oneida County and Oneida Indian Nation (Sheriff's Office)
• Establishment of capital project HG WPC-817 – Sewer Rehabilitation – District Wide
• Transfer of property in Town of Whitestown to Mohawk Valley EDGE

The Oneida County Ways and Means Committee approved all 25 docket items unanimously (10-0), with Legislator Robert Koenig absent. Approvals included the 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget, a property transfer in the Town of Whitestown to Mohawk Valley EDGE, and multiple grant agreements, contracts, and budget transfers across various departments. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved GAAP budget transfers to various departmental accounts (10-0)
• Approved assisted living services template for provider agreements (10-0)
• Approved renewal agreement with Northwoods Consulting Partners (10-0)
• Approved agreement with Oneida Indian Nation (10-0)
• Approved NYS Canal Corporation grant agreement (10-0)
• Approved court security contract with NYS Unified Court System (10-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget (10-0)
• Approved transfer of property in Town of Whitestown to Mohawk Valley EDGE (10-0)

Board of Legislators

The Oneida County Board of Legislators will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget, then vote on a consent agenda and a series of resolutions. These include agreements with the Oneida Indian Nation, New York State agencies, and various contractors, as well as budget transfers and capital project approvals. The meeting also includes an informational letter on fund balance and bonding for 2024.

• Public hearing on the 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget
• Approval of agreement between Oneida County and the Oneida Indian Nation (Sheriff's Office)
• Approval of court security contract with New York State Unified Court System
• Approval of 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget
• Transfer of $50,000 to automotive parts and supplies account (Water Pollution)

The Oneida County Board of Legislators unanimously approved all 25 resolutions on the agenda, including the 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget, several grant agreements, and various contracts. A public hearing on the MVCC budget was held with no speakers. The board also heard presentations on Sheriff's Office re-accreditation and the Boonville-Oneida County Fair.

• Approved 2024-2025 MVCC operating budget (20-0)
• Approved GAAP transfer of specified amounts to departmental accounts (20-0)
• Approved assisted living services template agreement (20-0)
• Approved agreement with Oneida Indian Nation (20-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Office grant agreement with NYS Canal Corporation (20-0)
• Approved court security contract with NYS Unified Court System (20-0)
• Approved District Attorney grant agreement with NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (20-0)
• Approved airport grant agreements and capital project H-AIR-129-ND 784 renovation (20-0)

Health and Human Services

The Oneida County Health & Human Services committee is meeting to consider two agenda items: approving a template for assisted living services agreements with various providers, and approving a renewal agreement with Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc. The meeting will be held in person and via videoconference.

• Approval of a template for assisted living services agreements (Docket 2024-0287)
• Approval of a renewal agreement with Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc. (Docket 2024-0315)

The Oneida County Health and Human Services Committee approved two items unanimously (8-0). First, they approved a template for assisted living services agreements between the county and various providers. Second, they approved a renewal agreement with Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc. Both items were introduced by Messrs. Boucher and Flisnik.

• Approved template for assisted living services agreements (8-0)
• Approved renewal agreement with Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc. (8-0)

Economic Development

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism committee will meet on July 9, 2024, to approve the 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget, an operating agreement with the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority, and a budget transfer and property transfer to Mohawk Valley EDGE Corporation. The meeting will be held in Room 1045, 10th Floor, 800 Park Ave., Utica, NY 13501, with remote participation available.

• Approval of 2024-2025 Mohawk Valley Community College operating budget
• Approval of operating agreement with Central New York Regional Transportation Authority
• Approval of budget transfer and agreement with Mohawk Valley EDGE Corporation
• Transfer of property in the Town of Whitestown to Mohawk Valley EDGE Corporation

The Oneida County Economic Development & Tourism Committee approved all four docket items unanimously (8-0), including the Mohawk Valley Community College 2024-2025 operating budget, an operating agreement with the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority, a budget transfer and agreement with Mohawk Valley EDGE, and the transfer of property in the Town of Whitestown to Mohawk Valley EDGE. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved MVCC 2024-2025 operating budget (8-0)
• Approved operating agreement with CNY Regional Transportation Authority (8-0)
• Approved budget transfer and agreement with Mohawk Valley EDGE (8-0)
• Approved property transfer in Town of Whitestown to Mohawk Valley EDGE (8-0)

Public Safety

The Oneida County Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider five dockets, all involving approval of agreements or contracts. These include an agreement with the Oneida Indian Nation, a grant from New York State's Canal Corporation, a court security contract with the state Unified Court System, a grant from the state Division of Criminal Justice Services, and a contract extension for a 911 diversion program. The meeting is open to the public in person or via videoconference.

• Approval of agreement between Oneida County and Oneida Indian Nation (docket 2024-0389)
• Approval of grant agreement with NYS Canal Corporation for Sheriff's Office (docket 2024-0300)
• Approval of court security contract with NYS Unified Court System (docket 2024-0301)
• Approval of grant agreement with NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for District Attorney (docket 2024-0307)
• Approval of 911 diversion program contract extension with Innovative Practices, LLC (docket 2024-0397)

The Oneida County Board of Legislators approved five public safety-related agreements, all by an 8-0 vote with one member absent. These included agreements with the Oneida Indian Nation, New York State Canal Corporation, New York State Unified Court System, New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, and a 911 diversion program contract extension with Innovative Practices, LLC. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agreement with Oneida Indian Nation (8-0)
• Approved grant agreement with NYS Canal Corporation (8-0)
• Approved court security contract with NYS Unified Court System (8-0)
• Approved grant agreement with NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (8-0)
• Approved 911 diversion program contract extension with Innovative Practices, LLC (8-0)

Airport

The Oneida County Airport Committee will meet on July 9, 2024, to consider two grant agreements with the New York State Department of Transportation. One agreement establishes capital project H-AIR-129-ND 784 for a renovation. The meeting will be held in person and via videoconference.

• Approval of grant agreement for capital project H-AIR-129-ND 784 renovation
• Approval of a second grant agreement with NYS DOT (docket 2024-272)

Public Works

The Oneida County Public Works Committee will meet to consider several items, including approving amendments to agreements for Mohawk Valley Community College and the Upper Mohawk Valley Memorial Auditorium Authority, establishing a capital project for district-wide sewer rehabilitation, and approving master agreements for engineering and consulting services. The committee will also vote on a $50,000 transfer for automotive parts and supplies and an amendment to the EV charging stations capital project.

• Approval of first amendment to project services agreement with Dormitory Authority and MVCC
• Approval of site host agreement with Upper Mohawk Valley Memorial Auditorium Authority
• Amendment to capital project H-PLN-109 for EV charging stations
• Transfer of $50,000 to G 8100 8120.451-101 for automotive parts and supplies
• Establishment of capital project HG WPC-817 for district-wide sewer rehabilitation

The Oneida County Public Works Committee approved all seven docket items unanimously (10-0), including a first amendment to a project services agreement with MVCC, a site host agreement for the Upper Mohawk Valley Memorial Auditorium, an amendment to the EV charging stations capital project, a $50,000 transfer for automotive parts, establishment of a sewer rehabilitation capital project, and master agreements for engineering and consulting services. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved first amendment to MVCC project services agreement (10-0)
• Approved site host agreement with Upper Mohawk Valley Memorial Auditorium Authority (10-0)
• Approved amendment to capital project H-PLN-109 for EV charging stations (10-0)
• Approved transfer of $50,000 to automotive parts account (10-0)
• Established capital project HG WPC-817 for district-wide sewer rehabilitation (10-0)
• Approved master agreement and Task Order No. 1 with Environmental Design & Research (10-0)
• Approved master agreement and Task Order No. 1 with Arcadis of New York (10-0)

Government Operations

The Oneida County Government Operations committee is meeting to consider a first renewal of a master services agreement between the county's Personnel Department and Townsquare Media of Utica/Rome, Inc. The meeting will be held in person and via videoconference, with public access available. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of first renewal of master services agreement with Townsquare Media of Utica/Rome, Inc. (Docket 2024-0421)

The Oneida County Board of Legislators approved a first renewal of the master services agreement between the county's Department of Personnel and Townsquare Media of Utica/Rome, Inc. The motion passed unanimously with a 9-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved first renewal of master services agreement with Townsquare Media of Utica/Rome, Inc. (9-0)

Acquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approving a contract for financial analysis services, several change orders and a final payment for construction projects, rejecting bids for a parking lot barrier gate project and some highway materials, and accepting bids for highway materials and equipment rental. All items are routine administrative approvals.

• Contract with Three + One Company, LLC for $49,000 for cashVest® Liquidity & Treasury Analyses (May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2026)
• Change Order 002 with Beebe Construction Services, Inc. for a $3,820.25 credit on Wilcox Hall Soffit Replacement and EIFS Restoration Project (H-MVC-094)
• Reject all bids for Oneida County Courthouse & Office Building Parking Lot Barrier Gates (Bid #2259) due to cost overrun
• Final payment of $59,218.45 to Edgebrook Construction Co., Inc. for MVCC Academic Classrooms Renovations Flooring Replacement (H-MVC-072)
• Change Orders PL-03 ($8,167.11) and PL-04 ($8,733.98) with H.J. Brandeles Corporation for Public Parking Facility plumbing repairs

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract met on July 3, 2024, and approved all eight items on its consent agenda by unanimous 3-0 votes. These included a professional services agreement with Three+One Company for financial technology, several construction contracts for MVCC buildings and parking facilities, and awards for highway materials and equipment rental bids. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved professional services agreement with Three+One Company (3-0)
• Approved MVCC Wilcox Hall exterior repair & insulation contract H2355201 (3-0)
• Approved courthouse & office building parking lot barrier gates contract H2357701 (3-0)
• Approved MVCC Academic Classrooms flooring replacement contract H2254201 (3-0)
• Approved public parking facility plumbing contracts H2249704 PL-03 and PL-04 (3-0)
• Approved 2024 Highway Construction Materials bid awards, rejecting some proposals (3-0)
• Approved equipment rental with operator and cold micro-milling bid award (3-0)

Aquisition and Contract

The Oneida County Board of Acquisition & Contract approved nine items, all by a 3-0 vote. The largest expenditures were for bituminous concrete paving on various county highways and the reconfiguration of Taxiway A at the airport. The board also approved smaller contracts for building maintenance and a consulting agreement for police records management.

• Awarded $4,509,519.30 in bituminous concrete paving contracts to Barrett Paving, Dolomite Products, and Heidelberg Materials for 26 county roads
• Awarded $3,015,115.00 to Rifenburg Construction Inc. to reconfigure Taxiway A and rehabilitate connecting taxiways at the airport
• Awarded $741,803.78 to Mohawk Valley Materials for Obstruction Mitigation Phase 2 at the airport
• Approved a consulting agreement with Edin Selimovic for up to $45,000 for law enforcement camera and police records projects
• Approved $9,500 to ProFinish Paint & Drywall for painting canopies at the Oneida County Office Building