Steuben County, New York

County Legislature

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee is meeting in joint sessions to review claims, contracts, and personnel changes. The body will also consider accepting a state grant for septic system replacement.

• City of Corning Claim
• Hornell Appraisal-Award and Transfer
• Foil Management System contract and transfer of funds
• Creation of Deputy Director of Public Safety position
• Acceptance of NYS Septic System Replacement Fund Grant

Finance Committee

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing to discuss Local Law Tentatively No. Eight for the Year 2026. This proposed law seeks to amend the Steuben County Charter to reflect the adoption of the Steuben County General Codes.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Eight for the Year 2026
• Proposed amendments to the Steuben County Charter regarding the adoption of General Codes
• Proposed charter sections covering the County Legislature, County Manager, and various county departments

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will review department requests including personnel changes, budget renewals, and legal claims. The meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers.

• Appoint Assistant Public Defender to full-time, $101,745
• Create two Deputy Sheriff positions, $59,869 - $80,906
• Approve 2027 Workers’ Compensation Budget
• Award Auctioneering Services RFP
• Review City of Corning Claim

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several grant acceptances and budget transfers across Emergency Services, Public Works, Sheriff, and Elections departments. They will also review monthly financial reports, set the date for the 2026 delinquent real property tax auction, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve $1,596,000 Roadway Departure Safety Action Plan Grant
• Approve $1,323,874 State Interoperable Communications Grant
• Authorize creation of a Guiderail Replacement Capital Project and fund appropriation
• Accept $8,697.79 Bullet Proof Vest Grant for Sheriff's Office
• Set date and terms for the 2026 Delinquent Real Property Tax Auction

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will consider a new 5-year agreement with Axon for body cameras, accept multiple state grants totaling over $1.4 million, and discuss personnel changes including reclassifying part-time positions to full-time in the Public Defender and District Attorney offices.

• Accept SFY25/26 State Interoperable Communications Grant - $1,323,874
• Approve new 5-year agreement with Axon for body cameras
• Amend SRO agreements – increase to $50,000 per SRO
• Reclassify part-time Assistant Public Defender to full-time (salary range $78,219-$122,334)
• Approve resolution for License Plate Reader Project

The committee approved several grant acceptances and contract renewals for the District Attorney and Sheriff's Office. Decisions included reclassifying a part-time trainee position to full-time and authorizing equipment purchases for the backup 911 Center. Discussions also addressed potential deputy staffing increases.

• Approved June 1, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized District Attorney to renew contract with Institute for Human Services (4-0)
• Reclassified part-time Assistant District Attorney Trainee to full-time Management Grade I (4-0)
• Accepted SFY25/26 State Interoperable Communication Grant of $1,323,874.00 (4-0)
• Accepted SFY25 SHSP Grant of $69,656.00 (4-0)
• Accepted SFY25 Local Emergency Management Planning Grant of $34,253.00 (4-0)
• Authorized Motorola contract for backup 911 Center radio equipment for $346,125.74 (4-0)
• Authorized Intrado contract for backup 911 Center phone equipment for $117,179.80 (4-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider approving an addendum to a gas rights agreement with WB Steuben, LLC for the landfill, and a request to increase the highway major equipment budget line. Also up for action are bids for gas well pipe, traffic signs and delineators, an extension for overhead garage door services, and a rescission of a vendor award for street sign posts. No public comment is taken at this meeting unless arranged with the chair in advance.

• Approving addendum to Gas Rights Agreement with WB Steuben, LLC (WAGA)
• Request to increase Major Equipment Budget Line for Highway
• Bid for Gas Well Pipe installation
• Bid for Traffic Signs and Delineators
• Extension of Overhead Garage Door Services & Repairs contract

The committee approved a $1.68 million guiderail replacement project funded by a state grant. Members also authorized an amendment to the landfill gas rights agreement to transfer carbon credit ownership back to the County.

• Approved June 1, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized $6,000 addition for a Line Boring Kit with Drill to Highway Major Equipment (4-0)
• Accepted $1,596,000 Roadway Departure Safety Action Plan Grant (4-0)
• Created Guiderail Replacement Capital Project and appropriated $1,680,000 total funds (4-0)
• Authorized addendum to transfer carbon credit ownership from WAGA back to the County (4-0)
• Awarded gas well pipe installation bid to Core and Main for $17,118.03 (4-0)
• Declared Bradco Supply Company a non-responsive bidder and awarded traffic sign/delineator bid to Osburn Associates, Inc. (4-0)
• Extended overhead garage door services award to Overhead Door Co., Elmira through July 6, 2027 (4-0)

Office for the Aging Advisory Council

The Steuben County Office for the Aging Advisory Council Finance Committee will hold a routine meeting on July 2, 2026. The agenda includes welcome, public comment, approval of minutes, a director update, and a transportation discussion. No specific proposals, votes, or financial items are listed in the provided agenda.

• Director update by Gabe Smalt
• Transportation item to be discussed
• Public comment period offered

AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will convene to review meeting minutes from May 7, 2026, and discuss programming updates. The meeting will include a public comment period and other business.

• Review of May 7, 2026 meeting minutes
• Programming updates
• Public comment period
• Adjournment

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will consider the sale of a property and renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding with Arbor Development. The board will also hear a Treasurer's Report and receive an inventory status update and a Fenderson Avenue update. These items are up for discussion and potential action during the meeting.

• Sale of property (no specific property named)
• Renew MOU with Arbor Development
• Fenderson Avenue update
• Inventory status / updates
• Treasurer's Report

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation approved the sale of a parcel in Hornellsville and renewed its agreement with Arbor Development. The board also reviewed updates on several active rehabilitation and inventory projects.

• Approved June 3, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Authorized sale of 6238 North Main Street Extension to Dave Nelson for $1,000.00 (6-0)
• Authorized renewal of MOU with Arbor Development through June 30, 2027 (6-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee will review several departmental requests, including approving a memorandum of understanding with Arbor, discussing a warming station RFP, and authorizing contracts for preschool occupational and speech therapy services. The committee will also consider amending the Addison Central School transportation rate and a tuition aid request for a social work master's program costing $5,232.50.

• Approval of MOU with Arbor (Community Services)
• Discussion of Warming Station RFP (Social Services)
• Preschool contracts for occupational therapist Andrea Susan Whedbee and speech‑language pathologist Rhiannon Machuga Magin (Public Health)
• Authorization to amend the Addison Central School transportation rate (Public Health)
• Tuition aid request for Christine Colley’s master’s in social work – $5,232.50 (Personnel)

The committee approved a revised RFP for warming center services and authorized several preschool-related contracts. Additional approvals included an MOU for housing development, school transportation rate adjustments, and tuition aid.

• Approved June 3, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized Community Services to enter into a MOU with Arbor Housing Development (5-0)
• Authorized Social Services to issue an RFP for warming centers with discussed changes (5-0)
• Authorized new preschool contracts for Andrea Whedbee and Rhiannon Magin (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Addison Central school transportation rate to $75 per child (4-1)
• Extended inter-municipal agreement with Chemung County for preschool transportation until September 1, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved tuition aid reimbursement for Christine Colley ($5,232.50) (5-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee will meet to approve minutes, departmental requests including transit shelter contracts, and updates from outside agencies like the Industrial Development Agency.

• Approval of June 3, 2026 minutes
• MOU with Village of Bath for Bus Shelter
• Contract with Institute for Human Services for Mobility Management
• Designation of Explore Steuben as Official Tourism Promotion Agency
• IDA Activities Update and Small Business Roundtable Follow Up

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee voted unanimously to approve a $17,825 transit shelter contract with Handy Hut and authorize a mobility management funding agreement running through March 31, 2029. The committee also opened the annual review period for Agricultural District No. 3, designated the Steuben County Conference and Visitors’ Bureau as the official tourism promotion agency, and accepted a $20,000 state grant administered by Southern Tier Central. These actions fund bus route assistance for residents, establish land-use regulations for farming operations in the northwest county, and support local economic development initiatives. Members received status updates on several infrastructure projects but took no further action on them.

• Approved $17,825 transit shelter contract with Handy Hut (4-0)
• Authorized mobility management funding agreement through March 31, 2029 (4-0)
• Opened September review period for Agricultural District No. 3 (4-0)
• Designated Steuben County Conference and Visitors’ Bureau as official tourism agency (4-0)
• Accepted $20,000 state grant administered by Southern Tier Central (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Village of Bath for bus shelter at Dana Lyons Building (4-0)

Traffic Safety Board

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes and setting the next meeting date. The only substantive item is a report from the Sheriff's Office on public service announcements (PSAs) related to local breweries, wineries, and distilleries.

• Sheriff's Office report on PSAs for Local Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries

The Steuben County Traffic Safety Board meeting held on June 26, 2026, resulted in no official decisions or actions because a quorum was not present. Members discussed various topics including law enforcement updates, bus stop accessibility, and upcoming road projects.

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

This is a regular meeting of the Steuben County Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee. The agenda includes approval of minutes from March 24, 2026, and general business updates from SCCS and board members. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2026
• Updates on SCCS
• Updates from board members

The subcommittee unanimously approved the minutes from its March 24, 2026 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of status reports on opioid funding, staffing vacancies, and local prevention programs rather than new policy votes. These updates track how $1.2 million in state funds will be allocated for housing and crisis response, which directly affects local access to addiction treatment and overdose prevention resources.

• Approved March 24, 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Discussed $1.2M opioid fund distribution and new RFP forms
• Reviewed SCASAS staffing vacancies and passed insurance audit
• Noted second harm reduction vending machine is in progress
• Reported June overdose map showing 7 overdoses

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will hold a special meeting on June 22, 2026, to consider confirming the appointment of a Purchasing Director and setting that position's salary above the mid-point. This is the only item on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled before the full legislative session.

• Confirming the appointment of the Purchasing Director
• Setting the Purchasing Director's salary above the mid-point

The Administration Committee approved the appointment of Jean Peterson to the position of Purchasing Director. The committee also set her salary at $89,817.00.

• Approved Jean Peterson as Purchasing Director (5-0)
• Set Purchasing Director salary at $89,817.00 (5-0)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on June 22, 2026, to discuss community development needs and a possible $198,000 Community Development Block Grant application for well and septic replacements. The hearing invites public comments and fulfills federal requirements for citizen participation in the grant process.

• Public hearing on June 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Steuben County Legislative Chambers, 20 East Morris Street, Bath, NY
• Proposed $198,000 CDBG grant application for well and septic replacements
• Grant administered by New York State Office of Community Renewal, benefiting low/moderate-income persons
• Written comments accepted until June 26, 2026 addressed to Marie Myers Shearing, Planning Director
• Accessibility and translation accommodations available with one-week advance notice

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will discuss and vote on several resolutions including a tentative local law to amend the county charter, appropriations for highway funding, and the creation of new paramedic and EMT positions. A public hearing will be held on a CDBG water and septic grant application.

• Presenting Local Law Tentatively No. 8 to amend the charter
• Transfer $800,000 from Road Project Fund to Road Improvement Unassigned Account
• Create two paramedic positions (Grade J) and two EMT positions (Grade F) in Emergency Services
• Create one paralegal assistant position in District Attorney's office
• Accept SFY26 ESInet Readiness Grant for public safety communications

The Legislature presented Local Law Tentatively No. Eight for 2026 to amend the County Charter. This amendment is intended to reflect the recent adoption of the Steuben County General Codes.

• Adopted previous meeting minutes
• Accepted and filed June 22, 2026 communications log via acclamation
• Presented Local Law Tentatively No. Eight to amend the Steuben County Charter

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Mental Health and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive service updates. The session includes general business and updates from board members.

• Approval of Mental Health minutes from March 10, 2026
• Approval of IDD minutes from June 17, 2025, September 16, 2026, and March 17, 2026
• Updates on SCCS services

The subcommittee approved four sets of prior meeting minutes. Discussions focused on staffing concerns, upcoming local services planning, and various program updates from board members.

• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved September 16, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (all in favor)

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Mental Health and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and general updates on SCCS services and from board members. No formal decisions, public hearings, or fiscal items are scheduled.

• Approval of Mental Health minutes from March 10, 2026
• Approval of IDD minutes from June 17, 2025, September 16, 2026, and March 17, 2026
• Updates on SCCS services

The subcommittee approved several sets of previous meeting minutes. Discussion focused on staffing concerns, upcoming local services planning, and various program updates from board members.

• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved September 16, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (all in favor)

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The provided text is the approved minutes from the May 8, 2026 meeting of the Inter-County Association of Western New York, not an agenda for June 12. The minutes cover a state budget impasse, pension reform, SEQRA streamlining, housing concerns, and a treasurer's report.

• State budget not adopted; 11th extender expected; frustration with Governor's negotiation process
• Pension reform cost estimated at $50–57 million annually; counties seek state funding for added costs
• SEQRA reforms proposed to expand exemptions for housing, infrastructure, and previously disturbed sites
• Discussion on affordable housing shortage, eviction timelines, and landlord challenges
• Treasurer's report: ending balance $6,797.82 as of April 30, 2026

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will review the 2025 financial statements and consider several department requests. Items include a purchase of Varonis software for $82,182.64 annually, acceptance of an $689,655 ESInet readiness grant, and an $8,000 United Way grant for the Office for the Aging. The committee will also appropriate various state and federal road and bridge funds and approve a transfer of $800,000 surplus to the Road Improvement Unassigned Account.

• Purchase Varonis Software – $82,182.64 annually (Information Technology)
• Accept ESInet Readiness Grant – $689,655 (Emergency Services/E-911)
• Accept United Way Grant – $8,000 (Office for the Aging)
• Transfer surplus funds – $800,000 to Road Improvement Unassigned Account
• Appropriate CHIPS, PaveNY, Pave Our Potholes, and Extreme Winter Recovery funds for 2025‑2027 (Public Works)

The committee accepted the 2025 financial statements audit presented by Bonadio. Significant actions included authorizing software purchases for IT, allocating funds for road and bridge projects, and accepting several state and private grants.

• Approved May 12, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted draft 2025 financial statements audit (5-0)
• Authorized IT purchase of Varonis software for $82,182.64 annually (5-0)
• Accepted and appropriated various 2025-2026 road funds including CHIPS and PaveNY (5-0)
• Accepted and appropriated 2026-2027 CHIPS, PaveNY, and Pave Our Potholes funds (5-0)
• Allocated $3,030,000.00 from Road Improvement Unassigned Account to specific projects and equipment (5-0)
• Accepted $988,567.50 in 2026-2027 Extreme Winter Recovery Funds for bridges (5-0)
• Appropriated $310,000.00 from Bridge Unassigned Account to CR21 and CR46 bridges (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider several department requests, including a software purchase, staffing changes, and a charter amendment. Items include a notice of claim from the Law Department, expanded videoconferencing use, and renewal of the MUNIS/Enterprise ERP system. The committee will also approve the minutes from May 12 and May 18, 2026, and address any grievances.

• Purchase of Varonis Software – $82,182.64 annually (Information Technology)
• Appointment of Deputy Director E‑911, salary $88,947 (Emergency Services)
• Creation of two Paramedic positions, salary range $58,712‑$86,878 (Emergency Services)
• Presentation of Local Law Tentatively No. Eight amending the Charter (Law Department)
• MUNIS/Enterprise ERP renewal (Commissioner of Finance)

The Administration Committee approved several departmental requests including IT software, financial service renewals, and various staff appointments or position creations. The committee also approved mid-year salary adjustments for multiple county employees.

• Approved May 12 and May 18 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Local Law Tentatively No. Eight of 2026 to amend the Charter (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of Varonis software for three years at $82,182.64 annually (5-0)
• Authorized one-year extension of MUNIS/Enterprise ERP contract for $288,000.00 (5-0)
• Renewed NeoGov Learn subscription for one year at $7,035.00 (5-0)
• Appointed Deputy Director of E-911 at Management Grade H, Step 10 ($88,947) (5-0)
• Created two Paramedic and two Emergency Medical Technician positions (5-0)
• Created one Paralegal Assistant position in the District Attorney’s Office (5-0)

Ethics Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Steuben County Board of Ethics. The board will call the meeting to order, orient new members, and review annual financial disclosures before adjourning.

• Call to order
• Orientation of new members
• Review of annual financial disclosures
• Adjournment

The Ethics Board conducted a new member orientation and an annual review of Financial Disclosures. The Board directed Ms. Casselbury to draft letters or emails to four individuals requesting clarification on their submitted disclosures.

• Entered executive session for financial/employment history review
• Directed Ms. Casselbury to request additional information from four individuals regarding financial disclosures

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will meet to approve prior minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and receive an update on property inventory. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific property transactions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2026
• Treasurer's report on financial status
• Inventory status and updates on land bank properties

The board approved the May 6, 2026 minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote. The next meeting was scheduled for July 1, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved May 6, 2026 minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)
• Set next meeting for July 1, 2026

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will approve the May 6, 2026 minutes and consider several departmental requests. Planning will seek authorization to apply for a Community Development Block Grant for water and septic improvements and request a public hearing on the application. Personnel will propose reclassifying a current cleaner position to a custodian role, changing the salary range from $33,207‑$46,074 to $36,057‑$53,335. The committee will also receive an update on the snowmobile trail grant program.

• Request authorization to apply for a CDBG Water & Septic Grant
• Request a public hearing regarding the CDBG Water & Septic Grant application
• Snowmobile Trail Grant Program update
• Reclassify one Cleaner position (CSEA Grade A $33,207‑$46,074) to Custodian (CSEA Grade D $36,057‑$53,335)

The committee approved the minutes from the May 6 meeting unanimously. It authorized the Planning Director to apply for the new CDBG Well and Septic Grant and to hold a related public hearing, both with unanimous support. The Buildings & Grounds position was reclassified from cleaner to custodian, and the County Manager and Purchasing Director were authorized to issue an RFP for a second county code enforcement officer. The committee also agreed to pursue grants for mobile home replacement and stick‑built home programs.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Director to apply for new CDBG Well and Septic Grant (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for CDBG Well and Septic Grant application (5-0)
• Reclassified one cleaner position to custodian position in Buildings & Grounds (5-0)
• Authorized County Manager and Purchasing Director to issue RFP for a second county code enforcement officer (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee will consider several departmental requests including transportation consulting and psychiatric evaluations. The body will also review opioid fund allocations and award bids for pre-school transportation and detention services.

• Office for the Aging: $8,000 United Way Grant and $4,750 for annual senior forum
• Office for the Aging: Contract with Institute for Human Services (IHS) for transportation consulting
• Community Services: Contracts with psychiatrists for mandated evaluations
• Public Health: Pre-School Transportation Bids for 7/1/26-6/30/2027
• Social Services: RFP award for Detention Services

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee approved the minutes from the May 6 meeting and authorized several contracts and grants, including a $1,000 consulting contract for the Office for Aging, an $8,000 United Way grant, and psychiatrist contracts for AOT and 730 evaluations. It also approved a preschool speech‑language contract, two public‑health MOUs, a preschool transportation bid, and a two‑year detention services contract worth $1.83 M and $1.87 M.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized $1,000 Office for Aging contract with Institute for Human Services (4-1)
• Authorized acceptance of $8,000 United Way Senior Support grant (4-1)
• Approved contracts with four psychiatrists for AOT and 730 evaluations (5-0)
• Approved preschool contract with Joanna Moskeland, $70 per session, $35 group (4-0)
• Approved MOU for medical countermeasure closed point of dispensing (4-1)
• Awarded preschool transportation bid for 10‑month and summer programs (4-1)
• Awarded Detention Services RFP to Together for Youth, $1.83 M first year, $1.87 M second year (4-1)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will consider several renewal agreements and funding approvals, including a $150,934.28 Motorola maintenance agreement and acceptance of a $689,655 ESInet Readiness Grant. The committee will also vote on creating new paramedic, EMT, and paralegal positions, and discuss office space for the District Attorney's Office.

• Acceptance of SFY26 ESInet Readiness Grant for $689,655
• Approval of Motorola maintenance agreement worth $150,934.28
• Creation of two paramedic positions (CSEA Grade N, $58,712–$86,878) and two EMT positions (Grade J, $48,319–$71,475) in Emergency Services/E-911
• Renewal of Whole Body Security Scanning System service agreement and Axon in-car camera subscription for Sheriff's Office
• Creation of one paralegal assistant position (Grade J) for District Attorney's Office

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee authorized the Director of Public Safety to accept the SFY26 ESInet Readiness Grant of $689,655. It also approved renewals of several service agreements and leases, and created new paramedic, EMT, and paralegal assistant positions. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Authorized acceptance of the $689,655 SFY26 ESInet Readiness Grant (5-0)
• Renewed three‑year body scanner service agreement with Tek84 at $11,800‑$12,765 per year (5-0)
• Renewed MOU with Legal Assistance of Western New York for $4,210 reimbursement (5-0)
• Renewed Axon in‑car camera subscription contract through Jan 1 2027 (5-0)
• Renewed Motorola annual maintenance agreement for $150,934.28, funded by grant (5-0)
• Renewed office space lease with Corning Inc. for $1.00 per year for five years (5-0)
• Created two paramedic and two EMT positions in Emergency Services (5-0)
• Created one paralegal assistant position in the District Attorney’s Office (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee will review bids for a 60-ton lowboy trailer and steel signposts, and discuss a road issue on Savona Road involving Little Acorn Lane. Approval of prior meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Bids for 60-Ton Lowboy Trailer(s)
• Bids for Steel Signposts
• Discussion of Savona Road – Little Acorn Lane
• Approval of May 4, 2026 minutes

The Public Works Committee approved the May 4 minutes (4‑0). It declared The Trailer Depot, LLC non‑responsive and awarded the 60‑ton lowboy trailer contract to Lucky’s Truck and Trailer Sales, Inc. (5‑0). It also awarded steel sign‑post contracts to four vendors (5‑0). Finally, it authorized acceptance and appropriation of $2,556,735.43 in unexpended rollover funds and about $10 million of anticipated 2026‑2027 state road‑funding (5‑0).

• Approved May 4 minutes (4-0)
• Declared The Trailer Depot, LLC non‑responsive; awarded lowboy trailer contract to Lucky’s Truck and Trailer Sales, Inc. for $138,345 (one trailer) and $275,690 (two trailers) (5-0)
• Awarded steel sign post contracts to Canuck Power, Inc.; Chemung Supply Corp.; Eastern Metal of Elmira, Inc.; and Eberl Iron Works (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance and appropriation of $2,556,735.43 unexpended rollover CHIPS, Extreme Winter Weather Recovery, Pave Our Potholes and PAVENY funds (5-0)
• Authorized acceptance and appropriation of approximately $10 million anticipated 2026‑2027 CHIPS, Extreme Winter Weather Recovery, Pave Our Potholes and PAVENY funds (5-0)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (5-0)

Community Services Board

The board will consider approval of the minutes from its April 7, 2026 meeting. It will receive updates from the Steuben County Community Services (SCCS) and the local government unit, as well as from board members. The agenda also includes a review of the 2026 Local Services Plan and any old or new business items.

• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2026 meeting
• Updates from SCCS and the local government unit
• Updates from board members
• Review of the 2026 Local Services Plan
• Discussion of old/new business

The board voted to approve the minutes from the April 7, 2026 meeting, with all members in favor. The meeting included updates on senior staffing, crisis response, grant funding, and upcoming public health workshops, but no additional actions were formally decided. The next board meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026.

• Approved April 7, 2026 minutes (all in favor)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature is holding a public hearing to discuss Local Law No. Six for the Year 2026. This proposed law would amend Local Law No. Four of 1994 to change the cost of pistol permit applications.

• Proposed increase of pistol/revolver license application fee from $5.00 to $10.00

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. Four for 2026. The law would grant a 50% real property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty, provided they reside in Steuben County and have not remarried. The exemption applies to county purposes only and would take effect the following tax year.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Four – 50% property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in line of duty.

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold public hearings on five proposed local laws, including an animal abuser registry, a tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty, and a six-month moratorium on new biosolid permits. They will also vote on resolutions for intermunicipal police agreements, fund transfers, and personnel reclassifications.

• Public hearing and adoption of Local Law No. 1 of 2026 establishing an animal abuser registry
• Public hearing and adoption of Local Law No. 7 of 2026 placing a six-month moratorium on new biosolid permits
• Intermunicipal police agreements with Town of Cohocton, Village of Canisteo, and City of Hornell under the Law Enforcement Grant Program
• Authorizing a $50,000 transfer from Road Fund Balance to the Grinder Repair and Replacement Fund
• Authorizing a contract with Goodwill of the Finger Lakes for community services

The Steuben County Legislature approved Resolution 108-26, authorizing the Chairman and the Commissioner of Finance to correct real‑property tax assessments, make refunds, and convey the parcels listed in Schedule A. The resolution also cancels the previously issued deed for parcels in Schedule B. The meeting included the adoption of the prior minutes and the closure of public hearings on several local laws and agricultural district proposals.

• Adopted minutes of the previous meeting (motion carried)
• Closed public hearing on Local Laws No. One, Four, Five, Six, and Seven (no further comments)
• Closed public hearing on agricultural district modifications (no comments)
• Adopted Resolution 108-26 authorizing tax corrections and conveyance of listed parcels

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. Seven, which would place a six-month moratorium on issuing new permits for spreading biosolids in the county. The proposed law cites concerns over PFAS "forever chemicals" and pending state regulations from the NYS DEC. Existing permits and municipal permits issued by the state would not be affected.

• Six-month moratorium on new biosolid permits for land application
• Cites PFAS contamination from biosolid field applications
• Acknowledges pending NYS DEC regulations expected in more than 6 months
• Exempts already-issued permits and municipal permits from NYS DEC

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and decide on appointing a Youth Bureau Coordinator at a salary above the midpoint of the pay range. This is the sole agenda item, a personnel action under the County Manager's office.

• Appointing Youth Bureau Coordinator above mid-point pay range

The Administration Committee approved the appointment of a Youth Bureau Coordinator at the mid‑point of Management Grade O, Step 15 with a salary of $91,925. It also approved the appointment of Undersheriff Brian Logsdon at the mid‑point of Management Grade J, Step 12 with a salary of $113,510. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Youth Bureau Coordinator appointment at $91,925 (5-0)
• Approved Undersheriff Brian Logsdon appointment at $113,510 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing to consider recommendations from the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board on including parcels in certified Agricultural Districts 3 and 6 during the 2026 annual thirty-day review period. The hearing will address proposed modifications to the districts. Written comments are accepted until May 22, 2026.

• Public hearing on inclusion of parcels in Agricultural Districts 3 and 6
• Recommendation from the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board to include submitted parcels
• Proposed modifications to certified agricultural districts under Article 25AA of NY Agriculture and Markets Law
• Written comments due by May 22, 2026 to Planning Director Marie Myers Shearing

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026, to consider Local Law Tentatively No. One for 2026, which would establish an online registry of individuals convicted of animal abuse crimes. The registry, maintained by the Sheriff's Office, would require offenders to register within five days, pay a $125 fee, and update annually for seven years (or life for a second offense). Registered individuals would be prohibited from owning or contacting companion animals, and shelters, pet dealers, and individuals would be required to check the registry before transferring animals. Violations could result in fines up to $5,000 or incarceration.

• Establishes online Animal Abuser Registry for Steuben County, maintained by Sheriff's Office
• Requires registration within 5 days of conviction; $125 fee; 7-year term (lifetime for second offense)
• Prohibits registered offenders from owning, possessing, or contacting companion animals
• Requires shelters, pet dealers, and individuals to check registry before transferring animals; penalties up to $5,000 fine
• Public hearing scheduled for May 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Bath, NY

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026 to consider rescinding Local Law No. Two of 1971, which established a County Environmental Management Council. The council has been inactive for many years, and the Legislature notes that other agencies already handle environmental regulation. If passed, the rescission would take effect immediately.

• Rescinding Local Law No. Two of 1971 that created the County Environmental Management Council
• Public hearing scheduled for May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Bath, NY
• Effective date of the rescission is immediate upon passage

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will meet to approve departmental requests, including a $18,574 increase to the Meals on Wheels contract and the transfer of funds for a landfill capital project. The committee will also consider awarding a contract for liquidity analysis services and closing bank accounts for aging programs.

• Authorize Meals on Wheels contract increase of $18,574
• Transfer funds from Landfill Fund Balance to Cell 6A Capital Project
• Award Liquidity Analysis & Management Services RFQ
• Close RSVP Advisory Council Bank Account at Five Star Bank
• Accept Donald Guthrie Foundation Grant of $39,127.03

The Finance Committee approved a $2 million transfer from the landfill fund to the landfill cell construction capital project. It also approved several contracts and grants, including a $73,710 contract with Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, a $39,127.30 emergency services grant, and a $47,808 award for liquidity analysis services. Additional actions authorized fund transfers for the Office for the Aging and approved law‑enforcement grants totaling $29,879.64. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved $2 million transfer from Landfill Fund to landfill cell construction (5-0)
• Approved semi‑annual mortgage tax distribution (5-0)
• Authorized $73,710 contract with Goodwill of the Finger Lakes for crisis calls (5-0)
• Amended Office for the Aging contract with Corning Meals on Wheels to add $18,574 (5-0)
• Closed RSVP Advisory Council bank account and transferred $65,439.44 to Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Closed TRIAD bank account and transferred $510 to Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Accepted $39,127.30 Donald J. Guthrie Foundation grant for EMS equipment (5-0)
• Awarded liquidity analysis services contract to Three + One for $47,808 (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will meet to consider several personnel reclassifications and position creations across county departments, including the District Attorney's Office, Emergency Services, Social Services, and Office for the Aging. The committee will also review a notice of claim, an update to the county ethics law designations, and a semi-annual mortgage tax distribution report. No public comment is offered at this committee meeting; only at full legislative meetings.

• Law Department: Notice of Claim(s)
• Clerk of Legislature: Update to Steuben County Ethics Law designations
• County Clerk: Semi-Annual Mortgage Tax Distribution
• Personnel: Reclassify one Confidential Secretary in DA's Office to Special Assistant (salary range $53,424 - $83,553)
• Personnel: Create one Receptionist and one Aging Services Aide in Office for Aging

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from the April 14 and April 27 meetings. It adopted a resolution designating titles, positions, and entities for the Steuben County Ethics Law. The committee approved the semi‑annual mortgage tax distribution of $740,834.04. It also approved several personnel reclassifications and new positions, all with unanimous 5‑0 votes.

• Approved April 14 and April 27 minutes (5-0)
• Designated titles, positions, and entities for the County Ethics Law (5-0)
• Approved semi‑annual mortgage tax distribution of $740,834.04 (5-0)
• Reclassified confidential secretary to Special Assistant to the District Attorney, Management Grade F (5-0)
• Reclassified account clerk‑typist to Senior Account Clerk‑Typist, CSEA Grade I (5-0)
• Reclassified senior clerk to Senior Typist, CSEA Grade F (5-0)
• Created receptionist position, CSEA Grade A in the Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Created aging services aide, CSEA Grade B in the Office for the Aging (5-0)

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The association will meet to discuss resolutions regarding electric delivery charges and the protection of state forests and wildlife. The body will also consider a revision to its bylaws and review treasurer reports.

• Resolution urging the NYS Public Service Commission to review electric delivery charges and NYSEG costs
• Resolution opposing NYS Senate Bill S.4408 and NYS Assembly Bill A.10483 to protect state forests and wildlife
• Proposed bylaw revisions regarding meeting procedures and a $25.00 per-person meeting fee
• Treasurer's report showing a balance of $6,799.82 as of March 31, 2026

The Inter‑County Association of Western New York approved the April 2026 meeting minutes after a motion by Don Wester and a second by Richard Helmich. The Treasurer’s Report covering February through April 2026, showing $1,185.00 received and $797.00 paid, was also approved after a motion by Tom Sweet and a second by Hilda Lando. No other formal actions or votes were recorded in the meeting.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (motion by Don Wester, seconded by Richard Helmich)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report for Feb‑Apr 2026 (motion by Tom Sweet, seconded by Hilda Lando)

AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will review the closure status of its bank accounts. It will also recap a volunteer recognition event held on March 19 and provide updates on RSVP and the Senior Companion Program. No public comments were received.

• Review of advisory council bank accounts closure status
• Recap of volunteer recognition event held March 19
• Programming updates for RSVP and Senior Companion Program

Office for the Aging Advisory Council

The Office for the Aging Advisory Council will meet on May 7, 2026 at 1 pm in the County Building Annex (or via Zoom). The agenda includes a welcome, public comment period, approval of minutes, a director update, and a forum on WEAAD Day. No specific resolutions or contracts are listed.

• Public comment period
• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Director’s update
• WEAAD Day forum

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Steuben County Human Services, Health & Education Committee will discuss and potentially approve several contracts, including a new 988 crisis provider agreement with Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, a contract renewal for Netsmart electronic health records, and an increase of $18,574 for Corning Meals on Wheels. The committee will also consider authorizing a request for proposals for JUUL settlement funds and personnel reclassifications and new positions. Public comment is not taken at this meeting; only at full Legislative Meetings.

• New Contract – Goodwill of the Finger Lakes (Steuben County 988 provider)
• Increase Corning Meals on Wheels (+$18,574)
• Authorization to replace 2 vehicles in Office for the Aging motor pool
• Authorization to issue RFP for best uses of JUUL settlement funds
• Request to reclassify Senior Clerk to Senior Typist (+$1,893) and create two new positions

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee unanimously approved a five‑year renewal of the electronic health record contract with NetSmart for $128,379.06 and a new 988 crisis‑line contract with Goodwill for $73,710. It also accepted $7,177 of NYSOFA 3D funding, closed two bank accounts transferring $65,439.44 and $510 to the Office for the Aging, and approved new preschool therapy contracts. Finally, the committee authorized an RFP to allocate the JUUL settlement funds, all motions passing 5‑0.

• Approved renewal of NetSmart EHR contract $128,379.06 (5-0)
• Approved Goodwill 988 crisis‑line contract $73,710 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Corning Meals on Wheels contract increase $18,574 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of NYSOFA 3D funding $7,177 (5-0)
• Approved closure of RSVP Advisory Council bank account, transfer $65,439.44 (5-0)
• Approved closure of TRIAD bank account, transfer $510 (5-0)
• Approved addition of two all‑wheel‑drive vehicles to major equipment list (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for best uses of JUUL settlement funds (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will hold a regular meeting on May 6, 2026. The agenda includes standard items: approval of previous minutes, a treasurer's report, inventory status, potential property sales, and awarding bids. No specific properties or amounts are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2026
• Treasurer's report
• Inventory status update
• Discussion on sale of property
• Award bids

The Steuben County Land Bank Board approved the minutes from the April 1, 2026 meeting. It authorized a $5,000 purchase of the North Main Street Extension property and a $1 sale of 87 West Denison Parkway to the county, pending environmental review. The board also awarded bids for the sale of 1A Erie Street, demolition at 4 Manning Avenue, and air‑monitoring at the same site. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 1, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Authorized $5,000 purchase of North Main Street Extension property (6-0)
• Authorized sale of 87 West Denison Parkway to Steuben County for $1.00, contingent on DEC review (6-0)
• Awarded 1A Erie Street sale to Keith Saxton for $7,777.00 (6-0)
• Awarded demolition contract for 4 Manning Avenue to MJR Partners for $16,800 (6-0)
• Awarded air‑monitoring contract for 4 Manning Avenue to O'Rourke up to $2,000 (6-0)
• Motion to spend up to $15,000 on North Main Street Extension failed (no second)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee will approve minutes from April 1, then take up departmental requests. Notable items include adding agricultural lands to Certified Agricultural Districts, authorizing an RFP for bathroom renovations at the County Office Building, and approving participation in a joint transit procurement. An update from the Industrial Development Agency is also scheduled.

• Authorization to award RFP for engineer/architect services for COB bathroom renovations (GC-26-011-P)
• Approving addition of agricultural lands to Certified Agricultural Districts from annual 30-day inclusion period
• Authorization to participate in Transit Operations Joint Procurement RFP
• Authorization to go out to bid for a Transit Shelter
• Activities update from Steuben County Industrial Development Agency

The committee unanimously approved the April 1 minutes. It also approved adding 63.29 acres of agricultural land to certified districts. The Planning Department was authorized to join a joint transit operations procurement and to issue an RFP for a new transit shelter at the Dana Lyons building. All motions passed 5‑0.

• Approved April 1 minutes (5-0)
• Approved addition of 63.29 acres of agricultural land to certified districts (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Department to participate in Transit Operations joint procurement RFP (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Department to issue RFP for a transit shelter at Dana Lyons building (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will review several departmental requests, including contracts and grant acceptances. Items include EMS contracts, a foundation grant, a lease renewal, personnel reclassifications, and a $150,000 assigned counsel contract. The committee will also approve the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting and discuss law‑enforcement grant applications.

• EMS Medical Director Contract – $18,000
• EMS Charting Contract – $8,939.82
• Accept Donald Guthrie Foundation Grant – $39,127.03
• Renew Woodhull Lease Agreement – $10,000
• Assigned Counsel Contract – $150,000

The committee approved the minutes from the April 6 meeting and authorized a series of contracts and grants, including a $150,000 renewal of the Assigned Counsel program. It also approved vegetation control work at the sheriff’s office, EMS contracts, a powered stair chair purchase, and a $39,127.30 grant for EMS training equipment. Law‑enforcement grant awards totaling $29,879.64 were granted to three local police departments.

• Approved April 6 minutes (4-0)
• Awarded vegetation control bid to D’Angelo Contract Services for $14,000 (4-0)
• Renewed EMS Medical Director contract with Dr. Kellogg for $18,000 annually (4-0)
• Renewed EMS charting software contract with ESO Solutions for $8,939.82 annually (4-0)
• Awarded powered stair chair to Ferno for $10,580 (4-0)
• Accepted Donald J. Guthrie Foundation grant of $39,127.30 for EMS equipment (4-0)
• Renewed Assigned Counsel contract with Hampsey Law Firm for $150,000 annually (4-0)
• Approved law‑enforcement grants: Cohocton PD $9,879.64, Canisteo Village PD $10,000, Hornell City PD $10,000 (4-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider authorizing a transfer from the Landfill Fund balance to the Cell 6A Capital Project, entering into a shared services agreement with Schuyler and Yates Counties for paint truck services, and a supplemental agreement with Erdman Anthony Engineers for relocating endangered mussels at the Newcomb Road Bridge. Also up for discussion is the Nicholas F. Clark Memorial in the Village of Canisteo.

• Authorization to transfer funds from Landfill Fund balance to Cell 6A Capital Project
• Supplemental agreement with Erdman Anthony Engineers for saving and relocating endangered mussels at Newcomb Road Bridge
• Two-year shared services agreement with Schuyler and Yates Counties for paint truck services
• Memorandum of Understanding with Corning Community College
• Bids for rough terrain scissor lift, tires (landfill), and grinder teeth with hardware

The Public Works Committee approved several contracts and a $2 million transfer from the landfill fund to a landfill cell construction project, all by unanimous 5‑0 votes. It also authorized a $2,000 salt and sand agreement with Corning Community College, a $36,000 mussel‑relocation agreement, a two‑year paint‑truck shared services agreement, and awarded bids for a scissor lift, landfill tires, and grinder parts. The item for the Village of Canisteo memorial was postponed for further discussion.

• Approved $2 million transfer from landfill fund to landfill cell construction (5‑0)
• Authorized $2,000 salt and sand MOU with Corning Community College (5‑0)
• Authorized $36,000 supplemental agreement with Erdman Anthony Engineers for mussel relocation (5‑0)
• Authorized two‑year paint‑truck shared services agreement with Schuyler and Yates Counties (5‑0)
• Awarded rough‑terrain scissor lift contract to Bradco Supply for $64,385 (5‑0)
• Awarded Bath landfill tire purchase to multiple bidders (GEORGE AND SWEDE SALES, MCCARTHY TIRE SERVICE, PARMENTER, INC.) (5‑0)
• Awarded grinder teeth, tooth holders & hardware to Monroe Tractor & Implement Co., Inc. (5‑0)
• Postponed Village of Canisteo Nicholas F. Clark memorial dirt‑hauling request for further discussion

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee is hosting a Small Agriculture Business Roundtable on April 29, 2026, to hear directly from local farmers and agricultural business owners about their experiences and challenges. The event is a listening session and networking opportunity, not a formal decision-making meeting. Attendees are asked to RSVP to Tess McKinley at CCE Steuben.

• Roundtable scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, 8:30-10:00 a.m. at Civil Defense Building, 7220 NY Rte 54, Bath, NY
• Purpose: to hear from local small agriculture businesses and explore collaboration opportunities
• RSVP required; contact Tess McKinley at 607-664-2301 or [email protected]

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee held a special roundtable on April 29, 2026 to gather input from farmers and related stakeholders. Participants discussed trends, challenges, and potential support measures for local agriculture. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss a proposed moratorium on the spreading of biosolids. This is the only item on the agenda, with no other business scheduled.

• Moratorium on spreading of biosolids

The committee voted to adjourn the meeting; the motion carried 3‑0. A motion to table a proposed six‑month biosolids permit moratorium failed because it had no second. No other actions were approved or denied.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)
• Tabled six‑month biosolids permit moratorium motion failed (no second)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will hold a special meeting on April 27, 2026. The only agenda item is a retirement report from the Clerk of the Legislature. No other business is scheduled.

• Retirement reporting by Clerk of the Legislature

The Administration Committee voted 5-0 to approve the standard workday and retirement resolution required by the New York State Comptroller. The motion was made by Mr. Hanna and seconded by Mr. Schu, with all members in favor. The committee then adjourned the meeting by a unanimous 5-0 vote.

• Approved standard workday and retirement resolution (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on a proposed local law that would provide a 10% property tax exemption for enrolled volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, and a 50% exemption for surviving spouses of those killed in the line of duty.

• Public hearing on Local Law Tentatively No. Two for 2026
• 10% property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
• 50% property tax exemption for surviving spouses of killed volunteers
• Exemption applies to primary residences in the county served by the volunteer company
• Requires certification by the County Director of Public Safety

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature is holding a public hearing to discuss Local Law Tentatively No. Three for the Year 2026. This proposed law would amend a 2023 law to create new income categories and corresponding exemption percentages for senior citizens' real property taxes.

• Proposed Local Law Tentatively No. Three for the Year 2026
• Creation of income categories for tax exemptions ranging from 50% to 65% of assessed valuation

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold public hearings on two local laws and consider over 20 resolutions at its April 27 meeting. The biggest item is a $22 million bond to expand the county landfill on Turnpike Road in Bath. Other actions include new local laws on animal abuser registry, senior tax exemptions, and a moratorium on biosolid permits, plus agreements with local police departments and creation of correction officer positions.

• Authorizing construction of Steuben County Landfill expansion at 5632 Turnpike Road, Bath, with $22M bond (item 11)
• Public hearing and adoption of local law expanding senior citizen real property tax exemptions (items 4, 10)
• Presenting local law establishing a registry for animal abusers (item 5)
• Presenting local law placing 6-month moratorium on new biosolid permits (item 9)
• Authorizing intermunicipal agreements with Bath and Wayland police departments for law enforcement grant funds (items 20-21)

The Legislature adopted the minutes from the previous meeting. It adopted Resolution 083-26, which cancels the earlier authorization to sell the parcels listed in Schedule A and directs the Commissioner of Finance to forward certified copies to the appropriate agencies. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 083-26 rescinding the sale of Schedule A properties (roll‑call vote adopted)

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The Inter‑County Association of Western New York meeting will consider two resolutions. One asks the New York State Legislature to reimburse counties for costs of the Waste Tire Management and Recycling Program. The other urges the Public Service Commission to review electric delivery charges and demand greater cost controls and transparency.

• Resolution urging NY State reimbursement for county waste‑tire management costs
• Resolution urging PSC review of electric delivery charges and demand cost controls
• Discussion of amending by‑laws to change invoicing fees for attending counties
• $25 registration fee for the meeting (covers registration and breakfast)
• Treasurer’s reports showing treasury balances and receipts for January‑March 2026

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will consider several funding requests for infrastructure and equipment. Key items include bridge project authorizations and the review of bids for the Bath Landfill Cell 6A liner system.

• Authorization to fund REDSPRING Capital Project (Red Spring Run Road Bridge) from Road Fund Balance for $1,291,834.44
• Transfer of $318,000.00 from Bridge Unassigned to Bridge Project Funds
• Review of Bath Landfill Cell 6A Liner System and Leachate Storage Tank bids
• Purchase add-on to Civic Plus for $29,932
• Transfer of $50,000.00 from Road Fund Balance to Grinder Repair & Replacement Fund

The committee approved the March 10 minutes and authorized the Probation department to purchase a 4WD/AWD vehicle and lease another vehicle. It approved several grant budget adjustments, transferred $318,000 for bridge projects, created and funded the Red Spring Run Road Bridge capital project with $1,291,834.44, and approved additional transfers for grinder repair and Newcomb Road Bridge right‑of‑way. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved purchase of one 4WD/AWD vehicle and lease of one vehicle for Probation (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 transfer within FY23 Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant (4-0)
• Approved $45,000 transfer within FY23 Domestic Terrorism Grant (4-0)
• Approved $318,000 transfer from Bridge Unassigned to specific bridge projects (4-0)
• Approved creation of the Red Spring Run Road Bridge capital project (4-0)
• Approved appropriation of $1,291,834.44 from the Road Fund to the Red Spring Run Road Bridge project (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 transfer to the Grinder Repair & Replacement Fund (4-0)
• Approved $585,875 supplemental agreement for Newcomb Road Bridge right‑of‑way acquisitions (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will approve minutes from March meetings, hear grievances, and consider department requests. Items include a $29,932 purchase from Civic Plus, a bid for Varonis data‑classification services, and several personnel appointments with specified salaries. The committee will also review contracts for the Enhanced Voting 2026‑2030 program and discuss the county’s enterprise fleet management and employee survey.

• Purchase Add‑On from Civic Plus – $29,932 (Information Technology)
• Approval to bid Varonis on NY‑OGS for Data Classification (Information Technology)
• Create two part‑time correction officer positions – $27.5755 hourly (Personnel – Sheriff’s Office)
• Appoint one part‑time Assistant District Attorney – $53,815 (Personnel – District Attorney’s Office)
• Appoint one part‑time Investigator – $46,689 (Personnel – District Attorney’s Office)

The Administration Committee approved multiple actions, including IT software purchases, a real‑property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty, election vendor contracts, new part‑time positions in the Sheriff’s and District Attorney’s offices, and a fleet‑service piggyback contract. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting also approved the prior minutes and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of March 10 and March 23 meetings (4‑0)
• Authorized purchase of Dock Access software for ADA compliance, $29,932 (4‑0)
• Authorized purchase of legislative chambers amplifier, $1,487.75 (4‑0)
• Enacted real‑property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in line of duty (4‑0)
• Approved four‑year contract with Enhanced Voting, total $38,837.52 (4‑0)
• Approved amendment to Clear Ballot Group contract, additional $19,000 (4‑0)
• Created two part‑time correction officer positions in the Sheriff’s Office (4‑0)
• Appointed one part‑time Assistant District Attorney ($53,815) and one part‑time investigator ($45,689) (4‑0)

Community Services Board

The board will approve the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes. It will hear a presentation by ACT Youth and receive updates from SCCS, the LGU, and board members. The board will also discuss the Local Services Plan for 2026. No specific motions, contracts, or rezoning items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2026
• Presentation by ACT Youth
• Updates from SCCS and the LGU
• Updates from board members
• Discussion of the Local Services Plan 2026

The board tabled the meeting minutes, with no vote recorded. The Intellectual and Development Disabilities subcommittee and the Mental Health subcommittee were combined, also without a recorded vote. No other formal approvals or denials were noted.

• Minutes tabled (no vote recorded)
• Intellectual & Development Disabilities and Mental Health subcommittees combined (no vote recorded)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will approve the March 2, 2026 minutes and consider a range of departmental requests, including contract renewals, equipment donations, grant adjustments, and staffing changes. Notable actions include amending the OCV contract to add an Animal Abuse Registry for $3,495 and creating two part‑time correction officer positions at $27.5755 hourly.

• Amend OCV contract to add “Animal Abuse Registry” – $3,495 (Sheriff’s Office)
• Renew civil office software contract for Tyler – $7,938.53 (Sheriff’s Office)
• Create two part‑time correction officer positions – $27.5755 hourly (Personnel)
• Authorize purchase of a 4WD vehicle for Probation (Probation)
• Accept equipment donation from Corning Police Department (Sheriff’s Office)

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved a $10,000 grant to the Village of Bath and a $9,337.39 grant to the Village of Wayland for law‑enforcement equipment. It also authorized the purchase of a 4WD vehicle and lease of another for the Probation department, created two part‑time correction officer positions, and approved several contract renewals and grant fund transfers. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved $10,000 law‑enforcement grant to Village of Bath (3-0)
• Approved $9,337.39 law‑enforcement grant to Village of Wayland (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of one 4WD/AWD vehicle and lease of one vehicle for Probation (3-0)
• Created two part‑time correction officer positions at $27.5755 hourly (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of 18 tasers donation ($1.00) from Corning Police Department (3-0)
• Approved amendment of OCV contract to add Animal Abuser Registry ($3,495) (3-0)
• Approved renewal of Wilmac maintenance service agreement ($35,332) (3-0)
• Approved transfer of $45,000 within FY23 Domestic Terrorism Grant (8k mileage, 37k training) (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will approve the March 2 minutes and consider several highway funding actions, including transfers for bridge projects and equipment purchases. It will also review landfill bids, contract extensions for portable toilets, and discuss outside garbage use of the landfill. The meeting includes discussion of a new capital project for the Red Spring Run Road Bridge.

• Authorization to transfer $318,000 from Bridge Unassigned to Bridge Project Funds
• Authorization to create new capital project – REDSPRING (Red Spring Run Road Bridge, FEMA Project)
• Authorization to fund REDSPRING bridge from Road Fund Balance – $1,291,834.44
• Authorization to transfer $50,000 from Road Fund Balance to Grinder Repair & Replacement Fund
• Approval of NYS OGS mini‑bid purchase of a box truck – $157,019.50

The Public Works Committee approved several fund transfers and authorizations, including $318,000 for bridge projects, creation and financing of the Red Spring Run Bridge capital project, and a $50,000 transfer for grinder repair. It also approved purchases of a $157,019.50 box truck, Civic Plus recreation software for $6,600, and a $145,000 low‑boy trailer. Additionally, the committee awarded multiple service contracts and the Bath Landfill Cell 6A liner and leachate tank construction contracts totaling $19.3 million. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved $318,000 bridge fund transfer (4-0)
• Authorized creation of Red Spring Run Bridge capital project (4-0)
• Appropriated $1,291,834.44 from road fund for Red Spring Run Bridge (4-0)
• Authorized $50,000 transfer to Grinder Repair & Replacement fund (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2027 Peterbilt box truck for $157,019.50 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Civic Plus recreation software for $6,600 (first year) (4-0)
• Added lowboy trailer to major equipment list for $145,000 (4-0)
• Awarded Bath Landfill Cell 6A construction to Rifenburg Construction for $18,355,122 and electrical to MATCO Electric for $904,000 (4-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will approve the March 4 minutes and hear reports on its finances, grant application, and inventory. It will also discuss the sale of properties owned by the land bank. The meeting concludes with scheduling the next session.

• Treasurer’s Report
• LBI Grant Application status update
• Inventory status review
• Discussion of property sales

The board approved the minutes from the March 4, 2026 meeting. It authorized the executive director to enter a purchase‑sale agreement for 97 Gorton Street in Corning for $2,000, to solicit sealed bids for 1A Erie Street in Cohocton, and to contract AJ Creighton to clean up 4 Manning Avenue in Savona for $8,000. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved March 4 minutes (4-0)
• Authorized purchase‑sale agreement for 97 Gorton Street, Corning for $2,000 (4-0)
• Authorized solicitation of sealed bids for 1A Erie Street, Cohocton (4-0)
• Authorized contract with AJ Creighton for cleanup of 4 Manning Avenue, Savona for $8,000 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The committee will discuss contract amendments for community and aging services, including funding for ramp and RSVP programs. Members will also review new and renewing preschool contracts and a housing proposal.

• Home Instead EISEP ($5,000) and Respite ($6,000) contract amendments
• Acceptance of NYSOFA funding for Ramp program ($10,000) and RSVP Program ($8,018)
• Dietician contract amendment ($1,647)
• New and renewing 2026-2027 preschool contracts
• Tuition aid request for Micayla Decker ($770.00)

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee approved the March 4 minutes and authorized several contract amendments and fund acceptances, all by unanimous 4‑0 votes. It approved a $41,250 amendment for a psychiatric nurse practitioner, three contract increases for the Office for Aging, and accepted $15,000 and $8,018 in NYSOFA funding. The committee also approved new preschool contracts, a $5,000 banquet budget, and a $770 tuition aid request.

• Approved March 4, 2026 minutes (4‑0)
• Authorized amendment to Sonya Sariego, LLC contract, adding 330 hours and $41,250 (4‑0)
• Authorized Office for Aging contract increases: $5,000 Home Instead EISEP, $6,000 Home Instead Respite, $1,647 Leslie Elliott dietician (4‑0)
• Authorized acceptance of $15,000 NYSOFA funding for the Ramp program (4‑0)
• Authorized acceptance of $8,018 NYSOFA funding for the RSVP program (4‑0)
• Authorized up to $5,000 for the May 27 Foster Parent Banquet (4‑0)
• Approved new preschool contracts with therapists at $70 individual / $35 group rates (4‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2027 preschool contracts for multiple schools and transportation services (4‑0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will review departmental requests from Planning, the Historian, and the County Manager. The body is discussing land inclusion in agricultural districts and funding for a GPS system for the Soil & Water Conservation District.

• Public hearing for land inclusion in Certified Agricultural Districts
• RFP for one bus shelter
• Invoice FS2025 for Historian Luncheon Catering ($1,475)
• Funding request for Soil & Water Conservation District GPS system
• Award of Steuben County Destination Development Grants

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee approved a moratorium on new biosolids land‑spreading permits (4‑0). It also approved multiple funding actions, including $20,000 for a GPS survey system, $1,475 for a historian luncheon invoice, and a $100,000 Destination Development Grant allocation to five projects (all 4‑0). Additional items approved were a public hearing for agricultural district land, the District 3 eight‑year review, and an RFP for one bus shelter in the Village of Bath (all 4‑0).

• Approved minutes of March 4, 2026 (4-0)
• Authorized public hearing for land inclusion in certified agricultural districts (4-0)
• Commenced District 3 eight-year review covering ten towns (4-0)
• Authorized issuance of RFP for one bus shelter in Village of Bath (4-0)
• Approved payment of $1,475 invoice for FY2025 historian luncheon catering (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 funding for Soil & Water Conservation District GPS system (4-0)
• Approved allocation of $100,000 Destination Development Grant to five projects (4-0)
• Adopted moratorium on issuing new permits for land spreading of biosolids (4-0)

Traffic Safety Board

The Traffic Safety Board will consider routine items such as approving the minutes from its December 19, 2025 meeting and confirming the date of its next meeting on June 26, 2026. No substantive policy or contract matters are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes – December 19, 2025
• Set next meeting – Friday, June 26, 2026
• Review correspondence
• Receive department/agency/membership reports
• Discuss new business (no specifics provided)

The Traffic Safety Board did not take any official action because a quorum was not present and neither the Chair nor Vice Chair were in attendance. Members provided updates on NYSDOT road projects, county public works projects, and upcoming public safety campaigns.

Steuben Tobacco Asset Securitization Corporation

The Steuben Tobacco Asset Securitization Corporation will hold a member meeting followed by a board of directors meeting. The board will review and approve the 2025 minutes, the mission statement, investment policy, property disposition guidelines, and the annual budget. It will also appoint audit and finance committee members, elect officers, and approve the annual audit and annual report. The member meeting will adopt a resolution ratifying the board’s actions.

• Approval of 2025 minutes
• Annual review and approval of mission statement, performance measures, investment policy, and disposition of property guidelines
• Appointment of audit and finance committee and governance committee members
• Election of officers
• Presentation and approval of annual audit and annual report

The board approved the minutes of the 2025 annual meeting and confirmed that no changes are needed to the Mission Statement, Investment Policy, and Disposition of Property Guidelines. It set the Audit and Finance Committee and Governance Committee compositions, elected officers, and approved the 2025 Independent Auditor's Report, the 2025 Annual Report, and the FY 2026 budget plus proposed FY 2027‑2030 budgets. The board also authorized officers to act on its behalf and ratified all prior actions of directors and officers.

• Approved 2025 meeting minutes and subsequent 2025 board minutes
• Approved Mission Statement and Performance Measures with no changes
• Approved Investment Policy with no changes
• Approved Disposition of Property Guidelines with no changes
• Set Audit and Finance Committee members: Jack Wheeler, Mitchell Alger, Joseph Rumsey
• Set Governance Committee members: Jack Wheeler, Mitchell Aiger, Joseph Rumsey
• Elected officers: Jack Wheeler President, Christopher Brewer Vice President, Stacy Housworth Treasurer, Joseph Rumsey Secretary
• Approved FY 2026 budget and FY 2027‑2030 proposed budgets

Community Services Board Chemical Dependency Subcommittee

The Chemical Dependency Subcommittee of the Steuben County Community Services Board will convene to approve minutes and discuss updates from the board and suggestions for using overdose data. The meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

• Approval of minutes
• Updates on SCCS
• Updates from Board members
• Suggestions for use of OD Data

The Chemical Dependency Subcommittee approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting. No other motions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of updates and discussion on overdose trends, vaping concerns, and upcoming community events.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will consider a series of proposed resolutions, including transfers of funds, new local laws, and staffing appointments. Key items include moving unused 2025 opioid settlement funds to the Family Service Society, establishing an animal abuser registry, and authorizing fee updates for public health. The meeting also addresses grant appropriations, equipment standardization, and memorializations.

• Transfer of unused 2025 opioid settlement funds to Family Service Society (Resolution 13)
• Presenting Local Law Tentatively No. One to establish a registry for animal abusers (Resolution 3)
• Authorizing the Interim Director of Public Health to update the schedule of fees (Resolution 11)
• Creating one Senior Social Work Assistant position, CSEA Grade L, in the Department of Community Services (Resolution 20)
• Accepting and appropriating the New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) Grant (Resolution 17)

The Legislature adopted Resolution 056‑26, authorizing tax adjustments and refunds for parcels listed in Schedule A and cancelling the previously approved sale of the property listed in Schedule B. The same meeting adopted Resolution 057‑26, formally receiving and filing the March 23, 2026 communications log. The body also tabled the proposed animal‑abuser registry (Resolution 032‑26) and presented Local Law Tentative No. Two concerning volunteer firefighter property tax exemptions (Resolution 058‑26).

• Adopted Resolution 056‑26 authorizing tax corrections for Schedule A parcels and rescinding sale of Schedule B property (Roll Call – Adopted)
• Adopted Resolution 057‑26 to receive and file the March 23, 2026 communications log (adopted)
• Adopted previous meeting minutes (motion by Pelham, seconded by Potter – carried)
• Tabled Resolution 032‑26 establishing a registry for animal abusers (motion to table carried)
• Presented Local Law Tentative No. Two amending volunteer firefighter tax exemption (Resolution 058‑26) – presented

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will meet on Monday, March 23, 2026, in the Legislative Chambers on the 3rd floor of the Annex Building in Bath, NY, and via webinar. The agenda lists the County Manager and an item titled “City of Corning Claim.” The committee will discuss that claim during the meeting.

• City of Corning claim – discussion item for the County Manager

The Administration Committee approved a payment of up to $20,000 to cover attorney fees for the City of Corning's claim. The motion passed with a 3-0-1 vote, with Chair William Thew abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 3-0 vote.

• Authorized payment up to $20,000 for City of Corning attorney fees (3-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Community Services Board Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee

The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates on SCCS services. The meeting consists of general business and updates from board members.

• Approval of September 16, 2025 minutes
• Updates on SCCS services

The board postponed approval of the meeting minutes. Members agreed to merge the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities subcommittee with the Mental Health subcommittee. No vote tallies were recorded for either action.

• Approval of minutes tabled (no vote recorded)
• Merge IDD subcommittee with Mental Health subcommittee approved (members agreed)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will approve February minutes and consider several department funding requests. Key actions include a $2,140,000 transfer for road projects, a $245,000 road‑project fund reallocation, and acceptance of multiple state grants. The committee will also review a $22,000 equipment purchase for the Hornell CAC site and a corrective action plan from the County Manager.

• Accept NYS OMH Cares Up Grant of $40,000 for the Sheriff’s Office
• Transfer $245,000 from Road Project Funds to Road Improvement Unassigned
• Transfer $2,140,000 from Road Improvements Unassigned to Road Project Funds
• Accept New York State Office of Victim Services Grant of $288,412 for Social Services
• Approve purchase of a $22,000 colposcope for the Hornell CAC site

The committee approved the February 10, 2026 minutes (5‑0). It authorized several financial actions, including a $2.14 M transfer to 2026 road project funds and acceptance of multiple state grants. It also waived a $6,000 forestry exemption penalty and adopted a corrective action plan for the state comptroller audit.

• Approved minutes of Feb 10, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted NYS OMH Cares Up Grant $40,000 per year for three years (5-0)
• Transferred $245,000 from Road Projects Fund to 2025 Road Improvements Unassigned (5-0)
• Transferred $2,140,000 from Road Improvements Unassigned to 2026 Road Project Funds (5-0)
• Authorized roll‑over of $1,723.57 unused 2025 Opioid funds to Family Service Society for 2026 (5-0)
• Accepted $15,474.65 from OFA Advisory Council for Office for the Aging (5-0)
• Approved NYS Office of Victim Services Grant $288,412 and purchase of $22,000 colposcope (5-0)
• Waived $6,000 480(A) Forestry Exemption penalty for parcel #174.00-01-002.000 (4-0-1, 1 abstain)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss several department requests, including the creation of six new personnel positions across Community and Social Services. The body will also review contract extensions for IT, tax printing, and fleet management.

• Creation of one Senior Social Work Assistant ($53,273 - $78,801), two Help Desk Technical Assistants ($41,740 - $61,743), two Caseworkers ($50,736 - $75,049), and one Computer Operations Supervisor ($58,712 - $86,878)
• City of Corning claim not to exceed $12,147.90
• Authorization to contract with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP as Bond Counsel for Landfill Expansion
• Contract extensions for Granicus, Armory Associates, LLC, Enterprise Fleet Management, and Empire Access
• Proposed amendments to local laws regarding enrolled volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers and senior citizens exemption sliding scale

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from February 10, 2026 and unanimously adopted the corrective action plan required by the State Comptroller audit. It authorized extensions and new contracts for tax bill printing, Granicus software, Empire Access services, and bond counsel for the landfill project, and approved amendments to local laws affecting volunteer firefighter and senior citizen tax exemptions. Several new staff positions were also created across Community Services and Social Services.

• Approved corrective action plan for State Comptroller audit (5-0)
• Authorized extension of Applied Business Systems tax bill printing contract for 2026 (5-0)
• Authorized participation in two Hornellsville tax certiorari proceedings up to $10,000 (5-0)
• Amended Local Law No. 8 to include surviving spouses of volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers (5-0)
• Amended Local Law No. 3 to increase senior citizen exemption to 65% and add income categories (5-0)
• Renewed Granicus contract for one year, up to $52,000 annual cost (5-0)
• Authorized bond counsel contract with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe for landfill expansion, up to $25,000 (5-0)
• Created one Senior Social Work Assistant position, CSEA Grade L (5-0)

Community Services Board Mental Health Subcommittee

The subcommittee will consider approval of the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on SCCS operations and board activities. No specific actions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 minutes
• Updates on SCCS
• Updates from Board members

The subcommittee voted to approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor. No other motions or votes were recorded; the remaining agenda items were informational updates.

• Approved minutes for September 9, 2025 (unanimous)

AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will review the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes, conduct an orientation for council members, and give updates on the Volunteer Recognition Event scheduled for March 19. It will also discuss programming updates for the RSVP and Senior Companion programs before adjourning.

• Review of Meeting Minutes, January 8, 2026
• Advisory Council Orientation
• Update: Volunteer Recognition Event, March 19
• Programming Updates: RSVP
• Programming Updates: Senior Companion Program

Office for the Aging Advisory Council

The Office for the Aging Advisory Council will meet on March 5, 2026 at 1 pm in the County Building Annex, Room A and via Zoom. The agenda includes welcome and introductions, public comment, approval of minutes, committee assignments, a director’s report, an SSSF report, and a birthday acknowledgment. No decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be for discussion and reporting.

• Public Comment period
• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Committee assignments
• Director’s Report by Gabe Smalt
• SSSF Report by Linda M. Tetor

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee will approve the February 4, 2026 minutes and review departmental requests. Items include authorizing a request for proposals for engineer and architect services to renovate county office building bathrooms and awarding contracts for a Ferris zero‑turn mower and generator maintenance. The historian will present the America 250 commemorations, including a proposal to accept $15,000 from the New York State 250th Commemorative Committee. No other business is listed.

• Authorize RFP for engineer and architect services for renovations of COB bathrooms
• Award contract for Ferris zero‑turn mower or equal
• Award contract for generator maintenance
• Accept $15,000 from NYS 250th Commemorative Committee for America 250 commemorations
• Create Steuben County America 250 Committee and plan commemorative event

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee approved the February 4 minutes and authorized an RFP for bathroom renovations. It awarded a $10,975 mower contract to Charles F. Oliver & Son, LLC and an $18,130 generator‑maintenance contract to Integrated Power. The committee also accepted $15,000 from the NYS 250th Commemorative Committee, supported four new plaques for the Hornell Civil War Soldiers Monument, and passed a resolution urging NYSEG to review electric delivery charges.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for engineer and architect services for county office bathroom renovation (5-0)
• Declared Bobcat of Batavia non‑responsive and awarded Ferris Zero Turn Mower contract to Charles F. Oliver & Son, LLC for $10,975 (5-0)
• Awarded generator maintenance contract to Integrated Power for $18,130 (5-0)
• Authorized county historian to accept $15,000 from NYS 250th Commemorative Committee (5-0)
• Recognized and supported addition of four plaques to Hornell Civil War Soldiers Monument (5-0)
• Passed NYSEG memorializing resolution demanding review of electric delivery charges (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee will approve minutes from February 4, 2026 and consider several departmental requests. Items include rolling over unused opioid funds, accepting $15,474.65 for the Office for the Aging, approving a $288,412 state victim services grant and a $22,000 equipment purchase for the Hornell CAC site, and authorizing a preschool transportation agreement with Chemung County. The committee will also review fee adjustments, a $4,717.09 opioid campaign fund rollover, and proposals to create multiple new staff positions with specified salary ranges.

• Accept New York State Office of Victim Services grant – $288,412 (Social Services)
• Authorize $15,474.65 funds from OFA Advisory Council (Office for the Aging)
• Purchase colposcope for Hornell CAC site – $22,000 (Social Services)
• Inter‑municipal preschool transportation agreement with Chemung County
• Create senior social work assistant position – salary $53,272‑$78,801 (Community Services)

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee approved multiple funding allocations, contracts, and personnel hires. It accepted opioid fund roll‑overs, a grant from the OFA Advisory Council, and a $288,412 NYS Victim Services Grant, and it authorized new vaccine fee rates and preschool transportation agreements. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved roll‑over of $1,723.57 unused 2025 opioid funds to Family Service Society (4‑0)
• Approved acceptance of $15,474.65 from OFA Advisory Council (4‑0)
• Approved contract with Rachel Gardner for psychological evaluations (4‑0)
• Approved acceptance and appropriation of $288,412 NYS Victim Services Grant and purchase of $22,000 colposcope (4‑0)
• Approved inter‑municipal agreement with Chemung County for preschool transportation at $50 per day (4‑0)
• Approved solicitation of bids for preschool transportation services (4‑0)
• Approved private‑pay vaccine fee increases (Fluarix Quad $22, Hep A $100, Heplisav B $170, Tdap $75) (4‑0)
• Approved creation of one Senior Social Work Assistant, two Help Desk Technical Assistants, two Caseworker positions, and one Computer Operations Supervisor (4‑0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will meet to approve minutes, review the 2025 audit, and discuss proposed acquisitions and project status. The meeting will be held in-person at the Legislative Chambers in Bath, New York.

• Approval of February 4, 2026 minutes
• 2025 Audit presentation by Bonadio
• Discussion of proposed acquisitions
• Status of current projects
• Next meeting scheduled for April 1, 2026

The Steuben County Land Bank Board approved the minutes from February 4, 2026 and accepted the 2025 audit report. It awarded the $16,000 demolition contract for 8 O’Connor Avenue to A.J. Creighton and authorized the acceptance of a donation of 29 Delaware Avenue in Hornell. The board also authorized acquisition of the 9665 CR 46 property in Dansville and moved the session to an executive session before adjourning.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Accepted 2025 audit report (7-0)
• Awarded demolition bid for 8 O’Connor Avenue to A.J. Creighton for $16,000 (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of donation of 29 Delaware Avenue, Hornell (7-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 9665 CR 46, Dansville (7-0)
• Adjourned regular session to executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned executive session to regular session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Works Committee

The Steuben County Public Works Committee will approve the February minutes and consider two highway fund transfers: $245,000 from Road Project Funds to Road Improvements Unassigned and $2,140,000 from Road Improvements Unassigned to Road Project Funds. It will also review landfill requests to standardize Thurman scales and to purchase an Erwin Transfer Station scale. Finally, the committee will discuss a series of bids and contracts for concrete, asphalt, bridge components, landfill services, and hazardous‑waste collection.

• Authorize transfer of $245,000 from Road Project Funds to Road Improvements Unassigned
• Authorize transfer of $2,140,000 from Road Improvements Unassigned to Road Project Funds
• Request to standardize Thurman scales at the landfill
• Request authorization to purchase an Erwin Transfer Station scale
• Review bids for concrete pumping service, ready‑mix concrete, and asphalt projects

The Public Works Committee approved two budget transfers totaling $2.385 M, authorized standardizing Thurman scales and purchasing an Erwin transfer‑station scale for $105,115, and awarded a series of contracts including a $5,663,300 asphalt project. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved transfer of $245,000 from road project funds to road improvements unassigned (5‑0)
• Approved transfer of $2,140,000 from road improvements unassigned to road project funds (5‑0)
• Authorized standardizing purchase of Thurman scales for Bath landfill and transfer stations (5‑0)
• Authorized purchase of a new inbound scale for Erwin Transfer Station for $105,115, contingent on scale standardization (5‑0)
• Awarded concrete pumping services to Custom Mix Concrete (sole bidder) (5‑0)
• Awarded asphalt concrete specified‑in‑place project to Dolomite Products Co. (D/B/A A.L. Blades) for $5,663,300 (5‑0)
• Awarded cold in‑place recycling project to Suit‑Kote Corporation for $798,649.50 (5‑0)
• Awarded code enforcement services to Charles A. Cagle at $27.60 per hour (5‑0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will approve the February 2 minutes and consider several departmental requests. Items include a probation agreement with IPPC Technologies, a $40,000 state grant for the Sheriff’s Office, and contracts for mental‑health research and telephone services. The committee will also discuss emergency‑services matters such as establishing a CART team and a $8,040 PSAP upgrade, and review an animal‑cruelty local law proposal.

• Authorize agreement with IPPC Technologies (Probation)
• Accept NYS OMH Cares Up Grant – $40,000 (Sheriff’s Office)
• Authorize contract with Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (Sheriff’s Office)
• Amend contract with ViaPath (Global Tel Link) (Sheriff’s Office)
• Approve establishment of CART Team (Emergency Services/E‑911)

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved the February 2 minutes and authorized several actions, all passing 4-0. It approved a memorandum with IPPC Technologies for electronic monitoring of probationers, accepted a NYS CARES Up grant of $40,000 per year for three years, and approved an amendment to the ViaPath inmate‑telephone contract. The committee also accepted a $2,352 boat slip donation, authorized a student field‑internship agreement, an $8,040 ASAP alarm protocol agreement, and the solicitation of bids for an EMS stair chair.

• Approved February 2 minutes (4-0)
• Authorized IPPC Technologies monitoring agreement (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of NYS CARES Up grant $40,000/yr for three years (4-0)
• Authorized amendment of ViaPath inmate‑telephone contract (4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of boat slip donation valued at $2,352 (4-0)
• Authorized student field‑internship agreement with ambulance providers (4-0)
• Authorized ASAP protocol agreement with Mission Critical Partners for $8,040 (4-0)
• Authorized solicitation of bids for EMS stair chair (4-0)

Community Services Board

The Steuben County Community Services Board will meet to approve minutes from October and December 2025, receive reports on HBCI services and local agencies, and discuss the Local Services Plan for 2026.

• Approval of minutes from 10/14/2025 and 12/09/2025
• Report from Clarity on HBCI services
• Updates from SCCS and the LGU
• Discussion of Local Services Plan 2026
• Next meeting scheduled for April 7, 2026

The Community Services Board approved the meeting minutes from October 14 2025 and December 9 2025. The motion was made by Matthew Marmor, seconded by Jamie Kennedy, and passed with all members in favor. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from 10/14/2025 and 12/09/2025 (all in favor)

Public Hearings

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on February 23, 2026, to discuss the administration of a $198,000 Community Development Block Grant project for repairing or replacing water wells and septic systems for low- and moderate-income homeowners. Written comments are due by February 27, 2026.

• Public hearing on Steuben County Well and Septic Replacement Program ($198,000)
• Written comments deadline: February 27, 2026
• Meeting location: Legislative Chambers, 20 East Morris Street, Bath, NY

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Well and Septic Replacement Program. It will consider a series of resolutions that transfer and appropriate funds, notably moving opioid settlement money to the CASA‑Trinity AIR program and approving the New York State Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment (SAEF) allocation. Additional items include adopting a local law to create an animal‑abuser registry, waiving tip fees for municipal roadside clean‑up weeks, authorizing a tire‑amnesty week, and appointing members to several county boards and committees.

• Public Hearing on CDBG Well and Septic Replacement Program
• Resolution transferring opioid settlement funds to CASA‑Trinity AIR program
• Adoption of Local Law Tentatively No. 1 establishing an animal‑abuser registry
• Waiving tip fees for roadside cleanup weeks for local municipalities
• Authorizing a Tire Amnesty Week and establishing an event recycle fee

The County Legislature approved the minutes from the previous meeting after a motion by Van Etten and a second by Schu. It also adopted Resolution No. 031-26, formally receiving and filing the February 23, 2026 communications log from the County Manager’s Office. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted minutes of previous meeting (motion by Van Etten, seconded by Schu)
• Adopted Resolution No. 031-26 to receive and accept the communications log

Inter-County Association of Western New York

The Inter‑County Association of Western New York will open with a call to order, approve the November 2025 minutes, review the Treasurer’s report, consider new business including the 2026 meeting calendar, and hear a presentation on the Finger Lakes Gateway project. No specific resolutions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Registration fee of $25.00 covers registration and related costs
• Approval of minutes from the November 2025 meeting
• Treasurer’s report for January 2026
• New business: scheduling open meeting dates for May and June 2026
• Presentation on the Finger Lakes Gateway (SCOPED) by Executive Director Judy McKinney Cherry

The board approved the November 2025 meeting minutes and the January 2026 Treasurer’s Report. A motion moved the scheduled May 2026 meeting to May 8, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Approved January 2026 Treasurer’s Report (carried)
• Moved May 2026 meeting date to May 8, 2026 (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee is reviewing several department requests for budget transfers and fund allocations. Key items include shifting funds for road and bridge projects and allocating money for the Assigned Counsel and opioid programs.

• Transfer of $1,276,103.04 from Road Project Funds to Road Improvement Unassigned
• Transfer of $151,411.26 from Smith Hill Bridge Project to Future Bridge Projects
• Assigned Counsel allocation of $250,000
• Transfer of $16,000 for Jail Equipment/Countertops in Booking
• Transfer of $50,000 to Spill Prevention Control Capital

The Finance Committee unanimously approved several budget transfers and appropriations, including a $1,276,103.04 transfer for road improvement unassigned. Additional approvals covered jail equipment, bridge projects, spill‑prevention capital, opioid fund allocations, and a $250,000 appropriation for Assigned Counsel. All motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved $16,000 transfer from 2025 Jail Major Equipment to 2026 Jail Equipment/Countertops (4-0)
• Approved $151,411.26 transfer from Smith Hill Bridge Project to future bridge projects (4-0)
• Approved $1,276,103.04 transfer from Road Project Funds to Road Improvement Unassigned (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 transfer from various capital projects to Spill Prevention Control Capital Project (4-0)
• Approved roll‑over of $57,435.17 unused 2025 opioid funds to CASA‑Trinity AIR program (4-0)
• Approved additional $45,000 opioid allocation to CASA‑Trinity AIR program (4-0)
• Approved $47,814 allocation from New York State Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment program (4-0)
• Approved $250,000 appropriation from 2025 undistributed fringe to Assigned Counsel (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will consider several department requests, including a contract renewal for Guthrie Occupational Medicine at up to $218 per exam and the appointment of three part‑time investigators for the District Attorney’s Office at a cost of $45,689. The County Manager will present an Assigned Counsel contract worth $250,000 and a claim against the City of Corning not to exceed $10,000. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the January 13, 2026 session and address any grievances.

• Contract renewal – Guthrie Occupational Medicine (max $218 per exam)
• Appointment of three part‑time investigators, District Attorney’s Office ($45,689)
• Assigned Counsel contract ($250,000)
• Claim against City of Corning (not to exceed $10,000)
• Award Printing Services bid

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from the Jan. 13, 2026 meeting. It awarded the printing services contract to four vendors, renewed the fitness‑exam contract for deputy sheriffs, and appointed three part‑time investigators for the District Attorney’s Office. The committee also authorized a $250,000 appropriation from the 2025 undistributed fringe line for assigned‑counsel expenses and approved up to $10,000 to cover attorney fees for the City of Corning.

• Approved Jan. 13, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Awarded printing services bid to Checkomatic, Inc.; Courier Printing Corp.; Image Now; Ridgewood Press (5-0)
• Renewed contract with Guthrie Occupational Medicine at $218 per exam (5-0)
• Appointed three part‑time investigators in the District Attorney’s Office (5-0)
• Authorized $250,000 appropriation from 2025 undistributed fringe for assigned counsel (5-0)
• Authorized payment up to $10,000 for City of Corning attorney fees (5-0)
• Authorized continued discussions on property at 121 Liberty Street (4-1)
• Adjourned regular session and reconvened in executive session (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will review the Treasurer’s Report, the 2025 financial audit, and its property inventory. It will receive an update on the status of grant applications and discuss the property at 11948 River Road in Corning. No formal actions are listed beyond these discussion items.

• Treasurer’s Report
• 2025 Financial Audit
• Inventory Discussion
• Grant Application Status
• 11948 River Road, Corning Discussion

The board approved the minutes from the Jan 7, 2026 meeting (vote 4‑0). It authorized a $31,000 transfer to renovation costs and $6,000 to environmental costs for the Fenderson Avenue rehab project (vote 4‑0). It also approved up to $6,000 for heating repairs at 11948 River Road in Corning, adjourned both regular and executive sessions, and set the next meeting for March 4, 2026 (all votes 4‑0).

• Approved Jan 7, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Authorized $31,000 to renovation costs and $6,000 to environmental costs for Fenderson Avenue project (4-0)
• Adjourned regular session and reconvened in executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned executive session and reconvened in regular session (4-0)
• Authorized up to $6,000 for heating repairs at 11948 River Road, Corning (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee will review departmental requests, including authorizing spending from the COMSVCBATH capital project for Bath Community Services building renovations. It will also discuss a First Transit contract and a second public hearing for CDBG project 1115WS336-23. Additional items include notice of the 30‑day Agricultural Inclusion Period (Feb 15–Mar 17) and the Round 5 State Septic System Replacement Fund program for priority water bodies.

• Authorization to spend out of Capital Project COMSVCBATH – Bath Community Services Building Renovations
• First Transit Contract
• Authorization to hold second public hearing for CDBG 1115WS336-23
• Notice of 30‑day Agricultural Inclusion Period (Feb 15 – Mar 17)
• Notice of Round 5 State Septic System Replacement Fund Program (priority water bodies ~9)

The Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee approved several actions, all by a 3‑0 vote. It authorized $75,000 to be spent from the Bath Community Services Building Renovations capital project. It also approved amending the First Transit contract to a monthly payment of one‑twelfth of the total contract amount, minus fare‑box proceeds.

• Approved minutes of the Jan 7 and Jan 21, 2026 meetings (3-0)
• Authorized $75,000 spend from the Bath Community Services Building Renovations capital project (3-0)
• Approved amendment to the First Transit contract to pay 1/12 of the total contract amount monthly, minus fare‑box proceeds (3-0)
• Authorized the director of planning to hold a second public hearing for CDBG Well/Septic Project #1115WS336-23 (3-0)
• Set the 30‑day annual inclusion period for agricultural districts from Feb 15 to Mar 17 (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The committee will consider rolling over unused opioid funds and allocating additional funds to the CASA-Trinity AIR Program. The agenda also includes a budget transfer for unmet needs and requests for tuition aid.

• Request to roll over unused 2025 Opioid Funds to CASA-Trinity AIR Program
• Request to allocate additional Opioid Funds to CASA-Trinity AIR Program
• Budget Transfer – UNMET Needs
• Tuition Aid Request: Public Health – Micayla Decker ($777.00)
• Tuition Aid Request: Social Services – Christine Colley ($2,133.48)

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee approved the minutes from the January 7 meeting. It authorized a $57,435.17 roll‑over of unused 2025 opioid funds and an additional $45,000 for the CASA‑Trinity AIR program. The committee also approved spending for a volunteer recognition event, a budget transfer for the Office for Aging, acceptance of a $47,814 SAEF allocation, and tuition aid for two staff members.

• Approved January 7, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Authorized roll‑over of $57,435.17 unused 2025 opioid funds to CASA‑Trinity AIR program (5-0)
• Authorized additional $45,000 opioid funds for CASA‑Trinity AIR program (5-0)
• Authorized $19,150 spend for Annual Volunteer Recognition event at Corning Museum of Glass (5-0)
• Directed finance to increase Office for Aging 2025 revenue and expense lines by $44,882.06 for Hornell Senior Center project (5-0)
• Accepted and appropriated $47,814 New York State SAEF program allocation (5-0)
• Approved tuition aid $777 for Micayla Decker and $2,133.48 for Christine Colley (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee is considering several fund transfers for bridge and road projects. Members will also discuss landfill operations, including recycling events and equipment purchases.

• Transfer of $1,276,103.04 to Road Improvement Unassigned
• Agreement with C&S Engineers, Inc. for construction inspection services ($425,000)
• Transfer of $151,411.26 to Future Bridge Projects from Smith Hill Bridge Project
• Purchase of two walking floor trailers from National Cooperative (HGAC)
• Proposed tip fee change for Tire Dollar Days

The Public Works Committee approved three fund transfers totaling $1,428,514.30 and authorized several service agreements and contracts. It also approved the 2026 household hazardous waste event at Bath, Erwin and Hornell sites and reduced the tire tip fee for Tire Dollar Days. Additional actions included awarding a bridge cleaning contract and authorizing a shared‑services hauling agreement. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved transfer of $151,411.26 from Smith Hill Bridge Project to future bridge projects (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $1,276,103.04 from road project funds to road improvement unassigned (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $50,000 from various capital projects to spill prevention control capital (5-0)
• Authorized shared services agreement for hauling equipment with municipalities (5-0)
• Authorized $425,000 construction inspection services agreement with C&S Engineers for CR4 Bridge (5-0)
• Authorized 2026 household hazardous waste event at Bath, Erwin and Hornell locations (5-0)
• Modified tire tip fee to $1 per tire during Tire Dollar Days (4-0)
• Awarded bridge cleaning, washing and sealing contract to DD&N Contracting for $286,107.50 (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Steuben County Public Safety and Corrections Committee will consider a two‑year Linstar credentialing system contract funded by a DHSES SHSP grant. It will also review an animal cruelty local law proposed by the County Manager. Additional items include a driver diversion program update and routine approvals of prior meeting minutes.

• Driver Diversion Program update (District Attorney’s Office)
• Approval of two‑year Linstar credentialing system contract – DHSES SHSP grant funded (Emergency Services/E‑911)
• Animal Cruelty Local Law proposal (County Manager)
• Approval of minutes from January 5 and January 28, 2026

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved the prior meeting minutes (4‑0) and authorized a $4,950 encumbrance from the 2025 budget for firearms and optics (5‑0). It also approved a two‑year Linstar credentialing system contract for $5,840 using grant funds (5‑0) and established an animal abuse registry (5‑0). A motion to review the ICE agreement failed because it lacked a second, and the committee adjourned both regular and executive sessions (each 5‑0).

• Approved minutes of prior meeting (4-0)
• Authorized $4,950 encumbrance for firearms and optics (5-0)
• Approved Linstar credentialing system contract $5,840 (5-0)
• Established animal abuse registry (5-0)
• Motion to review ICE agreement failed (no second)
• Adjourned regular session (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session (5-0)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee and Finance Committee are meeting to review bids and funding transfers for jail improvements. The committee will also discuss an agreement regarding the housing of federal inmates.

• Award bid for Fire Panel Project in the Jail
• Transfer of $67,000 from PSB Reserve to Jail Equipment/Fire Panel Project
• Award bid for Countertop Replacement Jail Booking
• Transfer of $9,000 from PSB Reserve to Jail Equipment/Countertops in Booking
• Inter-Governmental Agreement for housing of federal inmates

The Public Safety & Corrections and Finance committees voted 5-0 to award the fire panel contract to Matco Electric for $327,000 and to award the jail booking countertop contract to Sierra Contractors for $25,000. They also approved transfers of $67,000 and $9,000 from the restricted Public Safety Building Repairs and Renovations Reserve Fund to the jail equipment projects. All motions were adopted unanimously in both committees.

• Awarded fire panel project contract to Matco Electric for $327,000 (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Authorized $67,000 transfer from reserve fund to jail equipment/fire panel project (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Awarded countertop replacement contract to Sierra Contractors for $25,000 (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Authorized $9,000 transfer from reserve fund to jail major equipment/countertops (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee will consider awarding bids for a fire panel project and countertop replacement in the county jail. It will also vote on transferring $67,000 and $9,000 from the PSB Reserve to fund those jail equipment projects. Additionally, the committee will discuss an inter‑governmental agreement to house federal inmates.

• Award bid for Fire Panel Project in the Jail
• Authorize transfer of $67,000 from the PSB Reserve to the Jail Equipment/Fire Panel Project
• Award bid for Countertop Replacement in Jail Booking area
• Authorize transfer of $9,000 from the PSB Reserve to the Jail Equipment/Countertops in Booking
• Inter‑governmental agreement – housing of federal inmates

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee voted to renew the inter‑governmental agreement with the U.S. Marshals Service at a rate of $130 per inmate per day. The motion passed 4‑1, with Legislator Tobia opposing. The committee then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Authorized renewal of U.S. Marshals contract at $130 per inmate per day (4-1)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will consider several fund transfers and appropriations for public safety and infrastructure. The body is also reviewing personnel changes, including the reclassification of the County Historian position and various board appointments.

• Appropriating $67,000 for the Sheriff’s Jail Equipment Project
• Appropriating $9,000 for the Sheriff’s Jail Major Equipment Fund
• Reclassifying the County Historian from a part-time to a full-time position
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the U.S. Marshall’s Service for federal prisoner care
• Appointments to the Land Bank Corporation, Industrial Development Agency, and Economic Development Corporation

The Legislature met in regular session, recognized long‑serving county employees, and heard a series of public comments about ICE and related concerns. No resolutions, contracts, or other matters were voted on or adopted. The meeting concluded without any substantive decisions.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider awarding a bid for a fire panel project in the county jail and authorizing a $67,000 transfer from the Public Safety Board reserve to fund it. It will also review a $9,000 transfer for countertop replacement in the jail booking area. Additionally, the committee will discuss an inter‑governmental agreement for housing federal inmates.

• Award bid for Fire Panel Project in the Jail
• Authorize transfer of $67,000 from PSB Reserve to Jail Equipment/Fire Panel Project
• Award bid for Countertop Replacement in Jail Booking
• Authorize transfer of $9,000 from PSB Reserve to Jail Equipment/Countertops
• Inter‑governmental agreement – housing of federal inmates

The committee approved awarding the fire panel project at the jail to Matco Electric for $327,000. It also approved a $67,000 transfer from the restricted public safety building repairs reserve to fund the jail equipment/fire panel project, a $25,000 contract to Sierra Contractors for jail booking countertops, and a $9,000 transfer for jail major equipment and countertops. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0) in both the Public Safety & Corrections and Finance committees.

• Awarded fire panel contract to Matco Electric for $327,000 (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Authorized $67,000 transfer from restricted public safety building repairs reserve to jail equipment/fire panel project (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Awarded countertop replacement contract to Sierra Contractors for $25,000 (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Authorized $9,000 transfer from restricted public safety building repairs reserve to jail major equipment/countertops (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)
• Motion to adjourn adopted (5-0 PS&C, 5-0 Finance)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee will hold a special meeting on January 21, 2026, to host a roundtable discussion with small business owners regarding their experiences and needs for growth in Steuben County.

• Small business roundtable discussion scheduled
• Meeting to be held at The Main Place, 251 Main Street, Hornell, NY
• Special Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee meeting

The Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee met on Jan. 21, 2026 to hear small‑business owners discuss labor shortages, financing, power needs, housing, and transportation. Participants suggested holding another roundtable, organizing vendor and job fairs, and marketing the county to attract residents and tourists. No motions were voted on or formally approved, denied, or tabled.

Finance Committee

The Steuben County Finance Committee will discuss department budget requests and financial reports. The body is considering several fund transfers for public works projects and the acceptance of three grants for probation services.

• Transfer of $966,000 from Bridge Unassigned to 2026 Bridge Project Funds
• Transfer of $955,319.55 from 2025 Rip Rap: Ditches, Slopes to 2026 Rip Rap: Ditches, Slopes
• Transfer of $533,230.80 from 2025 Bridge Project Funds to Bridge Unassigned
• Acceptance of 2025-2026 Ignition Interlock Device Monitoring, Pretrial Services, and Probation Block grants
• Commercial Demolition Request for the Village of Bath

The committee approved a $1.5 million safety net assistance budget transfer for Social Services, along with additional allocations totaling $2.295 million. It accepted three probation‑related state grants totaling $668,499 and authorized multiple public‑works fund transfers exceeding $2.6 million. The committee also approved a $750,000 transfer to the Assigned Counsel budget and waived a $9,900 demolition cost for the Village of Bath.

• Approved Social Services budget transfers totaling $2,295,000 (4-0)
• Accepted $17,321.70 Ignition Interlock Device Monitoring Grant (4-0)
• Accepted $334,001 Pretrial Services Grant (4-0)
• Accepted $317,177 Probation Block Grant (4-0)
• Authorized $533,230.80 transfer from bridge project funds to bridge unassigned fund (4-0)
• Authorized $966,000 transfer from bridge unassigned fund to 2026 bridge project funds (4-0)
• Authorized $750,000 transfer to Assigned Counsel budget (4-0)
• Approved Village of Bath demolition cost waiver and $9,900 fund transfer (4-0)

Administration Committee

The Steuben County Administration Committee will discuss department requests regarding personnel appointments, salary upgrades, and contract renewals. The body is reviewing staffing changes for Social Services and the County Historian.

• Appointment of Assistant Director of Temporary and Disability Assistance at $65,475
• Proposed upgrade of County Historian to Management Grade F ($53,424 - $83,553) and reclassification to full-time at $63,467
• Contract renewal for Institute for Forensic Psychology
• Review of 2026 School Contracts for the Elections department
• Appointment of Republican Election Commissioner

Office for the Aging Advisory Council

The Office for the Aging Advisory Council will meet on Jan 8, 2026 to hear a Director’s Report, an SSSF Report, and discuss committee assignments. Members will also review the previous meeting minutes, receive public comments, and note birthdays. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public Comment period
• Review of meeting minutes
• Committee Assignments discussion
• Director’s Report by Gabe Smalt
• SSSF Report by Linda M. Tetor

The council approved a correction to the December meeting minutes. A motion to close the Five Star bank account and transfer its funds to county management was approved. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved correction to December minutes (all in favor)
• Approved closing Five Star bank account and moving funds to county (all in favor)

AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council

The AmeriCorps Seniors Advisory Council will review and vote on proposed bylaw changes. The council will also review and discuss the AmeriCorps Seniors program work plans and priorities for the upcoming period. The meeting includes standard items such as welcome, public comment, and approval of minutes.

• Bylaw review, discussion, and vote for acceptance
• Review and discussion of AmeriCorps Seniors program work plans and priorities
• Public comment period
• Approval of meeting minutes

The council unanimously approved a date correction to the December meeting minutes. A motion to close the Five Star bank account and move its funds under county control was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved correction to December minutes (unanimous)
• Approved closure of Five Star bank account and transfer of funds to county (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee

The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry & Planning Committee will consider departmental requests, including approving a contract with NYSDOT for a mass‑transportation capital project valued at $4,443,676 and spanning 1/1/2023 – 3/31/2029. The committee will also approve the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting and receive an activities update from the Steuben County Industrial Development Agency.

• Approve NYSDOT contract for Mass Transportation Capital Project – $4,443,676 (1/1/2023‑3/31/2029)
• Approve minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting
• Departmental request from Planning (Marie Myers Shearing)
• County Manager items presented by Jack Wheeler and Chris Brewer
• Steuben County Industrial Development Agency activities update

The committee approved the December 3, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It authorized the Planning Director to enter a $4,443,676 Mass Transportation Capital Project Agreement with the NYS Department of Transportation (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved December 3, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Authorized Planning Director to enter $4,443,676 NYS DOT agreement (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Human Services, Health & Education Committee

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee will meet to approve minutes, review opioid funding updates, and consider new preschool contracts and tuition aid requests. Public comment is not available at this standing committee meeting.

• Approval of December 3, 2025 minutes
• Opioid Funding Program Update(s)
• New Preschool Contracts
• Tuition Aid Requests for Public Health staff
• Budget Transfer and Personnel matters

The Human Services, Health & Education Committee approved the December 3, 2025 minutes (5‑0). It authorized new preschool contracts with Stephanie Brentnall and Choice Physical Therapy at $70 per session and $35 per group participant (5‑0). The committee also approved a budget transfer adding $1,500,000 to Safety Net Assistance and related allocations (5‑0). Tuition aid requests for two public‑health nurses were approved (5‑0 each).

• Approved December 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved preschool contracts with Stephanie Brentnall and Choice Physical Therapy at $70/$35 rates (5-0)
• Approved budget transfer: $160,000 TANF payments, $20,000 Emergency Assistance, $1,500,000 Safety Net Assistance, $180,000 Federal Aid TANF, $435,000 State Aid – Safety Net (5-0)
• Approved tuition aid for Jennifer Kennan, $1,777.50 (5-0)
• Approved tuition aid for Micayla Decker, $777.00 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Steuben County Land Bank Corporation (SCLBC)

The Steuben County Land Bank Corporation will approve the December 3, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will hear the Treasurer’s Report, review award bids, receive an inventory update, and discuss the status of grant applications. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2026.

• Approval of December 3, 2025 minutes
• Treasurer’s Report
• Award Bids
• Inventory Update
• Grant Application Status

The board approved the December 3, 2026 minutes and awarded the air‑monitoring contract to Paradigm for the Hornell and Corning demolition projects ($1,860 and $2,160). The Treasurer reported $250,000 from the sale of 11948 River Road, and the board noted ongoing demolition projects and a pending $1.7 million grant application. The board agreed to provide property‑assessment data and scheduled the next meeting for February 4, 2026.

• Approved December 3, 2026 minutes (duly carried)
• Awarded air‑monitoring contract to Paradigm for 6238 North Main Street Extension, Hornell ($1,860) and 97 Gorton Street, Corning ($2,160) (duly carried)
• Adjourned meeting (duly carried)

County Legislature

The Steuben County Legislature will hold an organizational meeting to swear in newly‑elected legislators and to elect and appoint the Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026‑2027 term. The meeting includes an executive session on matters leading to the appointment of a particular person, and it will adopt resolutions on committee appointments, official newspaper designations, and other routine business.

• Election and appointment of Chair of the Legislature (2026‑2027)
• Election and appointment of Vice Chair of the Legislature (2026‑2027)
• Executive session on matters leading to the appointment of a particular person
• Resolution to recognize the Chair’s authority to appoint standing and special committees
• Designation of official newspaper by Republican (majority) and Democratic (minority) leaders

Public Safety & Corrections Committee

The Public Safety and Corrections Committee will consider accepting three probation grants and renewing several Sheriff's Office agreements. The committee will also discuss EMS coverage and a request to convert a municipal certificate of need to permanent operating authority.

• Acceptance of 2025-2026 Ignition Interlock Device Monitoring, Pretrial Services, and Probation Block grants
• Sheriff's Office agreement renewals for Flock ($12,000) and LexisNexis ($3,713)
• Sheriff's Office agreement renewals for PrimeCare and Trinity Services Group, Inc.
• Approval of Linstar agreement for Outside Camera Project
• Resolution to continue EMS coverage and convert Municipal Certificate of Need to Permanent Operating Authority

The Public Safety & Corrections Committee approved the prior meeting minutes and accepted three probation‑related grants totaling $668,499.70. It authorized renewal of four Sheriff’s Office contracts for license‑plate readers, phone‑geolocation, jail medical services and food service. The 2026 STOP DWI Enforcement Agreements and the final outside‑camera project were approved, and the County was authorized to continue EMS coverage and apply to make its Certificate of Need permanent. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved minutes of Dec 1 2025 meeting (3‑0)
• Accepted Ignition Interlock Grant $17,321.70, Pretrial Services Grant $334,001 and Probation Block Grant $317,177 (3‑0)
• Authorized renewal of Flock Group LPRs $12,000, LexisNexis phone‑geolocation $3,713, PrimeCare jail medical services $2,018,360.41 and Trinity food services $3.225 per meal (3‑0)
• Approved 2026 STOP DWI Enforcement Agreements (personnel $14,400, equipment $3,000, overtime $11,500) (3‑0)
• Authorized agreement with Linstar to finish outside camera project for $15,971.10 (3‑0)
• Authorized County to continue EMS coverage and apply to convert the Municipal Certificate of Need to a permanent operating authority (3‑0)

Public Works Committee