Sullivan County, New York

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider a series of resolutions and authorizations, including contracts for youth employment services, legal aid, and environmental services. It will vote on applying for state emergency management and homeland security grant awards and on extending youth bureau contracts. Additional items include a flow‑control ordinance investigation, reclassification of public works positions, and a property repurchase plan. The agenda also contains a resolution to modify the 2026 budget.

• Authorize a contract with Optima Environmental Services, Inc., 92‑94 Stewart Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550, not to exceed $35,000 for services at various County facilities (ID‑8492)
• Authorize the County Manager to apply for and accept the FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant Program award from NY State DHSES (ID‑8465)
• Authorize the County Manager to apply for and accept the FY 2025 Homeland Security Grant Program award from NY State DHSES (ID‑8466)
• Resolution to modify the 2026 Budget (ID‑8512)
• Engage an investigator to investigate violations of the County’s Flow Control Ordinance (ID‑8481)

Executive Committee

The Sullivan County Executive Committee will consider several resolutions, including amending Resolution No. 304-23 and extending the Senior Care EMS contract. It will set public hearings for adding parcels to Agricultural District 4 and for a flow‑control local law. The committee will also award a contract to Accessibility Innovations Inc. to assess the county’s digital accessibility compliance. Additional items include a lease with the NYS Department of Labor and a budget hearing for the SCCC 2026‑2027 budget.

• Amend Resolution No. 304-23 (ID‑8452)
• Extend contract with Senior Care EMS (ID‑8506)
• Set public hearing on Agricultural District 4 parcel inclusion for 8/6/26 (ID‑8507)
• Award contract to Mid‑State Communications and Electronics, Inc. (ID‑8514)
• Authorize award of RFP #R‑26‑16 to Accessibility Innovations Inc. for a digital accessibility assessment (ID‑8524)

Health & Human Services

The committee will review monthly reports from the Department of Public Health and Social Services, Community Service and Care Center. Members will consider several resolutions regarding service agreements for youth employment, respite care, and professional services.

• Agreement for Summer Youth Employment Services (ID-8459)
• Agreements for Residential Respite Preventive Services (ID-8460)
• Agreements for the provision of professional services (ID-8480)
• Modification of agreement with E-Psychiatry for telemedicine and medication assisted treatment (ID-8493)

The Health & Human Services Committee voted unanimously (3-0) to approve four resolutions. The resolutions cover summer youth employment services, residential respite preventive services, professional services agreements, and a modification of the e‑psychiatry telemedicine agreement. Each resolution will be forwarded to the County Legislature on July 20 or July 21, 2026 as noted. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution to enter into an agreement for Summer Youth Employment Services (3-0) – to be sent to County Legislature on 7/20/2026
• Approved Resolution to execute agreements for Residential Respite Preventive Services (3-0) – to be sent to County Legislature on 7/21/2026
• Approved Resolution to enter into agreements for provision of professional services (3-0) – to be sent to County Legislature on 7/21/2026
• Approved Resolution to modify the agreement with e‑psychiatry for telemedicine psychiatric care (3-0) – to be sent to County Legislature on 7/21/2026

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider two resolutions: one to engage an investigator to examine violations of the county’s flow control ordinance, and another to authorize the County Manager to sign a contract with Optima Environmental Services, Inc. for services at various county facilities not to exceed $35,000. The meeting also includes the monthly public works report and public comment.

• Resolution to engage an investigator for flow control ordinance violations (ID-8481)
• Resolution to authorize a contract with Optima Environmental Services, Inc. up to $35,000 for work at county facilities (ID-8492)
• Division of Public Works monthly report (ID-8495)

The committee approved a resolution to engage an investigator to look into violations of the county’s Flow Control Ordinance (ID‑8481). It also approved a resolution authorizing the County Manager to enter a contract with Optima Environmental Services, Inc. for up to $35,000 for services at various county facilities (ID‑8492). Both motions were carried with votes from Chairman Perrello, Legislators Ward, McPhillips, Salomone and Scott, while Vice Chairman McPhillips and Legislator Alvarez were absent.

• Approved resolution to engage investigator for Flow Control Ordinance violations (ID‑8481)
• Approved contract authorization with Optima Environmental Services up to $35,000 (ID‑8492)

Management & Budget Committee

The committee will meet to discuss reports from county financial and IT divisions. Members will consider resolutions regarding legal service grants, tax roll corrections, and a budget modification.

• Modification agreements for the Fourth Upstate Quality Improvement and Caseload Reduction Grant
• Tax roll correction for Town of Thompson tax map #110.-3-44
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Thompson for Laserfiche electronic document management services
• Repurchase of properties listed on Schedule A
• Modification of the 2026 Budget

The Management & Budget Committee approved five resolutions and will forward them to the County Legislature meeting on July 21, 2026. All five motions were moved by Vice Chairman Matt McPhillips, seconded by District 9 Legislator Terry Blosser‑Bernardo, and passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The resolutions cover executive legal service agreements, correction of the Town of Thompson 2026 tax roll, an intermunicipal IT services agreement, property repurchases, and a modification of the 2026 budget.

• Approved Executive Modification agreements with NYS Office of Indigent Legal Services, Sullivan Legal Aid Panel and Sullivan County Conflict Legal Aid, Inc (4-0)
• Approved correction of the 2026 tax roll for the Town of Thompson, Tax Map #110.-3-44 (4-0)
• Approved Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Thompson for IT services and Laserfiche document management (4-0)
• Approved repurchase of properties listed on Schedule A (4-0)
• Approved modification of the 2026 budget (4-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to consider resolutions regarding personnel changes in two county departments. The body will also discuss a policy prohibiting the use of recording devices.

• Abolish, create, and modify positions within the Department of Public Health (ID-8467)
• Reclassify, abolish, and create positions within the Division of Public Works (ID-8489)
• Establish a policy prohibiting the use of recording devices (ID-7371)

The Human Resources Committee voted to table the resolution that would abolish, create, and modify certain positions within the Sullivan County Department of Public Health. The motion was made by Vice Chair Brian McPhillips, seconded by District 5 Legislator Catherine Scott, and carried with votes from Chairwoman Amanda Ward, Vice Chair McPhillips, District 9 Legislator Terry Blosser‑Bernardo, and District 5 Legislator Catherine Scott. No vote was taken on the resolutions to reclassify public works positions or to prohibit recording devices. The meeting adjourned at 9:44 am.

• Resolution to abolish, create, and modify public health positions tabled (aye: Ward, McPhillips, Blosser‑Bernardo, Scott)

Public Works Committee

The meeting agenda for July 16, 2026, contains only procedural items. No substantive business, decisions, or discussions are listed.

The committee reconvened at 12:52 pm after several members were absent, with Matt McPhillips selected to lead the recessed session. Two minutes later, the committee adjourned at 12:54 pm to await legal advice from counsel. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

• Reconvened at 12:52 pm (Matt McPhillips selected to reconvene)
• Adjourned at 12:54 pm to receive legal advice from counsel

Economic Development Committee

The Sullivan County Economic Development Committee is receiving monthly reports from the Division of Community Resources (Workforce Development), Sullivan County Visitors Association (SCVA), Industrial Development Agency (IDA), Chamber of Commerce, and Partnership for Economic Development. The agenda includes discussion and public comment but no resolutions or votes on specific projects.

• Division of Community Resources Workforce Development Monthly Report for July 2026 (ID-8478)
• SCVA presentation (ID-8499)
• IDA Activity Report for June 2026 (ID-8498)
• Chamber of Commerce report
• Partnership for Economic Development report

The committee received monthly updates from the SCVA, Division of Community Resources, IDA, Chamber of Commerce, Foundation, and Partnership for Economic Development. No resolutions were presented or voted upon during this meeting. The session included several public comments.

• No substantive decisions or resolutions were recorded

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will consider two resolutions. One authorizes an application for funding to write a County Comprehensive Plan (ID-8463). The other extends certain 2025 Youth Bureau contracts through December 31, 2026 (ID-8469). The meeting also includes routine reports from the Planning Division and Division of Community Resources.

• Resolution to authorize funding for County Comprehensive Plan (ID-8463)
• Resolution to extend 2025 Youth Bureau contracts to Dec 31, 2026 (ID-8469)
• Planning Division report (ID-8470) for June 2026
• Division of Community Resources monthly report for July 2026 (ID-8479)

The Planning and Community Resources Committee approved two resolutions. Resolution #1 authorizes an application for funding to write a County Comprehensive Plan and will be forwarded to the County Legislature meeting on July 21, 2026. Resolution #2 authorizes extending certain 2025 Youth Bureau contracts through December 31, 2026 and will also be sent to the County Legislature meeting on July 21, 2026. Both motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution #1 to authorize funding application for County Comprehensive Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2 to extend 2025 Youth Bureau contracts through Dec 31, 2026 (4-0)
• Both resolutions to be carried to County Legislature meeting on 7/21/2026

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The committee approved moving three resolutions to the County Legislature for upcoming meetings in July. These include extending Prime Care Services for the county jail and authorizing grant applications for emergency management and homeland security.

• Carried resolution to extend Prime Care Services for Sullivan County Jail to Legislature (4-0)
• Carried resolution to accept FY2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant to Legislature (4-0)
• Carried resolution to accept FY2025 Homeland Security Grant Program award to Legislature (4-0)

County Legislature

The Legislature approved an engagement letter with the law firm Harris Beach Murtha, Murtha & Scott LLP. A motion to untable a resolution regarding a centralized arraignment part failed due to a lack of a second.

• Approved engagement letter with Harris Beach Murtha (6-2)
• Resolution to establish a Centralized Arraignment Part remains tabled

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will hear reports from Purchasing and Central Services (ID-8462), the Board of Elections (ID-8487), the County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and the Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions are scheduled, and the meeting consists of discussion and public comment.

• Purchasing and Central Services report (ID-8462)
• Board of Elections report (ID-8487)
• County Clerk report
• SUNY Sullivan report
• Cornell Cooperative Extension report

The committee received departmental updates regarding Purchasing and Central Services, the Board of Elections, the County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions were presented or voted upon during this meeting.

• No substantive decisions or resolutions were recorded

Veterans Committee

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee will consider a resolution to amend the rules for operation of the county’s Veteran’s Cemetery. The meeting will also include reports from veterans service organizations and the Veterans Service Agency director, followed by public comment.

• Resolution No. 475-01 to amend operation rules of the Sullivan County Veteran’s Cemetery
• Veterans Service Agency Director’s Report (ID-8483)

The Veterans Committee moved to amend the rules for operation of the Sullivan County Veteran’s Cemetery. A motion by District 5 Legislator Catherine Scott, seconded by Chairman Luis Alvarez, was carried by vote of Chairman Alvarez, Vice Chairman Salomone, District 5 Legislator Scott and District 1 Legislator McPhillips. The amendment will be presented to the County Legislature on July 21, 2026.

• Amended rules for Sullivan County Veteran’s Cemetery resolution carried to County Legislature (motion carried by four members)

County Legislature

This meeting is a ceremonial Juneteenth celebration, not a legislative session. It includes the Black National Anthem, student musicians, and presentations to local trailblazers including the first Black Supreme Court Justice from Sullivan County and the first Black Female Postmaster of Monticello.

• Recognition of Hon. William Little as first Black Supreme Court Justice from Sullivan County
• Recognition of Debbie Mack as first Black Female Postmaster of Monticello
• Performance by Monticello MBK Student Musicians
• Introduction of AI Labs by Ramone Wilson, Executive Director of Human Rights

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will hold a public hearing on overriding the state-imposed property tax cap for the 2027 budget year. A local law to override the tax cap is up for consideration after public comment.

• Public hearing on Override Tax Cap (ID-8439)
• Consideration of Local Law to Override the Tax Cap for 2027 (ID-8440)

The County Legislature held a public hearing regarding Local Law ID-8440 to override the tax cap for 2027. The hearing was opened at 8:57 AM and declared closed at 9:05 AM.

• Public hearing on Override the Tax Cap (ID-8439) held
• Public hearing on Override the Tax Cap for 2027 (ID-8440) held

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider resolutions including creating a Domestic Violence Unit, adjusting the District Attorney's salary, and setting a public hearing on a proposed local law regarding flow control. Other items include a billboard advertising contract with LAMAR at the airport, permitting former owners to repurchase county-acquired parcels, amending the whistleblower policy, and applying for a federal SAFER grant for fire and emergency response. The committee will also accept a negative declaration for a proposed public safety communications facility and cash donations for the Emergency Services Youth Academy.

• Create 3 positions in DSS for a Domestic Violence Unit (ID-8374)
• Adjust salary of Sullivan County District Attorney (ID-8421)
• Set public hearing on proposed local law regarding flow control for July 23, 2026 at 8:45am (ID-8426)
• Enter contract with LAMAR Advertising for airport billboard advertising (ID-8438)
• Accept negative declaration for proposed Public Safety Communications Facility (ID-8449)

The Executive Committee voted to carry multiple resolutions to the full County Legislature meeting on June 18, 2026. Discussion included a debate regarding additional funding for the Sullivan County Visitor's Association.

• Carried resolution to create 3 DSS positions for a Domestic Violence Unit (8-0)
• Carried resolution to adjust District Attorney salary (8-0)
• Carried resolution to set public hearing for local law on flow control (8-0)
• Carried resolution regarding Legislative Discretionary Funding program (8-0)
• Carried resolution for LAMAR Advertising contract (8-0)
• Carried resolution to permit former owners to repurchase parcels (8-0)
• Carried resolution to amend the Whistleblower Policy (8-0)
• Carried resolution to apply for SAFER grant program award (8-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature meets to consider a local law authorizing an override of the New York State Real Property Tax Cap, establish fees for EMS services, and create a Domestic Violence Unit within the Department of Social Services. Other actions include contract approvals for cybersecurity remediation, landfill gas monitoring, and sheriff facility fire system testing, as well as budget modifications and tax roll corrections.

• Local Law to override NY State Real Property Tax Cap (ID-8425)
• Establish fees for Sullivan County EMS services (ID-8396)
• Create 3 positions within DSS to form a Domestic Violence Unit (ID-8374)
• Authorize contract for fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression system inspection/testing at Sheriff Admin & Jail (ID-8420)
• Accept negative declaration for proposed Public Safety Communications Facility (ID-8449)

The Legislature approved various financial, service, and personnel resolutions. This included authorizing a public hearing for agricultural district inclusion and passing a local law to override the New York State Real Property Tax Cap.

• Authorized public hearing for Agricultural District No. 4 (8-0)
• Approved shared services agreement for Sullivan County Land Bank Corporation (8-0)
• Modified Novara contract effective period (8-0)
• Established fees for Sullivan County EMS services (8-0)
• Authorized agreement with NYSEG for electrical equipment installation (8-0)
• Amended resolution regarding Grand Jury translator fees (8-0)
• Authorized Centerline Miles payment rate for 2026-2027 (8-0)
• Approved agreement with Cornerstone PLLC for engineering services (8-0)

Health & Human Services

The committee will review monthly reports from Social Services, Community Services & Care Center, and Public Health. A discussion is scheduled on the Highland Health Initiative-Sullivan Health Access, Inc., followed by public comment. The sole resolution is to accept an additional grant award for years 2 and 3 of the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program.

• Monthly report from Social Services, Community Services & Care Center (ID-8402)
• Monthly report from Public Health (ID-8433)
• Discussion of Highland Health Initiative-Sullivan Health Access, Inc.
• Resolution to accept additional grant award for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program (ID-8430)

The Health & Human Services Committee carried a resolution regarding additional grant funds for the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program. The resolution will move to the County Legislature meeting on June 18, 2026.

• Carried resolution for additional grant award for years 2 and 3 of the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program (4-0)

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will consider eight resolutions, including a budget modification, a contract increase for community college facilities, and multiple tax roll corrections. A public comment period is scheduled. The meeting also includes reports from county treasurer, audit & control, ITS, and real property tax services.

• Authorize agreement with Systems East, Inc. for software support and maintenance services.
• Modify existing contract with McBee/Netsmart Technologies for medical coding and coding audit services, extending one year.
• Authorize services agreement with Winslow Technology Group for cybersecurity remediation services.
• Modify 2026 budget (resolution needed as of May 31, 2026).
• Amend Resolution 477-25 to increase not-to-exceed amount to $35,000 for facilities costs with Sullivan County Community College for Hudson Valley Rivermen.

The Management & Budget Committee voted to carry eight resolutions to the June 18, 2026, County Legislature meeting. One resolution regarding the Town of Fallsburg tax roll was withdrawn as a duplicate.

• Carried software support agreement with Systems East, Inc. (5-0)
• Carried contract modification for McBee medical coding services (5-0)
• Carried cybersecurity remediation agreement with Winslow Technology Group, LLC (5-0)
• Carried 2026 budget modification (5-0)
• Carried tax roll correction for Town of Thompson (5-0)
• Carried tax roll correction for Town of Fallsburg (5-0)
• Carried Sullivan County Community College facilities cost amendment (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss an internship partnership program with SUNY Sullivan. The committee will also consider a resolution to correct the effective period of the Novara contract.

• Proposed internship partnership program with SUNY Sullivan (ID-8428)
• Proposed modification to Resolution Number 77-26 regarding the Novara contract effective period (ID-8395)

The Human Resources Committee carried a resolution to modify Resolution Number 77-26 regarding the Novara contract. A proposed resolution for a SUNY Sullivan internship partnership was pulled from the agenda.

• Carried resolution to modify Resolution 77-26 to reflect corrected effective period (4-1)
• Pulled resolution to authorize an Internship Partnership Program with SUNY Sullivan

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider four resolutions. One sets the payment rate for Centerline Miles for the contract year July 1 2026‑June 30 2027. Another lets the County Manager sign a contract with Cornerstone PLLC for landfill‑gas monitoring and related consulting. A third authorizes a fire‑alarm and sprinkler maintenance contract for the Sheriff’s Admin & Jail facility. The fourth amends solid‑waste fee rules effective October 1 2026.

• Resolution ID‑8418: authorize payment rate for Centerline Miles (July 1 2026‑June 30 2027)
• Resolution ID‑8419: authorize agreement with Cornerstone PLLC for landfill‑gas monitoring and solid‑waste consulting
• Resolution ID‑8420: authorize fire‑alarm, sprinkler, and fire‑suppression maintenance contract with FS&S for Sheriff’s Admin & Jail facility
• Resolution ID‑8437: amend Section 620.1 of Sullivan County Solid Waste Management Rules (fees effective Oct 1 2026)

The committee voted to carry four resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on June 18, 2026. These items include center-line mile payment rates, engineering services for landfill monitoring, fire system maintenance for the jail, and solid waste management rule amendments.

• Carried resolution for Centerline Miles payment rate (5-0)
• Carried resolution for Cornerstone PLLC engineering services (5-0)
• Carried resolution for Sheriff Admin & Jail fire system maintenance with FS&S (5-0)
• Carried resolution to amend Sullivan County Solid Waste Management Rules (5-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider allocating 2026 county funds to youth programs, support two New York State Assembly bills on grid modernization and ratepayer protection, and authorize a grant application for occupational safety and health training. The meeting also includes a resolution on the Legislative Discretionary Funding program for public safety, health, and community development.

• Allocation of 2026 county funds to youth programs (ID-8388)
• Legislative Discretionary Funding program for public safety, health, youth services, community and economic development (ID-8413)
• Support for NY Assembly Bill A10049 Grid Modernization Act (ID-8414)
• Support for NY Assembly Bill A10141A to protect ratepayers and ensure grid reliability (ID-8415)
• Authorize preparation of grant application for 2026-2027 Occupational Safety and Health Training (ID-8416)

The Legislature approved several resolutions including funding for youth programs and support for state assembly bills regarding the electric grid. The Board also authorized a grant application for occupational safety training and directed a review of teleconferencing for the Charter Commission.

• Directed County Attorney to review teleconferencing rules for Charter Commission (9-0)
• Approved allocation of 2026 county funds to youth programs (9-0)
• Approved resolution to add $2,000 to the Upper Delaware Council (9-0)
• Adopted support for NYS Assembly Bill A10049 Grid Modernization Act (9-0)
• Adopted support for NYS Assembly Bill A10141A regarding data centers and grid reliability (9-0)
• Authorized preparation of grant application for 2026-2027 Occupational Safety and Health Training (9-0)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The committee voted to carry two resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on June 18, 2026. These include a public hearing for additional parcels in Agricultural District No. 4 and a shared services agreement for the Sullivan County Land Bank Corporation.

• Carried resolution for Agricultural District No. 4 public hearing to Legislature (5-0)
• Carried resolution for Land Bank shared services agreement to Legislature (4-0, Chair McPhillips abstained)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive reports from the Division of Community Resources, SCVA, the Chamber of Commerce, and the IDA. The meeting includes a discussion on the Partnership for Economic Development.

• Division of Community Resources Workforce Development June 2026 Report
• SCVA Economic Development presentation
• IDA Activity Report May 2026
• Partnership for Economic Development discussion

The committee received updates on workforce development, short-term rentals, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Partnership for Economic Development. No substantive resolutions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• No substantive decisions or resolutions were made

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will review reports from the Deputy Commissioner, Bureau of Fire, 911 & EMS, and Probation. The body will consider resolutions regarding EMS service fees and an equipment agreement with New York State Electric & Gas.

• Agreement with New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) for equipment installation at tax parcel ID # 102.-1-17
• Establishment of fees for Sullivan County EMS services
• Amendment to Resolution No. 136-26 regarding Grand Jury translator fees

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee approved carrying three resolutions to the upcoming County Legislature meeting. These items include a NYSEG equipment agreement, an amendment regarding grand jury translator fees, and the establishment of EMS service fees.

• Carried NYSEG electrical equipment installation resolution to Legislature (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Carried amendment to Resolution No. 136-26 regarding grand jury translator fees to Legislature (5-0)
• Carried resolution to establish Sullivan County EMS service fees to Legislature (5-0)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee meets to receive reports from Purchasing and Central Services, Board of Elections, County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions are on the agenda, so no votes are expected. Public comment will be heard.

• Purchasing and Central Services June 2026 report (ID-8389)
• Board of Elections report (ID-8408)
• County Clerk report
• SUNY Sullivan report
• Cornell Cooperative Extension report

The committee received updates from the Director of Purchasing and Central Services, the County Clerk, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and SUNY Sullivan. No substantive decisions or resolutions were recorded during the session.

• No resolutions were presented or decided

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider resolutions regarding labor agreements, grant applications, and professional service contracts. A key item includes scheduling a public hearing to discuss overriding the New York State Real Property Tax Cap for 2027.

• Public hearing on 6/18/26 to override the NYS Property Tax Cap for 2027
• Ratification of a MOA with Teamsters Probation Unit ID-8324
• Contract with Sterling Environmental Engineering, P.C. for Town Line Solar and Battery Storage Project review
• Additional services agreement with James McGuinness & Associates, Inc. for eSTACs implementation
• Applications for 2027 Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee grants and Statewide Interoperable Communications grants

The Executive Committee approved nine resolutions. Highlights include ratifying a memorandum of agreement with the Teamsters Probation Unit, scheduling a June 18 public hearing to consider overriding the New York State property‑tax cap for 2027, and establishing a standard work day for elected officials. All motions passed with seven ayes and two members absent (the chair and District 9 legislator).

• Ratified MOA with Teamsters Probation Unit (Enactment No: 182-26)
• Set public hearing for 6/18/26 to consider overriding NYS property tax cap for 2027 (Enactment No: 183-26)
• Established a standard work day for elected officials (Enactment No: 184-26)
• Amended Legislative Discretionary Funding program with added allocations (Enactment No: 185-26)
• Amended Resolution No. 138-26 correcting the amount (Enactment No: 186-26)
• Authorized three 2027 GTSC grant applications (Enactment No: 187-26)
• Approved application for FY2025‑26 Statewide Interoperable Communications grant (Enactment No: 188-26)
• Authorized contract with Sterling Environmental Engineering for Town Line Solar and Battery Storage Project (Enactment No: 190-26)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider a public hearing to override the New York State property tax cap for 2027, among 30 other items. Other actions include adopting a cybersecurity governance policy, authorizing contracts for public safety technology, and applying for state grants. The meeting also covers budget modifications, agreements for the jail and youth employment, and various equipment and service contracts.

• Set a public hearing for June 18, 2026, to override the NYS property tax cap for 2027
• Adopt the Sullivan County Information Technology and Cybersecurity Governance Policy and Standards (SCITS-0001.000)
• Authorize agreement with Tyler Technologies to expand use of Web CAD Monitor interface
• Authorize grant application for Combined SFY2025 & SFY2026 PSAP Operations Grant from NYS DHSES
• Authorize fire alarm upgrade at Sheriff Admin & Jail facility due to obsolete system

The Sullivan County Legislature approved a block of 25 resolutions covering public safety contracts, county planning, IT policy, and budget modifications. Each resolution was moved by Legislator Matt McPhillips, seconded by Legislator Nicholas Salomone Jr., and passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. Chair Nadia Rajsz and Vice Chair Luis Alvarez were present for all votes.

• Authorized expanded Tyler Technologies CAD services (7‑0)
• Modified contract with Securus Technologies for the county jail (7‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2027 annual plan update for the County Office for the Aging (7‑0)
• Adopted Sullivan County Information Technology and Cybersecurity Governance Policy (7‑0)
• Authorized contract for Home Health and Personal Care Aides (7‑0)
• Approved contract with Bold Gold Media Group for the Summer Youth Employment Program (7‑0)
• Authorized payment to Thomson Reuters for legal research products (7‑0)
• Set public hearing on 6/18/26 to consider overriding the NYS property tax cap for 2027 (7‑0)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to present the 2026 Sullivan County Valedictorians. The agenda consists of a presentation and procedural items.

• Presentation of 2026 Sullivan County Valedictorians

Vice Chair Luis Alvarez called a special meeting to order at 10:01 am. Roll call was completed and the 2026 Sullivan County valedictorians were presented. Legislator Matt McPhillips moved to adjourn, seconded by Catherine Scott, and the meeting ended at 10:37 am. No substantive decisions were made.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the May monthly report and vote on several resolutions. Items include abandoning a portion of former County Road No. 179 and conveying it to an abutting landowner, authorizing a contract with Payne's Cranes for as-needed crane services, and approving an engineering design modification for the 2026 Bridge Maintenance Project. Also up for vote are awarding a leachate tank cleaning contract and amending solid waste management rules.

• Abandon portion of County Road 179 and convey to abutting landowner
• Authorize contract with Payne's Cranes for as-needed crane services
• Modify engineering design agreement with McFarland Johnson for 2026 bridge maintenance
• Award cleaning of leachate storage tanks at landfill to TAM Enterprises
• Fire alarm upgrade at Sheriff Admin & Jail facility due to obsolete system

The Public Works Committee approved six items, all unanimously (6‑0), and forwarded them to the County Legislature meeting on May 21, 2026. The items include abandoning a portion of former County Road No. 179, authorizing contracts for crane services, bridge design, landfill tank cleaning, a fire‑alarm upgrade, and amending solid‑waste rules. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved abandonment of a portion of former County Road 179 (6-0)
• Approved contract with Payne's Cranes, Inc. for crane services (6-0)
• Approved modification agreement with McFarland Johnson for 2026 Bridge Maintenance Project (6-0)
• Approved award to TAM Enterprises Inc. for cleaning landfill leachate storage tanks (6-0)
• Approved fire‑alarm upgrade for Sullivan County Sheriff Admin & Jail facility (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Section 620.1 of the Sullivan County Solid Waste Management Rules (6-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will convene at 9:00 AM to receive reports from the Division of Human Resources and allow for public comment. The meeting agenda lists no specific resolutions or ordinances for a vote.

• Committee members: Amanda Ward, Brian McPhillips, Terry Blosser-Bernardo, Catherine Scott, Luis Alvarez
• Meeting location: Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701
• Meeting date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
• Agenda item: Report from Division of Human Resources
• Agenda item: Public Comment period

The Human Resources Committee met on May 14, 2026, heard an update from HR Commissioner Julie Diescher and public comments from two residents. No resolutions or formal actions were taken. The committee adjourned at 9:16 am.

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will consider several resolutions, including adopting a new information technology and cybersecurity governance policy. It will also vote on mortgage tax apportionment, authorize payments and multi‑year contracts with Thomson Reuters and LexisNexis, and modify the 2026 budget. Public comments will be heard before the meeting adjourns.

• Adopt the Sullivan County Information Technology and Cybersecurity Governance Policy and Standards (SCITS‑0001.000)
• Apportion the 2026 1st Quarter Mortgage Tax (ID‑8339)
• Authorize a payment to Thomson Reuters (ID‑8365)
• Authorize a 3‑year agreement for LexisNexis Advance online legal research (ID‑8366)
• Authorize a new 3‑year agreement with Thomson Reuters for the "CLEAR" research product (ID‑8367)

The Management & Budget Committee approved six resolutions, all unanimously (5-0). These include apportioning the 2026 first‑quarter mortgage tax, adopting the county IT and cybersecurity policy, authorizing payments and multi‑year agreements with Thomson Reuters and LexisNexis, and modifying the 2026 budget. Each resolution was moved by Vice Chair Matt McPhillips, seconded by Legislator Luis Alvarez, and will be forwarded to the County Legislature on May 21, 2026.

• Approved 2026 1st Quarter Mortgage Tax apportionment (5-0)
• Adopted Sullivan County IT and Cybersecurity Governance Policy (5-0)
• Authorized payment to Thomson Reuters (5-0)
• Authorized 3‑year LexisNexis Advance legal research agreement (5-0)
• Authorized new 3‑year Thomson Reuters "CLEAR" research agreement for District Attorney (5-0)
• Approved modification of the 2026 budget (5-0)

Health & Human Services

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee will consider authorizing the County Manager to enter into contracts for Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides. The committee will also discuss an agreement with Eastern University to allow students to participate in a social work practicum at the Department of Community Services.

• Authorize contracts for Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides
• Agreement with Eastern University for social work practicum
• Review May 2026 HHS Monthly Report
• Committee meeting at Government Center
• Public comment period included

The Health & Human Services Committee voted 4‑0 to authorize the County Manager to contract for Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides. It also voted 4‑0 to approve an agreement with Eastern University for a social work practicum at the Department of Community Services. The committee entered and exited an executive session on vendor contracts, and then adjourned.

• Authorized County Manager to contract for Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Eastern University for social work practicum (4-0)
• Moved into Executive Session to discuss vendor contracts (unanimous)
• Moved out of Executive Session (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Government Services Committee

This meeting is largely procedural. The committee will receive reports from Purchasing & Central Services, Board of Elections, County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions are scheduled for a vote. Public comment will be taken during the discussion period.

• Reports from Purchasing & Central Services, Board of Elections, County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension
• No resolutions or ordinances scheduled for decision

The Sullivan County Government Services Committee met on May 7, 2026 at 9:00 am. Updates were given by the County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension, and public comments were heard. No resolutions were adopted. The committee voted 5‑0 to adjourn at 9:41 am.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0 vote)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review monthly reports from the Division of Community Resources, IDA, and SCVA. The body is scheduled to vote on a contract agreement with Bold Gold Media Group.

• Contract Agreement with Bold Gold Media Group for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
• Division of Community Resources Workforce Development May 2026 report
• IDA Activity Report April 2026
• SCVA Economic Development report

The Economic Development Committee approved a resolution to enter a contract with Bold Gold Media Group to provide services for the Summer Youth Employment Program. The motion was made by Vice Chairman Brian McPhillips, seconded by District 7 Legislator Joseph Perrello, and carried by the members present. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Authorized contract with Bold Gold Media for SYEP (motion carried)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will consider five resolutions. One authorizes the county manager to enter an agreement with Tyler Technologies to expand the Web CAD Monitor Interface. Others modify the Securus Technologies contract for the county jail, prepare a grant application for public safety answering point operations, create a service agreement with Motorola for radio system maintenance and upgrades, and authorize a stipend for a District Attorney’s Office employee.

• Authorize county manager to expand Tyler Technologies Web CAD Monitor Interface (ID-8268)
• Modify contract between Securus Technologies Inc and Sullivan County Jail (ID-8311)
• Authorize preparation of grant application for SFY2025 & SFY2026 Public Safety Answering Point operations (ID-8332)
• Authorize service agreement with Motorola for public safety radio system maintenance and upgrades (ID-8348)
• Authorize stipend for a District Attorney’s Office employee (ID-8361)

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee unanimously approved five resolutions, each passing 5‑0. The measures authorize a Tyler Technologies Web CAD agreement, modify the Securus Technologies jail contract, prepare a PSAP operations grant application, engage Motorola for radio system support, and fund a stipend for a District Attorney’s Office employee. All resolutions were slated to be presented to the County Legislature on May 21, 2026.

• Approved Tyler Technologies Web CAD monitor agreement (5-0)
• Approved modification of Securus Technologies contract for the county jail (5-0)
• Approved preparation of grant application for PSAP operations program (5-0)
• Approved service agreement with Motorola for public safety radio system maintenance and upgrades (5-0)
• Approved stipend for a District Attorney’s Office employee (5-0)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on the establishment of a Centralized Arraignment Part (CAP). The body will also consider a seasonal park manager position and a software license agreement amendment.

• Resolution ID-8189: Establishing a Centralized Arraignment Part in Sullivan County
• Resolution ID-8344: Creating a seasonal Park Manager position for Lake Superior
• Resolution ID-8368: Amending a software license agreement with TheRAManager LLC

The Legislature voted 7‑0 to table the Centralized Arraignment Part resolution until the July 9 special meeting. It approved the creation of a seasonal park manager position for Lake Superior with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved an amendment to the software license agreement with Theramanager LLC, again by a 7‑0 vote.

• Tabled Centralized Arraignment Part resolution to July 9 (7-0)
• Approved seasonal park manager position for Lake Superior (7-0)
• Approved amendment to software license agreement with Theramanager LLC (7-0)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will receive a presentation on countywide potable water and wastewater infrastructure from Delaware Engineering. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding the Office for the Aging's annual plan update.

• Presentation on Countywide Assessment of Potable Water and Wastewater Infrastructure by Delaware Engineering
• Resolution to authorize the County Manager to sign the 2026-2027 Annual Plan Update for the Sullivan County Office for the Aging

The Planning and Community Resources Committee adopted a resolution authorizing the County Manager to sign the 2026‑2027 annual plan update for the Office for the Aging. The committee also moved the resolution forward to the County Legislature meeting on May 21, 2026. Both executive‑session motions were approved unanimously.

• Moved to Executive Session to discuss vendor contracts (4-0)
• Moved out of Executive Session (4-0)
• Resolution authorizing County Manager to sign Aging Office plan approved
• Resolution carried to County Legislature meeting on 5/21/2026 (unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Sullivan County Executive Committee will vote on a resolution to apply for and accept a grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance for the 2026 Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program. Other actions include authorizing a contract modification with Mosdos Monticello, Inc., approving beaver and beaver dam abatement, setting lease rates for offices at the Airport Terminal, and modifying Resolution 38-26 to add $10,000. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance 50th anniversary and a report from the Human Rights Commission.

• Resolution to apply for 2026 Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program grant
• Contract modification with Mosdos Monticello, Inc. & Ichud Mosdos Monticello, Inc. to extend contract periods
• Authorization of beaver and beaver dam abatement and/or removal documents
• Request to use new e-recording vendor for County Clerk land recordings
• Set lease rates for offices within the Airport Terminal (ID-8321)

The committee voted to carry eight separate resolutions, including a contract modification with Mosdos Monticello, Inc., funding for discretionary programs, a substance‑use treatment award agreement, beaver‑dam abatement, a new e‑recording vendor, airport office lease rates, a morgue services amendment with Garnet Health, and acceptance of a state health‑immunization grant. All motions were carried unanimously by the listed members and will be forwarded to the County Legislature.

• Approved contract modification with Mosdos Monticello, Inc. (Enactment No: 151-26)
• Approved Legislative Discretionary Funding program (Enactment No: 152-26)
• Approved award agreement for 2026 opioid, stimulant and substance‑use program (Enactment No: 153-26)
• Approved beaver and beaver‑dam abatement/removal (Enactment No: 154-26)
• Approved use of new e‑recording vendor for land recordings (Enactment No: 155-26)
• Approved lease rates for offices within the Airport Terminal (Enactment No: 156-26)
• Approved amendment of Resolution 38-26 with Garnet Health for morgue services (Enactment No: 157-26)
• Approved acceptance of NY State Association of County Health Officials grant for immunization project (Enactment No: 158-26)

County Legislature

The County Legislature will consider resolutions regarding budget modifications for 2025 and 2026. The body is also reviewing contracts for road safety, airport rehabilitation, and various public health and social service agreements.

• Contract with Phelps Guide Rail, Inc. for approximately 19,000 feet of guide rail replacement
• Task Order Number 10 Modification with McFarland Johnson for the General Aviation Apron Project at Sullivan County International Airport
• Acceptance of a $250.00 cash donation for the 'Join Sullivan Fire' recruitment taskforce
• Modifications to the 2025 and 2026 budgets
• Tax roll corrections for the Town of Liberty

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature is holding a public hearing on a lease for the Sullivan County Industrial Agency (SCIA). The meeting includes reading of the public hearing notice, public comment, and closing of the hearing. No other business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing on SCIA Lease (ID-8323)

The Sullivan County Legislature conducted a public hearing on the SCIA lease. No motions or votes were made beyond closing the hearing. No substantive decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the monthly report and vote on several resolutions, including authorizing a 2026 Highway Job Order agreement, guide rail replacements on various county roads, and a supplemental agreement with NYSDOT for federal and state funding to design repairs for scour on two county bridges. A modification to a task order for construction services at the airport apron project is also on the agenda.

• Resolution to authorize County Manager to execute agreement with Phelps Guide Rail, Inc. for replacement of approximately 19,000 feet of guide rail on various county roads
• Resolution to authorize Supplemental Agreement #2 with NYSDOT for 80% federal and 15% state funding for design of scour repairs on two county bridges
• Resolution to authorize Task Order Number 10 Modification to McFarland Johnson for construction observation and administration services for the General Aviation Apron Project at Sullivan County International Airport
• Resolution to authorize agreement for the 2026 Highway Job Order
• Division of Public Works April Monthly Report

The committee unanimously approved four resolutions: a 2026 Highway Job Order; guide‑rail replacements on county roads; a supplemental NYSDOT agreement for bridge scour repairs; and a task order modification for the GA Apron project at Sullivan County International Airport. All were moved to the County Legislature for consideration on April 23, 2026.

• Approved 2026 Highway Job Order (ID‑8292) – vote 6‑0
• Approved guide‑rail replacement agreement (Phelps Guide Rail, Inc., ~19,000 ft) (ID‑8299) – vote 6‑0
• Approved supplemental NYSDOT agreement for bridge scour design (ID‑8300) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Task Order #10 modification for GA Apron project at MSV Airport (ID‑8305) – vote 6‑0

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will review reports from the County Treasurer, ITS, and Audit & Control. The body is deciding on modifications to the 2025 and 2026 budgets and corrections to tax rolls in the Town of Liberty.

• Modification of the 2026 Budget (ID-8307)
• Modification of the 2025 Budget (ID-8306)
• Correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Liberty Tax Map #126.-1-1
• Correction of 2025 tax roll for Town of Liberty Tax Map #108.-8-3
• Correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Liberty Tax Map #108.-8-3

The Management & Budget Committee voted unanimously to approve five resolutions to be forwarded to the County Legislature on April 23, 2026. The resolutions modify the 2026 and 2025 budgets and correct tax rolls for the Town of Liberty for specific tax map numbers. All motions were moved by Joseph Perrello, seconded by Matt McPhillips, and passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved resolution to modify the 2026 budget (ID-8307) (5‑0)
• Approved resolution to modify the 2025 budget (ID-8306) (5‑0)
• Approved resolution to correct the 2026 tax roll for Town of Liberty, Tax Map #126.-1-1 (ID-8313) (5‑0)
• Approved resolution to correct the 2025 tax roll for Town of Liberty, Tax Map #108.-8-3 (ID-8314) (5‑0)
• Approved resolution to correct the 2026 tax roll for Town of Liberty, Tax Map #108.-8-3 (ID-8315) (5‑0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss reports from the Division of Human Resources. The body is deciding on pay rates and incentives for youth participants and crew leaders in the Summer Youth Employment Program.

• Resolution ID-8249: Hourly pay rates and performance-based incentives for Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) participants
• Resolution ID-8253: Pay rates for crew leader and supervisory crew leader positions for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)

The committee approved two resolutions authorizing hourly pay rates and performance‑based incentives for participants in the Summer Youth Employment Program, and authorizing pay rates for crew leader and supervisory crew leader positions in the same program. Both motions were carried unanimously (5‑0) and will be forwarded to the County Legislature meeting on April 23, 2026. No other actions were taken.

• Approved hourly pay rates and performance‑based incentives for SYEP participants (5‑0)
• Approved pay rates for SYEP crew leader and supervisory crew leader positions (5‑0)

Health & Human Services

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee will vote on a resolution to abolish and create positions at the Adult Care Center, referred from the March 19 executive session. They will also consider appointments to the Community Services Board, a Child Passenger Safety Program, and several agreements for public health and social services. The meeting includes a monthly report from the Division of Health and Human Services.

• Resolution to abolish and create positions at the Adult Care Center (ID-8224)
• Appointment of two members to the Community Services Board (ID-8233)
• Child Passenger Safety Program (ID-8296)
• Agreement between Public Health Department and New York State Education Department Service Providers (ID-8301)
• Agreement between Public Health Department and Goshen Speech and Hearing Center for preschool services (ID-8302)

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee adopted seven resolutions and voted to carry each to the County Legislature meeting on April 23, 2026. The resolutions address staffing changes at the Adult Care Center, appointment of two Community Services Board members, a Child Passenger Safety Program, and agreements with the State Education Department, Goshen Speech and Hearing Center, DNA Diagnostics Center, and the County Attorney’s Office. All motions were carried with an "Aye:" vote from the five committee members. The meeting adjourned at 12:15 p.m.

• Resolution to abolish and create positions at the Adult Care Center carried to County Legislature
• Resolution to appoint two members to the Community Services Board carried to County Legislature
• Resolution for Child Passenger Safety Program carried to County Legislature
• Resolution to execute agreements between Public Health Department and NY State Education Department carried to County Legislature
• Resolution to execute agreement with Goshen Speech and Hearing Center for preschool services carried to County Legislature
• Resolution to execute agreement with DNA Diagnostics Center, Inc. carried to County Legislature
• Resolution to enter into agreement between DSS and County Attorney’s Office carried to County Legislature

Economic Development Committee

This meeting of the Sullivan County Economic Development Committee consists of reports from the Division of Community Resources (Workforce Development), the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) report (pending), the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association (economic development presentation), and the Partnership for Economic Development/Chamber of Commerce. No resolutions are scheduled. The committee will also hold a discussion and public comment.

• Workforce Development monthly report (ID-8273)
• IDA activity report for March 2026 (ID-8265, waiting for Jen Flad)
• Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association economic development article, packet, and presentation (ID-8298)
• Partnership for Economic Development / Chamber of Commerce discussion
• Public comment period

The committee heard updates from the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, the IDA, Workforce Development, and the Chamber of Commerce. No resolutions or votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 10:43 a.m.

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will receive monthly reports from the Division of Public Safety, Emergency Management, and the Bureau of Fire. The body is also set to accept a $250 cash donation for the 'Join Sullivan Fire' recruitment taskforce and authorize the county manager to apply for a traffic safety grant.

• Accept $250 donation for 'Join Sullivan Fire' recruitment taskforce
• Authorize county manager to apply for Governor's Traffic Safety Committee grant
• Receive April 2026 reports from Division of Public Safety, Emergency Management, and Bureau of Fire
• Authorize interpreter services for Grand Jury Proceedings
• Amend Resolution No. 37-25

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee voted unanimously to accept a $250 cash donation for the “Join Sullivan Fire” recruitment task force. It also approved four additional resolutions covering a traffic‑safety grant, employee time transfer, interpreter services for grand jury proceedings, and an amendment to Resolution No. 37‑25. All motions were carried and will be forwarded to the County Legislature on April 23, 2026.

• Accepted $250 cash donation for fire recruitment task force (5‑0)
• Authorized County Manager to apply for and accept traffic‑safety grant (carried)
• Approved transfer of accrued time between employees (carried)
• Authorized interpreter services for grand jury proceedings (carried)
• Amended Resolution No. 37‑25 (carried)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will discuss several resolutions, including applying for a state snowmobile trail grant and signing a contract with the Sullivan County Trail Association. It will also approve license agreements for the Sullivan County Historical Society and the Frederick A. Cook Society to use the Sullivan County Cultural Center. The committee will authorize a volunteer stipend for the HIICAP counseling program and amend a prior resolution to let the County Manager sign a modification agreement.

• Apply for and accept the 2026‑2027 NY Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation Snowmobile Trail Grant‑in‑Aid Program; contract with Sullivan County Trail Association (ID‑8263).
• Execute license agreements with the Sullivan County Historical Society and the Frederick A. Cook Society for occupancy of the Sullivan County Cultural Center (ID‑8264).
• Authorize a stipend for volunteers administering the HIICAP counseling program for the 2025‑2026 year (ID‑8280).
• Amend Resolution No. 115‑26 to authorize the County Manager to sign the modification agreement (ID‑8284).

The Planning and Community Resources Committee approved four resolutions, each moving the items to the County Legislature meeting on April 23, 2026. All four resolutions were adopted unanimously (4-0). No public comments were received and the meeting adjourned at 12:13 p.m.

• Approved applying for the 2026‑2027 NY Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation Snowmobile Trail Grant (4‑0)
• Approved executing license agreements with the Sullivan County Historical Society and the Frederick A. Cook Society (4‑0)
• Approved authorizing a stipend to volunteers for the HIICAP counseling program (4‑0)
• Approved amending Resolution No. 115‑26 to authorize the County Manager to sign the modification agreement (4‑0)

Veterans Committee

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee holds a routine meeting with call to order, pledges, and roll call. The agenda includes reports from the Veterans Service Agency, including a Director's Report (ID-8295), followed by discussion and public comment. No resolutions are scheduled for consideration.

• Veterans Service Agency - Director's Report ID-8295

The committee met on April 9, 2026, with three members present and two absent. No public comments were made and no resolutions were adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 12:49 pm.

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will consider authorizing the county manager to enter into a vending machine concession agreement with Pepsi Cola of the Hudson Valley. The agenda also includes periodic reports from Purchasing & Central Services, the Board of Elections, the County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension.

• Resolution ID-8266: Authorize county manager to enter into vending machine concession agreement with Pepsi Cola of the Hudson Valley
• Report ID-8267: Purchasing & Central Services April 2026 update
• Reports from Board of Elections, County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension

The Government Services Committee voted to carry a resolution that authorizes the County Manager to enter into an agreement with Pepsi Cola of the Hudson Valley for vending machine concessions. The motion was made by District 5 Legislator Catherine Scott and seconded by District 3 Legislator Brian McPhillips. The resolution was approved by the members present.

• Approved resolution authorizing County Manager to contract with Pepsi Cola (motion carried)
• Public comment from Ken Walter recorded

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will meet to vote on several resolutions, including amendments to previous resolutions for room tax fund appropriations, acceptance of a state criminal justice grant, changes to the Early Intervention Program, and a new 5-year agreement for an electronic medical records system. They will also discuss supporting a federal spending application for the Grove at Evergreen Meadow.

• Amend Resolutions 392-25 and 430-25 to authorize funding from the Room Tax Fund balance
• Accept New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Discovery Award for FY 2026
• Amend Resolution 387-25 regarding the Sullivan County Early Intervention Program to reimburse parents
• Rescind Resolution 31-26 and authorize new 5-year agreement with Cantata Health Solutions for EMR system and clearinghouse services
• Support a congressional directed spending application for the Grove at Evergreen Meadow

The Sullivan County Legislature adopted five resolutions covering budget amendments, a state award, early‑intervention reimbursements, a health‑record contract, and a congressional spending request. All five were adopted unanimously (8‑0). The board then entered an executive session to discuss contracts and emerged later, before adjourning the meeting.

• Adopted resolution amending Res. 392-25 & 430-25 to authorize funding from the room tax fund (Enactment No. 118-26, 8‑0)
• Adopted resolution to authorize execution and acceptance of the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services Discovery Award for FY 2026 (Enactment No. 119-26, 8‑0)
• Adopted amendment to Resolution 387-25 to reimburse parents under the Early Intervention Program (Enactment No. 120-26, 8‑0)
• Adopted resolution rescinding Res. #31-26 and authorizing a new 5‑year EMR contract with Cantata Health Solutions (Enactment No. 121-26, 8‑0)
• Adopted resolution to support a congressional‑directed spending application for the Grove at Evergreen Meadow (Enactment No. 122-26, 8‑0)
• Moved into executive session to discuss contracts (adopted 8‑0)
• Moved out of executive session (adopted 8‑0)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (adopted 8‑0)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to vote on several service contracts and legal agreements. Key items include a potential settlement regarding opioid litigation and the adoption of a cloud-based electronic health record system.

• Settlement agreement regarding Opioid Litigation against six Regional Distributors/Dispenser Defendants
• 5-year agreement with Patagonia Health, Inc. for cloud-based electronic health records
• Agreement with Theramanager Docutrac for Quicdoc Enterprise Cloud Hosting
• 1-year agreement with James McGuinness & Associates, Inc. for Early Intervention Program
• Request to deny correction of the 2026 tax roll for the Town of Mamakating (Tax Map #4.-1-21)

The Executive Committee approved a series of contracts and resolutions, including authorizing the County Manager to opt into an opioid litigation settlement. It denied a request to correct the 2026 tax roll for the Town of Mamakating by a 5‑4 vote. The committee also approved funding and infrastructure initiatives such as a grant application to the Empire State Development program and a power‑infrastructure contract with Archtop Fiber.

• Authorized County Manager to opt into opioid settlement (approved)
• Denied correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Mamakating, vote 5‑4 (denied)
• Approved 5‑year cloud‑based health‑record agreement with Patagonia Health (approved)
• Approved 1‑year Early Intervention Program contract with James McGuinness & Associates (approved)
• Approved contract with Archtop Fiber for power infrastructure improvements (approved)
• Approved submission of grant application to NYS Empire State Development, amendment passed 7‑2, resolution passed 5‑4 (approved as amended)
• Established Assigned Fund Balance Account for Juul Settlement proceeds (approved)
• Authorized agreement with Theramanager Docutrac for Quicdoc cloud hosting (approved)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will vote on several road infrastructure contracts and budget modifications. The body is also discussing a shift in government structure and the settlement of opioid litigation.

• Agreement with Sullivan County Paving & Construction, Inc. for 31 miles of road resurfacing
• Agreement with All States Construction, Inc. for chip sealing of approximately 21 miles of road
• Agreement with Seneca Pavement Marking, Inc. for markings on approximately 112 miles of road
• Proposal to support a voter referendum for a County Executive form of government
• Authorization to opt into a settlement agreement regarding Opioid Litigation

The Sullivan County Legislature adopted a block of 23 resolutions, all of which were approved by the full nine‑member body except one that passed with a single nay vote. The resolutions authorize several road‑work contracts, grant applications, public‑health technology services, and other county operations. All actions were recorded as adopted with the listed vote counts.

• Adopted 2025 4th Quarter Mortgage Tax resolution (unanimous 9‑0)
• Accepted donation of briefs and pull‑ups for the Care Center at Sunset Lake (unanimous 9‑0)
• Authorized submission of a NY State Archives grant application for records‑management funds (unanimous 9‑0)
• Created and reclassified positions at the Adult Care Center (adopted with one nay vote)
• Authorized contract modification with Metropolitan Urban Design for Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Master Plan (unanimous 9‑0)
• Authorized chip‑sealing of approximately 21 miles of County Roads (unanimous 9‑0)
• Authorized resurfacing of approximately 31 miles of County Roads (unanimous 9‑0)
• Authorized 2026 pavement‑marking installation on approximately 112 miles of higher‑volume County Roads (unanimous 9‑0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee voted to carry Resolution ID-8181 to the County Legislature meeting on March 19, 2026. The motion was made by Vice Chair Brian McPhillips and seconded by District 6 Legislator Luis Alvarez. The motion carried, though the vote tally was not recorded in the minutes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Carried Resolution ID-8181 to County Legislature (motion passed)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will vote on multiple resolutions authorizing contracts for road maintenance, including chip sealing of 21 miles, resurfacing of 31 miles, and pavement markings on 112 miles of county roads. A public hearing will be scheduled for a hangar lease. An appointment of a Bridge Engineer as Deputy Superintendent of Highways is also on the agenda.

• Resolution to authorize chip sealing contract with All States Construction (dba Gorman Construction) for 21 miles of county roads
• Resolution to authorize resurfacing contract with Sullivan County Paving & Construction for 31 miles of county roads
• Resolution to authorize pavement marking contract with Seneca Pavement Marking (dba SPM) for 112 miles of higher volume roads
• Resolution to schedule public hearing for lease of Hangar 6 - Bay 9 to Paul Oswald
• Resolution to approve appointment of Roman DiCio, P.E., as Deputy Superintendent of Highways

The Public Works Committee approved seven resolutions authorizing contracts for asphalt testing, chip sealing, road resurfacing, pavement marking, a hangar lease hearing, an aviation apron rehabilitation, and the appointment of a deputy superintendent of highways. All motions were carried unanimously with a 7‑0 vote and will be forwarded to the County Legislature meeting on March 19, 2026.

• Approved agreement with Advance Testing – A SOCOTEC Company for asphalt plant & chip seal testing (7‑0)
• Approved contract with All States Construction, Inc. dba Gorman Construction for chip sealing ~21 miles of county roads (7‑0)
• Approved contract with Sullivan County Paving & Construction, Inc. for resurfacing ~31 miles of county roads (7‑0)
• Approved contract with Seneca Pavement Marking, Inc. dba SPM, Inc. for pavement markings on ~112 miles of higher‑volume county roads (7‑0)
• Approved scheduling a public hearing for lease of Hangar 6 – Bay 9 to Paul Oswald (7‑0)
• Approved signing of construction contract for GA Apron Project NO. 3-36-0060-XXX-2025 with Sullivan County Paving & Construction Inc. (7‑0)
• Approved appointment of Roman DiCio, P.E., Bridge Engineer as Deputy Superintendent of Highways (7‑0)
• Moved into executive session to discuss contract negotiations (7‑0)

Health & Human Services

The Health & Human Services committee will review a monthly report and consider two resolutions. The body is deciding on a service agreement extension and the acceptance of a donation.

• Acceptance of a donation of Briefs and Pullups to the Care Center at Sunset Lake
• Six-month agreement extension with Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Consultants for services at Community Services

The Health & Human Services Committee approved a donation of briefs and pull‑ups to the Care Center at Sunset Lake. It also approved extending the agreement with Mid‑Hudson Psychiatric Consultants for six months of psychiatric services at Community Services. Both resolutions were set to be carried to the County Legislature meeting on March 19, 2026.

• Approved donation of briefs and pull‑ups to Sunset Lake Care Center (motion carried)
• Extended agreement with Mid‑Hudson Psychiatric Consultants for six months of psychiatric services at Community Services (motion carried)

Management & Budget Committee

The Sullivan County Management & Budget Committee will receive reports from the Division of Management & Budget, County Treasurer, County Audit & Control, ITS, and Real Property Tax Services. The committee will discuss and vote on four resolutions: apportioning the 2025 fourth‑quarter mortgage tax, modifying the 2025 budget, modifying the 2026 budget, and correcting the 2026 tax roll for the Town of Thompson. Public comment will follow the resolutions.

• Apportion the 2025 4th Quarter Mortgage Tax (ID‑8152)
• Modify the 2025 Budget (ID‑8212)
• Modify the 2026 Budget (ID‑8213)
• Correct the 2026 Tax Roll of the Town of Thompson for Tax Map #203‑1‑4 (ID‑8203)

The Management & Budget Committee approved four resolutions: apportioning the 2025 fourth‑quarter mortgage tax, modifying the 2025 budget, modifying the 2026 budget, and correcting the 2026 tax roll for the Town of Thompson. Each resolution was carried and will be forwarded to the County Legislature on March 19, 2026. All five committee members voted in favor of each item.

• Apportion 2025 4th Quarter Mortgage Tax – approved for County Legislature referral
• Modify 2025 Budget – approved for County Legislature referral
• Modify 2026 Budget – approved for County Legislature referral
• Correct 2026 Tax Roll for Town of Thompson – approved for County Legislature referral

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to receive reports from the Division of Community Resources, the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, and the IDA. The meeting includes updates on workforce development and IDA activity from February 2026.

• Division of Community Resources Workforce Development March 2026 Report
• Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association Economic Development packet
• IDA Activity Report February 2026

The committee heard updates from the Chamber of Commerce, the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, the Partnership for Economic Development, and the Division of Community Resources. No formal resolutions or votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 a.m. after a motion to adjourn.

County Legislature

This special meeting considers three resolutions: urging New York State to pass bills A9411 and S8938 to designate Sullivan County for community preservation funds, supporting the establishment of a centralized arraignment part in the county, and authorizing a contract with the Bureau of Justice Assistance for a body-worn camera grant program for small and rural tribes.

• Resolution urging NYS Legislature to pass A9411 and S8938 for Sullivan County's designation as a community preservation fund community
• Resolution approving and supporting the establishment of a Centralized Arraignment Part in Sullivan County
• Resolution authorizing a contract with the Bureau of Justice Assistance Department of Justice for the Small and Rural Tribes Body Worn Camera Grant Program

The Legislature adopted a resolution urging the New York State Legislature to pass Bills A9411 and S8938. It approved an amended resolution to authorize a contract for the DOJ Body Worn Camera Grant program. The resolution to create a Centralized Arraignment Part was postponed until May 7. Motions to enter and later leave executive session were each approved unanimously.

• Adopted resolution urging NY State Legislature to pass Bills A9411 and S8938 (8-0)
• Approved amended resolution authorizing contract for DOJ Body Worn Camera Grant (8-0)
• Tabled resolution to establish Centralized Arraignment Part until May 7 (8-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (8-0)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (8-0)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will receive reports from Purchasing, County Clerk, Board of Elections, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. The sole resolution is to authorize submission of a New York State Archives grant application for Local Government Records Management Improvement Funds.

• Resolution to authorize NYS Archives grant application for records management improvement (ID-8171)
• Purchasing & Central Services report (March 2026)
• Board of Elections report (March 2026, ID-8200)
• Reports from County Clerk, SUNY Sullivan, and Cornell Cooperative Extension

The Government Services Committee authorized the submission of a New York State Archives grant application for local government records management improvement funds. The motion was made by District 3 Legislator Brian McPhillips, seconded by District 5 Legislator Catherine Scott, and carried with five affirmative votes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Authorized submission of NY State Archives grant application (5 ayes)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Sullivan County Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee meets to receive routine monthly reports from the Division of Public Safety, Bureau of Fire, EMS/E-911, Probation, Sheriff, District Attorney, County Coroner, and NYSP. A special recognition presentation for a firefighter is also on the agenda. No resolutions are listed for a vote.

• Firefighter Special Recognition presentation
• Division of Public Safety Commissioner's Monthly Report ID-8175
• Bureau of Fire report ID-8174
• EMS/E-911 report
• Probation monthly report ID-8186

The Sullivan County Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee met on March 5, 2026, presented special recognition certificates to two firefighters, and received routine reports from various departments. No substantive policy actions were taken. The committee was then adjourned following a motion by Brian McPhillips, seconded by Nicholas Salomone.

• Committee adjourned (motion passed)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Planning and Community Resources Committee will hold a meeting on March 5, 2026, to receive monthly reports from the Planning Division and Division of Community Resources, and to vote on two resolutions. The first resolution authorizes preparing a grant application to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for a Mongaup Watershed Management Plan. The second authorizes a contract modification with Metropolitan Urban Design for a Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Master Plan.

• Authorize grant application to National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for Mongaup Watershed Management Plan
• Authorize contract modification with Metropolitan Urban Design for Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Master Plan

The Planning and Community Resources Committee approved a resolution to prepare a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant for the Mongaup Watershed Management Plan. It also approved a contract modification with Metropolitan Urban Design for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Master Plan. Both resolutions were carried and will be forwarded to the County Legislature meeting on March 19, 2026, and the committee adjourned at 12:16 p.m.

• Approved preparation of a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant for the Mongaup Watershed Management Plan (motion carried)
• Approved contract modification with Metropolitan Urban Design for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Master Plan (motion carried)

County Legislature

The County Legislature holds a special meeting with the Charter Review Commission to discuss the county charter. The agenda includes an overview by Chair Rajsz, comments from legislators and charter members, and public comment. No legislative actions or votes are scheduled.

• Overview of Sullivan County Charter ID-8147
• Comments/Questions from Legislators and Charter members
• Public Comment

The special full board meeting was called to order, introduced charter review commission members, and discussed a potential conflict‑of‑interest question. No substantive actions or votes on policy were taken. Catherine Scott moved to adjourn, Brian McPhillips seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:34 p.m.

• Adjourned special meeting (motion passed)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider 18 resolutions, including a lease of restaurant space at the airport, creation of a part-time DMV clerk, and multiple contracts for services. A Human Rights Report and public comment are also on the agenda.

• Lease of restaurant space at Sullivan County International Airport
• Creation of one part-time County Clerk III position in DMV office
• Contract with Novara Software, LLC for safety training and education program
• Agreement with Simitree Acquisition, LLC for medical coding and OASIS review services
• Transfer of funds within contract with Rolling V Bus Corporation for Move Sullivan public transit

The Sullivan County Executive Committee voted to carry a series of resolutions, including authorizing multiple contracts for soil and water conservation, software services, and public transit, as well as creating a new part‑time County Clerk III role in the clerk’s DMV office. All motions were carried with affirmative votes and one member absent. No dissenting votes were recorded.

• Approved creation of Part‑Time County Clerk III position (ID‑8151)
• Approved contract with Soil & Water Conservation for 2026 (ID‑8148)
• Approved contract with Soil & Water for stream maintenance (ID‑8149)
• Approved contract with Novara Software LLC for safety training (ID‑8158)
• Approved lease of restaurant space at Sullivan County International Airport (ID‑8154)
• Approved award with NYS Department of Labor for NYSCION program (ID‑8164)
• Approved transfer of funds to Rolling V Bus Corporation for “Move Sullivan” transit services (ID‑8165)
• Approved annual contract with Sullivan County Visitor’s Association for FY 2026 (ID‑8172)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider a series of resolutions, including urging the state legislature on two assembly bills and authorizing various county agreements. Key items include fee schedule adoption, contract modifications for services such as transit, safety training, and environmental work, and budget adjustments. The meeting also addresses corrections to tax rolls and the creation of a temporary sheriff’s office position.

• Modify TAM Enterprises contract to increase total to $100,000 for 2025 and $75,000 for 2026
• Modify contract with Rolling V Bus Corporation for 2026 Move Sullivan public transit services
• Authorize Sullivan County Parks, Recreation and Beautification Fee Schedule
• Authorize contract with Soil & Water Conservation for stream maintenance and remediation (Jan 1–Dec 31 2026)
• Authorize contract with Novara Software LLC for safety training and programs

The Sullivan County Legislature adopted a block of 24 resolutions, each passing unanimously (8‑0). Resolutions included urging the New York State Legislature to adopt Assembly Bills A6722 and A9150, authorizing several county contracts and memoranda, and approving fee schedules and grant applications. Public comments were recorded and the District Attorney presented his 2025 annual report.

• Adopted resolution urging NY State to adopt Assembly Bills A6722 and A9150 (8‑0)
• Authorized the County Manager to execute the 2026 lawn mowing services contract (Bid B‑25‑56) (8‑0)
• Approved an agreement to increase funding for the Sullivan County Child Care Council (8‑0)
• Authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Garnet Health Medical Center for morgue services (8‑0)
• Authorized the Sullivan County Parks, Recreation and Beautification fee schedule (8‑0)
• Authorized execution of documents for developing hiking trails at Lake Superior State Park (8‑0)
• Authorized coordination and funding of a countywide Litter Pluck event (8‑0)
• Authorized a grant application to NYS DEC for 50% reimbursement of 2025 household hazardous waste collection ($30,383.26) (8‑0)

Health & Human Services

The committee will review the February 2026 monthly report from the Division of Health and Human Services. Members will consider resolutions regarding funding increases, board appointments, and inter-departmental service agreements.

• Annual increase agreement for the Sullivan County Child Care Council, Inc.
• Appointment of one and reappointment of two members to the Community Services Board
• Update to expired agreement for DSS to use Certified Home Health Agency (CHHA) nursing services
• Agreement between DSS and Together for Youth to modify Resolution 484-25
• Acceptance of additional SAEF funding extending the program through September 30, 2026

The Health & Human Services Committee approved five resolutions, each passing unanimously (5-0). The actions include an annual increase for the Sullivan County Child Care Council, appointments to the Community Services Board, an updated nursing services agreement, a new DSS‑Together for Youth agreement, and acceptance of extra SAEF funding through September 30, 2026. All resolutions were slated to be forwarded to the County Legislature meeting on February 19, 2026.

• Approved annual increase agreement for Sullivan County Child Care Council, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved appointment of one and reappointment of two members to the Community Services Board (5-0)
• Approved update of inter‑departmental agreement for DSS nursing services from Certified Home Health Agency (5-0)
• Approved agreement between DSS and Together for Youth to modify Resolution 484-25 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of additional SAEF funding extending program through Sep 30, 2026 (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss updates from the Division of Human Resources. The body will consider the adoption of a respiratory protection policy and the abolition of a position within Social Services.

• Adoption of Respiratory Protection Policy ID-8135
• Modification of Resolution No. 326-19 ID-8125
• Abolishment of a position in Social Services ID-8129

The committee approved a Respiratory Protection Policy (ID-8135) and voted to forward it to the County Legislature. It also approved an amendment to Resolution No. 326-19 (ID-8125) and a resolution to abolish a Social Services position (ID-8129), each to be considered by the County Legislature. All motions were carried by the members present.

• Adopt Respiratory Protection Policy ID-8135 (motion carried)
• Amend Resolution No. 326-19 ID-8125 (motion carried)
• Abolish Social Services position ID-8129 (motion carried)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions to authorize lawn mowing services, modify a contract with TAM Enterprises, and accept a grant for hazardous waste collection. The committee will also discuss tonnage allocations for town cleanups.

• Authorize 2026 lawn mowing services
• Modify TAM Enterprises contract to $175,000
• Authorize NYS DEC grant for HHW collection
• Accept leachate from Village of Monticello
• Allocate tonnage for town cleanups

The committee carried six resolutions to the County Legislature, covering a lawn‑mowing contract, a contract modification with TAM Enterprises, a leachate agreement with the Village of Monticello, a grant request for hazardous‑waste reimbursement, a free e‑waste pickup MOA, and tonnage allocations for town cleanups. All votes were unanimous except the e‑waste MOA, which recorded one nay. The meeting adjourned at 11:08 a.m.

• Authorized County Manager to execute 2026 lawn mowing services agreement (Bid B-25-56) – carried 6-0
• Approved modification agreement with TAM Enterprises to increase contract amounts up to $100,000 for 2025 and $75,000 for 2026 – carried 6-0
• Authorized MOA with Village of Monticello to accept leachate in exchange for sludge disposal payment – carried 6-0
• Authorized grant application to NYS DEC for 50% reimbursement of 2025 HHW collection events (up to $30,383.26) – carried 6-0
• Authorized MOA for free e‑waste pickup at county transfer stations – carried 5-1 (Ward voted nay)
• Approved allocation of zero‑cost tonnages for town cleanups at the solid waste division – carried 6-0

Management & Budget Committee

The committee will consider modifications to the 2025 and 2026 budgets and the allocation of 2025 operating funds for a community grant program and multi-year planning project. The body will also review several tax roll corrections for various towns.

• Modify the 2026 Budget (ID-8136)
• Modify the 2025 Budget (ID-8138)
• Allocate 2025 operating budget funds for RUSt community grant program and planning project
• Amendment to agreement with Catalis Courts & Land Records, LLC for Ce Analytics software
• Tax roll corrections for Towns of Delaware, Thompson, Liberty, and Fremont

The Management & Budget Committee adopted eleven resolutions to be forwarded to the County Legislature on Feb. 19, 2026. They approved tax‑roll corrections for the Towns of Delaware and Thompson, two 2026 budget modifications, a 2025 fund allocation for a multi‑year planning project and the Removal of Unsafe Structures grant, an amendment to a software agreement with Catalis Courts, and the closure of capital project accounts. They also approved a tax‑roll correction for the Town of Liberty and denied corrections for the Towns of Fremont and Delaware. All votes were 4‑0 in favor, with District 9 legislator Blosser‑Bernardo absent.

• Approved allocation of 2025 operating budget funds for planning project and RUSt grant (4-0)
• Approved modification of 2026 budget (4-0)
• Approved amendment to agreement with Catalis Courts & Land Records LLC (4-0)
• Approved closure of capital project accounts (4-0)
• Approved correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Delaware (4-0)
• Approved correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Thompson (4-0)
• Denied correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Fremont (4-0)
• Denied correction of 2026 tax roll for Town of Delaware (4-0)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will consider three resolutions: authorizing a countywide Litter Pluck event, approving the 2026 Parks and Recreation fee schedule, and approving documents for new hiking trails at Lake Superior State Park. Each resolution requires committee approval before implementation.

• Resolution to fund and coordinate a countywide Litter Pluck event (ID-8097)
• Resolution to adopt the Sullivan County Parks and Recreation fee schedule for 2026 (ID-8095)
• Resolution to execute documents for developing hiking trails at Lake Superior State Park (ID-8096)

The Planning and Community Resources Committee approved three resolutions unanimously and will forward them to the County Legislature meeting on February 19, 2026. The resolutions authorize a countywide Litter Pluck Event, the Sullivan County Parks, Recreation and Beautification Fee Schedule, and the execution of documents for hiking trails at Lake Superior State Park. No public comment was received and the meeting adjourned at 1:04 pm.

• Approved resolution to authorize coordination and funding of a countywide Litter Pluck Event (3-0)
• Approved resolution to authorize the Sullivan County Parks, Recreation and Beautification Fee Schedule (3-0)
• Approved resolution to authorize execution of documents for hiking trails at Lake Superior State Park (3-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will meet to receive reports from the Division of Community Resources, the IDA, the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Partnership for Economic Development.

• IDA Activity Report for January 2026
• Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association February Monthly Report

The meeting featured updates from the Chamber of Commerce, Division of Community Resources, IDA, Visitors Association, and Partnership for Economic Development. Several members and public speakers made comments. No resolutions or votes were taken, and the committee adjourned at 10:42 a.m.

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will consider a resolution to authorize the execution of the 2026 annual contract between Sullivan County and Cornell Cooperative Extension. The agenda also includes a purchasing and central services report (ID‑8089) and a Board of Elections report (ID‑8103). Public comment will be taken before the meeting is adjourned.

• Resolution to authorize the 2026 annual contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension (ID‑8091)
• Purchasing & Central Services report (ID‑8089)
• Board of Elections February 2026 Report (ID‑8103)
• County Clerk report
• SUNY Sullivan report

The Government Services Committee heard reports from Purchasing & Central Services, the Board of Elections, SUNY Sullivan, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and the County Clerk. It then authorized the execution of the 2026 annual contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension. The meeting was adjourned at 9:28 a.m.

• Authorized execution of 2026 contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension – carried (3 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstain, 1 Absent)

County Legislature

The County Legislature will consider resolutions to authorize funding for electronic health records, reclassify sheriff positions, and create a new sheriff deputy role. The body will also review a special meeting notice.

• Authorize agreement with Theramanager, LLC for Cloud Hosted Electronic Health Record Solution
• Authorize agreement with Dr .First.com for cloud hosted electronic prescription system
• Reclassify two sheriff positions to Deputy Sheriff Corporal
• Create one (1) Sheriff Deputy position
• Authorize Sullivan County Department of Public Health to apply for NYS DOH PHEPP funds

The County Legislature adopted five resolutions. It authorized the Department of Public Health to apply for and accept NYS DOH PHEPP funds. It approved contracts for a cloud‑hosted electronic health record system and a cloud‑hosted electronic prescription system. It reclassified two deputy sheriff detective positions and created one new sheriff deputy position.

• Authorized health department to apply for NYS DOH PHEPP funds (adopted; votes: Rajsz, McPhillips, McPhillips, Salomone, Scott, Perrello, Ward aye; Alvarez, Blosser‑Bernardo absent)
• Approved agreement with Theramanager, LLC d/b/a ProsperityEHR for cloud EHR solution (adopted; same vote pattern)
• Reclassified deputy sheriff positions #2958 and #3373 to Deputy Sheriff Corporal (adopted; same vote pattern)
• Created one new sheriff deputy position (adopted; same vote pattern)
• Approved agreement with Dr.First.com for cloud electronic prescription system (adopted; same vote pattern)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will review reports from public safety divisions and the Sheriff's office. The body is deciding on a memorandum of understanding for morgue services and an agreement for emergency medical technician training.

• Resolution to urge NY State Legislature to adopt Assembly Bills A 6722 and A9150
• Memorandum of Understanding with Garnet Health Medical Center for morgue services
• Agreement with Dutchess County Community College for an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (A-EMT) training course

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee carried three resolutions to be forwarded to the County Legislature meeting on February 19, 2026. The resolutions urge the New York State Legislature to adopt Assembly Bills A6722 and A9150, authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with Garnet Health Medical Center for morgue services, and authorize an agreement with Dutchess County Community College to provide an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (A‑EMT) training course for first responders. The committee also held an executive session to discuss probation and Teamsters collective bargaining agreements.

• Resolution urging NY State Legislature to adopt Assembly Bills A6722 and A9150 carried
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Garnet Health Medical Center for morgue services carried
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Dutchess County Community College for A‑EMT training carried

Veterans Committee

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee will convene to hear reports from the Veterans Service Agency and local commanders. The primary discussion item is a new law regarding the Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption, presented by Chris Knapp and Stephen Walsh.

• Veterans Service Agency Director's Report
• Veterans Service Organizations Commanders Reports
• Discussion on New Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption Law
• Public Comment period
• Meeting at Government Center, 100 North Street

The committee met on February 5, 2026, heard updates from veterans organizations and a report on the new Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption law signed by Governor Hochul on December 19, 2025, with a chapter amendment filed on January 6, 2026. No resolutions or votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 12:34 pm.

Executive Committee

The Sullivan County Executive Committee will consider authorizing a contract to upgrade the 911 computer-aided dispatch system and enacting a local law to impose fines for failing to stop for school buses. The committee will also discuss various contracts, including a groundwater study and a semiquincentennial commemoration allocation.

• Authorize upgrade of County 911 computer-aided dispatch system
• Enact local law imposing fines for failure to stop for school buses
• Authorize contract with Labella Associates D.P.C. for groundwater study
• Authorize contract with Delaware Company for 250th commemoration allocation
• Authorize contract modification with Mosdos Monticello, Inc. to extend contract period to March 31, 2026

The committee tabled a proposed memorandum with the Village of Monticello (9‑0). It approved several resolutions to be forwarded to the County Legislature, including a $200,000 budget allocation, contract modifications, and agency changes. Additional actions included appointing charter review members and awarding a groundwater study contract.

• Resolution to authorize MOA with Village of Monticello tabled (9‑0)
• Contract modification with Mosdos Monticello, Inc. approved, to be carried to County Legislature
• Allocation of $200,000 from 2025 operating budget to assigned fund balance approved (amended, 9‑0)
• Reduction of County Industrial Development Agency directors from nine to seven approved, to be carried to County Legislature
• Members appointed to the Charter Review Commission, approved to be carried to County Legislature
• Contract awarded to Labella Associates D.P.C. for countywide groundwater study, approved (two abstentions)
• Upgrade of the county 911 computer‑aided dispatch system approved, to be carried to County Legislature
• Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Probation Unit ratified, approved to be carried to County Legislature

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider approving various contracts for medical, legal, and environmental services, modifying the 2025 and 2026 budgets, and enacting a local law regarding school bus safety.

• Authorize contract with Zion Environmental for landfill groundwater reporting
• Authorize contract with Luzon Oil Company for petroleum bulk storage tank removal
• Authorize contract with Labella Associates for countywide groundwater study
• Authorize upgrade of the County 911 computer-aided dispatch system
• Enact Local Law establishing fines for failing to stop for a school bus

The Sullivan County Legislature adopted a block of eight resolutions, each passing unanimously with an 8‑0 vote. The measures authorize medical assistance services, public‑health funding, a BUILD grant application for the O&W Rail Trail, a memorandum with the sheriff’s office and unions, modifications to the 2025 and 2026 budgets, a Rental Supplement Program, allocation of operating‑budget funds, and a contract for the state 250th commemoration allocation.

• Adopted Resolution #1 to enter agreements for medical assistance services (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #2 to authorize public‑health funding agreement with NYS Association for Rural Health (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #4 to apply for FY2026 BUILD Grant for the Sullivan O&W Rail Trail (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #5 to ratify memorandum of agreement with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and labor unions (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #12 to modify the 2025 budget (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #13 to accept county funds for a Rental Supplement Program (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #21 to allocate funds from the 2025 operating budget to the assigned fund balance (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #24 to contract with the Delaware Company for the NYS 250th commemoration allocation (8‑0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will conduct a public hearing on a proposed demonstration program that would impose liability on school bus owners. The hearing will consider the public hearing notice (ID‑8080) and a draft local law (ID‑8082) for the program. Legislators will review the notice, hear public comment, and decide on the ordinance.

• Public hearing on school bus owner‑liability demonstration program
• Review of Public Hearing Notice establishing the program (ID‑8080)
• Consideration of draft Local Law for the program (ID‑8082)
• Public comment period during the hearing
• Closing of the public hearing

The County Legislature held a public hearing on a local law to create a demonstration program that would impose fines for failing to stop for a school bus displaying a red visual signal or stop arm. No votes or resolutions were recorded; the hearing was closed at 11:54 a.m. after public comments.

County Legislature

The County Legislature held a public hearing on SCIA Lease ID-8079. Legislators heard a comment from Ken Walter. The hearing was closed at 11:22 am after a motion by Joseph Perrello and second by Luis Alvarez. No decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will hold two presentations: one on the Eldred Football Team and another celebrating the River Reporter’s 50th anniversary. No legislative actions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation: Eldred Football Team
• Presentation: River Reporter 50th Anniversary

Legislators presented proclamations honoring the Eldred football team and the River Reporter’s 50th anniversary. Terry Blosser-Bernardo moved, and Amanda Ward seconded, a motion to recess the meeting. The full board recessed at 11:15 am.

• Recess motion approved, meeting recessed at 11:15 am

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss reports from the Division of Human Resources. The committee is considering a resolution to ratify a memorandum of agreement for the Sheriff's Office Jail Unit.

• Ratification of Memorandum of Agreement between Sullivan County and CSEA Local 1000/Local 853 for the Sheriff's Office Jail Unit (ID-8034, 2025-2029)

The Human Resources Committee approved a resolution ratifying a memorandum of agreement between Sullivan County, the County Sheriff’s Office, the Civil Service Employees Association Local 1000, and other parties. The resolution authorizes the County Manager to execute the agreement and will be presented to the County Legislature on Jan. 22, 2026. The motion passed with five votes in favor.

• Ratified memorandum of agreement with sheriff’s office and labor unions (5 ayes)
• Forwarded resolution to County Legislature meeting on 1/22/2026

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will consider modifications to the 2025 and 2026 budgets. The body will also review a contract amendment with the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services and related legal aid agreements.

• Contract amendment with New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services
• Modification agreements with Sullivan Legal Aid Panel, Inc. and Sullivan County Conflict Legal Aid, Inc.
• Payments for Third Family Defense (Child Welfare) Quality Improvement and Caseload Reduction Grant
• Modification of the 2025 Budget (ID-8060)
• Modification of the 2026 Budget (ID-8064)

The Management & Budget Committee authorized the County Manager to enter a contract amendment with the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services and related legal aid agreements. The committee also approved modifications to the 2025 and 2026 county budgets. All three resolutions were carried and will be forwarded to the County Legislature on January 22, 2026.

• Authorized contract amendment with NY State Office of Indigent Legal Services (5-0)
• Approved modification of the 2025 budget (carried)
• Approved modification of the 2026 budget (carried)

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider a waste exchange agreement with the Village of Monticello. Members will also review contracts for groundwater reporting, tank removal, and crane installation.

• MOA with Village of Monticello to exchange leachate and sludge disposal
• Contract with Zion Environmental for groundwater reporting at Sullivan County Landfill
• Contract with Luzon Environmental Services for petroleum bulk storage tank removal
• Contract with Moye Handling Systems for a crane runway system at the Maplewood Facility
• Discussion on office space rates at the SCIA Terminal

The committee approved three resolutions authorizing the County Manager to execute contracts with Zion Environmental, Luzon Oil Company (Luzon Environmental Services), and Overhead Hoist & Crane (dba Moye Handling Systems). Each resolution passed unanimously (7-0) and was ordered to be carried to the County Legislature on January 22, 2026. A separate resolution to authorize a leachate Memorandum of Agreement with the Village of Monticello was withdrawn after a typo was noted.

• Resolution to authorize MOA with Village of Monticello withdrawn after typo identified
• Approved contract with Zion Environmental for landfill groundwater reporting services (7-0)
• Approved contract with Luzon Oil Company for petroleum bulk storage tank removal (7-0)
• Approved contract with Overhead Hoist & Crane for crane runway system at Maplewood Facility (7-0)

Health & Human Services

The Health & Human Services Committee will consider entering into agreements for medical assistance services, funding for the Sullivan County Department of Public Health, and a contract extension with Honor EHG. The agenda also includes authorizing funds for a Rental Supplement Program for 2026-2027.

• Agreements for medical assistance program services
• Funding application for NYS Association for Rural Health
• Contract extension with Honor EHG
• County funds for Rental Supplement Program
• St. Catherine’s Center for Children annual increase

The Health & Human Services Committee approved a resolution allowing the County Department of Public Health to apply for and accept funds from the NYS Association for Rural Health, with a 5‑0 vote after an amendment. The committee also carried five other resolutions to enter into various service agreements and to fund a Rental Supplement Program, each passing unanimously.

• Approved Rural Health funding application (amended, vote 5-0)
• Carried agreement for various medical assistance services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Greater Adult Neighbors DBA Arcadia Residence (vote 5-0)
• Approved annual increase for St. Catherine’s Center for Children (vote 5-0)
• Extended contract between Honor EHG and DSS (vote 5-0)
• Approved county funds for Rental Supplement Program (vote 5-0)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will consider a resolution to authorize an application for federal funding to advance the Sullivan O&W Rail Trail. The meeting will also include reports from the Planning Division and the Office for the Aging.

• Resolution to apply for USDOT FY 2026 BUILD Grant funding for the Sullivan O&W Rail Trail
• Planning Division report ID-8032 for December 2025
• Office for the Aging report ID-8035 for November 2025

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will meet to receive monthly reports from the Division of Public Safety, Bureau of Fire, E-911/EMS, and Probation. The agenda includes updates from the Sheriff, District Attorney, County Coroner, and NYSP.

• Division of Public Safety Commissioner's Monthly Report ID-8043
• Bureau of Fire Monthly Report ID-8040
• E-911 and EMS Monthly Report ID-8044
• Probation Monthly Report ID-8042

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to receive reports from the Division of Community Resources, the Industrial Development Agency, and other local economic partners. The meeting includes a review of the IDA Activity Report for December 2025 and the Partnership for Economic Development Monthly Report.

• Sullivan County Industrial Development Agency Report ID-8045
• Partnership for Economic Development Monthly Report ID-8046
• Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association report
• Chamber of Commerce report

Government Services Committee

The committee will meet to receive reports from several county departments and agencies. No resolutions are scheduled for a vote during this meeting.

• Purchasing & Central Services report
• Board of Elections report
• County Clerk report
• SUNY Sullivan report
• Cornell Cooperative Extension report

County Legislature