Sullivan County public meetings in 2024

County Legislature

The County Legislature will convene to conduct a public hearing regarding an agreement with Archtop for broadband services. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 10:15 AM at the Government Center.

• Public Hearing: Agreement with Archtop (Broad Band)
• Meeting Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
• Location: Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701
• Notice ID: Noice ID-7030

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on a proposed agreement with Archtop, LLC for broadband services. Two residents spoke during public comment. The hearing was closed without any vote or decision on the agreement.

• Public hearing on Archtop broadband agreement opened and closed (no vote)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider 42 resolutions at its December 19, 2024 meeting, covering public health orders, broadband infrastructure, tax roll corrections, and funding for bridges, parks, and services. The agenda includes routine procedural items, committee reports, and public comment periods.

• Create a Temporary Director of Activities Position
• Adopt Public Health Order No. 1 of 2025
• Execute lease renewal for Public Safety Communications land
• Authorize $213,975.65 increase to $500,000 annual contract
• Seek lead agency status for countywide broadband project

The Sullivan County Legislature met on December 19, 2024, and adopted all 67 resolutions on the agenda, including the 2025 county tax levy, equalization table, and various town/special district relevies. They also enacted local laws regarding mortgage recording tax and broadband with Archtop Fiber LLC, and approved numerous contracts, grants, and policy updates. All votes were unanimous (9-0) except for the reappointment of Nadia Rajsz and Catherine Scott to the Soil & Water Conservation District Board, which passed 7-0 with two abstentions.

• Adopted 2025 county tax levy and apportionment (9-0)
• Enacted local law on mortgage recording tax (9-0)
• Enacted local law on broadband with Archtop Fiber LLC (9-0)
• Approved MSW rate of $136.50 for Jan-Jun 2025 (9-0)
• Authorized engineering design contracts for Bridge 51 and Bridge 283 (9-0)
• Approved contract increase of $213,975.65 for county funds (9-0)
• Adopted AI use policy for county operations (9-0)
• Reappointed Rajsz and Scott to Soil & Water board (7-0, 2 abstentions)

Executive Committee

The Sullivan County Executive Committee will meet to appoint members to advisory boards, approve contracts for health care billing and engineering services, and adopt policies regarding building lights and artificial intelligence. The committee will also allocate funds for park construction and approve a waste management rate.

• Appoint Rabbi Hillel Grossman to the Health Services Advisory Board
• Authorize contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for Adult Care Center billing
• Adopt an Exterior Multicolored Building Lights Policy
• Authorize contract with Tectonic Engineering Consultants
• Approve MSW Rate of $136.50 from January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025

The Sullivan County Executive Committee voted unanimously to carry all 13 resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 12/19/2024. Actions include appointing Rabbi Hillel Grossman to the Health Services Advisory Board, amending the Legislative Discretionary Funding program to allocate $3,000 for the Westbrookville Fire Department, adopting an exterior multicolored building lights policy, authorizing contracts with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Tectonic Engineering, and approving a municipal solid waste rate of $136.50 for January-June 2025. All votes were 9-0 except for the Soil & Water Conservation District reappointment of Nadia Rajsz and Catherine Scott, which passed 7-0 with both recusing.

• Appointed Rabbi Hillel Grossman to Health Services Advisory Board (9-0)
• Amended Legislative Discretionary Funding to move $3,000 to Westbrookville Fire Department (9-0)
• Adopted Exterior Multicolored Building Lights Policy (9-0)
• Authorized contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for Adult Care Center billing (9-0)
• Authorized agreement with Sullivan County BOCES for training services (9-0)
• Allocated funds for Callicoon Riverside Park construction (9-0)
• Adopted AI in County Operations policy with amendments (9-0)
• Approved MSW rate of $136.50 for Jan-Jun 2025 (9-0)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the mortgage tax. The session includes a reading of Public Hearing Notice ID-7029 and a period for public comment.

• Public Hearing on Mortgage Tax (Notice ID-7029)

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on the mortgage tax, received one public comment, and closed the hearing without taking any action. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

• Closed public hearing on mortgage tax (moved by Matt McPhillips, seconded by Joseph Perrello)

County Legislature

The County Legislature will meet to vote on the 2025 budget and the 2025-2030 Capital Plan. The body will also consider the 2025 tax levy and the creation of a Deputy County Manager position.

• Adoption of the 2025-2030 Capital Plan
• Adoption of the 2025 Tax Levy
• Amendment and adoption of the 2025 Sullivan County Budget
• Creation and appointment of a Deputy County Manager position

The legislature unanimously adopted the 2025-2030 Capital Plan and the 2025 Tax Levy. The 2025 budget was amended and adopted with a 8-1 vote, after a failed attempt to increase solid waste revenue and a successful amendment to fund a paralegal position. A new Deputy County Manager position was created with a salary of $129,604, approved 7-2.

• Adopted 2025-2030 Capital Plan (9-0)
• Adopted 2025 Tax Levy (9-0)
• Created and appointed Deputy County Manager position with salary of $129,604 (7-2)
• Amended and adopted 2025 Sullivan County Budget (8-1)
• Failed motion to replace $1.365 million with $3.2 million for solid waste revenue
• Approved amendment to fund paralegal position at $73,538

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2025 tentative budget. This session allows for public comment on the proposed spending plan.

• Public hearing on 2025 Tentative Budget (Notice ID-7001)

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on the 2025 tentative budget on December 12, 2024. Several residents commented, including concerns about airport spending versus maintenance of the Adult Care Center. The hearing was closed without any formal action or vote on the budget.

• Closed public hearing on 2025 tentative budget (moved by Amanda Ward, seconded by Nicholas Salomone)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions for engineering services to replace two county bridges and a grant for an airport hangar. The body will also review a contract increase and a waste disposal agreement.

• Engineering design services for replacement of County Bridge 51 (Barton & Loguidice D.P.C.)
• Engineering design services for replacement of County Bridge 283 (Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.)
• NYSDOT Aviation Capital grant application for a 10-Bay T-Hangar at Sullivan County International Airport
• Contract value increase of $213,975.65 to a total of $500,000.00
• Agreement with TAM Enterprises, Inc. for rinse rack and wash bay system cleaning and waste disposal

The Public Works Committee approved a motion to set municipal solid waste (MSW) tipping fees at $136.50/ton from January 1 through June 30, 2025, and $150.00/ton effective July 1, 2025, with C&D fees at $150.00 starting January 1, 2025. The committee also voted to recommend that the County Manager not renew $5,000 payments to towns for transfer station operations, and carried five resolutions to the full Legislature, including engineering design contracts for two bridges and a grant application for a new airport T-hangar.

• Approved MSW tipping fees: $136.50/ton Jan 1–Jun 30, 2025; $150.00/ton from Jul 1, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved C&D tipping fee of $150.00/ton starting Jan 1, 2025 (7-0)
• Motion passed 6-0 to direct County Manager not to renew $5,000 payments to towns for transfer station operations
• Carried resolution to authorize engineering design agreement with Barton & Loguidice for Bridge 51 (Enactment 605-24)
• Carried resolution to authorize engineering design agreement with Greenman-Pedersen for Bridge 283 (Enactment 606-24)
• Carried resolution to apply for NYSDOT Aviation Capital grant for 10-Bay T-Hangar at Sullivan County International Airport (Enactment 607-24)
• Carried resolution to increase annual contract value by $213,975.65 to $500,000 (Enactment 608-24)
• Adopted resolution authorizing agreement with TAM Enterprises for rinse rack and wash bay system services (Enactment 609-24)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will receive reports from various public safety agencies, including the Sheriff and District Attorney. The body will consider two resolutions regarding interpreter compensation and a land lease renewal.

• Resolution to amend Resolution No. 178-22 regarding court appointed language interpreter compensation
• Resolution to execute a lease renewal with a third party land owner for Public Safety Communications Facilities
• Reports from Division of Public Safety, Fire Bureau, E-911/EMS, Probation, Sheriff, District Attorney, Opioid Task Force, Coroner's Office, and NYS Police

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee voted 5-0 to advance two resolutions to the County Legislature: amending Resolution No. 178-22 on compensation for court-appointed language interpreter services, and executing a lease renewal with a third-party landowner for land supporting Public Safety Communications Facilities. The committee also received updates from various departments, including Public Safety, Fire Bureau, E-911/EMS, Probation, Sheriff, District Attorney, NYS Police, Coroner's Office, and Opioid Task Force. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amendment to Resolution No. 178-22 on interpreter compensation (5-0)
• Approved lease renewal for Public Safety Communications Facilities (5-0)

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will review reports from county financial and IT divisions. The body is deciding on a 2024 budget modification and several tax roll corrections for the Town of Thompson.

• Agreement with Secure Network Technologies, Inc.
• Amendment to Resolution No. 528-23 regarding New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services, Sullivan Legal Aid Panel, Inc., and Sullivan Conflict Legal Aid, Inc.
• Correction of 2022, 2023, and 2024 tax rolls for Town of Thompson Tax Map #29.-2-18
• Modification of the 2024 Budget

The Management & Budget Committee voted 5-0 to advance six resolutions to the County Legislature for its 12/19/2024 meeting. These include an agreement with Secure Network Technologies, amendments to indigent legal services contracts, corrections to Thompson tax rolls for 2022-2024, and a 2024 budget modification. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Authorized agreement with Secure Network Technologies, Inc. (ID-6964) — carried 5-0
• Amended Resolution No. 528-23 for indigent legal services contracts (ID-6989) — carried 5-0
• Corrected 2022 tax roll for Town of Thompson, Tax Map #29.-2-18 (ID-6996) — carried 5-0
• Corrected 2023 tax roll for Town of Thompson, Tax Map #29.-2-18 (ID-6997) — carried 5-0
• Corrected 2024 tax roll for Town of Thompson, Tax Map #29.-2-18 (ID-6998) — carried 5-0
• Modified 2024 budget (ID-7005) — carried 5-0

Health & Human Services

The Health & Human Services Committee will consider adopting a new public health order, accepting a legislative award, and authorizing funding for the Child Advocacy Center. The agenda also includes a contract modification with honor ehg and a discussion on the Family Centered Services Program Plan.

• Adopt Public Health Order No. 1 of 2025
• Accept Legislative Award from NYSARH
• Authorize agreement for Child Advocacy Center funding
• Modify contract with honor ehg
• Review 2024-2025 Family Centered Services Program Plan

The Health and Human Services Committee voted 5-0 to adopt Public Health Order No. 1 of 2025, with an amendment adding a warning for first violations and a two-business-day correction period. The committee also approved three other resolutions in a block vote, all carried to the County Legislature meeting on 12/19/2024. These included accepting a legislative award from NYSARH, authorizing Child Advocacy Center funding, and modifying a contract with honor ehg for family services.

• Adopted Public Health Order No. 1 of 2025 as amended (5-0)
• Approved amendment adding first-violation warning and 2-business-day correction period (5-0)
• Approved accepting NYSARH legislative award and agreement with Dept. of Public Health and Cornell Cooperative Extension (5-0)
• Approved Child Advocacy Center funding agreement (5-0)
• Approved contract modification with honor ehg for Family Centered Services (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to consider resolutions regarding staffing and policy updates. The body is deciding on the creation of a temporary director role and a technology stipend.

• Creation of a Temporary Director of Activities Position (ID-6937)
• Authorization of a temporary stipend for GIS efforts in the Division of Information Technology Services (ID-6982)
• Adoption of an updated Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Policy (ID-6979)

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee voted 5-0 to advance three resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 12/19/2024: creating a Temporary Director of Activities position, authorizing a temporary stipend for GIS efforts in IT, and adopting an updated Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. The committee also received the 2024 Human Resources Annual Report and heard public comments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Advanced resolution to create Temporary Director of Activities position (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize temporary stipend for GIS efforts in IT (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to adopt updated Affirmative Action/EEO Policy (5-0)
• Received 2024 Human Resources Annual Report

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the 2025 tentative budget. Residents may comment on the proposed spending plan before the body takes final action.

• Public Hearing 2025 Tentative Budget (ID-7001)

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on the 2025 Tentative Budget on December 10, 2024. No formal decisions or votes were made during the hearing; it was purely a public comment session. The hearing was closed at 6:13 PM after two public comments and questions from legislators.

• Public hearing on 2025 Tentative Budget opened at 5:01PM
• Public hearing on 2025 Tentative Budget closed at 6:13PM

County Legislature

The County Legislature is holding a special meeting focused on broadband. The body is deciding to set a public hearing for December 19, 2024, regarding a ten-year agreement with Archtop.

• Public hearing scheduled for 12/19/24 at 10:15 AM regarding Ten Year Agreement with Archtop

The Sullivan County Legislature held a special meeting focused on broadband. Legislators voted unanimously to schedule a public hearing for December 19, 2024, regarding a proposed ten-year agreement with Archtop. The board also entered executive session to discuss labor contract negotiations, then adjourned without further action.

• Set public hearing for 12/19/24 at 10:15AM on ten-year agreement with Archtop (7-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss labor contract negotiations (7-0)
• Adjourned at 11:02AM

Veterans Committee

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee will meet to hear reports from the Veterans Service Agency and Veterans Service Organizations, followed by a period for public comment before adjourning.

• Veterans Service Agency Director's Report
• Commander's Reports from Veterans Service Organizations
• Public Comment period
• Meeting at Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee met on December 5, 2024, with no resolutions or substantive decisions. The committee entered executive session to discuss NYSNA contract negotiations and adjourned shortly after. No votes on policy or funding were taken.

• Entered executive session to discuss NYSNA contract negotiations (4-0)
• Exited executive session at 12:19 PM (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:20 PM

Economic Development Committee

The committee will meet to receive reports from the Division of Community Resources, the Visitors Association, and the Industrial Development Agency (IDA). The meeting includes time for discussion and public comment.

• Division of Community Resources December 2024 Monthly Report
• Visitors Association November Report
• IDA Activity Report November 2024

The Sullivan County Economic Development Committee met on December 5, 2024, and received monthly reports from the Division of Community Resources, Visitors Association, IDA, Partnership for Economic Development, and Chamber of Commerce. No resolutions were proposed or voted on, and the meeting adjourned after public comment. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• No resolutions were considered or approved
• Meeting adjourned at 10:29 AM

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will vote on authorizing the renewal of the Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) state grant for 2024‑2025. It will also consider seeking Lead Agency status for a countywide broadband infrastructure project under SEQRA requirements. Additionally, the committee will authorize the County Manager to sign RSVP Memorandum of Understanding agreements with volunteer stations.

• Authorize renewal of RSVP State Grant for 2024‑2025 (ID‑6962)
• Seek Lead Agency status for countywide broadband infrastructure project (ID‑6965)
• Authorize County Manager to sign RSVP MOU agreements with volunteer stations (ID‑6983)

The Planning and Community Resources Committee voted 4-0 to advance three resolutions to the County Legislature for the December 19, 2024 meeting: renewing the RSVP state grant application for 2024-2025, seeking lead agency status for a countywide broadband infrastructure project under SEQRA, and authorizing the county manager to sign RSVP memorandums of understanding with volunteer stations. Legislator Luis Alvarez was absent. The committee also received updates from the Planning and Community Resources divisions and heard one public comment.

• Advanced RSVP state grant renewal application for 2024-2025 to County Legislature (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to seek lead agency status for countywide broadband infrastructure project under SEQRA (4-0)
• Advanced authorization for county manager to sign RSVP MOUs with volunteer stations (4-0)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will consider agenda item ID‑6966 from Purchasing and Central Services. It will also receive reports from the Board of Elections, the County Clerk, SCCC, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. The meeting includes public comment before adjourning.

• Purchasing and Central Services agenda item ID‑6966
• Report from Board of Elections
• Report from County Clerk
• Report from SCCC
• Report from Cornell Cooperative Extension

The Government Services Committee meeting was informational only. No resolutions were voted on or decisions made. Members heard updates from SCCC, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and the County Clerk's office, and received one public comment.

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will meet on November 21, 2024, to decide on multiple resolutions, contracts, and local laws. Key items include canceling unenforceable demolition fees on a tax-exempt parcel, approving a bicycle and pedestrian master plan, and authorizing HVAC maintenance for the Sheriff’s jail. The meeting also includes budget modifications, grant acceptances, and public hearings on a mortgage recording tax and the 2025 budget.

• Cancel $46,449.50 demolition fee plus penalties/interest on Parvis Parcel in Town of Fallsburg
• Award $150,000 contract to Metropolitan Urban Design Workshop for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Authorize $125,000 HVAC-R preventative maintenance agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for Sheriff Admin/Jail
• Amend 2024 budget to reallocate $30,000/month for Correction Officers overtime (Sept 2024–Jan 2025)
• Set public hearing for 12/19/24 on imposing a Mortgage Recording Tax

The Sullivan County Legislature approved all 40 resolutions on the agenda, including abolishing the EMS Advisory Board, authorizing a bicycle and pedestrian master plan, and setting a public hearing on a mortgage recording tax. All votes were 8-0 with one legislator absent.

• Abolished EMS Advisory Board and its By-Laws (8-0)
• Authorized agreement for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (8-0)
• Set public hearing for 12/19/24 on Mortgage Recording Tax (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearings on FY 2025 Tentative Budget (8-0)
• Authorized contract with Axon Enterprise for tasers (8-0)
• Cancelled demolition fee on Parvis Industries parcel (8-0)
• Amended Resolution 540-24 removing $30k/month overtime cap for Correction Officers (8-0)
• Enacted Local Law 9 of 2024 reinserting Admin Code Articles A8A, A9, A10 (8-0)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding two SCIA leases. The session specifically includes a public hearing notice for SCIA Hangar Leases ID-6951.

• Public hearing on two SCIA leases
• Public hearing notice on SCIA Hangar Leases ID-6951

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on the SCIA hangar leases (ID-6951) on November 21, 2024. Three residents made public comments. The hearing was closed by motion, but no vote or decision on the leases was taken during this meeting.

• Closed public hearing on SCIA hangar leases (motion by Catherine Scott, seconded by Brian McPhillips)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to vote on various contracts, local law amendments, and administrative resolutions. The body is scheduling public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2025 Tentative Budget and a proposed mortgage recording tax.

• Public hearing for 12/19/24 regarding imposing a mortgage recording tax
• Public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2025 Tentative Budget
• Cancellation of a $46,449.50 demolition fee and interest for the Parvis Parcel in Fallsburg
• Contract for tasers and accessories with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Removal of the $30,000 monthly double-time cap for Correction Officers through January 31, 2025

The Sullivan County Executive Committee met on November 21, 2024, and voted to carry 19 resolutions to the County Legislature, including a taser purchase contract with Axon Enterprise, a cultural resources survey for Callicoon Park, a mortgage recording tax public hearing, and 2025 budget hearing dates. All recorded votes were 8-0, with District 1 Legislator Matt McPhillips absent. The committee also moved to prepare a resolution supporting the Daffodil Project and held an executive session on contract negotiations. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Carried resolution to accept/reject bids from Nov 20, 2024 public auction (8-0, McPhillips absent)
• Carried agreement with NACCHO to accept grant funds for MRC (8-0)
• Carried proposed Local Law 9 of 2024 to amend Local Law 2 of 2022 (8-0)
• Carried agreement with Children's Home of Poughkeepsie (8-0)
• Carried contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for tasers and accessories (8-0)
• Carried resolution to cancel unenforceable taxes, penalties, and interest on Parvis Parcel in Fallsburg (8-0)
• Carried resolution to modify Resolution No. 550-24 for correct SBL in Village of Liberty (8-0)
• Carried contract with Birchwood Archaeological Service, Inc. for Callicoon Park cultural resources survey (8-0)

Health & Human Services

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee will meet to decide on accepting grant funding, modifying contracts, and authorizing donations. The meeting includes a monthly report from the Division of Health and Human Services but no discussion items.

• Accept $NY Assembly grant for renovations and upgrades (ID-6916)
• Modify contract with Dispute Resolution Center and DSS (ID-6917)
• Authorize DSS to accept a cash donation (ID-6881)
• Enter agreement with Medical Assistance PERS services (ID-6883)
• Enter agreement with Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. (RSS) (ID-6899)

The Health and Human Services Committee voted 5-0 to recommend five resolutions to the County Legislature for its November 21, 2024 meeting. These include accepting grant funding for renovations, modifying a contract with the Dispute Resolution Center, accepting a cash donation for DSS, and entering agreements for PERS services and with Rehabilitation Support Services. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended accepting NYS Assembly grant for renovation and upgrade (5-0)
• Recommended modifying contract with Dispute Resolution Center and DSS (5-0)
• Recommended authorizing DSS to accept a cash donation (5-0)
• Recommended agreement with Medical Assistance program for PERS services (5-0)
• Recommended agreement with Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review a monthly report and three resolutions. These include amending a state grant for the New Terminal Building and modifying service agreements for the Sheriff Admin/Jail and guide rail construction.

• Amendment to Resolution 38-23 regarding NYS DOT grant funding for the New Terminal Building
• Modification agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for HVAC-R maintenance at Sheriff Admin/Jail
• Modification agreement with EMI Guide Rail, LLC for additional construction services

The Sullivan County Public Works Committee approved three resolutions in a block vote of 7-0. These included amending a prior resolution to accept NYS DOT grant funding for the New Terminal Building, authorizing a modification agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for HVAC-R maintenance at the Sheriff Admin/Jail, and authorizing a modification agreement with EMI Guide Rail, LLC for additional construction services. The committee also heard a proclamation declaring November 20, 2024 as Transgender Remembrance Day and received monthly reports from Division of Public Works staff.

• Approved resolution to amend Resolution 38-23 for NYS DOT grant funding for New Terminal Building (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing County Manager to execute modification agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for HVAC-R maintenance at Sheriff Admin/Jail (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing County Manager to execute modification agreement with EMI Guide Rail, LLC for additional construction services (7-0)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will receive updates from various public safety agencies. No resolutions or specific discussion items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Division of Public Safety report
• Fire Bureau report
• E-911/EMS report
• Probation report
• Opioid Task Force report

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee heard updates from several departments, including Public Safety, Fire Bureau, E-911/EMS, Probation, NYSP, and the Opioid Task Force. No representatives from the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney's Office, or Coroner's Office were present. The committee voted unanimously to carry a resolution authorizing the use of the DPW Fuel Supply Truck ID-6931 to the County Legislature meeting on 11/21/2024.

• Carried resolution to authorize use of DPW Fuel Supply Truck ID-6931 to County Legislature (5-0)

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will consider several resolutions, including accepting the second‑highest bidder from a recent real‑property auction and authorizing a certificate of withdrawal. It will also correct tax rolls for the towns of Fallsburg and Neversink, modify the 2024 budget, and approve contract amendments with NYSOILS and legal‑aid panels. A key item is the three‑year agreement with Thomson Reuters for the CLEAR research products used by the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office.

• Accept 2nd highest bidder from September 11, 2024 Real Property Auction (ID-6904)
• Authorize County Treasurer to issue Certificate of Withdrawal (ID-6905)
• Correct 2024 tax roll for Town of Fallsburg, Tax Map #20‑1‑35.1 (ID-6914)
• Modify the 2024 Budget (ID-6918)
• Authorize three‑year agreement with Thomson Reuters for CLEAR research products for the Sheriff’s Office (ID-6923)

The Sullivan County Management & Budget Committee voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend seven resolutions to the full County Legislature for its November 21, 2024 meeting. These include accepting the second-highest bidder from a September 2024 real property auction, authorizing the Treasurer to issue a Certificate of Withdrawal, correcting 2024 tax rolls for the Towns of Fallsburg and Neversink, modifying the 2024 budget, authorizing a contract amendment with NYSOILS and legal aid panels, and approving a three-year agreement with Thomson Reuters for the Sheriff's Office. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Recommended accepting 2nd highest bidder from Sept 11, 2024 Real Property Auction (5-0)
• Recommended authorizing County Treasurer to issue Certificate of Withdrawal (5-0)
• Recommended correcting 2024 Tax Roll for Town of Fallsburg, Tax Map #20.-1-35.1 (5-0)
• Recommended correcting 2024 Tax Roll for Town of Neversink, Tax Map #25.-1-30 (5-0)
• Recommended modifying the 2024 Budget (5-0)
• Recommended authorizing County Manager to amend contract with NYSOILS and legal aid panels (5-0)
• Recommended three-year agreement with Thomson Reuters for CLEAR research products for Sheriff's Office (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee met on November 14, 2024. The agenda included only standard items such as call to order, roll call, a report from the Division of Human Resources, public comment, and adjournment. No resolutions, contracts, or policy changes were proposed or decided.

The Human Resources Committee voted to move a resolution to the full County Legislature that would remove the $30,000 monthly cap on double-time pay for Correction Officers. This change applies to overtime worked between September 19, 2024, and January 31, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Advanced resolution to remove Correction Officer overtime cap to full Legislature (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss composting and review monthly reports from several county agencies and associations. No resolutions are listed for a vote on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding composting
• Workforce Development monthly report from the Division of Community Resources
• October activity report from the Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
• October report from the Visitor's Association

The Sullivan County Economic Development Committee met on November 7, 2024, and took no formal votes or resolutions. Members heard reports from Workforce Development, the Visitor's Association, the IDA, and the Chamber of Commerce, and agreed to add composting as a discussion item on next week's Public Works Committee agenda.

• Requested composting be listed as a discussion item on next week's Public Works Committee agenda
• Heard Workforce Development monthly report (ID-6902)
• Heard Visitor's Association update (ID-6906)
• Heard IDA activity report (ID-6907)
• Heard Chamber of Commerce update and 50th Anniversary recognition

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Planning and Community Resources Committee met on November 7, 2024, to discuss and vote on two key items. The committee considered a resolution to modify the funding source for a local housing fund from County to NYS OCFS and approved an agreement with Metropolitan Urban Design Workshop to develop a comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.

• Modify housing fund source from County to NYS OCFS (Resolution No. 339-24 modification)
• Award $X contract to Metropolitan Urban Design Workshop for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

The Planning and Community Resources Committee voted unanimously to recommend two resolutions to the full County Legislature. One authorizes a contract with Metropolitan Urban Design Workshop for a comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The other modifies Resolution No. 339-24 to change the funding source for the Office for the Aging from County funds to NYS OCFS. Both will be considered by the Legislature on 11/21/2024.

• Recommended approval of Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan agreement with Metropolitan Urban Design Workshop (5-0)
• Recommended modification of Resolution No. 339-24 to change funding source from County to NYS OCFS (5-0)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will convene to review reports from the Purchasing & Central Services department, the County Clerk, the Board of Elections, the Sullivan County Correctional Facility, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions are scheduled for a vote.

• Review of Purchasing & Central Services report (ID-6896)
• County Clerk report
• Board of Elections report
• SCCC report
• Cornell Cooperative Extension report

The Government Services Committee met on November 7, 2024, and heard reports from the County Clerk, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and SCCC President Dr. David Potash, including an enrollment report. No resolutions were presented or voted on, and the meeting was procedural only, with public comments from several residents.

• No resolutions were considered or voted on
• Heard County Clerk Russell Reeves' update on the Clerk's Office
• Heard Melinda Meddaugh's update on Cornell Cooperative Extension
• Heard SCCC President Dr. David Potash's update, including enrollment report ID-6927
• Received public comments from Ken Walter, Lise Kennedy, Lou Setren, and Hon. Anthony Kane

County Legislature

The County Legislature will consider modifying a contract with Coordinated Care Services, Incorporated to add fiscal duties, authorize agreements for HEAP assistance and preventive services, and increase fees for agencies assisting with County HEAP applications.

• Modify contract with Coordinated Care Services, Incorporated (CCSI) for Specialized Financial Services
• Authorize County Manager to execute agreement between DSS and OFA for HEAP assistance
• Authorize County Manager to enter into agreement for preventive services
• Increase fees for agencies assisting with County HEAP applications
• Authorize agreement documents with Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc.

The Sullivan County Legislature approved ten resolutions during a special meeting on October 30, 2024. These actions included authorizing new service agreements, modifying existing contracts, creating a new staff position, and accepting state funding for eviction prevention.

• Modified CCSI contract for fiscal services (7-0)
• Authorized DSS and OFA agreement for HEAP assistance (7-0)
• Approved preventive services agreement (7-0)
• Created Family Services Case Manager position in DSS (7-0)
• Increased fees for agencies assisting with HEAP applications (7-0)
• Accepted Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment Program funding (7-0)
• Approved School Resource Officers for BOCES and school districts (7-0)
• Accepted reduced real property tax arrears from Village of Liberty (7-0)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to set a public hearing regarding an amendment to Local Law 2 of 2022. The amended law is scheduled for adoption on November 21, 2024.

• Public hearing notice to amend Local Law 2 of 2022

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on October 24, 2024, to consider an amendment to Local Law 2 of 2022. Assistant County Attorney Sharon Jankowicz provided an update on the amendment's subject matter. The hearing was opened at 10:33 AM and closed at 10:35 AM with no further comments; the minutes state the local law will be adopted on November 21, 2024. No substantive decisions were made at this hearing.

• Moved to close the public hearing (Catherine Scott, seconded by Brian McPhillips)
• Public hearing closed at 10:35 AM

Executive Committee

The Sullivan County Executive Committee will vote on several contract authorizations and appointments. The body will also discuss urging the NYSDMV to accept Veteran's IDs for Enhanced Driver's Licenses.

• Contract with Bold Gold Media Group for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act services
• Contract extensions through July 31, 2025 with Mamakating and Bethel Local Development Corps
• Double time pay for Correction Officers at Sullivan County Jail from Sept 19, 2024 to March 19, 2025
• Contract with Davidoff Hutcher & Citron, LLP for lobbying services
• MOU with NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services

The Sullivan County Executive Committee voted 8-1 to approve double-time pay for Correction Officers working overtime at the Sullivan County Jail from September 19, 2024 to January 31, 2025, with a $30,000 cap. The committee also unanimously recommended nine other resolutions to the full Legislature, including appointments, contract authorizations, and amendments. One resolution was amended after being untabled, and all votes were recorded as recorded in the minutes.

• Approved double-time pay for Correction Officers overtime at the Jail, Sept 19, 2024 - Jan 31, 2025, with $30,000 cap (8-1, Perrello opposed)
• Recommended appointment of two new members to the Public Health Professional Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Wendy Brown, RN, MS to the Health Services Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Recommended modification of Resolution No. 452-23 for Office for the Aging (unanimous)
• Recommended contract with Bold Gold Media Group for WIOA services (unanimous)
• Recommended contract extensions with Mamakating and Bethel Local Development Corps through July 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to Resolution 326-24 with Rolling V Bus Corporation (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to Resolution 325-24 for Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop (unanimous)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider designating affordable housing as a public purpose and authorize various contracts for bridge replacements, snow removal, and health services.

• Local Law to designate affordable housing as a public purpose
• Authorize 95% funding for replacing County Bridge 82
• Authorize 3-year snow and ice removal contract with towns
• Authorize contract extension for Mamakating and Bethel Local Development Corps
• Authorize double time for Correction Officers at Sullivan County Jail

The Sullivan County Legislature adopted a local law designating affordable housing as a county public purpose, with only Vice Chairman Perrello opposed. The board also approved 44 other resolutions, including contracts for bridge replacements, snow and ice removal, and various service agreements, all in 9-0 votes except for one 8-1 vote on correction officer overtime.

• Adopted Local Law designating affordable housing as a Sullivan County public purpose (8-1, Perrello opposed)
• Authorized utility work agreements for County Bridge 82 replacement (9-0)
• Extended Household Hazardous Waste contract through 2028 (9-0)
• Authorized agreement with McFarland Johnson for FAA Categorical Exclusion at SCIA (9-0)
• Authorized snow and ice removal contract with towns for 3 years (9-0)
• Authorized NYSDOT agreements for 95% funding of bridge 51 and 283 engineering (9-0)
• Approved $200,000 financial support to Sullivan County Land Bank (9-0)
• Approved double time for Correction Officers overtime at jail (8-1, Perrello opposed)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will vote on three resolutions. One creates a Family Services Investigator trainee position. Another eliminates two Staff Social Worker I roles and adds one full‑time Staff Social Worker I role in the Department of Community Services. The third authorizes the County Manager to sign memoranda of agreement with employee unions and to update the Non‑Union Employee Handbook to reflect new health‑insurance options after the NYSHIP Excelsior Plan is discontinued.

• Create one Family Services Investigator trainee position (Resolution ID‑6809)
• Abolish two Staff Social Worker I positions and create one full‑time Staff Social Worker I position in the Dept. of Community Services (Resolution ID‑6814)
• Authorize the County Manager to enter MOAs with unions affected by the NYSHIP Excelsior Plan discontinuation and update the Non‑Union Employee Handbook (Resolution ID‑6859)

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee voted unanimously to carry three resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 10/24/2024. These include creating one Family Services Investigator Trainee position, a second resolution (ID-6814, details not specified in the minutes), and authorizing the County Manager to sign Memoranda of Agreement with unions affected by the discontinuation of the NYSHIP Excelsior Plan, plus updating the Non-Union Employee Handbook for new health insurance options. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included reports and public comments.

• Carried resolution to create one Family Services Investigator Trainee position to County Legislature (5-0)
• Carried resolution ID-6814 to County Legislature (5-0)
• Carried resolution to authorize County Manager to enter MOAs with unions on NYSHIP Excelsior Plan discontinuation and update Non-Union Employee Handbook (5-0)

Management & Budget Committee

The Sullivan County Management & Budget Committee will review monthly reports from several county divisions and hear public comment. It will then consider a series of resolutions, including a mortgage tax apportionment, contracts for fiber and hiring services, a budget modification, fund‑balance changes, a training services amendment, and an audit services agreement.

• Apportion the 3rd Quarter Mortgage Tax (Resolution ID‑6858)
• Authorize renewal service order contract with FirstLight Fiber, Inc. (Resolution ID‑6848)
• Authorize order form with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. d/b/a “NeoGov” (Resolution ID‑6849)
• Modify the 2024 Budget (Resolution ID‑6855)
• Authorize agreement with Drescher & Malecki, LLP for county‑wide auditing services (Resolution ID‑6860)

The Management & Budget Committee voted unanimously to recommend seven resolutions to the County Legislature for its October 24, 2024 meeting. These include apportioning the 3rd quarter mortgage tax, renewing a service contract with FirstLight Fiber, ordering services from NEOGOV, modifying the 2024 budget, amending fund balances, modifying a prior resolution for state aid training services, and authorizing an agreement with Drescher & Malecki for auditing services. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Recommended apportioning 3rd quarter mortgage tax (5-0)
• Recommended renewal service order contract with FirstLight Fiber, Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended order form with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. (NEOGOV) (5-0)
• Recommended modification of 2024 budget (5-0)
• Recommended amendment and creation of various fund balances (5-0)
• Recommended modification of Resolution 505-22 for training/education/review services (5-0)
• Recommended agreement with Drescher & Malecki, LLP for auditing services (5-0)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will discuss reports from various county bureaus and vote on authorizing agreements for emergency services subscriptions, a public safety communications facility, and EMS crew sharing. The committee will also set a public hearing date for November 21, 2024.

• Authorize subscription agreement with Emergency Services Marketing Corp. Inc.
• Authorize pursuit of lead agency status for public safety communications facility
• Authorize agreements with EMS agencies for crew sharing and assist calls
• Set public hearing for November 21, 2024 regarding cannabis
• Reports from Division of Public Safety, Fire Bureau, E-911/EMS, and Sheriff

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee voted 5-0 to carry four resolutions to the full County Legislature meeting on 10/24/2024. These included authorizing the County Manager to enter a subscription agreement with Emergency Services Marketing Corp. Inc. for the iamresponding system, authorizing Sullivan County to pursue lead agency status for the SEQRA process for a proposed public safety communications facility project, and authorizing the County Manager to execute agreements with EMS agencies for crew sharing and EMS assist calls. The committee also voted to set a public hearing for November 21, 2024 at 10:10AM regarding cannabis. The meeting included departmental updates and no public comment.

• Advanced resolution to authorize County Manager to enter iamresponding subscription agreement with Emergency Services Marketing Corp. Inc. (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize Sullivan County to pursue SEQRA lead agency status for proposed public safety communications facility (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize County Manager to execute EMS crew sharing and assist call agreements (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to set public hearing for November 21, 2024 at 10:10AM on cannabis (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee is deciding on several infrastructure agreements, including funding for bridge replacements and snow removal contracts. Members will also consider amendments to solid waste management rules and fees effective January 1, 2025.

• Funding agreements with NYSDOT for replacement of County Bridges 82, 51, and 283
• Amendments to Sullivan County Solid Waste Management Rules and fees effective January 1, 2025
• 3-year contract with Towns for snow and ice removal on County Roads
• Contract extension for Household Hazardous Waste events for 2025-2028
• Public hearing for the lease of Hangar 4 - Bay 7 and Hangar 6 - Bay 13 at SCIA

The Sullivan County Public Works Committee voted 7-0 to advance all 12 resolutions on its agenda to the County Legislature meeting on 10/24/2024. These include authorizations for bridge replacements, a hazardous waste contract extension, snow and ice removal contracts, and solid waste fee amendments. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Advanced resolution to authorize utility work agreements for County Bridge 82 replacement (7-0)
• Advanced resolution to extend Household Hazardous Waste contract for 2025-2028 events (7-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize agreement with McFarland Johnson for FAA Categorical Exclusion at SCIA (7-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize agreement with H. Osterhoudt Excavating for concrete grinding (7-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize 3-year snow and ice removal contracts with towns (7-0)
• Advanced resolutions to authorize NYSDOT 95% funding agreements for Bridges 51, 283, and 82 (7-0)
• Advanced resolution to amend Solid Waste Management Rules and fees effective January 2025 (7-0)
• Advanced resolution to schedule public hearing for hangar leases at SCIA (7-0)

Health & Human Services

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee will review the October monthly report and discuss a CPS review. It will consider several resolutions, including modifying a contract with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. for specialized financial services, authorizing agreements for HEAP assistance, increasing fees for HEAP agencies, accepting shelter arrears funding, creating a Family Services Case Manager, and applying for a Rural Health Network Development Grant.

• Modify contract with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. for Specialized Financial Services
• Authorize County Manager to execute agreement between DSS and OFA for HEAP assistance
• Increase fees for agencies assisting with County HEAP applications (modify resolution 415-23)
• Accept Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment Program Funding
• Apply for and accept Rural Health Network Development Grant from NYSDOH

The Health and Human Services Committee voted 4-0 to recommend seven resolutions to the County Legislature for approval at its October 24 meeting. The resolutions cover contract modifications, HEAP assistance, shelter funding, preventive services, a new case manager position, and a rural health grant. No final decisions were made; all items are pending full Legislature action.

• Recommended contract modification with CCSI for specialized financial services (4-0)
• Recommended agreement between DSS and OFA for HEAP assistance (4-0)
• Recommended fee increase for agencies assisting with HEAP applications (4-0)
• Recommended acceptance of Shelter Arrears Eviction Forestallment Program funding (4-0)
• Recommended agreement for preventive services (4-0)
• Recommended creation of Family Services Case Manager in DSS (4-0)
• Recommended application for NYSDOH Rural Health Network Development Grant (4-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider several items, including a decision on bids from the second real property tax auction. It will also address amendments to existing resolutions, personnel positions, and salary settings. A public hearing is scheduled to amend Local Law 2 of 2022.

• Amend Resolution No. 486-24 to include an IRS Regulation for the Guide for Reimbursement of Employees
• Accept/Reject bids from the 2nd Real Property Tax Auction
• Create a part-time Chief of Patrol and Internal Affairs Position
• Reject one bid at the September 2024 Auction
• Set salary of Assistant County Attorney positions in the County Attorney’s Office

The Sullivan County Legislature held a special meeting and unanimously adopted all seven resolutions on the agenda, including amendments to travel policy and funding language, bid acceptance/rejection for property tax auctions, creation of a part-time Chief Deputy-Patrol Division/Internal Affairs position, setting salaries for Assistant County Attorneys, and scheduling a public hearing to amend Local Law 2 of 2022. All votes were unanimous with all nine legislators present voting aye.

• Adopted Resolution 490-24 amending travel policy to include IRS regulation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 491-24 accepting/rejecting bids from 2nd Real Property Tax Auction (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 492-24 creating part-time Chief Deputy-Patrol Division/Internal Affairs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 493-24 rejecting one bid at September 2024 Auction (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 494-24 setting salary for Assistant County Attorney positions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 495-24 modifying Resolution 441-24 funding language (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 496-24 setting public hearing for 10/10/24 to amend Local Law 2 of 2022 (unanimous)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will meet to receive reports from the Purchasing & Central Services, County Clerk, Board of Elections, Sullivan County Community College, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions are scheduled for discussion.

• Purchasing & Central Services report
• Board of Elections report
• SCCC report
• Cornell Cooperative Extension report
• No resolutions scheduled

The Government Services Committee met and received reports from several departments, including Purchasing, County Clerk, Board of Elections, SCCC, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. Discussion focused on correctional officer retention and mandatory overtime funding, as well as options for opting out of election mailings and robocalls. No resolutions were considered or voted on; the meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No resolutions were considered or voted on
• Received Purchasing & Central Services report (ID-6790)
• Received County Clerk update
• Received Board of Elections report (ID-6842)
• Received SCCC update
• Received Cornell Cooperative Extension update

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding land use and funding. The body will discuss property acquisition in the Town of Mamakating and the environmental review process for Callicoon Riverside Park.

• Purchase of property in the Town of Mamakating adjacent to the D&H Interpretive Center
• Pursuing LEAD Agency status for the proposed development of Callicoon Riverside Park
• 2024-2025 State Aid allocation for Youth Development programs
• Agreement with Friend of the Upper Delaware River for EPA Change Grant administration
• FY2024 financial support for the Sullivan County Land Bank

The Planning and Community Resources Committee voted 5-0 to advance five resolutions to the County Legislature for its October 24, 2024 meeting. These include youth development funding, a property purchase in Mamakating, pursuing LEAD agency status for a Callicoon park, an agreement with Friends of the Upper Delaware River, and financial support for the Land Bank. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included updates from the Planning and Community Resources divisions and the Land Bank.

• Approved 2024-2025 youth development funding allocation (5-0)
• Authorized letter of intent and contract of sale for property in Mamakating (5-0)
• Authorized pursuit of LEAD agency status for Callicoon Riverside Park SEQRA (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Friends of the Upper Delaware River for EPA Change Grant administration (5-0)
• Authorized financial support to Sullivan County Land Bank for FY2024 (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review monthly reports from the Division of Community Resources, IDA, and Visitor's Association. The body is scheduled to vote on authorizing an I Love New York funding application.

• Resolution to authorize I Love New York funding application

The Economic Development Committee voted to carry Resolution ID-6831, authorizing the I Love New York funding application, to the County Legislature meeting on 10/24/2024. The motion passed unanimously with four ayes and one absence. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted primarily of reports from county departments and organizations.

• Authorized I Love New York funding application (ID-6831) to be carried to County Legislature (4-0, 1 absent)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will hold a public hearing on a proposed local law related to housing. The hearing is announced in Housing Public Hearing Notice ID-6846. The agenda includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and reading of the notice before public comment.

• Public Hearing on Housing Proposed Local Law (Notice ID-6846)
• Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
• Roll Call of Legislators
• Reading of Public Hearing Notice
• Public Comment

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on a proposed local law regarding affordable housing. Four residents made public comments, and the hearing was closed without any vote or decision on the law itself.

• Public hearing on affordable housing proposed local law closed (motion by Perrello, seconded by Scott)

Veterans Committee

The Veterans Committee will meet to hear reports from the Veterans Service Agency and various Veterans Service Organizations. No resolutions are scheduled for a vote during this meeting.

• Veterans Service Agency Director's Report ID-6826
• Commander's Reports from Veterans Service Organizations

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee met on October 10, 2024, to hear reports from veterans' service organizations and the Veterans Service Agency, and presented an appreciation award to Veterans' Service Director Stephen Walsh. The committee considered no resolutions and took no substantive legislative actions before adjourning.

• Presented an appreciation award to Veterans' Service Director Stephen Walsh
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:04 PM

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee is holding a special meeting focused on housing. The body will hear a presentation from Adam Bosch of Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress and consider a resolution to schedule a public hearing for a local law designating affordable housing.

• Presentation on housing by Adam Bosch, Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress
• Resolution to set a public hearing for local law designating affordable housing ID-6780

The Planning and Community Resources Committee held a special meeting featuring a housing presentation by Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress. The committee voted unanimously to carry a resolution to the County Legislature setting a public hearing for a local law designating affordable housing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Set public hearing for local law designating affordable housing, carried to Legislature (5-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will vote on various contracts, budget modifications, and local laws. Key items include airport infrastructure spending, public health appointments, and a proposed law regarding ethics violations.

• Contract change order with Holt Construction Corporation for $381,197.80 for the Airport Terminal Project
• Proposed local law to amend the Sullivan County Administrative Code regarding ethics violations and advisory opinions
• Public hearing scheduling for the lease of Hangar 4 - Bay 7 at Sullivan County International Airport to Edward Herling
• Request for $100,000 from Friends of the Upper Delaware for the Neversink Crossing project in Fallsburg
• Public hearing scheduling for a local law designating affordable housing

The Sullivan County Legislature approved all 50 resolutions on the agenda, covering contracts, budget modifications, appointments, and policy updates. Notable actions include a $381,197.80 contract change order for the airport terminal project, a market feasibility study for a conference center, and a public hearing for an affordable housing local law. All votes were unanimous (8-0) with Chairman Nadia Rajsz absent, except for one resolution where Legislator Brian McPhillips abstained.

• Approved $381,197.80 contract change order with Holt Construction for Airport Terminal Project (8-0)
• Authorized contract with SCVA for conference center market and feasibility study (8-0)
• Set public hearing for local law designating affordable housing (8-0)
• Approved 2025 STOP DWI Plan and authorized County Manager to sign agreements (8-0)
• Authorized $100,000 funding request from Friends of the Upper Delaware for Neversink Crossing project (8-0)
• Approved amendments to 911 Standard Operating Guidelines (8-0)
• Adopted local law amendment regarding ethics violation investigations (8-0)
• Approved 2024 budget modification (8-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will convene a public hearing to discuss the proposed Ethics Law, specifically regarding the investigation of alleged violations and advisory opinions. The meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024, at 10:10 AM at the Government Center.

• Public Hearing on Ethics Law (ID-6785)
• Investigation of Alleged Violations (ID-6787)
• Advisory Opinions of the Ethics Law (ID-6787)

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on proposed changes to the local Ethics Law, with Assistant County Attorney Sharon Jankiewicz explaining the updates. One public comment was received. The hearing was closed without any vote or decision on the law itself.

• Public hearing on Ethics Law changes opened at 10:45 AM
• Public hearing on Ethics Law changes closed at 10:59 AM

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review several resolutions including a proposed local law to amend the Administrative Code regarding ethics violations. The body will also discuss personnel appointments and financial apportionments for 2025.

• Proposed Local Law to amend the Administrative Code regarding ethics violations and advisory opinions
• Approval of double time for Correction Officers at Sullivan County Jail (Sept 19, 2024 - March 19, 2025)
• Apportionment of the 2025 County Self-Insurance Plan
• Contract for the Election Infrastructure Grant
• Acceptance or rejection of bids from the September 2024 Real Property Auction

The Sullivan County Executive Committee voted 8-0 to table a resolution that would have approved double-time pay for Correction Officers working mandated overtime at the Sullivan County Jail from September 19, 2024 to March 19, 2025. Members cited the lack of a specific dollar amount, concerns about a 'blank check,' and potential impacts on other unions. The committee discussed alternatives, including a $100 volunteer bonus, and agreed to revisit the issue at a special meeting in early October.

• Tabled resolution to approve double time for Correction Officers' mandated overtime (8-0)
• Approved reappointments to the Public Health Professional Advisory Board (Enactment 475-24)
• Approved apportionment of the 2025 County Self-Insurance Plan (Enactment 476-24)
• Approved reappointment of Gerald J. Skoda to the Health Services Advisory Board (Enactment 477-24)
• Authorized the Election Infrastructure Grant Contract (Enactment 478-24)
• Approved modification of Resolution No. 440-23 (Enactment 479-24)
• Approved appointment of Leroy Cordero Floyd III to the Health Services Advisory Board (Enactment 480-24)
• Approved Legislative Discretionary Funding program (Enactment 481-24)

Health & Human Services

The committee is meeting to review the September 2024 monthly report from the Division of Health and Human Services. Members will consider resolutions regarding inmate opioid treatment funding and various service agreements.

• State Aid Funding for Sullivan County Jail MOUD/MAT treatment
• Contract modification for Lexington Center for Recovery, Inc.
• Agreements for Residential Respite Preventive Services
• Advance payments for a warming center provider
• Agreement between Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health for Home Visiting Program Preventive Services

The Health and Human Services Committee voted 4-0 to advance six resolutions to the County Legislature for its September 19, 2024 meeting. The resolutions include accepting state aid for opioid treatment at the jail, modifying a contract with Lexington Center for Recovery, accepting Walmart gift card donations, executing agreements for respite and home visiting services, and authorizing advance payments for a warming center. The committee also received updates from the Division of Health and Human Services, the Care Center at Sunset Lake, Sullivan 180, and Fearless, and heard public comments from Ken Walter and Lise Kennedy.

• Advanced state aid funding for jail opioid treatment (MOUD/MAT) to Legislature (4-0)
• Advanced contract modification with Lexington Center for Recovery to Legislature (4-0)
• Advanced acceptance of Walmart gift card donation to Legislature (4-0)
• Advanced agreements for Residential Respite Preventive Services to Legislature (4-0)
• Advanced authorization of advance payments for warming center provider to Legislature (4-0)
• Advanced Home Visiting Program Preventive Services agreement to Legislature (4-0)

Health & Human Services

The committee will discuss the Division of Health and Human Services September 2024 report. Members are considering resolutions regarding jail-based opioid treatment and various service provider agreements.

• State Aid Funding for Medications for Opioid Use Disorder/Medication Assisted Treatment (MOUD/MAT) at Sullivan County Jail
• Contract modification for Lexington Center for Recovery, Inc.
• Agreements for Residential Respite Preventive Services
• Advance payments to a warming center provider
• Agreement between Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health for Home Visiting Program Preventive Services

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee met and presented a proclamation declaring September 2024 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to the Bolduc family. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and recessed shortly after the presentation.

• Presented Childhood Cancer Awareness Month proclamation to Caitlin, Christopher, and Madelyn Bolduc

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review resolutions regarding airport leases and infrastructure contracts. The body is deciding on a contract change order for rock excavation and a lease for a hangar bay.

• Contract change order with Holt Construction Corporation for Airport Terminal Project in the amount of $381,197.80
• Public hearing for the lease of Hangar 4 - Bay 7 at Sullivan County International Airport to Edward Herling
• Agreement with NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for petroleum quality sampling
• Modification Agreement for Guide Rail Replacements on Various Co. Rds.
• Correction of contract start date for EMCOR Services Betlem HVAC maintenance

The Sullivan County Public Works Committee advanced five resolutions in a single block vote to the County Legislature meeting on September 19, 2024. The approved measures cover scheduling an airport hangar lease public hearing, modifying an HVAC maintenance contract start date, authorizing a petroleum quality sampling agreement, approving a contract change order for the airport terminal, and executing a guide rail contract modification.

• Advanced resolution to schedule public hearing for lease of Hangar 4 - Bay 7 at SCIA to Edward Herling (5-0)
• Advanced resolution modifying EMCOR Services Betlem HVAC contract start date to April 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Advanced resolution authorizing agreement with NYS Dept of Agriculture and Markets for petroleum quality sampling (5-0)
• Advanced resolution authorizing $381,197.80 change order with Holt Construction Corporation for Airport Terminal rock excavation (5-0)
• Advanced resolution authorizing modification agreement for guide rail replacements on various county roads (5-0)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will discuss adding GPS trackers to private ambulances. The body is deciding on amendments to 911 operating guidelines, coroner pay and autopsy resolutions, and the 2025 STOP DWI Plan.

• Amendments to Sections 600 and 605 of the Sullivan County 911 Standard Operating Guidelines
• Amendments to Resolution No. 463-19 (autopsies), Resolution #376-23 (removal services pay), and Resolution No. 290-18 (Coroner’s Pay)
• Agreement with DCJS for the ATI Program
• Approval of the 2025 STOP DWI Plan
• One time stipend for District Attorney’s Office Employees

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee voted 4-0 to advance eight resolutions to the County Legislature, including amendments to 911 guidelines, autopsy procedures, coroner's pay, and a STOP DWI plan. A resolution to approve double time for correction officers was moved to next week's Executive Committee. The meeting also included departmental updates and public comments.

• Approved amendments to Sections 600 and 605 of the 911 Standard Operating Guidelines (4-0, Enactment 440-24)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 463-19 regarding autopsies (4-0, Enactment 442-24)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 376-23 regarding rates of pay for removal services (4-0, Enactment 443-24)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 290-18 regarding Coroner's Pay (4-0, Enactment 444-24)
• Authorized agreement with DCJS for the ATI Program (4-0, Enactment 447-24)
• Approved 2025 STOP DWI Plan and authorized County Manager to sign agreements (4-0, Enactment 448-24)
• Assigned one-time stipend to District Attorney's Office Employees (4-0, Enactment 456-24)
• Created new Assigned Fund Balance for Probation Pre-Trial Release Enhancement funds (4-0, Enactment 465-24)

Management & Budget Committee

The committee will review reports from county financial and IT divisions and consider several resolutions. Key actions include budget modifications and the authorization of various service contracts.

• Resolution to modify the 2024 Budget (ID-6771)
• Expenditure of opioid settlement funds for the Sullivan County Drug Task Force
• Contract with Deckard Technologies, Inc. (ID-6745)
• Contract with BRIMS, LLC dba Beacon Solutions Group for billing services
• Rate increase and final payment for Matrixcare (ID-6764)

The Management & Budget Committee voted 4-0 to advance all 10 resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 9/19/2024. These include modifying the 2024 budget, apportioning mortgage tax, authorizing opioid settlement funds for the Drug Task Force, contracting with Deckard Technologies, distributing state funding to legal aid panels, authorizing Hurrell-Harring settlement payments, re-conveying properties, entering a nondisclosure agreement for ITS, authorizing a Matrixcare rate increase, and contracting with BRIMS LLC for billing services. No resolutions were denied or tabled.

• Advanced resolution to modify 2024 budget (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to apportion mortgage tax (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize opioid settlement funds for Drug Task Force (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize contract with Deckard Technologies, Inc. (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to distribute DCJS funding to Sullivan Legal Aid Panel and Conflict Legal Aid (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize Hurrell-Harring settlement payments (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to re-convey properties to former owners (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to authorize NDA for ITS, Matrixcare rate increase, and BRIMS contract (4-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee will consider two resolutions. The first proposes to abolish the Fiscal Administrative Officer position in the Department of Community Services. The second urges increased wages and policy reforms for Direct Care and Home Care Professionals statewide. No other agenda items are listed.

• Resolution to abolish the Fiscal Administrative Officer (FAO) position in the Department of Community Services (ID-6762)
• Resolution advocating for increased wages and policy reforms for Direct Care and Home Care Professionals in New York State (ID-6769)

The Human Resources Committee voted 5-0 to advance two resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 9/19/2024. The first resolution abolishes the Fiscal Administrative Officer position in the Department of Community Services. The second advocates for increased wages and policy reforms for Direct Care and Home Care Professionals in New York State. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Advanced resolution to abolish FAO position in Dept. of Community Services to Legislature (5-0)
• Advanced resolution advocating for Direct Care and Home Care wage increases to Legislature (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Sullivan County Economic Development Committee will consider a resolution to authorize a contract with the Sullivan County Visitors Association (SCVA) for a market and feasibility study on building a conference center. The meeting will also receive reports from local economic development and tourism groups.

• Authorize contract with SCVA for conference center feasibility study (ID-6713)
• Division of Community Resources to present 2024 Economic Development September Report (ID-6719)
• IDA to present August 2024 Activity Report (ID-6744)
• Visitor's Association to present updated EDC report (ID-6747)

The Sullivan County Economic Development Committee voted to advance a resolution authorizing a contract with the Sullivan County Visitors Association (SCVA) to conduct a market and feasibility study on the viability of a conference center in the county. The motion passed 4-0 and will be carried to the County Legislature meeting on September 19, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made; other agenda items were informational updates only.

• Advanced resolution authorizing SCVA conference center feasibility study to County Legislature (4-0)

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will review recent planning and community reports and hear a presentation on the Neversink Watershed Management Plan. It will consider three resolutions: modifying a prior resolution, requesting $100,000 from Friends of the Upper Delaware to offset local costs for the Neversink Crossing project in the Town of Fallsburg, and authorizing an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP grant application for 2025‑2028.

• Modify Resolution 293-24 adopted June 20, 2024
• Seek $100,000 funding from Friends of the Upper Delaware for the Neversink Crossing project in the Town of Fallsburg
• Authorize application for a 2025‑2028 AmeriCorps Seniors Retired Senior Volunteer (RSVP) grant and accept award if granted
• Presentation of the Neversink Watershed Management Plan by Friends of the Upper Delaware

The Planning and Community Resources Committee met on September 5, 2024, and voted to carry three resolutions to the full County Legislature for its September 19 meeting. These include modifying Resolution 293-24, seeking $100,000 from Friends of the Upper Delaware for the Neversink Crossing project, and authorizing an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP grant application. All three resolutions passed unanimously with four ayes and one absence.

• Carried modification of Resolution 293-24 to County Legislature (4-0, Perrello absent)
• Carried resolution to seek $100,000 from Friends of the Upper Delaware for Neversink Crossing (4-0, Perrello absent)
• Carried resolution to authorize AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP grant application (4-0, Perrello absent)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will convene to receive reports from the County Clerk, Board of Elections, SCCC, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. The agenda includes a review of Purchasing & Central Services for September 2024. No resolutions are scheduled for discussion.

• Review of Purchasing & Central Services report (ID-6738)
• Reports from County Clerk and Board of Elections
• Reports from SCCC and Cornell Cooperative Extension
• Meeting at Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello

The Sullivan County Government Services Committee received reports and updates from various county departments and organizations, including Sullivan County Community College and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions were presented or voted upon during the meeting. The committee adjourned following public comments.

• Adjourned the meeting at 11:21 AM

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding Proposed Local Law ID-6732. This proposal concerns the amendment of legislative terms of office to establish staggered terms.

• Public hearing on Proposed Local Law ID-6732 regarding staggered terms
• Resolution to set public hearing for staggered terms
• Discussion on amending legislative term of office

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on a proposed local law (ID-6732) to stagger legislative terms. Legislators and two members of the public commented, but no vote or decision was made at the hearing, which was adjourned at 9:46 AM.

• Public hearing on staggered terms (ID-6732) opened and closed without a vote
• Hearing adjourned at 9:46 AM

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider amending Resolution #291-23 to enter a contract with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services for grant funding. A public hearing will be authorized on an unspecified matter. A local law to change staggered legislative terms will also be considered.

• Amend Resolution #291-23 to contract with NYS Office of Children and Family Services for grant monies
• Authorize a public hearing (ID-6708)
• Enact local law to modify staggered terms for legislators (ID-6717)

The Sullivan County Legislature held a special meeting on September 5, 2024. They approved a resolution to amend a prior contract with the NYS Office of Children and Family Services to accept grant monies, and authorized a public hearing. A proposed local law to enact staggered terms for the Legislature failed by a 3-6 roll call vote. The meeting included an executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved amendment to Resolution #291-23 and contract with NYS OCFS for grant monies (Enactment No. 437-24, unanimous)
• Authorized a public hearing (Enactment No. 438-24, unanimous)
• Failed proposed local law on staggered terms for Legislature (3-6 roll call vote)
• Held executive session on pending litigation (9-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature is holding a public hearing to discuss amending the County's Installment Agreement. The meeting focuses on Law ID-6699.

• Public hearing on Law ID-6699 regarding the County's Installment Agreement

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on a proposed local law amending the County's Installment Agreement. No public comments were made, and the hearing was closed. No vote or decision was taken during the hearing.

• Closed public hearing on amending the County's Installment Agreement (no vote recorded)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will hold a public hearing to consider amending the county's sale of real property under tax law. The meeting will include a roll call, reading of the public hearing notice, and review of repurchase-related documents (ID-6700).

• Public hearing on amending the county's sale of real property tax law
• Review of repurchase PH notice and redline law (ID-6700)
• Final repurchase redline and clean copy discussion

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on a proposed local law amending the county's sale of real property tax law, specifically regarding a repurchase agreement. County Treasurer Nancy Buck spoke about the repurchase agreement, and no public comments were received. The hearing was closed without any vote or decision being taken.

• Public hearing on amending real property tax law opened at 11:37 AM
• Public hearing on amending real property tax law closed at 11:42 AM

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will hold a public hearing on amendments to the county’s ethics law. The meeting is led by Chairman Nadia Rajsz and includes a roll call, reading of the public hearing notice, and opportunity for public comment before adjournment.

• Public hearing on Ethics Law amendments (ID-6698)
• Ethics resolution and redline law document (ID-6697) reviewed

The County Legislature convened a public hearing to consider amending the Ethics Law. Public comments were heard, including explanations of the amendment and concerns raised by a legislator. No vote or decision was made during the hearing; it was closed after comments.

• Public hearing on Ethics Law amendment opened and closed (no vote taken)

County Legislature

The County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the 2024‑2025 budget for Sullivan County Community College. Legislators will review the budget overview and consider public comments. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on SCCC 2024‑2025 budget

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on the SUNY Sullivan 2024-2025 budget. College officials presented the budget and answered questions about enrollment, housing, athletics, and programs. No formal action was taken; the hearing was closed after public comment.

• Public hearing on SCCC 2024-2025 budget held and closed (no vote)
• No formal decisions made during the hearing

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to vote on several local laws and administrative appointments. The body will consider the 2024-2025 Sullivan County Community College budget and establish new lease costs for box hangars at the Sullivan County International Airport.

• Adoption of the 2024-2025 Sullivan County Community College Budget
• Establishment of square foot lease costs for box hangars at Sullivan County International Airport
• Proposed local laws regarding ethics violations, installment agreements, and sale of real property
• Creation of a part-time Rabies Control Officer position in the Division of Public Safety
• Public hearing on October 23, 2024, for the Office for the Aging County Annual Plan

The Sullivan County Executive Committee voted unanimously to advance all 20 resolutions on its agenda to the full County Legislature meeting on August 15, 2024. Actions include appointing Joseph Perrello to the IDA Board, modifying contracts, establishing airport hangar lease costs, creating new positions, and setting public hearings. One resolution (airport hangar lease cost) passed with a split vote of 6-3.

• Appointed Joseph Perrello to the IDA Board (unanimous, Enactment 417-24)
• Modified contract with Catholic Charities for one-time state aid payment for repairs (unanimous, Enactment 418-24)
• Amended Indigent Burial Program resolution #204-24 (unanimous, Enactment 419-24)
• Issued Negative Declaration for adding parcels to Agricultural Districts (unanimous, Enactment 420-24)
• Included viable Agricultural Land in existing Certified Agricultural District (unanimous, Enactment 421-24)
• Established square foot lease cost for box hangars at Sullivan County International Airport (6-3, Enactment 423-24)
• Created part-time Rabies Control Officer position (unanimous, Enactment 429-24)
• Created Commissioner of Management and Budget position and confirmed Anna-Marie Novello (unanimous, Enactment 430-24)

County Legislature

The County Legislature will consider several local laws, including updates to real property sale and installment agreement laws. The body is also deciding on the community college budget and various appointments to county boards.

• Adopt the 2024-2025 Sullivan County Community College Budget
• Agreement with McFarland Johnson for a 5,000-gallon Jet-A fuel containment area at the International Airport
• Increase in contract value by $5,000 for McFarland Johnson on-call services
• Proposed local laws regarding ethics violations, installment agreements, and sale of real property
• Public hearing scheduled for October 23, 2024, regarding the Office for the Aging County Annual Plan

The Sullivan County Legislature approved 43 resolutions, including adopting the 2024-2025 Community College Budget (8-1) and creating the Commissioner of Management and Budget position, confirming Anna-Marie Novello. It also enacted local laws amending installment agreement and real property sale laws, and authorized a MOA with the Sheriff and CSEA for hiring correction officers (9-0). All other resolutions were approved, mostly unanimously, with a few opposed votes noted.

• Adopted 2024-2025 Sullivan County Community College Budget (8-1)
• Created Commissioner of Management and Budget position, confirmed Anna-Marie Novello
• Enacted Local Law amending County's Installment Agreement Law (9-0)
• Enacted Local Law amending County's Sale of Real Property Law (9-0)
• Authorized MOA with Sheriff and CSEA for hiring Correction Officers (9-0)
• Established square foot lease cost for box hangars at SCIA (opposed by Bernardo, Salomone)
• Appointed James Galligan to Sunset Lake LDC (6-3)
• Appointed Joseph Perrello to IDA Board (Perrello abstained)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will consider a resolution to authorize PCG and Staffing Solutions Organization, LLC to administer the Fellowship Program (Resolution ID-6683). The meeting also includes routine items such as a call to order, roll call of legislators, and reading of a special meeting notice (ID-6685). No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution ID-6683: Authorize PCG and Staffing Solutions Organization, LLC to administer the Fellowship Program

The Sullivan County Legislature held a special meeting on August 8, 2024, and approved a resolution authorizing PCG and Staffing Solutions Organization, LLC to administer the Fellowship Program. The motion carried with six ayes and three absences; no votes were opposed. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 10:04 AM.

• Authorized PCG and Staffing Solutions Organization, LLC to administer Fellowship Program (6-0, 3 absent)

Human Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee will meet at the Government Center to discuss reports from the Division of Human Resources. No resolutions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Committee members: Amanda Ward, Luis Alvarez, Brian McPhillips, Catherine Scott, Joseph Perrello
• Meeting location: Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello
• Meeting time: 8:30 AM on Thursday, August 8, 2024
• No resolutions are scheduled for this meeting

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee met on August 8, 2024, and took no formal actions. The meeting included a report from the Division of Human Resources commissioner, public comments from two residents, and adjournment. No resolutions were considered or voted on.

• No resolutions were considered or adopted

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will review reports from county emergency and law enforcement agencies. The body is deciding on a resolution to oppose a proposed OSHA standard and an agreement regarding a hazardous materials grant.

• Resolution to oppose OSHA’s Emergency Response Standard (ID-6621)
• Inter-Municipal Agreement with Orange County for FY2023 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant (ID-6638)

The Public Safety Committee voted to advance two resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 8/15/2024: one opposing OSHA's Emergency Response Standard as currently proposed, and one authorizing the County Manager to enter an inter-municipal agreement with Orange County for Sullivan County's portion of the FY2023 HMEP grant. Both motions carried 4-0, with District 1 Legislator McPhillips absent. The meeting also included updates from various public safety departments and public comments.

• Advanced resolution opposing OSHA's Emergency Response Standard as proposed (4-0)
• Advanced resolution authorizing County Manager to enter HMEP grant agreement with Orange County (4-0)

Public Works Committee

The Sullivan County Public Works Committee will decide on four resolutions including authorizing a fuel truck storage area at the Sullivan County International Airport and extending a contract for miscellaneous services. The meeting will also receive the Division of Public Works monthly report and allow public comment.

• Authorize design agreement with McFarland Johnson for 5,000-gallon Jet-A fuel truck storage area at Sullivan County International Airport
• Extend Task Order Number 2 with McFarland Johnson by $5,000 through December 31, 2024
• Approve crane rental services with operator via bid B-24-35
• Create short list of architectural and engineering firms for future DPW building projects

The Public Works Committee voted 6-0 to advance four resolutions to the County Legislature for the August 15, 2024 meeting. These include creating a short list of architectural/engineering firms, authorizing a design agreement with McFarland Johnson for a fuel truck storage area at the airport, extending a task order with McFarland Johnson with a $5,000 increase, and authorizing a crane rental agreement. All resolutions were carried with no opposition.

• Advanced resolution to create short list of design firms for building projects (6-0)
• Advanced agreement with McFarland Johnson for airport fuel truck storage area design (6-0)
• Advanced extension of McFarland Johnson task order with $5,000 increase (6-0)
• Advanced crane rental services agreement per bid B-24-35 (6-0)

Management & Budget Committee

The Management & Budget Committee will review monthly reports and vote on correcting tax rolls for multiple towns, including Liberty and Thompson, and authorize a master license agreement with CarePort Health. The committee will also discuss modifying the 2024 budget.

• Rescind Resolution No. 282-24 and Amend Resolution No. 325-24
• Authorize Master License and Services Agreement with CarePort Health, LLC
• Modify the 2024 Budget
• Correct 2024 tax rolls for Towns of Liberty, Thompson, Fallsburg, Bethel, and Mamakating

The Management & Budget Committee voted to carry all 12 resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 8/15/2024. These include rescinding and amending a prior resolution, correcting 2024 tax rolls for multiple towns, authorizing a master license and services agreement with Careport Health, LLC, and modifying the 2024 budget. All resolutions passed with 4-0 votes (Vice Chairman Matt McPhillips absent).

• Carried Resolution to rescind No. 282-24 and amend No. 325-24 (4-0, Enactment 398-24)
• Carried 9 resolutions to correct 2024 tax rolls for towns of Liberty, Thompson, Fallsburg, Bethel, and Mamakating (4-0 each, Enactments 406-414-24)
• Carried Resolution to authorize master license and services agreement with Careport Health, LLC (4-0, Enactment 415-24)
• Carried Resolution to modify the 2024 budget (4-0, Enactment 416-24)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is holding a special meeting to discuss a proposition regarding staggered terms. This item will appear on the November 5th ballot.

• Discussion of Staggered Terms Proposition for the November 5th ballot

The County Legislature held a special meeting to discuss a ballot proposition regarding staggered terms. No formal votes were taken and no legislative actions were decided.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will receive reports from the Division of Community Resources, Visitor's Association, and IDA, and will discuss a contract modification with the Sullivan County Visitor’s Association.

• Workforce Development Report for June 2024
• Visitor's Association August 2024 Report
• IDA Activity Report for July 2024
• Contract modification with Sullivan County Visitor’s Association
• Public Comment period

The Sullivan County Economic Development Committee met on August 1, 2024, and received reports from the Division of Community Resources, Visitor's Association, IDA, Partnership for Economic Development, and Chamber of Commerce. One resolution, authorizing a contract modification with the Sullivan County Visitor's Association, was listed but not considered or voted on. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 10:57 AM.

• No resolutions voted on; contract modification with Visitor's Association not considered
• Received reports from Division of Community Resources, Visitor's Association, IDA, Partnership, and Chamber of Commerce

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will discuss the 2024-2025 Annual Plan update and authorize funding for project-specific design scopes for parks and museums. The meeting agenda is procedural.

• Authorize 2024-2025 Annual Plan update
• Authorize modification of June 2024 resolution
• Authorize funding for park design scopes
• Receive monthly reports from Planning and Community Resources
• Receive 2024 PandCR August Report

The Planning and Community Resources Committee voted to advance three resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 8/15/2024. These include authorizing the County Manager to sign the 2024-2025 annual plan update to the 2024-2028 four-year plan, modifying Resolution 293-24, and authorizing funding for design and engineering scopes of services for parks and museums. All resolutions passed with a 3-0 vote, with two members absent.

• Advanced resolution to authorize County Manager to sign 2024-2025 annual plan update (3-0, Enactment 397-24)
• Advanced resolution to modify Resolution 293-24 (3-0, Enactment 399-24)
• Advanced resolution to authorize funding for design and engineering scopes of services for parks and museums (3-0, Enactment 400-24)

Veterans Committee

The Veterans Committee will convene to hear reports from Veterans Service Organizations and the Veterans Service Agency Director. The meeting is scheduled for 11:00 AM on August 1, 2024, at the Government Center in Monticello.

• Opening remarks by Chairman Luis Alvarez
• Commander's reports from Veterans Service Organizations
• Veterans Service Agency Director's Report
• Public comment period

The Sullivan County Veterans Committee met on August 1, 2024, with Vice Chair Salomone presiding. The committee received updates from Veterans Service Director Stephen Walsh and commanders from various veterans service organizations, and observed a moment of silence for recently deceased veterans. No resolutions were considered, and the meeting adjourned without any formal votes or decisions.

• No resolutions were presented or voted on
• Meeting adjourned at 11:29 AM

Government Services Committee

The Sullivan County Government Services Committee will meet at 9:00 AM on August 1, 2024 at the Government Center. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and reports from Purchasing and Central Services (ID‑6628), the County Clerk, the Board of Elections, Sullivan County Community College, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. Public comment will be heard, and no resolutions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Report from Purchasing and Central Services (ID‑6628)
• Report from County Clerk
• Report from Board of Elections
• Report from Sullivan County Community College
• Report from Cornell Cooperative Extension

The Government Services Committee met and received reports from Sullivan County Community College, the County Clerk, Purchasing, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. No resolutions were considered or voted on, and the meeting adjourned after public comment.

• No resolutions were voted on

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding agricultural districts. The session includes a reading of Public Hearing Notice ID-6639.

• Public hearing on Ag Districts (Notice ID-6639)

The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing on the Agricultural Districts for District 1 and District 4. No formal decisions were made; the hearing was informational, with an overview by Melinda Meddaugh and one public comment from Chris Lesser. The hearing was closed without any action taken.

• Public hearing on Ag Districts opened and closed (no vote)
• No substantive decisions made during the hearing

County Legislature

The County Legislature will discuss various administrative resolutions, including budget hearings and contract authorizations. Key items include funding for infrastructure projects and adjustments to election worker pay.

• Commitment of approximately $550,000 to cover the funding gap for the Neversink Crossing project
• Increase in 2024 Presidential Election Inspector pay from $300 to $400 per day
• Modification agreement with Passero Associates for airport fuel farm engineering not to exceed $40,000
• Sale of real property on Bushnell Avenue, Monticello
• Public hearing for the SCCC 2024-2025 Budget

The Sullivan County Legislature met on July 25, 2024, and approved a large slate of resolutions, including funding to cover a $550,000 gap for the Neversink Crossing project, a new contract for election results reporting, and a resolution opposing OSHA's proposed Emergency Response Standard. The board also tabled a resolution to appoint Barbara McKenny to the Sunset Lake Local Development Corporation after a motion to overturn a procedural hold failed. All other resolutions were approved, mostly by unanimous votes.

• Approved $550K to cover Neversink Crossing funding gap (9-0)
• Approved 1-year agreement with Enhanced Voting, LLC for election results (9-0)
• Approved resolution opposing OSHA's Emergency Response Standard (9-0)
• Approved contract with Sullivan County Paving for Bridge 5 project (9-0)
• Approved modification to extend Authentic Communication Matters contract, corrected to $150K (9-0)
• Tabled appointment of Barbara McKenny to Sunset Lake LDC (9-0)
• Approved sale of real property on Bushnell Avenue, Monticello (6-1, Ward opposed)
• Approved 2024 Election Inspector pay increase to $400/day (9-0)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding county funding, personnel policies, and land repurchases. The body is also scheduling public hearings for amendments to the Ethics Law and real property and installment agreement laws.

• Commitment of approximately $550,000 to cover the funding gap for the Neversink Crossing project
• Authorization for former owners to repurchase tax-foreclosed parcels for the sum of delinquent taxes, interest, and penalties
• Adoption of the Strategic Plan for Sullivan County for 2025 and 2026
• Public hearings set for August 15, 2024, regarding the Ethics Law, Installment Agreement Law, and sale of real property law
• Establishment of a reporting criminal charges and criminal convictions policy

The Sullivan County Executive Committee voted to carry 20 resolutions to the full Legislature, including amendments to legislative rules, a strategic plan for 2025-2026, and funding for the Neversink Crossing project. A resolution to establish a reporting criminal charges and convictions policy was denied 1-8. One resolution was referred back to the Management & Budget Committee, and another was postponed to the next Executive Committee meeting.

• Amend Rules of the Legislature carried to full Legislature (9-0)
• Reporting Criminal Charges and Convictions Policy denied (1-8)
• Legislative Discretionary Funding program carried (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Adult Care Center bonus payment extension carried (9-0)
• Adopt Strategic Plan for 2025-2026 carried (9-0)
• Set public hearing for Ethics Law amendment carried (9-0)
• Authorize former owners to repurchase tax-foreclosed parcels carried (9-0)
• Commit funds to cover Neversink Crossing funding gap carried (9-0)

Health & Human Services

The Sullivan County Health & Human Services Committee will discuss three resolutions: amending Resolution No. 445-21, renewing existing contracts for personal care and home health aides, and appointing one member to the Community Services Board. The meeting also includes a presentation by EverGreen Meadow Academy and a monthly departmental report. Public comment will be taken before the resolutions are voted on.

• Amendment to Resolution No. 445-21
• Renewal of existing contracts for personal care and home health aides
• Appointment of one member to the Community Services Board
• Presentation by EverGreen Meadow Academy
• Monthly Health & Human Services report

The Health and Human Services Committee voted 4-0 to advance three resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 7/25/2024: amending Resolution No. 445-21, renewing contracts for personal care and home health aides, and appointing/reappointing two members to the Community Services Board. The committee also heard a presentation from EverGreen Meadow Academy and received updates from the Division of Health and Human Services. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Advanced resolution to amend Resolution No. 445-21 (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to renew personal care and home health aide contracts (4-0)
• Advanced resolution to appoint one and reappoint one to Community Services Board (4-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee is considering several resolutions to authorize construction and engineering agreements for county bridges and the Sullivan County International Airport. The body will also discuss a waste-to-energy facility request and the sale of real property in Monticello.

• Modification Agreement with Passero Associates for airport fuel farm engineering design not to exceed $40,000.00
• Agreement with Sullivan County Paving and Construction, Inc. for Bridge 5 Maintenance Project
• Inter-Municipal Agreement with Orange County to share costs for removing County Bridge 233
• Sale of real property on Bushnell Avenue, Monticello
• Authorization for Request for Expressions of Interest for a Waste to Energy facility

The committee voted to carry 14 resolutions to the July 25 County Legislature meeting. These include agreements for bridge maintenance, airport fuel farm redesign, and the sale of property on Bushnell Avenue.

• Approved cost-sharing with Orange County for removal of County Bridge 233 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Fred A. Cook Jr. Inc. for wash bay cleaning and waste disposal (5-0)
• Approved construction inspection services with Fisher Associates for Bridge 5 (5-0)
• Approved modification agreement with Chianis Anderson Architects, PLLC (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Quality Forestry Management for wood/storm debris grinding (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Gary Gottlieb to the Airport Development Commission (5-0)
• Approved acting as Lead Agency for Housing Gateway Center funding application (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 modification with Passero Associates for airport fuel farm design (5-0)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Sullivan County Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee will meet to receive reports from divisions including the Sheriff, District Attorney, and Opioid Task Force. The committee will also discuss a resolution to provide one school resource officer to schools during the summer session.

• Resolution to provide one school resource officer to schools for summer session (ID-6580)
• Presentation on drugs and gangs by Deputy Anthony Skow
• Award presentation to Hatzolah
• CSEA President address

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee met to receive departmental updates and move two resolutions to the full County Legislature. The committee heard presentations regarding drugs and gangs, E-911, probation, and the Opioid Task Force. No other substantive legislative actions were taken.

• Advanced resolution for summer school resource officers to full legislature (4-0)
• Advanced resolution opposing proposed OSHA emergency standards to full legislature (4-0)
• Presented Certificate of Special Recognition to Hatzolah for 40th anniversary

Management & Budget Committee

The Sullivan County Management & Budget Committee will review routine reports from county offices and vote on several resolutions, including corrections to tax rolls for the Towns of Mamakating and Fallsburg and new agreements with Enhanced Voting, LLC, Cerifi, LLC, and Netsmart Technologies, Inc.

• Authorize 1-year agreement with Enhanced Voting, LLC for election results and reporting solution
• Correct 2024 tax roll for Town of Mamakating (Tax Map #6.-1-1)
• Correct 2022, 2023, and 2024 tax rolls for Town of Fallsburg (Tax Map #37.A-1-16)
• Authorize new software agreement with Cerifi, LLC for continuing legal education (CLE) and accreditation
• Amend master agreement with Netsmart Technologies, Inc. (ID #MA 1010924)

The Management & Budget Committee voted 4-0 to advance all 10 resolutions to the full County Legislature for the July 25 meeting. These include a new one-year agreement with Enhanced Voting LLC for election results and reporting, contracts with Bond Counsel and Fiscal Advisors, corrections to tax rolls in Mamakating and Fallsburg, a software agreement with Cerifi LLC, an amendment to the Netsmart Technologies master agreement, and a 2024 budget modification. No resolutions were denied or tabled; all were approved for referral.

• Authorized new 1-year agreement with Enhanced Voting LLC for election results and reporting (4-0)
• Authorized contract with Bond Counsel (4-0)
• Authorized contract with Fiscal Advisors and Marketing Inc. (4-0)
• Corrected 2024 tax roll for Town of Mamakating, tax map #6.-1-1 (4-0)
• Corrected 2022 tax roll for Town of Fallsburg, tax map #37.A-1-16 (4-0)
• Corrected 2023 tax roll for Town of Fallsburg, tax map #37.A-1-16 (4-0)
• Corrected 2024 tax roll for Town of Fallsburg, tax map #37.A-1-16 (4-0)
• Authorized new software agreement with Cerifi LLC for CLE and accreditation (4-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee will decide on several staffing resolutions, including creating new positions, abolishing others, and modifying contracts. They will also discuss adopting a Professional Boundaries Policy for county employees.

• Create a DPW Mechanics Position for BOCES Graduate
• Abolish one Automotive Equipment Attendant and create one Automotive Mechanic position in Public Works
• Authorize contract extension with Authentic Communication Matters for Leadership Development Training
• Abolish part-time Laundry Worker and create full-time Laundry Worker position
• Adopt Professional Boundaries Policy for county employees

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee voted to advance six resolutions to the full County Legislature for its July 25, 2024 meeting. These include creating a per-diem physical therapist position, converting an automotive equipment attendant to a mechanic, extending a leadership training contract, converting a part-time laundry worker to full-time, assigning a stipend to the Youth Internship Coordinator, and adopting a Professional Boundaries Policy. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent. The committee also discussed creating a DPW mechanic position for a BOCES graduate but took no action.

• Advanced creation of per-diem Physical Therapist position at Public Health (4-0)
• Advanced abolishing 1 Automotive Equipment Attendant and creating 1 Automotive Mechanic in Public Works (4-0)
• Advanced contract extension with Authentic Communication Matters for leadership training (4-0)
• Advanced abolishing 1 part-time Laundry Worker and creating 1 full-time Laundry Worker (4-0)
• Advanced $2,811 annual stipend for Youth Internship Coordinator covering Youth Services Manager duties (4-0)
• Advanced adoption of Professional Boundaries Policy (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review monthly reports from the Division of Community Resources, IDA, Visitors Association, and Partnership. No resolutions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Workforce Development Monthly Report (July 2024)
• IDA June 2024 Activity Report
• Visitors Association July Report
• Partnership Monthly Report for July

The committee heard updates from the Division of Community Resources, the Industrial Development Agency, the Visitor's Association, the Partnership for Economic Development, and the Chamber of Commerce. No resolutions were proposed or voted upon during the meeting.

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Planning and Community Resources Committee will review monthly reports and several resolutions. Proposed actions include modifying previous resolutions, executing a mass transit agreement with the NYSDOT, and reallocating Youth Bureau funding.

• Execution of a Federal Section 5311 Master Mass Transit Capital Project agreement with NYSDOT
• Modification of Resolution Number 197-24
• Modification of Resolution Number 452-23
• Reallocation of Youth Bureau funding

The Planning and Community Resources Committee met July 11, 2024 and moved five resolutions forward to the County Legislature's July 18 meeting, all by 5-0 votes. The resolutions cover modifications to prior resolutions, a NYSDOT mass transit capital agreement, and a reallocation of Youth Bureau funding. The committee also received monthly reports and heard three public comments before adjourning.

• Advanced resolution modifying Resolution 197-24 (Office for the Aging) to full Legislature (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6541 (Office for the Aging) to full Legislature (5-0)
• Advanced resolution authorizing a Federal Section 5311 Master Mass Transit Capital Project agreement with NYSDOT (5-0)
• Advanced resolution modifying Resolution 452-23 (Office for the Aging) to full Legislature (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to reallocate Youth Bureau funding to full Legislature (5-0)
• Adjourned at 10:50 AM

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee voted 5-0 to send a resolution setting a public hearing on the SUNY Sullivan 2024-2025 budget to the full County Legislature on July 18, 2024. It also voted 5-0 to advance a resolution raising Election Inspector pay from $300 to $400 per day, and half-day pay from $150 to $200, for the 2024 Presidential Election only. Both items were carried at committee and forwarded to the Legislature; the minutes do not record final adoption by the full Legislature. The committee also received updates from Purchasing, the County Clerk, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and new SUNY Sullivan President Dr. David Potash, and heard one public comment.

• Advanced resolution to set public hearing on SUNY Sullivan 2024-2025 budget to full Legislature (5-0)
• Advanced resolution raising Election Inspector pay to $400/day and half-day pay to $200 for 2024 Presidential Election only (5-0)
• Adjourned at 9:24 AM

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature adopted 45 resolutions at its June 20, 2024 meeting, including a modification agreement with County Manager Joshua Potosek (7-2, with Rajsz and Scott opposed) and a block of resolutions #2-#5 and #7-#33 passed 9-0. Other actions included continuing the Sullivan Promise tuition-free scholarship at SUNY Sullivan, contracting with SeniorCare Emergency Medical Services for countywide EMS coverage, and authorizing a lease for Hangar 2 - Bay 1 at Sullivan County International Airport. Two resolutions related to Soil & Water Conservation passed with Rajsz and Scott abstaining. No public comment was recorded.

• Approved modification agreement with County Manager Joshua Potosek (7-2; Rajsz and Scott opposed)
• Approved abolishing Clinical Program Manager and Assistant Social Worker III positions and creating two Care Services Coordinator positions (9-0)
• Approved contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved inter-municipal agreement with Orange County for FY2022 HMEP grant (9-0)
• Approved Sullivan Promise tuition-free scholarship for 2024-2025 at SUNY Sullivan (9-0)
• Approved lease with Brent Clarke for Hangar 2 - Bay 1 at Sullivan County International Airport (9-0)
• Approved contract with SeniorCare Emergency Medical Services for countywide EMS coverage (9-0)
• Approved Soil & Water Conservation contracts (7-0, 2 abstentions: Rajsz and Scott)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider several resolutions regarding county contracts and service agreements. Discussion items include committee rules, staggered terms, and the Human Rights Commission.

• Memorandum of Understanding Agreements for Senior Nutrition Sites (ID-6482)
• Contracts for the Second Statewide Expansion of the Hurrell-Harring (ID-6515)
• Establishment of a Reporting Criminal Charges and Convictions Policy (ID-6520)
• Contract with Soil & Water Conservation for Stream Maintenance and Remediation (ID-6525)
• Modification Agreement with Rolling V Bus Corporation for 'Move Sullivan' transit services (ID-6527)

The Executive Committee approved 13 resolutions to be carried to the County Legislature, including contracts for transit, EMS coverage, and facility maintenance. The committee also initiated plans to hold public hearings regarding staggered legislative terms and potential amendments to the county ethics law.

• Advanced 13 resolutions to the County Legislature
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for staggered terms (8-0)
• Directed County Attorney to prepare ethics law amendment for third-party vendor (9-0)
• Authorized MOU for Senior Nutrition Sites (Enactment 320-24)
• Authorized Hurrell-Harring expansion contracts (Enactment 321-24)
• Authorized Move Sullivan transit modification agreement (Enactment 326-24)
• Authorized SeniorCare EMS coverage contract (Enactment 330-24)
• Confirmed Ethics Board appointments (Enactment 331-24)

Health & Human Services

The committee will review the monthly report from the Division of Health and Human Services. Members will also consider resolutions regarding a contract with Public Health and Health Research, Inc., support for Competency Restoration, and summer youth employment services.

• Contract between Public Health and Health Research, Inc.
• Support for Senate and Assembly’s Competency Restoration
• Agreement for Summer Youth Employment Services

The Health & Human Services Committee approved three resolutions to be carried to the June 20, 2024, County Legislature meeting. These include a contract for health research, support for competency restoration, and summer youth employment services.

• Carried resolution to accept a Legislative Award and contract with Health Research, Inc. (3-0)
• Carried resolution to support Senate and Assembly’s Competency Restoration (3-0)
• Carried resolution to authorize agreement for Summer Youth Employment Services (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee will review several resolutions regarding facility maintenance, airport leasing, and road repairs. Items include potential grant applications for bridge replacement and contracts for HVACR and door services.

• Lease agreement with Brent Clarke for Hangar 2 - Bay 1 at Sullivan County International Airport
• HVACR preventative maintenance agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for Sheriff Admin/Jail
• Overhead door repairs and maintenance with Dutchess Overhead Doors, Inc. up to $100,000.00 per year
• Grant application to replace County Bridge 368 on Flugertown Road in the Town of Neversink
• Embankment repair on County Road No. 94 via Sullivan County Paving, Inc.

The committee voted 6-0 to carry seven resolutions to the June 20, 2024, County Legislature meeting. These include authorizations for airport leases, facility maintenance, and bridge grant applications.

• Approved lease agreement with Brent Clarke for Hangar 2 - Bay 1 at Sullivan County International Airport (6-0)
• Approved HVACR preventative maintenance agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for Sheriff Admin/Jail (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Dutchess Overhead Doors, Inc. for facility repairs up to $100,000 per year (6-0)
• Approved NBRC Timber for Transit Program grant application for County Bridge 368 on Flugertown Road (6-0)
• Approved agreement with EMCOR Services Betlem for cooling equipment at Annex & GOB (6-0)
• Approved modification agreement with Sullivan County Paving, Inc. for embankment repair on County Road No. 94 (6-0)
• Approved modification to resolution 227-24 to replace a lawn mowing vendor (6-0)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The Sullivan County Public Safety Committee will review reports from several agencies, including the Sheriff, District Attorney, and Fire Bureau. The committee is also scheduled to consider resolutions regarding a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. and two state grant programs.

• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Inter-Municipal Agreement with Orange County for HMEP Grant
• FY 2023 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant Program application

The Sullivan County Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee received departmental reports, heard public comments, and advanced three resolutions to the full County Legislature meeting on June 20, 2024. The advanced items involve a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc., a grant agreement with Orange County for emergency preparedness, and a domestic terrorism prevention grant application.

• Carried Axon Enterprise, Inc. contract resolution to the County Legislature (Aye: Alvarez, Salomone, Perrello, M. McPhillips, B. McPhillips)
• Carried FY2022 HMEP Grant Inter-Municipal Agreement resolution with Orange County to the County Legislature (Aye: Alvarez, Salomone, Perrello, M. McPhillips, B. McPhillips)
• Carried FY2023 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant Program application and acceptance resolution to the County Legislature (Aye: Alvarez, Salomone, Perrello, M. McPhillips, B. McPhillips)

Management & Budget Committee

The committee will discuss the Strategic Plan and review several resolutions. Proposed actions include amending fund balance policies and updating the use of ARPA funding.

• Amend Fund Balance Policy for General Fund assigned balances (ID-6517)
• Update designated use of ARPA funding (ID-6518)
• Modify the 2024 Budget (ID-6519)
• Establish time frames for Certificates of Residency (ID-6497)
• Correct Town of Thompson tax rolls for Tax Map # 25.-1-37 for years 2022, 2023, and 2024

The Management & Budget Committee unanimously approved seven resolutions to be carried forward to the County Legislature meeting on June 20, 2024. These resolutions cover amendments to fund balance policies, updates to ARPA funding designations, modifications to the 2024 budget, establishment of time frames for Certificates of Residency, and corrections to tax rolls for the Town of Thompson. Department heads provided updates on the Budget Office, Treasurer's Office, Audit & Control, and Real Property Tax Services, while ITS was absent.

• Approved amendment to Fund Balance Policy (Assigned Fund Balance and Construction Building Repair) (5-0)
• Approved update to Designated Use of ARPA Funding (5-0)
• Approved modification to the 2024 Budget (5-0)
• Approved establishment of time frames for issuance of Certificates of Residency (5-0)
• Approved correction to 2024 Tax Roll of Town of Thompson, Tax Map #25.-1-37 (5-0)
• Approved correction to 2023 Tax Roll of Town of Thompson, Tax Map #25.-1-37 (5-0)
• Approved correction to 2022 Tax Roll of Town of Thompson, Tax Map #25.-1-37 (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee will meet on June 13, 2024, to consider several resolutions. The committee will review proposals to abolish certain positions to create new roles within Community Services and Social Services. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding contracts with OneGroup, NY Inc. and Catapult Executive Consulting.

• Abolishing Clinical Program Manager and Assistant Social Worker III positions to create two Care Services Coordinator roles
• Contracting with OneGroup, NY Inc.
• Awarding a contract to Catapult Executive Consulting for Compensation Analysis services
• Abolishing Family Services Investigator and PT Caseworker positions to create a Social Services Intervention and Outreach Coordinator

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee voted 5-0 to advance four resolutions to the full County Legislature for a vote on June 20, 2024. These resolutions propose abolishing specific staff positions to create new roles in Community Services and Social Services, contracting with OneGroup NY Inc., and hiring Catapult Executive Consulting for compensation analysis. The committee also held a closed executive session to discuss an employee's performance before adjourning due to lack of quorum.

• Advanced Resolution ID-6351 to abolish Clinical Program Manager and Assistant Social Worker III positions and create two Care Services Coordinator positions (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6486 to contract with OneGroup, NY Inc. (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6506 to authorize contract with Catapult Executive Consulting for Compensation Analysis services (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6495 to abolish Family Services Investigator and PT Caseworker positions to create a Social Services Intervention and Outreach Coordinator (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss employee performance
• Adjourned meeting due to no quorum

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature is holding a special meeting to approve two grant applications. This includes applying for and accepting the FY 2024 EMPG Grant and the FY 2024 HSGP Grant.

• FY 2024 EMPG Grant application and acceptance
• FY 2024 HSGP Grant application and acceptance

At a special meeting on June 6, 2024, the Sullivan County Legislature approved two resolutions authorizing the county to apply for and accept the FY 2024 EMPG Grant and the FY 2024 HSGP Grant. E-911 Coordinator Alex Rau explained the two resolutions. Legislator Catherine Scott moved both resolutions as a block, seconded by Nicholas Salomone, and they carried 8-0. The meeting adjourned at 10:53am.

• Approved applying for and accepting the FY 2024 EMPG Grant (8-0), Enactment No. 286-24
• Approved applying for and accepting the FY 2024 HSGP Grant (8-0), Enactment No. 287-24

Veterans Committee

The committee will conduct a call to order and roll call. The agenda includes opening remarks from Chairman Luis Alvarez and reports from Veteran's Service Organizations and the Director.

• Commander's Reports - Veteran's Service Organizations
• Director's Report ID-6470
• Public Comment

The committee received reports from Veteran's Service Organizations and the VSA Director. No substantive legislative or financial decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review reports from the Division of Community Resources, the Visitor's Association, and the IDA. Members will also consider several resolutions regarding media agreements, workforce development contracts, and a grant submission.

• Agreement with Bold Gold Media
• Contracts for Workforce Development Board of Sullivan Inc. assistance
• Work Initiative Grant submission

The Economic Development Committee met on June 6, 2024, and voted to carry three resolutions to the County Legislature meeting on 6/20/2024: an agreement with Bold Gold Media, contract agreements with qualified organizations to assist the Workforce Development Board of Sullivan Inc., and authorization of a grant submission for a Work Initiative Grant. Each motion carried 3-0, with Chairman Matt McPhillips and Legislator Luis Alvarez absent. The committee also received updates from the Division of Community Resources, the Visitor's Association, and the IDA; no one was present to report for the Partnership for Economic Development or the Chamber of Commerce. Two public comments were made, by Ken Walter and Lou Setren.

• Carried resolution authorizing agreement with Bold Gold Media to the 6/20/2024 County Legislature (3-0; McPhillips and Alvarez absent)
• Carried resolution authorizing contract agreements with qualified organizations to assist the Workforce Development Board of Sullivan Inc. to the 6/20/2024 County Legislature (3-0; McPhillips and Alvarez absent)
• Carried resolution authorizing grant submission for Work Initiative Grant to the 6/20/2024 County Legislature (3-0; McPhillips and Alvarez absent)
• Adjourned at 10:36 AM

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The Sullivan County Planning and Community Resources Committee is reviewing monthly reports from the Planning Division and Division of Community Resources. The agenda includes a presentation on the County Ag District and resolutions for youth program funding and O&W Rail Trail contract modifications.

• Allocation of 2024 County Funds to Youth Programs
• Public hearing authorization for Sullivan County Agricultural Districts
• Contract modification with Alta Planning + Design, Inc. for the O&W Rail Trail

The Planning and Community Resources Committee approved three resolutions to send to the full County Legislature for a vote on June 20, 2024. The resolutions cover allocating 2024 funds to youth programs, authorizing a public hearing for agricultural district inclusion, and modifying a contract for the O&W Rail Trail. All three motions passed with 3 votes in favor and 2 members absent.

• Approved allocation of 2024 County Funds to Youth Programs (3-0, 2 absent)
• Authorized public hearing for inclusion of land into Agricultural Districts (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved modification of contract with Alta Planning + Design for O&W Rail Trail (3-0, 2 absent)

Government Services Committee

The Government Services Committee will review reports from several county departments and consider a memorandum of agreement regarding tuition scholarships. The committee is also reviewing purchasing and central services items.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Sullivan County Community College for the Sullivan Promise Tuition-Free Scholarship (2024-2025 academic year)
• Purchasing & Central Services ID-6480
• County Clerk report
• Board of Elections report
• SCCC report

The Government Services Committee voted to move a resolution to the County Legislature regarding the Sullivan Promise Tuition-Free Scholarship. The resolution seeks a Memorandum of Agreement with Sullivan County Community College for the 2024-2025 academic year.

• Carried resolution to the County Legislature to continue Sullivan Promise Tuition-Free Scholarship for 2024-2025 (4-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature will conduct a public hearing regarding a hangar lease. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as the roll call and public comment.

• Public hearing for a hangar lease (ID-6464)

The County Legislature conducted a public hearing regarding a proposed SCIA hangar lease for Hangar 2, Bay 1. One member of the public provided comment. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

• Closed public hearing on SCIA proposed hangar lease

County Legislature

The County Legislature is considering various resolutions including road maintenance, bridge construction, and public health staffing. The agenda also includes several grant applications for trail crossings and emergency services.

• Guide rail replacements on various County Roads with EMI Guide Rail, LLC
• Construction support and inspection for Bridge 77 replacement via Barton & Loguidice D.P.C.
• ATIIP Program planning grant application up to $1,680,000 for trail road crossings
• $75,000 modification for engineering on the Sullivan O&W Rail Trail in Parksville, NY
• Cancellation of outstanding property taxes for specific parcels in the Town of Liberty

The County Legislature approved a wide range of measures including bridge replacements, public health staffing, and grant applications. Most resolutions passed unanimously, though one budget modification passed 7-2.

• Approved replacement of County Bridge 77 and construction support services (9-0)
• Approved contract with EMI Guide Rail, LLC for 10,000 feet of guide rail (9-0)
• Approved creation of full-time Physical and Occupational Therapist positions (9-0)
• Approved $75,000 for additional design services for Sullivan O&W Rail Trail (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Delaware Engineering, D.P.C. for water and wastewater infrastructure assessment (9-0)
• Approved 3-year agreement with Catalis Courts & Land Records, LLC for software (9-0)
• Approved 2024 budget modification (7-2)
• Approved application for ATIIP Program planning grant up to $1,680,000 (9-0)

County Legislature

The Sullivan County Legislature meeting consists of ceremonial items. The session includes the introduction of District Superintendent Robert M. Dufour, Ed.D., and the recognition of the 2024 Sullivan County Valedictorians.

• Introduction of District Superintendent Robert M. Dufour, Ed.D.
• Recognition of 2024 Sullivan County Valedictorians

The Sullivan County Legislature held a special meeting to recognize the 2024 Valedictorians from local schools. No legislative actions, votes, or policy decisions were taken during the session. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Recognized 2024 Sullivan County Valedictorians
• Meeting adjourned at 10:38 AM

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding infrastructure, personnel salaries, and grant applications. Items include an assessment of water and wastewater systems and the use of opioid settlement funds for services. The committee will also consider various state-administered grants for public safety.

• Agreement with Delaware Engineering, D.P.C. for a countywide water and wastewater infrastructure assessment
• Modification of resolution to sustain authorized services using opioid settlement funds
• Approval of 2025 Police Traffic Safety and Child Passenger Safety grants
• $0.50 increase for seasonal and per-diem positions in the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Department
• Application for the FY 2024 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Operations Grant

The Executive Committee approved 18 resolutions to be carried to the County Legislature, including budget modifications, salary settings, and infrastructure assessments. One resolution to modify the 2024 budget passed with a 7-2 vote.

• Approved 2024 budget modification (7-2)
• Approved agreement with Delaware Engineering for water and wastewater infrastructure assessment
• Approved 3-year agreement with Catalis Courts & Land Records for caseload software
• Approved $.50 pay increase for seasonal and per-diem Parks, Recreation and Beautification staff
• Approved renewal of retainer agreement with Bryan Kaplan
• Approved application for NYS PSAP Operations and SICG Formula-Based grants
• Approved creation of Deputy County Administrator of the Adult Care Center
• Approved withdrawal of two Town of Liberty parcels from tax foreclosure

Health & Human Services

The committee will review the monthly report from the Division of Health and Human Services. Members are also scheduled to consider resolutions regarding service provider agreements.

• Monthly Report for Division of Health and Human Services
• Authorization for County Manager to execute agreements with various service providers
• Agreement with Adelphi University

The Health & Human Services Committee approved two resolutions to be carried to the County Legislature meeting on May 16, 2024. These include authorizations for the Department of Public Health to execute agreements with service providers and an agreement with Adelphi University.

• Carried resolution to authorize County Manager to execute agreements between Department of Public Health and service providers (5-0)
• Carried resolution to enter into agreement with Adelphi University (5-0)

Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will receive reports from several departments including the Sheriff and District Attorney. The meeting includes a resolution to authorize an EMS sustainability grant application.

• Authorize NYS DOH County Emergency Medical Services support grant application
• Acknowledge Sullivan County Correctional Officers and Employees

The Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee approved two resolutions to be carried to the County Legislature. These include authorizing a state grant application for EMS sustainability and a resolution acknowledging correctional employees.

• Approved authorization for NYS DOH County Emergency Medical Services support grant application (5-0)
• Approved resolution to acknowledge Sullivan County Correctional Officers and Correctional Employees (5-0)

Management & Budget Committee

The committee will review reports from the Budget Office, Treasurer, Audit & Control, ITS, and Real Property Tax Services. Discussion includes a settlement authorization, mortgage tax apportionment, and a budget modification.

• Authorize settlement with Herbert ID-6403
• Apportion the 2024 1st Quarter Mortgage Tax ID-6424
• Modify the 2024 Budget ID-6431

The Management & Budget Committee approved three resolutions to be carried to the May 16, 2024, County Legislature meeting. These include a budget modification and a legal settlement. The committee also received updates from the County Treasurer, ITS, and Real Property Tax departments.

• Carried settlement with Herbert to County Legislature (5-0)
• Carried apportionment of 2024 1st Quarter Mortgage Tax to County Legislature (5-0)
• Carried modification of the 2024 Budget to County Legislature (5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The committee will review resolutions regarding new positions in the Department of Public Health and the Sheriff’s Office. The meeting also includes discussions on pay rates for the Summer Youth Employment Program.

• Create full-time Public Health Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist positions
• Authorize Crew Leader pay rates for Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
• Authorize hourly pay rates and performance incentives for SYEP
• Create permanent part-time Sheriff’s Department Accounts Payable Coordinator

The Sullivan County Human Resources Committee voted unanimously to advance four resolutions to the full County Legislature for a vote on May 16, 2024. The resolutions propose creating new public health therapist positions, setting pay rates for the Summer Youth Employment Program, and converting a temporary Sheriff's Department position to permanent. No final decisions were made by the committee itself; these items were only approved for further legislative consideration.

• Advanced Resolution ID-6302 to create Public Health Physical and Occupational Therapist positions (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6382 to authorize Crew Leader pay rates for Summer Youth Employment Program (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6383 to authorize hourly pay rates and work incentives for Summer Youth Employment Program (5-0)
• Advanced Resolution ID-6415 to create permanent Sheriff’s Department Accounts Payable Coordinator and abolish temporary position (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review the monthly report from the Division of Public Works. The committee is also considering resolutions to authorize agreements for road guide rail replacements and construction work related to Bridge 77.

• Guide rail replacements on various County Roads by EMI Guide Rail, LLC
• Construction support and inspection services for Bridge 77 by Barton & Loguidice D.P.C.
• Bridge 77 replacement construction work via bid B-24-01

The committee voted to carry three resolutions to the County Legislature for final approval. These include a contract for guide rail replacements and two agreements related to the replacement of County Bridge 77.

• Carried resolution to authorize guide rail replacements by EMI Guide Rail, LLC to County Legislature (7-0)
• Carried resolution to authorize construction support and inspection services by Barton & Loguidice D.P.C. for Bridge 77 to County Legislature (7-0)
• Carried resolution to authorize construction work for Bridge 77 to the lowest responsible bidder of bid B-24-01 to County Legislature (7-0)

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider several appointments to the Board of Ethics. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding morgue services with Garnet Health Medical Center.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Garnet Health Medical Center for Morgue Services
• Reappointment of Joanne McPhillips to the Board of Ethics
• Reappointment of James Schmidt to the Board of Ethics
• Creation of a part-time County Clerk II position
• Appointment of Julian Dawson to the Board of Ethics

The County Legislature authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Garnet Health Medical Center for morgue services. The board also approved the creation of a part-time County Clerk II position. Several Board of Ethics appointments were moved to the May 16th meeting.

• Authorized Memorandum of Understanding with Garnet Health Medical Center for Morgue Services (9-0)
• Approved creation of part-time County Clerk II Position in the County Clerk’s Office (9-0)
• Moved reappointment of Joanne McPhillips to Board of Ethics to May 16th
• Moved reappointment of James Schmidt to Board of Ethics to May 16th
• Moved confirmation of Julian Dawson to Board of Ethics to May 16th
• Moved confirmation of Emely Santos to Board of Ethics to May 16th

County Legislature

The County Legislature will conduct a public hearing regarding the Restore Grant. The meeting includes a roll call of legislators and a period for public comment.

• Public Hearing: Restore Grant

The County Legislature conducted a public hearing regarding the Restore Grant. Planning Commissioner Heather Brown provided an overview of the grant, and one member of the public provided comment.

• Closed public hearing on Restore Grant

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive reports from several organizations. These include the Division of Community Resources, the IDA, the Visitor's Association, the Partnership for Economic Development, and the Chamber of Commerce.

• Division of Community Resources May Report (ID-6412)
• Visitor's Association May Report (ID-6417)

The committee received updates on workforce development, the IDA, the Visitor's Association, and the Chamber of Commerce. No resolutions were proposed or voted upon during the meeting.

Planning and Community Resources Committee

The committee will review reports from the Division of Planning and Division of Community Resources. Members will also consider several resolutions regarding grant applications and contract modifications for local infrastructure and services.

• $1,680,000 USDOT grant application for trail road crossing design and engineering
• $75,000 contract increase for Sullivan O&W Rail Trail work in Parksville
• Application for the NYS Snowmobile Trail Grant-in-Aid Program
• Support for Broadway Corridor building rehabilitation in Monticello
• Contract modification with Rural Law Center for the Office for the Aging

The Planning and Community Resources Committee approved seven resolutions to be carried to the County Legislature meeting on May 16, 2024. These include funding applications for snowmobile and rail trails, building rehabilitation in Monticello, and legal services for the Office for the Aging.

• Carried to Legislature: Application for 2024-2025 Snowmobile Trail Grant-in-Aid (4-0)
• Carried to Legislature: Contract modification for Rural Law Center legal services for Office for the Aging (4-0)
• Carried to Legislature: Application to Restore NY program for Monticello Broadway Corridor building rehabilitation (4-0)
• Carried to Legislature: Application for U.S. DOT ATIIP planning grant up to $1,680,000 for trail road crossings (4-0)
• Carried to Legislature: $75,000 modification with Alta Planning and Design, Inc. for Sullivan O&W Rail Trail in Parksville (4-0)
• Carried to Legislature: Approval of proposed exempt actions to eliminate review of certain local actions (4-0)
• Carried to Legislature: Execution of Federal Section 5311 Formula Grant for Rural Area Program (4-0)

Government Services Committee

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

• Purchasing & Central Services ID-6401 report
• County Clerk report
• Board of Elections report
• SCCC report
• Cornell Cooperative Extension report

The committee received updates from several county departments and held an executive session regarding a personnel issue. No resolutions were introduced or voted upon during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to discuss a personnel issue (all in favor)
• Exited executive session (all in favor)