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Wayne County public meetings in 2025

116 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Board of Supervisors

Board will review the final Catapult study findings

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors is convening a Committee of the Whole on December 18, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. to present and discuss the final Catapult study findings. The meeting also permits the Board to consider any other matters as if it were a regular session.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts resolution requesting governor to appoint Jamie Corteville as county treasurer

The Board adopted Resolution 734-25 requesting Governor Hochul to appoint Chief Accountant Jamie Corteville as Wayne County Treasurer, with a vote recorded as 153‑47. Motions to enter Executive Session, to return to Regular Session, to table an Other Business resolution, and to adjourn were all carried. The meeting was chaired by Leonard and concluded at 11:13 a.m.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Board of Supervisors

Board to renew senior transportation contract and adopt new salary law

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will renew a senior transportation contract, adopt a new salary law for county officers, and hear a proposal to create a Family Defense Office. The meeting also includes numerous agreements for social services, healthcare, and public safety contracts.

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✓ Decided: Board waives minutes and communications, closes public hearing

The Board waived reading of the November 18 and December 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It also waived reading of the December 16, 2025 communications. A motion to close the public hearing on the Office of Family Defense was carried.

Wed Dec 10, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

Board will consider multiple subdivision and site‑plan referrals in Ontario and Greene

The Wayne County Planning Board will discuss and vote on several referral actions, including site‑plan reviews and subdivision proposals for parcels on Canandaigua Road in the Town of Greene and 7284 Knickerbocker Road in the Town of Ontario. The agenda also lists three local‑law amendment requests from the Town of Ontario concerning land‑development regulations, sewer use, and subdivision rules. After the referral discussion, the board will address any other business and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Board elected new chair, vice‑chair and secretary for 2026

The Planning Board approved site plans and subdivisions for projects in the Towns of Ontario and Walworth. It also approved three Local Law Amendments for the Town of Ontario. Finally, the board elected new officers: a chairperson, vice‑chair, and secretary for 2026.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)

Board to approve 2026 operating budget for Wayne County Civic Facility Corp.

The board will vote to approve the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the schedule for the 2026 Board of Directors meetings. A resolution to adopt the 2026 operating budget will be considered and voted on. The board will also vote on a resolution setting the asset‑capitalization threshold at $2,500 and review the Fiscal Officer’s report on account balances and budget versus actuals.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 operating budget

The board approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the resolution to adopt the WCCFDC 2026 operating budget. The fiscal officer reported that $50,000 was received from the regional hospital improvement project as an agency fee. The board will review and approve the 2026 Board of Directors meeting schedule at the January 2026 meeting.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees

Audit and Finance committees will review 2026 budgets and audit scope

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency, Economic Development Corp., and Civic Facility Development Corp. will each approve the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes. They will hear a presentation on the scope of work for an audit from EFPR and discuss dates for 2026 committee meetings. The Finance committees will review and recommend the operating budget for 2026. The next audit and finance meetings are set for January 27, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Audit and finance committees recommended approval of the 2026 operating budget

Each committee approved its October 2025 meeting minutes. The audit committees reviewed EFPR's 2025 audit scope with no questions. The finance committees discussed the 2026 operating budget and made a recommendation to the board to approve it. All meetings were then adjourned.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

WCIDA to consider authorizing Sleight NY Solar Farm project

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency is meeting to decide on a project authorizing resolution for a solar farm and to approve the 2026 operating budget. The board will also discuss a water and wastewater asset study and a resolution regarding the CLCPA.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the 5 MW Sleight NY Solar Farm authorizing resolution

The WCIDA board approved the authorizing resolution for the 5 MW Sleight NY Solar Farm project. It also approved a resolution urging state action on the CLCPA, adopted the 2026 operating budget, and approved a revised CD‑reinvestment resolution. The water and wastewater asset inventory study resolution was tabled until the January 2026 meeting.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee considers tax roll error authority and litigation cost sharing

The Finance Committee is reviewing resolutions to allow the Director of Real Property Tax Services to approve certain tax roll corrections and refunds. The body is also considering financial assistance for the Town of Palmyra regarding tax assessment litigation.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved authority for real property tax roll corrections (4‑0)

The Finance Committee approved a series of authorizations covering tax administration, budget transfers, service contracts, and staffing changes. Notably, it granted the Director of Real Property Tax Services authority to correct tax roll errors and share defense costs for assessment litigation, each approved unanimously (4‑0). The committee also approved 2025 year‑end budget transfers, agreements for 2026 appropriations with Cooperative Extension and Finger Lakes Community Action, and created a new technical specialist position in IT while eliminating an analyst role, all with 4‑0 votes. A proposal to fund the Sodus Point Lighthouse Museum faced unanimous opposition and will be forwarded to the Board for consideration.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

WEDC to consider 2026 operating budget

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation will discuss the 2026 Board of Directors meeting schedule and a resolution to approve the 2026 operating budget. The board will also receive fiscal officer, project, and executive director updates.

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✓ Decided: WEDC board approved its 2026 operating budget

The board approved the November 12 meeting minutes and the 2026 operating budget, with all present voting in favor. After discussion of project updates and a possible chamber merger, the board adjourned the meeting at 10:52 A.M. The next meeting is set for January 27, 2026.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Government Operations Committee

County amends workers’ compensation premium‑equivalents, costing $1.9 M for 2026

The Government Operations Committee will consider several resolutions, including authorizing legal services agreements, setting a salary for a Social Services Attorney, amending the 2026 workers’ compensation premium‑equivalents, and approving a memorandum of agreement with the IUE‑CWA. The workers’ compensation amendment proposes a $1,900,000 cost for the 2026 self‑insured plan. The Social Services Attorney salary is set at $130,008 for a Grade 11, Step 9 position. The MOA with IUE outlines hiring rates for experienced caseworkers transferred from other counties.

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✓ Decided: County Attorney approved legal services agreements for Law and Social Services (4-0)

The committee approved the prior meeting minutes and all pass‑through transmittals. It voted 4‑0 to authorize legal services agreements for the Department of Law and Social Services and to set the Social Services Attorney’s salary. It also approved a 2026 workers’ compensation self‑insurance plan premium‑equivalents and a memorandum of agreement with Professional Service Workers, Local 81382 IUE‑CWA, each by a 4‑0 vote.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved several authorizations, all 5‑0.

The Public Works Committee approved a series of authorizations, each passing with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Items approved included budget amendments for increased utility costs, advertising demolition bids for 165 Water Street, establishing 2026 seasonal wages and maintenance charges, awarding a flooring abatement contract, accepting a low bid for stump removal, creating and transferring highway construction funds, and entering a bucket‑truck rental agreement with Altec Industries. The minutes from the previous meeting were also approved. The committee adjourned at 9:51 a.m.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

Committee to vote on $50,000 one‑time funding for Sodus Point Lighthouse Museum

The Wayne County Economic Development and Planning Committee will approve minutes from its prior meeting, hear a brief from the Cornell Vegetable Program, receive tourism updates (no business), and consider a resolution to provide $50,000 one‑time funding to the Sodus Point Lighthouse Museum and amend the 2026 budget. The resolution also directs the Deputy Budget Officer to re‑allocate $50,000 to the Historical Society line in the 2026 budget.

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✓ Decided: One-time funding approved for Sodus Point Lighthouse Museum (3‑2 vote)

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It authorized a one-time grant for the Sodus Point Lighthouse Museum and amended the 2026 budget, passing by a 3‑2 vote. The board also accepted an offer for a new fiscal officer who will start in early January and closed its first Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund loan with the Landbank for Canal Street demolitions.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee considers SRO agreements and 911 system renewals

The Public Safety Committee will review several authorizations for the Sheriff's Office, including School Resource Officer (SRO) agreements and equipment bids. The body will also discuss budget amendments for the Public Defender and salary settings for the District Attorney's office.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple law‑enforcement contracts and budget items, all unanimously

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved a series of authorizations, including purchases for the Public Defender, salary setting for a full‑time Assistant District Attorney, and several agreements for Deputy Sheriff School Resource Officers. It also approved contracts and leases for equipment such as body‑cameras, tasers, jet skis, and a three‑year renewal with Thomson Reuters West Company. Additional approvals covered out‑of‑state travel, a $3 million radio project funding issue, and reallocations to the 911 Center budget.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Board of Supervisors

Board sets public hearing date for 2026 county officer salary increases

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Dec. 16, 2025 to consider a local law that raises the salaries of several county officers effective Jan. 1, 2026. The agenda also includes adopting 2026 special district tax rates, allocating county sales‑tax revenues to towns and villages, and authorizing the 2026 county budget and appropriations.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts 2026 special district tax rates and schedules salary hearing

The Board adopted Resolution 648‑25, setting the 2026 special district tax rates and unit charges. It also adopted Resolution 647‑25, scheduling a Dec. 16, 2025 public hearing on a local law to change salaries of certain county officers effective Jan. 1, 2026. Procedural motions to close the budget hearing and to consider other business were carried.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

Human Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple senior, youth and social services contracts (all 3‑0)

The Human Services Committee unanimously approved the renewal of the senior transportation contract with Finger Lakes Community Action and the legal services contract for seniors with Legal Assistance of Western New York. It also approved a series of Department of Social Services agreements, including the Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board local plan and numerous service contracts for children, youth and assessment programs. All votes were 3‑0 in favor.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

Committee to amend mental health budget for forensic hospital costs

The Health & Medical Services Committee will approve minutes from the previous meeting. It will consider an amendment to the 2025 mental health department budget to cover New York State forensic hospitalization costs, presented by Sharon MacDougall. The committee will review nursing home equipment and lift contracts, and public health service contracts with Rochester Childfirst Network and Interpretek.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved budget amendment for forensic hospitalization costs

The Health & Medical Services Committee approved an amendment to the 2025 budget for New York State forensic hospitalization costs, voting 4-0. It also unanimously approved several nursing home and public‑health contracts, including a lease renewal with Culligan Quench, standardization of patient lifts, a fund transfer for a nursing home pub upgrade, a write‑off of uncollectable accounts, and contracts with Rochester Childfirst Network and Interpretek for preschool services. The meeting minutes from November 3 were accepted as written.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of Supervisors

Public hearing set for Dec 16 on local law creating Wayne County Office of Family Defense

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on December 16, 2025 at 9:05 a.m. in the Supervisors’ Chambers at the Wayne County Historic Court House to consider Local Law No. 6 establishing the Office of Family Defense. The agenda also includes authorizations such as awarding a contract for Assigned Counsel Administrator Services, adopting a mortgage tax report and authorizing county treasurer payments to towns and villages, and purchasing office furniture for the Public Defender budget. Additional items involve accepting state grants, including a $283,023 Probation State Aid Block Grant and an $8,119,650.97 utilities payment report, and authorizing leases and agreements for various county services. The meeting will also address resolutions honoring former Supervisor Donna Chittenden and acknowledging receipt of the 2026 tentative budget.

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✓ Decided: Board sets Dec 16 public hearing for County Office of Family Defense

The Board waived reading the October 21 minutes and the November 18 communications. It adopted a memorial resolution honoring former Supervisor Donna Chittenden. It approved a resolution to hold a public hearing on December 16, 2025 for the proposed Office of Family Defense. The hearing was closed after brief public comments.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

WCIDA considers project assignment and tax incentives for RS Property Capital Group

The board is reviewing a resolution to assign a project from Grant Building, LLC to RS Property Capital Group, LLC. This involves the redevelopment of a warehouse into a metal fabrication facility for Rochester Structural, LLC.

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✓ Decided: Board approved minutes and authorized RS Property expansion project

The WCIDA board approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the assignment and project authorizing resolution for RS Property Capital Group, LLC to expand its manufacturing operation in Wayne County. The meeting was then adjourned by motion of the chair. No other substantive actions were taken.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

WEDC board approves coalition membership for $1.5M Brownfield grant

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation board approved the minutes from the October 28 meeting and adopted two resolutions. One resolution authorizes WEDC to join a coalition applying for up to $1,500,000 in EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant funding. The other resolution approves deferring repayment of Brownfield Revolving Loans for five Canal Street parcels until site remediation is complete. The board also received the Fiscal Officer’s financial report and discussed upcoming project updates.

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✓ Decided: Board approved two brownfield-related resolutions and minutes

The board unanimously approved the October 28 minutes. It also approved a resolution making WEDC a coalition member for the Wayne County Brownfield Assessment Funding Application. A second resolution modifying the brownfield revolving loan terms to the Wayne County Regional Land Bank was likewise approved. The board entered and later exited an executive session before adjourning.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Finance Committee

Wayne County sets date for public hearing on Family Defense Office

The Wayne County Finance Committee will set a date for a public hearing on a proposed local law to create an Office of Family Defense. The committee also approved several transmittals for contracts, payments, and budget transfers.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee unanimously approves budgets, contracts and hearing date

The committee approved a slate of transmittals covering public safety, public works, economic development, government operations, health and medical, and human services items, each with a 5‑0 vote. Notable actions include adopting the mortgage tax report to enable payments to towns and villages, transferring 2025 budgeted funds to a capital project account, and setting a public hearing date for the proposed Office of Family Defense. All decisions were approved unanimously.

Thu Nov 6, 2025

Government Operations Committee

Government Operations Committee to review county department reports

The committee will receive updates and reports from the Compliance Officer, County Attorney, GIS Manager, and County Clerk. The County Administrator is expected to present a forthcoming resolution.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved multiple new positions and a 4% COLA increase

The Government Operations Committee approved the creation and filling of four new full‑time positions, including a registered professional nurse, an accounting supervisor, a senior substance‑abuse counselor, and an assistant district attorney (5‑0). It also approved the purchase of election voting booths with a single‑source vendor (5‑0) and expressed support for dedicating the Lyons EMS station to Bill Liddle (5‑0). The committee voted 5‑0 to advance a resolution recommending a 4% cost‑of‑living adjustment for 2026 wages.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Public Works Committee

Wayne County proposes $2.75 million for 2026 highway snow and ice control

The Public Works Committee is reviewing contracts for winter road maintenance and EMS substation plowing. The body is also considering a license for a community event and the disposal of surplus vehicles.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved five public works authorizations, including snow‑ice contracts

The committee approved the minutes from the October 8th meeting. It unanimously approved five transmittals authorizing the Red Creek Christmas Light Trail license, a vehicle surplus declaration, snow and ice control contracts for county highways and EMS sub‑stations, and an amendment to the Central Garage budget. No other actions were taken; discussions on the Crescent Beach project and staffing shortages were informational.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

County approves $4M bonds for hospital energy upgrades

The Economic Development and Planning Committee will consider approving $4 million in revenue bonds for energy projects at Rochester Regional Health facilities and authorizing a billboard advertising contract with Lamar Advertising.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved issuance of Genesee County Revenue Bonds Series 2025

The Economic Development & Planning Committee approved three items unanimously. It approved the issuance of Genesee County Funding Corporation Revenue Bonds Series 2025. It authorized signing a billboard services agreement with Lamar Advertising. It approved a one‑time $50,000 allocation for the Sodus Point Lighthouse project.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Committee will approve a $317,250 state grant for first‑appearance counsel

The Public Safety Committee will approve minutes from the prior meeting and hear reports from Probation, Fire, Pre‑Trial, Coroner, Public Defender, District Attorney, Sheriff, Emergency Management, and EMS. It will consider several authorizations, including a $1,744 purchase of office furniture for the Public Defender, acceptance of a $317,250 grant for fifth counsel at first appearance, and other budget and contract actions. The meeting also includes a salary authorization for a full‑time Assistant District Attorney and lease renewal for a communications tower site.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved multiple grant and budget authorizations.

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting. It then unanimously approved several authorizations, including office furniture for the Public Defender, two grant contracts, a supplemental defense grant, a full‑time Assistant District Attorney position, Texas training travel expenses, a civil‑air MOU, and a lease renewal for the Rose Communication Tower site. All votes were recorded as 5‑0 in favor.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Human Services Committee

Committee to consider SNAP/HEAP funding resolution and senior meal contracts

The Human Services Committee will approve prior meeting minutes and hear updates from the Veterans Service Agency and the Department of Social Services on SNAP. It will consider authorizations for an award and Memorandum of Understanding with the New York State Parenting Education Partnership, renewals of rental agreements for senior congregate meal sites with Clyde United Methodist Church ($400 per month) and the Village of Palmyra ($150 per month), and a contract with First United Methodist Church for $5,500 annually. The committee will also discuss a resolution urging Congress to maintain federal SNAP and HEAP funding.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved four senior meal site agreements and SNAP/HEAP funding urging

The Human Services Committee approved multiple authorizations for the Department of Aging and Youth, including new senior congregate meal sites and a partnership award. It also approved agreements for the Department of Social Services to support employment training and forms maintenance. Additionally, the committee adopted a resolution urging Congress to maintain SNAP and HEAP funding. All approvals were unanimous, 4-0.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

County authorizes $11,860 TB consultation contract with Rochester Regional Health

The Health and Medical Services Committee will consider a series of authorizations covering mental‑health services, nursing‑home contracts, and public‑health agreements. A key item is the renewal of a contract with Rochester Regional Health System to provide a board‑certified physician for the tuberculosis program at $988.33 per clinic, not to exceed $11,860 for 2026. Additional items include creating new staff positions and renewing various service contracts.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple contracts, staffing and equipment authorizations, all 4‑0

The Health and Medical Services Committee authorized a series of contracts and positions across mental health, nursing home, and public health departments. All items were approved unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. No opposing votes were recorded.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)

WCCFDC to vote on PAAA/PARIS budgets and asset capitalization threshold

The Wayne County Civic Facility Development Corporation will meet to approve the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will consider resolutions regarding the PAAA/PARIS budgets and the establishment of an asset capitalization threshold for financial reporting.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the proposed PAAA/PARIS Budget and authorized its submission

The board approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the resolution adopting the proposed PAAA/PARIS Budget and authorized its submission to the ABO. Finally, the board approved a resolution setting the asset‑capitalization threshold at $2,500 for financial reporting.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees

Finance committees will review and recommend the PAAA/PARIS budget to the boards.

The Audit Committee meetings for the Industrial Development Agency, Economic Development Corp., and Civic Facility Development Corp. will approve the March 25, 2025 minutes, present a bi‑annual financial review report, and set the next audit meeting for December 9, 2025. The Finance Committee meetings for the same three entities will approve the March 25, 2025 minutes, review and recommend the PAAA/PARIS budget to their boards, and update WCIDA PILOT billing and payments. Both committees will adjourn after scheduling their next meetings on December 9, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Finance committees recommend approval of 2026 PAAA/PARIS Budget

The WCIDA, WEDC, and WCCFDC Finance Committees each reviewed the PAAA/PARIS Budget for 2026 and made a recommendation to the board to approve it. Each committee also approved its meeting minutes, with a motion and second and one member abstaining. No other substantive actions were taken. The next meetings are set for December 9, 2025.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

Board will adopt proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets and consider a solar farm project

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board will review and vote on several items. These include approving the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes, adopting a resolution for the Sleight Road Solar Farm, LLC project, and adopting the proposed PAAA/PARIS budgets with authorization to submit them to the ABO. Additional reports such as the Fiscal Officer’s Report and project updates will be presented.

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✓ Decided: WCIDA board approved 2026 PAAA/PARIS budget and solar farm resolution

The board approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes, the initial project resolution for Sleight NY Solar Farm, LLC, and the resolution adopting the proposed PAAA/PARIS Budget and authorizing its submission to the ABO. Each motion was seconded and approved by all members present. The meeting was then adjourned and later reconvened for an executive session before final adjournment.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board approved the proposed 2026 PAAA/PARIS budget

The board approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved a resolution authorizing a micro‑enterprise loan for Kidtopia Ontario LLC. The board also approved the proposed 2026 PAAA/PARIS budget and authorized its submission to the ABO. The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 A.M.

Fri Oct 24, 2025

IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Loan Review Committee

Review of Kidtopia Ontario Microenterprise Loan for Marion location

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation Loan Review Committee will discuss the loan memorandum for the Kidtopia Ontario Microenterprise Loan at the Marion location. The meeting also includes introductions, approval of the previous meeting minutes, scheduling of the next meeting, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved the meeting minutes

The Loan Review Committee approved the August 2025 minutes. The committee discussed a micro‑enterprise loan application from Kidtopia Ontario LLC but did not vote on the loan; members recommended approval. No other loan applications were presented.

Wed Oct 22, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

Planning Board to review solar farm and distillery permits

The Wayne County Planning Board will discuss and vote on several referral actions. These include requests for special permits and a use variance across multiple towns.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a special permit for a 5‑MW community solar project in Palmyra

The Planning Board approved the special permit for the Sinack Solar 5‑MW community solar project (10‑1 vote). It denied a use variance for a short‑term rental in Palmyra (10‑1 vote). It approved both the special permit and final site plan for Ryan Phelps Auto in Sodus (10‑0 votes, one abstention). It denied the special permit for ZTT Enterprises’ storage project in Sodus (10‑0 votes, one abstention).

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board of Supervisors

Board adopts 2025‑2029 Capital Plan for Wayne County

The Board of Supervisors will adopt the 2025‑2029 Capital Plan for Wayne County. A public hearing on the 2026 tentative budget is scheduled, and several funding and contract authorizations are considered, including youth sports grants and a digital‑evidence system. The meeting also includes receipt of a $1,515,197 Next Generation 911 grant and routine financial filings.

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✓ Decided: Board approved youth sports contracts, retiree pay rate, and Axon contract

The Board adopted resolutions authorizing contracts for youth sports programs totaling $40,515 and $48,000, and retained $2,545 for future use. It approved paying retired legal assistant Sheila Caralla at the job rate for her part‑time position. The Board also authorized a 60‑month contract with Axon Enterprise to manage digital evidence, with pre‑payment funded by a grant.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Finance Committee

Wayne County Finance Committee to adopt 2025-2029 Capital Plan

The Finance Committee is meeting to adopt the 2025-2029 Capital Plan and discuss the 2026 budget. The body is also reviewing several contracts for IT, printing, and parcel fabric review services.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee adopts 2025‑2026 Capital Plan and approves multiple contracts

The Wayne County Finance Committee approved the 2025‑2026 Capital Plan and a series of contracts, property transfers, and funding authorizations, all with a 4‑0 vote. The committee also moved its next meeting to November 10 in observance of Veterans Day. All items were recorded as approved without dissent.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Government Operations Committee

County to hold public hearing on creating a Department of Law

The Government Operations Committee will approve minutes and a consent agenda, then consider several transmittals. It will authorize a contract with Streamline Verify costing $3,295 annually for compliance verification, and set a public hearing for November 18, 2025 on Local Law No. 5 to establish a County Department of Law. The committee will also adopt a 4.0% increase to the 2026 managerial confidential salary schedule and approve a contract with Neogov, Inc. for HR applications.

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✓ Decided: Approved extending Zero Emission Credit Program and rejecting NYSEG/RG&E rate hikes

The committee unanimously approved several transmittals, including extending the Zero Emission Credit Program and requesting Governor Hochul and the NYS Public Service Commission to dismiss NYSEG and RG&E rate increase requests. It also approved election grants, a budget amendment for a Shoebox Grant, a compliance contract with Streamline Verify, a public hearing on a proposed Department of Law, and a human‑resources contract with Neogov. The proposal to adopt the 2026 Managerial Confidential Wage and Salary Schedule was tabled.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to review bridge funding and highway project closures

The committee is considering several authorizations for highway and sewer infrastructure, including a supplemental agreement for bridge maintenance. The meeting also includes updates on the 2026 budget and reports from Weights and Measures and the Soil and Water Conservation District.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved sole‑source contract for VT Scada pump monitoring system

The Public Works Committee unanimously approved six authorizations, each with a 5‑0 vote. These included amending a resolution to close completed highway projects, a software agreement with The Pump Doctor, Inc., a supplemental NYSDOT bridge maintenance agreement, an amended fire alarm services contract with Johnson Controls, a sole‑source vendor for the VT Scada pump monitoring system, and rejecting an asbestos abatement bid for rebidding.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

County authorizes $172,500 tourism matching grant application for 2026

The Economic Development & Planning Committee will approve minutes from the prior meeting, receive updates, and vote on two tourism resolutions: designating a Tourism Promotion Agent and applying for New York State matching funds with a County share of $172,500 and a State share of $172,500 for the 2026 project. The committee will also consider resolutions supporting the Energy Choice Act and urging state law changes to let local governments opt out of CLCPA and electrification mandates. A 2026 budget update will be presented.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved a resolution supporting the Energy Choice Act.

The Economic Development and Planning Committee approved four items, each with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. They authorized the designation of a Tourism Promotion Agent and an application for New York State matching funds. They also passed a resolution backing Congressman Nick Langworthy’s Energy Choice Act and opposing natural‑gas bans. Finally, they urged state law amendments to let localities opt out of the CLCPA and electrification mandates.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Public Safety Committee

County approves $126,181.08 three-year Westlaw contract for Public Defender

The Public Safety Committee will vote on authorizing several contracts for the Wayne County Public Defender’s Office, including a three‑year Westlaw subscription costing $126,181.08, an extension of the case‑management system for $28,265, and a renewal of Justice Text at $13,500 per year. It will also consider creating a full‑time Family Defense Supervising Attorney position and approving budget increases for the Sheriff’s vehicle and communications equipment.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved multiple contracts and budget increases

The Public Safety Committee approved several authorizations, each by a 5‑0 vote. Contracts were approved for Thomson Reuters/WestLaw, the Public Defender’s case management system, and Justice Text. The committee created a full‑time Family Defense Supervising Attorney position and increased funding for the Sheriff’s vehicle and 911 communications equipment. An emergency‑management contract for hand‑sanitizer disposal was also approved.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Human Services Committee

County authorizes $96,762 for youth development programming contracts

The Human Services Committee will approve the prior meeting minutes, receive updates from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and the Department of Social Services, and consider three resolutions authorizing the award of state‑funded youth program contracts totaling $203,892. The resolutions cover Youth Team Sports, Youth Sports and Education, and Youth Development Programming for the 2025‑2026 period. A budget update will also be presented.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved youth funding programs and a digital evidence contract

The Human Services Committee approved three funding authorizations for youth sports, sports education, and development programming, each by a 3-0 vote. It also approved paying a retiree at the job rate for a part‑time legal assistant position and a contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for digital evidence management, both unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

Committee authorizes $4.05 million mental health contracts for 2026

The Wayne County Health & Medical Services Committee will approve minutes from the prior meeting and consider several authorizations, including a $4,048,554 contract with community providers for mental health services in the 2026 budget. It will also vote on creating new staff positions, a special‑education contract with Lyons Central School District, and a $4,072 amendment to the Early Intervention Program admin contract.

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✓ Decided: Health & Medical Committee unanimously approved multiple 2026 contracts and budget positions

The committee approved the September 2 minutes and heard a presentation confirming Newark‑Wayne Hospital will remain open. It then unanimously approved seven transmittals covering a school district contract, early‑intervention amendment, mental‑health provider contracts, new senior substance‑abuse and account supervisor positions, nursing‑home therapy and attendant positions, a Net Health Optima agreement, and linen‑service funding. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.

Wed Sep 24, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

Board to vote on six land-use referrals including billboard, solar, and townhouse project

The Wayne County Planning Board will consider six referral actions covering a billboard variance on NYS Route 31, a car‑display signage permit at State Route 104 and Ridge Road West, a 12.87 kW ground‑mount solar array, a tasting‑room and event‑space permit for a farm distiller, seasonal retail storefront permits, and a final site‑plan for a 33‑unit townhouse development. Board members will discuss each application and vote on the requested permits and approvals. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and board communications.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Empire State Distillers special permit and denies several projects

The Wayne County Planning Board approved a special permit for Empire State Distillers in the Town of Ontario. It also approved a use variance for Fletcher Billboards and a special permit for a 12.5‑kilowatt solar array in Marion. The board denied the final site plan for Verschage Construction and the special permit for the Carey project in Sodus Point. The Ryan Phelps Auto application was withdrawn and will be resubmitted for the October meeting.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

Board to approve Workforce Housing Policy and funding from a CNB Jumbo Municipal CD

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board will vote on updates to its Uniform Tax Exemption Policy, adopt a new Workforce Housing Policy, and authorize reinvestment funding sourced from a maturing CNB Jumbo Municipal CD. The meeting also includes a performance measures report, a fiscal officer’s report, project and executive director updates, and a period for public comment.

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✓ Decided: WCIDA Board approves tax exemption, housing policy and CD reinvestment

The board approved the September 3 special meeting minutes. It also approved resolutions updating the Uniform Tax Exemption Policy, adopting a workforce housing policy, and authorizing the reinvestment of maturing CD funds at a six‑month term. All approvals were passed by all members present.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

Board votes to modify loan terms for a specific loan

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation board will consider a resolution to modify the terms of a specific loan. They will also approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting and review performance measures, fiscal officer updates, and project updates. The meeting includes an optional executive session and standard administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Board approved loan modification resolution and entered executive session

The board approved the minutes from the September 3 special meeting. It also approved a resolution to modify the loan terms for Runaway Blue Brewing. The board entered and later exited an executive session. Finally, the board adjourned the meeting.

Fri Sep 12, 2025

Board of Supervisors

County adopts local law opting out of NY short‑term rental registry

The Board of Supervisors adopted Local Law No. 4, opting Wayne County out of the New York State short‑term rental registry program. A public hearing on the 2026‑2030 Capital Plan was scheduled for October 21, 2025. Town equalization rates for 2026 county taxes were established for all towns in the county. Additional authorizations included sharing defense costs for Macedon tax‑assessment litigation and purchasing phone‑call recording software for the Treasurer’s Office.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts Local Law opting out of NY short‑term rental registry

The Wayne County Board of Supervisors adopted Local Law No. 4, opting out of the New York State short‑term rental registry program. The Board scheduled a public hearing on the 2026‑2030 Capital Plan for October 21, 2025. The Board also adopted town equalization rates for 2026 county taxes and waived reading of the August minutes and September communications.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee sets public hearing for 2026‑2030 Wayne County Capital Plan

The Finance Committee approved its consent agenda and routine updates. It authorized the Board of Supervisors to hold a public hearing on October 21, 2025 at 26 Church Street, Lyons for the 2026‑2030 Capital Plan. The committee also approved procurement authorizations for phone call recording software, a secure file‑transfer upgrade for the 911 CAD project, and broadband service for the Savannah Highway Barn. Additional resolutions established 2026 town equalization rates and approved cost‑sharing for real‑property tax assessment litigation in Macedon and Lyons.

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✓ Decided: County Treasurer authorized auction of previously excluded properties

The Finance Committee approved a slate of transmittals across several departments, all with unanimous 5-0 votes. Approvals included public safety contracts, public works project closures, a GIS services award, health staffing positions, and treasury actions such as purchasing phone call recording software and auctioning previously excluded properties. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting and set a public hearing date for the 2026-2030 Capital Plan.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

Government Operations Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved GIS services contract (3‑0 vote)

The committee approved the minutes from the August 7 meeting. It authorized the award of the GIS Services RFP with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Self‑insurance Plan premium equivalents with a 3‑0 vote. No other actions were decided.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Public Works Committee unanimously approved five authorizations

The committee approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting. It then approved five transmittals—closing completed highway projects, amending the highway machinery budget, accepting a low bid for tree removal, advertising for architectural and engineering services, and amending the HVAC pact with Trane—each with a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

WCIDA to act as lead agency for OMID property acquisition

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency will meet to approve minutes, authorize fiscal officers, and designate itself as the lead agency for the environmental review of the OMID property acquisition.

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✓ Decided: WCIDA approved multiple resolutions, including SEQR lead agency designation

The board approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized WCIDA as the lead agency for SEQR and approved the determination of environmental significance for SEQR. The board also authorized a new assistant treasurer and fiscal officer, gave the fiscal officer authority to interface with banks, and approved an agency credit card for the fiscal officer. All actions were approved unanimously.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved applying for FY 2026 EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant

The committee approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting as written. A discussion was held about funding for the Cornell Cooperative Extension nutritionist position, with requests for more data. The committee voted 4-0 to authorize submission of an application for the FY 2026 EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant. The meeting adjourned at 10:49 a.m.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board approved $862,750 and $152,250 Brownfield loan resolutions

The WEDC board approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized a $862,750 loan and a $152,250 loan for the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund. The board also approved a five‑year lease amendment with BOCES and appointed Christopher Liberatore as assistant treasurer, fiscal officer, and holder of an agency credit card. All motions were approved by those present.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Human Services Committee

Committee to fill Coordinator of Services for Aging position

The Human Services Committee will discuss updates from the Veterans Service Agency, Aging and Youth, and Department of Social Services. A resolution is proposed to recreate a Coordinator of Services for the Aging position and transfer $25,116 from the general fund balance.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved creating a Coordinator of Services for Aging position

The Human Services Committee approved the minutes from the August 4th meeting. It also approved the authorization to recreate and fill the Coordinator of Services for the Aging position, with a 5‑0 vote.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to review DA 2026 budget and various staffing increases

The committee is considering several personnel additions for the District Attorney and Sheriff's offices, including animal cruelty investigators. The body will also discuss the 2026 District Attorney budget and capital plans for E911, EMS, and the jail.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved staffing and contract measures, adding three assistant district attorneys

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved a series of authorizations, including contracts for autopsy services, court reporting, and EMS software. It also created three new full‑time Assistant District Attorney positions and added several Deputy Sheriff roles. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves multiple budget and staffing measures, all unanimously

The Health and Medical Services Committee unanimously approved six transmittals covering new positions, contracts, and budget amendments for children’s health services, mental‑health providers, and the county nursing home. All votes were 5‑0 in favor. The meeting also noted a postponed presentation and that a capital‑plan hearing will be referred to the Finance Committee.

Wed Aug 27, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board found Sodus Point plan update has no county impact, urging data update

The board approved the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes without objection. It then determined that the Village of Sodus Point comprehensive plan update has no county impact, with a comment to replace 2018 data with 2023 data. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

✓ Decided: WCIDA board meeting postponed due to lack of quorum

The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency board could not hold its August 26 meeting because a quorum was not established. No actions were taken, and the meeting will be rescheduled for a later date.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

WEDC considers funding for Canal Street demolitions and abatement

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation is meeting to vote on resolutions regarding Brownfield RLF funding for the Wayne County Regional Land Bank. The board will also consider lease amendments and the appointment of a new Assistant Treasurer and Fiscal Officer.

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✓ Decided: Board meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum; no decisions made

The Wayne Economic Development Corporation board did not have a quorum, so the meeting was not held. The meeting will be rescheduled for a later date. No actions or votes were taken.

Thu Aug 21, 2025

IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Loan Review Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and recommended loan for Canal St demolition

The Loan Review Committee approved the July 2024 meeting minutes. Members reviewed a loan request to fund the controlled demolition of 42, 46 and 67‑69 Canal Street and the abatement of 78 and 88 Canal Street in the Town of Lyons. The committee recommended approving two discounted loans—$862,750 for demolition and $152,125 for abatement—each 50% forgivable with a five‑year, 0% interest term. No other applications were considered.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Board of Supervisors

Wayne County Board of Supervisors to hold public hearing on officer residency law

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing and vote on a local law regarding the residency of certain officers. The meeting also includes several contract authorizations for senior services and public health initiatives.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Finance Committee unanimously approves short-term rental hearing and multiple contracts

The Finance Committee approved a series of authorizations across several departments, all by a 5‑0 vote. Items included contracts for the Department of Aging and Youth, health emergency preparedness, nursing home budget changes, and new appointments in real property tax services. The committee also set a date for a public hearing on a proposed local law to opt out of the New York short‑term rental law. No items were denied or tabled.

Thu Aug 7, 2025

Government Operations Committee

✓ Decided: Kala Wood appointed County Auditor for six-year term

The Government Operations Committee approved several staffing changes, budget amendments, and grant extensions. Notably, Kala Wood was appointed as County Auditor for a six‑year term. All votes were unanimous (5‑0). The meeting also approved the minutes from July 3rd.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple public works authorizations, all unanimously

The Public Works Committee approved seven authorizations covering vehicle transfers, surplus declarations, and service agreements, each with a 5‑0 vote. It also accepted the recommendation to stop routine testing of gas‑pump timing devices and will conduct such tests only on a complaint basis. No other substantive actions were taken; discussions on resident meetings and building space were noted for future consideration.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves four major authorizations, including infrastructure grant award

The Economic Development and Planning Committee approved several transmittals, each by a unanimous 4‑0 vote. Approvals included a down‑payment for a tourism website design, declaring a lead agency for the Sodus Bay Broadband project, accepting a county infrastructure grant award with the Town of Lyons, and submitting an application to the Genesee Transportation Council. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Public Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Sheriff’s Office part-time deputy budget line increased

The committee approved several transmittals unanimously or by a 5-0 vote, including funding for the New York State Office of Victim Services, emergency response training for the Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team, and a budget increase for part‑time deputy and special deputy positions. It also approved the closure of the Narcotics Enforcement Team TE account, removal of members from the Technical Decon Team, and adding users to the EMS Continuing Education System contract. All approvals were recorded with vote tallies as noted in the minutes.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Human Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved multiple service contracts and staffing changes

The Human Services Committee approved seven authorizations, each by a 5‑0 vote. Approvals included a contract with school districts for the Family and Communities Together (FACT) program for 2025‑2026, extensions and renewals of NYSID contracts for senior bulk‑food preparation and home‑delivered meals, and a staffing change replacing a receptionist with a senior typist. Additional awards were granted to LN Pro Services LLC for residential cleaning and to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester for case‑management services. No other substantive actions were taken.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple contracts and budget items, all unanimously (5‑0)

The Health and Medical Services Committee approved a contract with Health Research, Inc. for public‑health emergency preparedness. It also authorized an opioid‑settlement RFP, a veterans peer‑support contract, and several nursing‑home budget and staffing actions. All items were approved by a 5‑0 vote.

Thu Jul 24, 2025

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board approved hiring Assistant County Attorney and scheduled residency law hearing

The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the hire of a full‑time Assistant County Attorney with a salary of $101,452. It also adopted a resolution setting a public hearing for a proposed local law that would exempt the County Auditor from the residency requirement of Public Officers Law Section 3(1). Both resolutions were adopted by the supervisors present, with several supervisors absent.

Wed Jul 23, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approves final site plans for Macedon and Newark projects

The Planning Board approved the final site plan for the Town of Macedon project at 1500 Oakridge Drive with a 9‑0 vote and one abstention. The Board also approved the final site plan for the Village of Newark project at 103 Erie Boulevard by a unanimous 9‑0 vote. The meeting minutes were approved with one abstention, and the meeting was adjourned.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

✓ Decided: WCIDA board approved sales‑tax exemption update for 100 Dunn Road LLC

The board approved the June 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted the Update to the Authorizing Resolution for 100 Dunn Road LLC, granting a sales‑tax exemption for a commercial garbage truck, with a 4‑1 vote. The board decided to defer review of the workforce housing policy and UTEP update until the September meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 10:21 A.M.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board lowered Brownfield loan minimum to $25,000

The board approved the June 2025 minutes and a resolution to remove two former owners as personal guarantors on Loan 189. It voted to change the minimum Brownfield RLF loan amount from $50,000 to $25,000 and approved the revised Brownfield fee schedule. The board also entered and exited executive session and adjourned the meeting.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board adopts software standardization and urges governor to veto solar tax bill

The Wayne County Board adopted a resolution to standardize all document‑management software on Laserfiche. It approved a $250,000 transfer from the general fund to the County Attorney’s contractual expenses and created a temporary senior real‑property tax service aide with related budget adjustments. The Board also adopted a resolution urging Governor Kathy Hochul to veto the solar‑and‑wind assessment bill, repealed an old equipment‑definition resolution, and authorized sealed‑bid sales of three foreclosed parcels.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves contracts and a resolution to veto solar‑wind assessment bill

The Finance Committee approved a series of authorizations covering public safety, public works, health, human services, and information technology, all with unanimous 5‑0 votes. It also adopted a resolution urging Governor Hochul to veto legislation on the assessment of solar and wind energy systems. The meeting minutes from June 10 were approved as written.

Thu Jul 3, 2025

Government Operations Committee

✓ Decided: County appoints Erin Hammond as County Attorney

The Government Operations Committee approved five transmittals, each with a 4-0 vote, including the appointment of Erin Hammond as County Attorney. It also approved a renewal of the Linstar Card System maintenance agreement, a waiver of exam fees for competitive exams, an amendment to the Rules of Order for 2025, and a designee naming authority for the County Administrator. The Committee agreed to bring a resolution for a full‑time Compliance Officer position to the next meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

Wed Jul 2, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved reimbursement for Crescent Beach owners damaged by REDI project

The Public Works Committee approved several authorizations, including a 4‑0 vote to amend the Soil & Water contract for additional funding of the Port Bay REDI Project and a 4‑0 vote to reimburse Crescent Beach property owners for damage caused by that project. It also approved surplus declarations, vehicle sales, transfers, ownership of the Walworth‑Marion Spur, transfer of the Kenyon Road Bridge, and a concrete sidewalk contract at B. Forman Park, each by a 4‑0 vote.

Wed Jul 2, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved three grant application authorizations

The committee approved the June 3 minutes as written. It unanimously authorized applications for a Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Grant, a Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Grant, and a CDBG Community Planning Assistance Grant. A request for county funding of one new SNAP‑Ed position was noted and will be considered in future budget discussions.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Public Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple contracts, budgets and a family defense grant

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the June 3 meeting. It unanimously authorized several contracts, budget amendments, and grant acceptances, including a family defense quality‑improvement grant and new autopsy service agreements. The committee also approved staffing changes for the EMS office. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

Mon Jun 30, 2025

Human Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved three child‑caring service agreements and a rental supplement allocation

The Human Services Committee voted unanimously to approve agreements with Pathways Inc., Mercyfirst, and Glove House for the Department of Social Services. It also unanimously approved acceptance of the Rental Supplement Program Allocation from NYS OTDA. No other substantive actions were taken.

Mon Jun 30, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved contracts and budget changes for health services (3‑0 votes)

The Health & Medical Committee approved a contract to provide services for preschool children with handicapping conditions and added funding for early‑intervention transportation. It also extended a mental‑health reporting contract, updated data‑sharing agreements, and authorized financial actions for the county nursing home. All approvals were unanimous (3‑0).

Wed Jun 25, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board denied special permit for 13‑unit rental conversion in Newark

The Planning Board approved the previous meeting minutes (9‑0, with two abstentions). It determined the Fusion Energy solar project has no county impact (9‑0). It denied both the area variance and the use variance for the Latter Day Saints sign project (9‑0 each). It denied the special permit for converting a vacant building on Grace Avenue into 13 rental apartments, with a comment to consider rezoning (9‑0).

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

✓ Decided: Board approves Harbor Point project and several $100K funding resolutions

The WCIDA board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes and authorized the Harbor Point Macedon LLC project. It also approved resolutions to lead a SEQR study for the OMID railroad transfer and to allocate $200,000 for a Smart Growth Strategic Plan and $100,000 for a feasibility study. The board decided to continue reviewing a draft housing policy at the next meeting.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board approves loan modification and Brownfield policy updates

The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved a resolution to modify loan terms for MJB Property Holdings. The board also approved a resolution to update the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund policies and procedures manual. The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 A.M.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board approves $100,000 veteran peer‑support contract and multiple budget changes

The Board adopted a contract awarding COMPEER Rochester, Inc. up to $100,000 for a veteran peer‑support program. It also approved budget amendments to add $30,000 lifeguard grant funds, create a full‑time youth caseworker, reallocate $35,000 for a social‑services project coordinator, and credit back sick leave for three employees. All resolutions were adopted after roll‑call votes.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Finance Committee

✓ Decided: County Finance Committee approved NYS Board of Elections grant funds and budget amendment

The Finance Committee approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes and unanimously authorized a wide range of budget amendments, contracts, and staffing changes across multiple departments. All listed authorizations, including grants, vendor agreements, and new positions, were approved by a 4‑0 vote.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

IDA-WEDC-CFDC Combined - Governance Committee

✓ Decided: Committee will recommend revised Brownfield loan policy to the board

The governance committees approved their prior meeting minutes. The WCIDA committee agreed to prepare a presentation for the board on housing benefits and incentives. The WEDC committee agreed to recommend the revised Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund policy and procedure to the board. All committees will provide the board with an update on the annual confidential survey.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved funding for new highway projects and added funds to existing ones

The Public Works Committee approved the minutes from the May 7 meeting. It unanimously approved six authorizations, including adding funds and creating two new highway projects, amending a tire‑and‑tube contract, issuing a bicycle rodeo license, amending a property‑sale resolution, and entering a supplemental design agreement. All authorizations were approved by a 3‑0 vote.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Government Operations Committee

✓ Decided: County approved two NYS Board of Elections grant authorizations, both 5‑0

The committee approved the minutes from the May 8 meeting. It approved two authorizations to accept New York State Board of Elections grant funds—one for the Ballot‑by‑Mail program and one for the 2024 General Election—each with a 5‑0 vote. The board discussed making the compliance officer position full‑time and a proposal to eliminate civil‑service exam fees, but those actions were deferred to the next meeting. The committee entered an executive session to discuss a personnel matter before reconvening in regular session.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

✓ Decided: Committee adopted amendment to solid‑waste management law (4‑0 vote)

The Economic Development & Planning Committee approved several authorizations, including a solid‑waste management law amendment, all by unanimous 4‑0 votes. It withdrew the proposed salary resolution for the Fiscal Officer position and agreed to shift a $50,000 business council funding request to the department for a business plan. Ongoing studies and upcoming events were also noted.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Public Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved naming the Wayne County Public Safety Building

The committee approved several public‑safety actions, all by unanimous 5‑0 votes. The Wayne County Public Safety Building was officially named. Additional approvals included sole‑source procurement of Tyler Technologies systems, emergency‑operations center upgrades, a memorandum with the Civil Air Patrol, and staffing and equipment measures for EMS and fire services.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Human Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved a one‑year contract with Compeer Rochester for veterans services

The Human Services Committee approved the transmittal authorizing a contract with Compeer Rochester, Inc. to provide services for veterans, voting 3‑0. It also approved budget amendments for the Youth Department recreation program and created a new full‑time caseworker position. Several staffing and contract authorizations for the Department of Social Services were approved unanimously. All approvals recorded a 3‑0 vote.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple contracts and budget amendments, all unanimously

The Health and Medical Services Committee approved a series of contracts, contract amendments, and budget items, each with a 4‑0 vote. Approvals covered transportation services for early‑intervention and preschool programs, a temporary supervisor hire, mental‑health contracts, and nursing‑home agreements. No dissenting votes were recorded.

Wed May 28, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved special permit for United Through Wellness wellness center

The board approved special permits for United Through Wellness and Travertine Technologies, approved a site plan and subdivision for the Mark Marino project, and approved a Verizon cell‑tower amendment. It rejected the area variance, subdivision and site plan for the Domicello townhouse project and rejected the site plan, special permit and subdivision for the Norbut Solar farm. The board also found no county impact on the Walmart parking variance and the Rose battery moratorium.

Tue May 27, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

✓ Decided: Board approved tax abatements for two housing redevelopment projects

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2025 meeting. It also approved tax‑abatement resolutions for 112 W. Miller Street LLC’s nine‑unit redevelopment of the former Newark Hospital and for Harbor Point Macedon LLC’s proposed 138‑unit apartment project. Both approvals were passed with all members present voting in favor.

Tue May 27, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved minutes and loan term modification

The WEDC board unanimously approved the April 2025 meeting minutes and authorized a change to the loan terms for Loan 196 for Erik Graff with Kidtopia Ontario, LLC. The board also entered and later exited an executive session to discuss personnel matters, and then adjourned the meeting.

Tue May 20, 2025

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: County adopts mortgage tax report authorizing $862,502.61 in payments to towns and villages

The Board waived reading of the April 15 minutes and the May 20 communications. It approved a $7,895.70 software support renewal for the Sheriff’s Office, adopted the mortgage tax report and authorized $862,502.61 in payments to towns and villages, and approved a $230,000 settlement of a jail‑related claim. Additional actions included sharing defense costs for a Macedon tax‑assessment case, transferring four foreclosed parcels to the Regional Land Bank, and rescinding a prior parcel sale to place the property at public auction.

Tue May 13, 2025

Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves multiple contracts and adopts mortgage tax report

The committee approved a series of transmittals covering Public Safety, Public Works, Economic Development, Health, and Human Services, each with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the renewal of a software maintenance agreement, adoption of a mortgage tax report for payments to towns and villages, and the transfer of property to the County Regional Land Bank. All actions were recorded as approved unanimously.

Thu May 8, 2025

Government Operations Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved creation of a part‑time resident attendant role at the nursing home

The Government Operations Committee unanimously approved a series of authorizations, including salary settings, staffing restructures, and contract agreements. All listed actions were approved by a 5‑0 vote. No items were denied or tabled. The meeting also featured reports and presentations but no further decisions.

Wed May 7, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved supplemental NYSDOT agreement to fund Ridge Road resurfacing

The Public Works Committee approved a series of authorizations, each unanimously (4‑0), covering contracts, budget amendments, and staffing changes. Notably, it approved a supplemental agreement with NYSDOT to fund the construction phase of the Ridge Road resurfacing project. Additional approvals included snow‑removal budget amendments, a single‑source vendor designation, and the creation of a junior engineering position. The meeting adjourned after scheduling the next session for June 5.

Wed May 7, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

✓ Decided: Approved $9 million broadband agreement for 1,200 homes (4-1)

The committee approved several transmittals, including a 5‑0 vote to authorize a billboard services agreement with Lamar Advertising and a 5‑0 vote to reject a bid and accept a new bid for the 2025 travel guide printing. A 4‑1 vote approved an agreement with Charter Communications to provide broadband service to about 1,200 unserved households, allocating approximately $9 million. The committee also approved a 4‑1 resolution to reimburse County Planning Board members for travel to required annual training, a 5‑0 authorization to set a public hearing date on changes to the solid waste and recycling law, and a 5‑0 approval of an out‑of‑state travel request. Additionally, the committee agreed to pursue $50,000 in funding for the Wayne County Business Council for 2026, pending further approvals.

Tue May 6, 2025

Public Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Sheriff’s Office approved free boat space agreement with Oak Park Marina

The Public Safety Committee approved a series of authorizations, each unanimously (5-0). Items included travel for DOJ training, salary and contract approvals for the District Attorney’s Office, and a rescinded resolution with a new Thomson Reuters research agreement. The Sheriff’s Office received approvals for free boat space, jail medical services, rejection of jet‑ski bids, training facility use, and a SUNY Cortland intern. Emergency Management and EMS also received software and contract approvals.

Mon May 5, 2025

Human Services Committee

✓ Decided: Approved acceptance of NYS OCFS funds for Child Advocacy Center program

The Human Services Committee unanimously approved five transmittals, including a contract with Compeer Rochester, an amendment to the FACT program, a training agreement with Finger Lakes Community College, a reimbursement amendment with Lucas64 Rentals, and acceptance of state funds for the Multidisciplinary Team‑Child Advocacy Center. All five approvals recorded a 5‑0 vote. The committee also directed the Department of Social Services to pause new daycare applications and re‑certifications due to a loss of anticipated state funding.

Mon May 5, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

✓ Decided: County approves CredibleMind contract for public health services

The Health and Medical Services Committee approved a series of authorizations across public health, mental health, and the county nursing home, each with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Items included staffing changes, new contracts, budget amendments, and a mutual‑aid agreement. The meeting also approved the minutes from the March 31st session and entered a brief executive session before adjourning.

Wed Apr 23, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved Gerber Homes 14‑building apartment site plan and subdivision

The Planning Board approved six applications, including special permits for Williams Cattle, Dobbins homeless shelter, Westar short‑term rental, and Empire Wrecking; a use variance for Empire Realty; and both the site plan and subdivision for Gerber Homes. All motions passed with votes ranging from 10‑1 to 12‑0. No other business was taken up.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)

✓ Decided: Board approved March minutes and fund transfer resolutions

The board unanimously approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a resolution to move $2,867.24 from the operating account to the loan development account and $50,000 to a new money‑market account. The meeting was then adjourned.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

✓ Decided: Board approves asset capitalization threshold and railroad ownership steps

The board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved a resolution establishing a $1,000 asset capitalization threshold for financial reporting. Finally, the board approved a resolution authorizing next steps to transfer the Ontario Midland Railroad easement from Wayne County to WCIDA.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the March 2025 minutes. The board entered executive session at 9:47 A.M. and exited at 10:05 A.M. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:11 A.M.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board approved $225,000 youth diversion contract and related budget changes

The Board adopted Resolution 217-25 authorizing a vehicle‑detailing agreement for up to $10,500. It adopted Resolution 218-25 to contract Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. for PINS‑D services up to $225,000 and approved associated budget amendments. It also adopted Resolution 219-25 to accept a $25,000 adoption and legal‑guardian incentive grant and Resolution 220-25 to contract St. Peters Health Partners for forensic nursing services at $55,961. The reading of the March 18th minutes and the April 15th communications were waived.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Finance Committee unanimously approved the 2025 tax sale terms and numerous contracts

The Wayne County Finance Committee approved a series of authorizations, all with a 5‑0 vote. Key actions included accepting the terms for the 2025 tax sale, approving contracts for vehicle detailing, mental‑health services, and the county fair, and creating two new sheriff court‑security positions. No dissent was recorded on any item.

Thu Apr 3, 2025

Government Operations Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves two new sheriff court security positions and budget amendment

The Government Operations Committee approved several actions, including creating a supervisory nurse role in the Mental Health Department, adding two full‑time sheriff court security positions with a budget amendment, and setting a $250 daily fee for the West Walworth polling place. It also approved extensions for four election‑related grants, carried over the Hoffman Foundation Grant balance, and appointed a Director of Veterans Services. All approvals were unanimous 4‑0 votes.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple contracts, including a nursing home cooling tower

The Public Works Committee approved six contract authorizations, each with a unanimous 5‑0 vote, covering a nursing home cooling tower, solar energy credits, wastewater testing, an easement for NYSEG, roadside mowing agreements, and new highway projects. It also approved Steve Olson as a temporary replacement for the interim county administrator with a 3‑0 vote, while two members abstained. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Economic Development & Planning Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved the Local Solid Waste Management Plan

The committee approved the Local Solid Waste Management Plan, authorized a request for access to the state foreclosure database, and approved contracts for the 2025 Wayne County Fair, each by a 4‑0 vote. The committee also agreed to invite the Wayne County Business Council back next month to present its financial statements and business plan. Minutes from the March 5 meeting were approved as written.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Public Safety Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple safety contracts and added two sheriff court security positions

The committee approved the minutes from the March 4 meeting and received reports from the Coroner, Probation, Pre‑trial Services, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff, Emergency Management and EMS. It authorized a series of contracts and budget amendments, each passing unanimously (4‑0), including a student‑intern agreement with Nazareth University, a West Publishing subscription, a Keuka College affiliation, a jet ski purchase for the Marine Division, and the creation of two full‑time sheriff court‑security positions. All other presented transmittals were also approved unanimously.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Human Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved six service agreements and funding authorizations

The Human Services Committee approved six authorizations, each with a 4‑0 vote, covering forensic interviewing services, a vehicle‑detailing contract amendment, billboard advertising, a forensic nursing program, PINS‑Diversion services, and adoption/guardian incentive funding. All approvals were unanimous. The meeting also approved the minutes from the March 3rd meeting.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Health & Medical Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved hiring a remote part‑time psychiatrist and several staffing contracts

The committee approved a resolution to hire a part‑time, fully remote psychiatrist for essential services, with a pilot period ending Dec 31 2025, by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved creating a supervisory nurse position while abolishing a registered nurse role, contracting with Forward Leading IPA and amending the 2025 budget, accepting the Workforce Retention Grant, and increasing Optum I‑SNP rates, each by 4‑0 votes. Additional approvals included contracts with Lyons Veterinary Clinic for rabies specimen preparation and rabies vaccination clinics, and a data use agreement with the New York State Department of Health, all passed 4‑0. The meeting noted the cancellation of over $12 billion in federal Medicaid grants, resulting in $40 million loss for OASAS and $27 million for OMH.

Wed Mar 26, 2025

Wayne County Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved two large solar special permits in Butler town

The Planning Board approved a 7.2‑MW solar special permit at 4808 Wolcott Spring Lake Road and a 5.8‑MW solar special permit at 5675 Westbury Road, both in the Town of Butler. The Board also approved the site plan and special permit for the Martin’s Tide Side boat‑storage project at 7118 Route 14. All approvals were unanimous with only one abstention per motion.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Wayne County Civic Facilities Development Corporation (WCCFDC)

✓ Decided: Board approved resolution to sign county contract and share services

The board approved the February 2025 meeting minutes, with one member abstaining. It approved three resolutions: signing a county contract and sharing services, accepting the 2024 certified financial audit and Annual PARIS Report, and authorizing submission of the 2024 Annual Investment and Procurement Reports to PARIS. The board agreed to move operating funds into an interest‑bearing account and will adopt a formal resolution in April. The meeting was then adjourned.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

IDA-WEDC-CFDC - Audit Committees & Finance Committees

✓ Decided: WCIDA Finance Committee approved CD investment recommendation for board review

All three audit committees approved their March 25 minutes and recommended their audits and PARIS reports to the board. The WCIDA Finance Committee approved a recommendation to invest maturing CD funds in Savannah Bank at a 4.25% rate for a nine‑month term, pending board review. The finance committees for WEDC and WCCFDC approved minutes and reviewed insurance updates. No other business was taken.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA)

✓ Decided: WCIDA approved $1 million money‑market investment and new adaptive‑reuse PILOT

The board approved the February 2025 minutes (four members approved, two abstained). It adopted resolutions to accept the 2024 certified financial audit, the 2024 investment and procurement reports, and to place $1 million in a Community Bank money‑market account and a nine‑month CD at Savannah Bank with a 4.25% rate. The board also approved the initial PILOT agreement for the adaptive‑reuse project at 112 W. Miller Street, creating nine new apartments. The meeting was adjourned at 10:02 A.M.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Wayne Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)

✓ Decided: Board approved 2024 audit, reports, contracts and entered executive session

The board approved the February 2025 minutes (four votes in favor, two abstentions). It adopted resolutions accepting the 2024 certified financial audit, the 2024 Annual Investment and Procurement reports, and authorizing contracts for lawn care and brush‑hog clearing. The board entered and later exited an executive session and then adjourned the meeting.