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58 | RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE 2024 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX ROLL- TOWN OF CHARLESTON (REAL PROPERTY) | Sweet/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
59 | RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE 2024 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX ROLL- TOWN OF AMSTERDAM (REAL PROPERTY) | Majewski/Kowalczyk | Move to Full Legislature |
60 | RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE 2024 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX ROLL-TOWN OF CANAJOHARIE (REAL PROPERTY) | Allen/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
61 | RESOLUTION APPROVING ABSTRACT OF AUDITED CLAIMS (COUNTY LEGISLATURE) | Majewski/Purtell | Move to Full Legislature |
62 | RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 243 OF 2023-DELTA DENTAL RENEWAL AGREEMENT - (PERSONNEL) | Kelly/Kowalczyk | Move to Full Legislature |
63 | RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET WITH FOREITURE MONEY (DISTRICT ATTORNEY) | Kelly/Kowalczyk | Move to Full Legislature |
64 | RESOLUTION CONFIRMING MEMBERS - MONTGOMERY COUNTY CRIMINAL JUSTICE COORDINATING COUNCIL (PROBATION) | Kelly/Purtell | Move to Full Legislature |
65 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (DISTRICT ATTORNEY) | Wilson/Purtell | Move to Full Legislature |
66 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH NAPOLI SHKOLNIK AND TO COMMENCE LITIGATION -INSULIN (LEGISLATURE) | Wilson/Purtell | Move to Full Legislature |
67 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH COLLAR CITY FOR PROVISION OF GENERAL AUCTIONING SERVICES (COUNTY LEGISLATURE) | Kelly/Allen | Move to Full Legislature |
68 | RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR MADE BY THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
| Kowalczyk/Kelly | Move to Full Legislature |
69 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SANITARY DISTRICT NO.1 FOR THE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL OF LEACHATE FROM THE LANDFILLS LOCATED IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY - (SANITARY DISTRICT) | Sweet/Kelly | Move to Full Legislature |
70 | RESOLUTION CONFIRMING APPOINTMENT MADE BY THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO THE HUDSON MOHAWK RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (COUNTY LEGISLATURE) | Kowalczyk/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
71 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TOURISM) | Kelly/Kowalczyk | Move to Full Legislature |
72 | RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO COUNTY PLANNING BOARD (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING)
| Kelly/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
73 | RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGRICULTURE (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/PLANNING) | Kowalczyk/Majewski | Move to Full Legislature |
74 | RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - GRANT FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY WIDE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ASSESSMENT GRANT PROJECT – U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) - (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM) | Wilson/Majewski | Move to Full Legislature |
75 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET -FARMLAND PROTECTION (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM) | Kelly/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
76 | RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET – STATEWIDE MASS TRANSPORTATION OPERATING ASSISTANCE (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING AND TOURISM) | Kelly/Majewski | Move to Full Legislature |
77 | RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - AUTHORIZING USE OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN FUNDS FOR MULTIPLE PROJECTS APPROVED IN THE 2022 BUDGET YEAR (COUNTY LEGISLATURE) | Majewski/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
78 | RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - GRANT FUNDING FOR MICROENTERPRISE PROJECT – HOMES AND COMMUNITY RENEWAL (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM) | Kelly/Kowalczyk | Move to Full Legislature |
79 | RESOLUTION ACCEPTING NELLISTON-FORT PLAIN BROWNFIELD OPPORTUNITY AREA PLAN GRANT AND AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING AND TOURISM) | Kelly/Sweet | Move to Full Legislature |
80 | RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT FROM NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION-THE WALTER ELWOOD NATURE TRAIL AND AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM) | Kowalczyk/Kelly | Move to Full Legislature |
81 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN CONTRACT - FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE (COUNTY EXECUTIVE) | Wilson/Majewski | Move to Full Legislature |
82 | RESOLUTON AUTHORIZING COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AGREEMENT FOR LANDFILL REPORTING SERVICES AT THE CLOSED EASTERN AND CENTRAL LANDFILLS (PUBLIC WORKS) | Purtell/Majewski | Move to Full Legislature |
83 | RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT FUNDS FOR NYS HEALTHCARE WORKER BONUS PROGRAM (PUBLIC/MENTAL HEALTH) | Kelly/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
84 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - CARRYOVER GRANT FUNDS COVID IAP (PUBLIC HEALTH) | Purtell/Kelly | Move to Full Legislature |
RESOLUTION NO. 58 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE 2024 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX ROLL- TOWN OF CHARLESTON (REAL PROPERTY)
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WHEREAS, an application (RP-556) has been filed for a correction to the 2024 County and Town Tax Roll for the Town of Charleston, pursuant to Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, with the Real Property Director, alleging an error on the 2024 Tax Roll:
Parcel 135.-1-22 , owned by Joshua and Alicia Mahler was charged with a school relevy due to an error by the Schoharie Central School District; and
WHEREAS, said Director has investigated and filed reports, pursuant to said law; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature has reviewed the Real Property Director's reports and application; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature finds that there was an error, shown as Clerical Error, that is applicable in the application for correction; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 6 of 2024 allows the Auditor to sign corrections that do not exceed $2,500, and any corrections in excess of that amount must be determined by the Legislature;
RESOLVED, that the tax levying body hereby is authorized to and directed to approve said application by making notations on the original application and the duplicate, and by entering the corrected extension of taxes; and
RESOLVED, that said Director of Real Property is also authorized to and directed to make an order setting forth the corrected taxes, and directing the officer having jurisdiction over the tax roll to correct the roll, and to affix the order and approved apllications to the tax roll and the warrants, per Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, such annexed applications and warrants becoming part of such rolls; and
RESOLVED, that the Director of Real Property shall immediately submit to the officers having jurisdiction over the tax rolls, and above order, all applications; and
RESOLVED, that the Director of Real Property shall mail notices of approval of the applications' to the applicants and the Auditor shall submit a monthly report, setting forth all corrections and/or refunds processed, to the Legislature; and
RESOLVED, that, provided the applications were filed pursuant to Paragraph 10 of Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, the applicants shall have 8 days from the date of mailing of the notice of approval, to pay such corrected taxes due, if any, without interest; and
RESOLVED, that said officers having charge of the tax rolls are hereby ordered and directed to immediately collect the correct tax; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is directed to charge any taxes deleted from the current roll, by this resolution, wherever appropriate, against the account of the respective property taxing jurisdiction in the next ensuing tax levy; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is directed to notify the appropriate districts, prior to May 1, 2024 of any levy cancelled by this resolution that will be charged back on the ensuing tax roll.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Approving the application for correction to the 2024 Town and County Tax Roll (Town of Charleston)
II. Justification:
Review of the application for Correction of Errors
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to RPTL 556, an application for correction was filed with the Director of Real Property. The Director of Real Property is recommending that the application be approved for a reduction of over $2,500 making it subject to review by the Montgomery County Legislature.
IV. Financial Impact:
The total reduction of $4,548.23 (to be charged back to Schoharie Central School)
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RESOLUTION NO. 59 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE 2024 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX ROLL- TOWN OF AMSTERDAM (REAL PROPERTY)
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WHEREAS, an application (RP-554) has been filed for a correction to the 2024 Town and County Tax Roll for the Town of Amsterdam, pursuant to Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, with the Director of Real Property, alleging an error on the 2024 Tax Roll:
Parcel 22.-3-19.2, owned by James Simek, Susan Simek and Joshua Hohler was assessed for a Solar Operation that is not on this parcel; and
WHEREAS, said Director of Real Property has investigated and filed reports, pursuant to said law; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature has reviewed the Real Property Director's reports and application; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature finds that there was an error, shown as an Error In Essential Fact, that is applicable in the application for correction; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 6 of 2024 allows the Montgomery County Auditor to sign corrections that do not exceed $2,500, and any corrections in excess of that amount must be determined by the Montgomery County Legislature
RESOLVED, that the tax levying body hereby is authorized to and directed to approve said application by making notations on the original application and the duplicate, and by entering the corrected extension of taxes; and
RESOLVED, that the said Director of Real Property is also authorized to and directed to make an order setting forth the corrected taxes, and directing the officer having jurisdiction over the tax roll to correct the roll, and to affix the order and approved applications to the tax roll and the warrants, per Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, such annexed applications and warrants becoming part of such rolls; and
RESOLVED, that the Director of Real Property shall immediately submit to the officers having jurisdiction over the tax rolls, and above order, all applications; and
RESOLVED, that the said Director of Real Property shall mail notices of approval of the applications to the applicants and the Auditor shall submit a monthly report , setting forth all corrections and/or refunds processed, to the Legislature; and
RESOLVED, that, provided the applications were filed pursuant to Paragraph 7A of 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, the applicants will have 8 days from the date of mailing of the notice of approval, to pay such corrected taxes due, if any, without interest; and
RESOLVED, that said officers having charge of the tax rolls are hereby ordered and directed to immediately collect the correct tax; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Treasurer is directed to charge any taxes deleted from the current roll, by this resolution, wherever appropriate, against the account of the respective property taxing jurisdiction in the next ensuing tax levy; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is directed to notify the appropriate districts prior to May 1, 2024 of any levy cancelled by this resolution that will be charged back on the ensuing tax roll.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Approving the correction to the 2024 Town and County Tax Roll (Town of Amsterdam)
II. Justification:
Review of the application for Correction of Errors
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to RPTL 554, an application for correction was filed with the Director of Real Property. The Director is recommending that the application be approved for a reduction of over $2,500 making it subject to review by the Montgomery County Legislature.
IV. Financial Impact:
The total reduction of $6,195.72 ($2,444.71 charge back to Town) ($3,751.01 reduction to County tax)
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RESOLUTION NO. 60 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE 2024 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX ROLL-TOWN OF CANAJOHARIE (REAL PROPERTY)
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WHEREAS, An application (RP-554) has been filed for correction to the 2024 Town and County Tax Roll for the Town of Canajoharie, pursuant to Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, with the Real Property Director, alleging an error on the 2024 Tax Roll.
Parcel 98.-1-9.1 owned by Henry and Judy L. Cauwenburghs is on the tax roll in error (said parcel does not exist).
WHEREAS, said Director has investigated and filed reports, pursuant to said law; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature has reviewed the Real Property Tax Director's reports and application; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature finds that there was an error, shown as a Clerical Error, which is applicable in the application for correction.
WHEREAS, Resolution 6 of 2024 allows the Auditor to sign corrections that do not exceed $2,500.00 and any corrections in excess of that amount must be determined by the Legislature.
RESOLVED, that the tax levying body hereby is authorized and directed to approve said application by making notations on the original application and duplicate, and by entering the corrected extension of taxes; and
RESOLVED, that said Director of Real Property is also authorized to and directed to make an order setting forth the corrected taxes, and directing the officer having jurisdiction over the tax roll to correct the roll, and to affix the order and approved applications to the tax roll and the warrants, per Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, such annexed applications and warrants becoming part of such rolls; and
RESOLVED, that the Director of Real Property shall immediately submit to the officers having jurisdiction over the rolls, and above order, all applications; and
RESOLVED, that the Director of Real Property shall mail notices of approval of the application to the applicants and the Auditor shall submit a monthly report setting forth all corrections and/or refunds processed, to the Legislature; and
RESOLVED, that, provided the applications were filed pursuant to Paragraph 7A of Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, the applicants shall have 8 days, from the date of mailing the notice of approval, to pay any corrected taxes, without interest; and
RESOLVED, the said officers having charge of the tax rolls are hereby ordered and directed to immediately collect the correct tax, if any; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is directed to charge any taxes deleted from the current roll, by this resolution, wherever appropriate, against the account of the respective property's taxing jurisdiction for the inclusion in the next ensuing tax levy; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is directed to notify the appropriate districts, prior to May 1, 2024 of any levy cancelled by this resolution that will be charged back on the ensuing tax roll.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Approving the application for correction to the 2024 Town and County Tax Roll (Canajoharie)
II. Justification:
Review of the application for Correction of Errors (RP-554)
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to the RPTL 554, an application for correction was filed with the Director of Real Property. The Director of Real Proerty is recommending that the application be approved for a reduction of over $2,500.00 making it subject to review by the Montgomery County Legislature.
IV. Financial Impact:
The total reduction to the tax levy is $4,516.08 (tax bill of $4,516.08 to be voided)
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RESOLUTION NO. 61 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION APPROVING ABSTRACT OF AUDITED CLAIMS (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the Audit Guidelines, Section 2.02 (2), requires after examination and review of the claims by the County Auditor, and there being no objection to any of the claims by any committee or Board member, shall move that the claims as audited are approved and presented to the Board for approval of payment; and
WHEREAS, the County Auditor has audited claims for the period of December 28, 2023 through February 27, 2024 and the County Auditor recommends the payment of the claims as attached hereto in the "Abstract of Audited Claims".
RESOLVED, after examination and review of the claims by the County Auditor, the claims are audited and attached hereto, are hereby approved for payment by the Montgomery County Legislature
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
APPROVING ABSTRACT OF AUDITED CLAIMS
II. Justification:
Pursuant to the Audit Guidelines, Section 2.02 (2), requires after examination and review of the claims by the County Auditor, and there being no objection to any of the claims by any committee or Board member, shall move that the claims as audited are approved and presented to the Board for approval of payment
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to the Audit Guidelines, Section 2.02 (2), requires after examination and review of the claims by the County Auditor, and there being no objection to any of the claims by any committee or Board member, shall move that the claims as audited are approved and presented to the Board for approval of payment.
IV. Financial Impact:
No impact on the fund balance
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RESOLUTION NO. 62 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 243 OF 2023-DELTA DENTAL RENEWAL AGREEMENT - (PERSONNEL)
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WHEREAS, Resolution 243 of 2023 approved the renewal of the Delta Dental Contract for 2024; and
WHEREAS, there was a typographical error in the body of the resolution as it relates to the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the term of the contract should reflect 1/1/2024 through 12/31/2025; and
RESOLVED, that Resolution 243 of 2023 is amended in its entirety to correct the term of the contract to be from 1/1/2024-12/31/2025
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution to correct a typographical error in the body of the resolution as it relates to the term of the contract
II. Justification:
The multiyear Delta Dental contract was enacted on 10/27/2023 and should reflect the correct expiration date
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 3 of the Montgomery County Charter the Montgomery County Executive has the authority to enter into contracts.
IV. Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact to the 2024 operating budget as this is clerical correction.
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RESOLUTION NO. 63 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET WITH FOREITURE MONEY (DISTRICT ATTORNEY)
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WHEREAS, forfeiture money from several criminal cases in the amount of $5,381.52 have been deposited with the Montgomery County Treasurer and placed in Revenue Line .2626 (Forfeiture Crime Proceeds - Restricted), and
WHEREAS, said forfeiture funds are to be used to purchase equipment, pay for training and provide funds for travel related to extradition of defendants for various law enforcement agencies throughout Montgomery County, it is
RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Treasurer is hereby authorized to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE REVENUES:
A-25-3-2626 | Forfeiture Crime Proceeds - Restricted | $5,381.52 |
INCREASE EXPENDITURES:
A-25-4-1165-.4522 | DA/Law Enforcement Program | $5,381.52 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
To use forfeiture money from drug related prosecutions in Montgomery County to purchase equipment, provide money for training to law enforcement agencies throughout Montgomery County as well as provide money for travel related expenses in connection with extraditing defendants from other states back to NYS for prosecution with no cost to the County of Montgomery.
II. Justification:
Law enforcement agencies benefit from purchases made using forfeiture money for equipment, training and travel that they would otherwise not have available to them. Said funds were deposited with the Montgomery County Treasurer on December 28, 2023 in the amount of $5,381.52.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
None, forfeiture money deposited will offset expenditures.
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RESOLUTION NO. 64 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING MEMBERS - MONTGOMERY COUNTY CRIMINAL JUSTICE COORDINATING COUNCIL (PROBATION)
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WHEREAS, Article 13-A, Section 261, of NYS Executive Law requires certain appointments to be made to the Montgomery County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council; and
WHEREAS, additional members beyond the specified appointments within the Executive Law are encouraged by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services; and
WHEREAS, the representative of private organization operating within the county who has experience and involvement in alternatives to incarceration programs or pre-trial service programs, an ex-offender, and a crime victim shall be designated by the Montgomery County Executive; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that the Council be updated by resolution annually to reflect the people who are currently in each designated position.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Legislature hereby confirms that the 2023 Council shall consist of the following:
POSITION |
NAME |
County Court Judge vAC |
Vacant |
Town Court Judge |
Honorable Thomas Nethaway, Town of Amsterdam |
District Attorney |
Lorriane Diamond |
Legal Services Representative |
William F. Martuscello, Public Defender |
Member of the Montgomery County Legislature |
Chad Majewski, Public Safety Committee Chairperson |
Director of Probation |
Eric Girard |
Chief Administrative Officer |
Matthew Ossenfort |
Representative of Local Police Agency |
Carl Rust, Montgomery County Undersheriff |
Reprsentative of Private Agency involved with ATI |
Alyssa Rogers, Creative Connections Clubhouse |
Ex-Offender |
Dale Haight |
Crime Victim |
Jean Karutis |
County Executive |
Matthew Ossenfort |
Director of Community Mental Hygiene Services |
Sara Boerenko |
NYS Certified Alcohol/Substance Abuse Treatment Provider Program for Women |
Amanda Mckeough, Clinical Director of MHA |
(Additional Members)
POSITION |
NAME |
Hamilton, Fulton and Montgomery Prevention Council |
Rachel Truckenmiller |
Corrections Administrator |
Robert Barbuti |
Director of Youth, ATI & Veterans |
Brenda Rava |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Appointment of members to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
II. Justification:
Article 13A, Section 261 of the NYS Executive Law calls for certain appointments to a County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.
III. Legislative Impact:
Appointment resolution - no impact
IV. Financial Impact:
Appointment resolution - no financial impact
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RESOLUTION NO. 65 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (DISTRICT ATTORNEY)
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WHEREAS, the District Attorney's Office received grant funding pursuant to the Criminal Justice Discovery Reform Grant; and
WHEREAS, the terms of the grant allocates a portion of the grant to local law enforcement agencies; and
WHEREAS, said grant funding has been received and deposited into the Appropriated Fund Balance; and
WHEREAS, the following amount was allocated to Amsterdam Police Department:
$3,000.00
RESOLVED, the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE:
A599 | Appropriated Fund Balance | $3,000.00 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS:
A-25-4-1165-00-4522 | DA/Law Enforcement Program | $3,000.00 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Transfer of funds received by county that are allocated pursuant to the terms of the Criminal Justice Discovery Reform Grant Funding Plan to the designated law enforcement agency (Amsterdam Police Department).
II. Justification:
Pursuant ot the terms of the Criminal Justice Discovery Reform Grant.
III. Legislative Impact:
The Montgomery County Legislature has the authority to approve the acceptance and distribution of grants.
IV. Financial Impact:
None. Transfer of funds deposited into Appropriated Fund Balance but earmarked for local law enforcement agency (Amsterdam Police Department).
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RESOLUTION NO. 66 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH NAPOLI SHKOLNIK AND TO COMMENCE LITIGATION -INSULIN (LEGISLATURE)
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WHEREAS, there have been litigations related to drug overcharges regarding insulin's and other diabetic medications, and
WHEREAS, many, if not the majority of Counties in New York like the County of Montgomery “self-insure,” meaning that they themselves pay the costs of workers compensation, health insurance and pharmaceuticals for their employees, dependents and retirees, and
WHEREAS, because the County of Montgomery directly purchases, indirectly reimburses for, or otherwise pays for the drugs at issue, the Montgomery County Legislature wishes to recover damages from wrongful price fixing, market division, and other antitrust violations.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Legislatures authorizes Montgomery County joining the other counties of New York in civil litigation alleging price fixing, market division, and other antitrust violations and any other related causes of action, including causes of action incurred at the Montgomery County Jail related to insulin's and other diabetic medications, and be it further
RESOLVED, that upon review and approval of the County Attorney, Montgomery County authorizes and directs the Montgomery County Executive to enter into an agreement with Napoli Shkolnik PLLC. to effectuate this resolution in connection with working with the County Attorney to investigate and bring an action against manufacturers related to drug overcharges related to insulin's and other diabetic medications at no fee or cost to Montgomery County unless a monetary recovery acceptable to Montgomery County is obtained by Napoli Shkolnik PLLC. , in which case the maximum contingent attorneys' fees shall be a twenty-five percent gross fee with costs .
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH NAPOLI SHKOLNIK AND TO COMMENCE LITIGATION -INSULIN (LEGISLATURE)
II. Justification:
The County of Montgomery directly purchases, indirectly reimburses for, or otherwise pays for the drugs at issue, the Montgomery County Legislature wishes to recover damages from wrongful price fixing, market division, and other antitrust violations.
III. Legislative Impact:
Authorized pursuant to Articles 2 and 3 of the Montgomery County Charter.
IV. Financial Impact:
Anticipated in funds coming back to the county.
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RESOLUTION NO. 67 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH COLLAR CITY FOR PROVISION OF GENERAL AUCTIONING SERVICES (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
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WHEREAS, it is necessary to hire a company to run general auctions for Montgomery County; and
WHEREAS, Montgomery County issued a Request for Proposals in 2023 for auctioning; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature wishes to award the contract to Collar City as the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Executive is hereby directed to sign a contract with Collar City for a term of five years to run the auctioning services for Montgomery County
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH COLLAR CITY FOR PROVISION OF GENERAL AUCTIONING SERVICES (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
II. Justification:
It is necessary to hire a company to run general auctions for Montgomery County.
III. Legislative Impact:
Authorized pursuant to Article 3 of the Charter.
IV. Financial Impact:
It is anticipated that this contract for auctioning services will result in a financial gain to the County.
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RESOLUTION NO. 68 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR MADE BY THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
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WHEREAS, pursuant to §10.03 of the Montgomery County Charter there shall be a Public Health Director who meets the combination of education and experience deemed appropriate by the State Commissioner of Health, who shall be appointed by the County Executive, subject to confirmation by the County Legislature; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to §2.08 of the Montgomery County Charter the County Legislature shall undergo a committee review of appointees and confirm appointments no longer than sixty (60) days after the appointment has been filed with the Clerk of the Legislature; and
WHEREAS, it has been less than sixty (60) days after the appointment was filed with the Clerk of the Legislature.
RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Legislature approves and confirms the appointment of Sara Boerenko as Public Health Director with the powers and duties set forth under §10.04 of the Montgomery County Charter, for a term of 6 years from April 24, 2023- April 23, 2029 and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is understood and agreed that such benefits of defense and indemnification are conferred upon Sara Boerenko as Public Health Director for any acts or omissions while acting within the scope of her duties as Public Health Director.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(6). Legislator Headwell, Jr. voted Nay. Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR MADE BY THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE
II. Justification:
Pursuant to §10.03 of the Montgomery County Charter there shall be a Department of Health under the direction of the Public Health Director who shall be appointed by the County Executive, subject to confirmation by the County Legislature
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to §2.08 of the Montgomery County Charter the County Legislature shall confirm appointments no longer than sixty (60) days after the appointment has been filed with the Clerk of the Legislature; and pursuant to §2.08 of the Montgomery County Charter the County Legislature shall undergo a committee review of appointees.
IV. Financial Impact:
Fully funded in the 2024 Operating Budget
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RESOLUTION NO. 69 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SANITARY DISTRICT NO.1 FOR THE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL OF LEACHATE FROM THE LANDFILLS LOCATED IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY - (SANITARY DISTRICT)
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WHEREAS, Montgomery County has entered into an Intermunicipal Agreement with Schoharie and Otsego Counties for the purpose of landfill management: and
WHEREAS, said agreement calls for Montgomery County to provide post closure services and bill other counties; and
WHEREAS, the leachate generated by the landfills needs to be treated at a sewage treatment plant, and the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 operates such plant: and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 did an upgrade at their wastewater treatment plant in 2018 that allows for the acceptance, treatment and disposal of the leachate generated by landfills; and
WHEREAS, the current contract with Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 which sets forth the provisions for the acceptance of the leachate generated by the landfills for treatment (herein after referred to as the "leachate agreement") needs to be renewed; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 is a department of Montgomery County; and
WHEREAS, Montgomery County and Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 will both benefit from the Leachate Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Legislature hereby authorizes and directs the County Executive, following the review and approval of the County Attorney, to sign the Leachate Agreement, which is an agreement for leachate disposal, with the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 expiring on December 31, 2024 at a rate of 0.030 cents per gallon up to two (2) million gallons, and 0.0225 cents per gallon after.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Authorizing the County Executive to sign the Leachate Agreement between Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1
II. Justification:
Montgomery County has entered into an intermunicipal Agreement with Schoharie and Otsego Counties for the purpose of landfill management, which requires Montgomery County to provide post closure services and bill the other counties. The agreement currently in place to dispose of leachate for the landfills with the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1 needs to be renewed.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to General Municipal Law 119-o municipal corporations have the power to enter into agreements for the performance among themselves or one for the other of their respective functions, powers and duties on a cooperative contract basis.
Pursuant to Article 3 of the Montgomery County Charter, the Montgomery County Executive has the authority to enter into contracts
IV. Financial Impact:
Increased revenue for the Montgomery County Sanitary District No.1. Cost savings for Montgomery County.
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RESOLUTION NO. 70 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING APPOINTMENT MADE BY THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO THE HUDSON MOHAWK RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
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WHEREAS, the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council is an independent nonprofit group that provides local leadership required for development and carrying out a plan for the orderly development, improvement, conservation and wise use of the natural resources thereby improving the economic opportunities of the people within the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Area consisting of Albany, Columbia, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselear and Schenectady counties; and
WHEREAS, membership of the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council shall consist of one representative from the County Legislature or Board of Supervisors of each of the six counties along with two representatives appointed by the Soil and Water Conservation District from each of the six counties with a member at large elected by a simple majority of the Council members present; and
WHEREAS, membership on the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council shall continue until a replacement is appointed; and
WHEREAS, all members must be in attendance of four meetings a year and failure to do so will result in a letter to the appointing authority requesting another representative; and
WHEREAS, the County Executive has appointed Legislator Martin Kelly to be the representative on the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council; and
WHEREAS, this appointment has undergone committee review.
RESOLVED, the Montgomery County Legislature hereby confirms the appointment of Legislator Martin Kelly made by the County Executive to the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council for a term of January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Confirming Appointments made by the County Executive to the Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council
II. Justification:
Legislative representation on Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation and Development Council
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 3 of the Charter the Montgomery County Executive has the authority to make appointments.
IV. Financial Impact:
Appointment resolution - no financial impact
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RESOLUTION NO. 71 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature encourages and supports tourism promotion within Montgomery County; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Economic Development and Planning Office (the County's Tourism Promotion Agency) applied for the New York State - "I Love New York" funds for the 2024 tourism year; and
WHEREAS, a total of $48,900 in funds for this program were adopted in the 2024 Operating Budget; and
WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Economic Development & Planning Office (the County’s Tourism Promotion Agency) was awarded a grant in the amount of $107,616 (projected local match of $53,808) for the County’s 2024 tourism and promotion programs; and;
WHEREAS, the increase in the amount awarded has caused for the Department to transfer funds to certain lines in the 2024 budget; and
RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: | ||
1011 .00. 4578 | I LOVE NY-TOURISM | $4,908 |
INCREASE REVENUE: | ||
1011 .00. 4578 | I LOVE NY-TOURISM | $4,908 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Amending the 2024 Operating Budget.
II. Justification:
The Montgomery County Economic Development & Planning Office (the County’s Tourism Promotion Agency) was awarded a larger grant sum than intitally anticpated, which will only further the goal of encouraging and supporting tourism promotion within Montgomery County.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Section 2.04(b) the County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
The increase to the appropriation will be funded through the already budgeted 2024 Bed Tax Contribution line.
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RESOLUTION NO. 72 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO COUNTY PLANNING BOARD (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING)
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WHEREAS, Local Law 2 of 2018 established a County Planning Board in Montgomery County; and
WHEREAS, the County Planning Board shall consist of nine (9) regular members and two (2) alternate members to be appointed by the Legislature; and
WHEREAS, the respective terms of the members of the Planning Board shall be commensurate with that of the Legislature.
RESOLVED, the Montgomery County Legislature hereby confirms the following appointments:
APPOINTEE ADDRESS REPRESENTING TERM EXPIRATION
Angela Frederick 6711 Sthway 5s, Fort Plain, NY 13339 District #1 12/31/2025
Mark Hoffman 2306 Hickory Hill Road, Fonda, NY 12068 District #2 12/31/2025
Peter Lyden 98 Otsego St. Canajoharie, NY 13317 District #3 12/31/2025
David Weiner 139 Fox Street, Esperance, NY 12066 District #4 12/31/2025
District #5 12/31/2025
Irene Collins 322 Guy Park Ave., Amsterdam, NY 12010 District #6 12/31/2025
Frank Szyjkowski 54 McNeir Ave., Amsterdam, NY 12010 District #7 12/31/2025
Francis Maphia Jr 32 Phillips St., Amsterdam, NY 12010 District #8 12/31/2025
Erin Covey PO Box 145, Hagaman, NY 12086 District #9 12/31/2025
Wayne De Mallie 10 Caroline Street, Amsterdam, NY 12010 Alternate Member 12/31/2025
Betty Sanders 163 Gerhartz Rd, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428 Alternate Member 12/31/2025
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
This resolution re-appoints members to the County Planning Board.
II. Justification:
A resolution is required to appoint County Planning Board members.
III. Legislative Impact:
General Municipal Law 12(b) states that members and officers of a County Planning Board shall be selected in a number and manner determined by the County Legislative Body. The Montgomery County Legislature passed Local 1 of 2014 to govern the Montgomery County Planning Board.
IV. Financial Impact:
Members of this board are volunteer in nature, therefore, there is no financial impact.
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RESOLUTION NO. 73 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGRICULTURE (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/PLANNING)
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WHEREAS, by Resolution 54 of 2004 the Board of Supervisors re-established a special advisory committee to develop and oversee implementation of programs to promote and market Montgomery County agricultural opportunities, and
WHEREAS, said committee provides general direction to any groups responsible for county-sponsored programs related to agricultural economic development, and
WHEREAS, said committee's membership is be appointed by the County Legislature, with membership to include:
Active Farmer
Agribusiness
Montgomery County Legislator
Farm Bureau Representative
Chamber of Commerce Representative
Farm Service Agency Representative
Economic Development/Planning Representative
Cornell Cooperative Extension Association Board Representative
Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board Representative
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WHEREAS, all members of said advisory committee serve at the pleasure of the County Legislature, and
WHEREAS, said advisory committee is to tender written quarterly reports to the County Legislature.
RESOLVED, the following are hereby appointed as members of the Agriculture Economic Development Advisory:
Amy Hoefele |
Active Farmer |
John Lesniewski |
Agribusiness |
Martin Kelly |
Montgomery County Legislator |
Vicky Jennings |
Farm Bureau Representative |
Anne Boyles |
Chamber of Commerce Representative |
Sandy Scott |
Farm Service Agency Representative |
Alex Kuttesch |
Economic Development/Planning Representative |
Brian Gilchrist |
Cornell Cooperative Ext. Assoc. Board Representative |
Vacant |
Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board Representative |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
APPOINTING MEMBERS - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGRICULTURE
II. Justification:
Change in committee membership
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to the charter the legislature has the authority to make appointments
IV. Financial Impact:
Appointing resolution - no financial impact
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RESOLUTION NO. 74 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - GRANT FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY WIDE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ASSESSMENT GRANT PROJECT – U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) - (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, Resolution 78 of 2021, 29 of 2022 and 50 of 2023 authorized the County Executive to sign contracts with United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to request funding in order to inventory, characterize, assess, and conduct cleanup, planning and community involvement related activities for brownfield sites along the Mohawk River in which Montgomery County was awarded and said funds were included in the 2022 and 2023 Operating Budget: and
WHEREAS, the Department of Economic Development & Planning is assisting in implementing and administering said grant on behalf of Montgomery County to complete the project; and
WHEREAS, to date, said funds for program were not completely received or expended as of December 31, 2023, and
WHEREAS, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget to receive and provide for grant funding to allow for completion of the community Wide Hazardous Substances Assessment Grant.
INCREASE REVENUES:
A-24-3-4789 | Other Econ Assistance & Opport |
$12,626.67 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS:
A-24-4-6430-00.4438 | Misc Supporting Services | $12,626.67 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution authorizes and amendment to the 2024 Operating Budget to carry forward funds in relation the Community Wide Hazardous Assessment Grant.
II. Justification:
Resolution is necessary to pay for said work associated with grant.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make approrpriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
Revenues recieved from the grant offset appropriations.
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RESOLUTION NO. 75 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET -FARMLAND PROTECTION (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, Resolution 71 of 2022 and 54 of 2023 authorized the County Executive to sign a contract amendment up to $13,000 with the Mohawk Land Conservancy, for the Farmland Protection Agriculture grant, which, has a significant role in the County’s economy, protection of the environment, open space and beauty; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism is implementing and administering said grant on behalf of Montgomery County to complete said projects; and
WHEREAS, to date, said funds were not completely expended as of December 31, 2023, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to carry forward said funding in the 2024 Operating Budget to bring said project to fruition.
RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget to provide for the Farmland Protection Grant and allow for completion of said projects.
INCREASE REVENUES: |
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A-511 |
Appropriated Reserve - Farmland Protection |
$11,450 |
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INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: |
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A-24-4-6430-00-.4438 |
Misc. Supporting Services |
$11,450 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution authorizes an amendment to the 2024 Operating Budget to carry forward funds in relation to a contract associated with Farmland Protection Grants.
II. Justification:
Resolutions is necessary to pay for said work associated with grant.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
Funds for this were appropriated fromthe Farmland Protection reserve account.
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RESOLUTION NO. 76 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET – STATEWIDE MASS TRANSPORTATION OPERATING ASSISTANCE (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING AND TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, the County pursuant to Section 18-b of Transportation Law Statewide Mass Transportation Operating Assistance Program (STOA) is responsible for the local share of the quarterly mass transportation operating assistance service payments; and
WHEREAS, said payments will be provided to the Capital District Transportation Authority the County’s provider for mass transportation.
RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows to allow for the additional receipt and disbursement of payment:
INCREASE: |
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A 599 |
Appropriated Fund Balance |
$78,000 |
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INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: |
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A-24-4-5630-00.4475 |
Transportation |
$78,000 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution is necessary to pay County’s local share of the STOA payments to CDTA.
II. Justification:
Per Section 18-b of Transportation Law the County is obligated to pay the local share.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
$78,000 would be allocated from the Fund Balance.
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RESOLUTION NO. 77 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - AUTHORIZING USE OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN FUNDS FOR MULTIPLE PROJECTS APPROVED IN THE 2022 BUDGET YEAR (COUNTY LEGISLATURE)
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WHEREAS, Resolutions 112, 118, 169, 191, 194, 196, 216, 221, 233, 235, 236, 264, 265 and 266 of 2022 and resolutions 55 and 71 of 2023 authorized the use of American Rescue funds for the purpose of assisting local non-profit organizations with a specific need and or improvement on particular projects designated as an allowable use of the American Rescue Funds and said funds were included in the 2023 Operating Budget; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Economic Development & Planning is implementing and administering said grants on behalf of Montgomery County to complete said projects; and
WHEREAS, to date, said funds were not completely expended as of December 31, 2023, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to carry forward said funding in the 2024 Operating Budget to bring said projects to fruition.
RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget to provide for the American Rescue grant funding to allow for completion of said projects.
INCREASE REVENUES:
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A-6-3-4089-00 |
Federal Aid, Other |
$2,229,013.00 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: |
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A-24-4-6430-00-.4438 |
Misc Supporting Services |
$2,229,013.00 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(6). Legislator Kelly abstained. Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution authorizes amendment to the 2024 Operating Budget to carry over American Rescue Plan Funds Grants to various entities.
II. Justification:
Resolution is necessary for grant funds to be disbursed.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
Funds for said grants are derived from the County's American Rescue Plan Funds.
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RESOLUTION NO. 78 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - GRANT FUNDING FOR MICROENTERPRISE PROJECT – HOMES AND COMMUNITY RENEWAL (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, Resolution 259 of 2023 authorized the County Executive to sign contracts with Homes and Community Renewal (NYSHCR) to request funding in order to assist local businesses that target start-up and expanding small businesses throughout the boundaries of Montgomery County in which Montgomery County was awarded and said funds were included in the 2023 Operating Budget; and authorize the County Executive to sign contracts with local businesses that were awarded the Microenterprise Grant; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Economic Development & Planning is implementing and administering said grant on behalf of Montgomery County to complete the project; and
WHEREAS, to date, said funds for program were not completely received or expended as of December 31, 2023; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to carry forward said funding in the 2024 Operating Budget to bring said project to fruition.
RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget to receive and provide for grant funding to allow for completion of the Microenterprise grant.
INCREASE REVENUES: |
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A-24-3-3789 |
Other Econ Assistance & Opport |
$300,000 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: |
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A-24-4-6430-00-.4431 |
Professional Services |
$300,000 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution authorizes an amendment to the 2024 Operating Budget to carry forward funds in relation to the County's Micro Enterprise Grant Program.
II. Justification:
Resolution is necessary to pay recipients of said grant funds.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
Revenues received from the grant offset appropriations.
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RESOLUTION NO. 79 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING NELLISTON-FORT PLAIN BROWNFIELD OPPORTUNITY AREA PLAN GRANT AND AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING AND TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) accepted applications through the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) for projects that would further the goals and objectives of the Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Program; and
WHEREAS, Montgomery County submitted an application through the 2023 CFA process for a Fort Plain and Nelliston joint municipal brownfield opportunity area nomination study; and
WHEREAS, the project requested funding in order to complete the planning process necessary to designate the municipalities as a Brownfield Opportunity Area; and
WHEREAS, that said grant funding was awarded in the amount of $100,350 from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) with a Village of Nelliston share of $3,500 and a Village of Fort Plain share of $3,500 in the form of cash, and a County share of $4,500 in-kind services;
RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Department of Economic Development & Planning is hereby authorized to administer said application on behalf of Montgomery County; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, upon review of the provided contract with New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) by the County Attorney, the County Executive is hereby authorized to sign said contract and any other associated materials related to said grant, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE REVENUES: |
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A-24-3-3789 |
State Ec. Assistance and Opportunity |
$100,350 |
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INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: |
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A-24-4-6430-00-.4431 |
Professional Services |
$100,350 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution authorizes amendment to the 2024 operating budget to accept, allocate and receive funds associated with the BOA grant received by the County as it relates to the BOA nomination study.
II. Justification:
To work cooperatively with the Villages on a grant that involves economic development and planning within the county.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter the Montgomery County Legislature has the authority to appropriate funds.
IV. Financial Impact:
The County has an in kind match of $4,500 in donated professional services for this grant.
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RESOLUTION NO. 80 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT FROM NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION-THE WALTER ELWOOD NATURE TRAIL AND AMENDING 2024 OPERATING BUDGET (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING & TOURISM)
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WHEREAS, the County was awarded a grant in the amount of $50,000 from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to develop a walking and interpretive trail along the North Chuctanunda Creek adjacent to the Walter Elwood Museum in The City of Amsterdam.
RESOLVED, the County Executive is hereby authorized to sign any documents associated with said grant funds and project, upon review and approval of the County Attorney; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism are hereby authorized to administer said grant on behalf of Montgomery County; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE REVENUES: |
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A-24-3-3789 |
State Ec. Assistance and Opportunity & Recreation |
$50,000 |
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INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: |
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A-24-4-6430-00-.4431 |
Professional Services |
$50,000 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(6). Legislator Purtell abstained. Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Resolution accepts award of grant from DEC for development of a trail.
II. Justification:
Resolution is necessary to pay for said funds awarded by grant.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
Revenues received from the grant offset the appropriations.
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RESOLUTION NO. 81 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN CONTRACT - FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE (COUNTY EXECUTIVE)
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WHEREAS, the County's flood insurance is about to expire and needs to be renewed; and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the County’s Broker, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management, that the County enter into a contract for flood insurance through Selective Insurance Company of New York at a cost not to exceed $50,000 for a term from April 3, 2024 through April 2, 2025; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to add the new shared services building and updated contents of Venner Road to the insurance policy.
RESOLVED, that the County Executive, following the review and approval by the County Attorney, is hereby authorized and directed to sign a contract for the provision of Flood Insurance policies through Selective Insurance Company of New York at a cost not to exceed $50,000 for a term of April 3, 2024 through April 2, 2025; and
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN CONTRACT - FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE (COUNTY EXECUTIVE)
II. Justification:
The flood policies are about to expire.
III. Legislative Impact:
Authorized pursuant to Article 3 of the Montgomery County Charter.
IV. Financial Impact:
Included in the 2024 Operating Budget.
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RESOLUTION NO. 82 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTON AUTHORIZING COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AGREEMENT FOR LANDFILL REPORTING SERVICES AT THE CLOSED EASTERN AND CENTRAL LANDFILLS (PUBLIC WORKS)
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WHEREAS, Montgomery County has entered into an Inte-rmunicipal Agreement with Schoharie and Otsego Counties for the purpose of Landfill Management; and
WHEREAS, said agreement calls for Montgomery County to provide post closure services and bill the other counties; and
WHEREAS, per NYS DEC Law, monitoring of the closed landfills for underground gas, annual site groundwater, laboratory analysis and data review is a requirement; and
WHEREAS, the current contract for landfill monitoring and reporting with Barton & Loguidice, 443 Electronics Parkway, Liverpool, NY 13088 is due to expire and the committee of post closure & three counties wish to renew said agreement for a period of 3 years, April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2026.
RESOLVED, upon review and approval of the County Attorney, the County Executive is hereby authorized and directed to sign agreement with Barton & Loguidice for a 3 year period of time to perform environmental monitoring and reporting services for closed landfills per NYS DEC, at a cost not to exceed $22,200 per year or $66,600 for a period of 3 years, April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2026.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Authorizing County Executive to sign agreement for Landfill Reporting Services at the Closed Eastern and Central Landfills.
II. Justification:
Montgomery County has entered into an Inter-municipal Agreement with Otsego & Schoharie Counties for the purpose of landfill management which requires Montgomery County to provide post closure services & bill back the other counties. The contract for environmental monitoring is about to expire and needs to be renewed as required by NYS DEC.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 3 of the Montgomery County Charter. The Montgomery County Executive has the authority to enter into contracts.
IV. Financial Impact:
Costs are paid jointly by Otsego, Schoharie & Montgomery Counties and have been included in the 2024 Operating Budget.
Costs for landfill monitoring will be budgeted for in Montgomery County 2025 & 2026 post closure fund.
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RESOLUTION NO. 83 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT FUNDS FOR NYS HEALTHCARE WORKER BONUS PROGRAM (PUBLIC/MENTAL HEALTH)
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WHEREAS, as part of the NYS Executive Budget, Governor Hochul has created the Healthcare Worker Bonus Program (HWB); and
WHEREAS, the HWB allows for payment of bonuses to recruit, retain, and reward health care and mental hygiene workers that meet eligibility requirements; and
WHEREAS, employees working for Montgomery County that qualify for this bonus have been submitted via the HWB portal for the 4th vesting period beginning April 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2023, all eligibility requirements as set for by NYS have been met, and bonuses have been approved; and
RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Legislature hereby resolves and accepts these funds to make payments to eligible workers as approved via the HWB portal; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Montgomery County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE REVENUES:
A-16-3-3450-00 Public Health - Other, State Aid $1614.75
A-17-3-3489-00 Mental Health - Other, State Aid $4306.00
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS:
A-10-4-1430-00-1125 (337) Other Compensation $5500.00
A-10-4-9001-00-8810 FICA $420.75
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
Provide Healthcare Worker Bonus payments as approved by NYS.
II. Justification:
The Healthcare Worker Bonus Program (HWB) was included in the NYS Executive Budget to provide bonuses to recruit, retain, and reward eligible Healthcare workers, at no expense to the employer.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the authority to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
No financial impact to the county, as funds are provided from NYS to be paid directly to eligible employees.
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RESOLUTION NO. 84 of 2024 DATED: February 27, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2024 OPERATING BUDGET - CARRYOVER GRANT FUNDS COVID IAP (PUBLIC HEALTH)
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WHEREAS, the Montgomery County Legislature accepted COVID IAP grant funds per Resolution # 219 of 2021; and
WHEREAS, the 2021-24 COVID IAP grant funds for the period of January 1, 2021-June 30, 2024 were appropriated into the 2023 Public Health budget; and
WHEREAS, not all funds budgeted for 2023 were used, so there are unexpended 2023 COVID IAP grant funds available for carryover into the 2024 budget.
RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby and directed to amend the 2024 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE REVENUES:
A-16-3-3401-51 Public Health Grant - COVID IAP Grant $6,346.76
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS:
A-16-4-4010-51-4490 Public Health Grant - Special Costs $6,346.76
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(7). Legislators Allen and Pepe were absent. (2/27/2024)
I. Nature of Request:
To carryover unspent 2023 grant funds into the current 2024 budget.
II. Justification:
To utilize COVID IAP grant funds approved for NYSDOH expenditures.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter, the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
Unexpended 2023 COVID IAP grant funds are available for carryover to the 2024 Public Health budget. Any increased grant expenditures are offset by these carryover funds.
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