FIFTH DAY OF ANNUAL SESSION
Johnstown, NY
December 28, 2021
Roll Call – Quorum Present
Supervisors: Argotsinger, Blackmon, Born, Bowman, Bradt, Breh, Callery, Fagan, Goderie, Greene, Groff, Horton, Howard, Kinowski, Perry, Wilson, Young
TOTAL: Present: 17 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Chairman Callery called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Callery asked if there was anyone from the public who wished to address the Board.
PUBLIC HEARINGS/SCHEDULED SPEAKERS
1:05 P.M. PRESENTATION RECOGNIZING MICHELLE IPPOLITI
Chairman Callery invited Acting County Treasurer Michelle Ippoliti to the podium and read her Chairman’s letter in her honor. Mr. Callery stated that she has done a great job as Acting Treasurer to ensure a smooth transition. He noted that this is the second such transition that Michelle has handled. She guided the former Treasurer during his transition several years ago and will do a great job guiding the incoming County Treasurer.
COMMUNICATIONS
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Letter from Town of Mayfield Supervisor Richard Argotsinger
Subj: Encouraging Planning Board members to approve the “Winney RV Project” in the Town of Mayfield.
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Resolution from Chemung County Legislature, dated December 14, 2021
Subj: Resolution Opposing Governor Kathy Hochul’s Abrupt, Secretive and Unsafe Prison Closures on Public Safety and Economic and Environmental Grounds.
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Soil and Water Conservation District: Supervisor Horton reported that the annual audit was done for the Soil and Water Conservation District and the results were that “all records were in order and accurate”. He announced that long-tenured Chairman of the Soil and Water Advisory Board Richard Hart, has decided to resign from the Board after 36 years.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Chairman Callery thanked all Supervisors, Department Heads and County employees for their hard work this year. He expressed that he has tremendous respect for everyone in this room. As far as the County budget, the Board of Supervisors did a great job “holding the line on spending”. He noted that County Department heads deserve a lot of credit, especially Budget Director Alice Kuntzsch. He also noted that the Board of Supervisors were able to lower the tax rate this year, which is important to taxpayers.
Chairman Callery then addressed the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds were accepted by the County earlier in the year. He said that the public has a multitude of ideas of how that grant money could be spent and the Board of Supervisors chose to spend the money on planned Economic Development. He said that plan is the correct decision that will create longer term results. He expressed that the Route 30/30A Corridor Sewer Project is going to help with economic development from Gloversville to the Village of Mayfield and will hopefully continue to the Town of Northampton. He also expressed that the $1 million Tourism Destination Grant to the Parkhurst Field Foundation will encourage more tourism to the Johnstown-Gloversville area. He stated that the Great Sacandaga Lake History Museum in the Town of Northampton will also do great things to help promote tourism. He stressed that there are a lot of positive accomplishments going on and he hoped the public realizes all that is being done.
Chairman Callery expressed that he was honored to be chosen as Chairman for 2021. He stated that the “Callery name”, has been part of the Fulton County Board of Supervisors since the 1960-1970’s. He expressed that his father served first, and his brother also served a decade ago. He noted that this was his second term as Chairman of the Board, having also served in 2009.
Mr. Stead stated that Mr. Callery has done a great job and has had the pleasure of working with him. He stated that the group of Supervisors in 2009 and now have seen and understand how committed Mr. Callery is to the County, particularly when it comes to growing the local economy. Mr. Stead stated that Mr. Callery is someone who is often looking at the bigger picture even though he is known for his quick bold decisions. He also stated that Mr. Callery enjoys the financial and economic part of governing Fulton County. Mr. Stead presented Chairman Callery with an engraved commemorative gavel and base award on behalf of the Board of Supervisors and congratulated him on another successful year.
RESOLUTIONS
Mr. Stead noted that the Board of Supervisors Staff provided Coffee Cake to all the Supervisors and invited them to stay after the meeting to socialize after completing another successful session.
No. 477 (Resolution Recognizing District Attorney Chad Brown for Exceptional Service to Fulton County): Mr. Stead stated that honorary Resolutions are reserved for special occasions. Mr. Stead then read the Resolution in its entirety.
Chairman Callery presented a framed copy of the Resolution to District Attorney Chad Brown. Mr. Callery stated that Mr. Brown has done a great job representing the County and will do great things as a County Court Judge. Mr. Brown stated that the District Attorney’s Office and the Board of Supervisors have worked on many projects together that he hopes will continue in the future. He provided a letter to Mr. Stead to be forwarded to all Supervisors.
No. 481 (Resolution Recognizing County Clerk Linda Kollar for her Dedication and Service to Fulton County): Mr. Stead reiterated that Resolutions are the highest form of honor that the Board of Supervisors can bestow. He read the Resolution in its entirety.
Chairman Callery presented the Resolution to County Clerk Linda Kollar. He thanked her for over 41 years of public service. In accepting her framed copy of the Resolution, Ms. Kollar stated that all the support of everybody has been great. She stated the last few years haven’t been easy and that she is looking forward to enjoying her retirement. She thanked the Board.
No. 487 (Resolution Authorizing Certain Transfers and Budget Amendments): Chairman Callery stated that the County had a large increase in sales tax revenue this year and it also benefits the towns, which is great. He also stated that Casino Gaming Revenues increased compared to past years. Mr. Fagan stated that he projects that the additional revenues have resulted in a $4 million reduction in Appropriated Fund Balance for 2021.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Stead stated that the State hasn’t been providing consistent information relating to COVID-19. He stated that State representatives have now suddenly pivoted towards recommending “over-the-counter” at-home COVID tests. Mr. Stead stated that the State wants counties to distribute them to public places to make them accessible to county residents. He stated that this new approach seems very abrupt and not well planned.
Mr. Callery expressed concerns that at-home test results could be false positives which could create more problems. Mr. Stead stated that the at-home tests have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for home use. Mr. Stead also stated that the tests can have false positives and false negatives. He noted that after an at-home test reads positive, then the person should also get it confirmed by a more reliable PCR Test. He stated that the NYS Homeland Security Office has distributed tests kits to Fulton County and the Emergency Management Office has been distributing them throughout the County starting today. The Emergency Management Office is also expecting another delivery in the next few weeks.
Mr. Stead noted that the State’s new approach directs the counties to distribute the free over-the-counter test kits widely, such as libraries, post offices and local Town and City offices for public access.
Ms. Born stated that the at home kits are “ridiculous” because some people cannot read the instructions correctly, let alone do the test correctly. She stated people are going to be put at risk because some people will not know what they are doing.
Mr. Horton stated that it doesn’t make sense that people would be directed to go to a municipal office location if they are feeling sick with symptoms, because staff and other residents could then be put at risk. He also stated that some people could take them and then re-sell them to make money.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Board adjourned “sine die” at 1:44 p.m., upon a motion by Supervisor Fagan, seconded by Supervisor Groff and unanimously carried.
Certified by:
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Jon R. Stead, Administrative Officer/ DATE
Clerk of the Board
Resolution No. 488-2021
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE LAST SESSION
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE LAST SESSION
RESOLVED, That the minutes of this meeting, as prepared and arranged by the Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, be and the same are prepared as the minutes of the last session of the Board of Supervisors of Fulton County for the year 2021.
Seconded by Supervisor FAGAN and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 487-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTAIN TRANSFERS AND BUDGET AMENDMENTS
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTAIN TRANSFERS AND BUDGET AMENDMENTS
RESOLVED, That the County Treasurer be and hereby is directed to make the following transfers:
Personnel
From: A.1000.9050-8300 - EXP - Unemployment $ 14,000.00
A.6010.6012-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 154,505.00
To: A.1000.1720-1500 - EXP - Benefit Time Cash Out $ 35,000.00
A.1000.1720-1600 - EXP - Insurance Declination 2,900.00
A.1165.1165-8100 - EXP - Social Security 600.00
A.1165.1165-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 8,300.00
A.1170.1170-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 5,000.00
A.1185.1185-8100 - EXP - Social Security 200.00
A.1340.1340-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 120.00
A.1340.1340-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 6,400.00
A.1430.1430-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 500.00
A.1450.1450-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 1,050.00
A.1680.1670-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 200.00
A.1680.1670-8100 - EXP - Social Security 300.00
A.3110.3110-8100 - EXP - Social Security 6,000.00
A.3110.3113-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 7,000.00
A.3110.3113-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 11,000.00
A.3110.3113-8600 - EXP - Dental 1,400.00
A.3140.3140-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 8,000.00
A.3110.3150-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 60,000.00
A.3110.3150-8100 - EXP - Social Security 8,000.00
A.4310.4310-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 300.00
A.4310.4310-8100 - EXP - Social Security 550.00
A.6010.6010-8100 - EXP - Social Security 550.00
A.6010.6010-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 1,750.00
A.6010.6014-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 400.00
A.6010.6018-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 300.00
A.6010.6018-8600 - EXP - Dental 750.00
A.6510.6510-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 400.00
A.7510.7510-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 10.00
A.7510.7510-8100 - EXP - Social Security 25.00
A.7610.7610-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 1,500.00
From: CL.1000.9050-8300 - EXP - Unemployment $10,000.00
CL.8160.8163-8500 - EXP - Hospital Medical 11,450.00
To: CL.1000.1720-1500 - EXP - Benefit Time Cash Out $ 1,950.00
CL.1000.1720-8500.8500 - EXP - Retiree Hospital Medical 19,000.00
CL.8160.8160-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 500.00
Sheriff
From: A.3110.3150-4580 - EXP – Gas – Fuel
To: A.3110.3150-4530 – EXP – Supplies
Sum: $1,100.00
Solid Waste
From: CL.8160.8163-4130 - EXP - Contractual $ 18,100.00
To: CL.8160.8162-4580 - EXP - Gas - Fuel $ 18,000.00
CL.8160.8163-1900 - EXP - Uniform Allowance 100.00
Highway
From: D.1000.9050-8300 - EXP - Unemployment $ 5,210.00
To: D.5010.5010-8000 - EXP - State Retirement $3,000.00
D.5010.5010-8100 - EXP - Social Security 1,500.00
D.5010.5110-8600 - EXP - Dental 710.00
From: DM.1000.9050-8300 - EXP - Unemployment $ 3,500.00
To: DM.1000.1720-1600 - EXP - Insurance Declination $2,000.00
DM.5130.5130-8000 - EXP - State Retirement 1,500.00
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the 2021 Adopted Budget be and hereby is amended as follows:
Treasurer
Decrease A.1000.0599-0599 - REV - Appropriated Fund Balance $3,068,597.00
Revenue
Increase A.1000.1110-1110.0001 - REV - County Share $3,054,600.00
Sales Tax
Increase A.1000.1090-1090 - REV - Interest - Penalties on 90,000.00
Real Property Taxes
Increase A.1000.1985-1110.0002 - REV - Towns Share 1,445,400.00
Sales Tax
Increase A.1000.3016-3016 - REV - State Aid - Casino 50,000.00
Licensing Fees & Various
Gaming Revenues
Appropriation
Increase A.1000.1985-4905 - EXP - Town Distribution of Sales Tax $1,445,400.00
Increase A.1000.8389-4941 - EXP - SMART Waters Inter 126,003.00
Municipal Agreement
County Clerk
Decrease A.1000.0599-0599 - REV - Appropriated Fund Balance $520,000.00
Revenue
Increase A.1410.1410-1255 - REV- County Clerk’s Fees $140,000.00
Increase A.1410.1410-1256 - REV- County Clerk Legal Fees 380,000.00
Sheriff
Increase A.1000.0599-0599 – REV – Appropriated Fund Balance $32,200.00
Revenue
Increase A.3110.3150-2260 – REV - Public Safety Services – 5,700.00
Other Governments
Increase A.3110.3150-2451 – REV – Commissions – Jail 11,000.00
Appropriation
Increase A.3110.3150-4530 – EXP – Supplies 48,900.00
Public Health
Decrease A.1000.0599-0599 - REV - Appropriated Fund Balance $67,000.00
Appropriation
Decrease A.4010.4010-1100 - EXP Overtime $ 7,000.00
Decrease A.4010.4059-4920 - EXP - EI (0-3) Itinerant Services 60,000.00
Social Services
Decrease A.1000.0599-0599 - REV- Appropriated Fund Balance $ 367,250.00
Revenue
Decrease A.6010.6010-1810 - REV - DSS - Admin Repayments 35,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6109-3609 - REV - State Aid - Family Assistance 29,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-3610 - REV - State Aid - Social Services Administration 460,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6123-3623 - REV - State Aid - Juvenile Delinquent Care 190,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6140-3640 - REV - State Aid - Safety Net Assistance 86,550.00
Decrease A.6010.6070-3670 - REV - State Aid - Services for Recipients 54,100.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-4610 - REV - Federal Aid - DSS – Administration 150,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6119-4619 - REV - Federal Aid - DSS - Child Care 110,000.00
Increase A.6010.6119-1819 - REV - DSS - Child Care $ 63,000.00
Increase A.6010.6010-1811 - REV - DSS - Incentive Earnings 50,000.00
Appropriation
Decrease A.6010.6010-4170 - EXP – Programs 100,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-4020 - EXP – Travel 13,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-4210 - EXP - Training and Conferences 10,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-4530 - EXP – Supplies 5,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-4930 - EXP - NYS Chargebacks 8,900.00
Decrease A.6010.6010-4934 - EXP - Client Travel and Training 10,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6109-4170 - EXP – Programs 1,000,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6123-4170 - EXP – Programs 40,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6129-4170 - EXP – Programs 200,000.00
Decrease A.6010.6142-4170 - EXP – Programs 10,000.00
Increase A.6010.6141-4170 - EXP - Programs $28,000.00
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Personnel, Public Health, Sheriff, Social Services, Highways and Facilities, Solid Waste Director, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor HOWARD and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 486-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF A CYBER-SECURITY REMEDIATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE NYS BOARD OF ELECTIONS (BOARD OF ELECTIONS)
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF A CYBER-SECURITY REMEDIATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE NYS BOARD OF ELECTIONS (BOARD OF ELECTIONS)
WHEREAS, Resolution 151 of 2021 authorized application and acceptance of NYS Board of Elections Cyber-Security Remediation Grant for use in the Board of Elections Office; and
WHEREAS, a balance of $74,685.46 remains unspent from the Cyber-Security Remediation grant allocated to Fulton County; and
WHEREAS, the State Board of Elections has extended the contract expiration period from December 21, 2019 to December 31, 2023; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized to sign a contract extension with the State Board of Elections for expenditure of Cyber-Security Remediation Grant funds through December 31, 2023; all other terms and aspects of said contract shall remain in full force and effect; and be, it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, NYS Board of Elections, Board of Elections Commissioners, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor GODERIE and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 485-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH MAYFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR PRESCHOOL ED (3-5) EVALUATION SERVICES IN 2022 (PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT)
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH MAYFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR PRESCHOOL ED (3-5) EVALUATION SERVICES IN 2022 (PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT)
WHEREAS, Resolution 430 of 2021 authorized contracts between the County of Fulton and independent contractors for Preschool Ed (3-5) Itinerant Related Services in 2022; and
WHEREAS, the Public Health Director recommends adding an additional provider for said services as follows:
Agency Service/Function 2022 Rate(s) Term
Mayfield Central Evaluations State Set Rate 1/1/2022-12/31/2022
School District
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors be and hereby is empowered to sign contract with Mayfield Central School District to provide itinerant related services to the Preschool Ed (3-5) Program; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contracts shall be subject to the approval of the County Attorney and periodic review by the Committee on Human Services of those contracted services; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Public Health Director, Mayfield Central School District, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor BRADT and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 484-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR PAPER SUPPLIES FOR USE IN THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR PAPER SUPPLIES FOR USE IN THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
RESOLVED, That the Purchasing Agent be and hereby is authorized and directed to advertise for sealed bids for the purchase of paper for use in the Information Technology Department (and according to further specifications which may be obtained at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, County Office Building, Room 203, Johnstown, NY, 12095, during usual business hours); and, be it further
RESOLVED, That such sealed bids must be addressed to the Jon R. Stead, Purchasing Agent, County Office Building, Room 203, Johnstown, NY, 12095, and received by said Purchasing Agent no later than 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject any or all bids; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Information Technology Director, Printing Division and Clerk of the Board/Purchasing Agent.
Seconded by Supervisor BOWMAN and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 483-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH PICTOMETRY INTERNATIONAL FOR DIGITAL MAPPING FLIGHT SERVICES (2022 CAPITAL PLAN)
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH PICTOMETRY INTERNATIONAL FOR DIGITAL MAPPING FLIGHT SERVICES (2022 CAPITAL PLAN)
WHEREAS, the 2022 Capital Plan includes a Pictometry Overflight Project to accomplish digital mapping of Fulton County for use by County departments; and
WHEREAS, the Information Technology Director and Committee on Finance, recommend a contract with Pictometry International to complete an overflight of Fulton County in 2022 for said project; and
WHEREAS, Pictometry International has requested a signed contract from the Information Technology Director before December 31, 2021 schedule the Pictometry Digital Mapping Overflight Project for Fulton County on its 2022 Spring calendar; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized to sign an Agreement with Pictometry International of Henrietta, NY to provide Pictometry Digital Mapping Overflight services for Fulton County in accordance with the 2022 Capital Project documentation submitted by the Information Technology Director, effective January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022, in an amount not to exceed $65,293.56; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contract be charged to account A.1680.1680-2010 – EXP – Capital Expense; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, County Attorney, Information Technology Director, Pictometry International, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor YOUNG and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 482-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL FOR AUTOPSY SERVICES (CORONER)
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL FOR AUTOPSY SERVICES (CORONER)
WHEREAS, recent State mandates requiring vaccinations for healthcare workers have resulted in some local pathologists upstate not being available; and
WHEREAS, the Coroner recommends entering a Memorandum of Agreement with Glens Falls Hospital to provide autopsy services on an as-needed basis; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with Glens Falls Hospital for Autopsy Services, effective December 22, 2021 through December 31, 2022, in accordance with the Glens Falls Hospital Morgue and Laboratory Fee Schedule as placed on file in the Coroner’s Office; said agreement subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Coroner, Glens Falls Hospital, Budget Director/County Auditor, and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor BORN and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 481-2021
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING COUNTY CLERK LINDA KOLLAR FOR HER DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO FULTON COUNTY
Supervisor ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING COUNTY CLERK LINDA KOLLAR FOR HER DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO FULTON COUNTY
WHEREAS, Linda Kollar, through her dedication, demeanor and decision-making, distinguished herself as a leader administering the day-to-day affairs of the County Clerk’s Office; and
WHEREAS, Linda strided into this 41-year career of service to the County of Fulton in June of 1980; first as a Motor Vehicle License Clerk, then Senior Motor Vehicle License Clerk, steadily progressing to Motor Vehicle Supervisor, Deputy County Clerk and to post of Deputy County Clerk in 2014; and
WHEREAS, Linda’s acumen took her to the position of County Clerk serving from 2018 through December 31, 2021; and
WHEREAS, her willingness to tackle any challenge and accept every increased responsibility posed to her, earned her advancement and respect from the public, peers and fellow employees; and
WHEREAS, Linda’s talents may be most remarkable because she accomplished all her professional duties while maintaining herself as a reliable colleague, grounded confidant and friend to everyone around her; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors hereby expresses its gratitude in honor of Linda Kollar for her cooperation with this Board and for her distinguished service to the County of Fulton; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Linda Kollar, Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board and to each and every other person who may further purport of this Resolution.
Seconded by Supervisor BOWMAN and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 480-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CITIZENS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR THE 2022 COMMUNITY SERVICE YOUTH PROGRAM
Supervisors BREH AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CITIZENS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR THE 2022 COMMUNITY SERVICE YOUTH PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the 2022 Adopted budget identifies a $13,500.00 funding contribution for Citizens in Community Service to operate the Community Service Youth Program; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized to sign a contract with Citizens in Community Services, Inc., to operate the Community Service Youth Program in 2022, at a cost of $13,500.00; such contract to become effective from and as of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contract shall be subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Citizens in Community Services, Inc. is hereby authorized and directed to apply for appropriate State aid reimbursement for said program on behalf of the County; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That any contract payments be stipulated upon the timely submission of an annual report for the prior program year and appropriate new contract documentation to the satisfaction of the County Auditor; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the cost for said program shall be provided from A.1000.3170-4939 EXP- Alternatives to Incarceration & Pre-Trial Release; and be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Citizens in Community Services, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/ Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor GREENE and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 479-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CITIZENS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR COMMUNITY RESTITUTION PROGRAM (2022)
Supervisors BREH AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:\
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CITIZENS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR COMMUNITY RESTITUTION PROGRAM (2022)
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has identified "alternatives to incarceration" as an important "Core Program"; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized and directed to sign a contract with Citizens in Community Services, Inc., to provide a Community Restitution Program for the County of Fulton, as described in their proposal, at a cost on an annual basis not to exceed $23,000.00; such contract to become effective from and as of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contract shall be subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Citizens in Community Services, Inc. is hereby authorized and directed to apply for appropriate State aid reimbursement for said program on behalf of the County; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Citizens in Community Services, Inc., shall be paid the sum of $23,000.00 for such services, and such payments will be in four (4) quarterly installments, with final payment to be submitted only after receipt of the required annual report; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That any contract payments be stipulated upon the timely submission of an annual report for the prior program year and appropriate new contract documentation to the satisfaction of the County Auditor; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the cost for said program shall be provided from Appropriation Account A.1000.3170-4939 EXP-Alternatives to Incarceration & Pre-Trial Release; and be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Citizens in Community Services, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/ Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor BORN and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 478-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CITIZENS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR ALTERNATIVES TO INCARCERATION AND PRE-TRIAL RELEASE PROGRAMS (2022)
Supervisors BREH AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CITIZENS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR ALTERNATIVES TO INCARCERATION AND PRE-TRIAL RELEASE PROGRAMS (2022)
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has identified "alternatives to incarceration" as an important "Core Program"; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized and empowered to execute a contract with Citizens in Community Services, Inc., to provide an "Alternative Sentencing/Pre-Trial Release Program for Fulton County, as described in its proposal, at a cost on an annualized basis not to exceed $86,550.00; such contract to become effective from and as of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Citizens in Community Services, Inc. is hereby authorized and directed to apply for appropriate State aid reimbursement for said program on behalf of the County; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Citizens in Community Services, Inc., shall be paid the sum of $86,550.00 for such services upon rendering of a verified account with verified or certified vouchers attached, with final payment to be submitted only after receipt of the required annual report; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That any contract payments be stipulated upon the timely submission of an annual report for the prior program year and appropriate new contract documentation to the satisfaction of the County Auditor; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contract be subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the cost for said program shall be provided from Appropriation Account A.1000.3170-4939 EXP- Alternatives to Incarceration & Pre-Trial Release; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, County Attorney, Citizens in Community Services, Administrative Judge for the Fourth Judicial District, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor BRADT and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 477-2021
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING DISTRICT ATTORNEY CHAD BROWN FOR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO FULTON COUNTY
Supervisor BREH offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING DISTRICT ATTORNEY CHAD BROWN FOR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO FULTON COUNTY
WHEREAS, Chad Brown distinguished himself as a hard-working and dedicated public servant, at all times committed to the justice system and residents of Fulton County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown began his 20-year career of service to the County of Fulton in June of 2001, first as an Assistant District Attorney and then ascended to District Attorney in 2016, first elected to the post in 2017 and re-elected in 2021; and
WHEREAS, Chad’s unassuming persona and fair, honest approach to jurisprudence made him a natural for friendship alongside colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Chad earned a reputation as a leader who worked cooperatively with the Board of Supervisors to craft solutions to the public policy issues of the day; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors hereby expresses its gratitude in honor of Chad Brown for his distinguished service to the County of Fulton and wishes him well as he ascends to the post of County Judge and Surrogate; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Chad Brown, Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board and to each and every other person who may further purport of this Resolution.
Seconded by Supervisor GROFF and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 476-2021
RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING MONIES FOR FULTON COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (2022)
Supervisors GROFF AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING MONIES FOR FULTON COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (2022)
WHEREAS, by Local Law, Fulton County created and established the Fulton County Soil and Water Conservation District to exist within its borders; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has identified Fulton County Soil and Water Conservation as an important "Core Program"; and
WHEREAS, the Fulton County Board of Supervisors has, pursuant to Section 223 of County Law, appropriated for such District the sum of $66,000.00 for the year 2022; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Fulton County Board of Supervisors be and hereby is authorized and empowered to sign a contract with the Soil Conservation District for a sum of $66,000.00 for said services, with such payments to be made in two (2) equal installments on the last day of January and June, with the first payment to be submitted only after receipt of the required annual report; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That such contract shall provide, among other matters, that the right and privilege shall be reserved to the Fulton County Board of Supervisors to cancel and rescind all or any part of such contract should any program or project offered or sponsored by such Soil Conservation District not meet with the approval of the Board of Supervisors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That any contract payments be stipulated upon the timely submission of an annual report for the prior program year and appropriate new contract documentation to the satisfaction of the County Auditor; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contract shall be subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the cost for said program shall be provided from Appropriation Account A.1000.8710-4938 EXP-County Soil and Water Conservation; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, NYS Soil Conservation Committee (Ithaca, NY), Fulton County Soil Conservation District, Budget Director/ County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor GREENE and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 475-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH FULTON COUNTY CENTER FOR REGIONAL GROWTH FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MARKETING (2022)
Supervisors GROFF AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH FULTON COUNTY CENTER FOR REGIONAL GROWTH FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MARKETING (2022)
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has identified the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth as an important "Core Program"; and
WHEREAS, the Board did appropriate the sum of $309,000.00 for the year 2022 for said program; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Fulton County Board of Supervisors, by this Resolution, authorizes the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to sign a contract with the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth for management of the County's economic development program in 2022 in an amount of $309,000.00; said contract shall be subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That such contract specify those services to be performed by the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth, including promoting and marketing Fulton County to attract new businesses and industries, and encouraging and assisting existing business and industries, and developing and implementing economic development programs; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That such contract shall provide, among other matters, that the right and privilege shall be reserved to the Fulton County Board of Supervisors to cancel and rescind all or any part of such contract should any program or project offered or sponsored by the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth not meet with the approval of the Board of Supervisors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth, as a condition to the contract authorized herein, cooperate with the Corporations working to promote economic development in Fulton County and encourage existing industries to expand; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That any contract payments be stipulated upon the timely submission of an annual report for the prior program year and appropriate new contract documentation to the satisfaction of the County Auditor; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the contract shall provide that payment for services by the Center for Regional Growth shall be made only after the following criteria have been met:
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Submitting a "statement of services" or a "program of events" with corresponding budget approved by the Fulton County Board of Supervisors;
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The rendering of a verified account with verified or certified vouchers attached;
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Before final payment can be made, a report identifying the services or events that were performed by the Center for Regional Growth and an evaluation thereof;
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County will retain any unused balance; and
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That the Center for Regional Growth will otherwise comply with all of the New York State codes, rules and regulations;
RESOLVED, That the cost for said program shall be provided from Appropriation Account A.1000.6420-4936 EXP-Business Development Marketing; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Fulton County Center for Regional Growth, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor FAGAN and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 474-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH FULTON MONTGOMERY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR MANAGEMENT OF COUNTY TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (2022)
Supervisors GROFF AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH FULTON MONTGOMERY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR MANAGEMENT OF COUNTY TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (2022)
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has identified County Tourism Development as an important "Core Program";
WHEREAS, the Board did appropriate the sum of $128,096.00 for the year 2022, to be paid to the Fulton County Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Chamber) for County publicity through management of the County Tourism Development Program, within the meaning of Section 224, Subdivision 14, of the New York State County Law; and
WHEREAS, Section 224, Subdivision 1, of the New York State County Law specifically authorizes the Fulton County Board of Supervisors to enter into a contract with the Chamber if services are to be performed for the County; and
WHEREAS, that Section further provides for the rendering of a verified account of the disbursements with verified or certified vouchers attached, as the Board deems proper; and
WHEREAS, that Section further provides that no money shall be paid to the Chamber until execution of a contract by the principal officer and disbursing officer of the Chamber agreeing to comply with the terms of this resolution; and
WHEREAS, that Section and Article 5 of the County Law is clear that payment for services can only be authorized for those services actually rendered; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized to sign a contract with the Fulton County Regional Chamber of Commerce for management of the County Tourism Development Program in 2022, in an amount of $128,096.00; said contract subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the contract shall provide that payment for services by the Chamber shall be made only after the following criteria have been met:
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Submitting a "statement of services" or a "program of events" with corresponding budget approved by the Fulton County Board of Supervisors;
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The rendering of a verified account with verified or certified vouchers attached;
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Before final payment can be made, a report identifying the services or events that were performed by the Chamber and an evaluation thereof;
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County will retain any unused balance; and
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That the Chamber will otherwise comply with all of the New York State codes, rules and regulations;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the cost for said program shall be provided from Appropriation Account A.1000.6410-4935.1000 EXP – County Tourism – Tax on Hotel Room Occupancy; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Fulton Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce, Budget Director/County Auditor, Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board, and to each and every other person, institution or agency which will further the purport of this Resolution.
Seconded by Supervisor BLACKMON and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)
Resolution No. 473-2021
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH ADIRONDACK PARK LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVIEW BOARD FOR COUNTY PROMOTIONS (2022)
Supervisors GROFF AND ARGOTSINGER offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH ADIRONDACK PARK LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVIEW BOARD FOR COUNTY PROMOTIONS (2022)
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has identified the Adirondack Park Local Government Review Board as a necessary "Membership Association"; and
WHEREAS, the Fulton County Board of Supervisors did appropriate the sum of $3,000.00 for the year 2022, to be paid to the Adirondack Park Local Government Review Board for County promotions, as a membership association; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Fulton County Board of Supervisors be authorized and empowered to sign a contract with Adirondack Park Local Government Review Board for County promotions, including a better public understanding of problems and desirable practices in conservation of natural resources for the year 2022; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That such contract shall provide, among other matters, that the right and privilege shall be reserved to the Fulton County Board of Supervisors to cancel and rescind all or any part of such contract should any program or project offered or sponsored by the Adirondack Park Local Government Review Board not meet with the approval of the Board of Supervisors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized and directed to transmit $3,000.00 in a single payment on or after January 1, 2022 for the year 2022 to the Adirondack Local Government Review Board, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That any contract payments be stipulated upon the timely submission of an annual report for the prior program year and appropriate new contract documentation to the satisfaction of the County Auditor; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said contract is subject to the approval of the County Attorney; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That certified copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the County Treasurer, Adirondack Park Local Government Review Board, Budget Director/County Auditor and Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Board.
Seconded by Supervisor HOWARD and adopted by the following vote:
TOTAL: Ayes: 17 Nays: 0 Absent: 3 (Supervisors Lauria, Potter and VanDenburgh)