A packed agenda awaits Yates County legislators this Monday, with everything from cybersecurity and public health contracts to farmland protections and budget adjustments on the table.
The meeting, set for 1 p.m. on December 8, includes more than 40 resolutions covering funding approvals, service agreements, appointments, and a notable commemorative grant tied to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Public safety and services take center stage
Among the key items up for vote: multiple agreements from the Sheriff’s Office, including a renewed partnership with the Humane Society of Yates County to provide dog pound services in 2026. That contract includes monthly lease, utility, and labor costs totaling more than $1,600 per month.
Legislators will also consider MOUs with Safe Harbors of the Finger Lakes for domestic violence advocacy, and a renewed Employee Assistance Program contract for public safety staff.
Cybersecurity is another major topic. The county is eyeing a $30,000 contract with Sedara Security for 24/7 monitoring of its network. A separate intergovernmental agreement with state cybersecurity agencies would allow for deeper collaboration and data sharing to prevent and respond to cyber threats.
Investments in youth, aging, and transportation
Several resolutions authorize contracts tied to social services, including counseling, youth programs, and transportation for clients and juvenile delinquents. Others support the Office for the Aging, such as approving a required four-year plan update that ensures access to state and federal funds.
Legislators are also expected to approve a contract for speech therapy services, continued support for driver education through Canandaigua Driving School, and a public hearing on expanding the agricultural district.
New members and local projects
More than a dozen appointments are slated for boards and subcommittees related to mental health, developmental disabilities, and community services. The Planning Board may also see a new representative for the Town of Potter.
One resolution would designate the county as the lead agency for an environmental review of a planned eight-bay hangar project at the Penn Yan airport.
Financial moves and land sales
The legislature will vote on a long list of budget transfers and appropriations — including more than $165,000 in additional aid for the jail and over $215,000 in daycare funding. FEMA-related highway funding and a $400,000 draw for the Yates Community Center are also up for approval.
Two resolutions involve the private sale of tax-foreclosed properties, including a parcel in Penn Yan being returned to the estate of a previous owner as part of a litigation settlement.
How to attend
The meeting begins at 1 p.m. on December 8 at 417 Liberty Street in Penn Yan. Remote access is also available via Zoom. Details and the full agenda can be found on the county’s website.
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