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What’s on the agenda this week for Yates Legislature committees?
Lawmakers in Yates County will meet this week to discuss a range of issues across five committee meetings, including infrastructure investments, Medicaid services, elections, housing programs, and local economic development. The meetings, scheduled for Monday ... more
Yates lawmakers approve veteran honor, facility project, and cyber pact
A World War II veteran’s 100th birthday, a multimillion-dollar public safety facility plan, and cybersecurity coordination with New York State all took center stage at the Yates County Legislature’s meeting on June 9. Lawmakers voted ... more
Yates officials brace for SNAP, Medicaid cuts
Yates County leaders are warning that proposed federal budget changes could significantly reduce Medicaid and SNAP benefits for local residents, according to reporting by The Finger Lakes Times. Social Services Commissioner Amy Miller said cuts ... more
Yates Legislature Opposes Medicaid Cuts, Advances Community Center Project, Approves Staffing and Budget Measures
The Yates County Legislature approved dozens of resolutions Monday, including a local law to override the state-imposed tax levy limit, a letter opposing federal Medicaid cuts, and support for ongoing development of the Yates County ... more
Yates County Fights Back Against Medicaid Cuts
Yates County legislators have unanimously passed a resolution opposing proposed federal Medicaid cuts, after residents voiced concern about the impact on local healthcare access. Resolution 214-25 urges New York’s congressional delegation to reject funding reductions ... more
Overriding tax cap, budget, personnel and contracts on Yates Legislature agenda
The Yates County Legislature will meet Monday at 1 p.m. to hold its regular monthly session, which includes a public hearing on a proposed local law to override the state’s real property tax levy limit ... more
Yates Legislature advances investment measures, prepares for upcoming public hearing
The Yates County Legislature took action on a broad spectrum of issues during its March 10 meeting, ranging from emergency services and jail technology upgrades to addiction services and infrastructure contracts. The meeting came amid ... more
Yates County deadlocks on joining RTS transit
A 6-6 tie in the Yates County Legislature has stalled efforts to join the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RTS), sending public transit plans back to square one. With one legislator absent and another abstaining, the ... more
Yates County Legislature to vote on opioid funds, infrastructure projects at meeting today
The Yates County Legislature is set to meet today at 1 p.m. to vote on a range of resolutions addressing infrastructure improvements, public health initiatives, and law enforcement agreements. The meeting, which will take place ... more
Yates County set to approve RTS for transit service
A joint meeting of Yates County’s Finance and Ad-Hoc Transportation committees resulted in unanimous support for selecting Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority’s Regional Transit Service as the county’s public transportation provider. The decision follows a postponed ... more
Yates County debates future of public transport: What else happened at this week’s meeting?
The Yates County Legislature met earlier this week, discussing a range of issues, including the future of public transportation there. The legislature also received an update on broadband expansion efforts and budget allocations. Public transportation ... more
Yates County weighs public transit options at next meeting
Yates County legislators will hear a presentation from Yates Transit Service on Monday regarding expanded public transportation. Yates Transit Service, which operates eight limited-schedule routes, has served the county since 2017 without relying on taxpayer ... more
Is RTS the solution Yates County needs to solve its transportation challenges?
During last week's Yates County legislative meeting, the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority presented a proposal to expand its services to the county, offering improved public transit options. The authority outlined a detailed plan, including route ... more
Yates County Legislature: 5 key takeaways from January’s meeting
The Yates County Legislature met for its January session to address several items, including employee recognition, public transportation plans, and financial audits. Here are five major takeaways from the session, which was held on Monday ... more
YATES LEGISLATURE: Employees recognized and future of RTA at January meeting (webcast)
On Monday, January 13, the Yates County Legislature held its regularly scheduled meeting for the month. The session covered a lot of ground and has been published to YouTube. Check it out below ... more
Yates County Legislature hears concern about ambulance service funding and taxation
At the Yates County Legislature's final meeting of 2024, officials tackled key financial audits, addressed ongoing ambulance service funding concerns, and reflected on the past year while preparing for 2025. During public comment, Paul Moberg, ... more
Yates County Legislature tackles infrastructure, tax rates, and public services in final session of the year
The Yates County Legislature concluded its December 9 session with a series of resolutions addressing infrastructure, tax rates, and community services, ensuring the county remains on track heading into the new year. Among the infrastructure ... more
Yates County approves cyber security upgrades and contract renewals
In a move to bolster cyber security and sustain vital services, the Yates County Legislature approved several major measures during its regular session on December 9. The legislature unanimously authorized the renewal of a $30,075 ... more
Yates County broadband project on track to expand access
The Yates County broadband project is progressing smoothly, aiming to connect underserved and unserved households across an 80-square-mile area, according to The Finger Lakes Times. County Planner Jeff Ayers reported to the Legislature on Dec ... more
