Yates County Legislature

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

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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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