PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CHENANGO COUNTY

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1 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CHENANGO COUNTY 2016

2 Monthly and Annual Sessions 2016 of the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County New York LAWRENCE N. WILCOX Chairman Oxford, N.Y. RC WOODFORD Clerk Oxford, N.Y.

3 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FIRST DAY OF ANNUAL SESSION THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 2016 Clerk of the Board RC Woodford called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. Mr. Woodford welcomed everyone to the First Day of Annual Session for the year He noted that this year is the 218 th year of meetings of the Chenango County Board of Supervisors. Mr. Woodford introduced Supervisors Marion Ireland (Coventry), Daniel Jack (German), George Raymond (Greene) and Grace Nucero-Alger (Plymouth). He welcomed them to the Board. Mr. Woodford called the roll with all members present except Supervisors Wansor and Williams. AFTON John H. Lawrence 161 Lewis Lane Home: (607) Afton, N.Y aftonsupervsior@gmail.com BAINBRIDGE Dolores Nabinger 154 Hillside Acres Home: (607) Bainbridge, N.Y Cell: (607) dnabinger@yahoo.com COLUMBUS Thomas P. Grace 227 South Brookfield Rd. Home: (607) West Edmeston, NY graceforcolumbus@frontier.com COVENTRY Marion L. Ireland 594 Bracket Road Home: (607) Bainbridge, NY coventryth@stny.rr.com GERMAN Daniel S. Jack 142 Maroney Road Home: (607) McDonough, N.Y dannyjack0504@gmail.com GREENE George G. Raymond III 134 Juliand Hill Road Home: (607) Greene, N.Y Office: (607) praymond@nygreene.com GUILFORD George J. Seneck 242 Phillips Odell Road Home: (607) Mt. Upton, N.Y Office: (607) Fax: (607) guilfordsupervisor@frontier.com LINCKLAEN Wayne C. Outwater 1521 County Rte. 12 Office: (315) DeRuyter, N.Y Home: (315) Fax: (315) MCDONOUGH Arrington J. Canor 104 Tice Road Home: (607) Oxford, N.Y NEW BERLIN Robert T. Starr P.O. Box 204 Office: (607) New Berlin, N.Y Home: (607) NORTH NORWICH Robert E. Wansor 6578 State Hwy 12 Home: (607) Norwich, N.Y drbob.wansor@gmail.com

4 2 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2015 NORWICH (Town) David C. Law 133 Thompson Creek Road Office: (607) Norwich, N.Y Home: (607) NORWICH (City) Wards 1, 2, 3 James J. McNeil 47 Fair Street Home: (607) Norwich, N.Y Fax: (607) city123@co.chenango.ny.us NORWICH (City) Wards 4, 5, 6 Robert M. Jeffrey 17 York Street Home: (607) Norwich, N.Y OTSELIC Evan T. Williams 114 County Road 13 Home: (315) South Otselic, N.Y OXFORD Lawrence N. Wilcox 3597 County Road 32 Home: (607) Oxford, N.Y PHARSALIA Dennis O. Brown 122 Benedict Hill Road Home: (607) So. Plymouth, N.Y pharsalia@outlook.com PITCHER Jeffrey B. Blanchard 243 State Hwy 26 Home: (607) Box 41 Pitcher, N.Y PLYMOUTH Grace A. Nucero-Alger PO Box 1105 Home: (607) Norwich, NY luvnygiants@hotmail.com PRESTON Peter C. Flanagan 299 Preston Center Road Home: (607) Oxford, N.Y flans1@frontier.com SHERBURNE Charles A. Mastro 135 Merrill Road Home: (607) Sherburne, N.Y Office: (607) SMITHVILLE Fred J. Heisler, Jr County Road 2 Home: (607) McDonough, N.Y smithtownsuper@aol.com SMYRNA Michael R. Khoury 1191 Beaver Meadow Road Home: (607) P.O. Box 21 reedgraphicsllc@gmail.com Smyrna, NY Supervisor Nabinger offered the invocation. The County Attorney led the flag salute. Mr. Woodford read the Call of the Meeting.

5 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS APPOINTMENT OF TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN Mr. Woodford asked for nominations for a Temporary Chairman of the Board. Supervisor Lawrence moved, seconded by Supervisor Nabinger, to nominate RC Woodford as Temporary Chairman. The motion to appoint RC Woodford as Temporary Chairman of the Board was carried by unanimous voice vote. APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD FOR 2016 Mr. Woodford opened the polls for nominations for Chairman of the Board of Supervisors for Mr. Brown said that he has served on this Board for a long time and worked with many Supervisors; none being better than the person he is about to nominate. He mentioned this person s tenacity, honesty and willingness to work with every department in the county. Supervisor Brown said that this person has done all of this for one reason and that is the betterment of our county. Mr. Brown made a motion to nominate Lawrence N. Wilcox as Chairman of the Board of Chenango County Supervisors for the year Mr. Outwater seconded the motion. Mr. Woodford asked if there were any further nominations for Chairman of the Board. There being no other nominations, Mr. Flanagan moved, seconded by Dr. Wansor, to close the polls. Carried. Mr. Woodford called the roll. Results of a roll call vote were: Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Mr. Woodford declared Lawrence N. Wilcox, Supervisor of the Town of Oxford, as Chairman of the Board of the Chenango County Supervisors for the year Supervisor Brown and Supervisor Outwater escorted Mr. Wilcox to the Chair. CHAIRMAN WILCOX S ACCEPTANCE SPEECH Once again, your continued overwhelming support for me as your Chairman of this Board of Supervisors is very humbling. The past four years have had several challenges for Chenango County but we as a Board of Supervisors have met those challenges and maintained a position of strength for this county. It is my hope that we will be able to meet the challenges of 2016 and emerge as a more fiscally fit and prosperous county. Our preparation for 2016 with our budgeting process maintained the precepts set forth by this Board several years ago. We have abided by the New York State imposed tax cap, we remain debt free, we have decreased the application of surplus funds and we will maintain a status of no fiscal stress. As your Chairman I will strive to maintain these standards set forth several years ago. I would be remiss if I did not give our County Treasurer, Bill Craine, credit for establishing the road map for this stance of fiscal strength. We, the Board of Supervisors, our standing committees and our department heads will strive to make 2016 another good year for Chenango County. Once again, thank you for your continued support and please keep in mind that we are here to represent the citizens of Chenango County. Thank you. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION #1-16 APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN OF BOARD Mr. Brown offered the following, and moved its adoption:

6 4 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2015 RESOLVED, That Lawrence N. Wilcox be and hereby is appointed Chairman of the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County for the year Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a roll call vote were as follows: Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams The Chairman declared the resolution duly adopted. RESOLUTION #2-16 APPOINTMENT OF ALAN E. GORDON AS COUNTY ATTORNEY Mr. Seneck offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That Alan E. Gordon be and hereby is appointed as County Attorney for the years 2016 and 2017 and until his successor is appointed to perform the duties prescribed by Section 501 of the County Law. Carried. There being no other nominations Supervisor Starr made a motion to close the polls. Mr. Brown seconded the motion. Seconded by Mr. Canor and duly adopted. RESOLUTION #3-16 APPOINTMENT OF RC WOODFORD AS CLERK OF THE BOARD AND COUNTY AUDITOR Mr. Brown offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That RC Woodford be and hereby is appointed Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County, and County Auditor for the years of 2016 and There being no other nominations Supervisor Flanagan made a motion to close the polls. Mr. Mastro seconded the motion. Carried. Seconded by Mr. McNeil and duly adopted. Mr. Woodford thanked the Board for the appointment. RESOLUTION #4-16 APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM C. CRAINE AS BUDGET OFFICER Mr. Outwater offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That William C. Craine be and hereby is appointed as Budget Officer of Chenango County for the years 2016 and There being no other nominations Supervisor McNeil made a motion to close the polls. Mr. Law seconded the motion. Carried. Supervisor Outwater noted that it gives him great pleasure to make this nomination. Seconded by Mr. Brown and duly adopted. RESOLUTION #5-16 APPOINTMENT OF JOHN D. CAMERON AS CHENANGO COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER Dr. Wansor offered the following, and moved its adoption:

7 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLVED, That John D. Cameron be and hereby is appointed to the position of Chenango County Public Defender, effective January 1, 2016 and terminating December 31, There being no other nominations Supervisor McNeil made a motion to close the polls. Mr. Mastro seconded the motion. Carried. Seconded by Mr. Seneck and duly adopted. RESOLUTION #6-16 AUTHORIZING CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD TO SIGN COUNTY SUPPORTED NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION AGREEMENTS Mr. Law offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the County of Chenango does offer financial support to several not-for-profit organizations, boards and agencies, RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized to sign contract agreements with the following not-for-profit organizations, agencies and boards under the same terms and conditions as heretofore agreed, and in the amount so designated in the Year 2016 Budget: ORGANIZATION YEAR 2016 APPROPRIATION Development Chenango $108, Chenango County Chamber of Commerce $ 4, Chenango County Tourism $ 45, Chenango County Council of the Arts $ 9, Chenango County College Center Contract $ 36, Chenango County Historical Society (Museum) $ 8, Chenango County Cornell Cooperative Extension $252, Seconded by Mr. Outwater and duly adopted. SWEARING IN CEREMONY HON. KEVIN M. DOWD, SUPREME COURT JUSTICE Judge Kevin M. Dowd performed the swearing in ceremony for the 23 Town Supervisors and for those County Officers appointed by the Board today. REMINDERS Mr. Woodford asked everyone to review the address and contact information list and let him know as soon as possible if there are any changes. He noted that the directory he placed on the supervisors desks is what will be published. Mr. Woodford reported that the Republican Caucus scheduled for January 6, 2016 has been cancelled. The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 10:44 a.m. to the Second Day of Annual Session to be held Monday, January 11, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

8 6 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 SECOND DAY OF ANNUAL SESSION MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2016 Chairman of the Board Lawrence Wilcox called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. Clerk of the Board RC Woodford called the roll with all members present except Supervisor Jeffrey. Chairman Wilcox said that he wanted to take a moment to say that Chenango County lost one of its outstanding leaders with the passing of Hugh Kearney. Mr. Wilcox said that it was a great pleasure to work with Mr. Kearney and he will certainly be missed. Supervisor Grace offered the invocation. County Attorney Alan Gordon led the flag salute. APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES Carried. Carried. Sixth Day of Annual Session December 14, 2015 Supervisor Law moved, seconded by Supervisor Canor, to approve the minutes of the above meeting of the Board. First Day of Annual Session January 4, 2016 Supervisor Brown moved, seconded by Supervisor Starr, to approve the minutes of the above meeting of the Board. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Woodford said that there were no additional communications. Mr. Outwater asked to refer Communication #5 to the Finance Committee. Mr. McNeil asked what Communication #3 entails. Mr. Woodford explained that the state asked if we would like to receive communications electronically. Supervisor Outwater moved, seconded by Supervisor Seneck, to receive and file all of the communications. Carried. RESIGNATIONS Gary Waffle, Director, Office of Employment and Training Resignation effective January 31, 2016 Supervisor Seneck moved, seconded by Supervisor Wansor, to accept the resignation. Carried. APPOINTMENTS STANDING COMMITTEES Agriculture, Buildings and Grounds: Dolores Nabinger Fred J. Heisler, Jr. John H. Lawrence Evan T. Williams Robert T. Starr Marion L. Ireland Finance: Wayne C. Outwater Dennis Brown Jeffrey B. Blanchard Charles A. Mastro George G. Raymond, III George Seneck

9 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Health & Human Services: Jeffrey B. Blanchard James J. McNeil Robert M. Jeffrey Robert E. Wansor Michael R. Khoury Grace A. Nucero-Alger Personnel: George Seneck Wayne C. Outwater David C. Law Robert T. Starr Robert M. Jeffrey Robert E. Wansor Planning & Economic Development: David C. Law James J. McNeil Dolores Nabinger Thomas P. Grace Fred J. Heisler, Jr. Peter C. Flanagan Public Works: Dennis Brown Peter C. Flanagan Arrington Canor Thomas P. Grace Evan T. Williams Marion L. Ireland Daniel S. Jack George G. Raymond III Safety & Rules: Charles A. Mastro Arrington Canor John H. Lawrence Michael R. Khoury Daniel S. Jack Grace A. Nucero-Alger VARIOUS BOARDS AND COUNCILS Administrative Board of Cincinnatus Lake Small Watershed Protection District Fred Heisler Term Expiring 12/31/17 Administrator, Self-Insurance Plan RC Woodford Term Expiring 12/31/16 Agriculture Development Council Jessi Jaramillo Designee of Commerce Chenango Agricultural & Farmland Protection Board Evan Williams Board Representative Term Expiring 12/31/17 Donna Jones Planning Director Tenure Kenneth Ryan Farmer s Representative Term Expiring 12/31/19 John Lawrence Soil & Water Chairperson Tenure Airport Steering Committee Rodney Schultes Term Expiring 12/31/18 Richard Morris Term Expiring 12/31/18 Board of Ethics Daryl Forsythe Term Expiring 12/31/18 Jeffrey Blanchard Term Expiring 12/31/17 Capital Projects Improvement Committee David Law Term Expiring 12/31/16 James McNeil Term Expiring 12/31/16 Chaplain of the Board Wayne Outwater Term Expiring 12/31/16 Chenango County Cooperative Extension Peter Flanagan Term Expiring 12/31/16 Ross Iannello Term Expiring 12/31/16

10 8 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Chenango County Planning Board George Seneck Term Expiring 12/31/17 Robert Davis Term Expiring 12/31/18 Chris Lyons Term Expiring 12/31/18 Perry Owen Term Expiring 12/31/18 Paul Romahn Term Expiring 12/31/18 Michael Flanagan Term Expiring 12/31/18 Community Services Board Fred Heisler, Jr. Term Expiring 12/31/17 Fish & Wildlife Management Board Wayne Outwater Legislative Representative Term Expiring 12/31/17 Richard Palmatier Sportsman s Representative Term Expiring 12/31/17 Soil & Water Conservation District John Lawrence Term Expiring 12/31/16 Evan Williams Term Expiring 12/31/16 Traffic Safety Board Ernest Cutting Term Expiring 12/31/18 Mike Kranbuhl Term Expiring 12/31/18 Dolores Nabinger Term Expiring 12/31/18 Gary Richman Term Expiring 12/31/18 Elizabeth Wonka Term Expiring 12/31/18 Scott Burlison Term Expiring 12/31/17 Youth Board John Cameron Term Expiring 12/31/18 Kathleen Hansen Term Expiring 12/31/18 Thomas Kelly Term Expiring 12/31/18 Lois LoPresti Term Expiring 12/31/18 Karen Osborn Term Expiring 12/31/18 Mr. Woodford said that both the standing committee appointments and various other council and board appointments are before the Board today. Supervisor Mastro moved, seconded by Supervisor Law, to approve the above appointments. Carried. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION 7-16 DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES Mr. Outwater offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That pursuant to the investment policy adopted by the Chenango County Board of Supervisors, the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to deposit the funds coming into his hands, and conduct business through both electronic and non-electronic means, in his official capacity, in any Federal Reserve Bank authorized to do business in New York State pursuant to Section 11 of General Municipal Law, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County hereby designates Community Bank, N.A. as the Official Depository for Chenango County Court and Trust funds, and the County Treasurer is hereby instructed to deposit such funds coming into his hands, in his official capacity, in said banks and conduct business through both electronic and nonelectronic means, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County hereby designates NBT Bank and M&T Bank as the Official Depositories for Chenango County Clerk funds and the County Clerk is hereby instructed to deposit the funds coming into her hands in said bank, and, in her official capacity, conduct business through both electronic and non-electronic means, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County hereby designates NBT Bank as the Official Depositories for statutory Chenango County Sheriff funds and the County Sheriff is hereby instructed to deposit the funds

11 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS coming into his hands in said bank, and, in his official capacity, conduct business through both electronic and non-electronic means, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Board of Supervisors of Chenango County hereby designates NBT Bank as the Official Depositories for Chenango County Mental Health and Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services funds and the Director of Community Services is hereby instructed to deposit the funds coming into her hands in said bank, and, in her official capacity, conduct business through both electronic and non-electronic means, and be it further RESOLVED, That the total deposits to any said Federal Reserve Bank shall not exceed the maximum amount of $50,000, Seconded by Mr. Brown and duly adopted. RESOLUTION #8-16 AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR THE PAYMENT OF SNOWMOBILE TRAIL MAINTENANCE PARK DEVELOPMENT Mr. Outwater offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That upon receipt of State funding for the maintenance and improvement of snowmobile trails in Chenango County, Revenue Account #A3847 State Aid Snowmobile Trails, be and hereby is credited to the total amount of $107,150.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That upon receipt, an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $107,150.00, be made from Revenue Account #A3847 to Appropriation Account #A Park Development (Snowmobile Trails), in order to provide the funds necessary to reimburse snowmobile clubs that provide snowmobile trail maintenance and improvements in Chenango County. Seconded by Mr. Brown and duly adopted. Prior to the adoption of Resolution #8-16 Mr. Lawrence asked if we have an understanding of what other counties receive from the state and how the funds that we receive compare with those other counties. Mr. Outwater explained that it is all based on the miles within the county. He said we have 311 miles and that is 11 more miles than we had last year. Mr. Outwater said that we are up about $10,000 from last year but the state rate is also up. Ms. Nucero-Alger asked if this rate changes depending on the weather. Mr. Outwater said that it does not. He said that the clubs get paid for things other than the grooming of the trails. RESOLUTION #9-16 AUTHORIZING YEAR 2015 TRANSFERS OF FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL SERVICES VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS Mr. Blanchard offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to make Year 2015 transfers of funds for personnel services expenses as follows: From: To: Amount A *Staff Social Worker A MHCT Program Coordinator $ 2, A *Staff Social Worker A Comm. MH Nurse $ 1, A *Staff Social Worker A Case Manager $ 4, A *Staff Social Worker A Case Manager $ A Senior Support Invest. A Senior Support Invest. $ 1, A Residential Aide A Residential Aide $ Seconded by Mr. Brown and duly adopted. RESOLUTION #10-16 APPROVING LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE NEW YORK STATE NURSES ASSOCIATION AND CHENANGO COUNTY ( )

12 10 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the New York State Nurses Association and Chenango County officials have, through negotiations, arrived at an agreement covering working conditions, wages and benefits for the County employees represented by the New York State Nurses Association, RESOLVED, That this Board of Supervisors does hereby approve and ratify an agreement between the New York State Nurses Association and the County of Chenango for the period of January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2018, under the terms and conditions as outlined by County officials, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be authorized to sign a labor contract for and on behalf of the County of Chenango, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to transfer the funds needed to cover the provisions of the above referenced labor agreement. Seconded by Mr. Seneck and duly adopted. Prior to the adoption of Resolution #10-16 Mr. Khoury asked about the availability of information before the Board ratifies this contract. Mr. Brown asked if we need to go into Executive Session for this. Ms. Kerr said that she believes that we do. Mr. Flanagan agreed as the contract has not yet been approved. Mr. Brown made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss the details of the proposed contract. Mr. Khoury seconded the motion. Carried. Mr. McNeil made a motion to come out of Executive Session. Mr. Mastro seconded the motion. Carried. RESOLUTION #11-16 CALLING ON THE STATE OF NEW YORK TO RESTORE FUNDING PARITY BETWEEN THE CAPITAL PLANS OF THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (MTA) AND THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Mr. Brown offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo and Mayor de Blasio recently announced an agreement to jointly subsidize the Metropolitan Transportation Authority s (MTA) nearly $11 billion funding gap for its five-year capital program; and WHEREAS, as part of this agreement, the Governor is committing $8.3 billion in state resources to cover the MTA plan s multi-year deficit; and WHEREAS, while we may agree that this vital investment in downstate transit is needed, the state has yet to develop a new Department of Transportation 5-Year Capital Plan designed to assess current conditions and determine investments needed to provide for the future needs of a modern, safe, reliable and efficient multimodal transportation system; and WHEREAS, the enactment of the FAST Act, a fully funded five year authorization of federal surface transportation programs that provides long-term federal funding predictability, should now facilitate the state to develop and fund a Transportation 5-Year Capital Plan; and WHEREAS, locally-owned roads and bridges account for 87 percent of the State s 110,000 miles of roadways and 50 percent of the State s 18,000 bridges and are responsible for a vast system of aging culverts. These locally-owned transportation facilities are deteriorating at a rapid rate as counties continue to struggle to find adequate funding for their maintenance and replacement; and WHEREAS, three of the last four DOT/MTA five-year capital programs were virtually identical in size; and WHEREAS, for nearly two decades, through 2009, the parity agreement was honored and both five-year capital programs were similar in size as well as adopted within a month of each other. It is necessary to once again restore parity between the programs; and WHEREAS, according to a 2014 Comptroller s report, thirty four percent (34%) of bridges are deficient and forty-eight percent (48%) of road pavements in the state are rated fair or poor and getting worse.

13 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors, calls upon Governor Cuomo and our State Legislative Delegation to work with our County and other local governments in order to develop and fully-fund a 5 Year Capital Plan that will provide the necessary and proper funding to New York s counties by substantially increasing CHIPS and Marchiselli funding and establishing a 5 year State Aid to Local Bridge and Culvert Program to give them the ability to adequately maintain their infrastructure; and be it further RESOLVED, That restoring parity between the Department of Transportation s (DOT) highway and bridge five-year capital program and the MTA s capital program will assure each program is funded at a $26.1 billion level, providing enough resources to help fund the local needs as described above; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Chenango County Board of Supervisors shall forward copies of this resolution to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, State Senator James L. Seward, State Senator Frederick J. Akshar II, Assemblyman Clifford W. Crouch, Assemblyman Gary D. Finch, other New York counties, and the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). Seconded by Mr. Outwater and duly adopted. Prior to the adoption of Resolution #11-16 Mr. Brown said that federal monies for highways can mean a lot to the county. He said that Governor Cuomo has allocated a lot of money to the metropolitan area and he would like to make sure we don t get the short end of the stick any more than usual. Supervisor Brown encouraged his fellow supervisors to contact their state legislators regarding this area s needs. RESOLUTION #12-16 AUTHORIZING A ROAD USE AGREEMENT WITH CONSTITUTION PIPELINE COMPANY, LLC DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS - HIGHWAY The Public Works Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, as noted by prior resolutions of this Board of Supervisors, Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC is in the process of permitting to build the 124 mile Constitution Pipeline, and WHEREAS, extending from natural gas supply areas in northeast Pennsylvania and connecting with existing transmission pipelines in Schoharie County, the proposed route passes through the Chenango County Towns of Afton and Bainbridge, and WHEREAS, as directed by the Standing Committee on Public Works, the County of Chenango and Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC have formulated a Road Use Agreement (RUA) for approximately two (2) miles of County Road 39, in the event the company s heavy vehicles unintentionally damage the County Road, RESOLVED, That, upon the approval of the County Attorney, the Chairman of this Board of Supervisors be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County of Chenango, a Road Use Agreement with Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC for two (2) miles of County Road 39 in the Town of Afton. Seconded by Mr. Brown and duly adopted with Supervisor Grace opposed. Prior to the adoption of Resolution #12-16 Supervisor Grace said that after the December meeting he heard from a number of constituents who were concerned about various issues. He said that one of the issues was the idea of allowing people to carry guns in the Chenango County Office Building. Mr. Grace said that the other issue was the Constitution Pipeline. He said that he wasn t sure that we had discussed this at the Committee or Board levels or if we have heard from both sides. Mr. Grace said that he doesn t oppose this project but he just doesn t know enough about it. He said that he would propose that this resolution be tabled until we can hear from both sides. Mr. Flanagan said that this appears to be a conditional resolution that deals with the road use agreement. He said that it says in the event that the project is approved we will have a road use agreement in place. Mr. Flanagan said that this isn t us approving the project as much as it is ensuring that we are prepared if it is approved. He said that we won t be the entity approving the route that the project may take. Mr. Flanagan asked Mr. Grace what his exact question is. Mr. Grace said that he thinks we should listen to our constituents as to whether this is a good idea or not. He said that we did endorse the project but he doesn t believe that we have heard all that we need to hear. Mr. Grace said that while Mr. Flanagan is saying that this is a conditional resolution he doesn t see any timetable requiring that this be done now. He said that he doesn t know what the drawbacks are but he is told that there are many. Mr. Grace said that we have endorsed this twice and now we are making an authorization associated with the issue but we haven t studied it in detail. Mr. Brown said that he has to agree with Mr. Flanagan on this. He said that the idea of this resolution is that if the Constitution Pipeline is approved Chenango County will have a road use agreement in place. Mr. Brown said that our County Attorney, the Superintendent of Highways and the Clerk of the Board have discussed and reviewed this agreement. He said that the county was given more than it asked for. He said that this has been reviewed and he doesn t see a reason to put it off.

14 12 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Mr. Lawrence said that the Constitution does run through Afton and Bainbridge and they have their own road use agreement with the Constitution Pipeline. He said the road use agreement is a good agreement. Mr. Lawrence said that he agrees with Mr. Flanagan and Mr. Brown and this should be in place for the county. Mr. Lawrence said that Mr. Grace s comments have to do with the actual building of the pipeline and it shouldn t reflect on our due diligence to have a good road use agreement in place. Mr. Khoury said that there are two different issues here. He said that this particular resolution is strictly protecting the county s interests and its roads. Ms. Nabinger said that Bainbridge has met with the Constitution Pipeline and they have been very accommodating. She said that this is just to get a road use agreement in place if and when the project is approved. Mr. Grace said that he is saying that before we take another step on this pipeline route that we ought to hear from the other side. Mr. McNeil asked Mr. Grace if his proposal was actually a motion. Mr. Grace said that it was. Mr. McNeil asked if the motion has been seconded. Chairman Wilcox and Clerk of the Board RC Woodford agreed that there had been no second to Mr. Grace s motion. The motion failed for lack of a second. Mr. Lawrence said that there will be a public meeting at the River Club in Afton on January 23 rd at 1:00 p.m. He said if anyone has questions this public meeting would be a good avenue to take to have those questions answered. The motion was carried by voice vote with Mr. Grace opposed. RESOLUTION #13-16 BILLS AND CLAIMS Mr. Outwater offered the following and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, this Board has accepted a report of the General, Welfare and Highway bills and claims for the month of December 2015 against Chenango County in the amount of $ 1,705, RESOLVED, that the acts and audits of the Chenango County Auditor, in relation thereto, are approved by this Board; and be it further RESOLVED, that certain other expenditures, as reported by the Chenango County Treasurer, in the amount of $2,664,575.27, are accepted and made a part of the following summary. GENERAL: Bills & Claims $ 1,123, Supervisors' Salaries $ 37, Certified Payroll $ 1,107, Sheriff Payroll $ 714, Social Svcs. Payroll $ 513, Self-insurance Payroll $ 1, $ 2, & Disbursements HIGHWAY: Co. Rd. Bills & Claims $ 24, Co. Rd. Pay & Mach. Rentals $ $ 235, Rd. Mach. Bills & Claims $ 22, Rd. Machinery Payrolls $ 52, $ 3,500, $ 335, WELFARE: Day Care $ 22, Administration $ 103,331.90

15 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Preston Manor $ 34, Svcs. for Recipients $ 39, Medical $ 25, Family Assistance $ 123, Child Care $ 136, J.D. Care $ Pmt. to State Schools $ - Safety Net $ 49, HEAP $ Burials $ - EEA $ $ 534, TOTALS $ 1,705, $ 2,664, TOTAL BILLS & CLAIMS FOR December 2015 $ 4,369, TOTAL BILLS & CLAIMS TO DATE $ 55,794, Seconded by Mr. McNeil and duly adopted. REMINDERS Mr. Woodford reminded the Board that everyone is invited to tour the Baby Weigh Station/Breastfeeding Room directly following this meeting. Mr. Woodford said that Planning & Economic Development will be meeting tomorrow. He mentioned that Public Works will meet next Friday, January 22nd instead of next Thursday, January 21st. Mr. Grace thanked Mr. Lawrence for letting everyone know when more can be heard regarding the Constitution Pipeline. He asked that the cost of this project and the wishes of our constituents be taken under advisement during considerations. The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:05 a.m. to the Regular Board Meeting scheduled for February 8th, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

16 14 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2016 Chairman of the Board Lawrence Wilcox called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. Clerk of the Board RC Woodford called the roll with all members present except Supervisor Flanagan. Supervisor Ireland introduced Pastor Ernie Varga. She said that Pastor Varga is the Pastor serving Saint Luke s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sidney, N.Y. Ms. Ireland stated that Pastor Varga is also the interim Pastor at Christ Lutheran Church in Norwich, N.Y. Pastor Varga offered the invocation. County Attorney Alan Gordon led the flag salute. APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES Carried. Regular Monthly Meeting January 11, 2016 Supervisor Outwater moved, seconded by Supervisor Canor, to approve the minutes of the above meeting of the Board. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Woodford noted that C-Care has submitted an additional communication and a copy has been placed in front of each Supervisor. Supervisor Grace asked that the letter from C-Care be read. Mr. Woodford read the letter aloud. Mr. Outwater asked that Communication #6 be referred to the Finance Committee. Supervisor Seneck moved, seconded by Supervisor Wansor, to receive and file all of the communications. Carried. APPOINTMENTS Alternatives to Incarceration Board John Lawrence Term Expiring 12/31/17 Grace A. Nucero-Alger Term Expiring 12/31/17 Board of Ethics Lou Callea Term Expiring 12/31/18 Chenango County Senior Citizens Council Christine Carnrike Term Expiring 12/31/16 Community Services Board Kim McCarthy Term Expiring 12/31/19 Fish & Wildlife Management Board Richard Brenzel, Landowner Representative Term Expiring 12/31/16 Older Americans Act Advisory Council Christine Carnrike Term Expiring 12/31/17 Planning Board Thomas P. Grace Term Expiring 12/31/17 Professional Advisory Committee and Health Services Advisory Committee Gina Acee (Infection Control, CMH) Term Expiring 12/31/19

17 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Heather Bartle Ferrarese (Pharmacist Consultant) Term Expiring 12/31/19 Laureen Clarke (Community Representative) Term Expiring 12/31/19 Catherine Cruz (CVM, Community Representative) Term Expiring 12/31/19 Nancy Savitsky (Community Representative) Term Expiring 12/31/19 Theresa Davis (Executive Director, CHN) Term Expiring 12/31/18 Supervisor Law moved, seconded by Supervisor Mastro, to approve the above appointments. Carried. ANNUAL REPORTS 2015 Annual Report Chenango County Bureau of Weights & Measures 2015 Annual Report Chenango County Clerk Supervisor Outwater made a motion to receive and file the Annual reports. Supervisor Canor seconded the motion. Carried. COMMITTEE REPORTS Planning & Economic Development 01/12/16 Safety & Rules 01/20/16 Public Works 01/22/16 Health & Human Services 01/26/16 Personnel 01/27/16 Finance 01/28/16 Supervisor Law made a motion to receive and file the committee reports. Supervisor Starr seconded the motion. Carried. PREFERRED AGENDA 1. APPOINTMENT OF MARY LOU A. MONAHAN AS REPUBLICAN COMMISSIONER OF ELECTIONS 2. AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH CENTRAL NEW YORK SERVICES, INC. OF SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, FOR PSYCHIATRIC/ MEDICAL STAFFING AND TRANSFERS OF FUNDS THEREFORE COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 3. AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH REHABILITATION SUPPORT SERVICES, INCORPORATED, OF ALTAMONT, NEW YORK COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 4. AUTHORIZING THE DONATION OF SICK LEAVE TIME TO MELISSA HOSE, CORRECTIONS OFFICER IN THE CHENANGO COUNTY SHERIFF S OFFICE 5. AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COUNTY HOME ADMINISTRATOR POSITION PRESTON MANOR 6. AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF PERSONNEL AND FUNDS DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 7. APPOINTING TYLENA DANIELS TO THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING 8. ELIMINATING EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING COORDINATOR POSITION AND CREATING EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING COUNSELOR POSITION - OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING 9. AUTHORIZING MODIFICATION OF 2015 APPROPRIATIONS FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES CONTRACT COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 10. AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF ADDITIONAL STATE AID COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 11. AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH CHENANGO COUNTY CATHOLIC CHARITIES FOR SUPPORTED HOUSING SERVICES COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 12. AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF 2015 FUNDS FOR COMPUTER EXPENSES DISTRICT ATTORNEY 13. AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF A STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM (SHSP) GRANT FY 2015 CFDA # FIRE & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

18 16 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION SERVICES RECORDS MANAGEMENT / COUNTY CLERK 15. AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF AIRPORT RENTAL FEE FUNDS FOR AIRPORT OPERATIONS AND CLOSURE OF CERTAIN COMPLETED AIRPORT PROJECTS LT. WARREN E. EATON/ CHENANGO COUNTY AIRPORT 16. AUTHORIZING THE CHENANGO COUNTY TREASURER TO APPROVE CERTAIN APPLICATIONS FOR CORRECTIONS REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICES 17. CHANGING 2016 TAX ROLLS PERTAINING TO CORRECTION OF ERRORS FOR VARIOUS TOWNS - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICES DEPARTMENT 18. AUTHORIZING AN EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT WITH INSERO & COMPANY (FORMERLY CIASCHI- DIETERSHAGEN-LITTLE-MICKELSON, LLP) FOR AUDIT SERVICES 19. OPPOSING AN INCREASE IN THE NEW YORK STATE MINIMUM WAGE TO $15 PER HOUR NON-PREFERRED AGENDA 20. OFFERING RECOGNITION TO TERESA MONROE-WERNER UPON HER RETIREMENT 21. OFFERING RECOGNITION TO GARY L. WAFFLE UPON HIS RETIREMENT Mr. Brown made a motion to approve the Preferred Agenda. Mr. Mastro seconded the motion. Mr. Brown requested that Resolution #10 be removed from the Preferred Agenda. Mr. McNeil requested that Resolution #3 be removed from the Preferred Agenda. Mr. Grace requested that Resolution #19 be removed from the Preferred Agenda. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #14-16 AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF ADDITIONAL STATE AID COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase the following revenue and appropriations accounts, in the amounts set opposite each: Revenue A3490 State Aid Mental Health Op Cost $ 20, A3490.B State Aid Mental Health Op Cost CSS $ 1, A3491 State Aid Reinvestment Funding $ 6, Total: $ 28, Appropriations A Equipment $ 3, A A Conferences/Training $ 10, A Supplies and Materials $ 10, A Other Expense $ 5, Total: $ 28, Seconded by Supervisor Wayne Outwater and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Prior to the adoption of Resolution #14-16 Supervisor Brown said this was approved by the Finance Committee but not everyone was in favor of the resolution at that time. He said that there is an issue here that we need to discuss. Mr. Brown said we have a habit with this outfit. He said that the Mental Health department comes to us at the end of every year to tell us that they have a pile of money that they want us to take in and spend. He said this happens every year after we have presented a budget to the Public and voted on it. Mr. Brown said that somehow we are going to need additional supplies and training and we always find a way to spend this money. He said at the same time we received a bill in the amount of $250,000 for services we delivered that we thought were ok but the state said are not. Mr. Brown said now we are going to have to come up with a quarter of a million dollars from our surplus and send it back to the state. He said that the State of New York points to the local governments and tells us we have a problem that we have to fix. Supervisor Brown said that the problem is not the local governments, whether the governor understands that or not. He said that the NYS Department of Mental Health has a budget they present to the legislature

19 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS every year. He said the state tells the local governments to spend this money. Mr. Brown said we take the money in every year and figure out how to spend it and in the meantime that same outfit is telling us to provide these services. He stated that our fiscal person in Mental Health explained that we are being charged this quarter of a million dollars because we provided more services than we were supposed to provide. Mr. Brown said he asked why the department didn t know that. He said that our Mental Health department should come up with a creative way to put this type of revenue in the budget. Mr. Brown said that we should keep this money without spending it so that we have a fund to use to pay back the state the next time they tell us we have been overpaid. He said at the same time we had nearly $90,000 worth of expenses that we should have been reimbursed for but the state refuses to give it to us. Mr. Brown asked how the state has the audacity to come to us and say we don t know what we are doing running our local government. He said he would like to charge our Treasurer s office and our Mental Health department with the task of figuring out how not to spend the money. Mr. Brown said that he remembers a time when our Mental Health unit purchased tables and chairs and then had to rent a storage unit to store them in because we didn t have anywhere to put them. Supervisor Brown said something is wrong with that. RESOLUTION #15-16 OPPOSING AN INCREASE IN THE NEW YORK STATE MINIMUM WAGE TO $15 PER HOUR The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, New York State's minimum wage reached $9 per hour on December 31, 2015, and the State Labor Commissioner issued an order raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour for employees of fast-food chain restaurants in all of New York State by 2021, based upon recommendations of an appointed Wage Board; and WHEREAS, Governor Cuomo has announced a similar plan to raise New York's statewide minimum wage to $15 an hour for all workers in New York City by 2018, and for the rest of the State by 2021, and WHEREAS, it is the Governor's view that a minimum wage increase is needed to lift workers out of poverty, improve the standard of living for workers, encourage fair and more efficient business practices, and ensure that the most vulnerable members of the workforce can contribute to the economy ; and WHEREAS, a statewide increase in the minimum wage as proposed by the Governor fails to consider the economic disparities between wages and the cost of living in the New York Metropolitan/Long Island region versus upstate counties such as Chenango, and WHEREAS, considerable research suggests that the potential benefits of raising the minimum wage are greatly offset by the negative consequences of same, especially in rural Upstate New York; and WHEREAS, in their November 2015 paper entitled Higher Pay, Fewer Jobs, Douglas Holtz-Eakin and Ben Gitis of the Empire Center and the American Action Forum predict that while a $15 minimum wage would increase net earnings for low-wage workers, the Labor Market in New York would decrease by an estimated 200,000 to 432,000 jobs, with proportionately larger employment decreases in the upstate regions; and WHEREAS, should the Holtz-Eakin/Gitis research reach fruition, the minimum wage increase to $15 per hour may lead to the loss of entry-level and unskilled jobs, thereby harming many of the same low-income workers the $15 wage is designed to benefit; RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors be and hereby voices its opposition to any increases in the minimum wage to $15 as proposed, and directs that the Clerk of the Chenango County Board of Supervisors shall forward copies of this resolution to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, State Senator James L. Seward, State Senator Frederick J. Akshar II, Assemblyman Clifford W. Crouch, Assemblyman Gary D. Finch, other New York counties, and the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). Seconded by Supervisor Wayne Outwater and duly adopted. Opposed: Supervisor Thomas Grace Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Prior to the adoption of Resolution #15-16 Mr. Grace said that he looked up the study mentioned in this proposed resolution. He said what he found was that this study was highly criticized for using outdated methodology and information. Mr. Grace said that minimum wage reached its peak in He said that it is basically impossible to make it on minimum wage at 40 hours per week when comparing that to the cost of living and trying to make it here or anywhere else. Mr. Grace stated that when people can t make it on minimum wage they have to resort to government programs, second jobs, etc. Mr. Grace said the myth that increasing the minimum wage will cause people to lose their jobs is untrue. He said that Nobel Prize winners have noted that raising the minimum wage has no connection to people losing their jobs. Mr. Grace said he feels we are getting one side of the issue here and he doesn t believe that we have studied the overall impact of raising the minimum wage. Mr. Khoury said that he works with manufacturers within our county and he sees the burdens put on those manufacturers by workers compensation and other various regulations. He said here we will see the law of unintended consequences. Mr. Khoury said that in this economic climate you have to be competitive. He said that if the government mandates this increase it will force companies to leave.

20 18 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Mr. Khoury said that minimum wage provides entry level positions for people without skills. He said the minimum wage is a job killer all the way and as for the academic studies; that s academia for you. Supervisor Khoury said that we should support this resolution against the increase in the minimum wage. Mr. Heisler said he would like to tap the resources of this Board as he struggles with this issue. Supervisor Heisler said that government often jumps into situations that have unintended consequences. He said if he asked for a job at McDonald s working for $9.00 per hour and then this law passed he would be getting $15.00 per hour to be a rookie burger hustler. Mr. Heisler said that working right next to him would be a guy who had worked at McDonald s for years and through normal procedures had incrementally increased his hourly wage to $15.00 per hour. He said at that point both the rookie and the long term employee would be earning the same amount of money. Mr. Heisler said that the long term employee s logic would be that he should get $25.00 per hour and so on and so forth. Mr. Heisler said that he has never heard anyone push this part of the discussion. He said that the question to him is where that ends. Mr. Heisler said that the people who typically go to McDonald s are not the Donald Trumps of this world. He said that the people that frequent McDonald s are poor people and those people are the ones who are going to be paying a lot more money. Mr. Heisler said he doesn t see how this won t affect the entire system from the bottom on up. Mr. Seneck said that the cascade effect of this will affect county governments, school districts, towns, etc. He asked how we will be able to meet the tax cap. Supervisor Seneck said that Mr. Craine has already done some work on this. He asked who will be paying for the increases if this passes. Mr. Grace said the cascading effect will mean that people will have more money to spend. He said that businesses will earn more revenue because they are selling more goods. Mr. Grace said that this proposal isn t saying let s catch everyone up to the middle class. He said the average minimum wage earner is not a high school worker. Supervisor Grace said it is better for people to make money from their job instead of being forced to ask for food stamps. Mr. Heisler asked where the money comes from to get employees from $9.00 per hour to $15.00 per hour. Mr. Grace said it will have to come from the employer who will have to charge more for services. Mr. Heisler asked where the next guy s additional earnings will come from. Mr. Grace asked where people are getting their money now. He said they are getting it from Social Services. Mr. Heisler said that this is just income redistribution and they are hoping that the business owners or the mythically rich people will solve the problem. Mr. Grace said that when someone makes $9.00 per hour their money immediately goes back into circulation while that isn t true of the earnings of the people making $100,000 per year. Supervisor McNeil asked Chairman Wilcox to call the question. Resolution #15-16 was carried with Supervisor Grace opposed. RESOLUTION #16-16P AUTHORIZING MODIFICATION OF 2015 APPROPRIATIONS FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES CONTRACT COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase Fiscal Year 2015 Revenue Account #A3490 State Aid Mental Health, by $17,111.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $17,111.00, be made from Revenue Account #A3490, to Fiscal Year 2015 Appropriation Account #A Catholic Charities Contractual, in order to provide the additional funds necessary for the 2015 Chenango County Catholic Charities contract. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #17-16P AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH CHENANGO COUNTY CATHOLIC CHARITIES FOR SUPPORTED HOUSING SERVICES COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption:

21 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHEREAS, the Chenango County Community Mental Hygiene Services Program desires to renew their contract with Chenango County Catholic Charities for services which provide assistance to people with serious mental illness in locating and securing main stream (generic) housing, and WHEREAS, said services may include assistance with choosing housing, roommates and furniture; help with initial and ongoing affordability; and linkage with a comprehensive community support system of case management, mental health, rehabilitation, respite, social, employment and health supports, and WHEREAS, Chenango County Catholic Charities has the professional staff to provide said services, RESOLVED, That the Chairman of this Board, upon the approval of the County Attorney, be and hereby is authorized to sign a contract, on behalf of the County of Chenango, with Chenango County Catholic Charities to provide support housing services within the Chenango County Community Mental Hygiene Services Program, and be it further RESOLVED, That the total cost for said program shall not exceed $316,378.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That the terms of said contract shall be January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said contract shall be made from Appropriation Account #A Catholic Charities Contractual, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase Revenue Account #A3490 State Aid Mental Health, by $69,401.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $69,401.00, be made from Revenue Account #A3490, to Appropriation Account #A Catholic Charities Contractual, in order to provide the additional funds necessary for said contract. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #18-16P AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF 2015 FUNDS FOR COMPUTER EXPENSES DISTRICT ATTORNEY The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to make a transfer of Year 2015 funds, in the amount of $754.52, from Account #A511 Appropriated Reserve Drug Forfeiture Proceeds, to Year 2015 Appropriation Account #A Equipment, in order to provide the additional funds necessary for the purchase of two computers. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #19-16P AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF A STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM (SHSP) GRANT FY 2015 CFDA # FIRE & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Fire Coordinator/ Director of Emergency Management has received notification from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) that the County has been granted an award in the amount of $82,500.00, for a State Homeland Security Program Grant (SHSP), CFDA #97.067, and RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to credit new Capital Revenue Account #H49750 SHSP 2015 C969750, by $82,500.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $82,500.00, be made from Revenue Account #H49750 to new Capital Project Account #H SHSP 2015 C Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

22 20 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLUTION #20-16P AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION SERVICES RECORDS MANAGEMENT / COUNTY CLERK The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to transfer $7, from Appropriation Account #A Record Books, to Capital Project Account #H Records Management Document Control/Shredding Project, to provide the funds necessary for a Records Management Document Control/Shredding Project. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #21-16P* AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF AIRPORT RENTAL FEE FUNDS FOR AIRPORT OPERATIONS AND CLOSURE OF CERTAIN COMPLETED AIRPORT PROJECTS LT. WARREN E. EATON/ CHENANGO COUNTY AIRPORT The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, a basic tenet for the use of rental revenue generated from Chenango County IDA facilities on the Lt. Warren E. Eaton/ Chenango County Airport is that said funds be utilized for airport-related Airport development, operation and maintenance, and WHEREAS, it is desired to utilize the existing Airport Rentals funds, as well as authorize the future transfer of Chenango County IDA rental revenues so they may be utilized for such purposes, and WHEREAS, as of January 1, 2015, the amount of existing Restricted Airport Rental Fees held by Chenango County was $19,642.43, and WHEREAS, it is further desired to close completed Capital Project Accounts for completed, inactive airport projects, leaving two (2) open projects with a combined remaining local obligation of approximately $10,000, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to appropriate the existing Restricted Airport Rental Fees to Capital Project Account #H C Capital Improvement Trust/Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport, to be utilized for Airport development, operation and maintenance, and be it further RESOLVED, That on an on-going basis, the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to appropriate all future revenue derived from Chenango County IDA rentals, to Capital Project Account #H C Capital Improvement Trust/Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport, to be utilized for future Airport development, operation and maintenance, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer is further authorized to close the following completed Capital Project Accounts, with appropriations from Capital Project Account #H C Capital Improvement Trust/Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport, to the following revenue accounts, as indicated: Account # Title Appropriation H BB T-Hangar Taxilane Constr. N/A H BD Env. Assessment Runway Widen N/A H BF Obstruction Study $19.97 to #H2685 H BG Runway Rehab $2, to #H2682 H BH Design Lighting/Beacon $ to #H2688 H BJ AIR 99 Tractor/Mower N/A Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

23 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTION #22-16P AUTHORIZING THE CHENANGO COUNTY TREASURER TO APPROVE CERTAIN APPLICATIONS FOR CORRECTIONS REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Sections 554 and 556 of the New York State Real Property Tax Law allow for the appointment, by resolution, of an official to approve applications for correction through the office of Real Property Tax Services, WHEREAS, it is recommended the approval of certain corrections be delegated by resolution appointing said official with the authority to grant certain corrections, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to approve corrections in amounts up to $2,500.00, through December 31, 2016 and be it further RESOLVED, That said authority, if any, shall be extended by further resolution of this Board each year henceforth, and be it further RESOLVED, That declination of applications will remain the sole purview of the Chenango County Board of Supervisors; the Treasurer is not authorized to issue declinations, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Director of Real Property Tax Services shall make regular reports to the Board of Supervisors of those corrections approved as prescribed above. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #23-16P CHANGING 2016 TAX ROLLS PERTAINING TO CORRECTION OF ERRORS FOR VARIOUS TOWNS - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICES DEPARTMENT The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Correction of Errors have been filed for the 2016 tax roll, RESOLVED, That the County Treasurer and the Real Property Tax Services Department are hereby authorized and directed to correct the following parcels, and charge accounts as listed below plus any unaccrued interest. Town/Assessed To YR. Parcel ID# Reason Adjustment McDonough/Zelenski, Paul Remove Erroneous $ School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 McDonough/Riesbeck, Jeffrey Remove Erroneous $ Burford, Derrick School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 McDonough/ Poland, Jeffrey S Remove Erroneous $ School Relevy DR. $ 1.97 A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 McDonough/Kohn, Paul L Remove Erroneous $5, & Inez L School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $5, A440 Oxford Central School

24 22 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 CR. $5, A250 McDonough/Howe, Ward C Remove Erroneous $ 2.81 & Edith M School Relevy DR. $.18 A342 DR. $ 2.63 A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ 2.81 A250 McDonough/Clendening, Patricia Remove Erroneous $ School Relevy DR. $.88 A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/Volk, Thomas J Remove Erroneous $ & Paula R School Relevy DR. $ 9.76 A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/Morrissey, Richard Remove Erroneous $ School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/Moran, Alvin Remove Erroneous $ & Mary School Relevy DR. $ 9.76 A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/ Moran, Alvin Remove Erroneous $ & Mary School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/Cataldo, Daniel Remove Erroneous $ & Judy School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/Gartland, Eric D Remove Erroneous $ & Kelly A. School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Oxford/ Gartland, Eric D Remove Erroneous $ & Kelly A. School Relevy DR. $ 2.12 A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School

25 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CR. $ A250 Preston/Haverty, Dennis F Remove Erroneous $ School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Preston/Howe, Clifton Remove Erroneous $ & Belle School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Preston/Maurath, Henry J III Remove Erroneous $ & Susan School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Preston/ Maurath, Henry J III Remove Erroneous $1, & Susan School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $1, A440 Oxford Central School CR. $1, A250 Preston/Nickerson, Brenda Remove Erroneous $ School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Oxford Central School CR. $ A250 Afton /Hauptman, Paul Remove Erroneous $ & Joanne C Village Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A295 Village of Afton CR. $ A250 Sherburne/Lawrence, Dorothy Corrected Income $ Senior Exemption DR. $ A342 DR. $ A430 CR. $ A250 Norwich/Sidney Federal Court Ordered $2, Credit Union Reduction DR. $2, A342 DR. $ A430 CR. $ 2, A250 Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

26 24 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLUTION #24-16P AUTHORIZING AN EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT WITH INSERO & COMPANY (FORMERLY CIASCHI- DIETERSHAGEN-LITTLE-MICKELSON, LLP) FOR AUDIT SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Single Audit Act of 1984 requires an annual audit of County financial statements and major and nonmajor Federal-assistance programs, and certain required supplementary information. and WHEREAS, additionally, audit services are required for the county s Deferred Compensation Plan and Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR), RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer, on behalf of the County of Chenango, be and hereby is authorized to sign an Agreement with Insero & Company, (formerly Ciaschi-Dietershagen- Little-Michelson, LLP) of Ithaca, New York for auditing services for fiscal years ending December 31, 2017, 2018 and 2019, at total costs of $54,900.00, $54, and $55,900.00, per fiscal year, respectively. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #25-16 OFFERING RECOGNITION TO TERESA MONROE-WERNER UPON HER RETIREMENT The Health & Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, on February 26, 2016, Teresa Monroe-Werner will be retiring from her service to Chenango County, and WHEREAS, on August 29, 1977, Teresa began her service with the County of Chenango as an Institutional Aide at Preston Manor, and WHEREAS, in 1981, Teresa became the Assistant Administrator at Preston Manor, then County Home Administrator in 1990; a position she has held for 26 years, and WHEREAS, she has spent Thirty-nine (39) Years of her service to the County at Preston Manor, and truly there is noone that has more dedication to The Manor than Teresa Monroe-Werner, and WHEREAS, this resolution is being offered as a gesture in recognition of her years of service and dedication to the County of Chenango, RESOLVED, That this Board of Supervisors extends their deepest appreciation to Teresa Monroe-Werner for her years of dedicated service, and be it further RESOLVED, That this Board extends to Teresa their Best Wishes for Health and Happiness during her years of retirement. Seconded by the Entire Board and duly adopted. Mr. Brown said that this county has some gems and Preston Manor is one of those gems. He said that Preston Manor provides a service that we should all be proud of. He said that the credit for that goes in no small part to Teresa Monroe-Werner. Mr. Williams asked if Ms. Monroe-Werner is present today and could stand to be recognized. The Board and all those present gave Ms. Monroe-Werner a round of applause for her dedication, hard work and service to Preston Manor and Chenango County. Mr. Seneck mentioned that he began working at Preston Manor with Ms. Monroe-Werner in He said that the atmosphere she has created there is to be commended. Chairman Wilcox said that he has spoken with many residents over the years and the sincere dedication of Ms. Monroe-Werner and her staff has made them simply love the place. He thanked Ms. Monroe-Werner for all she has done and wished her the best of luck in her retirement. RESOLUTION #26-16 AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH REHABILITATION SUPPORT SERVICES, INCORPORATED,

27 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ALTAMONT, NEW YORK COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Health & Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Chenango County Community Mental Hygiene Services program desires to renew the contract with Rehabilitation Support Services, Incorporated (RSS) for the furnishing of reinvestment vocational funded community mental health services, including adequate, qualified and trained personnel, and WHEREAS, said RSS services will be used in the following reinvestment programs: the Psycho-Social Club Program, the Affirmative Business Employment Training Program (a.k.a. the Serendipity Café) at the Eaton Center, Crisis Outreach and the Three (3) County Forensic Program, Chenango County Administrative Planning, Early Recognition Coordination/Screening Program, Engagement & Transitional Support Services (Delaware and Chenango) and Single Point of Accessibility (SPOA), RESOLVED, That the Chairman of this Board, in consultation with the County Attorney, be and hereby is authorized to sign a contract, on behalf of the County of Chenango, with Rehabilitation Support Services, Incorporated (RSS) of Altamont, New York, and be it further RESOLVED, That the term of said contract shall be from January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, and be it further RESOLVED, That the total estimated cost for said Contract shall be $1,020,147.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said contract services shall be made from Appropriation Account #A Reinvestment Comm. /Contract (Mental Health) and Appropriation Account #A Reinvestment RSS Voc. Svcs. (Mental Health). Seconded by Supervisor Jeffrey Blanchard and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Prior to the adoption of Resolution #26-16 Mr. McNeil said that we are authorizing one million dollars today with this resolution. He said that he brings this to the Board s attention for the benefit of the new supervisors. Mr. McNeil asked if there are any local dollars within this money. Director Ruth Roberts explained that the RSS contract is covered entirely by State Aid. Supervisor McNeil asked Ms. Roberts for a breakdown of the RSS contract. Ms. Roberts listed the amounts and associated services provided by the contract. Mr. McNeil thanked Ms. Roberts for the comprehensive report. He asked Ms. Roberts to report to committee periodically regarding the success of these programs. Ms. Roberts said that she will be providing her annual report to committee soon and will touch upon those services at that time. She mentioned that the state s new focus on service outcomes requires the department to pay close attention to the success of their programs. RESOLUTION #27-16P AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH CENTRAL NEW YORK SERVICES, INC. OF SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, FOR PSYCHIATRIC/ MEDICAL STAFFING COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Health & Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, by prior resolutions, the Chenango County Board of Supervisors authorized an agreement with Central New York Services, Inc. (CNYS) of Syracuse, New York, a private, not-for-profit Behavioral Health Organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and families affected by mental illness and substance abuse, and WHEREAS, the Director of Community Services desires to renew said agreement with CNYS for psychiatric/ medical staff for 2016, RESOLVED, That, upon the approval of the County Attorney, the Chairman of this Board of Supervisors be and hereby is authorized to execute, on behalf of Chenango County, a contract with Central New York Services, Inc. (CNYS) of Syracuse, New York, for psychiatric/medical staffing, in the amount of $289,785.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said agreement shall be made from Appropriation Account #A CNYS Contract. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

28 26 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLUTION #28-16 OFFERING RECOGNITION TO GARY L. WAFFLE UPON HIS RETIREMENT The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, on August 24, 1987, Gary L. Waffle began his tenure with Chenango County as an Employment & Training Counselor in the office of Employment & Training, and WHEREAS, Gary has served as Director of the Office of Employment & Training since 1995, and WHEREAS, during Gary s tenure, Chenango County experienced many successes as well as setbacks in the local employment climate, both of which create challenges, and WHEREAS, throughout his many years, Gary Waffle has faithfully discharged his duties by providing leadership and commitment to the delivery of services in the challenging and ever-changing field of Employment and Training services, and WHEREAS, on the occasion of his retirement, it is only appropriate the Chenango County Board of Supervisors recognize Gary s 28 years of service to the County of Chenango, RESOLVED, That this Board of Supervisors extends their deepest appreciation to Gary L. Waffle for his years of dedicated service to the residents of Chenango County, and be it further RESOLVED, That this Board extends to Gary their Best Wishes for Health and Happiness during his years of retirement. Seconded by the Entire Board and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan RESOLUTION #29-16P AUTHORIZING THE DONATION OF SICK LEAVE TIME TO MELISSA HOSE, CORRECTIONS OFFICER IN THE CHENANGO COUNTY SHERIFF S OFFICE The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Melissa Hose, a Corrections Officer in the Chenango County Sheriff s Office, has depleted her own accrued sick leave because of an extended absence, and the Chenango County Sheriff has requested the County allow the voluntary donation of sick leave time to Ms. Hose, and WHEREAS, the Personnel Committee has previously approved guidelines for donation of sick leave time for eligible employees not covered by the CSEA Sick Bank, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors does approve and authorize the voluntary donation of sick leave time to Melissa Hose, according to the guidelines established and approved by the Personnel Committee. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #30-16P AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COUNTY HOME ADMINISTRATOR POSITION PRESTON MANOR The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Administrator of Preston Manor will be retiring after 39 years of service to Chenango County, and WHEREAS, applicable regulations require an incumbent Administrator at all times, and WHEREAS, in order to accommodate the post-retirement payroll payout, it is necessary to make a transfer of funds, RESOLVED, That a transfer of funds, in the amount of $1,376.72, be made from Appropriation Account #A Extra Hire, to Appropriation Account #A County Home Administrator. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

29 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTION #31-16P AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF PERSONNEL AND FUNDS DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, in recent history, the Department of Social Services employed two (2) Senior Caseworker positions, Appropriation Account #A *Senior Caseworker, and #A Senior Caseworker, and WHEREAS, the #A *Senior Caseworker position is no longer grant-funded, and the #A position has been vacant for multiple years, and WHEREAS, it is desired to transfer the personnel and remaining appropriations from #A to #A , RESOLVED, That a transfer of existing personnel and funds, in the amount of $38,757.37, be made from Appropriation Account #A *Senior Caseworker, to Appropriation Account #A Senior Caseworker. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #32-16P APPOINTING TYLENA DANIELS TO THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That Tylena Daniels of Coventry, New York be and hereby is appointed to the position of Director of the Office Of Employment & Training for the County of Chenango, effective immediately, and be it further RESOLVED, That the annual salary for said position be established at Forty eight Thousand Dollars ($48,000.00), and be it further RESOLVED, That said appointment shall be subject to civil service examination requirements, and the requirements necessary for the appointment of a Chenango County Department Head. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #33-16P ELIMINATING EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING COORDINATOR POSITION AND CREATING EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING COUNSELOR POSITION - OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That effective immediately, the position of Employment & Training Coordinator in the Office of Employment & Training is eliminated, and be it further, RESOLVED, That effective immediately, a position of Employment & Training Counselor is hereby created in the Office of Employment & Training, and authorized to be filled. Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #34-16P APPOINTMENT OF MARY LOU A. MONAHAN AS REPUBLICAN COMMISSIONER OF ELECTIONS The Safety & Rules Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption:

30 28 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 WHEREAS, the Republican County Chairman has filed an Election Commissioner Certification and recommendation dated December 19, 2015, in accordance with the provision of the Election Law, recommending appointment of Mary Lou A. Monahan, Norwich, New York, as County Election Commissioner, RESOLVED, That Mary Lou A. Monahan be and hereby is appointed a Commissioner of Elections of Chenango County, effective January 1, 2017 and terminating December 31, Seconded by Supervisor Dennis Brown. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Peter Flanagan Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #35-16 BILLS AND CLAIMS Mr. Mastro offered the following and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, this Board has accepted a report of the General, Welfare and Highway bills and claims for the month of January 2016 against Chenango County in the amount of $3,206, RESOLVED, that the acts and audits of the Chenango County Auditor, in relation thereto, are approved by this Board; and be it further RESOLVED, that certain other expenditures, as reported by the Chenango County Treasurer, in the amount of $1,699,865.95, are accepted and made a part of the following summary. GENERAL: Bills & Claims $ 1,907, Supervisors' Salaries $ 26, Certified Payroll $ 703, Sheriff Payroll $ 423, Social Svcs. Payroll $ 312, Self-insurance Payroll $ $ 2, & Disbursements HIGHWAY: Co. Rd. Bills & Claims $ 147, Co. Rd. Pay & Mach. Rentals $ 165, $ 180, Rd. Mach. Bills & Claims $ 150, Rd. Machinery Payrolls $ 49, $ 3,378, $ 693, WELFARE: Day Care $ 26, Administration $ 131, Preston Manor $ 37, Svcs. for Recipients $ 43, Medical $ Family Assistance $ 287, Child Care $ 198, J.D. Care $ Pmt. to State Schools $ - Safety Net $ 107,558.86

31 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS HEAP $ Burials $ - EEA $ - $ 834, TOTALS $ 3,206, $ 1,699, TOTAL BILLS & CLAIMS FOR January 2016 $ 4,906, TOTAL BILLS & CLAIMS TO DATE $ 4,906, Seconded by Dr. Wansor and duly adopted. REMINDERS Open House Afton Town Hall Saturday, February 13, :00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. New Facility, 204 CR 39 New Town Hall and New Courtroom Facility Mr. Lawrence invited everyone to attend and take a tour. Breakfast for the Board at Preston Manor Monday, February 22, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. ADJOURNMENT The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:12 a.m. to the Regular Board Meeting scheduled for March 14th, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

32 30 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 14, 2016 Chairman of the Board Lawrence Wilcox called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. Clerk of the Board RC Woodford called the roll with all members present except Supervisor Evan Williams. Supervisor Daniel S. Jack introduced Teaching Pastor Justin Blever of the Berean Bible Church in Greene who offered the invocation. County Attorney Alan Gordon led the flag salute. APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES Carried. Regular Monthly Meeting February 8, 2016 Supervisor Law moved, seconded by Supervisor Outwater, to approve the minutes of the above meeting of the Board. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Woodford stated that there were no additional communications. Mr. Brown asked that Communication #7 be referred to the Public Works Committee, Communication #8 be referred to the Health and Human Services Committee and Communication #9 be referred to the Safety & Rules Committee. Supervisor Seneck moved, seconded by Supervisor Canor, to receive and file all of the communications. Carried. REQUESTS Sheriff s Office Oxford Safety Patrol Trip May 7 th through May 10 th, 2016 Washington D.C. and Philadelphia, PA. One Deputy and One Patrol Car Public Health National Immunization Conference 2016 September 13 th through September 15 th, 2016 Atlanta, GA Mary Klockowski, RN Supervisor Jeffrey moved, seconded by Supervisor Wansor, to approve the Out of State Travel Requests. Carried. SPECIAL REQUEST Hon. Frank B. Revoir, Jr. Annual Irish Flag Raising Ceremony in Honor of St. Patrick s Day Request for Use of East Park, City of Norwich Thursday, March 17, 2016 Supervisor Flanagan moved, seconded by Supervisor McNeil, to approve the Special Request. Carried. REPORTS 2015 Annual Report Board of Elections Supervisor McNeil made a motion to receive and file the Annual report. Supervisor Mastro seconded the motion. Carried.

33 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMITTEE REPORTS Planning & Economic Development 02/09/16 Safety & Rules 02/17/16 Public Works 02/18/16 Health & Human Services 03/01/16 Personnel 03/02/16 Finance 03/03/16 Supervisor Outwater made a motion to receive and file the committee reports. Supervisor Seneck seconded the motion. Carried. PREFERRED AGENDA 1. AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH BUFFALO HERITAGE SQUADRON FOR 2016 LT. WARREN E. EATON/ CHENANGO COUNTY AIRPORT AIRSHOW PERFORMANCE - LT. WARREN E. EATON/ CHENANGO COUNTY AIRPORT 2. AUTHORIZING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT LIAISON AGREEMENT WALKING RIDGE DEVELOPMENT, LLC DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 3. AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH COORDINATED CARE SERVICES, INC., OF ROCHESTER, NEW YORK FOR FISCAL REPORTING SUPPORT AND TRAINING COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 4. AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH DR. PAUL TEGTMEYER FOR CONSULTANT PSYCHOLOGIST SERVICES COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 5. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SATELLITE MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC AT OTSELIC VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 6. AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID TO BROOME BITUMINOUS PRODUCTS, INC. OF VESTAL, NEW YORK FOR IN-PLACE PAVING DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAY 7. AUTHORIZING REFILL OF TWO (2) COORDINATOR POSITIONS AND ESTABLISHING SALARY THEREFORE COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES 8. AMENDING RESOLUTION #271-10P AS IT RELATES TO POSITIONS APPLICABLE FOR REFILL PROCEDURE FOR EXISTING NON-COMPENSATION SCHEDULE PERSONNEL PERSONNEL OFFICE 9. RESOLUTION CALLING ON THE STATE OF NEW YORK TO DEVELOP A 100 PERCENT STATE-FUNDED INDIGENT LEGAL DEFENSE SYSTEM AS A WAY TO PROVIDE MANDATE RELIEF AND LOWER PROPERTY TAXES 10. CHANGING 2016 TAX ROLLS PERTAINING TO CORRECTION OF ERRORS FOR VARIOUS TOWNS - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICES DEPARTMENT 11. SALE OF COUNTY OWNED LAND IN THE VILLAGE OF AFTON - DELINQUENT TAX SERVICES 12. AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF VEHICLES PUBLIC SAFETY CORRECTIONS 13. AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF A NEW YORK STATE DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES GRANT LIVESCAN UPGRADES SHERIFF S OFFICE 14. AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE AREA AGENCY ON AGING 15. AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR LANDFILL CLOSURE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (WASTE MANAGEMENT) 16. AUTHORIZING TIPPING FEE WAIVER FOR TAX SALE PARCEL NON-PREFERRED AGENDA 17. AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH FIRST TRANSIT, INC. VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS 18. PROCLAIMING MARCH 15 th, 2016 NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY IN CHENANGO COUNTY 19. AUTHORIZING IMPLEMENTATION OF INTEREST ARBITRATION AWARD AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE CHENANGO COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION Mr. Outwater made a motion to approve the Preferred Agenda. Mr. Brown seconded the motion. Mr. McNeil requested that Resolution #16 be removed from the Preferred Agenda. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

34 32 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLUTION #36-16 PROCLAIMING MARCH 15 th, 2016 NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY IN CHENANGO COUNTY Mrs. Nabinger offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the date of March 15 th, 2016 has been set aside as the official day to recognize the National Agriculture Industry, and WHEREAS, this year s theme for Agriculture Day is Agriculture: Stewards of a Healthy Planet, WHEREAS, agriculture makes up approximately 25 percent of the entire United States gross national product. Food and fiber production and services are the largest segment of the United States economy, and WHEREAS, American farmers are not only an integral part of the National economy, but they represent and characterize what has made America great -- hard work, and WHEREAS, the month of March marks the beginning of Spring, as well as the month in which a day is set aside as National Agriculture Day (Ag Day), an annual celebration recognizing the positive impact that the agricultural industry has on every American s daily life, and WHEREAS, a vital segment of Chenango County s economy is based on agriculture, and WHEREAS, it is only fitting and proper that recognition be given to farmers who, on a daily basis, provide the food and fiber of America, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors hereby proclaims March 15 th, 2016 NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY in Chenango County and call upon the citizens of this County to recognize the efforts of the members of the Chenango County agricultural community who, on a daily basis, perform their jobs with pride and dedication. Seconded by The Entire Board and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox presented the Proclamation to Mr. Bradd Vickers, President of the Chenango County Farm Bureau. Mr. Vickers said it is always an honor to receive this proclamation from this legislative body on behalf of the agricultural industry. He said to keep in mind that agriculture is the number one industry not only in Chenango County but in New York State. He invited everyone to attend the celebration to be held on Tuesday, March 15 th, 2016 at the Northeast Classic Car Museum. Mr. Vickers stated that this year s theme is Agriculture: Stewards of a Healthy Planet. Mr. Vickers noted that American agriculture is doing more and doing it better. He said that our farmers are dedicated to feeding the world population. Mr. Vickers said that farmers across the county live by this commitment every day. RESOLUTION #37-16 AUTHORIZING TIPPING FEE WAIVER FOR TAX SALE PARCEL The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, a structure on a Tax Sale parcel of property in the Town Otselic was damaged by fire, and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County of Chenango to remove the remains of the structure to facilitate the future sale of the parcel, and WHEREAS, with the assistance of the Town of Otselic, the County will remove the remains, and dispose of same at the County Landfill, RESOLVED, That this Board of Supervisors be and hereby authorizes the waiver of tipping fees for the disposal of the remains of a structure on a Tax Sale parcel in the Town of Otselic. Seconded by Mr. Outwater and duly adopted. Prior to the adoption of Resolution #37-16 Mr. McNeil asked about the location of the tax sale property. Chairman Wilcox explained that it was a residential building in Otselic that burned after Chenango County took possession of the property. RESOLUTION #38-16P RESOLUTION CALLING ON THE STATE OF NEW YORK TO DEVELOP A 100 PERCENT STATE-FUNDED INDIGENT LEGAL DEFENSE SYSTEM AS A WAY TO PROVIDE MANDATE RELIEF AND LOWER PROPERTY TAXES

35 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the United States Supreme Court held in Gideon v. Wainwright that the right to counsel for one charged with a crime is fundamental and that it is the state's responsibility to supply lawyers for those unable to afford them; and WHEREAS, in 1965 the State of New York delegated this state responsibility to the counties; and WHEREAS, the decision to entrench responsibility at the county level in the State of New York has resulted in a system by which the County and local property taxpayers are burdened with the vast majority of the cost of this state responsibility; and WHEREAS, the shift of costs for this state mandated service has become so imbalanced that the counties of New York now cover more than 80% of the cost burden; and WHEREAS, implementation of the constitutional right to counsel under Gideon is a state, not county, obligation; and WHEREAS, in 2006 the Kaye Commission on the Future of Indigent Defense Services declared that the New York State System of County-Delivered Indigent Services is in crisis and urged the expeditious establishment of an Independent Public Defense Commission; and WHEREAS, the State of New York and multiple counties are now defendants, and recently entered into a settlement, in the matter of Hurrell-Harring, et al. v. State of New York, a systemic lawsuit similar to many that have been successful across the country seeking to transform the indigent legal defense system; and WHEREAS, the settlement will have a profound fiscal impact on the state and each and every county therein; and WHEREAS, the state can both comply with its obligations under the settlement and significantly improve the public defense system by establishing a 100 percent state funded indigent legal defense program; and WHEREAS, such a state funded system would relieve the counties of this state of the burden imposed upon them since 1965; RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors calls upon the State of New York and Governor Cuomo to immediately create a 100 percent state funded indigent legal defense system and relieve the counties of this state of the burden imposed upon them since 1965; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Chenango County Board of Supervisors shall forward copies of this resolution to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, State Senator James L. Seward, State Senator Frederick J. Akshar II, Assemblyman Clifford W. Crouch, Assemblyman Gary D. Finch, other New York counties, and the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #39-16P CHANGING 2016 TAX ROLLS PERTAINING TO CORRECTION OF ERRORS FOR VARIOUS TOWNS - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICES DEPARTMENT The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Correction of Errors have been filed for the 2016 tax roll, RESOLVED, That the County Treasurer and the Real Property Tax Services Department are hereby authorized and directed to correct the following parcels, and charge accounts as listed below plus any unaccrued interest. Town/Assessed To YR. Parcel ID# Reason Adjustment Afton/Dougherty, John P Remove Erroneous $42.92 & Susan A. Village Relevy DR. $ 2.81 A342 DR. $ A440 Village of Afton CR. $ A250 Town/Assessed To YR. Parcel ID# Reason Adjustment Afton/Dougherty, John P Remove Erroneous $ & Susan A. Village Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $ A440 Village of Afton CR. $ A250

36 34 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Town/Assessed To YR. Parcel ID# Reason Adjustment Afton/Dougherty, John P Remove Erroneous $ & Susan A. Village Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $1, A440 Village of Afton CR. $1, A250 Town/Assessed To YR. Parcel ID# Reason Adjustment Otselic/Otselic Valley Remove Erroneous $1, Central School School Relevy DR. $ A342 DR. $1, A440 Otselic Valley Central School CR. $1, A250 Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #40-16P SALE OF COUNTY OWNED LAND IN THE VILLAGE OF AFTON - DELINQUENT TAX SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chairman and the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors are hereby authorized to execute, acknowledge, enseal and deliver conveying the following land acquired by the County under deed recorded in the Chenango County Clerk s Office under authority of and pursuant to a Judgment of Hon. Kevin M. Dowd, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Chenango for 2011 taxes, the full details of which are on file with said Clerk as part of the minutes of this meeting of the Board, and be it further RESOLVED, That the conveyance of said deed shall be issued subject to the rules for said sale, as per Board of Supervisors Resolution #54-15P: AFTON PARCEL NAME BID STEVEN BEARDSLEY $50.00 Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #41-16P AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF VEHICLES PUBLIC SAFETY CORRECTIONS The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That a transfer of funds, in the amount of $50,000.00, be made from Appropriation Account #A Utilities, to Appropriation Account #A Equipment, in order to provide the funds necessary for the purchase and up-fit of two (2) vehicles as part of the 2015 and 2016 vehicle replacements. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

37 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTION #42-16P AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF A NEW YORK STATE DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES GRANT LIVESCAN UPGRADES SHERIFF S OFFICE The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, by Resolution #65-15P, the Chenango County Board of Supervisors authorized an application to the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) for upgrades to the LiveScan System used since 2006 for mug shots and fingerprinting at the Sheriff s Office, and WHEREAS, the Chenango County Sheriff has received notification from DCJS that the County has been granted an award in the amount of $18,131.00, with a local match of $18,132.00, for a total project cost of $36, to upgrade the current LiveScan systems, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to credit new Revenue Account #A44433 DCJS LIVESCAN T484433, by $18,131.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $18,131.00, be made from Revenue Account #A44433 to Appropriation Account #A DCJS LIVESCAN T484433, and be it further RESOLVED, That, in order to accommodate the $18, local match, the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to make the following transfers of funds, to Appropriation Account #A Equipment, from the following Appropriation Accounts, in the amount set opposite each: Account # Title Amount A Utilities $ 1, A Insurance & Bonds $16, Total: $18, Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #43-16P AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE AREA AGENCY ON AGING The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase the following Revenue Accounts, in the amount set opposite each: Account # Title Amount A3812 State Aid NY Connects/BIP $ A4812 Fed Aid NY Connects/BIP $ 1, Total: $ 1, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, totaling $1,500.00, be made from said revenue accounts, to Appropriation Account #A Equipment, and RESOLVED, That said appropriation shall provide the funds necessary for the purchase of one (1) desktop computer for the Area Agency on Aging. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #44-16P AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR LANDFILL CLOSURE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (WASTE MANAGEMENT) The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption:

38 36 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 WHEREAS, the County of Chenango, as part of the obligations for the construction of the Countywide Landfill in the Town of Pharsalia, New York is required to set aside funds for the closure of the landfill, and WHEREAS, there are funds in the Capital Project Account for Brisben Transfer Station improvements available for said purpose, RESOLVED, That that the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to make a transfer of funds, in the amount of $32,008.37, from Capital Project Account #H Brisben Transfer Station Improvements, to Capital Project Account #H Solid Waste Management Facility Reserve. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #45-16P AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH COORDINATED CARE SERVICES, INC., OF ROCHESTER, NEW YORK FOR FISCAL REPORTING SUPPORT AND TRAINING COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Health & Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Chenango County Community Mental Hygiene Services departments routinely are required to prepare Consolidated Financial Reports (CFR) for the purposes of collecting claims for financial aid, and WHEREAS, Coordinated Care Services, Inc. (CCSI), of Rochester, New York, has the expertise to assist in the preparation of said CFR, while at the same time providing training to department personnel in CFR preparation for future reporting needs, RESOLVED, That, upon the approval of the County Attorney, the Chairman of this Board be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County of Chenango, an Agreement with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. (CCSI), of Rochester, New York for fiscal support and training, at an estimated cost of $66,670.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That the term of said contract shall be from January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said services shall be made from Appropriation Account #A CCSI Fiscal Support Contract. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #46-16P AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH DR. PAUL TEGTMEYER FOR CONSULTANT PSYCHOLOGIST SERVICES COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Health and Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Chenango County Mental Health programs utilize the services of a contractual consultant psychologist, Dr. Paul Tegtmeyer, of New Woodstock, New York, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of Community Services that the County of Chenango renew the agreement with Dr. Tegtmeyer for said services, RESOLVED, That, the Chairman of this Board of Supervisors, upon the approval of the County Attorney, be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County of Chenango, an Agreement with Dr. Paul Tegtmeyer, of New Woodstock, New York for consultant psychologist services for the Chenango County Mental Health Department, at the cost of $40,310.40, and be it further RESOLVED, That said agreement shall be through December 31, 2016, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said services shall be made from Appropriation Account #A Consulting Psychologist. Seconded by Mr. Outwater.

39 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #47-16P RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SATELLITE MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC AT OTSELIC VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Health & Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, by Resolution #164-14P, the Chenango County Board of Supervisors expressed its support for the establishment of two (2) satellite clinics at Oxford Academy and Central School District, and WHEREAS, the Director of Community Services desires to pursue licensing for an additional satellite clinic at Otselic Valley Central School District, and WHEREAS, it is anticipated said proposed clinic could be operated with existing staff resources, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors be and hereby supports the establishment of a satellite clinic at Otselic Valley Central School District, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors further authorizes the Director of Community Services to begin implementation planning for said clinic, as well as any necessary applications, certifications, or assurances to the appropriate regulatory agencies. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #48-16 AUTHORIZING IMPLEMENTATION OF INTEREST ARBITRATION AWARD AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE CHENANGO COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION Mr. Seneck offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the County of Chenango anticipates the imminent receipt of the Interest Arbitration Award for the Chenango County Law Enforcement Association (CCLEA), for the years 2012 and 2013, and WHEREAS, given proper authority to make transfers of funds, sufficient appropriations are available to implement said award, upon receipt of the final Award, RESOLVED, That, upon receipt of the final Interest Arbitration Award, the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to implement the Interest Arbitration Award for the Chenango County Law Enforcement Association (CCLEA), including transfers of existing appropriations for salary and fringe benefits, as necessary. Seconded by Mr. Outwater and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams RESOLUTION #49-16P AUTHORIZING REFILL OF TWO (2) COORDINATOR POSITIONS AND ESTABLISHING SALARY THEREFORE COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That, effective immediately, Appropriation Account #A Mental Health Program Coordinator, is hereby authorized to be refilled, and be it further RESOLVED, That the annual salary for said position shall be $67,000.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That, effective April 8, 2016, Appropriation Account #A Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services Coordinator, is hereby authorized to be refilled, and be it further

40 38 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLVED, That the annual salary for said position shall be $65,000.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That a transfer of funds, in the amount of $3,400.00, be made from Appropriation Account #A Staff Social Worker to Appropriation Account #A to accommodate the salary increase in the 2016 budget. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #50-16P AMENDING RESOLUTION #271-10P AS IT RELATES TO POSITIONS APPLICABLE FOR REFILL PROCEDURE FOR EXISTING NON-COMPENSATION SCHEDULE PERSONNEL PERSONNEL OFFICE The Personnel Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Resolution #271-10P, adopted December 13, 2010, rescinded Resolution #13-08 as it related to personnel position refills, and established a revised procedure whereby all refills of existing, non-compensation schedule positions, including those positions vacated by probationary personnel, require the approval of the appropriate Standing Committee, and if approved by the Standing Committee, the Personnel Committee, and WHEREAS, said refill procedure has remained in place since its January 1, 2011 inception, and WHEREAS, the Chenango County Sheriff has made a request to the Standing Committee on Personnel that the refill of existing, mandated corrections personnel positions be exempted from said procedure, and WHEREAS, the Standing Committee on Personnel has recommended that existing, mandated corrections positions be exempted from the refill procedure detailed in Resolution #271-10P, until January 2017, RESOLVED, That, effective immediately, Resolution #271-10P is amended to exempt existing, mandated corrections personnel refills, through January 1, Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #51-16P AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH BUFFALO HERITAGE SQUADRON FOR 2016 LT. WARREN E. EATON/ CHENANGO COUNTY AIRPORT AIRSHOW PERFORMANCE - LT. WARREN E. EATON/ CHENANGO COUNTY AIRPORT The Planning & Economic Development Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Buffalo Heritage Squadron operates as part of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to vintage military aircraft, and WHEREAS, it is desired to secure the services of the Buffalo Heritage Squadron at the planned June 11, 2016 Airport Day Show at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton/ Chenango County Airport, at the cost of $250.00, plus fuel RESOLVED, That, upon the approval of the County Attorney, the Chairman of this Board of Supervisors be and hereby is authorized to execute, on behalf of Chenango County, an agreement with the Buffalo Heritage Squadron at the June 11, 2016 Airport Day Show at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton/ Chenango County Airport, at the cost of $250.00, plus fuel, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said agreement shall be made from Capital Project Account #H Airport Events. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

41 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RESOLUTION #52-16P AUTHORIZING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT LIAISON AGREEMENT WALKING RIDGE DEVELOPMENT, LLC DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT The Planning and Economic Development Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, for 2016, the County of Chenango desires to enter into a Workforce Development Liaison Agreement with Walking Ridge Development, LLC RESOLVED, That, upon the approval of the County Attorney, the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County of Chenango, a Workforce Development Liaison Agreement with Walking Ridge Development, LLC, of Preston, New York for the period of January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, at the cost up to $35,000.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said agreement shall be made from Appropriation Account #A Workforce Development Liaison Contract. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #53-16 AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH FIRST TRANSIT, INC. VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS Mr. Brown offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, by Resolution #56-15P, this Board of Supervisors did extend, for a period of one (1) year, its agreements with First Transit, Inc. of Cincinnati, Ohio as prescribed by Resolution #89-08, and amended by Resolution #76-13P, and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the County of Chenango and First Transit to further extend the remaining county services; public transit, Aging meal deliveries, and Mental Hygiene transportation services an additional one (1) year, RESOLVED, That, upon the approval of the County Attorney, the Chairman of this Board be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County extension agreements for public transportation services with First Transit, Inc. of Cincinnati, Ohio, for public transit services including fixed and deviated-routes, Area Agency on Aging meal delivery services, and Mental Hygiene transportation services, and be it further RESOLVED, That said extension shall be for a period of one year, from May 1, 2016 through April 30, Seconded by Mr. Law and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams RESOLUTION #54-16P AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID TO BROOME BITUMINOUS PRODUCTS, INC. OF VESTAL, NEW YORK FOR IN-PLACE PAVING DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAY The Public Works Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Chenango County Public Works Director, in consultation with the Standing Committee on Public Works, did advertise for bids for the award of contract for in-place paving of various county roads during 2016, and WHEREAS, the lowest bid amount of $478, was submitted by Broome Bituminous Products, Inc., of Vestal, New York, RESOLVED, That the Chairman of this Board, in consultation with the Chenango County Attorney, and the Public Works Director, be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County of Chenango, a contract with Broome Bituminous Products, Inc., of Vestal, New York, for in-place paving on various county roads in 2016, at a total base bid amount of $478,953.75, and be it further RESOLVED, That payment for said contract shall be made from Appropriation Account #D Materials Road Widening. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda resolutions duly adopted.

42 40 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLUTION #55-16 BILLS AND CLAIMS Mr. Blanchard offered the following and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, this Board has accepted a report of the General, Welfare and Highway bills and claims for the month of February 2016 against Chenango County in the amount of $3,206, RESOLVED, that the acts and audits of the Chenango County Auditor, in relation thereto, are approved by this Board; and be it further RESOLVED, that certain other expenditures, as reported by the Chenango County Treasurer, in the amount of $1,699,865.95, are accepted and made a part of the following summary. GENERAL: Bills & Claims $ 1,288, Supervisors' Salaries $ 26, Certified Payroll $ 698, Sheriff Payroll $ 406, Social Svcs. Payroll $ 319, Self-insurance Payroll $ $ 2, & Disbursements HIGHWAY: Co. Rd. Bills & Claims $ 80, Co. Rd. Pay & Mach. Rentals $ 149, $ 172, Rd. Mach. Bills & Claims $ 74, Rd. Machinery Payrolls $ 44, $ 2,742, $ 522, WELFARE: Day Care $ 29, Administration $ 108, Preston Manor $ 34, Svcs. for Recipients $ Medical $ 46, Family Assistance $ 208, Child Care $ 175, J.D. Care $ Pmt. to State Schools $ - Safety Net $ 109, HEAP $ Burials $ - EEA $ $ 714, TOTALS $ 2,309, $ 1,669, TOTAL BILLS & CLAIMS FOR February 2016 $ 3,978, TOTAL BILLS & CLAIMS TO DATE $ 8,885, Seconded by Law and duly adopted. Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams

43 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SPEAKERS John S. Zielinski, City of Norwich Chamberlain/Clerk Proposed Solar City Project Presentation Chairman Wilcox said that this issue has been before the Public Works Committee twice. He said that the issue was forwarded to the full Board as a courtesy to make sure everyone is aware of exactly what is being proposed. The Chairman introduced City of Norwich Chamberlain John Zielinski and Solar City Representative Patrick Corr. He said that Solar City is the organization that the City of Norwich has contracted with to bring this proposal forward. Chairman Wilcox introduced Mr. Buchan as the Special Energy Attorney retained by the City of Norwich. Mr. Buchan stated that he is counsel for the City of Norwich for the Solar City project. He said that the parcel they are talking about is located adjacent to the county s landfill site. Mr. Buchan explained that they are proposing to put a solar array on the parcel of land next to the old landfill site; not directly on the landfill site. He said that this parcel, as a buffer area next to the landfill, has very limited opportunity for future use. Mr. Buchan said that Solar City will provide more detail about how this solar power plant would work. He said that he has a number of other clients who have placed solar projects directly on landfills. Mr. Buchan said that putting the array on the buffer property is a better solution. He said this is not like a solar system that is placed on a roof with the power going directly into a building. Mr. Buchan said that the power produced from this solar array would go into the grid through a meter. Mr. Buchan said that finding a location that has the appropriate circuit and enough land (5 acres per megawatt) is quite a process that requires quite a lot of study. He said that the interconnection has already been approved and they know what the project will cost. Mr. Buchan said these projects are financed through federal tax credits (30% to the owner of the system), accelerated depreciation benefits and a NYSERDA grant. He noted that these pieces of equipment have a 30 year life span but all of the depreciation can take place in five years. Mr. Buchan said they are looking at a megawatt Block One grant for this location and that is the best grant available. Mr. Buchan said the proposal is for a two megawatt project. He said if they wait they will lose part of the $680,000 grant they are looking at right now. Mr. Buchan said they are very appreciative of the county s consideration of this proposal. Mr. Buchan said that Option #1 is consideration of an Intermunicipal Agreement (which is the county s substitute for a lease) between the City of Norwich and Chenango County. He said that Option #2 is to transfer the property from county ownership to city ownership. Mr. Buchan said they are urging the county to consider the Intermunicipal Agreement, mainly due to cost considerations. He said that with an Intermunicipal Agreement the land remains tax exempt while it would not if the land was to be transferred. Mr. Buchan said that they are overbuilding the system a little bit so there is an opportunity to share the low cost power. He said that they have had conversations with the Norwich City School District about this also. Mr. Buchan said that they would also like to offer some of that benefit to Chenango County. Mr. Patrick Corr introduced himself as Solar City s Senior Director for Project Development for the east coast. Mr. Corr began his presentation by providing a visual of some of Solar City s projects. He explained that the proposed site in North Norwich would be a 2.5 megawatt project. Mr. Corr stated that the array would be next to the landfill and not on top of it. He said that the solar project would not be able to be seen from a distance. Mr. Corr provided photo simulations of what would be seen from various directions. Mr. Corr provided an example of a Safety Plan. He also provided a sample timeline for installation. Mr. Corr stated that Solar City would seed the area with non-invasive grasses. He said they use no herbicide and all of the panels are non-toxic. Mr. Corr said that the technology available that includes toxicity is not utilized by Solar City. Mr. Corr discussed the effective life of the solar panels. He said that the panels are projected to be at 80% efficiency at 25 years of age. Mr. Corr stated that the elements do need to be recycled eventually. He said the metals are melted down and made available to metal refineries. Mr. Brown asked for an explanation of what happens after 25 years. Mr. Corr said there is a renewal option to extend the agreement. He said if that does not occur then Solar City is responsible to decommission the site. Mr. Brown asked if there will be a negotiation for ownership. Mr. Corr said no. He said it would be a negotiation regarding the extension of the municipal agreement. Mr. Buchan said there is an option to renew with a fixed price or an option to buy with a fixed price. Mr. Corr said that they will be going into the financial aspect of this. He said that at the end of 25 years there is no obligation to the county whatsoever. City Attorney Patrick Flanagan said that the option regarding the purchase actually belongs to the City of Norwich. Mr. Heisler asked if a panel at 80% efficiency is still viable. Mr. Corr said there is a slow degradation over the life of the system but it still produces a lot of energy even after 25 years. He explained that the panels are made of silicon and as long as light is hitting them then electrons are being knocked loose and power is being produced.

44 42 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Dr. Wansor asked if there is any noise generation from the equipment. Mr. Corr said that it might be possible to hear a hum if you are right on top of the inverter. Mr. Lawrence asked if the City of Norwich or Chenango County will be responsible for the disposition of the panels if the agreement isn t renewed after 25 years. Mr. Corr said that Solar City would fully clear the site and put the land back to its original condition. Ms. Ireland asked what the efficiency will be after 50 years. Mr. Corr said that has to do with the warranty from the manufacturer. He said that the 80% efficiency figure after 25 years is basically an estimate. Mr. Corr said that the agreement has a 100% power output guarantee so you know what the panels (the system) are going to produce. He said it is in Solar City s best interest to produce the amount of power promised. Mr. Brown asked how long it takes to make two megawatts. Mr. Corr said that is a power rating and the megawatt hours are not equivalent to the power rating. Mr. Buchan said that the project will produce about 3.5 million kilowatt hours per year. Mr. Zielinski said they asked for an explanation of this in plain English and it means 3.5 million kilowatt hours produced in one year. Mr. McNeil asked about maintenance and acts of God. He asked if Solar City would handle those. Mr. Corr said that Solar City takes care of all maintenance. Mr. Corr said that this project will be a very valuable asset. He said once the array is installed, Solar City is essentially O&M on this. Mr. Corr said if Solar City went out of business then this would be a reassigned asset bringing in revenue and worth millions of dollars. He said there is a huge incentive to take care of this. Mr. McNeil asked for the maintenance schedule. Mr. Corr said he doesn t have a lot of detail about that. He noted that the array will be monitored electronically 24 hours a day. Mr. Corr said that he can t speak to who actually goes out and fixes things. He said there is a guaranteed power production and if they fell below that figure then they would owe the City of Norwich money. Mr. Jeffrey asked about the provisions for the safety and security of the site. Mr. Corr said that the site will be fenced in. Mr. Jeffrey asked if Solar City would be the only entity with permission to enter the site. Mr. Corr confirmed that to be the case. Mr. Lawrence asked what the real property tax would be on this array over a period of time. He mentioned a PILOT for Chenango County and North Norwich. Mr. Lawrence asked why an Intermunicipal Agreement would be a better option for Chenango County than deeding the property to the City of Norwich. Mr. Buchan said Section 487 provides an exemption for the change in assessed value associated with the asset. He said the change in assessed value is not included in the assessment. Mr. Buchan said the City of Norwich wants to share some of the power that it receives from this array. He said if the county deeds the land then it will be taxable. Mr. Buchan said then there would be a tax bill to the City of Norwich that would essentially reduce the overall benefit to the City. He said after 15 years the value of the system will be taxable and that will be an additional cost to the City. Mr. Lawrence said Solar City will sell power to the City of Norwich at a reduced rate and that will offset the tax revenue they would have normally received. Mr. Patrick Flanagan stated that there is no tax revenue associated with that piece of property right now as it is county owned. Mr. Lawrence said there could be revenue from the infrastructure that would be built. He asked how much money this would earn for the county and the town if it were taxed. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said that he doesn t think the City of Norwich would put the project at a location where it would be taxed. Mr. Buchan said the tax amount would be significant. He said that he can say that this type of tax burden (on the margins they are hoping to save) would force them to reexamine whether this project should be performed. Mr. Buchan said that as the power consumer the City of Norwich would be the entity required to pay any tax due on the infrastructure. Real Property Tax Director Stephen Harris said that under Section 487 the exemption is applied for at the town level and would be granted by the Assessor. He said that each municipality had a choice to opt out of the exemption or ask for a Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) ranging from zero to the full tax amount. Mr. Brown asked if each municipality involved (town, county, school district) has the option to offer the 15 year exemption or not. Mr. Harris said that at this point all that can be done regarding this project would be to ask for a PILOT. He noted that there is a timeline regarding the required notifications for such projects. Mr. Brown mentioned the disturbing things we have heard about windmill power. Mr. Brown confirmed that there is an agreed upon price for the 3.5 million kilowatt hours for 25 years. Mr. Corr said that is correct. Mr. Buchan said the contract structure is as follows: The City of Norwich pays 6.9 cents per kilowatt hour generated and put into the grid. At that point there is a credit issued by NYSEG, that credit is 10.9 cents. Mr. Corr said that the difference is a benefit to the City of Norwich. Mr. Buchan said that credit comes to the City of Norwich on its power bill. Mr. Corr said that Mr. Buchan alluded to the fact that this site is preferable to any other. He said this particular site has the advantage of being near a landfill site without having the onerous costs of being right on top of a landfill. Mr. Corr said the Year One savings is just under $100,000 and over 25 years the City of Norwich would save over four million dollars.

45 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Supervisor Brown said that Chenango County has a permit from the DEC to close that landfill and the requirement is that the county has to monitor the landfill and make sure that it doesn t do bad things to the environment from now and forever. Mr. Fry said that the county has to monitor the closed landfill and the land contingent to the landfill for this proposed site. He said that the property has monitoring wells on it and if anything ever did happen the DEC could make the county tear up the array. Mr. Fry said that they could require the county to do more drilling, further well and water monitoring and more ground sampling. He said that the DEC could require the county to build better capping and in his opinion it is just too close for comfort. Director Fry said we have discussed the fact that while the property isn t being used right now we may have a use for it in five years. He said there are existing monitoring wells all around the property in question and we don t know how those wells will be affected. Mr. Fry said the solar industry hasn t seen any environmental issues so far but in his opinion it is too much of a chance. Mr. Brown asked if we have to inform the DEC what we plan to do. Mr. Fry said that we do. He said that as part of the reclamation process there may be regulations dictating that the county cannot just throw an array on the land. Mr. Fry said at the very least there will be a need to obtain DEC approval before doing anything. Mr. Corr said that is a good point and noted that Solar City has an environmental team dedicated to doing just that. Director Fry said he is all for innovative technology but instead of rushing ahead due to funding timelines it would behoove the county to do more investigation before moving ahead. City Attorney Patrick Flanagan said that after they attended committee last month the County Attorney sent a brochure regarding a DEC seminar. He said that while there are issues that can be overcome this is apparently almost an ideal location. Mr. Flanagan said that while there are always issues, this is almost a preferred site because it is in the buffered land that is not right on the cap. He said he would encourage anyone who hasn t already watched the seminar to watch it. Mr. Flanagan said that he found it to be very helpful. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said that the City of Norwich acted early enough to meet the deadline for grandfathering. He said this site is a Block One site. He said that he understands the need to do due diligence but this is a grandfathered project with Block One funding and that will never happen again. Mr. Buchan said he worked with Madison County who has a very similar project in on a landfill buffer site. He said that the process Madison went through involved a very minimal modification. Mr. Buchan indicated that the DEC was very receptive to the modification. Mr. Buchan said that this system would be situated on driven posts about four feet into the ground and mounted to a rack on the top. He said if it becomes necessary a drill rig can move in among the array, arrive where it needs to be and a portion of the array could be disassembled. Mr. Buchan stated that it is not a cost anyone wants to incur but in terms of working in a facility like this it is relatively simple to remove or change sections. Mr. Corr stated that Solar City wants to work with Chenango County and the City of Norwich to perform any and all due diligence. He said this meeting is really about identifying the site and getting everyone on board with the overall project. Mr. Corr said that an alternative site that does not have the advantages would be Block Two or lower as Block Two is already filling up very quickly. He said that the Block program is an incentive program that starts off at the highest point and then decreases. Mr. Corr said that the Year One savings would go from over $100,000 to negative $9,000. He said the advantages of the proposed site cannot be stressed strongly enough. Mr. Corr stated that Solar City has 330,000 customers, 2,000 commercial solar projects and well over 18,000 employees. He said that Solar City has long term financial stability and has secured over nine billion dollars worth of projects. Mr. Corr said that they are very confident that they have the funds to build the projects they have and also the ones they have in line. He noted that Solar City has twenty years of recurring revenue from their existing systems. Mr. Grace mentioned the Buffalo plant. He asked if the panels to be installed at this proposed project would be American made. Mr. Corr said no. He said that Solar City is very excited about the Buffalo plant as the panels to be manufactured there will be record setting panels in terms of efficiency while having standard efficiency panel prices. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said the City of Norwich is grandfathered for this project because they issued the RFP in May before the June deadline. He said that the City chose Solar City because they offered the best price and issued a 100% performance guarantee. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said that is an important point. Mr. Corr said that companies typically offer a percentage of the overall performance. He said they are ultimately confident in what this will produce. Mr. Corr mentioned that the agreement is also not weather dependent. Mr. Corr mentioned their noteworthy Investment Partners and said that those companies are not likely to vet anyone they do not have confidence in. Mr. Law said he has heard a lot of comments about the City of Norwich and Solar City today. He asked what the benefit is for Chenango County. Mr. Buchan said that if you look at how much power the City of Norwich will consume in a year it is about one-half of what will be produced. He said they want to share about half to what they call off-takers. Mr. Buchan said they are in a situation where once they understand where the project will be and what the costs will be then they will be in a position to approach Chenango County and the Norwich City School District to say this is how we are going to share this power. He said they will have to make some structural changes as they will have to come up with an arrangement about where the meters would be addressed. Mr. Buchan said that the meters would have to say City of Norwich and they will need to use a public utility service type of structure. He said that in his memorandum he talked a bit about how this could be done. Mr. Buchan noted that this is a whole new era here with distribution. He said that he doesn t want to be too forward about exactly how the sharing will occur but they are committed to finding a way to share this power so that the benefit can be offered to off-takers also. Mr.

46 44 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Buchan said that Chenango County is number one on the City of Norwich s list of potential off-takers if it is willing to host the array. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said that even if Chenango County decides not to become an off-taker it would benefit the City of Norwich and the Norwich City School District. He said that both of those are within Chenango County and therefore this project would ultimately benefit Chenango County residents. Mr. Law asked if Chenango County would receive some type of annual statement. Mr. Corr said that the county would have full access to how the array is performing. Mr. Buchan said that Chenango County would be working hand in hand with the City of Norwich. Mr. Brown said it would give his heart great pleasure to get to the point where all the power used here was coming from anywhere but Arab oil. He said he has to believe that this kind of thing is good for us. Supervisor Brown said there are certainly problems associated with this site. He asked why the City of Norwich didn t look at the 35 acres at the Airport. Mr. Corr stated that the solar industry is in its infancy. He said that they are up against an oil industry that is heavily subsidized; those subsidies are buried. He said the financials are definitely not on a level playing field. Mr. Corr noted that all the stars are aligned for the site that is currently proposed. Supervisor Brown said that sitting in this group are gentlemen who live in municipalities who (in the past) wanted to start their own municipal power. He said that those communities now enjoy very reasonable costs for electricity. Mr. Brown said he is hoping that the county makes these kinds of decisions. Mr. Buchan said that the airport poses issues because of the FAA and the glare from the panels. He said they looked at that very carefully in Madison County and couldn t do it. Mr. Buchan said that the overall architecture here is municipal power. He said that there is no reason that the towns can t share in some of this municipal power. Mr. Peter Flanagan said that he would like to point out that this is a request for one site. He said that Madison County has multiple sites. Supervisor Flanagan said that whatever benefit the county would accrue would come from whatever the City of Norwich makes but this is not to say other steps couldn t be taken. He said that if they can put a solar array on top of a landfill they can definitely put one next to a landfill. Mr. Flanagan said we are never going to do anything on that property and everyone knows it. Mr. Khoury said we are being asked to look at an Intermunicipal Agreement or a conveyance of property and the City of Norwich is pushing for the Intermunicipal Agreement. He said that option exposes the county to liabilities that may be unforeseen. Mr. Khoury said that he is interested in information regarding the fact that Solar City has been heavily subsidized. He said that this is not a free market situation whatsoever and the revenue projection into 20 years is based on government tax credits. Mr. Corr stated that the investment tax credit was extended. He said that is fantastic news for the industry overall. Mr. Corr said that it is great for solar growth and Solar City in particular. He said they don t rely on the tax credit. He said those are established and the only reliance on the additional tax credit would be for future projects. Mr. Khoury said it has to be part of the model. Mr. Corr said yes but those are already done. He said the tax credit is taken right away and the only thing that might take a little longer is depreciation. Mr. Khoury said that Solar City started in He asked if the company is taking a loss for 2014 and Mr. Corr said that is above his pay grade. Mr. Khoury asked how this is to be forecasted if Solar City hasn t felt the ravages of a free market economy yet. Mr. Corr said that the projects they already have on the books are locked into contracts and have no additional reliance on investment tax credits. He said part of the company s overall strategy is to rely less and less on that. Mr. Flanagan said that at the committee meeting a timeline was discussed. Mr. Buchan said he was under the impression that the committee has moved a resolution to the Board. He said if that is not the case he hopes that the committee will do so. Mr. Buchan said in terms of urgency they have already secured the grant from NYSERDA. He said they would like to build the project and provide the electricity this year. Mr. Buchan said that the City of Norwich buys the power and that is the only obligation they have. He said they are urging this Board to propose a motion to keep this land non-taxable. Chairman Wilcox said that the Board has spent over an hour on this today and he would like to wrap things up. He said that two resolutions have been prepared. The Chairman said that one resolution was prepared for an Intermunicipal Agreement and the other was prepared for the transfer of property from Chenango County to the City of Norwich. The Chairman said that it is up to the Board to decide which way to go. Mr. Woodford said that he prepared the resolutions knowing those were the two most logical directions in which the Board could go. Mr. Brown asked if we have done the right thing for the county if we don t have a legal opinion from our attorney and our legal staff. He said we need Mr. Woodford (who has secured power for this county for many years), the Chairman of the Board (whose leadership has done us nothing but good) and perhaps a couple of members from Finance and from the Department of Public Works to take a look at this.

47 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Mr. Flanagan made a motion to refer the options for the Solar City project to Public Works Committee and the Finance Committee. Mr. Grace seconded the motion. Mr. Jeffrey asked Mr. Buchan if time is of the essence. Mr. Buchan said that the City of Norwich has obtained the grant and has the grandfathered credits. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said that the grant is in Block One. He said they would like to work with the committees to grow this plan as a way to reduce the cost of government. Mr. Patrick Flanagan said that at any future time the economic benefits won t even be close to what they would be for this proposed project. Mr. McNeil said Mr. Flanagan s motion means that the county will be considering the proposed site only. He said either way the construction timeline will still be viable if a decision is made during April s Board meeting. Dr. Wansor asked for consideration for the people of the Town of North Norwich. Carried. REFERRAL TO PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REFERRAL TO FINANCE COMMITTEE Lisa Kerr, Chenango County Personnel Officer Interest Arbitration Update Mr. Seneck made a motion to enter into an Executive Session to discuss an Interest Arbitration Update. Dr. Wansor seconded the motion. Carried. Mr. Flanagan made a motion to adjourn the Executive Session. Mr. McNeil seconded the motion. Carried. Mr. Flanagan made a motion to enter into an Executive Session to discuss a Personnel Issue. Mr. Heisler seconded the motion. Carried. Mr. Flanagan made a motion to adjourn the Executive Session. Mr. McNeil seconded the motion. Carried. Bill Craine, Chenango County Treasurer and Budget Officer Financial Status Update Chairman Wilcox mentioned that Mr. Craine has been working on some long range thoughts for Chenango County and he asked him to speak to the full Board to foster a better understanding of where the county stands financially. Mr. Craine mentioned excellent Real Property Tax collections and the excellent work by the Department of Social Services in He said that both of those items offset some of the less favorable changes during the year such as the increase in Community College costs and the necessary purchase of a server a year earlier than planned. Mr. Craine said we face a twin dilemma. He said that when looking toward the 2017 budget process the twin drivers are Sales Tax and Real Property Tax. The Treasurer said it appears that our tax cap calculation will be as little as one tenth of one percent to a figure as great as one half of one percent. The Treasurer said that when we adopted the budget for 2016 in November we were ahead by Sales Tax for the year but in November and December it really fell off the cliff. He said that we ended the year down nearly 1% in Sales Tax (.83%). Mr. Craine said the last time that happened was during the 2008, 2009 and 2010 recession. He said that we can expect very little tax cap or sales tax relief and he wants everyone to be prepared for that. Mr. Craine said that a one percent increase in our expenditures equals about $850,000. He said that over the last few years it has taken between $750,000 and one and a quarter of a million dollars to be able to close the budget. The Treasurer said he wanted to get it out early that we have some heavy lifting to do. He said that this year s February numbers have mostly made up the January shortage but we are still short for the year to date.

48 46 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Mr. Flanagan asked about closing the gap over the last four or five years. He said an analysis would reveal that we have been doing some deficit spending. Supervisor Flanagan asked how much we need from surplus every year. He said that he would love to see a five year printout of the use of surplus; including the holes we have had to patch. Mr. Craine said that was included as part of the 2016 budget presentation. He reported that we have used about four million dollars. He said about one half of that was to be applied to the following year and the other half was for Cell Four at the Landfill, Community College Expenses, Labor Negotiations and the cost of repairing the roof of the County Office Building. Mr. Flanagan said that last year it was two million above the appropriation that had to be used. Mr. Craine said in 2011 we applied nearly four million and in 2016 that is down to 2.2 million. He said the only way surplus exists is if it is generated during the year in departmental savings. Mr. Craine said we thought we would have a deficit in 2015 but were fortunate to have a surplus of about half of one million dollars due to DSS and Real Property Tax Collections. Mr. Flanagan mentioned making the towns and school districts whole to the tune of about four million per year. Mr. Craine said that fifteen million dollars is about two months worth of operations. He said they think they will have close to 17 million but about a month ago were concerned that we would be closer to 14 million. Mr. Brown said that we actually received more money this year from non-motor fuel items than we did before. He said now we have a group of people that have paid their taxes that did not pay them before. Supervisor Brown stated that the motor fuel thing is a driving force in the economy. He said it may not help the county as the county depends on sales tax but overall the economy is better because of it. Mr. Brown said hopefully people will add on to their homes or decide to stay here instead of moving out of the area. Mr. Khoury said 2015 is a mixed bag but overall better than we thought. He asked Mr. Craine what keeps him up at night for a three year forecast. Mr. Craine said in 2016 we believe we can close the gap. He said we will probably be a little bit short for Sales Tax but the Attorney General reached an agreement for the Tobacco Settlement and our share of that is about $600,000 or $700,000. The Treasurer said that they believe that will allow us to operate in the positive again in He said that they believe we will be able to construct a budget for 2017 but the question is if we will be able to adhere to the tax cap in Treasurer Craine said that normally he can identify where to find the $850,000 that is needed but with no sales tax growth and little to no real property tax growth he can only identify between $250,000 and $350,000 right now. He said we could be looking for anywhere from $300,000 to $500,000 in order to close the gap. Mr. Craine said that he believes that might be a manageable number but that is ultimately up to the Board. Mr. Brown said that with the Medicaid takeover hopefully we will see DSS continue to show a savings. He said in terms of closing the gap Chairman Wilcox has been working with our state senator regarding a grant for the Highway Department. Mr. Craine said that they are also hoping for a decrease in Community College costs. Mr. Brown said he thinks some school districts are starting to listen to us. He said Mr. Craine is right, we don t want to start thinking about this in October. Mr. Craine mentioned the county s terrific experience with its Health Plan. He said we have also had two years in a row where the Comptroller s office has reduced pension rates. Mr. Jeffrey thanked Chairman Wilcox for having Mr. Craine bring this to our attention today. He said that every committee needs to know that a couple of thousand dollars really does matter when making decisions about spending. Mr. Flanagan said that there are two things that concern him. He mentioned the one percent dedicated sales tax as it pertains to the jail. Mr. Craine said that the best year he has seen is when Corrections was able to run at a deficit of about $600,000 or $700,000. He said that number has expanded with the increased overtime. Mr. Craine said it is unlikely that the one percent sales tax and/or the Boarding in Revenue will be sufficient to run the correctional operation; there will be some local cost. Mr. Brown noted there has been better news lately regarding Boarding in Revenue. Mr. Flanagan said the Landfill is the second item that concerns him. He said we had to pony up a million dollars for the last Cell. Mr. Craine said he believes that was a lesser amount than was required for any of the previous cells. Mr. Flanagan said we are running a deficit there and that is one of the things that keeps him up. Mr. Brown said he hopes to have good news about that at Thursday s meeting of the Public Works Committee. Mr. Canor asked how many more years we will receive the tobacco money. Mr. Craine said he believes we will receive that until He said he put a plan in place to get that revenue line to zero. Mr. Craine said his take on the Tobacco Settlement is that it was a 25 year agreement that does go away but he is not sure about that. He said they are going to make a plan to get that revenue to zero without impacting the debt level, cash level or tax cap. Mr. Outwater said he would like to have counsel look into the details of the Tobacco Settlement. Chairman Wilcox said that his purpose for this discussion today was to prevent coming to these conclusions in September or October when it is too late to do something about it for the next year s budget. He said we need to have a long term plan. The Chairman thanked Treasurer Craine for his presentation.

49 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS INVITATION Mr. Woodford shared an invitation for Board members to attend a Celebration of 45 years at Chase Health, 1 Terrace Heights, New Berlin, NY on Thursday, March 31st, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Mr. Flanagan alerted the Board of a communication that will be coming to them in regard to Bowman Lake expanding their holdings by taking an additional 325 acres of land off of Chenango County s tax rolls. ADJOURNMENT The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:37 p.m. to the Regular Board Meeting scheduled for April 11th, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

50 48 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2016 Chairman of the Board Lawrence Wilcox called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. Clerk of the Board RC Woodford called the roll with all members present except Supervisor Williams. Supervisor George G. Raymond, III offered the invocation. County Attorney Alan Gordon led the flag salute. APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES Carried. Regular Monthly Meeting March 14, 2016 Supervisor Law moved, seconded by Supervisor Starr, to approve the minutes of the above meeting of the Board. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Woodford stated that there is an additional communication from NYSAC with descriptions of some of the items that passed in the state budget. Mr. Outwater asked that Referral #1 be referred to the Finance Committee. Supervisor Seneck moved, seconded by Supervisor Canor, to receive and file all of the communications. Carried. REFERRAL TO FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS Planning & Economic Development 03/08/16 Ag, Buildings & Grounds 03/15/16 Safety & Rules 03/16/16 Public Works 03/17/16 Health & Human Services 03/29/16 Personnel 03/30/16 Finance 03/31/16 Carried. Supervisor Wansor made a motion to receive and file the committee reports. Supervisor Starr seconded the motion. PREFERRED AGENDA 1. CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE EIGHT YEAR REVIEW OF AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT #3A, ENCOMPASSING THE NORTHEASTERN PORTION OF CHENANGO COUNTY 2. AUTHORIZING REVISED SOLID WASTE HAULER AGREEMENTS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WASTE MANAGEMENT 3. AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF COOPERATIVE PURCHASING SERVICE AND MUTUAL SHARING PLANS AND PRINT SHOP SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH DELAWARE CHENANGO MADISON OTSEGO (DCMO) BOCES

51 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH EASTERN TRAVEL FOR CHARTER BUS SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 5. CALLING PUBLIC HEARINGS ASSOCIATED WITH ADOPTION OF CHENANGO COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 6. DETERMINING THAT CHENANGO COUNTY SHALL BE LEAD AGENCY FOR SEQRA PURPOSES OF THE CHENANGO COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PROJECT 7. RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN INCREASE IN THE SHARE OF REVENUE COUNTIES RETAIN FOR PROVIDING STATE DMV SERVICES 8. AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID TO SILVERLINE CONSTRUCTION OF BURDETT, NEW YORK FOR PRECAST PRESTRESSED CONCRETE BEAMS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAY 9. AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID TO STEVEN MILLER CONSTRUCTION OF MAYFIELD, NEW YORK FOR PRECAST PRESTRESSED CONCRETE BEAMS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAY 10. ESTABLISHING INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES AND SLIDING FEE SCALES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH 11. AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE AREA AGENCY ON AGING 12. AMENDING RESOLUTIONS # AND #197-06P - ESTABLISHING POLICY FOR DEPARTMENT HEAD & COMMITTEE CHAIR S INPUT INTO ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COMPENSATION SCHEDULE FOR THE PAYMENT OF CHENANGO COUNTY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES 13. AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF MENTAL HEALTH VITAL ACCESS PROVIDER (VAP) PROGRAM PHASE 2 AWARD FOR FREESTANDING ARTICLE 31 CLINICS COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES NON-PREFERRED AGENDA 14. AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH XEROX GOVERNMENT SYSTEMS, LLC FOR FIREHOUSE SOFTWARE SYSTEM AND SUPPORT SERVICES BUREAU OF FIRE/ EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES 15. AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE CHENANGO COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL MULTI- HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN 16. AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACTS FOR REPAIR TO TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEM COUNTY ROAD 32/33 INTERSECTION DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAY 17. AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY SALARY INCREASE Supervisor Outwater made a motion to approve the Preferred Agenda Resolutions. Supervisor Brown seconded the motion. Supervisor Brown requested that Resolution #13 be removed from the Preferred Agenda. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda were: Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the Preferred Agenda Resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #56-16P CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE EIGHT YEAR REVIEW OF AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT #3A, ENCOMPASSING THE NORTHEASTERN PORTION OF CHENANGO COUNTY The Agriculture, Buildings, & Grounds Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, Agricultural District #3A, predominantly in the towns of Columbus, New Berlin, North Norwich, Preston, Plymouth, Sherburne and Smyrna and the villages of Earlville, New Berlin and Smyrna, is eligible for eight-year review in accordance with Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law, and WHEREAS, Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law requires that a public hearing be held by the County Legislative body between 120 and 180 days prior to the anniversary date of said District, before action can be taken by this Board to modify, terminate or continue the present District,

52 50 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 RESOLVED, That the 180-day review period for Agricultural District #3A will begin April 11, 2016, and be it further RESOLVED, That a public hearing on the eight-year review of Agricultural District #3A, located predominantly in the towns comprising the northeastern portion of the County of Chenango, be held by the Board of Supervisors on the 12 th day of September, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the Supervisors Chambers, County Office Building, Norwich, New York, and be it further RESOLVED, That notice of this public hearing be given by the Clerk of this Board by publishing said notice in newspapers having a general circulation in Agricultural District #3A, located predominantly in the towns of Columbus, New Berlin, North Norwich, Preston, Plymouth, Sherburne and Smyrna and the villages of Earlville, New Berlin and Smyrna, and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of said notice shall be given in writing to those municipalities whose territories encompass the District and for any proposed modifications to the District; to those persons as listed on the most recent assessment roll, whose land is the subject of a proposed modification and to the New York State Commissioner of Agriculture & Markets. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda Resolutions were: Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams The Chairman declared the Preferred Agenda Resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #57-16P AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF COOPERATIVE PURCHASING SERVICE AND MUTUAL SHARING PLANS AND PRINT SHOP SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH DELAWARE CHENANGO MADISON OTSEGO (DCMO) BOCES The Agriculture, Buildings, and Grounds Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, by prior resolutions, the Chenango County Board of Supervisors has annually authorized the County s participation with Delaware Chenango Madison Otsego (DCMO) BOCES for the cooperative purchasing of food, bread, milk, ice cream, cafeteria supplies, and janitorial supplies, and WHEREAS, the County of Chenango desires to continue as a participating member, along with a number of public school districts within the DCMO BOCES area in the State of New York, for cooperative purchasing, as authorized by General Municipal Law Sections 119-o and 119-n, and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the County of Chenango to expand participation with the DCMO Cooperative Purchasing Service to include motor and heating fuels, as well as other supplies, equipment, products and services solicited and awarded by DCMO BOCES, as deemed appropriate, and WHEREAS, DCMO BOCES operates a Print Shop with the ability to produce printed products for Chenango County, and RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Board of Supervisors does hereby authorize the continued participation by the County of Chenango with DCMO BOCES for the purchase of supplies, equipment, products and services, including, motor and heating fuels, solicited and awarded by DCMO BOCES as deemed appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chairman of this Board be and hereby is authorized to sign a Cooperative Purchasing Service Mutual Sharing Plan Agreement with said BOCES, which will expire on June 30, 2017, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chairman of this Board be and hereby is authorized to sign, on behalf of the County of Chenango, an agreement with DCMO BOCES for Print Shop Services and supplies, expiring June 30, Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda Resolutions were: Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams The Chairman declared the Preferred Agenda Resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #58-16 AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF MENTAL HEALTH VITAL ACCESS PROVIDER (VAP) PROGRAM PHASE 2 AWARD FOR FREESTANDING ARTICLE 31 CLINICS COMMUNITY MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption:

53 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHEREAS, the purpose of the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) Vital Access Program (VAP) is to preserve critical access to Article 31 Mental Health Clinic services, such as that operated by the County of Chenango, and WHEREAS, inter alia, the expected outcomes are to preserve geographic access, financially stabilize at risk clinics, restructure to attain overall fiscal viability, improve clinic operations and efficiencies, reduce clinic program costs, and improve quality and/or patient outcomes, and WHEREAS, the Chenango County Mental Health Clinic has been awarded a two (2) year New York State Office of Mental Health Vital Access Program (VAP) award totaling $432,574.00, and WHEREAS, the year 2016 appropriation of said award is $258,612.00, RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase new Revenue Account #A Fed Aid Vital Access, by $129,306.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase new Revenue Account #A3495 State Aid Vital Access, by $129,306.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, totaling $258,612.00, be made from said revenue accounts, to the following new appropriation accounts, in the amount set opposite each: Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Account# Title Amount A VAP Equipment $ 3, A VAP Other Expense $ 62, A VAP CCSI Contract $ 76, A VAP CNYS Contract $117, Total: $258, Prior to the adoption of Resolution #58-16 Supervisor Brown noted that there was a lengthy discussion about this during the Finance Committee meeting. He said that he has been thinking about how we perform the accounting functions in our Mental Health Clinic. Mr. Brown said we are paying an outside person somewhere around $70,000 per year to do the fiscal management for Mental Health. He said that came about after we lost an employee. Mr. Brown said that cost has increased incrementally every year. He said we are now going to give them another $80,000 for what was presented as a dashboard. Mr. Brown said that we are now going to send $150,000 outside of the county for the fiscal management of this program. He said it certainly seems to him that we could find a person within our county to do this. Mr. Brown said he would like to make a referral to the Health and Human Services Committee. He said that he would like them to come up with a recommendation to stop the outside contracting and hire a full time employee to do the fiscal management for the Mental Health Clinic. Mr. Wilcox asked if Supervisor Brown is making a motion to amend the resolution. Mr. Brown said yes. Mr. Outwater seconded Mr. Brown s motion for an amendment to the proposed resolution. Mr. McNeil asked if Mr. Brown s motion means that this resolution will be tabled and referred back to committee. Mr. Wilcox said the motion refers the resolution back to committee but he doesn t know if that means it is tabled. Mr. Gordon said Mr. Brown s motion proposes to send the resolution back to committee to consider his proposal regarding the contractual expenditures. Mr. Woodford said that one of the appropriations in the resolution is the contractual appropriation. He said if they are going to look at alternatives that would need to be done prior to making the appropriation. Mr. Brown said that the resolution proposes to pay somewhere around $80,000 to a company for a dashboard and he is very skeptical of this. He said he believes we should be doing this in house. Mr. Blanchard said that this money is from a grant and we try not to hire people with grant money. Mr. Brown said that is a good point. Mr. Blanchard said that he doesn t understand Mr. Brown s problem with this because we are continually asking Mental Health to find ways to lower their local share. He said that is what this grant is all about. Mr. Blanchard said he is opposed to Mr. Brown s motion for an amendment. Mr. Flanagan said that we have had this battle for many years. He said that we try not to hire employees with grant money. Mr. Flanagan said it seems as if we are having all sorts of trouble with Mental Health funding. Mr. Flanagan asked if this grant addresses any of the funding takebacks. Mr. Blanchard explained that they are trying to make sure that doesn t happen with these funds. Mr. Flanagan said his question is if this grant will address some of the issues in Mental Health. Mr. Brown said that the idea of going outside of the county for this type of thing is to lower benefit costs. He said that we are paying $150,000 for a part time position. Mr. Brown said that when you compare that to the earnings of employees working every day in other departments (making nowhere near that amount of money) it doesn t make much sense. Chairman Wilcox asked for a Roll Call vote on the amendment. Results of a Roll Call vote on the proposed amendment were: Yes 341, No 1349, Absent-37

54 52 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2016 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Opposed: Supervisors Nabinger, Grace, Ireland, Jack, Raymond, Seneck, Starr, Wansor, Law, McNeil, Jeffrey, Blanchard, Nucero-Alger, Flanagan, Mastro and Heisler The amendment failed due to lack of a majority. Chairman Wilcox requested a Roll Call vote on the original resolution. Results of a Roll Call vote on the original resolution: Yes 1690, No-0, Absent-37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams Chairman Wilcox declared the resolution duly adopted. RESOLUTION #59-16P AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE AREA AGENCY ON AGING The Finance Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the Chenango County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to increase Revenue Account #A Fed Aid Program for the Aging, by $1,500.00, and be it further RESOLVED, That an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $1,500.00, be made from Revenue Account #A4803, to Appropriation Account #A Equipment, and be it further RESOLVED, That said appropriation shall provide the funds necessary for the purchase of one (1) laptop computer for the Area Agency on Aging. Seconded by Mr. Outwater. Results of a Roll Call vote on the Preferred Agenda Resolutions were: Yes 1690, No 0, Absent 37 Absent: Supervisor Evan Williams The Chairman declared the Preferred Agenda Resolutions duly adopted. RESOLUTION #60-16P ESTABLISHING INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES AND SLIDING FEE SCALES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH Health: The Health & Human Services Committee offered the following, and moved its adoption: RESOLVED, That the following sliding fee schedule is hereby adopted for the Chenango County Department of Public Chenango County Health Department Sliding Fee Scale 2016 (Based on the 2014 HHS Poverty Guidelines) Poverty % 100% 200% 225% 250% Family Size 1 Weekly Monthly 990 1,980 2,228 2,475 Yearly 11,880 23,760 26,730 29,700 2 Weekly Monthly 1,335 2,670 3,004 3,338 Yearly 16,020 32,040 36,045 40,050