Seneca County Supervisors Approve Key Measures and Funding
- Mahendra Lokhande
- Aug 14, 2024
- 2 min read
WATERLOO — At a recent meeting, the Seneca County Board of Supervisors took several significant actions, including approving a $40,000 allocation for an unspecified criminal investigation and addressing various local issues.
Investigation Funding
The Public Safety Committee authorized up to $40,000 for a criminal investigation, following a lengthy executive session. The decision, passed 5-0, allows District Attorney Barry Porsch to use funds from his budget and the contingency account. The investigation is linked to the Kristin O’Connell murder case from 1985, with state police officials seeking unique forensic testing for new leads. The full board will vote on this measure on September 28.
Public Works and Sewer Issues
The Public Works Committee also approved a plan to resolve a sewer issue in the Kennedy Road-Colonels Drive area. Aspen Development will provide materials for sewer hookups to eight homes, with installation and inspection handled by county employees. This project will integrate the new sewers into the Seneca County Sewer District No. 2. The full board will review this motion on September 28.
Other Board Actions
● Cork and Fork Event: The board approved a $5,000 grant to the Seneca County Chamber of Commerce for the Cork and Fork event, showcasing local food and drink producers. Scheduled for October 22-23 at Rodman Lott & Sons farm in Seneca Falls, this event aims to boost local tourism.
● Building Demolition: The board contracted LCP Group Inc. for $19,997 to demolish an unsafe building at 392 Waterloo-Geneva Road. The cost will be added to the property’s tax bill as the owners failed to meet repair or demolition deadlines.
● New Position: A new full-time psychiatric social worker position was approved for the Community Counseling Center to address a backlog of mental health service requests. The position will be funded for one year.
● Speed Zone Study: The board supported a request for a state DOT investigation into a reduced speed zone on Route 89 between Ernsberger Road in Varick and County Road 138 in Romulus.
● Hotel and Motel Tax: Public hearings were held on extending the county’s 3-percent hotel and motel room occupancy tax and applying for $236,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funds for On the Job training projects. No comments were received during the hearings.
● Building Safety: The board granted a two-week extension for the owner of 8392 Main St., Interlaken, to develop a plan to repair the building and avoid demolition.
These actions reflect the board’s commitment to addressing local needs and improving community infrastructure.
These actions reflect the board’s commitment to addressing local needs and improving community infrastructure.
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