March 10, 2026 Economic Development, Planning Education, Employment, Arts and Agriculture

The Ulster County Legislature's Economic Development, Planning, Education, Employment, Arts and Agriculture Committee met on March 10, 2026. The meeting focused heavily on procurement and contract approvals related to community and economic development programs. Key resolutions included contract amendments with the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley for $390,000 to administer an emergency food grant program, and multiple contract amendments with the United Way of Ulster County totaling over $1.3 million to support youth employment and training services. Additionally, a $50,720 contract amendment was approved with Offset House, Inc. DBA Catamount Color for printing and distribution of the Ulster County Travel Guide. The committee discussed vendor selection processes, local vendor participation, and sustainability considerations in procurement. The meeting also touched on ongoing capital project reviews and future planning efforts for county facilities.