May 7, 2026 Housing and Transportation

The Ulster County Legislature's Housing and Transportation Committee met on May 7, 2026, to receive updates and discuss several procurement and budget-related matters. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an update on the Undersated Corridor Feasibility Study, including engineering assessments, environmental considerations, and property impacts. The committee was informed that the study is on schedule for completion by July 1, 2026, with cost estimates for construction being developed. Discussions included the handling of hazardous materials such as creosote ties and the feasibility of various trail and rail alternatives. The committee also considered several resolutions related to procurement and funding: Resolution 293 focused on establishing a policy to assist qualifying seniors with property tax arrears, including coordination with legal service providers under Real Property Tax Law Section 1148; Resolutions 278 and 279 involved applying for and administering federal transit funds (FTA 5307) to support capital projects; and Resolution 280 approved a $150,000 contract with Mod Squad Team LLC for planning and implementation of manufactured housing facilities. Additionally, an amendment was approved to increase a 2025 contract with Family of Woodstock for after-hours emergency housing services. Motions to approve meeting minutes and adopt resolutions were passed unanimously or with no opposition noted.