Facilities and Infrastructure Committee - March 19, 2026

The Tompkins County Facilities and Infrastructure Committee met on March 19, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement activities included the approval of resolutions for grant acceptance related to airport operations, household hazardous waste collection, and recycling education programs. The committee reviewed budget adjustments for airport grants supporting airline service development and discussed the airport's financial challenges, including revenue shortfalls due to reduced flights and strategies to improve financial stability. Capital projects such as bridge replacements, utility work, and landfill environmental monitoring were also addressed, with updates on contract awards and project timelines. Additionally, the committee considered the hiring of a part-time solid waste enforcement officer and ongoing efforts to implement a curbside collection pilot program. The meeting included discussions on the county's land inventory and potential property dispositions, as well as the exploration of geothermal energy projects for county facilities. Emergency procurement for a failing chiller at the emergency response center was noted, with a contract award decision forthcoming. Overall, the meeting focused on managing capital improvement projects, grant-funded initiatives, and operational contracts to support county infrastructure and environmental programs.