Health and Human Services Committee - June 17, 2026

The Tompkins County Health and Human Services Committee met on June 17, 2026, to discuss various updates and resolutions related to health and social services. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a small grant from the New York State Association of County Health Officials for an immunization communication strategy, with plans to issue an RFP for a partner to implement the program. The committee also approved the creation of an epidemiologist position funded in the previous budget and authorized the reallocation of unallocated state funding to support a vocational rehabilitation and supported employment program, with an upcoming RFP for community partners to apply. Additionally, updates were provided on housing funding challenges due to anticipated cuts in HUD Continuum of Care funds, ongoing SNAP work requirements and outreach efforts, and the establishment of a social services advisory council. The committee planned further discussions and resolutions on advisory council structure and a new electronic health record budget request in upcoming meetings.