Planning and Econ Dev Committee Meeting April 15, 2026

The Allegany County New York Planning and Economic Development Committee met on April 15, 2026, discussing several procurement and budget-related items. The Planning Department requested approval to reappropriate unspent funds from a CDBG Housing Market Assessment and Development Strategic Grant and to fill an office aid position, both of which were approved by the committee. The committee also discussed the upcoming RFP for a consultant to administer the county's microenterprise program, replacing the expiring Harrison Studios contract. Additionally, updates were provided on the redevelopment of the old Borden plant, including the use of Brownfields grant money for environmental assessments, and on the Gateway ACIDA building project, which is moving forward with design and engineering agreements. Economic development efforts highlighted included marketing campaigns targeting site selectors and ongoing conversations with housing developers. The committee also approved reappointments to the Southern Tier West Regional Planning Board. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing procurement activities related to planning, economic development, and grant administration.