Health & Protective Committee Meetings - June 10, 2026 - Putnam County Legislature, NY

The Putnam County Legislature held Health & Protective Committee meetings on June 10, 2026, focusing on updates and discussions related to public health funding, mental health services, and emergency services infrastructure. Key procurement-related topics included the status and reallocation of $2.1 million in ARPA funds originally designated for mental health stabilization services, which were reallocated after the cancellation of a contract with People USA due to lack of viable alternatives. The committee also approved a budget amendment to accept a $25,000 immunization action plan grant as part of a regional public health collaborative. Additionally, the legislature approved the creation of a Deputy Director of Health position with no fiscal impact for 2026 and 2027, emphasizing succession planning. In emergency services, the committee discussed ongoing investments in radio communication infrastructure, including a $3 million grant for radio towers and an $895,262 grant application for interoperable communications, highlighting challenges with cross-county radio interoperability. A $248,182 grant application was also approved to support 911 dispatcher salaries and software. The meetings included motions passed to approve these budget amendments and grant applications, reflecting active procurement and budget allocation efforts in public health and emergency services.