Planning and Econ Dev Committee 01 June 17, 2026

The Allegany County New York Planning and Economic Development Committee met on June 17, 2026, to discuss various ongoing and upcoming projects related to county planning, economic development, and infrastructure. Key procurement-related topics included the use of ARPA funds to finance EagleView aerial photography services for property assessment and public safety, with discussions on securing future funding sources such as grants or county funds for subsequent flights. The committee also reviewed progress on brownfield site assessments funded by a half-million-dollar grant, including phase one completions and upcoming phase two cleanups, which involve significant environmental consulting contracts. Additionally, the committee discussed pursuing a revolving loan fund (RLF) grant from the EPA to support brownfield cleanups through low-interest loans and grants, potentially enabling local developers to finance remediation efforts. Updates on a power infrastructure project included ongoing discussions with RG&E and potential grant opportunities, while economic development efforts highlighted marketing initiatives and business retention programs. The committee also noted the need for legislative appointments to planning boards and upcoming FEMA floodplain map updates requiring new local laws. No formal votes or contract awards were recorded during this meeting, but several action items related to grant applications, funding strategies, and board appointments were identified.