June 1, 2026 Public Safety Committee Meeting-Regular Meeting

The Oswego County Legislature Public Safety Committee held a regular meeting on June 1, 2026, where several procurement and staffing matters were discussed. The committee approved acceptance of a $171,000 Climate Smart Community Grant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to purchase emergency management equipment, including portable lighting towers, heaters, air conditioning units, and water supplies for community use during emergencies. Additionally, the committee authorized increasing the workload of a part-time GIS position to full-time, funded by current vacant positions, to support next-generation 911 preparations and other geographic information system needs. A new corrections officer position was also approved to address staffing shortages in the Sheriff's Correction Division, particularly for escort duties within the jail. The meeting included updates on EMS training programs, probation department staffing challenges, and search and rescue activities. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed beyond the grant-funded equipment purchases.