June 30, 2026 Economic Development and Planning Committee Meeting-Regular Meeting

The Oswego County Legislature's Economic Development and Planning Committee held a regular meeting on June 30, 2026, focusing on various procurement and budgetary matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a bid award to W.D. Malone for the County Route 89 slope stabilization project, which came in $600,000 under budget, and the authorization of budget modifications to support workforce development programs such as on-the-job training and summer youth employment. The committee also approved resolutions related to federal funding cost allowability, snowmobile trail expansions, and agricultural land district certifications. Additionally, the committee discussed interim bridge financing of $6 million to support an industrial development project with secured grant funding totaling over $11 million, emphasizing the reimbursement nature of the funds and the need to avoid construction delays. The meeting also covered upcoming Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for a new economic development website and branding efforts, as well as updates on workforce initiatives, grant applications, and transportation services. No votes were taken on salary adjustments, but information was shared regarding staffing changes in community development. Overall, the meeting highlighted active management of capital projects, grant-funded programs, and strategic economic development efforts in Oswego County.