Rules Mtg. & Special Full Mtg. - August 11, 2026 - Putnam County Legislature, NY

The Putnam County Legislature held a Rules Meeting and Special Full Meeting on August 11, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement actions included the approval of a litigation settlement related to Malstrom v. County of Putnam, with the settlement amount falling within the county's deductible and budgeted funds. The legislature also deliberated extensively on designating official newspapers for public notices, debating proposals to include supplemental newspapers such as the Highlands Current and Mayapac News to improve public access and transparency. Additionally, the legislature approved the award of RFP number 022026 for a special audit of the Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District Fund to CBIZ Inc. for $28,250, along with a corresponding budget amendment to fund this contract from the legislature's budget. Discussions also covered local laws regarding salary adjustments for elected officials and amendments to the Board of Ethics establishment, focusing on appointment processes and ensuring bipartisan representation. The meeting included motions to move these items forward for full legislative approval and emphasized transparency and procedural fairness in procurement and governance.