August 10, 2026 Public Works & Capital Projects

The Ulster County Legislature's Public Works & Capital Projects Committee met on August 10, 2026, to discuss various capital improvement projects and budget amendments. Key procurement-related discussions included an amendment to the emergency medical services equipment capital project, increasing funding by approximately $500,000 with a bond required, though some legislators requested more detailed information before approval. The committee also approved a $192,667 contract with Everrun LLC for fire alarm system upgrades at the Ulster County Law Enforcement Center, linked to a capital project amendment increasing the budget by $225,000. Additionally, a $100,000 increase was approved for design and right-of-way work on the Tongar Road bridge replacement project, which includes pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. The committee established a new $350,000 capital project for the Wagger Bridge superstructure replacement, funded from the general fund. Other resolutions included property abandonment agreements and amendments to local laws affecting vendor activities at the county pool. The meeting featured discussions on parking lot management during upcoming construction and plans for future bridge condition reporting. Several motions to postpone resolutions were made to allow for further information gathering, reflecting careful oversight of procurement and budget decisions.