Health & Human Services 9/1/2026

The Saratoga County Health & Human Services meeting on September 1, 2026, focused on several procurement and funding matters related to youth and community services. The board approved acceptance of a $238,871 state aid allocation from the New York State Office of Children and Family Services for Youth Development Programs, including contracting with the Town of Halfmoon for summer and after-school programming. A significant discussion centered on the use of JUUL settlement funds totaling approximately $984,376 allocated to Saratoga County for vaping prevention and cessation programs. The board considered contracting with Bach Harrison to administer a multi-year youth substance use survey at an estimated cost of $34,000 for the initial year and $109,000 over six years, ultimately approving a commitment to at least two survey administrations to inform prevention efforts. Additionally, resolutions were passed to accept juvenile supervision and treatment services funding, including contracts with Berkshire Farms and others, which reportedly saved the county about $4 million in placement costs. The board also authorized acceptance of a $426,000 Code Blue allocation to fund homeless shelter services, including a contract with Shelters of Saratoga for program operation through June 2027.