by Carol Thompson If there are no answers as to who leaked an ethics complaint filed against Legislator Shawn Doyle when the Oswego County Legislature’s Strategic Planning and Government Committee meets Monday, Minority Leader Mike Kunzwiler said he will request an investigation. “This taints the integrity of the process,” Kunzwiler said Tuesday. “If only five(…)
by Carol Thompson Oswego County Legislature Chairman Fred Beardsley has sent a letter to state Senator Patty Ritchie urging her and her colleagues to accelerate the governor’s Medicaid mandate relief. In a letter dated March 12, Beardsley wrote, “In the next several days, as you prepare to vote for your state budget, please know that(…)
by Carol Thompson A change in the Oswego County Legislature’s Rules and Order of Business led to a discussion about changing the meeting time to provide more public accessibility. During Thursday’s meeting of the legislature, Legislator Jake Mulcahey brought forth a motion to move the meeting time from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. so that(…)
Oswego County Legislator James Karasek has been named to the New York State Association of Counties standing committee on Children with Special Needs. An advocate for those with disabilities, Karasek is employed as manager for independent living services for Oswego ARISE. “Your participation on this committee assists the association in developing priorities for our ongoing(…)
by Carol Thompson The Oswego County Legislature voted Thursday to transfer $200,000 to cover the costs of transporting and housing inmates at other county jails. The additional funding is necessary as the Oswego County Public Safety Center has reached its maximum capacity. Legislator Jake Mulcahey asked if expansion of the current jail is an option,(…)
by Carol Thompson The Oswego County Sheriff’s Department has requested a budget transfer of $200,000 to address ongoing housing problems at the Oswego County jail. The correctional facility has exceeded its capacity. The legislature will consider the request at tomorrow’s meeting. Sheriff Reuel “Moe” Todd had requested $600,000 to address the problem, however, County Administrator(…)
Operation Oswego County Director L. Michael Treadwell reported to the Oswego County Legislature’s Economic Development and Planning Committee that there is a new restaurant at the Oswego County Airport. Puddle Jumpers opened Thursday, March 1 at the facility on County Route 176. “The Oswego County Airport is a vital gateway for Oswego County,” said Legislator(…)
by Carol Thompson Three bridge projects will be on the agenda when the Oswego County Legislature meets March 15. The projects under consideration for this year will include the County Route 55 bridge over Ox Creek in the Town of Granby. The bridge is listed on the highway department’s rehabilitation plan and is scheduled to(…)
