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Legislator Andrea Moreham, reporting to the board, announced a public meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at the 3G Fire Hall, 6229 Blue Street, Glenfield. The county said the SA group will conduct two public outreach sessions related to the county's winter recreation plan; the first will be at the Pine Tree Inn in Braningham on Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m., and the second will be at the Braningham station on Wednesday, June 18 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Why it matters: The meetings are an opportunity for residents to weigh in on trail routing, land use and recreational planning that could affect trails, adjacent landowners and local tourism. County officials encouraged public participation.

Details: The transcript records meeting dates, start times and locations as announced by the general services committee report. The record does not include the draft trail map, environmental review details, property‑owner notifications or a timeline for any final county decision.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Legislative Board Meeting - June 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Lewis County Recreation, Forestry and Parks seeks public input on expanding an off‑highway vehicle trail system in Watson, Glenfield and Gregg, with public meetings scheduled in late June and mid‑June outreach sessions listed.","taxTitle","Lewis County, New York","taxId",56524,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6527239,"County: Summer EBT letters start June 2; eligible families to receive $120 per child, heat-cooling aid closing soon",68,951000,1019000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3639853-9bfa8267dff54edaa87d7161fa23fbe2&start=951&end=1019","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3639853-9bfa8267dff54edaa87d7161fa23fbe2/thumbnail_951000.jpg","/articles/6527239/Lewis-County/New-York/County-Summer-EBT-letters-start-June-2-eligible-families-to-receive-120-per-child-heat-cooling-aid-closing-soon","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6527239-fbfc7b5bdc2463ce71df5ab1f4c9bac5/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174166&Signature=GvNZuH9EMx~Zxg3nHIE3iefpSRNw3KnXL9raIut8ZpVVCm8i3Gusp6Asj1fQPubmE~d28pJkPMi3cvO99AlAH8-ndRHF2oAtWEvXF9Ky8sXNoEtgifMWKFY5DO~KlylMx4OXLi3B~rtVSHOuIZtkUJiSh-LFW4iuRuDgOvj~Fky8Yn2I7CqXk5VNdzDlJAxaBQ2U5Ipc~SF4x6BCcCQnCapDYfljlwKefi85Xes50-Fl1C43grChvw3HM1fHyevEG1voKdxS4kiKO1NIdw1CpCoZrtwyGEt82ZyTK~oFBfaAkEJwyc~6k5Sofzypgb1bPu-aVLobDeFW~lBLLx6f1Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lewis County's Health and Human Services committee reported that eligibility letters for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) food program will begin mailing June 2, and funds will be transferred to recipients' EBT cards beginning the week of June 16.

Legislator Moser, reporting for the committee, said the Summer EBT program provides $120 in food benefits for each eligible school‑aged child for the summer months. Most children ages 6 to 16 who received SNAP, Temporary Assistance (TA) or Medicaid are automatically enrolled; children certified by their school for free or reduced‑price lunch also qualify.

Moser advised residents that the county's heat‑cooling assistance program is expected to close in early July and encouraged eligible residents to apply before funding is exhausted. For questions about heat‑cooling assistance, the committee directed residents to contact the Department of Social Services at (315) 376‑5400. For more information on Summer EBT, the committee cited the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance website at otda.ny.gov/summerebt.

Why it matters: Summer EBT provides direct food‑security assistance to families with school‑aged children during the summer months when school meals are unavailable. The impending closure of the local heat‑cooling program makes timely applications important for households that rely on that aid.

Details: The committee said most eligible children are automatically enrolled based on participation in SNAP, TA or Medicaid programs; school certification for free or reduced lunch also confers eligibility. Funds will be loaded onto an EBT card starting the week of June 16. The transcript does not specify the total number of eligible children in Lewis County or the county's funding source for heat‑cooling aid.","Lewis County's health and human services committee reported that summer EBT eligibility letters will begin mailing June 2 and that eligible households will receive $120 per child. Officials also warned that the county heat‑cooling assistance program is expected to close in early July and encouraged residents to apply now.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6527244,"Hospital board recommends Fort Drum MEDAC commander as ex officio advisor after MEDAC visit; hospital reports monthly operating loss",332,1040000,1372000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3639853-9bfa8267dff54edaa87d7161fa23fbe2&start=1040&end=1372","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3639853-9bfa8267dff54edaa87d7161fa23fbe2/thumbnail_1040000.jpg","/articles/6527244/Lewis-County/New-York/Hospital-board-recommends-Fort-Drum-MEDAC-commander-as-ex-officio-advisor-after-MEDAC-visit-hospital-reports-monthly-operating-loss","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6527244-e895d8cb284b4f09f916f6e584ad4c9a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174166&Signature=eewPOTs8vpX3qKZ4dM3qYEo2pJ2NIVPxEjA7YNmNh70Tj8NebsFuE-HPOnr67rKVn2T~BJxjqfAu2AkvpQunaSSeHbNWDbciGRwczKkqN3Hq7rTKxR70yLzvPZ9pfk0Px-ml~UcidPnCTSzJ0rUXYGFufDrfluhzbe1oZ08FeTswSVrbJ40KmvpyJPsRN9HNVfH9KLa18wvpdUULusuwJ0GuCByWDJN7EsLHMeekD~uQRO~DiPuxzUPqb2f0VdDfYUx9LmXkMUDbY4cvtlIDYsUC1K0DDHlEwAaW2YGItihbLBliWF8oQgDhbiYb2eYldFNxA8kjIkgGtkS1MyULoA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lewis County General Hospital board of managers has approved a recommendation to the Lewis County Board of Legislators to appoint Colonel Christina Buckner, commander of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDAC) at Fort Drum, as an ex officio, nonvoting advisory member to the hospital board.

Hospital CEO \"Mr. Kayer\" reported the recommendation at the county board meeting on June 3, saying the board passed the motion unanimously after a visit by MEDAC leadership. Kayer said the visit — which included Colonel Christina Buckner and several other MEDAC officers — was productive and resulted in a commitment to include Lewis County General as an option for soldiers and dependents needing care. He said the hospital has already seen an increase in activity at the women's health clinic and additional deliveries following the visit.

Kayer reported a monthly operating loss of $290,000. He attributed the loss to declines in inpatient skilled nursing facility and physician office revenue; expenses, he said, were below budget by approximately $200,000 for the month. Kayer and board leaders cited other recent developments, including expanded surgical service days by a visiting surgeon and interest from MEDAC in hospital operating rooms and potential orthopedics referrals.

Why it matters: The hospital board's recommendation, if accepted by the county Board of Legislators in a future meeting, would formalize a nonvoting advisory relationship with Fort Drum's MEDAC leadership. That relationship could affect referral patterns and the hospital's role as a local provider for military families. The reported operating loss is a financial metric the county will monitor as it enters budget season.

Details and next steps: The hospital board's recommendation must go through the county committee process and then to the full Board of Legislators; the CEO said staff will work with county officials to place the appointment on a future agenda. The transcript does not specify a target date for the county vote or any formal changes to hospital governance beyond the advisory appointment recommendation.","Lewis County General Hospital's board voted unanimously to recommend appointment of a Fort Drum MEDAC commander as an ex officio, nonvoting advisory member. Hospital leadership reported a $290,000 operating loss for the month and said the MEDAC visit has increased referrals to women's health services.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6527249,"Lewis County legislators approve claims, accept two bridges, back broadband project and discontinue town assessment services",33,1804000,1837000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3639853-9bfa8267dff54edaa87d7161fa23fbe2&start=1804&end=1837","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3639853-9bfa8267dff54edaa87d7161fa23fbe2/thumbnail_1804000.jpg","/articles/6527249/Lewis-County/New-York/Lewis-County-legislators-approve-claims-accept-two-bridges-back-broadband-project-and-discontinue-town-assessment-services","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6527249-809a8019d163af20ad3e7f5609d04f29/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174166&Signature=IO1u7j2B-TtUG6GrBs5tJupTHkHGsQZiXIoltlEbxFU2EyQbTmNgSTMfC~3bdhqHkifdnK4kVEtUbQL8XqOFLlIs~ORGbHq5U~~8lyArs5GtFYsIQsFWUuGM-x3rcG8MN8MJnNMq9GIqlgyW6UdTERd3Oq~V459mE0XNJ3rHK9UAbfkhYpx1ISt7duXwaVfPTeSGF9ViTv18blHxrZ1WZnUc~Fu7TPVB75QZ53v28xDBXbcIQ2ZL4ruwLGMjozC~dUyP~UQOocbCPkEUP0LYlKEPY3b1IOpOPoepXKXBH2f3KmiIfbpJ6Kss0cxH6EComfl1ZqOS2F5QVqGatjhRgQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lewis County Board of Legislators on June 3 approved four county resolutions including auditing and allowing claims totaling $3,996,019.01, accepting responsibility for two town bridges, supporting a regional broadband infrastructure project and discontinuing county assessment services with towns.

The board voted to audit and allow claims in the amount of $3,996,019.01 after a roll call that recorded eight \"yes\" votes, one abstention and one absence. Legislator Andrea Moreham moved the claims measure and Legislator Jess Gepp seconded the motion; Legislator Mosher recorded an abstention and Legislator Norts was absent for the roll call. The motion passed.

The board also approved a resolution accepting ownership and responsibility for two Krogan town bridges identified by BIN numbers 3340020 and 2220310. Tom Kalmus moved the resolution and Herb Prost seconded; the chair called for a voice vote and the measure \"carrie d.\" (voice vote; tally not specified in the record.)

Legislators voted to endorse the Development Authority of the North Country's continued work on broadband access through its \"Northern New York Bridal Mile Broadband Infrastructure Project\" (as recorded in the clerk's report). Herb Prost moved the broadband resolution; Tom Osborne seconded. The board approved the resolution by voice vote; no individual vote tally was recorded in the transcript.

Finally, the board approved resolution 125-2025 to discontinue county assessment services with towns. Tom Kalmus moved the resolution and Jeff Nelmach seconded; the motion carried on a voice vote (tally not specified).

Why it matters: The claims approval clears nearly $4 million in county payments. Accepting bridge ownership shifts maintenance and liability responsibility to the county for the two BIN‑identified structures. The broadband endorsement signals local legislative support for a regional infrastructure project; discontinuing assessment services could change how towns manage property assessment work and may require them to arrange alternative local assessment services.

Details and context: The claims resolution was handled separately with a roll call that produced the recorded votes (eight yes, one abstain, one absent). For the other resolutions the transcript records motions, seconders and the chair's call for a voice vote; the minutes record the measures as carried but do not include individual vote tallies.

Votes at a glance
- Resolution 104 — Auditing and allowing claims in the amount of $3,996,019.01. Moved by Andrea Moreham; seconded by Jess Gepp. Roll call recorded eight yes, one abstain (Legislator Mosher), one absent (Legislator Norts). Outcome: approved.
- Resolution 109 — Accept ownership/responsibility for Town of Krogan bridges (BIN 3340020 and 2220310). Moved by Tom Kalmus; seconded by Herb Prost. Outcome: approved (voice vote; tally not specified).
- Resolution 120-2025 — Support for the Development Authority of the North Country's broadband infrastructure project. Moved by Herb Prost; seconded by Tom Osborne. Outcome: approved (voice vote; tally not specified).
- Resolution 125-2025 — Discontinue county assessment services with towns. Moved by Tom Kalmus; seconded by Jeff Nelmach. Outcome: approved (voice vote; tally not specified).

What the record does not specify: For the three voice‑voted resolutions the transcript does not include individual roll call tallies or recorded no votes. The resolutions' texts, effective dates and any implementation steps are not printed in the transcript; those materials were on the consent packet referenced during the meeting.

Next steps: For any of the measures that require administrative implementation (for example, bridge transfer paperwork or transition of assessment services), county staff will carry out the procedural steps; the transcript does not record specific implementation assignments or timelines.","At its June meeting the Lewis County Board of Legislators approved payment of nearly $4 million in claims, accepted ownership of two town bridges, voiced support for a regional broadband project and voted to discontinue county assessment services with towns.","actionData","errors"]

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