Warren County supervisors approve package of budget amendments, civic center funding and appointments

Warren County supervisors approved a slate of budget amendments, appropriations, contracts and appointments at their February meeting, including transfers for sheriff vehicle purchases, computer and IT expenditures, a community septic-replacement fund and capital support for the Adirondack Civic Center Coalition.

The board approved multiple budget amendments and appropriations by roll call votes. Among the measures passed were a supplemental appropriation for the Department of Public Works, amendments to departmental budgets reflecting carryover revenues and grants, and a $300,000 appropriation from the vehicle reserve to the sheriff's office to fund vehicle purchases. The board also approved transfers from the computer reserve for IT and Human Resources equipment and established a community development fund to support septic replacements for low- and moderate‑income households.

The meeting record shows several itemized outcomes: Resolution 37 (supplemental appropriations) and Resolution 38 (various budget amendments) passed by roll call with the clerk reporting the motion and Chairman Garrity announcing the outcome. Resolution 73, authorizing appropriation from the vehicle reserve to the sheriff's budget,…