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Long Lake adopts gender-based violence workplace policy to keep state contracting eligibility

Town Board of Long Lake · July 29, 2025
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Summary

The Town Board unanimously adopted a gender-based violence and workplace policy to comply with New York State Finance Law § 139-m, named the Town Safety Officer as liaison, and required periodic updates to the board.

The Town Board adopted Resolution 2026.30 July 29 to implement the 'EH803.2 Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Policy' required under New York State Finance Law § 139-m. The policy adoption ensures the town remains eligible to bid on state contracts.

The resolution designates the Town Safety Officer as the Gender-Based Violence Liaison and requires periodic updates to the board regarding any technical assistance from the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. The board found the administrative requirements consistent with existing personnel practices and declared the action a SEQR Type II matter.

Motion and vote: Motion to accept Resolution 30 was moved by Councilman Richard B. Dechene, seconded by Councilman Mark A. Bird and adopted 5–0.