The Warren County Committee meeting held on June 27, 2025, focused on a significant financial decision regarding transportation funding. The committee discussed a request to transfer $45,000 to cover costs associated with the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) payments, which had not been budgeted for in the current fiscal year.

During the meeting, Supervisor Bean and Supervisor Mayday brought the motion to the floor, prompting questions about the necessity of the payment. Amanda, a committee member, explained that the county is required to make quarterly payments of approximately $11,000, totaling $45,000 annually, as mandated by a letter from the State Department of Transportation. This requirement stems from the county's participation in the district transportation authority, which operates under New York State transportation law, specifically statute 18-b.

The discussion highlighted that the county had previously misunderstood its obligations, leading to a delay in payments. Amanda noted that the county is now working to catch up on these payments and will need to budget for them in future years. The committee confirmed that opting out of this requirement is not an option, as it is enforced by state law.

The motion to approve the fund transfer was unanimously supported by the committee, indicating a commitment to fulfilling the county's financial responsibilities within the transportation system. The meeting then moved on to other agenda items, including a referral from the criminal justice, public safety, and emergency services committee.