Departments and Services

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Assigned Counsel

This office provides legal counsel to the indigent under County Law 18B in both Criminal and Contested Family Court matters.

Auditor

Service provided by the County Auditor is to audit all vouchers for payment from County funds, following State auditing procedures. The auditor assures that services rendered and purchases made comply with auditing procedure and are spent out of the correct budget appropriation code.

Board Of Elections

The Board of Elections provides services necessary for the education, registration, preparation and completion of the election process.

New York State Election Law mandates the following be provided:

Main list of all elected Warren County officials, including terms of office;
Provide voter outreach programs;
Accept and log petitions necessary for an individual to be placed on the ballot;
Review and rule on challenges to petitions;
Conduct voter registration days;
Work with town/city clerks to be sure polling places meet ADA guidelines;
Train Election Day workers;
Serve as Certified Election Machine Custodians;
Prepare paperwork necessary for voting machines and absentee ballots;
Receive and certify election results, and make available to the public.

Board Of Supervisors

The Warren County Board of Supervisors functions in accordance with rules and regulations established under the New York State Constitution and State laws. It acts as both the legislative and executive branches of County government.

The Board of Supervisors consists of twenty supervisors that are elected every two years (or four years in the case of the Town of Chester and the Town of Warrensburg). At the first meeting of the year, a Chairman is selected, who presides at all the meetings and appoints standing and special committees.

Warren County is comprised of eleven towns and the City of Glens Falls. Under the Glens Falls City Charter, one supervisor is elected from each of its five wards. Queensbury has five supervisors, one Town Supervisor and four County Supervisors. Each of the other ten towns have one supervisor.

In Warren County, strong emphasis is placed on the committee system, and each committee exercises a certain amount of supervisory authority on behalf of the legislative body over the operational arrangements for the provision of specific services or activities. Nearly 95% of the resolutions enacted by the Board of Supervisors originate through one or more of its thirty-one standing committees or three special committees.

All committee meetings, as well as meetings of the Board of Supervisors, are open to the public. On occasion, the committees and/or the Board will go into Executive Session to discuss litigation or personnel problems; but before doing so, the purpose of the session will be announced.

The Board of Supervisors, under rules adopted by the Board, meets on the second Friday following the first Monday of each month at 10:00 a.m. The public is welcome and urged to participate; and at a given point during these sessions, privilege of the floor is granted to all who desire to speak.

Clerk Of Board Of Supervisors

By law, the Clerk of the Board is responsible for:
Keeping a true and accurate record of all committee meetings and board meetings held by the Board of Supervisors
Preparing material for printing of the Board Proceedings
Serving upon each board member notices of committee meetings or special meetings of the Board of Supervisors
Certifying and publishing copies of legalizing acts taken by the Board of Supervisors and filing same with the State Comptroller as required by law
Copying and transmitting copies of the budget for supervisors and the public
Filing oaths of office with the County Clerk
Keeping custody of all policies of insurance
Addressing public inquiries regarding access to records or minutes under the Open Meetings Law

County Administrator, Office of the

Duties of the Administrator include:

Furnishing data necessary in preparation of the annual budget
Computing tax rates for both the county and towns and verification of town budgets
Preparing tax rolls and furnishing financial data to the Real Property Tax Services Department
Signing tax warrants and filing abstracts of tax levy with the County Treasurer
Coordinating informational and advisory services as the Board of Supervisors may require
Implementing programs and policies of the Board of Supervisors to promote efficiency
Serving as liaison between the Board of Supervisors and several administrative departments
Submitting reports and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors, and providing such other assistance as may be requested
Performing duties as prescribed by law and directed by the Board of Supervisors

County Attorney

The County Attorney is the legal advisor to the Board of Supervisors and every officer whose compensation is paid from County funds in all matters involving an official act of a civil nature. The County Attorney prosecutes and defends all civil actions and proceedings brought by or against the County, the Board of Supervisors, and any officer whose compensation is paid from County funds for any official act, except as otherwise provided by other law. The County Attorney is also the Warren County designated privacy officer under the Federal Health Insurance and Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA).

In connection with Family Court matters, the County Attorney's Office is the Presentment Agency for juvenile delinquency petitions and is routinely the Presentment Agency for schools and parents in connection with petitions or persons in need of supervision.

Finally, the County Attorney deputizes attorneys in the Social Services Department to perform duties on his behalf in connection with the work of the Social Services Department.

County Clerk

The Office of the County Clerk is mandated by State Law in every aspect of the position. In each of the following capacities, documents are filed and recorded, fees collected, and periodic reports are submitted. All fees collected are distributed according to statute, portions of which are submitted to the Warren County Treasurer and which support the Warren County Budget.

Clerk of the Court - All Civil and Criminal actions are commenced, entered, indexed, filed and permanently maintained, not only for the residents of the County but for members of the general public. Note that exceptions to availability of cases include matrimonials, adoptions, and all other cases sealed by Court Order.
Recorder and Registrar of Title - All Warren County land records, deemed to be in compliance with provisions of law, are required to be entered, indexed, recorded, reproduced, and permanently preserved not only for the residents of Warren County, but for members of the public in general (ie: deeds, mortgages, discharges, powers of attorney, etc). Includes title as Agent, NYS Mortgage Tax Agency.
Filing Officer for Warren County - Must review, enter, index, file and permanently preserve all maps which must be deemed to be in compliance with provisions of law, not only for residents of Warren County, but for members of the public in general (i.e: survey maps, subdivision maps, government appropriation maps etc.) Also, responsible for filing of certificates of incorporation as Agent, NYS Dept of State and other filings including dba's.
Chief Recording Officer - The County Clerk's Office is the official repository of all county records, oaths of office, resolutions, special districts as well as certain town oaths, resolutions, highways and special districts. All must be permanently preserved, not only for residents of Warren County, but for members of the public in general.
Records Management Officer - Designated to coordinate the development of and oversee the management of county records. Services to county departments, the courts, Warren County citizens and the public in general include: physical custody of inactive county records; management of secure storage facilities; active records evaluations and management; retention & disposition of records as per legal and state mandate; archival and historical records programs; research assistance and access for departments and public. As agent for NYS Commissioner of Education, the County Clerk also collects required education fund fees, distributing in accordance with law.
Agent for the U.S. Department of State - Processes original passport applications, renewal applications, affidavits, and instructions not only for Warren County residents but for members of the public in general. The Warren County Clerk's Office also provides the public with the opportunity to have photos taken to facilitate the processing of applications.
Agent for Division of Criminal Justice - Processes pistol permit applications, amendments, takes applicant photos, files all approved permits. Note that these records are not public. Pistol Permit service is available to Warren County residents only.
Agent for the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles - Processes transactions in accordance with state regulations including but not limited to: vehicle registrations (including autos, commercial, motorcycles, boats, all-terrain vehicles etc.); permits, licensing, road test applications, issuance of non-driver identification cards; processing of documents related to certificates of title, and insurance-related matters. Services are provided for Warren County residents and to members of the public in general.
Agent for the Commissioner of Taxation & Finance - Responsible for collection of applicable unpaid sales tax on motor vehicles (including autos, commercial, boats, etc.) as noted above.

Department Of Public Works

The Department of Public Works is responsible for overseeing all County highway and bridge construction, maintenance of all road machinery and snow removal, as well as managing the following divisions: Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, Maintenance Shop, Buildings and Grounds, Civil Defense & Natural Disaster, Parks & Recreation, Engineering, Sewer Administration, and Highway & Traffic.

Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport

Inspect airfield facilities daily
Manage contract with Fixed-Base Operator
Manage Federal and State grants for airport capital improvements
Maintain/clean/paint airfield pavements; maintain airfield lighting & electrical services; clean and maintain buildings, septic systems and storm water facilities
Control snow and ice (Note: National Award received for 2002-2003); mow 500 acres of airport property; maintain associated equipment
Provide emergency response services at the airport
Market the airport to businesses and manage capital development to improve the airport and meet market demand
Facilitate safe transition between aviation operations and events taking place at the airport

Maintenance Shop

Responsible for service and maintenance on all DPW equipment; equipment is maintained at a reasonable level in order to keep it safe and dependable
Preventive maintenance, New York State inspections and repairs are done in-house

Buildings and Grounds

Routine building maintenance
Wood shop - custom millwork and signs
Special projects - office renovations, building repairs, construction, sidewalk/masonry
Seasonal - summer grounds maintenance, winter snow and ice control

Civil Defense and Natural Disaster

STOP-DWI / Traffic Safety - a vehicle for County residents to bring traffic safety issues to the attention of the Board of Supervisors and the NYS Department of Transportation. Also administers National Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course to County Employees. (The Coordinator's salary is partially funded by this program)
Office of Natural Disaster & Civil Defense - works with the State Office of Emergency Management to coordinate planning, response and mitigation in the event of a catastrophic incident; works to comply with State and Federal mandates. (The Deputy Director's salary is partially funded by State and Federal funds)
Local Emergency Planning - mandated by State Archives and Records Administration Title III Regulations; meets with private industry, County departments, fire, police, etc. to ensure that hazardous materials are maintained and safely used, and incidents correctly managed
County Department of Public Works Safety Officer - works to ensure that DPW employees have proper training and equipment; works to make sure the County is in compliance with PESH (Public Employees Safety and Health) standards

Parks & Recreation

Warren County Bikeway - 12 miles of trail from Lake George to Glens Falls;
Warren County Fish Hatchery Complex - Hatchery operations & visitor complex;
Warren County Fairgrounds - maintain and operate facility;
Warren County Railroad - administration of railroad operations;
Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center - administers, operates and maintains educational facility;
Warren County Cross County Ski Trails/Nature Trail Picnic Area - maintains 10 miles of trails;
Canoe Access Sites on Hudson and Schroon Rivers - maintains and operates 8 sites;
Snowmobile Trails - Coordinates trail program with local clubs;
Sheriff's Dock Lake George - maintains dock for lake patrol;
Sheriff's Garage - maintains satellite vehicle garage.

Engineering

Transportation Improvement Program - funding mechanism for local highway projects;
Adirondack/Glens Falls Transportation Council -
Local Bridge Program - inspect the County's 57 bridges and correct deficiencies;
Permits - Work in County Right-of-way, hauling permits, posted roads, DEC permits involving bulk storage of fuel;
Lake George Watershed Conference - represents the County in setting up and executing environmental priorities in the Lake George Drainage Basin;
Hazard Mitigation Coordinator - provides assistance on issues involving natural and man-made hazards.

Additional Engineering Services

Environmental review of properties for completion of SEQRA documents;
Environmental engineering for petroleum contamination remediation projects;
Provide guidance, advice and support services to various entities;
Deputy Superintendent serves as Sewer Administrator of the Warren County Sewer District (Industrial Park).

Sewer Administration

Warren County Sewer Project - administer $20,000,000 Federal grant for wastewater improvements.

Highway & Traffic

Repair and upkeep of County Highways and appurtenances on 247.36 miles of highway;
Snow and ice control;
Road construction projects and CHIPs (Consolidated Highway Improvement Program).

Miscellaneous

Inventory of County and Town roads;
Traffic counts and pavement grades;
Right-of-way information;
Engineering designs, survey and inspection of smaller County projects;
Develop specifications for equipment purchases;
Develop and publish bid specifications;
Develop and maintain the DPW web site.

District Attorney

By County Law and the New York State Constitution, the District Attorney's Office is required to provide the following services:

Enforcement of all criminal laws;
Ensuring public safety;
Prosecuting all crimes in Warren County from violation level to felony level.

Economic Development

The Warren County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is a private not-for-profit organization governed by an independent Board of Directors. The Corporation has a contract with Warren County to provide the following services:

Supporting existing companies through technical and regulatory assistance and act as a liaison between business and government;
Administering the Warren County Empire Zone;
Administering the Warren County Foreign Trade Zone;
Assisting local companies seeking regulatory, financial and technical assistance from local, state and federal agencies;
Marketing the region to attract new business to Warren County;
Offering site selection to interested businesses, sponsor workshops and seminars.

Warren County EDC offers a host of other services for new and existing businesses that are listed on its web site at www.warrencounty.org

Employment & Training Administration

The Employment & Training Administration (ETA) operates the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program. This is a 100% Federally funded program, with funds distributed by the New York State Department of Labor. Warren County works in a three-county consortium with Saratoga and Washington Counties to receive and allocate funds. To access funds, the County is mandated to create a Workforce Investment Board and a One Stop Center for providing core employment services along with a variety of other optional services.

Workforce Investment Board

A private sector-led board that is appointed jointly by Warren, Washington and Saratoga Counties and includes a variety of other workforce related agencies. It shares responsibility with the counties for oversight of the local WIA programs and can facilitate a broad range of workforce development issues for the local area;
One Stop Center

Provides core employment services and access to services of other partner agencies. This center is jointly operated with the New York State Department of Labor;
Core Services

These services are designed to assist the job seeker in finding their next job, providing workforce related information or exploring training opportunities;
Career Center

The Career Center provides a variety of job related informational workshops and a structured job search program which teaches individuals how to prepare for and conduct a successful job search, i.e., resumes and interviews;
Training Services

Provides limited funds for financial aid and support services to those who qualify for training-in-demand occupations (e.g. nursing, etc.), as well as on the job training (OJT) with local employers;
Business Services

Includes accessing grants and grant information, providing training resources, access to E-learning computer programs, job fairs, referrals, access to Department of Labor services;
Youth Services

This is a summer and year-round work and learning program for youth to better prepare them for future work. Services for both in-school and out-of-school youth are offered.

Extension Services

Cornell University Cooperative Extension is a non-formal educational organization which provides programs based on the needs of the county while linking unbiased research based information from Cornell University. The information provided is used to improve lives and communities, increase economic vitality and enhance environmental quality. Local programs for individuals, youth and families include those that promote the following: positive relationships between parents and guardians and their children; optimal health; natural resources and water quality; wise energy use and 4-H youth development through real life, hands-on learning.

Agriculture & Natural Resources: The quality of our lives is dependent on our environment. Research based educational programs are offered to promote good stewardship practices. Good stewards of the land consider all components of our natural resources i.e. water quality, forestry, wildlife, fishery habitats, soils, and recreation.
Through the consumer horticulture program, we enable the public to manage their homes, yards, and gardens more effectively with an emphasis on environmentally friendly practices. The Master Gardener Program is a key link in helping accomplish this mission. Master Gardeners are volunteers who we train to teach others how to manage their yards and gardens more successfully using fewer pesticides.
Family Issues encompasses the parent education, nutrition education and the campership programs. Programming includes a variety of parent education opportunities such as classes for those who are experiencing a separation or divorce, sessions for fathers who want to learn how their involvement contributes to the well-being of their children, trainings for parents of teens who want to understand why the teen brain isn’t more like an adult’s, and classes on building family strengths especially for those who are having extreme difficulty in their parenting role.
The Nutrition Education Program includes the Eat Smart NY program, a collaborative effort and pass through program with the Warren County Dept. of Social Services. This program teaches food stamp recipients how to use their food stamps wisely to build healthy and economical diets. The goal is to provide knowledge and skills to families to improve healthy food habits and to assist them in becoming more self-reliant. The general nutrition education program also provides consumers with unbiased information for understanding food and nutrition issues.
The Warren County Campership Program is a residential camping experience for children between the ages of 9-14 who are economically disadvantaged, are experiencing a limited family life or have other special circumstances. Each year approximately 100 children enjoy a one week camping experience where they have fun in a safe and relaxing outdoor environment. Youth have opportunities to interact with positive role models, make good decisions, increase self-esteem, make new friends and develop skills. Referrals can be made by any agency, organization or department.
4-H is one the largest, most widely recognized programs in the world and is the youth development outreach program of the United States Department of Agriculture. Youth learn leadership, citizenship and life skills through 4-H. In Warren County programs are delivered through three primary means:
- 4-H Clubs: a group of five or more youth (ages 5 and in kindergarten through 19) working together under the supervision of a trained volunteer. Clubs may vary in interest and program content, some focus on a specific area, others may do activities that range from art to science. Clubs exist in many communities of Warren County, however, additional leaders and members are always sought to expand this program.
- Special Interest: these programs are established to meet specific needs or deliver specific educational content are generally stand alone programs and do not continue throughout the year. Examples include the Warren County 4-H Adirondack Guide program which teaches youth about map and compass use, camping skills, wildlife science, and other skills related to the NYS License Guide test and 4-H Shooting Sports which delivers skills like firearms safety, sound decision making, and conservation ethics.
- School Enrichment: these programs are delivered at the request of a teacher and may be one or several sessions long. Unlike the other programs delivered, these programs will fill the requirements of the NYS Educational Standards. Programs may vary and can range from agricultural topics to bicycle safety education.

Fire Prevention & Building Code Enforcement

The Administrator of the Fire and Building Code Office is responsible for the following:

Plans reviews for code compliance;
Issuance of building permits;
Conducts all construction inspections;
Issues certificates of occupancy and completion;
Conducts all public school inspections;
Inspection of all places of assembly and public assembly;
Inspection of new installations of solid fuel device installations;
Inspection of owner occupied/rental units and multiple family residences;
Inspection of structure fire follow-ups.

Additionally, the Fire and Building Code Office is responsible for:

Inspection of Foster Homes in conjunction with the Dept. of Social Services;
Inspection of day care facilities within Warren County's jurisdiction;
Inspection of all County-owned facilities annually;
Observation of all tests of fire suppression systems in all gas stations within jurisdiction and testing of gas tanks in same;
Observation of all pressure tests on commercial water and sewer systems in jurisdiction;
Respond to tenant/landlord complaints relative to fire safety issues.

The Fire Coordinator oversees the Fire Prevention and Control Department, Arson Awareness and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department, including the following responsibilities:

Training of all volunteer and career firefighters and EMS responders in the County through the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and New York State Department of Health;
Availability 24 hours a day;
Maintain and update County-wide mutual aid plan;
Responsible for County Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction Response Team;
Maintain inventory of fire and EMS resources;
Administer and direct Warren County Cause and Origin Investigation Team;
Administer and direct Warren County Arson Squad;
Respond to any and all fire and EMS emergencies that require more than one agency involvement.

Health Services

Home Care

The Home Care Division of Health Services is responsible for two major programs that are not "mandated", but allow the County to ensure full area coverage and offer charity care (where necessary) which other providers may not be inclined to offer:

Certified Home Health Agency
Employs 30 nurses and contracts with therapists and licensed agencies to provide skilled home care services to County residents; provided visits to 2,000 residents in 2002;
Long Term Home Health Care Program
Offers skilled nursing to help keep residents out of nursing facilities.

Public Health

Maternal Child Health Program
Offers home visits to high risk pregnant women, first time mothers, mothers with psychosocial or medical issues, breastfeeding mothers, term newborns, and premature infants.(This service is not mandated, but receives revenues from billing private insurances, Medicaid, or state aid.)
Fluoride Program
Provides fluoride supplements free of charge for children who have no other means of obtaining fluoride. Fluoride drops and tablets are provided free of charge for distribution by the New York State Department of Health Dental Bureau. (Warren County has no fluoride in any of the water in Warren County.) (This service is not mandated, but is of no cost to the County.)
WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program
Provides nutrition services and food voucher packages to approximately 1300 women and children per month. Clinic sites are offered at various locations throughout the county. (The service is not mandated, and reimbursement for the program is primarily received from the New York State Department of Health. In the past several years, because the program funding has remained flat, it has been necessary for the county to subsidize about $30,000 a year in order to maintain services.)
Child Find Program
It is a mandated public health program and reimbursement is received from an annual New York State Department of Health grant.
Early Intervention Program (Birth - 3 years)
It is mandated for counties to administer this program. Although there are mechanisms for securing reimbursement to cover the costs of these services, the program is growing statewide and costs are significantly escalating. (See specific data detailed in the 2002 Annual Report.)
Preschool Program for Children With Disabilities (3-5 years)
This program, as the County is well aware, is mandated by New York State. It serves over 300 children annually. Reimbursement is pursued to the fullest possible amount, but the costs remain significant. (See specific details in the 2002 Annual Report)
Physically Handicapped Children's Program
Although not a mandated program, funds appropriated to cover this program receive 50% reimbursement from New York State Department of Health. Monies are used primarily to assist families with large deductibles creating financial hardship for families.
Health Education Program
Many diverse programs are provided to large numbers of residents. Although not mandated, because of revenue streams, this program is not of any cost to the County.
Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
This is a mandated and grant funded initiative by New York State. There is associated cost to the County.
Emergency Response Planning
Totally grant funded at this time, this program has been very time consuming this past year, answering all the grant deliverables. It is mandated at this time.
Communicable Disease Control Programs
The program is mandated for obvious reasons, and the title of the program speaks for itself. There is state aid reimbursement, for the largest majority, though the new rabies law may cause new and to date unknown expenses.
Immunization Program
A mandated program that serves many constituents in the County. New York State Department of Health provides some vaccine, and for those that are purchased by the County, fees are charged to the individual, negating any cost to the County.

Historian

The County Historian maintains an active research collection and provides historical research services to the public. The department preserves the history of the community and government by collecting historical material.

(The position of County Historian is contained in Section 57.13 of Arts & Cultural Affairs Law).

Information Technology

In general, the Information Technology Department helps the County purchase, maintain, administer, program and troubleshoot the technology that helps the County succeed. Specifically, the work includes;

Purchasing and installing the County's computer hardware and software, striving to acquire aggresive pricing and to standardize the installed base of technology;
Installing, administering, maintaining, and troubleshooting the County's computer network and servers, to keep the County "up and running";
Installing and maintaining the technology infrastructure including cabling, routers and hubs;
Updating and repairing the County's PC's, peripherals and mid-range computer;
Maintaining the e-mail system;
Creating and maintaining a large installed base of custom programmed software application systems;
Serving as the County's technology Help Desk for computer issues;
Protecting the County's network from virus, hacking and other abuse by implementing and maintaining appropriate firewalls and security software;
Helping the County staff in choosing, installing and using the County's packaged application systems;
Maintaining the broadband Internet's access for the County;
Educating the County staff on computer and software operation;
Maintaining the County's web site;
Performing computer Operations and Systems Programming on the County's mid-range computer;
Performing Disaster Recovery tasks including backup of main servers and mid-range computer;
Working as technology consultants and business analysts for the County department heads and staff as they strive to function in an effective and efficient manner.

Office For The Aging

The Office For the Aging serves the over age 60 population of the County, assisting them to access services and address their needs. This includes services that help them remain independent, prevent premature institutionalization, relieve isolation and loneliness, and improve their quality of life and health.

Services For Seniors:

Advocacy
Advocates on behalf of seniors with legislature and various agencies.
In-Home Services/Long Term Care Case Management
Provides assistance to seniors who become involved in the area of long-term care, either at home or in the process of institutionalization.
Expanded In Home Services For The Elderly Program (E.I.S.E.P.)
Provides non-medical services to those with one or more disabling conditions which prevent them from performing activities of daily living. Services provided include case management, homemaker/personal care, housekeeper/chore, non-institutional respite and ancillary services. A sliding fee may be charged based on income.
Nutrition-Congregate Meals
Hot meals are served at noon Monday through Friday. Any person aged 60+ and their spouse of any age are welcome regardless of income level or resources. A voluntary contribution of $2.00 a meal is suggested. There are twelve sites located in Warren and Hamilton Counties.
Home Delivered Meals
Provided to home-bound or frail seniors located within a reasonable distance from a congregate site. They receive a hot noon meal, and if needed, an evening meal (cold bag lunch) delivered to their home.
Nutrition Counseling And Education
A licensed dietician is available to help in evaluating, counseling and planning for adequate, balanced or special diets.
Employment
Part-time employment for low income elderly persons.
Home Energy Assistance Program (H.E.A.P.)
Assistance is provided in filing applications. In addition, referrals are made for weatherization, telephone discount programs and other energy related programs.
EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage)
Assists seniors in applying for this program that provides help with prescription costs.
HIICAP (Health Insurance Information Counseling And Assistance Program
OFA has trained people who will provide counseling regarding Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap policies, long term care insurance, claims processing, etc.
Legal Assistance
Assistance is provided for non-fee generating cases such as landlord/tenant disputes, consumer fraud, etc.
Outreach
Staff are available to visit seniors in their homes, at mealsites, at senior clubs, at church groups, etc. to provide information regarding programs and services available to them.
Disease Prevention And Health Promotion Programs
Programs and screenings available in various areas to be presented to groups (i.e. blood pressure, diabetes, preventive nutrition).
Handyman Program
Provides assistance for minor home repairs for homeowners and renters. Free labor is provided and homeowner pays for materials.
Telephone Reassurance And Friendly Visiting
Calls or visits provide a contact for isolated, frail, lonely seniors.
Services To Blind And Hearing Impaired
Contracts with Association for Blind and Hearing Impaired provide education and services to these seniors.
Transportation
Available in many towns and volunteers assist.
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Trained staff and volunteers visit long term care facilities to provide advocacy and assistance to residents.
Caregivers Support Program
Respite and support for caregivers of a senior.
Information And Referral
Seniors with any questions should call the Office For the Aging; if OFA staff don't know the answer, staff will find out and make appropriate referrals.

Office Of Community Services (Mental Health)

The Office of Community Services oversees a wide range of services for individuals and families impacted by various disabilities. The majority of funding is State funding that flows from NYS Office of Mental Health, NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities.

In order to be eligible for State aid, counties are mandated under NYS Mental Hygiene Law to have a Director, a Board and to provide for and arrange for services including mental health, substance abuse, and services to the developmentally disabled. Warren and Washington Counties do not directly provide these services, but rather, contract out for services to include the following:

Behavioral Health Services

Services provided include:

Adult inpatient and outpatient mental health services, including psychiatric services;
Intensive day treatment services;
Intensive case management services for children and adults;
Mental health services in both Warren and Washington County jails.

Center for Children and Families

Services provided include:

Children and family outpatient mental health services;
School-based mental health services;
In-home mental health services through the Crisis Outreach Program;
Family Support Services provides various support services including parent and sibling support and educational groups, parent advocates, respite services, skill-building services, and the adolescent supported work program.

Center for Recovery

Services provided include:

Outpatient substance abuse services for adolescents and adults. This includes psychiatric services for individuals prescribed psychotropic medications. Services range in intensity (frequency of services) and structure (individual, group sessions). Vocational services are also available. Center for Recovery staff have been active participants in the development of the County Drug Courts, and provide treatment services to Drug Court participants.

Warren-Washington Association for Mental Health

Services provided include:

Adult, child and family outpatient mental health services, including psychiatric services; school-based mental health services; community development and anti-stigma activities;
Residential services providing various residential levels of care based on recipient's needs;
Supportive Case Management Services for children and adults;
Dual Recovery Case Management for indiviuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders. Their psychosocial club (South St. Center) provides social and vocational rehabilitation services. The Project Choice Program provides vocational rehabilitation and job coaching services.

Liberty House

Provides vocational and psychiatric rehabilitation to individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities. Services provided include:

A psychosocial club focusing intensively on skill building, work readiness skills and benefits coordination services;
Provide various day training, rehabilitation and employment services.

Voices of the Heart

Voices of the Heart is a peer-run agency that provides:

Peer advocacy and peer support services;
Information and referral;
A resource center; respite program, regular social activities and a food pantry.

Council for Prevention of Alcohol and Substance Abuse

Provides substance abuse prevention activities throughout the communities of Warren and Washington Counties. Services provided include:

Training, consultation and presentations on substance abuse prevention;
Information and referral services;
Community development and organization around various substance abuse prevention efforts;
School and agency-based services providing education and training;
Raising public awareness of the need for substance abuse prevention through efforts such as the Underage Drinking Campaign of 2003, the Communities That Care initiative and organization of the Prevention Cooperative, a coalition of interested and involved stakeholders engaged in efforts to reduce substance above in our communities.

Council for Prevention of Alcohol and Substance Abuse also sponsors and operates Youth Court, an effort to reduce delinquent and criminal behavior in youth ages 10-18.

WSWHE Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES)

Substance abuse prevention-oriented school-based services.

820 River Street

Residential and case management services for individuals with substance abuse disorders.

Community Workshop, Inc. (CWI)

Provides a range of services to individuals with developmental disabilities, including day treatment, day habilitation, clinical, vocational, residential and transportation services.

Prospect Child and Family Center

A licensed diagnostic and treatment center, and fully accredited educational facility offering various services for at-risk and developmentally disabled individuals. Services provided include a range of medical, educational, early intervention, residential, family support and vocational services.

Various community private practitioners

Conduct mental health and substance abuse evaluations that are court ordered by the County Family Court. These evaluations assist in appropriate disposition of cases where mental health and/or substance abuse issues are involved and there is a need for further assessment.

The Office of Community Services is also mandated under NYS Mental Hygiene Law to establish a local plan for each of the three disability areas (mental health, substance abuse, developmental disabilities). Local planning processes occur through subcommittees of the Community Services Board. Each disability area has its own subcommittee, which meets quarterly to engage in resource and needs identification, prioritization of needs, and establishment of a local annual plan, within state agency guidelines. The subcommittees are comprised of members of the Community Services Board, provider agency representatives, state agency representatives, and consumers/recipients of services. The subcommittees also provide an avenue for periodic review of the plan, discussion of any changes in community needs as the year progresses and an opportunity for networking and discussing various changes within the state funding and oversight agencies and within the local provider community.

The majority of the funding for the services that we oversee is 100% State funding that flows through the NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH), the NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS), and the NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD). These are State dollars that provide jobs and contribute significantly to our local economy. In 2002, our contract agencies had gross expenditures of over $16.5 million dollars in Warren County alone. The County's direct funding for the services provided in 2002 was approximately $52,000.

Civil Service

Warren County Civil Service is responsible for the administration and enforcement of Civil Service Law for approximately 2,000 classified employees, which includes position classification, testing and review of qualifications for competitive and non-competitive employees.

Additionally the department is responsible for:

Civil Service rules revisions;
Payroll certification compliance;
Affirmative Action compliance;
Federal 504 compliance;
Labor negotiations;
Retirement incentive updates;
Notification and enrollment activity;
Medical and physical testing police/patrol/correction officer candidates;
Program compliance with statutes (i.e., Family and Medical Leave Act);
Assisting towns and schools in personnel related issues;
Civil Service activity at Adirondack Community College;
Implementing drug and alcohol CDL compliance program;
Providing periodic updates as they relate to budget preparation and salary information.

Planning And Community Development

General Planning

Planning and administrative support services to the Warren County Planning Board for monthly review meetings.
Providing technical services to local planning and zoning boards for matters related to community master plans, zoning ordinances and related land use regulations.
Design and implementation of planning and economic development initiatives involving multiple county communities. (e.g. First Wilderness Heritage Corridor, Lake George Scenic By-Way).
Providing Planning review and technical support for the Adirondack/Glens Falls Transportation Advisory Council and Policy Committee.

Community Development

Proposal development and funding requests for federal and state programs relating to housing, community facilities, and economic development projects and programs.
Administration and management of home improvement and new home ownership programs that benefit low and moderate income persons.
Administration and management of programs that improve or develop public facilities within local communities.
Administration and management of the Micro-Enterprise Loan Program and Entrepreneurial Training on behalf of the Warren County Local Development Corporation.
Special project planning and development as identified by the Warren County Board of Supervisors ( e.g. Tourist Rail Line Extension and Connection to Saratoga Springs, Outdoor Theater Project ).
Certification of projects to be assisted through the Warren County Empire Zone Program.
Development and management of a county-wide "Main Street Program" consistent with the program objectives initiated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Geographic Information System

Administration of the County's digital map files and "circuit rider" assistance to local communities that participate in sharing digital files.
Developing new applications for spatial analysis using digital files.
Assisting County Department managers in utilizing digital files and for project specific applications.

Note: All services described are not mandated. The County Planning Board reviews are completed under the requirements of 239 L and M of General Municipal Law.

Probation

Services provided by the Warren County Probation Department include:

PINS(Persons In Need of Supervision)/JD(Juvenile Delinquent) Intake Diversion
Services provided by probation are designed to provide for the care and protection of the young (PINS up to 18), JD (7-16) and preservation of the family without intervention by Family Court.
Formal PINS/JD Supervision
Probation Supervision for adjudicated youths that is a cost effective alternative to out of home placement.
Pre-dispositional Reports
Report for Family Court where information is gathered relevant to the subject's current legal status, past legal history, and social circumstances, both current and past, so that the Judge can make an informed decision.
Custody/visitation Investigation
An investigation that explores custody/visitation issues coupled with a physical description and assessment of the home.
Adoption Investigation
An investigation that verifies information contained in an adoption petition; also requires physical description and assessment of the home.
Adult Probation Supervision
Cost effective supervision of convicted Misdemeanors and Felons who remain in the community. Probationers are the same type of offenders who are incarcerated in our county jail and state prisons.
Pre-sentence/pre-plea Investigations
Criminal Court reports where information is gathered relevant to the subject's current legal status, past legal history, and social circumstances, both current and past, so that the judge can make an informal decision.
Restitution
Collection and disbursement of Court Order restitution for both Family and Criminal Court matters.
Conditional Release
Provides investigation and supervision for the early release of inmates serving a definite sentence in the Warren County Jail.
Runaways
Services provided to parents or legal guardians of youths when a child has run away from his home or other legal placement.
Placement of Children
Probation assists the Department of Social Services in finding placement relative to JD's and PINS. Placements include detention, residential evaluation, and permanent placement.
Day Reporting/Drug Court
Specialized intensive supervision of high risk felony offenders who have alcohol/substance abuse issues. Day Reporting/Drug Court is offered in lieu of local jail or state prison.
Pre-trial Release
Provides meaningful information to Courts on detained inmates who have roots in the community as a way of facilitating their release on recognizance.

Purchasing

The Purchasing Department, as mandated according to Sections 103 and 104-b of New York State General Municipal Law, exists "to facilitate the acquisition of goods and services of maximum quality at the lowest possible cost under the circumstances, and to guard against favoritism, improvidence, extravagance, fraud and corruption."

GML Section 103, and Local Law No. 2 of 1969, state that Purchasing oversees all County purchases and lets to Public Bid all purchases over the bid limits.
GML Section 104-a states that Purchasing shall create and establish an easy-to-follow Purchasing Policy and resulting Handbook to assist all County departments with compliance.

Real Property Tax Services

The Real Property Tax Services Agency is required by New York State Real Property Tax Law and is not funded by the State. The main purpose of the department is to provide services to Town Assessors, local municipalities, school districts and the County, some of which are paid for by towns or school districts. Additionally, the department runs tax bills and assessment rolls for each town and school district.

Public information provided to County residents includes the following:

Deed information
Assessment, lot size and location information
Property boundary information
Land Auction information
Computer data containing assessment and map information
Printing of mailing labels and assessment roll information

Countryside Adult Home

The Warren County Countryside Adult Home is a 60 bed public, non-profit, Adult Residential Care Facility, which is licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Its purpose is to provide long-term residential care, room, board, housekeeping, personal care and supervision. It is operated by Warren County under the direction of the Facility's Administrator, the Warren County Board of Supervisors, the Department of Social Services, and the Commissioner of Social Services. The Countryside Adult Home will admit adult residents of Warren County, subject to eligibility, without regard to race, color, creed or national origin; and will provide a home for those adults who do not require twenty-four hour skilled nursing care. The staff understands the needs of residents in the facility. Twenty-four hour supervision is provided by trained and caring aides. The Countryside Adult Home provides case management, as well as a registered nurse and physician on staff, and offer the following services:

A full-time activity program;
Furnished semi-private rooms;
Barber and beautician services on site;
Laundry services are provided as well as washers and dryers for personal use;
Medication management assistance as well as assistance with the activities of daily living and housekeeping services;
Three nutritious meals daily with between meal snacks;
Weekly shopping trips as well as transportation to and from all appointments;
Worship services on site.

All meals are prepared by an experienced staff. A Registered Dietician works with the Medical Director and staff to provide nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of all residents.

The activity program helps to promote and maintain the physical and psycho-social well being of each resident. An organized program of individual and group activities is available to enable the residents to engage in cultural, spiritual, diversional, physical, political, social and intellectual activities within the facility and the local community.

Self Insurance

The Self-Insurance Department performs support services for Warren County and the Towns within the County. These services include:

Administration, as per the NYS Workers' Compensation Law, Volunteer Firefighter Benefits Law and the Volunteer Ambulance Workers Law, of workers' compensation benefits for the entities participating in the Self-Insurance pool. The Self-Insurance Department provides benefit information to the participants and the employees involved. The department verifies the claims and provides payments of such.
Administration, as per the NYS Disability Benefits Law, of non-work related disability benefits for County employees. This includes providing information about the benefits, claims handling and processing.
The Self-Insurance Department is the liaison between the employees of Warren County and their various health and dental insurance providers. The office provides company contact information, applications for coverage and coverage changes, student verification forms and claim forms. The Self-Insurance Department reviews all plan designs and costs. Retiree and COBRA billing is coordinated by the Self-Insurance Department. Yearly open enrollment information sessions are provided as part of the education process for employees and retirees. Departmental statistics and costs are provided annually for budgeting and planning purposes.
Provides administrative guidance to the County and departments regarding general liability and property insurance. Facilitates the billing of such between the agents and the County departments. Secures any necessary insurance certificates and correspondence between the agent and the County.
Provides safety training and support to County departments and participants within the Self-Insurance Plan. Assists with loss control and risk management services to all departments and participants within the Self-Insurance Plan.

Sheriff

The Warren County Sheriff's Office provides several law enforcement and public safety services for the people of Warren County.

Sheriff's Office Administration

Oversees all operations of the Warren County Sheriff's Office.

Law Enforcement

24/7 patrol coverage;
Enforcement of criminal laws;
Enforcement of vehicle and traffic laws;
Enforcement of state and local laws pertaining to public safety;
Specialized Units
Marine Unit;
Scuba Unit;
Snowmobile Unit;
ATV Unit;
Bicycle Patrol Unit;
Computer Technology Unit;
Traffic Safety Unit;
School Officer Unit;
Special Tactics and Resources Unit;

Investigation Division

Investigates major public safety incidents;
Handles felony level criminal investigations.

Communications Center

24/7 911 emergency wireline and wireless Public Safety Answering Point for Warren County;
Dispatching and monitoring of all law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service units for Warren County;
24/7 monitoring of the counter terrorism communication link for Zone 5.

Correction Division

Securing of persons arrested by law enforcement and committed to jail by the criminal courts system;
Securing of persons committed to jail by the Family Court system;
Transporting of inmates to and from court appearances.

Civil Division

Processing of income executions;
Execution of civil process;
Serving process of Family Court summonses and documents;
Executing and making arrests on warrants issued by various courts.

Court Security

Providing security for the county court system.

Social Services

The Department of Social Services is mandated to provide the following programs and services:

Temporary Assistance
There are three basic forms of Temporary Assistance (commonly called cash assistance). Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) provides temporary support for families with children. Emergency Assistance to Families (EAF) provides one-time emergency assistance to families with children with an immediate need (such as eviction, no heat, utility shut-off etc.). SafetyNet Assistance provides temporary support for individuals, childless couples or families not eligible for TANF. Income and resource tests apply and there is a strong emphasis on employment, re-employment or transition to entitlement programs for the disabled.
Food Stamp Program
The Food Stamp Program is a Federally funded program designed to supplement low-income households in order to meet basic nutritional needs. There are income and resources tests as well as employment-related requirements for able-bodied recipients.
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
The Home Energy Assistance Program is a Federally funded program to assist low-income households meet heating related energy needs during the winter months. It is targeted toward the low-income elderly population as well as other vulnerable low-income households at risk.
Medicaid
Medicaid is authorized by Title XIX of the Social Security Act and instituted in New York State in 1966. Medicaid provides medical assistance for low-income individuals and families. The Medicaid program is funded with Federal, State and County taxes. Medicaid expenditures to providers comprise more than 80% of the entire Warren County Social Services Budget.
Day Care
Day Care is a State and Federally funded service which involves the non-residential (less than 24 hours/day) care of children outside of their homes who are placed there by their parents, guardians, or other persons responsible for them. Such care may be provided during any part of the day. There is a Day Care Block Grant consisting of Federal and State money. Each county is allocated a share of the New York State Child Care Block Grant (NYSCCBG). Separate funding remains for Title XX Day Care, temporary assistance related day care and Child Protective/Child Preventive Day Care, for which there is a 25% local share.

Warren County contracts with thirty-one (31) registered Day Care Homes, sixteen (16) Family Group Homes, and twelve (12) Day Care Centers. Most of our providers are located in the Glens Falls/Queensbury area along with six (6) in the northern part of the county and sixteen (16) located in adjoining Saratoga and Washington Counties. There are also one hundred and thirty-two (132) informal day care providers in the area serving Warren County children.

Day Care is a critical support service in the attempts to implement the work requirements for Temporary Assistance recipients. Day Care also provides a necessary level of support for the low income families that are at risk of going on or going back on public assistance.
Child Support Collection And Enforcement
The Child Support Unit is mandated by the state to assist in locating absent parents, assist in the establishment of paternity for children born out-of-wedlock, establish support obligations by agreement or by petitioning the Family Court to order child and spousal support from absent parents, assist in the collection of support and assist in the enforcement of delinquent support orders.
Adult Protective Services
Protective Services for Adults (PSA) are services directed to adults who are in danger of harm to themselves or others as a result of their own actions or the actions of others and who have no family or friends willing and able to help them. PSA clients include the terminally ill, abused and exploited, chronically mentally ill, elderly infirmed, retarded, and/or alcohol/drug dependent adult. These clients generally present multiple severe problems and are often homeless, under threat of becoming homeless, or transient.

Services to this population include assuring safety, monitoring behavior, finding appropriate housing, financial management, referral and follow-up to needed services/resources, counseling, case management, intervention to prevent serious injury or death, and help for clients to perform daily living activities.
Child Protective Services
The Department of Social Services is required by law to establish and maintain a local Child Protective Services unit within the Department of Social Services. Child Protective Services (CPS) is responsible for receiving and investigating all reports of child abuse and neglect received through the state's Central Registry. In addition, upon completion of the investigation, CPS has the responsibility to protect a child's welfare and preserve and stabilize family life whenever possible. When abusive and/or neglectful families are unwilling or unable to accept and use supportive and rehabilitative services, CPS has a responsibility to initiate Family Court proceedings to protect the child(ren).

Since there is a 24-hour mandate for CPS coverage, it is essential that a caseworker is always available to ensure the protection of children. Caseworkers make contact face to face with the alleged abused and/or maltreated child or children to assess imminent risk and safety issues. A safety plan may have to be put in place to protect a child(ren) from any further harm or neglect.
Prevention Services
Child Preventive Services is a program which serves families with severe and multiple problems who have children at risk of foster care placement. Some problems include child or adult mental illness, mental retardation, alcoholism, drug abuse, domestic violence and child sexual abuse. The department's preventive services caseworkers, along with partner agencies, work with parents who are unable or unwilling to provide proper discipline, direction or care for their children. Preventive's goal is to improve family functioning so that children can remain in their own home and prevent foster care placement.
Foster Care And Adoption
The purpose of the Foster Care Program is to ensure that the right of a child to a permanent and secure home is realized. This program is charged with the responsibility for providing 24-hour care and service to children who cannot safely remain with their own family and to reunite these families by the provision of, or arrangement for, appropriate services.

Levels of foster care include placement in foster homes, therapeutic foster homes, group homes, institutions, critical care institutions, or residential treatment facilities.

There are many points of entry into foster care, but the two primary sources of intake are through JD/PINS proceedings in family court and Child Protective Services. Many of the children entering foster care are victims of repeated physical and/or emotional neglect. They are very special children with very special needs. These children often require special foster homes equipped to nurture them and heal their physical and emotional scars.
Detention Services
The Warren County Detention Home, operated under contract by Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth, cares for up to six youths using a 24/7 staff model. The approximate age of children entering detention is between 10 years old and 18 years old. These youth have been adjudicated Person In Need of Supervision (PINS) or Juvenile Delinquent (JD) or else are waiting a hearing to determine their status. Youth can be admitted to detention by a court order (when court is in session) or by a police officer (weekends or evenings).

Warren County purchases two (2) reserve beds and has preference for two other beds. Washington County and Columbia County have also contracted for one reserve bed each. Occasionally youth are placed in out-of-county detention facilities when bed availability is a problem or when a higher level of secure detention is required.

Non-mandated services which are 100% reimbursable include:
TANF funded domestic violence services
TANF funded Youth Advocate Program services
Employment services
Food Stamp education services

Soil And Water Conservation

The Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District is a technical services organization which provides assistance to municipalities and residents regarding natural resources. Contract funding is provided by Warren County.

Services to Residents
On-site assistance to landowners with regard to resource issues including the following:
- Erosion and Sediment Control;
- Tree and Shrub Seedling Program;
- Drainage Issues;
- Forest Management;
- Septic System Inspection;
- Aerial Photos and Resource Maps;
- Pond Management.
Services to Municipalities
Assistance to municipalities, as follows:
- Project Development and Management;
- Hydroseeding and Power Mulching;
- Mineland Reclamation Plans;
- Grant Writing;
- Lake Management;
- Rural Fire Protection (Dry Hydrants);
- Stormwater Management.
Conservation Projects

The District has obtained State and Federal grants to undertake numerous conservation and water quality improvement projects throughout Warren County. Examples of these types of projects include streambank protection, stormwater runoff management, fish habitat improvement, wetland improvement, recreation area improvement, and lake management.

By resolution of the Warren County Board of Supervisors, the District is designated as the lead water quality agency in Warren County; the District is also a prominent entity in the Lake George Watershed Conference.

Tourism

Locally, the Tourism Department:

Actively promotes and markets the Warren County/Lake George area as a 4-season travel destination;
Annually responds to more than 150,000 requests for information;
Prepares and implements promotional programs including television advertising, newsprint, consumer magazines, trade directories, public relations, as well as consumer shows and tradeshow/marketplace exhibits and appointments.

Additionally, the Tourism Department:

Serves as an informational resource to all residents by providing information regarding private and County operated services;
Promotes County-operated facilities such as the Fish Hatchery, Up Yonda Farm, the Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, Warren County Bikeway, etc.;
Promotes privately operated attractions, accomodations, campgrounds, activities and dining;
Provides information in print format, as well as on the County Tourism Web Site.

The tourism industry in Warren County provides annual sales tax revenue.

Treasurer

The Treasurer's Office is a department supportive of Warren County Departments through payroll, accounting audits, state and federal government audits, tax collection, budget assistance and administrative support.

The County Treasurer provides the following services:

Receives and is the custodian of all money belonging to the County or in which the County has an interest and maintains a true account of all receipts and expenditures for the County;
Serves as legal custodian of Court and Trust funds;
Serves as trustee for cemetary lots;
Serves as administrator for estates of County residents when called upon;
Provides real property tax information to County taxpayers, local governments, banks and attorneys.
Administers collection of Occupancy Tax for the County

Veterans' Services

The Warren County Veterans' Services Agency provides the following, as mandated by the Division of Veteran Affairs and County Services Agency:

Assists veterans, spouses, dependants and survivors with claims to the Department of Veterans' Affairs;
Assists with applications for pension, compensation, education, medical, employment, burials and insurance;
Provides transportation to and from the Albany Veterans' Administration Medical Center on a daily basis;
Sponsors a monthly program which Honors a Deceased Veteran.

Weights And Measures

The Weights and Measures Department is mandated by the State of New York and is responsible for assuring measurement accuracy in commerce throughout the County in Accordance with Article 16 of NYS Agriculture and Markets Law. The department conducts the following activities to promote equity in all commercial transactions involving quality, weight, measure or count:
Inspects and tests all commercially used weighing and measuring devices and systems
Inspects and tests packaged commodities
Performs petroleum sampling and investigations
Cause to be corrected any violations
Keep and maintain applicable standards of Weights & Measures
Submit an annual report to New York State listing inspections performed

Westmount Health Facility

Westmount Health Facility is a skilled Nursing Facility which provides nursing care to the residents of Warren County. As a County-operated facility, Westmount is the provider of last resort and affords skilled care to a mostly Medicaid population.

Youth Bureau

The Warren County Youth Bureau is mandated if Warren County intends to access youth program funds from the New York State Office of Children & Family Services. The Bureau partners with schools, and community and County service providers to plan, coordinate, advocate, fund and monitor programs and services. The goal of the department is to prevent delinquincy through positive youth development.

Involvement with Municipalities:

Recreation programs
Youth services
Library educational workshops
Tutoring
Parent education
Educational field trips
Summer programming

Involvement with Community Agencies:

Adirondack Girl Scout Council - Outdoor education and field trips;
Adirondack Adventure Club - volunteer training and support;
Big Brothers/Big Sisters - youth mentoring;
Catholic Charities - counseling;
Community Maternity Services - education and support for teens;
Cornell Cooperative Extension - camp scholarships;
Glens Falls Area Youth Center - after-school program;
Warren County Youth Court and Council for Prevention - peer court and educational workshops;
Alternative Sentencing Program - community service placement;
Safe Places - afterschool enrichment;
Southern Adirondack Library System - workshops;
Glens Falls YMCA - parenting education classes.

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