Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Livingston County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
PILOT Agreements with Avon Bess A and Avon Bess B LLC
Two PILOT agreements scheduled for authorization would provide payment-in-lieu-of-taxes arrangements with Avon Bess A LLC and Avon Bess B LLC, affecting how much tax revenue the properties generate.
Sale of Tax-Foreclosed Parcels
The county fixed September 15 as the last day to redeem foreclosed property and the first Thursday of November at 6 p.m. as the annual auction date — important for anyone at risk of losing property over back taxes.
New Disabled Veterans Exemption
Discussion of the newly created disabled veterans property tax exemption and how it will be applied — this could lower property tax bills for eligible veteran households.
Assistant County Attorney position for Social Services merger
A new full-time Assistant County Attorney job at $90,000-$120,000 was created because of the merger of the Department of Social Services attorney function. It affects legal staffing for county social services cases.
Health Department Salary Range Increase
The county raised the Deputy Director of Community Mental Health Services pay range to $82,000-$103,000 to compete for qualified candidates. This affects mental health services staffing.
Mileage reimbursement increase
County mileage reimbursement rose to 76 cents a mile effective July 1, 2026, which raises travel costs but keeps pace with IRS-style rates for employees driving on county business.
Medicaid overpayment dispute at CNR
The nursing home is disputing $953,550 of a $955,461 Medicaid overpayment claim from a state audit; state LTC audits are paused while the state revises its criteria.
Vasquez v. Livingston County lawsuit
The county is hiring outside counsel at up to $450/hour to defend a federal lawsuit over tax foreclosure and surplus funds — a case that could have implications for how the county handles foreclosures.