Yates County Legislature

Nine-member elected body governing Yates County, New York.

About the Legislature

The Yates County Legislature is the governing body of Yates County, consisting of nine members elected by district. The Legislature adopts the annual county budget, sets county tax rates, enacts local laws, and oversees all county departments and services. The Legislature meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Yates County Courthouse, 415 Liberty Street, Penn Yan.

Quick Facts

  • • Members: 9 legislators elected by district
  • • Term: 4-year staggered terms
  • • Meetings: 2nd Tuesday monthly, 7:00 PM
  • • Location: Yates County Courthouse
  • • Address: 415 Liberty Street, Penn Yan NY 14527
  • • Clerk: Karen S. Munson — (315) 536-5140
  • • Official site: yatescountyny.gov

Legislature Responsibilities

Annual Budget

Adopt the county budget and set county property tax rates

Local Laws

Enact local laws governing county operations and services

Department Oversight

Supervise all county departments, offices, and agencies

Resolutions

Pass resolutions on county policy, appointments, and contracts

Meeting Information

Schedule & Location

  • Schedule: 2nd Tuesday of each month
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Location: Yates County Courthouse
    415 Liberty Street, Penn Yan NY 14527

Additional Information