Warren County officials have approved a significant budget amendment to cover increased postal costs associated with the 2025 tax foreclosure process. During the recent Committee Meeting, it was revealed that the county underestimated mailing expenses tied to the new legislation stemming from a 2024 Supreme Court ruling, which altered tax foreclosure requirements.

The amendment raises the contract with NYSIG for mailing services from $13,300 to a maximum of $27,000. This increase is largely due to a higher-than-expected number of interested parties—832 in total—compared to previous years. The county had to initiate the foreclosure process earlier than usual, leading to additional mailings and costs.

Despite the budget increase, officials expressed optimism about recouping a significant portion of these expenses through assessments on the properties involved in the foreclosure process. The county plans to improve its assessment tracking next year to ensure more accurate collection of costs.

In a related motion, the committee also approved an additional $11,734.47 to cover extra postal charges incurred during the 2025 tax foreclosure mailings. Both motions passed without opposition, signaling a proactive approach to managing the financial implications of the new tax foreclosure regulations.