The county executives discussed how the federal government and New York State counties can work together to deliver more effective programs and services for the people of New York State. They focused on federal-county partnerships towards health care, job training and economic development and voting rights.   “We discussed matters of mutual concern to our counties and the constituents who live in our communities,” said Westchester County Executive Andrew Spano. “The Workforce Investment Act, for example, provides Federal funding that serves as the single largest workforce development initiative in Westchester County. It is critical for keeping jobs and businesses here in our communities.”   The county leaders asked the federal representatives to consider the following issues as they proceed with their work in Washington this year.   •    Modifying the Medicaid Upper Payment Limit Cap to support the uniqueservices that County Nursing Homes provide as a safety net in our communities.   •    Reauthorizing the Workforce Investment Act to continue job training and economic development initiatives in New York State to keep us competitive in the global marketplace.   •    Ensuring that Federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA) funding is provided to New York State in the event that we have to purchase new electronic machines to implement the new voting standards.   In attendance were:   

County Executive Greg Edwards, Chautauqua County