Leaders in Marathon are finalizing a list of recommended projects to fund with the $4.5 million NY Forward Grant.
The Ithaca Common Council is now reviewing the proposed spending plan, which includes a tax levy increase of 3.5%.
Independent legislative candidate Michelle Wright would like to see property tax bodies like school boards, towns, and cities work together.
Mayor Scott Steve says putting together the 2026 budget is harder than previous years as expenses are rising in Cortland.
State Senator Lea Webb wants District 52 residents to participate in upcoming public hearings regarding NYSEG’s proposed double-digit rate increases.
Retired lawmaker and former Legislative Chair Martha Robertson pitched Harold’s Square on the Ithaca Commons as a suitable alternative location for the Tompkins County Center of Government.
On Sept. 9, the Groton Town Board approved the purchase of a 2020 Wacker Neuson road roller.
Richford is applying for $7,500 from the Justice Court Assistance Program.
Tompkins County Legislator Anne Koreman is pushing to “keep a small amount of money” in the budget for parks and housing.
The Town of Virgil is hosting a budget workshop tonight at 6:30 p.m.

