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Broome County Announces Third Round of $25,000 in Mini-Grant Funding for Opioid Overdose Prevention Efforts
(BINGHAMTON, NY) The Broome Opioid Awareness Council (BOAC) announced today that it is releasing funds for another year of opioid overdose mini grants. $25,000 total in funding is available in 2020 for community agencies to conduct opioid overdose awareness activities.
The funds will be available to non-profit organizations, community agencies, municipalities and schools to develop, enhance or establish opioid awareness related activities in Broome County.
Last year funds were awarded to Truth Pharm and the Addiction Center of Broome County (ACBC) and initiatives included prevention programming, education, training community members in Narcan and other services to help those in treatment with a substance use disorder.
“Fighting this public health epidemic takes a multi-faceted approach, and we are excited to offer our community partners the opportunity to again explore new ways of saving lives and reducing the stigma associated with substance use disorders,” stated Rebecca Kaufman, Director of Public Health.
“We saw some exciting projects the last 2 years and again are looking for proposals to tackle this complex public health subject area which impacts all sectors and people in our community”, added Marissa Knapp, Opioid Overdose Prevention Coordinator.
The grant applications can be found at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york/broome-county.
Successful applicants will be awarded a contract until 12.31.20, contingent upon successful program performance. Projects will be funded depending on the scope of the projects and may range in award amounts up to $25,000.
“We continue to combat the opioid epidemic in Broome County and are thankful to the many community agencies who work to save lives in our area,” added Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “These awarded funds continue to support organizations focused on prevention, education, treatment and recovery in Broome County.”
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Take the Office for Aging Mini-Bus This Winter
Worried about winter driving conditions? You can enjoy peace of mind with accessible buses covering Binghamton, Endicott, Endwell, Johnson City and portions of Chenango Bridge, Conklin, Kirkwood and Vestal.
If you are age 60 or older and have an OFA ID card, you can ride the bus for a suggested contribution of $2.00/ride. Call OFA at 607-778-2411 to apply for an ID card. The OFA Mini-Bus operates Monday through Friday; 9am-4pm. A reservation is required and can be made up to one week in advance by calling 607-763-8747.
To learn about scheduling and using the bus, including being connected to a professional travel advocate who can accompany you on up to three rides, contact the “Getthere” Call Center at 1-855-373-4040.
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County Executive Jason Garnar Delivers 2020 State of the County Address
(JOHNSON CITY, NY) Broome County Executive Jason Garnar delivered his 2020 State of the County address tonight at the new Broome County Workforce Development Center in Johnson City. The theme for Garnar’s address was “Broome Works.”
“The creation of this state-of-the-art workforce development center here in Johnson City is the prime example of how things work in Broome County. The county has made so much progress over the last few years and none of that would have been possible without a team approach,” said County Executive Garnar, “Our local economy is improving, and our county finances are stronger. We’re developing responsible budgets, working to grow our fund balance, and fighting to fill open jobs in our community to keep people here in Broome.”
Highlights of Garnar’s address included:
- Broome County Workforce Development
- Broome County is moving its Office of Employment and Training (OET) to the Oakdale Mall in the Village of Johnson City under the leadership of new OET Director Bob Murphy.
- Filling the 5,000 open jobs in Broome County is a top priority.
- Fixing Broome County’s Finances
- Since taking office Garnar has presented two straight property tax cuts, increased county reserves from just $250,000 to more than $6.5 million and reduced short term debt.
- Public Safety Highlights
- Broome County will soon have a brand-new communications network for emergency responders.
- Additional Sheriff’s deputies and Broome Security officers.
- Completion of a renovated 911 dispatch center and a brand-new emergency services training building.
The County Executive also highlighted more than 100 initiatives he has launched since taking office in 2017.
The County Executive also touted the county’s continued strong working relationship with municipal leaders including everything from his Small Community Grant Fund to the demolition of blighted properties.
This was County Executive Garnar’s fourth State of the County address as Broome County Executive. Again, this year, he and his staff will be taking the State of the County on the road to municipalities in Broome County. The full schedule will be released this week.
- Broome County Workforce Development
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Food Waste Reduction
Food Recovery Hierarchy
The below diagram displays how the handling of wasted food should be prioritized. This diagram should be kept in mind from the production, to purchase, cooking, and final disposal of any and all food products.
Food Waste vs. Excess Food vs. Food loss
Wasted food typically refers to food that was not used for its intended purposed and can fall into three subcategories: food waste, excess food, or food loss. All three types play a different role in the food recovery hierarchy.
Food Waste: plate waste, spoiled food, or cooking scraps
- Food under this category is typically reused at animal feed or is sent to be composted or anaerobically digested
Excess Food: food from restaurants or manufacturers that is recovered and donated to feed people
- This food helps those who utilize food banks, soup kitchens, or shelters
Food Loss: This is unused agricultural products such as unharvested or “ugly” crops
- These food products can also be used as animal feed or to feed hungry people, but there have been new entrepreneurial developments to open the market for “ugly” produce at a reduce cost to consumers.
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Get Your Taxes Done at No Cost
AARP TAX PREPARATION FOR OLDER ADULTS AND LOW-TO-MODERATE INCOME TAXPAYERS
February 4 to April 14 – Many Locations in Broome County
For a complete list of locations, hours, and how to make an appointment, check out the Office for Aging’s February 2020 edition of the Senior News, available at senior centers, grocery stores, libraries or online at broomecountyny.gov/senior/seniornews. Or call the Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.
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Valentine’s Luncheon at Broome County Senior Centers – Feb. 14, 2020
Contact: Rita Fluharty
Nutrition Services Coordinator
(607) 778-2411
Rita.Fluharty@BroomeCounty.usValentine’s Day Luncheon at Senior Centers
The community is invited to celebrate Valentine’s Day at a participating local senior center. The celebration begins around 11:30 AM on Friday, February 14th. Deposit Senior Center will hold their celebration on Thursday, February 13th.
All guests will enjoy a delicious lunch, including dessert. In addition to lunch, the following centers have scheduled special entertainment: Broome West Senior Center will celebrate with music and vocals by Brio & Friends. Eastern Broome Senior Center will enjoy a performance by Orange Blossom Special. Group Therapy Quartet will perform live music at the Vestal Senior Center.
Those interested in attending a celebration will need to make a reservation by 12 PM on Thursday, February 13th by calling the center he or she plans to attend (for Deposit, please reserve by 12 pm on Tuesday, February 11th). Lunch is a suggested contribution of $3.50 for those ages 60+ and their spouse of any age, and a charge of $4.50 for anyone under age 60.
Broome West Senior Center 785-1777 2801 Wayne St., Endwell
Deposit Senior Center (reserve by 2/11/20) 467-3953 14 Monument St., Deposit
Eastern Broome Senior Center 693-2069 27 Golden Ln., Harpursville
First Ward Senior Center 729-6214 226 Clinton St., Binghamton
Johnson City Senior Center 797-1149 30 Brocton St., Johnson City
North Shore Towers Community Center 772-6214 24 Isbell St., Binghamton
Northern Broome Senior Center 692-3405 12 Strongs Pl., Whitney Point
Vestal Senior Center 754-9596 201 Main St., Vestal
Those age 60+ and their spouse of any age will not be denied service due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.
What: “Valentine’s Day Luncheon at Senior Centers”
When: Friday, February 14th, around 11:30 a.m.
Where: Participating Broome County Senior Centers
Who: For everyone, including all seniors, family, and friends
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