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  • Path Through History Weekend 2019 Sharing Our Stories: October 12 – 13

    (BINGHAMTON, NY) Broome County and Visit Binghamton are excited to highlight the historic, cultural and natural resources of the Susquehanna Heritage Area during the Fall 2019 Path Through History Weekend (PTHW) with events at various locations being held October 12th and 13th.

    Path Through History Weekends showcase New York State’s rich and fascinating history and feature events at historic and cultural destinations throughout the state. Broome County has participated in PTHW since 2011. The participating sites picked the “Sharing Our Stories” theme several years ago and it has remained the local theme every PTHW. 

    10 local heritage sites will be holding special events for PTHW. Each site will be celebrating local history and sharing stories in their own unique way for residents and visitors to enjoy. In addition, the historic Recreation Park Carousel will be open. 

    PTHW is a great way for people to learn about the rich history of the community and the contributions of the community, showcasing the wonderful places to visit in Broome County.

    In Fall of 2019 participating locations include:

    • Bundy Museum of History and Art
    • Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park
    • Country Wagon
    • Cutler Botanic Garden
    • Endicott History and Heritage Center
    • Nanticoke Valley Historical Society Museum/Janet Bowers Museum
    • Phelps Mansion Museum
    • Recreation Park Carousel
    • Roberson Museum and Science Center
    • Techworks!
    • Vestal Museum

    A full list of events as well as an interactive map can be found here: www.goalloutbroome.com/pthw

  • New Disc Golf Course at Nathaniel Cole Park

    (COLESVILLE, NY) Broome County Executive Jason Garnar and Parks, Recreation, and Youth Services Director Elizabeth Woidt announced today that Phase I of construction has been completed at a new disc golf course in Broome County.

    The 18-hole course will be located at county-owned Nathaniel Cole Park in Colesville (1674 Colesville Rd, Harpursville NY). The park itself is an ideal location, as it is easily accessible for many residents of Broome County. The park’s topography allows for a large amount of green space and elevation changes; characteristics that will make the game both interesting and sufficiently challenging. 

    Disc golf is an affordable, easy to learn, activity that all can play. The rules are similar to traditional golf, although players throw a disc instead of hitting a golf ball. Only needing a disc makes the sport extremely affordable for all.

    “It’s great to see the creation of additional healthy, family-oriented, activities at parks around Broome County. I encourage everyone to visit the many beautiful parks we have here in Broome County,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar.

    Professional disc golf course designer Eric McCabe of Dynamic Discs designed the course. McCabe’s course design ensures the course does not impede on current activities at the park.

    Phase I of the course was constructed by ZMK Construction. Phase I consists of 18 “short” tees and baskets. Phase II will consist of the remaining 18 “long” tees and baskets and will be completed as funding becomes available.

    The Greater Binghamton Disc Golf Club (GBDGC) provided support and expertise to the project. Over the next few weeks they will be assisting the Broome County Parks Department in making sure the course is ready for play, which will include clearing the course. Park officials believe the course will increase disc golf tournaments in the area, regional tourism, and park revenue.

     

  • Examination Date: 12/14/2019 Last Date to File: 10/23/2019

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  • Examination Date: 12/14/2019 Last Date to File: 10/23/2019

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  • County Executive and Administration to Bring 2020 Proposed Budget to Towns and Villages

    (BINGHAMTON, NY) Broome County is once again bringing its budget presentation to municipalities. As with his 2019 Budget Address County Executive Garnar’s administration is continuing the tradition of taking public addresses into the community, to the residents of Broome County.

    Over the course of the next weeks, members of County Executive Garnar’s administration will be visiting each municipality. This week they will be making stops at the Town of Chenango, Village of Port Dickinson, Town of Conklin, Village of Endicott, Town of Sanford, Town of Vestal and Town of Triangle. The events are open to the public. For the full list of scheduled visits click here or visit broomecountyny.gov/countyexec/exec.

    In September County Executive Jason Garnar delivered his 2020 Budget Address at GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier in Vestal.

    The County Executive detailed a $401 million recommended county budget. His plan includes a tax cut, reducing the county property tax levy by 0.51. This is the second year in a row the Executive has recommended a tax cut in his budget plan. The County Executive also addressed his commitment to continuing to work with municipalities in Broome County. He is once again proposing no change to the sales tax formula for 2020.

    The 2020 proposed budget maintains critical county services and programs that residents depend on and deserve. Within his 2020 plan, County Executive Garnar is making major investments in infrastructure and public safety.

  • Examination Date: 12/14/2019 Last Date to File: 10/23/2019

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  • October’s Menu for Broome County Senior Centers- Bon Appetit!

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  • Halloween Party and Luncheon at Broome County Senior Centers – October 31, 2019

    Contact: Emma Saeger 
    Site Supervisor
    (607) 778-2411
    Emma.Saeger@broomecounty.us

    Halloween Party & Luncheon
    at Broome County Senior Centers

    Everyone is invited to start their Halloween celebration at a participating Broome County Senior Center on Thursday, October 31. A delicious lunch will be served around noon, including roast turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, hot beets, and a mint-frosted chocolate brownie with sprinkles for dessert. Lots of Halloween fun is planned – costumes optional!

    Lunch reservations are needed by 12 pm on Wednesday, October 30. Please call a participating center to make your reservation and find out what special activities will be happening throughout the day. Guests age 60 and older and their spouses of any age may dine for a suggested contribution of $3.50. All others are charged $4.50.

    Broome West Senior Center                            785-1777                             2801 Wayne St., Endwell
    Deposit Senior Center                                     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

     

    What: Halloween Party & Luncheon

    When: Thursday, October 31, with lunch served around noon

    Where: Broome County Senior Centers

    Who: Open to All

     

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  • Broome County Seeking New Director of Office of Employment and Training

    (BINGHAMTON, NY) Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced today the County is seeking a new Director for the Office of Employment and Training following the resignation of current Director Sara Liu, who will be pursuing full-time management of her private restaurant and catering business.

    “Sara Liu has done a great job spearheading a variety of fantastic programs in the Office of Employment and Training,” said County Executive Jason Garnar. “We wish here the best of luck and she leaves behind a big pair of shoes to fill.”

    “Thank you to County Executive Garnar for the opportunity to serve the people of Broome County and to lead the staff at the Office of Employment and Training,” said Liu, “I have enjoyed my tenure of over two and a half years with Broome-Tioga Workforce, and I am immensely proud of our successes in transforming the way we serve job seekers and businesses.”

    The OET Director oversees, coordinates, and directs the planning, development, and implementation of Employment and Training Programs for the county.

    “We need an extremely qualified candidate to step into this position especially as we build a brand new state of the art workforce development center in Broome County in the next few months,” said Garnar, “Filling the thousands of open jobs in Broome County is a top priority for my administration and we need someone who is up the challenge of helping shape and train our workforce.”

    The work involves responsibility for directing and administering the planning, coordination and administration of a wide variety of local employment and training operations of considerable size and complexity.

    The Director will also oversee the Opportunity Impact Program.

    Those interested in the position can apply and view the full job specifications at: broomecountyny.gov/personnel/vacancy

    Incumbents in this position are required by the County Legislature to reside within the county of Broome at all times during their employment in the title.

  • Broome County Youth Bureau to Award Funding for Youth Programs

    (BINGHAMTON, NY) –The Broome County Youth Bureau is pleased to announce the availability of New York State Office of Children & Family Services Youth Development Program (YDP) Funds and New York State Office of Children and Family Services Runaway and Homeless Shelter (RHYA) Funds for 2020.

    These funds will be made available by Broome County to those serving the needs of youth in the community. Grants in the past have ranged from $100 to $20,000. 

    A request for proposals has been released to solicit proposals from qualified non-profit organizations and municipalities interested in establishing, expanding or continuing programs that will provide services and positive youth development opportunities for youth in our community.  Programs can target youth ages 0 – 21 years old.

    The Broome County Youth Bureau Board of Directors has identified specific areas where they see a need within our community. Those areas include organizations that service social emotional/mental health concerns, neglect/abuse concerns, substance use and homelessness as well as programming that is recreational and/or out of school and shows collaboration, agencies working together.

    For a list of required documents for the application visit the Youth Bureau website at www.gobroomecounty.com/bcyb.

    All applications must be received by the Broome County Youth Bureau no later than 3:00PM on Thursday, October 31, 2019.

    If you have any questions, please contact the Broome County Youth Bureau at (607)778-2193 or BCParks@broomecounty.us