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(BINGHAMTON, NY) – Broome County, in partnership with the City of Binghamton and the New York State Department of State, invites neighborhood residents, business owners, and stakeholders to attend the first public meeting for the Brandywine Growth District Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Predevelopment Activities Project. This project builds upon previous planning efforts completed during the 2013 BOA Nomination Study.

This is your opportunity to learn about the project and share your ideas. The event will be held on Thursday, June 5, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Centenary-Chenango Street United Methodist Church, located at 438 Chenango Street (corner of Allen Street), Binghamton. Free parking is available on-site (enter from Allen Street) or on-street.

Members of a multi-disciplinary urban planning team led by Fisher Associates will introduce the Brandywine Growth District BOA, a 158-acre industrial area on the northeast side of Binghamton. The consultants will provide an overview of the revitalization project, preliminary findings, and opportunities for community input. Attendees are encouraged to share their ideas and vision for transforming the area into a vibrant, sustainable, and economically productive district. Fisher Associates is the lead consultant on the project, with additional support from Kevin Dwarka, LLC and Idea Kraft.

Can’t make the meeting? There are other opportunities to share your input! A survey is available on the project website now open through July 7. Share your thoughts on the future of the Brandywine Growth District.

To learn more about the project and to take the survey, visit: https://broomecountyny.gov/planning/brandywine.

This initiative is made possible with funding from the New York State Brownfield Opportunity Areas Program.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Broome County is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Community Beautification & Environmental Stewardship Grant program. This initiative provides mini-grants of up to $2,500 to support projects that enhance public spaces, promote environmental stewardship, and encourage community engagement. This grant helps fund local efforts focused on litter prevention, waste reduction, recycling, beautification, street plantings, composting, or community gardens.

The following recipients have been awarded in 2024:

• City of Binghamton – 434 Greenway Interpretive Signage
• Fenton Free Library Association – TerraCycle, Shed Extensions & Waste Reduction Project
• Chenango Forks Central School District – CF Watershed Restoration
• Binghamton City School District – Binghamton Spring Clean-Up Day

Broome County is committed to supporting local initiatives that enhance our communities and protect our environment,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “These grants give people the opportunity to take action, whether through beautification projects, waste reduction, or environmental awareness, all of which contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable county.”

“The Community Beautification Grant is a great program that encourages community investment and environmental responsibility,” said Broome County Legislature Chairman & 5th District Legislator Dan J. Reynolds. “My colleagues on the Broome County Legislature and I are proud to support this program!”

“The Division of Solid Waste is proud to be able to offer these mini grants that have a positive impact on our community fostering the continued beautification and sustainability of our County,” said Division of Solid Waste Management Director, Debra Smith.

The program, which is open to communities, non-profits, and schools, accepts applications on a rolling basis. Those interested in applying for a Community Beautification & Environmental Stewardship Grant can submit applications via email to debra.smith@broomecountyny.gov. To access the grant application and guidelines, visit www.broomecountyny.gov/planning/communitygrants.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Applications are now being accepted for the eighth round of Broome County’s Small Community Fund grant program. This year, $650,000 has been budgeted for community improvement projects. Last year, grants were awarded to fund 32 total projects. The Small Community Fund is available to municipalities, non-profits, and local economic development entities that are working on projects that complement Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan.

“The Small Community Fund is helping local governments and organizations make investments they couldn’t otherwise,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “Enhancements to public safety, infrastructure upgrades, and improving recreation have all been made possible with this fund. I appreciate the commitment of the Broome County Legislature to this program which has had impacts on every corner of the county.”

“The Small Community Fund has provided significant support for our local municipalities and non-profit organizations,” said Broome County Legislature Chairman & 5th District Legislator Dan J. Reynolds. “The strategic investments we’ve made through these grants have enhanced public safety, recreation and economic development.”

Since it was created in 2018, the Small Community Fund has supported over 150 projects throughout the county. Most grants range from $5,000 to $75,000, with the average grant being approximately $25,000. Some notable projects include a new space for GiGi’s Playhouse at the Oakdale Commons, food pantry expansions, equipment for playgrounds and ADA accessibility at multiple parks, trail enhancements at Wolfe Park, and expansion of facilities at Mercy House.

While open to all applicants that meet the stated criteria, the fund is intended to help smaller communities with projects that may not be eligible for alternate funding sources. The emphasis of the Small Community Fund will be on projects which address the goals of the comprehensive plan. More information on Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan can be found here.

Information regarding the Small Community Fund, guidelines, and how to apply can be found on the County Planning and Economic Development Department’s website at gobroomecounty.com/planning/communitygrants. Applications are due by April 9th at 4:00 PM and should be returned via email, communitygrants@broomecountyny.gov, or by mail: PO Box 1766, Broome County Office Building, Binghamton, NY 13902.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Broome County residents are encouraged to provide feedback on the 2024 Broome County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, now available for review and public comment. This plan assesses our community’s risk to natural hazards and outlines a comprehensive approach to reducing the impact of natural disasters like floods, droughts, extreme temperatures, and storms. It includes mitigation strategies to protect lives, property, and the economy from future hazard events.

Keeping the plan current is crucial to ensure Broome County and its municipalities remain eligible for federal funding for hazard mitigation projects. This updated plan builds on previous versions, incorporating the latest guidance from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES), integrating new date and information, as well as contributions from the public and community stakeholders.

A hybrid public meeting to present the draft plan will be held virtually and in person on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 5 p.m. Members of the public can attend in person at the Broome County Public Library Decker Room located at 185 Court Street, Binghamton or attend virtually using the information below:

• Join Zoom Meeting: https://broome.zoom.us/j/83038370252?pwd=Id42ZCLsoMPqhFIUXM0kqnvWwVAmRa.1
• Meeting ID: 830 3837 0252
• Passcode: 080218

Broome County encourages residents to review the plan and provide input. To view the draft 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan and submit comments online, please visit broomecountyny.gov/planning/hazardmitigation.

A copy of the plan will also be available to view in person at the Broome County Planning Department located at the Edwin L. Crawford County Office Building in Binghamton. Public feedback will be accepted through July 5, 2024.

For more information, contact Stephanie Brewer at the Broome County Planning Department at 607-778-2114 or stephanie.brewer@broomecountyny.gov.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Broome County Planning Department will host a virtual presentation of the Broome County Local Waterfront Revitalization Strategy on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 4:00 PM. During this meeting project, consultants will provide an overview of the final plan, present projects and recommendations, and discuss next steps for implementation. The Broome County Local Waterfront Revitalization Strategy focuses on the county’s designated inland waterways including the Susquehanna, Chenango, Tioughnioga and Delaware Rivers, and Nanticoke Creek.

The Local Waterfront Revitalization Strategy used a collaborative framework to establish a unified vision for the waterfront as well as outline recommendations to address local and regional waterway issues, guide future development and promote public waterfront access throughout the county.

This is a virtual meeting hosted through the Zoom Videoconference Platform.

• Date: Monday April 15, 2024
• Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
• Join Zoom Meeting: https://broome.zoom.us/j/84548853799?pwd=3km8IewFGt6E1xYCUY6gZzYQJwaITh.1
• Meeting ID: 845 4885 3799
• Passcode: 322577
• Call-In Number: 1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

For more information about the project, visit www.broomewaterfront.com.

This project was prepared with funding provided by the New York State Department of State under Title 11 of the Environmental Protection Fund.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Applications are now being accepted for the seventh round of Broome County’s Small Community Fund grant program. This year, $650,000 has been budgeted for community improvement projects. Last year, grants were awarded to fund 53 total projects. The Small Community Fund is available to municipalities, non-profits, and local economic development entities that are working on projects that complement Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan.

“The Small Community Fund is helping local governments and organizations make investments they couldn’t otherwise,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “Enhancements to public safety, infrastructure upgrades, and improving recreation have all been made possible with this fund. I appreciate the commitment of the Broome County Legislature to this program which has had impacts on every corner of the County.”

“The Small Community Fund has provided significant support for our local municipalities and non-profit organizations,” said Broome County Legislature Chairman & 5th District Legislator Dan J. Reynolds. “The strategic investments we’ve made through these grants have enhanced public safety, recreation and economic development.”

Since it was created in 2018, the Small Community Fund has supported over 100 projects throughout the County. Most grants range from $1,200 to $30,000, with the average grant being approximately $15,000. Some notable projects include a new space for GiGi’s Playhouse at the Oakdale Commons, an AED for Five Mile Point Fire Company, equipment for playgrounds and ADA accessibility at multiple parks, trail enhancements at Wolfe Park, and expansion of facilities at Mercy House.

While open to all applicants that meet the stated criteria, the fund is intended to help smaller communities with projects that may not be eligible for alternate funding sources. The emphasis of the Small Community Fund will be on projects which address the goals of the comprehensive plan. More information on Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan can be found here.

Information regarding the Small Community Fund, guidelines, and how to apply can be found on the County Planning Department’s website at broomecountyny.gov/planning/communitygrants. Applications are due by April 10^th at 4:00 PM and should be returned via email, communitygrants@broomecountyny.gov, or by mail: PO Box 1766, Broome County Office Building, Binghamton, NY 13902.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Broome County Planning Department will host a presentation
of the Broome County Housing Needs Assessment at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 27, 2024,
in the Broome County Public Library Decker Room. This assessment, a collaborative effort led
by the Planning Department, provides a thorough examination of both current and future housing
needs within the county, presenting a list of goals and strategies to help overcome the county’s
housing challenges.

The meeting will include a community presentation of the draft Broome County Housing Needs
Assessment. Camoin Associates, the project consultants, will provide an overview of the report’s
findings and recommendations. Members of the community are encouraged to attend.

For additional details on the project and access to the draft report, visit
broomecountyny.gov/planning/housing.

Applications are now being accepted for the sixth round of Broome County’s Small Community Fund grant program. This year, with the support of American Rescue Plan funding, more than $1 million was budgeted for community improvement projects; a fifth round of grants was awarded earlier this year in which 28 projects were funded. The Small Community Fund is available to municipalities, non-profits, and local economic development entities that are working on projects that complement Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan. 

“The Small Community Fund is helping local governments and organizations make investments they couldn’t otherwise,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “Enhancements to public safety, infrastructure upgrades, and improving recreation have all been made possible with this fund. I appreciate the commitment of the Broome County Legislature to this program which has had impacts on every corner of the County.”

“The Small Community Fund has provided significant support for our local municipalities and non-profit organizations,” said Broome County Legislature Chairman & 5th District Legislator Dan J. Reynolds. “The strategic investments we’ve made through these grants have enhanced public safety, recreation and economic development.”

Since it was created in 2018, the Small Community Fund has supported nearly 90 projects throughout the County. Most grants range from $1,200 to $30,000, with the average grant being approximately $15,000. Some notable projects include a new space for GiGi’s Playhouse at the Oakdale Commons, equipment for Eastern Broome EMS, improvements to the Town of Chenango Town Hall, ADA upgrades for various municipalities, trail enhancements at the IBM Glen, and gymnasium renovations at the Tabernacle United Methodist Church.

While open to all applicants that meet the stated criteria, the fund is intended to help smaller communities with projects that may not be eligible for alternate funding sources. The emphasis of the Small Community Fund will be on projects which address the goals of the comprehensive plan. More information on Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan can be found here.

Information regarding the Small Community Fund, guidelines, and how to apply can be found on the County Planning Department’s website. Applications are due by October 11^th at 4:00 PM and should be returned to Beth Lucas via email, communitygrants@broomecountyny.gov, or by mail: PO Box 1766, Broome County Office Building, Binghamton, NY 13902.

Broome County announced Monday the launch of a public survey to gather information about local housing needs. This information will support development of strategies as part of a countywide plan to address housing challenges in Broome County. The survey, which can be accessed at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BroomeCountyHousing, seeks input on residents’ housing experiences, including the availability and affordability of housing, and potential barriers to securing appropriate housing.

The Broome County Department of Planning and Economic Development will use the results of the survey develop a Housing Needs Assessment, which will identify existing and future housing needs and critical housing gaps and issues. The assessment will inform a vision for housing in Broome County and guide housing-related programs and projects over the next five to ten years. Ultimately, the plan will identify innovative housing solutions and actionable steps to help address the unique housing challenges facing Broome County.

“This study is the County’s first comprehensive countywide housing assessment and is an important step in addressing the housing challenges caused by decades of disinvestment, concentrations of poverty, aging populations, flood risk, and social vulnerability,” said Beth Lucas, Broome County Director of Planning. “We hope for a wide response from the public on this survey.”

Broome County is encouraging all households to complete the survey and provide their feedback. We ask that local employers and organizations help spread the word and share the survey with the community.

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and will remain open until Friday, June 23, 2023. For more information, visit broomecountyny.gov/planning/housing.

Applications are now being accepted for the fifth round of Broome County’s Small Community Fund grant program. This year, with the support of American Rescue Plan funding, more than $1 million is available for community improvement projects. The Small Community Fund is available to municipalities, non-profits, and local economic development entities that are working on projects that complement Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan. 

“The Small Community Fund is helping local governments and organizations make investments they couldn’t otherwise,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “Enhancements to public safety, infrastructure upgrades, and improving recreation have all been made possible with this fund. I appreciate the commitment of the Broome County Legislature to this program which has had impacts on every corner of the County.”

“The Small Community Fund has provided significant support for our local municipalities and non-profit organizations,” said Broome County Legislature Chairman & 5th District Legislator Dan J. Reynolds. “The strategic investments we’ve made through these grants have enhanced public safety, recreation and economic development.”

Since it was created in 2018, the Small Community Fund has supported more than 50 projects throughout the County. Most grants range from $1,200 to $30,000, with the average grant being approximately $15,000. Some notable projects include new equipment for Eastern Broome EMS, improvements to the Town of Chenango Town Hall, ADA upgrades for various municipalities, trail enhancements at the IBM Glen, and gymnasium renovations at the Tabernacle United Methodist Church.

While open to all applicants that meet the stated criteria, the fund is intended to help smaller communities with projects that may not be eligible for alternate funding sources. The emphasis of the Small Community Fund will be on projects which address the goals of the comprehensive plan. More information on Broome County’s Comprehensive Plan can be found here.

An application and policy for the small community fund are attached. Applications are due by March 1^st at 4:00 PM and should be returned to Beth Lucas via email, beth.lucas@broomecountyny.gov, or by mail: PO Box 1766, Broome County Office Building, Binghamton, NY 13902.