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Chemung County Legislature plans special meeting on property tax cap override
The Chemung County Legislature has scheduled a special meeting for Monday, November 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a resolution introducing Local Law No. 4 for the year 2024.
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Allegiant announces new route connecting Elmira Corning Regional Airport with Sarasota
Allegiant Travel Company has announced the launch of 44 new nonstop routes nationwide, including a direct service from Elmira Corning Regional Airport to Sarasota Bradenton International.
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Chemung County cancels upcoming budget workshops scheduled for mid-November
Budget Workshops #2 and #3 of the Chemung County Legislature, which were scheduled for November 13th and 14th, 2024, have been canceled.
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Chemung County Social Services wins Cura Award for kinship care excellence
The Chemung County Department of Social Services has been awarded the Cura Award for Kinship Champion by the New York State Kincare Coalition.
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Chemung County announces public hearing on proposed budget for fiscal year 2025
The Chemung County Legislature has announced a public hearing to discuss the 2025 Tentative Chemung County Budget.
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Chemung County leaders to unveil proposed 2025 budget
Chemung County Executive Christopher Moss and Deputy Executive Jennifer Furman are set to present the proposed operational and capital budget for 2025.
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Elmira's first public meeting on waterfront revitalization set for October
Chemung County has announced the initial public meeting for Elmira's Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP).
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Chemung County schedules public hearing on unlicensed cannabis sale regulation
A new local law aimed at regulating the unlicensed sale of cannabis in Chemung County has been presented to the Chemung County Legislature. Known as Introductory Local Law No. 3 for the Year 2024, this proposed legislation is now set for a public hearing.
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Free rabies vaccination clinics offered by Chemung County Health Department
The Chemung County Health Department is offering free rabies vaccination clinics for New York State residents. The clinics will be held at two locations: Banfield Square Park in Van Etten on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and the Economic Opportunity Program (EOP) in Elmira on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Public hearing set for snowmobile operation law in Chemung County
A public hearing has been scheduled by the Chemung County Legislature regarding Introductory Local Law No. 2 for the Year 2024, titled "Local Law authorizing Operation of Snowmobile on County Public Lands pursuant to section 25.09 (2) of the Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Law." This law was presented to the legislature on September 9, 2024.
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Public hearings scheduled on lease agreements at Elmira Corning Regional Airport
A public hearing will be conducted by the Chemung County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers, 5th floor, Hazlett Building, 203 Lake Street, Elmira, New York at 6:55 p.m. on October 7, 2024. The purpose of this hearing is to gather comments regarding a proposed five-year agreement with Hertz Corporation for the lease of space at the Elmira Corning Regional Airport from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2029, with an option for one one-year extension.
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Chemung County announces second public workshop for comprehensive plan
Chemung County has announced the second public workshop for its Comprehensive Plan, Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan, and Long-Range Transportation Plan. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Arnot Mall Event Center in Horseheads.
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Chemung County announces Harvest Drive-Thru Picnic for senior residents
The Chemung County Department of Aging and Long Term Care will host the 2024 Harvest Drive-Thru Picnic on September 26, 2024. The event is scheduled to take place from noon to 1 PM at the Chemung County Fairgrounds in Horseheads, NY.
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Chemung County opens winter storage reservations at fairgrounds
The Chemung County Buildings and Grounds Department will start accepting reservations for winter storage on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Storage space will be available at the Chemung County Fairgrounds from October 15, 2024, to April 15, 2025. The fee is determined by the length of the item being stored (RV/boat/vehicle length plus the length of the trailer).
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Chemung County announces free COVID-19 test kit distribution event
Free COVID-19 Test Kit Distribution
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Harris Hill Pool closes for season; Park Station waterfront hours adjusted
The pool at Harris Hill will be closing for the season on August 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Season pass holders may use their passes for entrance to Park Station.
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Chemung County announces bow hunting permit lottery for Harris Hill Park
The Chemung County Buildings and Grounds Department has announced a bow hunting permit lottery for Harris Hill Park. Participation is restricted to residents of Chemung County. Entries can be submitted at https://forms.chemungcountyny.gov/HHBowHunt/ until August 30, 2024.
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Chemung County departments face delays due to network outage
Various Chemung County departments are experiencing computer issues related to a mass outage involving Crowdstrike, the county’s network monitoring software. Some offices are opening late today while the Information Technology Department addresses the situation.
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Van Etten residents to receive water amid power outage
Residents without power in the Town of Van Etten can pick up water at the Van Etten Fire Department at 321 NYS Route 224, Van Etten, NY, at noon today (07/17/24).
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Chemung County distributes water and ice amid power outages
At 12:00 p.m. today, the Chemung County Office of Emergency Management will hold a water and ice distribution for individuals affected by the ongoing power outages. The distribution locations are as follows: