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A Declaration of State of Emergency

County of Greene Patrick S. Linger Chairman, Greene County Legislature A State of Emergency is herewith declared within the jurisdiction of the County of Greene, State of New York, effective immediately, May 17, 2023. The State of Emergency has been

Posted in Government Operations

Greene County Legislature Once Again Holding the Line with No Property Tax Increase for 2023

For a fourth successful year, there will be no increase in the overall property tax levy, Greene County will hold the line and not exceed the NYS Property Tax Cap Legislation. “Our success at maintaining a consistent property tax levy

Posted in Finance, Government Operations

Greene County Legislature Dedicates Legislative Chambers in Honor of Frank P. Stabile, Jr.

On Wednesday, December 15th 2021, retiring legislator William B. Lawrence (District 8 -Cairo) presided over the dedication of the Greene County Legislature’s Chambers in remembrance of the man largely responsible for its planning and construction. Frank Stabile, who passed away

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Greene County Honored with 2021 NYSAC Pioneer Award

The Greene County Legislature continuously strives to keep county employees safe, while keeping costs down. As a member of the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC), Greene County utilizes a specific solution that maximizes safety and wellness practices through

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Greene County and the NYS Association of Counties

Greene County is participating member of the NYS Association of Counties whose mission is to represent, educate and advocate for Member Counties and the thousands of elected and appointed county officials who serve the public. NYSAC’s 2021 Key County Legislative

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Greene County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will reopen on Monday, December 14 Amidst the Increase in Covid Cases

On December 14th, 2020, the Greene County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was activated in response to the predictions from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) that the number of positive COVID-19 cases will continue to rise. The County

Posted in COVID-19 News & Updates, Government Operations

Greene County Office Building To Close at 12 Noon Thursday, October 1 – Will Reopen Safely Monday October 5

The Greene County office building at 411 Main Street Catskill, NY is closing at noon today (October 1). An individual within the Greene County Office Building has tested positive for Coronavirus.   While this individual is asymptomatic, the Greene County COVID-19

Posted in COVID-19 News & Updates, Government Operations

Greene County Legislature Issues Commendations & Proclamations

During its September 16th Regular Legislature Meeting No. 9, the Greene County Legislature presented commendations to Catskill High School Music Students and County Historian David Dorpfield, as well as proclaiming National 4-H week and Sheriff’s week in Greene County. Sheriff’s

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Social Security Benefits Will be Paid On Time

Social Security Benefits Will be Paid On Time and Other Updates from the Office of Social Security Andrew Saul, Commissioner of Social Security, reminds the public that Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit payments will continue to be

Posted in COVID-19 News & Updates, Government Operations

In-Person Workforce for Essential Services Only

Issued By NYS Executive Order 202.8 Effective on March 22 at 8 p.m.: All businesses and not-for-profit entities in the state shall utilize, to the maximum extent possible, any telecommuting or work from home procedures that they can safely utilize.

Posted in COVID-19 News & Updates, Government Operations, Public Safety