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Greene County Calls for NYS to End the Diversion of Local Tax Revenue to Fund State Responsibilities

The Greene County Legislature is joining with the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) to call on the Governor Hochul and members of the State Assembly and Senate to end the practice of diverting local sales taxes out of

Posted in Finance, Legislative Actions

Greene County Legislature Seeks Mask and Testing Mandate Relief for School Districts

After County Administrator Shaun Groden heard the concerns of School Superintendents for districts serving county students, Vice-Chairman Matthew Luvera issued an official request for relief from NYS requirements to Governor Kathy Hochul. The February 16th letter requests “an urgent end”

Posted in COVID-19 News & Updates, Legislative Actions

Statewide Mask Mandate Lifted for Private Businesses Beginning Thursday, February 10th

During a live press conference today, NYS Governor Hochul announced the lifting of the statewide mask mandate for private businesses beginning Thursday February 10th. Business owners are empowered to set their own policies regarding mask and vaccine requirements. The statewide

Posted in News Releases

Greene County Legislature Resolution Supports Limiting NYC Watershed Land Acquisition

In their first full session of 2022, the Greene County Legislature unanimously adopted a resolution designed to limit the ability of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection to purchase more land in Greene County. Resolution 13-22 adds Greene

Posted in County Resources, Legislative Actions

Nominations Sought for 2022 Youth of the Year Award

Posted in News Releases

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

Posted in Government Operations

Greene County Announces Plans for Design and Construction of a New Criminal Justice Center

On December 15th, 2021, the Greene County Legislature released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural and Engineering Services for the design and construction of a new Criminal Justice Center (CJC). The CJC is to be located behind the County

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Governor Hochul Announces Major Action to Address Winter Surge and Prevent Business Disruption as COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations Rise Statewide

Masks will now be required to be worn in all indoor public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement – extending to both the patrons and staff of these businesses. This measure is effective Dec. 13, 2021 until

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NYS Empire State Development Grant Funding Awards Announced for Three Greene County Businesses

Three revitalization and renovation projects (two in the town of Catskill, and one in the town of Windham) have been awarded a total of $1.86 Million in New York State ESD grants as part of the 11th round of Regional

Posted in Economic Development & Tourism

Resolution # 280-21 – Approving Standard Workday For Elected & Appointed Officials For Retirement Purposes

Posted in Legal Notices, News Releases