Economic development initiatives continue to advance in Greene County. At the October 12th meeting of the Greene County Legislature, the Board approved the acquisition of 2.2 acres of land from the New York State Thruway Authority for economic development in…
For a third successful year it is anticipated that there will be no property tax increase and again Greene County will hold the line and not exceed the NYS Property Tax Cap Legislation. Greene County Administrator, Shaun S. Groden, will…
A new study of economic impact and infrastructure requirements was recently completed in partnership with the Town of Cairo, County Legislators from District 8 – Cairo, and the Greene County Economic Development Team (comprised of the Greene County Department of…
As part of the Wednesday, July 21st meeting of Greene County Legislature, Local Law No. 2 of 2021 – Establishing A County-Wide Animal Abuse Registry was enacted by a vote of 13 – 0 with 1 absent. This registry falls…
The Greene County Legislature is committed to providing our local business with the ongoing services, support and promotion needed to succeed and thrive. During the county’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the legislature immediately authorized the creation of a variety…
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…
As of June 16th, New York State is officially lifting most COVID-19 restrictions, as 70% of the NY adult population has received at least the first dose of the vaccine. The State’s health guidance and New York Forward industry-specific…
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) will distribute over $1 trillion to communities recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. Greene County’s share will be approximately $9.15 million. As with all federal programs, conditions and requirements must be met before monies are…
Catskill, NY – Greene County has initiated a broadband and cellular communications project to identify households and businesses without access to fiber or coaxial broadband service and to formulate a technical solution and its estimated cost to providing service. The First…
The Greene County Legislature unanimously adapted Local Law 1 of 2021, which permits 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt deer with a firearm or crossbow. This legislation was part of the NYS 2021-2022 budget, with each county given the option of…
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