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Cayuga County HHS committee approves routine contracts, leases and program renewals At its first 2026 meeting, the Cayuga County Human Services/Public Safety committee approved a slate of routine resolutions including contracts for emergency communications, fire mutual aid plan, probation monitoring, shelter services and multiple social-services agreements; most passed by voice vote.

Cayuga County's Human Services/Public Safety committee just approved crucial contracts and upgrades, paving the way for enhanced emergency services and social support programs!

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Cayuga County secures housing study funding, authorizes countywide economic development RFP County planning staff told legislators they have secured roughly $150,000 in combined funding for a countywide housing study and authorized an RFP for a countywide economic development strategy using $70,000 of budgeted funds; the housing study combines state, local and in-kind contributions.

Cayuga County is poised for growth with $150,000 secured for a comprehensive housing study and a new economic development strategy!

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Cayuga County to apply for $40,000 rebate for planned EV charging stations; solar array relocated to ground-mount The county plans to apply for about $40,000 in rebates for three EV charging stations (six ports) and to reallocate previously awarded clean-energy solar funds to a ground-mounted array at Emerson Park after motor-pool roof delays.

Cayuga County is gearing up to save $40,000 for new electric vehicle charging stations while pivoting its solar project to a ground-mounted array—could this be the future of clean energy in our parks?

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Cayuga County Legislature approves routine resolutions including vendor extensions, tax warrant date and organizational meeting schedule The Legislature voted to approve minutes, multiple routine resolutions and several contract and budget items, including an HHW vendor extension, a SUNY capital chargeback match and scheduling of the tax-warrant publication and the Jan. 2, 2026 organizational meeting. Vote tallies recorded as 'Aye' with no roll-call names in the transcript.

Cayuga County legislators have given the green light to essential resolutions that pave the way for significant maintenance projects and budget preparations for the upcoming year.

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After regional contract ends, Cayuga County will seek ConnectAll planning grant for broadband County staff said the state terminated the regional-planning contract for a multi-county broadband build; the county will apply for a planning grant through the state's ConnectAll office to develop a countywide broadband deployment plan and explore ownership models with no immediate financial risk.

Cayuga County is seizing the opportunity to create a comprehensive broadband plan after the state ended its regional contract, paving the way for improved connectivity without financial risk.

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Cayuga County emergency services report higher water‑rescue demand, $490,000 EMS grant accepted Riley Shurtleff, county emergency services coordinator, told the committee the office will present an updated mutual aid plan in January, reported a $490,000 no‑match Bureau of EMS grant and said the county logged about 141 dispatches this year including 14 water emergencies and a boat collision on Cayuga Lake.

Cayuga County's emergency services just secured a $490,000 grant and reported a surge in water-related incidents, including two drownings and a boat collision this summer!

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Cayuga County to accept state shelter‑arrears funding; HEAP season opens Dec. 1 Social Services reported the county accepted state funds for a shelter‑arrears/eviction prevention program (amount cited in the meeting at roughly $69,440), and announced the regular HEAP season opened Dec. 1; officials also noted rising homelessness and emergency housing demand under 'code blue' conditions.

Cayuga County is set to accept $69,440 in state funding for a crucial eviction prevention program as the HEAP season kicks off amidst rising homelessness.

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Cayuga County to stop approving new childcare‑assistance applications after Nov. 17 amid funding shortfall Social Services informed the Health & Human Services committee it will not approve new childcare assistance enrollments because the county’s $2,610,824 allocation likely won’t cover demand through the federal fiscal year; staff estimate funds could run out by April 2026.

Cayuga County is halting new childcare assistance applications due to a looming funding crisis that could leave families without support by April 2026.

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Cayuga County adopts local law creating animal‑abuse registry Following a public hearing, the Cayuga County Legislature adopted a local law to establish an animal‑abuse registry and to prohibit animal ownership by certain convicted offenders after an amendment to clarify subsection lettering was approved.

Cayuga County has taken a bold step to protect animals by establishing a registry for individuals convicted of animal abuse, preventing them from owning pets in the future.

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Votes at a glance: Cayuga County budget amendments, sewer‑district referendum arrangements, and personnel changes On Dec. 11 the Cayuga County Legislature approved a set of budget amendments and committee bundles: a $30,000 transfer from contingency to restore part‑time museum staffing, ways‑and‑means and departmental bundles, a motion to set a sewer‑district referendum (with up to $15,000 in referendum costs to be reimbursed by the Water & Sewer Authority and a reserve to rescind if a $15 million grant is delayed), and assorted personnel restorations and position authorizations.

Cayuga County's Legislature has taken significant steps to amend the budget, restore vital museum funding, and set the stage for a crucial sewer district referendum—what does this mean for the community?

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Cayuga County Legislature adopts resolution opposing ‘excessive, unwarranted’ immigration enforcement After extensive public comment about a June raid in Cato, the Cayuga County Legislature on Dec. 11 approved a resolution expressing opposition to what speakers called excessive and unwarranted immigration enforcement and urging local law enforcement to exercise prosecutorial discretion and protect constitutional rights.

Cayuga County legislators have taken a stand against "excessive and unwarranted" immigration enforcement, calling for respect of constitutional rights after residents voiced their concerns during a recent meeting.

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Public urges Cayuga County to restore planning staff; legislature votes to bring back partial GIS post Public testimony warned that cuts to the county planning office will undermine grant applications, water protection and downtown revitalization. In response, the legislature approved restoring 0.6 FTE of a senior GIS specialist to preserve mandated mapping services.

Cayuga County residents rallied against proposed staffing cuts to the planning office, warning it could jeopardize millions in grants and vital community projects.

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Cayuga County Legislature approves 2026 budget after contentious debate over tax hikes and staff cuts After hours of public comment and debate over proposed tax increases and staffing cuts—especially to the planning office—the Cayuga County Legislature adopted its 2026 operating budget. Lawmakers rejected a smaller alternative tax increase and approved a package of year‑end motions and staffing adjustments.

Cayuga County's 2026 budget approval sparks fierce debate over tax hikes and potential staff cuts, raising concerns about the future of essential public services.

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Ways & Means reviews tentative 2026 budget as foster care, staffing and security cuts draw scrutiny Cayuga County's Ways & Means committee held an extended review of the tentative 2026 budget, focusing on a $1.7 million local-share increase for foster care, proposed staff reductions, cuts to professional-services lines (including security) and debate over how the effective tax rate is presented.

Cayuga County's budget debate heats up as a $1.7 million increase in foster care costs sparks fierce scrutiny over potential service cuts and tax implications!

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Cayuga County Legislature approves health-department staffing flexibilities, rabies contract and IT equipment purchase The Cayuga County Legislature approved amended resolutions allowing flexible hiring for WIC and public-health educator positions, a contract for rabies specimen preparation, an increase in some environmental health fees, and purchase of 10 replacement laptops for DSS. Public-health staff reported lead-poisoning caseload and outreach activity.

Cayuga County lawmakers just took major steps to bolster public health with new staffing solutions, a vital rabies contract, and upgraded technology!

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Cayuga County presents tentative 2026 budget, cites rising mandated costs and smaller fund-balance draw A county official presented Cayuga County's tentative 2026 budget, highlighting steep increases in mandated program costs (Medicaid, foster care, SNAP administration), proposed staffing cuts, and an estimated $620,000 fund-balance draw for 2026, down from the prior year. The presenter said the plan combines spending reductions and a tax increase to

Cayuga County's tentative 2026 budget reveals a challenging financial landscape, with soaring mandated program costs and proposed staffing cuts to stabilize finances.

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#NY band declawing. And now #Cayugacounty is doing an animal abuse registry. Honestly if you declawed your car you belong on that list. archive.ph/Yfj9z

Soil and Water district outlines $14M–$33M of watershed projects, asks for modest operating increase The district reported long-term grant success and partnerships that brought millions for on-the-ground conservation work, explained limits on grant funding for staff time, and requested a modest appropriation increase for employee health insurance.

Cayuga County's Soil and Water Conservation District is making waves, bringing in a staggering $33 million for conservation projects, but they need your support to keep the momentum going!

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Cayuga County Human Services panel approves contracts and staffing changes; staff warn of SNAP work-rule deadline At its October meeting the Cayuga County Legislature Human Services Committee approved a package of contracts and staffing changes covering youth services, animal control, homelessness services and departmental positions while DSS staff described an accelerated SNAP work‑requirement implementation set for Nov. 1, 2025.

Cayuga County's Human Services Committee just approved key contracts and staffing changes to bolster youth services and tackle homelessness, while a looming SNAP work-rule deadline could impact thousands.

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Dog Reportedly Starved and Caged So Long Paws Became Deformed Deserves Justice - Animal Petitions Three dogs were reportedly abandoned, with one caged so long her paws became permanently deformed. Demand justice now.

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County Legislators Approve Public Health Staffing and Funding Resolutions Legislators authorize new health department positions and transfer funds for psychiatric care.

Cayuga County is taking bold steps to improve mental health and public health services, including a groundbreaking satellite clinic for students that promises to enhance accessibility while generating significant Medicaid revenue.

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County Board Approves Funding for Health Programs and Assessment Services County board authorized multiple health and assessment funding resolutions in recent meeting.

Cayuga County officials are shaking up local governance with a bold plan to enhance community services, tackle delinquent properties, and boost funding for vital health programs.

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Noah Howard of Cayuga County Tourism, spotlights Auburn, #NewYork, Harriet Tubman’s chosen hometown. See the full episode on #BigBlendRadio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA: youtu.be/Ypwug8wo_hM?... #HarrietTubman #auburnny #cayugacounty

Our weekly #OswegoCounty protest was joined by #CayugaCounty protesters this week. #NY24 - Claudia Tenney supports trump’s immigration policy. #DumpTenney2026 @indivisible.org

Owners of Central NY factory raided by federal agents shocked: ‘We feel terrorized’ Agents took away 70 of the 150 individuals working at the time at the Cayuga County factory that makes snack and nutrition bars.

To Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck I say prove it or you’re nothing more than another lying fascist scumbag betraying his sworn oath to protect the Constitution. #CayugaCounty
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Siemens Group to Conduct Free Energy Assessments for Capital Improvement Projects Siemens will offer free building assessments to identify potential energy savings for improvements.

Cayuga County is taking a bold step towards energy efficiency with Siemens offering free assessments to uncover potential savings for capital improvements!

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County Office Faces Equipment Issues Following Power Outage Over Weekend County officials investigate equipment failures caused by recent brownouts affecting power supply.

Cayuga County's emergency services are on the brink after a power outage crippled critical equipment, leaving officials scrambling for solutions.

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EDA Grants Boost Finger Lakes Outdoor Tourism Through Fishing Promotions Finger Lakes region enhances fishing outreach and engagement after successful EDA grant campaigns.

Cayuga County is reeling in tourism success with exciting new fishing initiatives and expert insights that are making waves in the Finger Lakes region!

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