HUD lawsuit leaves Tompkins County planning for contingency though near‑term shelters remain funded County staff said recent federal court injunctions have paused HUD’s new NOFO rules; Tompkins County expects awards in May and does not anticipate an immediate funding gap, but staff recommended contingency planning for possible long‑term changes to Continuum of Care funding.

Tompkins County is navigating uncertainty as federal lawsuits pause crucial HUD funding changes, leaving the future of permanent supportive housing in limbo.

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Local Law Modifications Under Review for Hotel Occupancy Tax and Short Term Rentals Committee discusses modifications to local hotel occupancy tax law and short term rental regulations.

Tompkins County is grappling with a potential tourism revenue crisis as new hotel occupancy tax regulations and declining international visitors spark urgent discussions on economic stability.

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Tompkins County approves funding for Ithaca neighborhood housing projects and solid waste plan Legislators endorse resolutions for housing development funding and solid waste management approval.

Tompkins County legislators have taken bold steps to enhance affordable housing and solid waste management, unanimously approving crucial funding and resolutions during their recent meeting.

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Syracuse allocates funding for domestic violence emergency shelters and permanent housing projects Syracuse funds domestic violence shelters and permanent housing to increase community support services.

Tompkins County is stepping up to tackle homelessness with innovative funding for emergency shelters and permanent housing, prioritizing support for vulnerable populations like domestic violence victims.

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Ithaca Council proposes accessory dwelling units and flood insurance changes Ithaca Common Council considers accessory dwelling units legislation and new FEMA flood insurance maps.

Ithaca is poised for change with new housing initiatives and flood management strategies that could reshape the community landscape!

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