Decade-Long Extended Shift May End for Broome 911 Dispatchers
The first person many Broome County residents talk to in an emergency situation could be less tired in the future under plans to return 911 dispatchers to a standard 8-hour day.
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Mayor David Proposes Property Tax Cut, Zero Sewer Rate Increase
Property owners in the City of Binghamton are due to pay less in taxes next year and get a promise from the Mayor for a 0% increase in their sewer fee.
Proposed Broome Budget Cuts Taxes, Hires Deputies
Broome County legislators are going over the County Executive’s latest spending plan ahead of budget hearings.
Broome Fund Balance Grows in Leaps and Bounds
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar says the County’s finances are healthier with the fund balance now grown to 25 times its size in 2017.
Owego Apalachin Considers Budget Vote Re-Do
The Owego Apalachin School District Board of Education is taking into consideration the next steps following the May 21 defeat of the proposed school budget.
Lt. Gov. Gives Budget Talk in Broome
New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul is in Broome County April 17 to present her boss’ budget plan to the Southern Tier.
Some Property Owners May Not Get STAR Checks
The newly adopted New York State budget includes some changes to a popular property tax rebate program which may mean some homeowners won't get a check anymore.
New York Has New Budget & Plastic Bag Ban
New York State lawmakers announce agreement on a $175.5 billion spending proposal that includes a ban on single-use plastic bags.
Back Seat Buckle Up
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is looking to require all occupants of vehicles wear safety restraints, including adults in the rear seats.
Community Groups to Hold State Budget Forum in Binghamton
A public discussion in Binghamton on state spending priorities and campaign financing is being sponsored by several organizations.