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…
Greene County Honored with 2021 NYSAC Pioneer Award
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…
Greene County Legislature 2021 Exceptional Service Awards
On Wednesday, June 16th, the Greene County Legislature proudly announced the Employees of the Year and Chairman’s Award winners for 2021. 2021 Employee of the Year Co-Winners are Heather Buffa, Mental Health – Director of Clinical Services, and Amanda…
Notice of Public Hearing – Local Law Introductory #2 of 2021
NYS Officially Lifts Most COVID-19 Restrictions
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…
Federal ARPA Recovery Stimulus Funding for Greene County
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…
Greene County Initiates Broadband Survey
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…
Greene County Now Allowing 12 &13 Year-Old Deer Hunters Firearms
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…
Public Hearing on Community Development Block Grant Program Set for May 19th
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING GREENE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM 2020 CDBG-CV FUNDING ROUND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that there will be a Public Hearing on an application for funding from Greene County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)…
Draft – Local Solid Waste Management Plan
Draft LSWM Plan, April 2021