Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Rebecca T. Kennis’s organization
Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Broome County Legislature Regular Session
The Legislature addressed numerous resolutions, including authorizing grant renewals for various public health, social services, and educational programs, such as the School Resource Officer program, the Quality Improvement for Family Court Representation, and the County Reentry Task Force. They approved adjustments to budgets for mental health and overdose prevention programs, authorized professional service agreements for engineering and healthcare liaison services, ratified a labor agreement with the Broome Administrative and Professional Association, and accepted grants for public library initiatives and stormwater mapping projects.
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The discussion focused on a new initiative to address the rise in illegal operation of electric bicycles, e-scooters, e-motorcycles, and dirt bikes throughout the community. Law enforcement officials clarified the regulations regarding these vehicles, emphasizing that many off-road models are prohibited on public roadways. The Sheriff and town leadership highlighted an increase in public complaints, damage to parks, and safety concerns, announcing a shift toward targeted enforcement that may include the seizure of vehicles operated by juveniles in violation of state laws.
Jul 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Broome County Legislature Regular Session
The Legislature confirmed various appointments, including to the Library Board of Trustees and the Family Violence Prevention Council. Several grant agreements and program budget renewals were approved, covering initiatives such as the Summer Youth Employment Program, Tobacco Control, HazMat Homeland Security, Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE), and multiple Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act programs. The meeting also addressed contractual amendments for engineering services, airport marketing, website hosting, and the renewal of a professional hockey franchise agreement. Additionally, there were resolutions authorizing personnel changes in the District Attorney's office, solar credit agreements, and various budget amendments for capital improvements, mental health, and opioid settlement fund initiatives, alongside the ratification of a labor agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association.
Jun 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Broome County Legislature Regular Session
The Legislature held a public hearing regarding the SUNY Broome 2026-2027 recommended budget. Key actions included approving various agreements, such as those for inmate telephone and tablet services, economic development and community project funding, and leasing space at the public library. Several resolutions were passed concerning grant renewals and acceptances for family-centered case management, public health emergency preparedness, and the Ticket to Work program. Additionally, the meeting addressed personnel change requests across multiple county departments, the sale and tax correction of county-owned properties, and the formal adoption of the SUNY Broome operating budget. Legislators also discussed the recent Authorities Budget Office audit report of the Broome County Industrial Development Agency and Broome County Local Development Corporation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
