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Greene County Planning Board seeks nominations for Ellen Rettus Planning Achievement Awards

The Greene County Planning Board is soliciting nominations for the Ellen Rettus Planning Achievement Awards, which will honor worthwhile planning, community and economic development activities that have taken place in Greene County over the past three years.  Awards will be

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Greene County Establishes Animal Abuse Registry

As part of the Wednesday, July 21st meeting of Greene County Legislature, Local Law No. 2 of 2021 – Establishing A County-Wide Animal Abuse Registry was enacted by a vote of 13 – 0 with 1 absent. This registry falls

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Greene County Legislature Supporting Small Businesses

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

Posted in Economic Development & Tourism

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

Posted in Government Operations

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

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Notice of Public Hearing – Local Law Introductory #2 of 2021

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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

Posted in COVID-19 News & Updates

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

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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

Posted in Economic Development & Tourism

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

Posted in County Resources, County Services