@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialDemand for the Tompkins County 211 contact center has surged by 13%, highlighting critical community needs for housing and transportation.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialThe Department of Social Services is bracing for a $740,000 local cost increase due to federal funding cuts, but they're also proposing strategic new hires to maintain oversight and efficiency.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialMeasles cases are rising in upstate New York, but Tompkins County remains safe—are you and your loved ones vaccinated?
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County faces a $1.159 million cut in Code Blue funding, but core services will continue despite staffing changes and pay reductions for resident assistants.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialConfirmed measles cases are on the rise in Upstate New York, sparking urgent calls for MMR vaccinations as a crucial defense against this outbreak.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialCornell researchers have unveiled alarming findings about Tompkins County's high cost of living, revealing that thousands of workers are struggling with wages far below the living wage threshold of $25.08.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County Whole Health is tackling a surge in rabies exposure cases, requesting $47,000 to ensure vital post-exposure treatments are available after a shocking increase from 106 to 171 cases this August.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County is launching a crucial climate action plan, seeking community input on urgent issues like flooding, heat waves, and the needs of vulnerable populations.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialShifting airport parking management in-house not only boosted revenue by $372,000 but also unveiled financial challenges ahead with rising TSA costs and debt-service transfers.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County is facing a $10 increase in the solid-waste annual fee, raising eyebrows as legislators question the fairness of burdening residents while professional haulers seem to get off easy.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County's Board of Elections is rolling out new security measures and operational procedures to ensure a smooth and secure voting process this November!
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County is considering a groundbreaking "homestead option" that could reshape property tax rates and preserve the balance between residential and non-residential properties ahead of a major reassessment in 2029.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County is embarking on a massive $129.5 million plan for facility upgrades, but unexpected challenges like asbestos discoveries are reshaping the timeline and scope of these critical projects.
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@citizenptnewsny.bsky.socialTompkins County is facing a staggering 11.96% property tax levy increase in the proposed 2027 budget, raising questions about fiscal sustainability and community impact.
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