Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Sullivan County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in development with high priority
Economic development pipeline
Sullivan County added jobs faster than anywhere in the region (3.6%), and the Partnership reports 17 committed projects totaling nearly $1 billion and 1,500 jobs — but workforce housing (only ~300 units in the pipeline) remains a bottleneck.
Sullivan County Land Bank affordable housing work
The Land Bank has completed four affordable homes at $275,000 and is turning Monticello's historic Strong and KeyBank buildings into 16 affordable apartments plus commercial space. The committee advanced county funding to keep it going.
Building slowdown and infrastructure gaps
Building permits are down — some towns report 60% fewer than last year — and the Treasurer blames missing water and sewer infrastructure, rising construction costs, and local moratoriums. Six approved Thompson projects can't break ground for lack of infrastructure.