Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tompkins County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in general with critical priority
2027 County Budget and 2027-2031 Capital Program
The committee was scheduled to consider adopting the 2027 county budget and the 2027–2031 capital program, which set county spending and infrastructure priorities for the next five years.
Center of Government Project
Facilities Director Arel LeMaro walked through the nearly final design: which departments go where, geothermal heating, rooftop solar, and a bid schedule with bids due in early January and award in February. Members pressed on parking losses, the grand jury room location, and salvaging materials before demolition.