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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chemung County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Airport Facility Tour and FBO Review
Legislators requested a coordinated tour of the county airport and fixed-base operators (FBOs) to better understand local aviation operations.
Chemung County Microenterprise Assistance Program CDBG Update
Chemung County is wrapping up a $300,000 state grant program that helped local small businesses with up to $25,000 each for equipment and working capital. The initiative successfully supported 10 businesses outside of Elmira and helped create or save 28 jobs.
Lecom Center Redevelopment Success
The board recognized the successful transformation of the Lecom Center, which was previously a dark and vandalized facility before being taken over and revitalized by the IDA and the Stemmerman family, bringing new jobs and tax revenue to the community.
2026 Elmira Corning Regional Airport Rates and Charges
The county proposed new airline rates and charges for the Elmira Corning Regional Airport for 2026. No members of the public offered comments during the hearing.