Legislator District 4· 2026-04-27 - 2026-12-31 (appointed by Legislature resolution at special meeting held April 27, 2026 to fill the vacancy left by Joseph C. Brennan, per WENY; Charter Section 205 appointee serves until the commencement of the calendar year after the first General Election, term up December 31 per WENY)
Joseph W. Atkinson III
Chemung County
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 22:38
- Avg per meeting
- 3:14
- Segments
- 359
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Top issues during term (20)
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Owner-Occupied Critical Repair Program
Affects the distribution of grant funds for home repairs like roof replacements.
County Annual Financial Audit and Process Findings
Reflects the IDA's financial position, including a $2 million decrease in total assets and reduced project-based revenue.
Recurrent Energy HB1 Solar Project & Big Flats Impact Fee
Potential land acquisition and lease revenue for the agency if the project proves feasible.
Permanently Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption
Could reduce property tax revenue for the county, municipalities, and school districts depending on local adoption and the exact number of eligible veterans.
Elmira Corning Regional Airport Runway Rehabilitation
Approximately $11.4 million funded largely through FAA grants.
2027 CCRC Operating Budget
Total revenues and expenditures are balanced at $10,000 for the 2027 fiscal year.
CCIDA 2027 Proposed Budget
Establishes the agency's operational spending and revenue targets at $815,000 for fiscal year 2027.
2027 Budget Process and Sales Tax Distribution
Involves the county's $70+ million annual sales tax revenue stream and municipal budget planning.
New Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Elmira
Aimed at reducing community healthcare costs through increased federal reimbursements.
Proposed Chemung County Comprehensive Plan
Adoption unlocks eligibility for state and federal grants.
County Employee Wages and Staffing Shortages
Allows project progression valued at tens of millions in construction activity.
Ethics Complaint Against Legislator Brent Stermer
Incubator Works Funding Renewal
$100,000 annually from the county budget.
Southport Corners Senior Housing Project Assignment
Property sale proceeds of approximately $190,000 to $200,000 to the IDA upon sale.
Cornell Cooperative Extension & Energy Warriors Program
CCE is requesting a 4% increase in its county appropriation for the 2027 budget.
Landfill Operations and Gas Recovery System
Generates over $75,000 annually plus percentage revenues from gas production.
Proposed Junkyard Near Ernie Davis Legends Hall
Potential negative impacts on tourism revenue and surrounding property values.
Tanglewood Walkway and Tourism Development
Substantial capital investment already committed to the walkway project.
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Update
The FQHC initiative brings $650,000 annually to support the local healthcare system.
Decisions during term (151)
Recorded while III was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Aviation Committee De-icing Bids and Project Approvals
Buildings and Grounds Committee Maintenance Agreements
Health and Human Services Committee Burial Policy Tabled
Multi-Services Committee Sewer Change Orders and IT Agreements
Personnel Committee Insurance Rates and Staffing Approvals
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approval of Financial Report
Approval of Schuyler Street Cleanout Bid
Extension of Home Program Option Agreement
Increase Arbor Housing Expenditure Limit
Call to Order and Minutes Approval
Approval of September 17, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Acceptance of September 2026 Financial Report
Adoption of Proposed 2027 Budget
Initial Resolution for Evan Hill Properties, LLC Project
Final Project Resolution for Izzard's Development LLC
Ratification of Agency Checks
Adjournment
Approval of October 9 Meeting Minutes
Approval of Proposed 2027 CCIDA Budget
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