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Our weekly #OswegoCounty protest was joined by #CayugaCounty protesters this week. #NY24 - Claudia Tenney supports trump’s immigration policy. #DumpTenney2026 @indivisible.org
September 7, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Cayuga County is pushing for stronger regulations on data centers, demanding a one-year moratorium and public hearings to protect local communities from excessive energy use and environmental impacts.

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Cayuga County urges governor to sign Responsible Data Center Development Act
A walk-on resolution urging Governor Oak to sign the Responsible Data Center Development Act passed with one abstention; sponsors cited concerns about energy, water use, noise and local environmental review and asked the state to require public hearings and community benefits for centers above 20 MW.
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September 25, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Cayuga County residents are raising their voices against Sheriff Skank's controversial support for a lawsuit that many say erodes trust within immigrant communities and threatens public safety.

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Residents and county employees criticize sheriff for joining lawsuit against Local Cops/Local Crimes Act
Multiple public commenters told the Cayuga County Legislature that Sheriff Skank's decision to join a lawsuit challenging the Local Cops/Local Crimes Act undermines immigrant trust and may reduce crime reporting; speakers cited a local factory raid and a reported NYCLU class-action filing as evidence of coordinated federal-local enforcement problems.
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September 25, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Today's #rearwindowbillboard
I write a new message on my car daily to protest against the #Felon47 regime. As I drive around #CNY #OnondagaCounty #CayugaCounty #syracuse I get beeps & 👋 of encouragement, & I get 🖕🏼 from those who think I'm Number 1! 😃 #RESIST
March 19, 2025 at 5:46 PM
This property is available after all! The first offer fell through, so take a look at this historic home on nearly 9 acres. Buyer's agents welcome. Kristopher Buchan, Lic RE Broker, #TompkinsCortlandRealEstate #realestate #lockeNY #Realtor #CayugaCounty
February 4, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Cayuga County is taking bold steps to improve mental health and public health services, including a groundbreaking satellite clinic for students that promises to enhance accessibility while generating significant Medicaid revenue.

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County Legislators Approve Public Health Staffing and Funding Resolutions
Legislators authorize new health department positions and transfer funds for psychiatric care.
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September 19, 2025 at 2:32 PM
To Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck I say prove it or you’re nothing more than another lying fascist scumbag betraying his sworn oath to protect the Constitution. #CayugaCounty
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Owners of Central NY factory raided by federal agents shocked: ‘We feel terrorized’
Agents took away 70 of the 150 individuals working at the time at the Cayuga County factory that makes snack and nutrition bars.
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September 6, 2025 at 12:22 AM
#NY band declawing. And now #Cayugacounty is doing an animal abuse registry. Honestly if you declawed your car you belong on that list. archive.ph/Yfj9z
November 3, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Is Metallica the biggest musical act to ever perform in Cayuga County? #music #concert #cayugacounty #metallica #liveperformance NoMagaNews.com
April 3, 2025 at 9:15 PM
We have to support public schools, and the federal government should not be in the business of subsidizing private education.
March 12, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Cayuga County's Human Services/Public Safety committee just approved crucial contracts and upgrades, paving the way for enhanced emergency services and social support programs!

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Cayuga County HHS committee approves routine contracts, leases and program renewals
At its first 2026 meeting, the Cayuga County Human Services/Public Safety committee approved a slate of routine resolutions including contracts for emergency communications, fire mutual aid plan, probation monitoring, shelter services and multiple social-services agreements; most passed by voice vote.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Cayuga County is gearing up to save $40,000 for new electric vehicle charging stations while pivoting its solar project to a ground-mounted array—could this be the future of clean energy in our parks?

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Cayuga County to apply for $40,000 rebate for planned EV charging stations; solar array relocated to ground-mount
The county plans to apply for about $40,000 in rebates for three EV charging stations (six ports) and to reallocate previously awarded clean-energy solar funds to a ground-mounted array at Emerson Park after motor-pool roof delays.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Cayuga County legislators have given the green light to essential resolutions that pave the way for significant maintenance projects and budget preparations for the upcoming year.

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Cayuga County Legislature approves routine resolutions including vendor extensions, tax warrant date and organizational meeting schedule
The Legislature voted to approve minutes, multiple routine resolutions and several contract and budget items, including an HHW vendor extension, a SUNY capital chargeback match and scheduling of the tax-warrant publication and the Jan. 2, 2026 organizational meeting. Vote tallies recorded as 'Aye' with no roll-call names in the transcript.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Cayuga County is seizing the opportunity to create a comprehensive broadband plan after the state ended its regional contract, paving the way for improved connectivity without financial risk.

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After regional contract ends, Cayuga County will seek ConnectAll planning grant for broadband
County staff said the state terminated the regional-planning contract for a multi-county broadband build; the county will apply for a planning grant through the state's ConnectAll office to develop a countywide broadband deployment plan and explore ownership models with no immediate financial risk.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Cayuga County's emergency services just secured a $490,000 grant and reported a surge in water-related incidents, including two drownings and a boat collision this summer!

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Cayuga County emergency services report higher water‑rescue demand, $490,000 EMS grant accepted
Riley Shurtleff, county emergency services coordinator, told the committee the office will present an updated mutual aid plan in January, reported a $490,000 no‑match Bureau of EMS grant and said the county logged about 141 dispatches this year including 14 water emergencies and a boat collision on Cayuga Lake.
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December 14, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Cayuga County is set to accept $69,440 in state funding for a crucial eviction prevention program as the HEAP season kicks off amidst rising homelessness.

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Cayuga County to accept state shelter‑arrears funding; HEAP season opens Dec. 1
Social Services reported the county accepted state funds for a shelter‑arrears/eviction prevention program (amount cited in the meeting at roughly $69,440), and announced the regular HEAP season opened Dec. 1; officials also noted rising homelessness and emergency housing demand under 'code blue' conditions.
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December 13, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Cayuga County is halting new childcare assistance applications due to a looming funding crisis that could leave families without support by April 2026.

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Cayuga County to stop approving new childcare‑assistance applications after Nov. 17 amid funding shortfall
Social Services informed the Health & Human Services committee it will not approve new childcare assistance enrollments because the county’s $2,610,824 allocation likely won’t cover demand through the federal fiscal year; staff estimate funds could run out by April 2026.
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December 13, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Cayuga County has taken a bold step to protect animals by establishing a registry for individuals convicted of animal abuse, preventing them from owning pets in the future.

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Cayuga County adopts local law creating animal‑abuse registry
Following a public hearing, the Cayuga County Legislature adopted a local law to establish an animal‑abuse registry and to prohibit animal ownership by certain convicted offenders after an amendment to clarify subsection lettering was approved.
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December 13, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Cayuga County's Legislature has taken significant steps to amend the budget, restore vital museum funding, and set the stage for a crucial sewer district referendum—what does this mean for the community?

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Votes at a glance: Cayuga County budget amendments, sewer‑district referendum arrangements, and personnel changes
On Dec. 11 the Cayuga County Legislature approved a set of budget amendments and committee bundles: a $30,000 transfer from contingency to restore part‑time museum staffing, ways‑and‑means and departmental bundles, a motion to set a sewer‑district referendum (with up to $15,000 in referendum costs to be reimbursed by the Water & Sewer Authority and a reserve to rescind if a $15 million grant is delayed), and assorted personnel restorations and position authorizations.
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December 13, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Cayuga County legislators have taken a stand against "excessive and unwarranted" immigration enforcement, calling for respect of constitutional rights after residents voiced their concerns during a recent meeting.

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Cayuga County Legislature adopts resolution opposing ‘excessive, unwarranted’ immigration enforcement
After extensive public comment about a June raid in Cato, the Cayuga County Legislature on Dec. 11 approved a resolution expressing opposition to what speakers called excessive and unwarranted immigration enforcement and urging local law enforcement to exercise prosecutorial discretion and protect constitutional rights.
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December 13, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Cayuga County residents rallied against proposed staffing cuts to the planning office, warning it could jeopardize millions in grants and vital community projects.

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Public urges Cayuga County to restore planning staff; legislature votes to bring back partial GIS post
Public testimony warned that cuts to the county planning office will undermine grant applications, water protection and downtown revitalization. In response, the legislature approved restoring 0.6 FTE of a senior GIS specialist to preserve mandated mapping services.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Cayuga County's 2026 budget approval sparks fierce debate over tax hikes and potential staff cuts, raising concerns about the future of essential public services.

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Cayuga County Legislature approves 2026 budget after contentious debate over tax hikes and staff cuts
After hours of public comment and debate over proposed tax increases and staffing cuts—especially to the planning office—the Cayuga County Legislature adopted its 2026 operating budget. Lawmakers rejected a smaller alternative tax increase and approved a package of year‑end motions and staffing adjustments.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:08 AM
Cayuga County's budget debate heats up as a $1.7 million increase in foster care costs sparks fierce scrutiny over potential service cuts and tax implications!

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Ways & Means reviews tentative 2026 budget as foster care, staffing and security cuts draw scrutiny
Cayuga County's Ways & Means committee held an extended review of the tentative 2026 budget, focusing on a $1.7 million local-share increase for foster care, proposed staff reductions, cuts to professional-services lines (including security) and debate over how the effective tax rate is presented.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM