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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tompkins County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2027 County Budget and 2027-2031 Capital Program
The county set an October 27 public hearing on the 2027 budget and capital program, with adoption required by December 10. The expanded budget committee is still hearing from departments before amendment votes.
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.