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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tompkins County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Food Security and Food Bank Services
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier laid out how much food assistance it delivers in Tompkins County, where the food comes from, and what grants could expand the work — a snapshot of the local safety net as needs grow.
Office for the Aging Relocation to Dutch Mill Road
COFA is packing up for its move to Dutch Mill Road; the committee made supporting a smooth transition a 2026 priority so seniors aren't disrupted.
City-county collaboration on shared services and regional parks
Ithaca City Council liaison Margaret Fabricio pitched regular city-county meetings and steady regional funding for shared amenities like Cass Park, Stewart Park, and the Waterfront Trail. Chair Black announced a new monthly city-county work group and weekly calls with the mayor.