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January 20, 2023
 

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Livingston County Board of Supervisors Announces ARPA Allocations


The Livingston County Board of Supervisors recently announced the allocation of nearly $2.9 million as part of its multi-year spending plan of one-time federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) stimulus funds. 


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County Receives $500,000 in Federal Funding to Support Small Business Growth


Livingston County’s economic development goals will take a big step forward in 2023 and beyond after U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand secured $500,000 in federal funding to support a County-led initiative focused on the creation, growth and advocacy for small businesses.


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Veterans in Suicide Crisis can go to VA or Non-VA Healthcare Facility for Free Emergency Care


Veterans in acute suicidal crisis can now go to any VA or non-VA health care facility for emergency health care at no cost – including inpatient or crisis residential care for up to 30 days and outpatient care for up to 90 days. Veterans do not need to be enrolled in the VA system to use this benefit.


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Livingston County Seeks Community Feedback on Opioids


The Livingston County Department of Health (LCDOH) is conducting a survey to gather community opinions on the opioid epidemic and its effects on Livingston County. Many counties in New York State, including Livingston County will receive settlement funding intended to improve challenges faced as a result of substance abuse and mental health. It is important that these improvements proceed with guidance from residents.



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Gov. Hochul Urges Recipients of Government Assistance to Protect Themselves Against Card Skimming


Governor Kathy Hochul urges New Yorkers who receive government assistance via an Electronic Benefit Transfer card to take steps to protect themselves from criminals who have been using "skimming" devices to steal the benefits


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January Marks National Birth Defects Awareness Month


January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month and Livingston County is encouraging residents to take action to bolster their own health while helping to ensure a healthy start for their child.


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Livingston County Invests in Local OWWL Libraries with $100K Budget Allocation


Livingston County is proud to help support the OWWL Library System through a $100,000 funding allocation included in the County’s 2023 budget.


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Soil and Water Conservation District Accepting Order Forms for Tree and Shrub Seedling Program


Now in its 81st year, the Livingston County Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting orders as part of its Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedling Program.


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County Encouraging Residents to Schedule Eye Exams as Part of Glaucoma Awareness Month


January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month – a time when all Americans are encouraged to spread word about this sight-stealing disease and schedule a routine eye exam.


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County Named a Clean Energy Community by NYSERDA


Livingston County was recently named a Clean Energy Community by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) following its efforts to create a healthy sustainable environment through investments in future-focused clean energy solutions.


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Sheriff’s Office to Fight Domestic Terrorism with New Threat Assessment Team


The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office has received more than $172,000 from the Department of Homeland Security’s Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant Program for the creation and administration of a new County-wide Threat Assessment Management Team (TAMT).


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Department of Homeland Security Extends Deadline to Obtain REAL ID


Passed by Congress in 2005 following a 9/11 Commission recommendation, the REAL ID Act establishes minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards.


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Area Resident Donates $20,523 to County Dog Control


The Livingston County Board of Supervisors voted Wednesday, December 21 on behalf of the County’s Dog Control office to accept a $20,523 donation from the estate of former area resident Edward J. Sick.


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County Awarded Grant for Mobile and Manufactured Home Replacement Project


The New York State Office of Community Renewal recently announced that Livingston County has been awarded $550,000 in funding through its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), which will be used to fund a Mobile and Manufactured Home Replacement Project in partnership with Cattaraugus Community Action, Inc. (CCA) and the Livingston County Land Bank Corporation.


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Tinelli Recognized by New York State for Outstanding Contributions to Emergency Medical Services


Another member of the Livingston County family was recognized for their dedication and expertise as Samuel Tinelli of the County’s Emergency Medical Services was presented with the Harriet C. Weber EMS Leadership Award at the New York State Bureau of EMS Vital Signs Conference in October.


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Visit LivCo Offers Guide to Winter Wonderland in Livingston County


It’s official. We blinked and fall has given way to winter in Livingston County, but don’t despair. Visit LivCo recently released its annual Winter Guide packed with useful information, activities and outdoor ideas to keep you active and engaged all winter long while taking in the many destinations that the County has to offer.


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County Piloting New Way to Take Civil Service Exam for Correctional Officers


Livingston County is looking to fill numerous Correctional Officer vacancies and is pioneering what it hopes will become a new tool in its recruitment efforts. Livingston County is one of just 12 counties from across New York State selected to participate in a newly formed test format by the New York State Civil Service Department.


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Empire Access Set to Begin Broadband Construction in Livingston County


Livingston County, in partnership with Empire Access, is pleased to report that groundwork for delivering affordable high-speed broadband internet connection to every address in the County as part of the Light Up Livingston initiative has begun and construction is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2023. 


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New Photo Galleries Available!


The #LivCo Historian’s Office has an improved online photo gallery, which showcases a sampling of the thousands of photographs in its archives. Let the County Historian’s Office know if there is something special you’re looking for.


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