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2027 Budget Information and Documents

Published on September 01, 2026

Visit the budget page tcgov.co/budget to find 2027 budget information and documents.

Local Elections Basics #3: How ballots are secured and counted

Published on October 13, 2026

Every valid ballot matters, whether it is cast during early voting, on Election Day, by early mail, or by absentee ballot. The Board of Elections follows documented bipartisan procedures for receiving, securing, transporting, and canvassing ballots. Paper ballots and records provide the evidence needed to check the count.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Closings and Recycling Collection Schedule

Published on October 07, 2026

The Tompkins County Department of Recycling and Materials Management (TCRMM) office will be closed Monday, October 12, and will reopen Tuesday, October 13, during regular hours. However, the Recycling and Solid Waste Center (RSWC) will remain open as usual on Monday, October 12.
There will be curbside recycling collection on Monday, October 12. Recycling pickup will occur as usual.

Join TCWH in Recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Oct)

Published on October 06, 2026

Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) is joining community partners to recognize National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and to specifically highlight sexual violence. Domestic violence and sexual assault affect individuals of all ages, genders, races, backgrounds, and socioeconomic status. These forms of violence have long-term impacts on survivors, children and families, and communities.

Local Elections #2: Who runs local elections,protects voting equipment

Published on October 05, 2026

The Tompkins County Board of Elections administers local elections under State and federal requirements. The Board is led by commissioners from the two major political parties, and bipartisan teams carry out key parts of election administration.

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Health Alert: Local Rise in Whooping Cough & Walking Pneumonia Cases (11/6/2024) Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) is alerting the community to a recent increase in the number of people becoming ill from two different bacterial respiratory illnesses: Pertussis (commonly known as Whooping Cough), and M. pneumoniae (commonly known as Walking Pneumonia).
Health Alert: E. coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots (11/19/2024) Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) is alerting the community to a recall on multiple sizes and brands of organic whole and baby carrots which were sold at grocery stores in our region (including Wegmans, Trader Joe’s, Tops and GreenStar Food Co-op). The carrots have been linked to an outbreak of E. coli from bagged organic whole and baby carrots from a single supplier.
TCWH Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of the C.A.R.E. Team (11/4/2024) In August 2023, the C.A.R.E. Team (Crisis Alternative Response and Engagement), a co-response partnership between Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) and the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, was launched as an effort to divert community members from the criminal justice system in response to crisis calls.
Health Alert: TCEH Seeks Info About a Dog Bite (11/12/2024) Tompkins County Whole Health’s Environmental Health Division (EH) must locate a dog that bit a person on Monday, November 11, 2024, at approximately 3:15 PM, near the UPS Store at 407 College Avenue, Ithaca. The person was bit on their hand and ankle when they retrieved a glove they had dropped. EH seeks to verify the biting dog’s vaccination status.
TCEH Seeks Information About a Dog Bite at Taughannock State Park TCWH EH must locate a dog that bit a person on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at approximately 10:30AM, in the North Point area of Taughannock State Park (1740 Taughannock Blvd, Trumansburg). The person was bit as they assisted in capturing a dog that had escaped the dog’s sitter.
Breast Cancer Screening & Early Detection Saves Lives Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) is sharing with the community about low or no-cost breast cancer screenings available in Tompkins County this month as part of Breast Cancer Awareness month.
LEAD POISONING PREVENTION WEEK: OCTOBER 20 - OCTOBER 26, 2024 For this year’s National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW), Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) invites the community to join us for an educational event in partnership with Eco-Testing and the Ithaca ReUse Center. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 22, from 2:30 pm-5:00 pm at the ReUse Center’s downtown location (214 Elmira Road, Ithaca). This event is free and open to the public.
Health Alert: Say “Boo” to the Flu! Early Fall Vaccination Recommendat Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) is alerting the community of the importance of prioritizing flu (influenza) vaccinations in early fall and invites the community to join us in saying “BOO to the FLU!” this year.
Foster Care Recruitment & Retention, Adoption and Post-Finalization
Food Assistance (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Youth and Family Services
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Temporary Assistance
Financial and Emergency Assistance
Medicaid
Emergency Assistance
Child Care Assistance Program
Fire & EMS For Fire & EMS Training Schedule, please visit:
https://sites.google.com/view/tcemstraining/home
911 Emergency Communications Center
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
CAPS Evaluations and In Home Fall Safety Assessments
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Property Taxes How to pay property taxes
Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax
Local Mental Health Resources Local mental health resources and providers support people in our community who are experiencing mental health crisis or mental health-related distress. Whole Health's Mental Health Services has compiled a listing of Mental Health Resources.
Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) is a comprehensive recovery-oriented program for adults with severe mental illness.
Finance Department The Finance Department contains the Treasury Division, Accounting Division, and Purchasing Division.
Sheriff's Office Stay informed about the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office and its commitment to community safety! Discover resources, crime prevention tips, and services designed to keep our community secure.
Construction and Hauling Permits
County Road Projects
County Bridges
County Roads
Soil and Water Conservation District The Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is one of 58 Soil and Water Conservation District's located across New York State.
2027-2037 Housing Strategy
Emergency Preparedness
Whole Health Our mission is to build a healthy, equitable community in Tompkins County by addressing the root causes of health disparities and integrating mental, physical and environmental health.
Highway Department The mission of the Highway Department is to provide highway and bridge construction, maintenance, and emergency services safely, effectively, and efficiently for our local and traveling public customers, while promoting self-esteem and growth as individuals.
Procedure for Obtaining a Permit to Construct an OWTS
Temporary Food Permit
Employment Opportunities Find the right career for you and be invited to apply for jobs based on your interest and experience
Fair Housing
Drinking Water
Climate Adaptation and Resiliency
Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Transportation
Water Resources
Housing
Job Seeker Services
Disability Services
Employer Services
Pistol Permits
District Attorney The Tompkins County District Attorney’s Office is responsible for the promotion of public safety through the prosecution of criminal offenses defined under State law, committed within Tompkins County.
Find a Job
Youth Employment (Ages 14-24)
Youth Services The Tompkins County Youth Services Department invests time, resources and funding in communities to enable all youth to thrive in school, work and life.
Immunization & Vaccines
Oral Health At Tompkins County Whole Health, we believe in the power of a healthy smile. Our mission is to improve your health by providing you with oral health tips, resources, and information about dental care providers and dental insurance options. Your smile matters, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Healthy Neighborhoods Program The Healthy Neighborhoods Program (HNP) provides free home safety visits to promote healthy homes. HNP is part of the Health Promotion Program at the Tompkins County Health Department, and is funded by a grant from the New York State Department of Health.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) improves the health and nutrition of parents and their children during pregnancy and early childhood.
Moms PLUS+ Moms PLUS+ — Parent Pregnancy & Lactation United Services — is a home visiting nurse program that provides maternal child health supportive services, free of cost, to residents of Tompkins County regardless of insurance status. Moms PLUS + is designed to improve equitable access to quality maternal child health care, increase lactation support for parents choosing to breast and chest feed.
Children with Special Care Needs (CSCN)
Community Health Services Our Community Health Services Team works collaboratively to support the health and well-being of our community by providing multiple programs and services to Tompkins County residents.
Public Health Preparedness
Mental Health Services The Mission of Tompkins County Mental Health Services is to meet the needs of the residents of Tompkins County in the areas of mental health, developmental disabilities, and chemical dependency by providing prevention and early detection, comprehensively planned care, treatment, and rehabilitation services.
Assessment This office was consolidated in 1970 to provide the highest possible service at the lowest possible cost to the residents of Tompkins County. Our office is dedicated to ensuring that all properties are assessed at a uniform percentage of market value.
Health Insurance Information, Counseling, and Assistance Program