Tioga County has received a major grant that could help build a new county office building in the future.
According to News Channel 34, the county is getting $1 million to purchase and demolish the former Walgreens building on Main Street.
The funds are coming from the New York County Infrastructure Grant Program.
Plans for a new county office building are still in the preliminary phase. However, the hope is to move out of the current building at 56 Main Street and into a brand-new county office building in the future.
The property where the new county office building would be located was put on the market last year.
Here is a the complete press release from the county on receiving the grant:
Tioga County is proud to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of the New York State County Infrastructure Grant, a competitive funding initiative from the Governor’s Office designed to support strategic infrastructure investments across the state. The Tioga County Legislature is always looking for ways to improve services for the public and to maximize the resources available to the County – this funding, while awarded by the Governor’s Office far sooner than anticipated, marks a critical opportunity for infrastructure enhancement and improvement of services in the County.
County Administrator Jackson D. Bailey II expressed the County’s appreciation, stating:
“We are honored to receive this important grant award and thank New York State for its continued support of County-level infrastructure improvements. This funding presents a significant opportunity for Tioga County to invest in long-term projects that will strengthen our public services and facilities.”
While the County is excited to be selected for this funding opportunity, it is important for the public to understand that the project is still in the early stages of planning and acquisition. The County Legislature and County Administrator are actively engaged in due diligence, including evaluating potential opportunities, and outlining future steps to ensure that any investment is responsible, sustainable and aligned with the best interest of Tioga County residents.
“The Legislature and County Administrator are committed to responsible planning and transparency” said Martha Sauerbrey, Legislative Chair. “We are taking a thoughtful and measured approach to ensure that any proposed project is fiscally responsible, strategically beneficial, and in the best interest of the public.”
Tioga County looks forward to working closely with state partners, local stakeholders, and the public as plans continue to evolve.
