Cortland County Legislature

Cortland County Legislature The Cortland County Legislature is the governing body that establishes policies and procedures. The legislature encourages community involvement on the posts.

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đź“… Legislative Session ReminderThe Cortland County Legislature will hold its regular Legislative Session tomorrow evening...
08/26/2026

đź“… Legislative Session Reminder

The Cortland County Legislature will hold its regular Legislative Session tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM in the Legislative Chambers, located at:

60 Central Ave., Suite 308
Cortland, NY 13045

Residents can view the meeting agenda and supporting materials online at:
https://cortlandcony.portal.civicclerk.com/

While you’re there, sign up for notifications to receive meeting notices and agendas directly and stay informed about upcoming Cortland County Legislature meetings.

Join community partners from across Cortland County for the Cortland County Health Resource Fair.Thursday, September 3, ...
08/26/2026

Join community partners from across Cortland County for the Cortland County Health Resource Fair.

Thursday, September 3, 2026
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cortland County Office Building Gym
60 Central Ave., Cortland, NY

This event is a great opportunity to connect with local organizations and learn more about available community health resources, including access to unclaimed funds, foster parent training, reproductive care, counselling, and more.

Meet Your Legislator: Christopher NewellChristopher Newell proudly serves as Legislator for Legislative District 11, rep...
08/18/2026

Meet Your Legislator: Christopher Newell

Christopher Newell proudly serves as Legislator for Legislative District 11, representing the Town of Cortlandville. Legislator Newell has served on the Cortland County Legislature since 2016, bringing years of experience in local government and community service to his role.

As a County Legislator, Legislator Newell works alongside his fellow legislators to review County operations, consider policy matters, make budget decisions, and support services that impact residents throughout Cortland County.

Legislator Newell currently serves on the Public Works Committee, Judiciary & Public Safety Committee, and Health & Human Services Committee of the Cortland County Legislature. He also serves as the legislative liaison to the Older Americans Act Advisory Council and the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board.

In addition to his legislative service, Legislator Newell is currently the Chair of the Cortlandville Planning Board, where he has been a member for more than 30 years. His long-standing involvement in local planning reflects a deep understanding of growth, development, infrastructure, and the needs of the community.

Through his service on the Legislature and his many years of involvement in local government, Legislator Newell remains committed to representing the residents of Cortlandville and supporting services and decisions that benefit Cortland County as a whole.

Legislator Newell has been a Cortland County resident since 1985 and worked for more than 30 years with Farm Credit East in Homer, NY as a tax consultant. He has also served as a ski instructor at Greek Peak since 1975 and volunteers with Lime Hollow Nature Center.

What do you think is important for residents to understand about local planning and growth?

Stay tuned as we continue our “Meet Your Legislator” series and introduce the members of the Cortland County Legislature who serve our communities.

📋 Finance & Administration Committee Meeting TomorrowThe Cortland County Legislature’s Finance & Administration Committe...
08/17/2026

đź“‹ Finance & Administration Committee Meeting Tomorrow

The Cortland County Legislature’s Finance & Administration Committee will meet tomorrow morning, Tuesday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m.

Members of the public can view the agenda and access the meeting link through the County’s CivicClerk portal:

https://cortlandcony.portal.civicclerk.com/event/104/files/agenda/7832

Stay informed about the issues being discussed by your County Legislature.

Myth vs. FactMYTH: Elections are run by the individual towns, villages, and the City of Cortland.FACT: The Cortland Coun...
08/14/2026

Myth vs. Fact

MYTH: Elections are run by the individual towns, villages, and the City of Cortland.

FACT: The Cortland County Board of Elections administers elections throughout Cortland County.

The Board of Elections maintains voter registration records, prepares ballots, coordinates polling sites and election inspectors, tests voting equipment, processes absentee and early mail ballots, reports election results, and carries out numerous other responsibilities required to conduct elections.

While your polling place may be located in your own community, there is a significant County operation working behind the scenes to make Election Day possible.

🗳️ Question: Which part of the election process would you be most interested in seeing behind the scenes?

Meet Your Legislator: Reed ClelandReed Cleland proudly serves as Legislator for Legislative District 10, representing po...
08/11/2026

Meet Your Legislator: Reed Cleland

Reed Cleland proudly serves as Legislator for Legislative District 10, representing portions of the Town of Homer and the Village of Homer.

A lifelong Homer resident and graduate of Homer Central School District, Legislator Cleland has been connected to local government from an early age. While in high school, he attended American Legion Boys’ State and interned for the Clerk of the Cortland County Legislature, experiences that helped shape his interest in public service.

Legislator Cleland holds an undergraduate degree from Colgate University and earned his Master’s in Public Administration from Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, with a focus in International Relations and National Security. He currently works in nonprofit administration for transportation demand management in Central New York, helping expand transportation options and access throughout the region.

As a County Legislator, Legislator Cleland serves on the Agriculture, Economic Development, Planning & Environment Committee and the Finance & Administration Committee of the Cortland County Legislature.

He also serves as the legislative liaison to the Tompkins Cortland Community College Board of Trustees and the Central New York Regional Planning & Development Board, and serves on the Cortland County Youth Board.

In addition to his legislative service, Legislator Cleland is a recent alumnus of the Cortland County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Cortland program and serves on the Boards of Directors for Cortland ReUse and Cortland Repertory Theatre.

Through his education, professional work, and community involvement, Legislator Cleland is passionate about advocating for residents who are often underrepresented or unheard in local government.

What local issues or services would you like to see more residents have a voice in?

Stay tuned as we continue our “Meet Your Legislator” series and introduce the members of the Cortland County Legislature who serve our communities.

Cortland County Legislature committee meetings were held this morning, with productive discussions on a number of items ...
08/11/2026

Cortland County Legislature committee meetings were held this morning, with productive discussions on a number of items moving through the legislative process.

Want to see what’s coming up next? Agendas and supporting materials for upcoming meetings are available through the County’s CivicClerk portal:

https://cortlandcony.portal.civicclerk.com/

Stay informed and follow the work of your County Legislature.

đź“… Cortland County Legislature Meetings Next WeekSeveral Cortland County Legislature committee meetings are scheduled for...
08/08/2026

đź“… Cortland County Legislature Meetings Next Week

Several Cortland County Legislature committee meetings are scheduled for next week.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and follow the work of County government. Meeting agendas, supporting documents, and meeting information are available through the County’s CivicClerk portal:

đź”— https://cortlandcony.portal.civicclerk.com/

Agendas are posted as they become available, so be sure to check the portal for the most up-to-date meeting information.

Your County Legislature meetings are open to the public, and we encourage residents to learn more about the issues and decisions being considered.

Myth vs. FactMYTH: The County budget is only prepared once a year and then never changes.FACT: The County budget is a li...
08/07/2026

Myth vs. Fact

MYTH: The County budget is only prepared once a year and then never changes.

FACT: The County budget is a living document.

Throughout the year, the Cortland County Legislature reviews budget amendments to account for grant awards, insurance recoveries, new state or federal funding, emergency expenses, and other unforeseen needs. Every budget amendment is considered publicly by the Legislature before funds can be appropriated or transferred.

This process helps ensure the budget remains accurate, transparent, and responsive to the County's changing needs throughout the year.

Cortland County is currently in the heart of budget preparation season. There will be a Cortland County Legislature Committee of the Whole Meeting to discuss the budget on September 10, 2026 at 1PM.

Did you know the County budget can be amended multiple times during the year?

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