Delaware County NY Government

06/01/2026

As part of the NY250 celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Delaware County will award four $500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Delaware County, NY for use towards Higher Education Costs for post-graduation plans.

There are two ways to enter the scholarship contest:

OPTION 1: Two scholarships will be awarded to selected applicants that write a 500-word ESSAY that discusses the history of Delaware County, New York, and events that took place during the Revolutionary War Era, 1775 to 1783.

OPTION 2: Two scholarships will be awarded to selected applicants that submit a two-to-three-minute recorded VIDEO of the applicant reciting a memorized section of a speech given during the Revolutionary War Era, 1775-1783.

Full essay, video, and scholarship details are available at https://www.delcony.gov/usa

APPLICATIONS AND ATTACHMENTS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JUNE 12, 2026.

05/29/2026

Press Release
May 29, 2026

Delaware County has continued to transition operations of the senior meals program after Delaware Opportunities abruptly ceased operating the program on May 7, 2026. Since May 8, 2026, the Delaware County Office for the Aging has supported Senior meals both at congregate meal sites and through home meal deliveries. As the operation of senior meals continues to ramp up as a county run program the following updates are offered.

The following congregate meal sites are now fully staffed and operational:
• Dehi senior dining center – 97 Main Street Delhi
• Hancock senior dining center – Messenger Hall at the First Baptist Church – 56 Wheeler Street Hanock
• Walton senior dining center – St John’s Catholic Church – 15 Benton Avenue, Walton
• Grand Gorge senior dining center – Grand Gorge Civic Center – Route 30 Grand Gorge

The Margaretville senior meals dining center is open and located back in the Margaretville Methodist Church at 55 Church Street, Margaretville. We are looking to hire a Head Cook and one additional Aide at that location.

The Sidney senior dining center has been temporarily relocated to the Sidney Community Cultural Center at 1 Bridge Street in Sidney. On Monday June 1, 2026 that site will be operational to serve meals on site and prepare meals for home delivery. We are looking to hire one Aide and one Driver for this location. The County continues to work with the owners of the Sidney Senior Housing site to permanently relocate senior meals back to the senior nutrition site at 21 Liberty Street Sidney.

Over the course of the past three weeks Delaware County has successfully hired staff to support all congregate meal sites with only four remaining vacancies for one cook, two aides and one driver. Former Delaware Opportunities’ staff were encouraged to reach out to the County for placement, many who have been hired and have been instrumental in keeping the program running smoothly. If you are interested in county employment, please contact the Delaware County personnel office to inquire about these positions. All employees filling these positions are being compensated at a higher rate than previously offered and as county employees each employee has access to the county contractual fringe benefits.

This press release will be available on our website: https://www.delcony.gov/

05/28/2026

Delaware County congratulates Paul Rush, Deputy Commissioner of the New York City DEP, on his retirement next week after more than 30 years of service and a longstanding relationship with the county. For more than 25 years, Paul has been known as a true partner—someone who listened with genuine interest, understood local concerns, and worked to find fair solutions for both New York City’s water supply and the needs of Delaware County communities.

From the early FAD discussions in the 1990s to helping shape last fall’s Intergovernmental Agreement, Paul played a key role in guiding a complicated but important relationship through changing politics, new regulations, and uncertain times. He brought professionalism, integrity, and understanding to every challenge, and his efforts helped create a stronger foundation for future negotiations.

To honor his service, Delaware County presented Paul with a photo collage of its three historic covered bridges—symbols of tradition and history, resilience, and success. A fitting tribute to someone who has served as an important bridge between New York City and Delaware County for so many years. Best wishes to Paul in his retirement and future endeavors.

Tina Molé, Delaware County Board of Supervisors Chairman, and Paul Rush’s full comments from the May 27, 2026 meeting can be viewed at:

Delaware County, New York

05/28/2026

Delaware County is hiring!
• Chauffeur (Delivery Driver), Sidney Senior Dining Center
Delaware County NY Office For The Aging
Part Time, $20.54/hour

• Food Service Helper, Grand Gorge Senior Dining Center
Delaware County NY Office for the Aging
Part Time, $20.54/hour

• Food Service Helper, Margaretville Senior Dining Center (Needed starting late Summer)
Delaware County NY Office for the Aging
Part Time, $20.54/hour

Minimum qualifications and full job description can be found by clicking on the job title located on the Personnel Office web page: https://www.delcony.us/departments/pers/jobs.htm or by contacting the Delaware County Personnel Office at 607-832-5678. Please visit our website for a full list of open positions.

Delaware County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

05/27/2026

Delaware County, New York

05/26/2026

These documents will be discussed at the Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., 111 Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753.

Past meeting minutes and available recordings can be viewed at https://www.delcony.us/minutes/. Printed copies of all documents can be provided by contacting the Clerk of the Board's Office at 607-832-5110.

05/21/2026

Delaware County Department of Public Works is hiring seasonal laborers for summer 2026 at our Bloomville shop. The season runs from May through August. The pay rate is $19.75/hour. Excepting holidays, guaranteed 40 hours per week with the option for occasional overtime. You must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

We’re also hiring seasonal MEO positions at our Bloomville location. These jobs pay $22.75/hour and run from May through October. A valid driver’s license is required for MEO positions.

To request an application or learn more contact: Sarah Gutliph at 607-832-5800 or [email protected]. Position descriptions and other open positions can be viewed at https://www.delcony.us/departments/pers/jobs.htm.

Delaware County is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.