Broome County Department of Planning

09/03/2026

It’s time for the Annual Broome County Riverbank Cleanup! This year’s event will be held on Saturday, October 17th in multiple locations all across Broome and Tioga counties. Sites can be selected from a list of approved options upon registration. To register your team, follow the link below:
https://www.gobroomecounty.com/emc/riverbankcleanup

This is a great environmental stewardship opportunity to get a group of friends, family, & co-workers together for a day of fun, purpose, and volunteer service!

Here are the steps for your group to join us:
1. Organize your team
2. Designate a Stream Captain who will work with Broome County staff, coordinate volunteers in your group, and attend one mandatory meeting to gather supplies and team packet
3. Register your team online and confirm your site with the EMC 's Riverbank Committee
4. Head out with your team on Saturday 10/17 !
5. Submit all data collected during cleanup online (link will be provided after clean up)

Light supplies i.e. trash bags, disposable gloves, and educational materials will be provided. Please bring your own personal work gloves if you prefer to use these.
Any questions can be directed to the EMC at [email protected] or by phone at (607) 778-2911.
The Broome County Environmental Management Council & Broome County Planning Dept. can’t wait to see you there!

09/03/2026

Calling all municipal PB and ZBA members, supervisors, engineers and attorneys! Our next municipal training event will be Thursday, October 8 at 5 PM on SEQRA: components, forms and updates. Register here by October 5 https://forms.gle/PJrq6isgrezwfhBJ6

09/01/2026

Registration for the 40th Annual Riverbank Cleanup on October 17 is open! Please note if you completed an interest form you will also need to register 😄 Visit https://broomecountyny.gov/emc/riverbankcleanu for more information and sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoqLMejH0I0BKCOMf2mrk61pL8UPPfIyrEkXzB7M4wa0OBcw/viewform

08/28/2026

There's only one week left to take our community survey! Share the concerns, priorities, places, and services that matter most to you. Your experience can help shape the plan. Take the survey here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TT9BMTR

08/25/2026

Have you experienced flood, wind, snow, or ice storms that have exposed your home or neighborhood to vulnerability? If so, we want to hear from you! Take our online community survey and find more information on the Countywide Resiliency Plan at our website https://broomecountyny.gov/planning/sustainability/resiliencyplan

08/14/2026

The City of Binghamton is developing the Conklin Avenue Neighborhood Business District Plan which will outline an actionable roadmap for future development. The Conklin Avenue corridor extends from South Washington Street to the City’s eastern boundary with the Town of Conklin.

The City is encouraging the public to take a survey to share input and ideas on current issues, potential opportunities and future development of the neighborhood.

To learn more about the plan and take the survey, visit the project webpage:

The Conklin Avenue Neighborhood Business District Plan will establish a shared vision and provide an actionable roadmap for future development along Conklin Avenue. The Plan will provide a comprehensive strategy to strengthen small businesses, attract private investment, and improve the appearance,....

07/31/2026

Our 40th Annual Riverbank Cleanup Day will be taking place Saturday, October 17 this year! If you're interested in participating please fill out the form. The official registration form will be published soon :) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf48pz9fTK0KVI0tTOvXkYKP2-gL98w_n5uA9afDIYyzi7rxg/viewform

07/10/2026

Last call to take the Arts, Culture and Heritage Survey to share your ideas for the Arts and Culture Strategic Master Plan! Take the survey at:

07/06/2026

This is your last chance to provide feedback for the Arts, Culture and Heritage Survey that will be used to inform the Arts and Culture Strategic Master Plan. Take this opportunity to make a difference before the survey closes Friday, July 10! https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/6557385f336348c8b7879a8868753db6 Learn more about the project at artsculturebroometioga.com

07/01/2026

We’ll be at the Broome County Regional Farmers Market this Saturday to discuss our Arts and Culture Strategic Master Plan. Hope to see you there!

This Saturday! Visit the Community Corner at the Market

Featuring: Broome County Department of Planning
-Learn about and provide your input on the Broome County Arts & Culture Plan.

📅 July 4, 2026
⏰ 9 AM–1 PM
📍 Broome County Regional Farmers Market