HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-07 NewsletterJuly 2023 Town of Ithaca Newsletter
Town of Ithaca Awarded “Conservationist of the Year”
by the Finger Lakes Land Trust
The Town of Ithaca “acted quickly to secure significant open space over the course of the past
year and continue to build on their ongoing commitment to land and water conservation.”
The Town acquired a second parcel along Rte. 13 bordering the Cayuga Inlet located within the
proposed Black Diamond Rail Trail extension. The property features significant fish and wildlife
habitat. We also have a long-standing partnership with the FLLT which included collaboration
on the creation of 3 town-owned nature preserves and recently, financial support in the Tapan
Mitra Preserve expansion project that included upgrades and expansion of existing parking area,
wayfinding and informational signage.
Read more about the award and the Tapan Mitra Preserve on the Ithaca Voice
Conservation Board - Pollinator Garden Tour: Saturday, August 19, 2023
Gardens will be available for touring and inspiration on creating your own pollinator haven.
Register here: https://bit.ly/Town-Ithaca-pollinator-garden-tour
NYS Association of Conservation Commission
Conference on the Environment
Tompkins County is host to this year's Conference on the Environment September 20th - 22nd
The Conference which will be bi-modal with one virtual day and two days of field trips and
receptions around the County, including a number of spots in the Town of Ithaca.
Topics include Meeting Climate Goals in Ag and Biodiversity respectively; Cayuga Lake &
Water Quality; Climate Policy; Flooding & Climate Change, and more.
NYSACC is an independent, not-for-profit education organization established in 1971 by the
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation to provide leadership in the development of
vital environmental programs for cities, towns, and villages throughout the State of New York.
More information and registration at https://www.nysacc.net/.
Construction Season – In Full Swing
Milling and Paving Beginning:
July 14th – Town of Ithaca Public Works - Southwoods Dr., Old Gorge Rd., and Eldridge Cir.
July 17th – Tompkins County Highway - King Rd E between Coddington and Troy Roads
Road construction by nature is weather permitting. Any driveway obstruction will be temporary
and reopened as soon as possible. There may be disruptions in traffic during the day and/or
nights where only milled surface is in place. No parking is permitted on the roadway or shoulder
at any time during construction; vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.
Capital Improvement Projects Beginning:
July 13th – approximately 2 months – New Water Main Installation 130-172 Ridgecrest Rd
An automated one lane traffic closure will be in place throughout the project.
Customers may experience short periods of low water pressure and service interruptions. Bolton
Point will make every effort to notify affected residents 24 hours in advance.
For more information, Public Works: 607-273-1656 or publicworks@town.ithaca.ny.us.
Alerts on projects/road closures/emergencies are available to you via Siren Alerts.
Upcoming Projects –
Judd Falls Road Curbing/Sidewalk/Ramp Repairs Project
Keep your DMV Money Local!
When you need to license, register, or renew, 13% of all transactions processed through the local
DMV counter, in person or through the mail, stay local! If you send that pink renewal envelope
back, NYS keeps it all. Please, remember to “shop local” and keep our money working here at
home. DMV – 301 Third St., Ithaca – Hancock Plaza Learn More About Fee Allocations
“I Voted” Sticker Contest Results
Tompkins County Board of Elections
Over 2,100 votes were cast by residents of Tompkins County from eight fantastic submissions by
students from our local schools. Alanna Congdon, Commissioner, said “…they were fantastic
and great expressions of our local artistic talent.” The contest was announced as part of efforts to
involve and inspire the next generation in civics and elections.
Congratulations to Dakota Tseng and thank you to all eight participants.
Town Supported Organizations’ Events
Tompkins County Library - Calendar Link
Early Communication and Baby Signs Class – Parents and caregivers can learn about early
speech and language development and general communication strategies for encouraging early
language development. Given by a licensed speech-language pathologist – Weds. July 19th
Lifelong – Calendar Link
Medicare Basics Presentation – This was July 12th, but incredibly informative – Please reach out
to Liz for handouts and a possible recording of the presentation.
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