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Community Engagement and Project Updates

The proposed Broome Technology Park development on Airport Road is currently undergoing studies on properties in the towns of Union and Maine. Dozens of consultants are currently working on various studies covering environmental, air and traffic impacts the development may have, said Stacey Duncan, executive director at The Agency. Multiple public comment and information sessions were held in 2024, where Broome County residents were able to share their questions and concerns regarding the project. The development is projected to bring $1 billion of economic impact to the county per year once it is constructed. Broome Technology Park moving forward with [...]

2025-10-29T10:46:06-05:00March 12, 2025|

Advancing Environmental Reviews

The environmental review process for Broome Technology Park continues to move forward. As part of this work, The Agency recently utilized drone technology to gather detailed topographical data and assess what impacts the development would have on viewsheds in the surrounding area. Looking ahead, additional studies are scheduled for 2025 as part of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) process. These reviews will help ensure that future development aligns with both community needs and environmental best practices. We’ll continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Meanwhile, click here for learn more about the SEQRA process and the final scope [...]

2025-03-12T13:52:42-05:00March 12, 2025|

Broome County IDA Webinar

Broome County IDA to hold public webinar on Broome Technology Park environmental review Community will receive an overview of what a State Environmental Quality Review environmental impact assessment is and how it informs project design   BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (June 12, 2024) — The Broome County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) will hold an informational webinar on Tuesday, June 25, at 6 p.m. to provide the public with an overview of the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQRA) environmental impact assessment process for the proposed Broome Technology Park spanning the towns of Maine and Union. The webinar will walk community members through why [...]

2024-06-12T11:02:55-05:00June 12, 2024|

CHIPS and Science Act Funding

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced the final $6 billion in semiconductor funding under the CHIPS and Science Act! This significant boost aims to enhance America's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities, strengthen value chain resilience, and support research and development​. As part of this initiative, the CHIPS and Science Act has already spurred over $231 billion in semiconductor investments across the U.S. and created numerous job opportunities​. Article: CNBC

2024-06-11T08:24:01-05:00June 4, 2024|

The Benefits of IDAs

The Agency is proud to support a diverse portfolio of projects including new housing, small business funding, and the creation of economic development sites. Our vision to create the Broome Tech Park will enhance tax growth and job creation and provide opportunities for our young people to live and work here in Broome. Local economic development organizations (EDOs) within the state are crucial in bolstering economic growth and assisting businesses in generating jobs and tax revenue. Their focus extends to nurturing small businesses, preserving and creating jobs, fortifying community infrastructure, and much more. Article: The Buffalo News [...]

2024-06-11T08:24:08-05:00June 4, 2024|

Our Time is Now

"As we’ve watched our neighbors land one generation-defining deal after another, we’ve been left with a simple question: Why not us?" Our time is now Broome County...let's work together to build something beautiful. Article: CNY Business Journal

2024-06-11T08:24:11-05:00June 4, 2024|

Industrial Park Successes Around the World

We're taking queues from other creative sustainable tech parks around the world! Here are some innovative ideas to incorporate physical activity, lighting, and music! Article: Connections by Finsa

2024-06-11T08:24:17-05:00June 4, 2024|

State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Process

So what is the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) process anyway? Under the SEQR process, an environmental impact statement is used to analyze impacts of a proposed action and to identify ways to reduce what, if any, adverse impacts could occur. Interested in learning the whole SEQR Recipe? Check out this resource from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.

2024-06-11T08:24:20-05:00June 4, 2024|

Agency ready for Broome Tech Park public engagement

It’s go time for the Broome County Industrial Development Agency as it looks to begin the public engagement process for the proposed Broome Technology Park. Last Wednesday, The Agency announced that it has been selected as the lead agency by the DEC to conduct the State Environmental Quality Review, or SEQR, process. With that, The Agency says it’s ready to begin a collaborative and multi-step process to explore the parameters of the project. The Agency says the park would create new jobs, a larger tax base, attract newcomers to our area and provide economic sustainability for decades. The SEQR involves [...]

2024-06-11T08:24:24-05:00June 4, 2024|

NYSDEC names Broome County IDA as lead agency for Broome Technology Park SEQRA review

The Broome County Industrial Development Agency today announced that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has designated the IDA as the Lead Agency for a New York State Environmental Quality Review (SEQRA) environmental impact assessment of the proposed Broome Technology Park spanning the towns of Maine and Union. The ruling allows the IDA to begin a comprehensive, multi-step process for developing a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) analyzing the potential environmental impacts of a proposed sustainably designed technology park on approximately 526-acres. The GEIS will analyze potential impacts to the environment on and surrounding the site — such [...]

2024-06-11T08:24:36-05:00May 8, 2024|
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