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February 19, 2024

Hornell City Hall will be closed on today for Presidents’ Day. City Hall reopens on Tuesday February 20, 2024.
There will be NO delay in garbage pickup during the week of February 18th. Garbage will be picked up in the City of Hornell and North Hornell on schedule. Residents should put their garbage out on their normal mornings and nights. It is, also, recycling week.
The Hornell Area Transit System will be running its normal service on February 19, 2024.
The Hornell Public Library will be closed that Monday and will reopen Tuesday.

February 13, 2024
From Deputy Mayor Jessica Cleveland

Hornell Selected for Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2)

The City of Hornell is excited to announce its selection to collaborate with a technical assistance provider in the development and implementation of a Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2). The DWSP2 is spearheaded by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and is a voluntary initiative aimed at assisting municipalities in safeguarding their drinking water sources.

Water Treatment Plant Operator Leonard Fucci provided further information about the program and what it means for our community, “A drinking water source protection plan includes a delineated area to be assessed and protected based on where the public water system draws drinking water supplies. It would empower us, as a municipality, to protect our public water sources and the surrounding environment.”

Mayor John Buckley expressed his support and excitement for the project, “Protecting our drinking water is critically important. This is a great opportunity for the City to partner with the State to establish a plan that ensures the safety and security of our drinking water sources with no impact on our budget.”

The opportunity arose through continued efforts of City Planner Heather Reynolds, who highlighted the City’s commitment to environmental sustainability. “The City of Hornell is looking forward to working with the NYS DEC in safeguarding our most important natural resource,” said Reynolds. “The technical assistance provided through the DWSP2 will provide the City with analysis of our drinking water sources, and planning for protecting those sources.”

Plan development is expected to take approximately 18 months, with ongoing guidance and assistance provided for implementation efforts. The City encourages residents to stay informed about the program’s progress and welcomes community input throughout the process.

February 10, 2024

This reminder, Hornell City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 for Presidents’ Day. City Hall reopens on Tuesday February 20, 2024.

Also, Hornell City Hall says, there will be no delay in garbage pickup during the week of February 18. Garbage will be picked up in the City of Hornell and North Hornell on schedule. Residents should put their garbage out on their normal mornings and nights. It is, also, recycling week.

The Hornell Area Transit System will be running its normal service on February 19th. The Hornell Public Library will be closed that Monday and will reopen Tuesday.

February 7, 2024

Hornell Mayor John Buckley says that the Hornell Board of Public Works recently authorized important upgrades at Veterans Memorial Park at James Street. This project includes reconstruction of the tennis courts, addition of pickleball courts, basketball court replacement, the addition of a splash pad to replace the baby pool, and upgrades to the pool house.

The mayor notes that construction crews are expected to be onsite this week as work gets underway on these exciting new improvements and additions. While the park will remain open for residents and visitors during construction, access to select areas may be restricted at times as needed. Crews will work diligently on these various projects to ensure their completion in a timely manner and will strive to minimize disruption to park visitors while work is being completed. He also says that the DPW will be installing new playground equipment as well.

“Our parks serve as vital recreation spaces for our residents. This project is made possible by a grant from NYS Parks and Recreation as well as local investment. I’m excited for these improvements to get underway and look forward to their completion,” said Mayor John Buckley.

February 5, 2024

Hornell Mayor John Buckley, who was recently appointed to the New York Conference of Mayor’s Executive Committee, wasted no time at NYCOM’s Winter Legislative meeting as he introduced a resolution to oppose the proposed cut to CHIPS funding in the Governor’s budget.

“I’m urging each city, village, and town to consider passing a resolution to not only oppose any cut to crucial road and highway funding, but to advocate for annual increases to offset inflationary costs. This is a time for local governments to show solidarity and send a strong message to Albany.”