Livingston County Sheriff’s Office Applauded for 911 Reaccreditation

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office was recently recognized for its continued excellence in communications after earning reaccreditation through the New York State Sheriff’s Association Public Safety Answering Point Accreditation Program. 

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Livingston County Historian Releases New Information on Poorhouse Cemeteries

The Livingston County Historian’s Office recently facilitated a non-invasive ground-penetrating radar (GPR) survey at both Livingston County Poorhouse cemeteries in Geneseo. The survey revealed new data about the sites, including the locations of 75 unmarked graves.

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A reminder that most Livingston County Government Offices and Courts will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. All County Offices and Courts will reopen with normal hours on Friday, November 24, 2023.

County, Foodlink Seeking Volunteers for Upcoming Pop-Up Food Pantry on November 22

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Livingston County and Foodlink are aiming to reduce food insecurity throughout the region by hosting a pop-up food pantry in Mount Morris. Additionally, volunteers will be needed to help staff the food pantry and assist with logistics.

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Suicide Prevention Taskforce Encouraging “Car Convos” as Part of New Outreach Campaign

The Livingston County Suicide Prevention Taskforce is engaging in a creative approach to helping parents and guardians stay involved in the lives of their loved ones by promoting the importance of “car convos” to build rapport and encourage dialogue.

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Livingston County Partners with SUNY Geneseo’s LIVES Program to Combat Food Insecurity

The Livingston County Department of Health has developed a strong ally in SUNY Geneseo’s LIVES Program in helping to combat food insecurity throughout the region through a series of pop-up food pantries and donation centers.

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Livingston County Dog Control in Need of Volunteers

Livingston County Dog Control is asking for the community’s help as it is actively seeking volunteers to assist with various day-to-day tasks including walking, cleaning up after, feeding and playing with dogs to help prepare them for adoption.

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Livingston County Joins with American Cancer Society in Celebrating Great American Smokeout

Tomorrow, Thursday, November 16, 2023, marks the Great American Smokeout – a campaign sponsored by the American Cancer Society intended to encourage Americans to quit tobacco smoking.

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Shop Smart, Shop Local: LivCo Loot Promotes Neighborhood Small Businesses

Livingston County’s Economic Development office is encouraging residents to support area businesses and shop locally this holiday season through the new LivCo Loot program.



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Livingston County Salutes Caregivers During National Hospice Month

Each November, the home care and hospice community honors the millions of nurses, home care aides, therapists and social workers who make a remarkable difference for the patients and families they serve. These heroic caregivers play a central role in our health care system and in homes across the nation. To recognize their efforts, the Livingston County Department of Health calls upon all to commemorate the power of caring, both at the home and in their local communities, and join with the National Association for Home Care & Hospice by celebrating November as National Home Care and Hospice Month.

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November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

Across the United States, individuals, groups, organizations and others are joining together in support of cancer research and education as November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Livingston County joins the American Lung Association in uniting with people from across the country to stand together against lung cancer.

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November is National Diabetes Month

November is American Diabetes Month and the Livingston County Department of Health is encouraging residents to learn the risks associated with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes and to take preventive steps to reduce the potential to develop the disease.

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New App Offers Aerial Window into County’s Past

Livingston County, in collaboration with the Livingston County Soil & Water Conservation District (LCSWCD) and SUNY Geneseo, is proud to unveil the Livingston County Air Photos Through Time mapping application.

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Livingston County Implements Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2024

The Livingston County Board of Supervisors recently voted to adopt a local law authorizing the override of the County’s tax levy limit for 2024.

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Social Services Dept. Employs Collaborative Approach to Better Serve Residents

The Livingston County Department of Social Services (DSS) is taking a collaborative approach in their commitment to providing services for the residents of Livingston County. In an effort to meet evolving community needs, DSS has implemented a series of quarterly all-staff meetings, each addressing key topics based on internal needs surveys conducted at DSS.

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HEAP Program Now Available for Eligible Households

The program, which officially opens on November 1, 2023, provides direct assistance to eligible households to help cover the costs of utilities, fixing and replacing boilers, furnaces or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep your home’s primary heating source functioning. 

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Board of Supervisors Declares Livingston County a Green Light for Military Service County

The Livingston County Board of Supervisors has declared Livingston County a Green Light for Military Service County from October 11 through November 17, 2023.

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Livingston County Tourism Provides Blueprint to Enjoying Autumn in the Area

With Autumn firmly entrenched throughout the Finger Lakes Region, the Livingston County Tourism Office has produced a helpful guide that showcases the endless fun that the season has to offer throughout the County for residents and visitors alike. 

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Livingston County Draws Praise from State Comptroller’s Office for Fiscal Responsibility

The Office of the New York State Comptroller recently recognized Livingston County for its fiscal management after issuing its latest Fiscal Stress Monitoring System results with the County ranking among the top overall governments in New York State.

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Livingston County Declares November 2023 as Adoption Awareness Month

The Livingston County Board of Supervisors recognizes the importance that foster parents and adoptive families play in the development of children across the country and, as such, has declared November 2023 as Adoption Awareness Month in the County.

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Department of Social Services Seeks Public Comment on TA and SNAP Employment Plan

In compliance with requirements set forth by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, the Livingston County Department of Social Services is making available to the interested public a copy of its 2024-2025 Temporary Assistance (TA) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment Plan for review and comment.

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E-Z Pass Now Available for Purchase Through Livingston County Clerk’s Office

Livingston County Clerk Andrea K. Bailey is pleased to announce that the County Clerk’s Office is now an authorized retail location for New York State’s Thruway E-ZPass On-the Go.

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