and fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the region’s success. For Flanagan, housing revitalization stands out as a critical short-term goal. “The housing is there,” he relays. “We need a system in place to rehabilitate it, get it back up to market condition, and get people living in those vacant houses, mostly in our downtowns, because that’s a key part to revitalization and the economy.” Testani echoes the sentiment, expanding, “If you really wanted to boil it down, retaining our existing business is the most important priority we have.And if we can do the things to retain them, then we can attract new ones.” He points out the interconnected nature of infrastructure, housing, and digital connectivity, and the importance of attracting more childcare options to the county, encouraging more young families to relocate. Behind all the strategic planning, there’s also a belief in community and in making a difference. “Realistically, any project that we work on that hits the most members of our community, that’s a big thing,” remarks Butler. He continued, “Anytime you can really change your community for the better, that’s rewarding.” With a clear plan, and enthusiastic leadership, Chenango County is positioning itself as an ideal place to visit, work, and call home. PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Amazon Hub Delivery www.amazon.com/hubdelivery Amazon Hub Delivery partners with local businesses to assist with package delivery. When you join, you’ll get paid for every package you deliver and create another stream of income. It’s easy to get started with no upfront cost and no long-term contracts required. n Norwich Pharmaceuticals – An Alvogen Company www.alvogen.com Alvogen is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey with significant inhouse manufacturing capacity in Norwich, NY. Alvogen is built on the strong foundation of Norwich Pharmaceutical Services, an U.S. company with a 130-year history and an unsurpassed regulatory track record. n Unison, a GE Aerospace Company www.unisonindustries.com Unison, a GE Aerospace company, supplies advanced gas turbine engine components and systems for aviation, space, and defense markets. With over 2,000 employees across nine major locations, Unison supports nearly every engine and airframe program globally. Discover more and explore career opportunities at unisonindustries.com. 28 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05
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