The Livingston County Board of Supervisors has unanimously adopted a $226 million budget for fiscal year 2025, following a comprehensive review and recommendation from County Administrator Ian M. Coyle. The budget, approved during the board’s November 20 meeting, emphasizes fiscal responsibility while investing in essential services and infrastructure.
“This budget reflects our steadfast commitment to the residents of Livingston County,” Coyle said. “We’ve prioritized essential services and innovative programs that enhance quality of life while encouraging growth. This budget is sound, balanced, and aligned with the county’s strategic plan.”
The 2025 budget includes a modest increase in the county’s tax rate, which rises to $6.93 per $1,000 of assessed property value. For a home valued at $100,000, this equates to a property tax bill of $693. Additionally, the tax levy will increase to $33.85 million, driven largely by operational costs in long-term care services. The Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation (CNR), recovering from pandemic-related occupancy declines, is now operating near 95% capacity and will benefit from the additional funding to maintain its high level of care.
Coyle highlighted the county’s strong financial position, with reserves exceeding the median of similarly rated counties. The county’s pay-as-you-go approach to capital improvements has allowed Livingston County to avoid large-scale borrowing, maintaining financial flexibility.
Among the budget’s key initiatives is the Light Up Livingston project, aiming to provide high-speed internet to every property in the county by 2026. The project is nearly cost-neutral, funded primarily through federal and state grants, including the USDA ReConnect Program and NYS Municipal Infrastructure Program.
The budget allocates $950,000 for the county’s Capital Improvement Plan, supporting projects such as the construction of a Veterans Memorial Trail at Al Lorenz Park, the establishment of a Code Blue warming shelter, and infrastructure upgrades. The plan also continues funding for non-profit organizations, including the OWWL Library System, Genesee Valley Council on the Arts, and Cornell Cooperative Extension, reflecting the county’s commitment to community partnerships.
County Board Chair David LeFeber praised the collaborative effort behind the budget. “We’ve carefully balanced the needs of our communities with current financial realities to produce this sensible spending plan,” he said. “This budget outlines a solid approach that combines fiscal prudence with community investment, positioning our county for continued success and resilience.”
The 2025 budget demonstrates Livingston County’s dedication to long-term stability and improved quality of life for its residents.
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