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These programs aim to engage and inspire residents, businesses, and municipalities, throughout the Town of North Hempstead, to participate in actions that will foster ecological balance, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and help North Hempstead adapt to a changing climate, ensuring a healthy, resilient community now and in the future. Includes: Home Sustainability Workshops Rain Barrel and Composter Sales Climate Action Protecting Pollinators - Take the Pollinator Pledge! Monarch Butterfly Conservation Native Plants Tree Conservation Long Island Green Homes Tips for Sustainable Living Stormwater Management Education

A single location where customers can access the services provided by the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Conservation District. Farm Service Agency administers federal farm programs and farm loan programs.

Provides electric, natural gas, and water services to residents and businesses within the Village of Bath.

Promotes the beautification, preservation and conservation of trees, flowers and plants, and various horticultural projects in the community. Also promotes interests in horticulture, plant research and advancement of the art of gardening. Meetings held at Centerport United Methodist Church. Call for additional information.

Offers a comprehensive collection of reference and circulating law books and a collection of materials encompassing all facets of land use, including planning, conservation and preservation, water management and local development.

Offers seal observation cruises throughout the winter from January through April. Cruises depart from Freeport and travel through Hempstead Bay.

Protect and benefit wildlife on Long Island. Part of the National Wildlife Refuge system for the conservation, management and where appropriate restoration of the fish, wildlife, and plant resources and their habitats on Long Island. Comprised of eight National Wildlife Refuges and a Wildlife Management Area. Refuges include Target Rock National, Wertheim National, Elizabeth A. Morton National, Conscience Point National, Lido Beach National, Seatuck National, Oyster Bay National, Amagansett National, and Sayville National.

Facilities that store petroleum products in tank systems regulated under Article XV of the Nassau County Public Health Ordinance (NCPHO) must register such tanks with the Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH). Nassau County is committed to protecting our groundwater from petroleum contamination. The proper closure of small underground petroleum tanks, such as heating oil tanks, can reduce that threat. Call for detailed information.

Home energy survey for income-eligible customers to help them save energy and lower their electric bills. Service is no cost to customer and may also include installation of energy-saving measures in the home.

Reviews plans for critical infrastructure in Nassau County. The Bureau ensures that best engineering practices and principles are used and maintained for the protection of the residents within the county from the effects of adverse environmental factors, protection of the environment from potentially harmful effects of natural and human activities, and improvement of environmental quality. The following is a list of programs where the Bureau maintains an active role. Public Water Supply; Petroleum Tanks; Realty Subdivisions; On-Site Sewage Disposal System and SPDES Permit; Swimming Pools and Bathing Beaches; Closure of Septic Systems; Sewer Connections and Backflow Prevention Devices. Call for specific information regarding programs offered

Collaborates with partners throughout the county to conserve and build water, soil and other natural resources.

Offers natural resources programs and services, including technical assistance to farmers and landowners, training programs, and environmental education programs.

Enforces Article 13-F of the NYS Public Health Law, also known as the Adolescent Tobacco-Use Prevention Act (ATUPA). ATUPA was created to help prevent the sale of tobacco products and accessories to anyone under the age of 21. Tobacco products include cigarettes, cigars, bidis, chewing tobacco and powdered tobacco, rolling papers, smoking paraphernalia, or any other tobacco products. ATUPA has been amended to also prohibit the sale of vapor products, including electronic cigarettes and liquid nicotine, to anyone under the age of 21. ATUPA also bans all flavors of vapor products, with the exception of tobacco flavor. To file a complaint or report a retailer that is selling to anyone under the age of 21 or is selling flavors illegally, please contact the ATUPA Bureau.

The County Emergency Management Office coordinates all planning, preparedness, response and recovery efforts in the case of an emergency or disaster. They also administer various federal and state grants in the areas of emergency response.

The Discovery Program is an outreach program which consists of an introductory slide show and hands on activities, an all day field trip and a follow-up visit with hands-on activities concerning pollution. Citizen action information of a political and environmental nature is also included. This program can be presented at your site, or at riverfront parks throughout the valley. Multiple programs are available.

Collaborates with towns and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to conserve soil and water resources throughout Schuyler County.

A single location where customers can access the services provided by the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Conservation District. Farm Service Agency administers federal farm programs and farm loan programs.

Provides information and service for Forest Rangers, Forestry, Operations, Pesticides, Spill Prevention and Response, Wildlife

Responsible for developing, maintaining, and operating the system of aqueducts, reservoirs, channels, pipelines, mains, laterals, curb boxes, and pumping and purifying equipment by which the community's water supply is obtained, treated, stored, and distributed to consumers in the Town of DeWitt.

Technical and financial assistance and education to county land users and governments to promote the wise use and conservation of soil, water and related resources, including: critical area and water quality protection permit applications erosion and sediment control, stream bank stabilization storm water and agricultural waste management conservation education (videos, aerial photos, publications) annual seedling sales pond stocking program information on soils, topography, state and national wetlands inventory maps, flood zones

The Lake Placid Water Department, located in Lake Placid, NY, is an utility company that operates the public water system. The Water Department, or Water Utility, provides potable tap water to residential customers, businesses, and others in Essex County. Lake Placid residents can contact the Water Department to start or stop water services, for drinking water reports, or for billing and payment information.

Provides educational programs on agriculture, horticulture and related topics. Provides assistance with insect, plant disease, weed identification and management crop production recommendations environment and health issues farmland and open space management and preservation. Also interprets research studies and educates populations on the proper safeguards when using chemicals/pesticides.

Promotes social equity, ecological stewardship and civic responsibility through online programs to support local sustainability efforts. Ongoing programs include:Neighborhood Mini-Grants (up to $750), offered quarterly for projects to make neighborhoods more healthy, vibrant and sustainable places to live. sustainabletompkins.org/programs/mini-grantsFinger Lakes Climate Fund (www.fingerlakesclimatefund.org), local carbon offset to reduce carbon emissions through grants for home energy upgrades to low-income home owners.Signs of Sustainability- annual awards program at Earth Day Ithaca celebrating individuals, organizations, and businesses providing leadership in living and working more sustainably.