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Town recommends NYSDOT designate school zone on Philo Road for GST BOCES campus

Town Board of the Town of Horseheads · July 8, 2026
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Summary

The Town Board recommended that Chemung County and NYS DOT designate a school zone on Philo Road in front of the Bush Campus GST BOCES at 459 Philo Road to enhance safety for buses and pedestrians; the recommendation covers from the north end of Philo Road to Nottingham Way.

The Town Board passed Resolution #123 to make a positive recommendation to the Chemung County Public Works Commissioner and the New York State Department of Transportation to designate a school zone on Philo Road adjacent to the Bush Campus GST BOCES (459 Philo Road). The resolution cites high bus use, pedestrian and playground traffic and covers the segment from the north end of Philo Road to Nottingham Way.

The recommendation was moved by Councilman Riopko, seconded by Councilman Laurey, and approved unanimously. The Board noted the NYSDOT has authority to set school zones and speed limits.