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Committee authorizes public hearing for certified agricultural district submissions
Summary
Steuben County planning staff said only three landowners applied this year; the committee authorized a public hearing for the 2026 thirty‑day submission period and discussed benefits of enrollment, including land‑use protections under New York State practice standards.
The Steuben County Agriculture, Industry and Planning Committee voted to authorize a public hearing for landowners seeking inclusion in certified agricultural districts during the 2026 annual thirty‑day period.
Planning staff member Marie Myers Shearing told the committee that "we have only received 3 requests this year, a small turnout," and thanked Cornell Cooperative Extension for outreach. Chair Kelly Fitzpatrick asked what benefits landowners receive; Myers Shearing said inclusion supports land preservation and recognizes acceptable agricultural practices consistent with New York State guidance.
The motion to authorize the hearing was made by Robert Nichols and seconded by Shannon Logsdon; the committee voted 4‑0 in favor. The county indicated a formal resolution will be prepared to schedule and publicize the hearing.
