The Agency is the dynamic, approachable driver of economic development in Broome County.

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Board meetings are held at The Agency Conference Room 2nd floor, FIVE South College Drive in Binghamton, NY 13905.

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As a public agency, we currently have 55 approved projects online and 644 documents available for download to the public.

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Development Opportunities

The Agency has a wide variety of properties ready for development for you! Whether you are looking for land only, commercial, factories, we might have just what you need.

Browse over 47 properties that are prime for development.

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50 Front Street

Commercial SpaceFor Lease

5,050 ±SF

Access to Power

Water and Sewer

Located in walking distance to downtown Binghamton and in the heart of the historic Westside neighborhood, this location is perfect to give your business the opportunity to grow.

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Broome County Industrial Development Agency

The Agency is the lead economic development organization for Broome County. We govern the Broome County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and the Broome County Local Development Corporation (LDC).

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Broome County Dashboard

Introducing our Broome County Statistical Dashboard. It is an overview of key statistics, focused on the economic activity of Broome County.

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Broome County Business Retention and Expansion Services

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Loan Financing

Loan Financing

We currently administer three revolving loan programs to help you retain or expand your employment base.

Deal Structuring

Deal Structuring

We can partner with local lending institutions, municipal economic development organizations or other resources to help you achieve success.

Expansion Assistance

Expansion Assistance

Looking to expand? Let us work with you to identify the right location for your future success.

Access to State Programs

Access to State Programs

With our experience, we can help you navigate the wide array of state funding programs that can assist with your business needs.

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Powering Upstate’s Future Starts with Reliable Energy
Posted on Jul 23rd, 2025

Powering Upstate’s Future Starts with Reliable Energy

Southern Tier IDAs collaborate to outline a path to region’s high-tech future
Posted on May 1st, 2025

Southern Tier IDAs collaborate to outline a path to region’s high-tech future

Broome County Economic Development Surged in 2024 with $174M+ in New Private Investment Driving Job Growth
Posted on Apr 23rd, 2025

Broome County Economic Development Surged in 2024 with $174M+ in New Private Investment Driving Job Growth

You Can Never Be Too Proud
Posted on Jul 7th, 2016

You Can Never Be Too Proud

Working at The Agency as a New Visions Student
Posted on Feb 23rd, 2022

Working at The Agency as a New Visions Student

Why Relocate your Business to a Rural Area
Posted on Apr 30th, 2018

Why Relocate your Business to a Rural Area

Executive Summary - Fourth Wave Initiative Phase 1 Assessment Report

An in-depth assessment of the region’s assets and opportunities for application of battery technology and growth of new and existing businesses. It was expected to evaluate the demand for value-added business development associated with clean energy product development, battery manufacturing, assembly of battery packets, base components of energy storage stationary equipment, system integration, and more.

Executive Summary - Fourth Wave Initiative Phase 1 Assessment Report

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DRAFT SCOPING DOCUMENT GEIS PUBLIC HEARING TRANSCRIPT

A public hearing held at 750 Farm to Market Road, Endwell, New York, on the 10th day of September 2024, commencing at 6:31pm.

DRAFT SCOPING DOCUMENT GEIS PUBLIC HEARING TRANSCRIPT

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DRAFT SCOPING DOCUMENT

August 21, 2024 Draft Scoping Document; The Broome Technology Park. Towns of Maine and Union, Broome County. 

DRAFT SCOPING DOCUMENT

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2022 Annual Report

2022 Annual Report

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Annual Report 2023

Annual Report 2023

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Full Report - Fourth Wave Initiative Phase 1 Assessment Report

An in-depth assessment of the region’s assets and opportunities for application of battery technology and growth of new and existing businesses. It was expected to evaluate the demand for value-added business development associated with clean energy product development, battery manufacturing, assembly of battery packets, base components of energy storage stationary equipment, system integration, and more.

Full Report - Fourth Wave Initiative Phase 1 Assessment Report

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Agency Brochure

Our printed brochure outlines our organization, including our mission, staff, projects and initiatives.

Agency Brochure

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UNIFORM TAX EXEMPTION POLICY

This document provides a detailed explanation of our tax exemption policy.

UNIFORM TAX EXEMPTION POLICY

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Annual Report to the Community 2019

Released in 2020, our annual report outlines the projects and initiatives we have been working on over the past year.

Annual Report to the Community 2019

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Full Environmental Assessment Form Proposed Broome Technology Park at Airport Road

Full Environmental Assessment Form Proposed Broome Technology Park at Airport Road

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Executed SEQR Resolution

January 17, 2024 Resolution of The Agency Board Declaring Lead Agency Status for SEQRA Review for Proposed Broome Technology Park

Executed SEQR Resolution

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Final Lead Agency Resolution

February 21, 2024 Resolution of The Agency Board Declaring Lead Agency Status and Determining Environmental Significance of Proposed Broome Technology Park Pursuant to SEQRA

Final Lead Agency Resolution

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SEQR Lead Agency Dispute Determination: BCIDA v Town of Maine - Proposed Broome Tech Park

SEQR Lead Agency Dispute Determination: BCIDA v Town of Maine - Proposed Broome Tech Park

SEQR Lead Agency Dispute Determination: BCIDA v Town of Maine - Proposed Broome Tech Park

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SEQR Extended Time Resolution

June 18, 2024 Resolution of The Agency Board Extending Time To Complete Scoping Process Pursuant to SEQRA for Generic Environmental Impact Statement

SEQR Extended Time Resolution

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DRAFT SCOPING DOCUMENT RESOLUTION

August 21, 2024 Resolution of The Agency Board Accepting Draft Scoping Document

DRAFT SCOPING DOCUMENT RESOLUTION

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Draft Scoping Doc GEIS Public Hearing Transcript

The transcript of a public hearing held at 750 Farm to Market Road, Endwell, New York, on September 10, 2024.

Draft Scoping Doc GEIS Public Hearing Transcript

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Workplace Well-Being: A Real Strategy to Increase Your Business Productivity

The purpose of the following white paper is to showcase the existing attitudes of Southern Tier employers towards the practices of workplace wellness, with a strong focus on employee’s mental health. It also compares the perceived wellness needs of employees within and outside the Southern Tier Region. Respondents answered questions regarding the impact of employee health on productivity and financial losses. 

Workplace Well-Being: A Real Strategy to Increase Your Business Productivity

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Request for Proposals for Land Surveyor Services - 600 Main Street

The Broome County IDA/LDC (‘The Agency’) is seeking to secure the services of a firm to complete a property survey for the redevelopment of the former BAE Site located at 600 Main Street, Town of Union, Hamlet of Westover, NY 13790.

Please find available for download the full Request for Proposals, which includes the project background and submission requirements. 

Submissions are due no later than 4:00pm February 11, 2025 to Amy Williamson at acw@theagency-ny.com. 

A list of key dates is included in the full RFP, as well as below:

KEY DATES

RFP Issued: January 21, 2025

Questions: Submitted by 5:00 PM on February 4, 2025 to Rob Seeley at rseeley@edrdpc.com

Submission: February 11, 2025

Selection: February 2025

Request for Proposals for Land Surveyor Services - 600 Main Street

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2024 Annual Report

Released in Spring 2025

2024 Annual Report

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New York Southern Tier Clean Tech Strategy

Produced by Newmark, a global development consulting firm, the New York Southern Tier Cleantech Strategy highlights key industries — including renewable energy storage development, clean transportation manufacturing and semiconductor packaging — that the region can attract by pairing existing resources and research capabilities with additional infrastructure expansion and workforce development programs. The study was commissioned by the IDAs that make up the eight-county Southern Tier, as defined by the state’s regional economic development boundaries. Download the executive summary of the New York Southern Tier Cleantech Strategy here. 

New York Southern Tier Clean Tech Strategy

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Final Scoping Doc Resolution

Final Scoping Doc Resolution

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Southern Tier Clean Tech Strategy

Southern Tier Clean Tech Strategy

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