TOMPKINS COUNTY

The Tompkins County Government is made up of 27 different departments that work to meet the needs of the community. County government responsibilities include: Human Services Public Health Public Safety and Corrections Roads and Maintenance Public Records Elections Tompkins County, like New York States other counties, is responsible for delivering programs that assist people who are facing economic hardship, are vulnerable to abuse or exploitation, or suffer from mental illness or developmental delays. Counties are the States front line of defense in protecting the publics health and play a primary role in maintaining the publics safety. Counties operate jails, prosecute those charged with criminal offenses, provide free legal counsel for those who cannot afford their own attorney, and supervise those who are on probation. Counties also serve as the main repository for public records and manage the elections process