southern tier

Broome County's Executive Jason Garnar said if the region continues to fulfill the reopening criteria set by the state, it could see Phase 2 on May 29th.

“You open a business tomorrow with 50 employees. You don’t do it right, one person was infected. You can infect 30 of the 50 in one afternoon."

Four regional counties were allowed to restart the procedures on Wednesday.

He said New York’s North Country and the Central New York regions have met the state’s criteria.

"This is not about government. Government can offer suggestions, advice and guidance."

The Southern Tier region includes Broome, Delaware, Chemung, Tioga, Tompkins, Chenango, Schuyler and Steuben counties.

The Governor said more details will be available on Monday.

"I’m trying to look at the positive side of things with everything going on."

In a regular summer, up to a thousand kids from across Tompkins County participate.

"As we begin to rethink and restart the economy, projects like this can really help transform communities in a very positive way."