Artists Create Ice Sculptures on the Commons
Ice sculptors will be on the Commons tomorrow and Wednesday creating three giant sculptures to be part of a 40-sculpture exhibit.
On Thursday all 40 sculptures will be unveiled at 5 p.m. on the Commons. There will be free cider, carolers and musical performances by the Ithaca High School Choir, Vitamin L Troupe and other local groups.
Sciencenter Offers Free Entry on Sundays
The Sciencenter will be free for all visitors on the first Sundays of December, January and February. There will be winter-themed presentations and activities. The Sciencenter is located at 601 First Street.
County Legislature Approves 2007 Budget
The Tompkins County Legislature approved the 2007 budget, which includes a 2.6 percent tax rate increase. The $71.2 million budget, up from $65.8 million, is increased partially due to two amendments approved last Tuesday by the Legislature. The two amendments include funding for the Occupational Health and Safety Program, in place to prevent workplace accidents and injuries, and increasing staffing in the county’s Finance Department. The Legislature also voted to extend a one percent local sales tax rate in Tompkins County.