We invite you to browse through the Village of Homer, New York.

Our unique character comes from our small-town, rural atmosphere, our broad, charming tree-lined streets, a rich and varied collection of eighteenth and nineteenth century homes and commercial buildings, and the Victorian business district. Our picturesque village green and its gazebo serve as the hub for many of the cultural, educational, and religious affairs of the village.

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Other Local Area Web Sites:

The Cortland Connection

City of Cortland

Cortland County Chamber of Commerce

Cortland Area Innkeepers Assoc.



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Credits: Drawing of downtown by Crawford & Stearns, Architects and Preservation Planners

 

Web Site Design
by Sue Reynolds of
The Cortland Connection

 

 

I would like to welcome everyone to our Homer site. Homer is a wonderful community for children and adults alike. Past and present blend like a good stew. I look forward to keeping our tradition and progress working together for the benefit of all in our community.

Best regards,
Mike McDermott, Mayor


Official Forms Now Available Online


Homer Business Association


Give Us Your 2 Cents
You have a direct line to the Mayor of Homer through our e-mail link.

Calendar of Events
See our calendar of events for details about these activities to entertain you and your family!

JANUARY

January 30, Eileen Ivers

FEBRUARY

February 5-6, Homer WinterFest

Join the bonfire Friday evening, with the Village of Homer Recreation sponsored dance from 7-9 pm. Begin Saturday with a pancake breakfast and then the parade. There are children’s events at the Elementary School, and antiques at the Intermediate School. You will need a team to enter the human dog sled race, or just go watch the fun! More information is posted at www.homerwinterfest.org.

February 13, Prime Time Funk w/Ronnie Leigh

February 20, ECPW Empire State DVD Taping

February 27, David Ruch Children’s Program

February 27, Peter Ostroushko & Beppe Gambetta

News 10 Now named Homer's thirteenth public reading of the Declaration of Independence reading as one of the "Top Stories" of their Fourth of July 2008 coverage. Watch a brief video now.

Download 2009-10 Fall Winter Recreation Brochure Now (pdf)


January Notices:

  • Village Board meets Tuesday, January 5, at 5:30 pm in the Board Room.
     
  • Village Planning Board meets Tuesday, January 12, at 7 pm in the Board Room (See Planning Board Application Deadlines)
        
  • Recreation Commission meets January 7 at 7 pm in the Recreation Office
     
  • ZBA meets January 28 at 7 pm in the Board Room. (See ZBA Application Deadlines)


Village of Homer Draft Comprehensive Plan Now Available

The Village of Homer is undertaking the development of a Comprehensive Plan to guide the future of the community. A comprehensive plan is a long-range document formally adopted by the local legislative body that provides focus for future municipal action and helps prioritize choices for the allocation of resources. Thoma Development Consultants has been hired by the Village to complete the plan. A local Steering Committee is guiding the process.

A draft of the Village of Homer Comprehensive Plan is available for download now.  Download the Draft Comprehensive Plan

Copies of the document are also available at the Village Offices, Town Hall Building, 31 N. Main Street, Homer and the Phillips Free Library, 37 S. Main Street, Homer.  A public hearing regarding the plan has been scheduled for Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at 6:30 pm in the Senior Center of the Town Hall Building, 31 N. Main Street.  A graphic display of plan highlights will be available for viewing starting at 6 pm.  Thoma staff will also be available.  Anyone from the public wishing to speak at the meeting will be asked to sign in prior to the start of the meeting.

Written comments regarding the plan may be sent via email to ann@thomadevelopment.com or via mail to Thoma Development Consultants, 34 Tompkins Street, Cortland, NY 13045.  Those wishing to speak to someone should call Thoma at 607-753-1433.

Download the Draft Comprehensive Plan


HCS Class Reunions:

For more information about class reunions visit www.homercentral.org.

Photo Gallery
Take a leisurely stroll through the Village of Homer Photo Gallery.

The Center for the Arts, located at 72 Main St. in Homer, provides exhibits, performances, schools, camps, conferences, workshops, studios, and administrative headquarters, all devoted to the visual and performing arts.


Not sure where Homer NY is? This location map will help you out.

Wondering how to get around once you are in the area? Cortland Transit buses provide service between Homer and Cortland from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. A complete schedule, route map, and information on Dial-a-Ride is available here.