Cattaraugus County (population 80317)
Name of service/government operation: Cattaraugus County
Form of sharing: various tools and equipment
Services affected: all types
Year started: 2008
Partners: various town and villages
Primary goal(s)/motivation(s): use various equipment without bearing THE FULL COST meet to decide
What planning process preceded the sharing? meet to decide what to purchase
What governance structures and/or agreements are required to maintain this agreement? inter-municipal sharing agreements cost savings
Benefits: can use without having to purchase
Impact on budget: cost savings on purchase price