We need the help of Cornell’s alumni and friends in communicating how proposed legislation would impact Cornell and other institutions of higher education. Please join our Legislative Advocacy Network and contact your elected state and federal representatives to urge them to preserve core state and federal support for Cornell and higher education.
Welcome to the Office of Community Relations! Our office represents Cornell to the community, and just as importantly, the community to Cornell. Our mission is to advise university officials and departments on matters that have community implications. “Town-gown” issues that we frequently address involve construction, environmental health, housing, planning, purchasing, safety, and transportation. Read more about us
Economic Impact Statement
Cornell University's economic impact on New York State.
President David Skorton's Ithaca Journal op-ed
President David Skorton's Ithaca Journal op-ed on Cornell's $20M investment, and related information on housing and transportation. Choose the resource links below available for your review.
Cayuga Lake Watershed Network (CLWN)
Noise Ordinance
Below, please find a copy of the City of Ithaca Noise Ordinance. Questions regarding this legislation can be forwarded to the City Clerk's Office at (607) 274-6570.
Cornell University
110 Day Hall
Ithaca NY 14853-2801
Phone: 607-255-4908
Fax: 607-255-5396
E-mail: community_relations@cornell.edu