News

New administrator appointed in Cortland County

New administrator appointed in Cortland County

Michael Ponticello, the newly appointed Cortland County administrator Photo: Saga Communications/Cortland County


CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) — Months after the position became available, the Cortland County Legislature has OK’d a new administrator.

Michael Ponticello was approved Thursday by unanimous vote. He currently works in Broome County as a deputy county executive. “We are excited to welcome Michael to Cortland County,” said Kevin Fitch, Chair of the Cortland County Legislature. “His knowledge of local government, dedication to public service, and commitment to improving services for residents make him an excellent fit as our next County Administrator.”

In his new role, Ponticello will serve as Cortland County’s chief administrative officer, overseeing the county’s day-to-day operations and preparing the annual budget. “I am honored to be selected as Cortland County’s next County Administrator,” Ponticello said. I look forward to working closely with the Legislature, department heads, employees, and community partners to continue strengthening services, advancing strategic goals, and ensuring we are good stewards of taxpayer resources. Having dedicated my career to public service in our region, I am excited for the opportunity to bring my experience to Cortland County and to help build a strong and sustainable future for the community.”

Fitch had been serving as interim administrator since Rob Corpora’s retirement in May. Ponticello has a start date of Oct. 6, 2025.

Recent Headlines

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Q&A: Mariah Carey enters ‘the era of me’ with her first album in 7 years

Seven years after her last album and 35 years into a powerhouse career, Mariah Carey continues her reign as the queen of pop and R&B with "Here for It All."

5 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday

ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel's late night show in the wake of criticism over his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, officials with the network said Monday.

5 days ago in National, Trending

4.3 magnitude earthquake jolts the San Francisco Bay Area and people report feeling a sharp shake

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.3 rocked the San Francisco Bay Area early Monday, waking up many people, with more 22,000 saying they felt it, according to the United States Geological Survey.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Release party for Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album is coming to AMC theaters

Taylor Swift is heading back to the big screen next month, and fans are already lining up for tickets. AMC Theatres announced on Friday that it will host a release party for Swift's 12th studio album, " The Life of a Showgirl," which is set to debut Oct. 3.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James who co-wrote ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ dies in plane crash

Grammy award-winning country songwriter Brett James, whose string of top hits includes "Jesus, Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood and "When the Sun Goes Down" by Kenny Chesney, died in a plane crash in North Carolina, authorities said Friday. He was 57.