City of Binghamton

What City of Binghamton does

The City of Binghamton is a municipal government entity incorporated in 1867 and headquartered at 38 Hawley Street in Binghamton, New York (Broome County). It serves approximately 45,000+ residents through 24 operating departments including Police, Fire, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Water & Sewer, Finance, Assessment, Planning, and Economic Development, supported by 501-1,000 employees. The city delivers core municipal services — public safety, infrastructure maintenance, parks and recreation, code enforcement, vital statistics, refuse collection, and property tax assessment — alongside economic development programming through affiliated entities such as the Binghamton Local Development Corporation (BLDC), Binghamton Urban Renewal Agency (BURA), and the Water Street Development Corporation.

The city's service delivery infrastructure includes 36 parks and natural areas, six historic wooden carousels (the only collection of its kind globally, listed on the National Register of Historic Places), three large municipal pools, multiple sports fields, and four off-street parking facilities. Technology infrastructure centers on the Granicus government website platform for online services (bill payment, permits, forms), Flowbird-enabled smart parking meters, LAZ Parking-managed garages, and RecDesk for recreation program management. The city also operates cultural attractions including the LUMA Projection Festival, Blues on the Bridge, Porchfest, and holiday carousel rides, and hosts professional sports tenants (Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Binghamton Black Bears).

The city's revenue model is diversified across recurring and transactional streams: property and school taxes (City rate of $22.46 per $1,000 assessed value Homestead / $41.62 Non-Homestead for 2026), water and sewer utility billing, metered parking ($1.50/hour), building permits (0.75% of project cost, capped at $50,000), occupancy tax on hotel/motel stays, business and animal licenses, code enforcement fines, and lease income from sports and cultural tenants. Tax collection is administered through Broome County, and off-street parking is operated via a partnership with LAZ Parking. Distribution spans in-person service at City Hall, online self-service through the official portal, and direct department phone/email contact across all 24 departments.

Name

City of Binghamton

Legal name

City of Binghamton

Website

https://binghamton-ny.gov

Company type

Public

Founded year

1867

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

The City of Binghamton is a municipal government serving approximately 45,000 residents across 24 departments, delivering public safety, water/sewer, parks, permitting, parking, and economic development services through City Hall, a Granicus-powered online portal, and partnerships with Broome County, LAZ Parking, and the BLDC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213), Administration of Housing Programs (925110)

SIC

Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs) (BPAIACAJ), Public Works / In-House Municipal Collection Operations (EUAIAAAF)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Public administration
• City utilities operations
• Public safety services
• Local permitting and licensing

Headquarters

HQ city

Binghamton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Property and School Taxes: The City collects property taxes and school taxes through Broome County. Tax rates vary by property type (homestead vs non-homestead). City Tax 2026: $22.461361 (H) / $41.626449 (NH) per $1,000 assessed value.
2. Water and Sewer Bills: The Department of Water & Sewer generates revenue through water distribution and sewer services. Bills are mailed and collected by the Treasurer's Office.
3. Parking Fees: Metered parking at $1.50/hour, plus parking garage fees through LAZ Parking. Water Street Garage, Hawley Street Garage, State Street Garage, and Collier Street Lot available.
4. Building Permits and Licenses: Fees collected for building permits, plumbing licenses, electrical licenses, and other trade licenses. Fees range from $35 to $75 for small projects, 0.75% of estimated cost for projects over $20,000 (max $50,000).
5. Licenses and Permits: Various licenses including marriage licenses ($40), dog licenses ($15-$25), alarm licenses ($10), event permits, noise permits ($30), pawnbroker permits, peddler licenses, and other municipal licenses and permits.
6. Occupancy Tax: Tax collected on hotel/motel stays through the Finance Department.
7. Fines and Violations: Revenue from parking tickets, avoidable alarm fines ($25-$50), code enforcement fines ($37K mentioned for 263 Washington St), and other municipal violations.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The City of Binghamton is a municipal government that provides statutory local government services to residents, businesses, and property owners within the City of Binghamton, New York. Core offerings include public safety (police and fire), water and sewer utilities, refuse collection, street and infrastructure maintenance, parks and recreation, code enforcement, building permits, business licensing, tax assessment and collection, and parking enforcement. Operations are delivered through 24 departments staffed by 501-1,000 employees.

Product overview

The City of Binghamton operates a comprehensive municipal government website providing public services to residents and visitors. The city's offerings include recreation facilities (36 parks, 6 historic carousels, 3 large pools, and sports fields), parking infrastructure (4 off-street garages/lots with Flowbird mobile payment), permit and licensing services (building, event, marriage, dog licenses), economic development programs (BLDC loans, business plan competition), and employment services (civil service exams, job postings via RecDesk). The Recreation Park Carousel operates seasonally with hours varying by time of year; pools operate from late May through early September with free admission. The city also manages downtown parking with LAZ Parking as the operator.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Binghamton Local Development Corporation (BLDC): Economic development corporation providing low-interest loans and business support services
• Binghamton Urban Renewal Agency (BURA)
• BLDC-EAP Business Plan Competition

Products and services

• Public Safety Services (Police and Fire) Police patrol, emergency response, fire suppression, EMS, and code enforcement delivered by the City's police and fire departments to residents, businesses, and visitors within city limits.
• Water and Sewer Utilities Potable water supply, wastewater collection, and treatment services billed to residential and commercial customers within the City.
• Refuse and Recycling Collection Curbside collection of household trash, recycling, and bulk items for residential and commercial accounts within the City.
• Parks and Recreation Programs Operation of city parks, recreational facilities, youth and adult programs, and seasonal activities available to Binghamton residents and visitors.
• Building Permits and Inspections Issuance of building, electrical, plumbing, and demolition permits, plus required inspections, for residential and commercial construction within the City.
• Business Licensing Issuance of local business licenses required to lawfully operate within Binghamton city limits.
• Property Tax Assessment and Collection Annual assessment of real property and billing/collection of property taxes for City of Binghamton residents and commercial property owners.
• Parking Services Operation of city parking meters, lots, and garages plus parking enforcement within downtown Binghamton.
• Public Works and Street Maintenance

Quantifiable outcome

• 36 parks and natural areas maintained by Parks & Recreation Department
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GranicuscoreTechnology or IntegrationWebsite platform provider connecting people and government. Designed and maintains the City of Binghamton official website.
• LAZ ParkingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManages off-street parking facilities including Water Street Garage, Hawley Street Garage, State Street Garage, and Collier Street Lot. Handles monthly parking reservations and customer service.
• FlowbirdcoreTechnology or IntegrationParking meter and mobile app provider for metered parking throughout downtown Binghamton.
• Binghamton Local Development Corporation (BLDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity-affiliated economic development corporation offering low-interest loans to businesses since 1982. Co-organizer of annual Business Plan Competition with SUNY Broome EAP.
• SUNY Broome Entrepreneurial Assistance Program (EAP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides entrepreneurship support services, workshops, and counseling. Co-organizer of annual BLDC-EAP Business Plan Competition. Offers certificate programs in business management.
• Binghamton University Koffman Southern Tier IncubatorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity-affiliated business incubator. Provides co-working space, mentorship, and resources for competition winners. Third-place prize includes 3-month co-working membership.
• Broome County Animal SheltercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProvides dog shelter services through Front Street Dog Shelter for the City of Binghamton's animal control operations.
• Broome CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollects City and County property taxes and school taxes on behalf of the City. Provides GIS services and real property tax services.
• The Agency/Broome County Industrial Development AgencycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level industrial development agency providing economic development incentives and tailored incentive packages for businesses relocating or expanding.
• Greater Binghamton Chamber of CommercecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness membership organization. BLDC President Patrick Doyle is affiliated with the Chamber. Competition winners receive one-year memberships.
• Small Business Development Center (SBDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides small business development resources and counseling services referenced on the Economic Development page.
• Triple Cities MakerspaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides one-year memberships as prizes for Business Plan Competition winners.
• Binghamton Philharmonic OrchestraminorOthersRegional orchestra providing cultural performances. Listed as an attraction on city's community page.
• Binghamton Zoo at Ross ParkminorOthersRegional zoo attraction. Listed as a city attraction, though operated by Ross Park Zoological Society.
• Roberson Museum and Science CenterminorOthersRegional museum and science center. Listed as a city attraction.
• Visit Binghamton (Greater Binghamton CVB)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerConvention and Visitors Bureau promoting tourism. Referenced for carousel information, visitor center, and event promotion.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• City of Syracuse, New York: Larger New York municipal government that operates the same suite of services (water, parking, permits, parks, planning, economic development) but at a meaningfully greater scale. Comparable as a same-state incumbent offering the same service categories.
• City of Albany, New York: New York State capital city government providing the same comprehensive municipal services at a larger scale. Comparable as a same-state incumbent showcasing a broader operational portfolio and budget base.

Direct peers

• City of Ithaca, New York: New York municipal government providing water/sewer, parking, permits, and parks services, with strong university-tied economic development (Cornell). Comparable across service categories and same-state regulatory environment.
• City of Schenectady, New York: Mid-sized New York municipal government with comparable service mix including water/sewer, code enforcement, parking authority, and economic development arms. Operates at similar population scale and in the same Upstate/NY family of cities.
• City of Utica, New York: Upstate New York municipal government of similar size and economic profile, delivering the same comprehensive municipal services (public safety, water/sewer, permits, parks, economic development) to a comparable population. Directly comparable as a same-state peer of similar scale and challenger-region dynamics.
• City of Elmira, New York: Smaller Upstate New York city government in the Southern Tier region with very similar economic development, parks, and public works focus. Directly comparable as a peer in the same regional economic context as Binghamton.
• City of Kingston, New York: New York municipal government administering similar services including parking, permits, planning, water/sewer, and parks. Directly comparable based on role, services, and same-state regulatory environment.
• City of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania: Northeastern Pennsylvania municipal government of comparable size offering the same core municipal services (public safety, water/sewer, parks, permits, economic development). Closely comparable peer in terms of scale and operating model.
• City of Scranton, Pennsylvania: Similar-sized post-industrial northeastern U.S. city providing comparable municipal services including water, parking authority, permits, and code enforcement. Directly comparable based on scale, economic profile, and service mix.

Others

• Broome County, New York: County government that shares service delivery with Binghamton (tax collection, dog shelter, GIS, real property tax services) and is a key operational partner. Directly entangled with the city and useful as a same-jurisdiction baseline for governance scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CityBing
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCAgSRiU_Whbff5Z9Rc2aBFg
• Facebookfacebook.com/cityofbinghamtonny
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/city-of-binghamton

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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