The Town of Bethany, located on the southern border of Genesee County, New York, was established in 1812 and covers 36 square miles. With a population of approximately 1,700 people residing in over 655 households, the town is predominantly farmland, comprising 90% of its area. Bethany is divided into four different school districts and offers various town services, including licenses, property taxes, and community information.
Bethany residents have been facing a severe water shortage, with many wells running dry. To address this issue, the town has set up a water tanker at the Bethany Town Hall for residents to fill their water totes. Additionally, bottled drinking water has been donated by local businesses, and the town is distributing it to those affected. The town board has taken measures to conserve water and protect the well-being of its residents, canceling all activities and rentals at the Town Hall until further notice. Bethany is also actively working on implementing a new water district to provide town water to its residents.
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