Why Seneca County?

 
“Our Varick facility wouldn’t be where it is today without the help of the Seneca County IDA. Not only do they know the ins and outs of the area, but they partnered with us every step of the way to ensure our success.”
— Paul Perrotto, Chief Financial Officer, Hillside Family of Agencies

Seneca County Facts

Projects from recent years:

  • BonaDent Dental Laboratories

  • Deep Dairy Products

  • Deer Haven Park

  • del Lago Resort & Casino

  • Hipshot Products

  • ITT Goulds Pumps

  • Madison HNJ LLC

  • Pine Tree Farms

  • Scepter Inc.

  • Waterloo Container

  • Waterloo Downtown Properties

A short line railroad connects with CSX,
Norfolk southern and Canadian pacific class 1 rail companies.

The first woman’s rights convention in the United States was held in Seneca Falls in 1848.

Women shopping at Waterloo mall in Seneca County

Nestled between two of New York’s most picturesque lakes—Seneca and Cayuga—Seneca County is home to both true natives and new neighbors. The county’s natural landmarks, like Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge and the Finger Lakes National Forest, attract a diverse crowd of recreation enthusiasts who take part in a wealth of outdoor excursions.

Acres upon acres of lush, rolling hills are filled with more than two dozen wineries that create the famous, world-class Finger Lakes wines you love. And its central location provides easy access to tourist attractions like Niagara Falls, the Adirondack Mountains and Cooperstown from major cities, including New York, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo and Toronto.

Visitors and transplants alike fall in love with the friendly, genuine spirit of hospitality that is indeed part of Seneca County’s heritage.

Places to Visit

Scenic picture of hills of Seneca County

You don’t have to leave Seneca County to experience a dose of culture. Dotted throughout the area are museums and historical societies that celebrate our county’s role in shaping America. Seneca County is, after all, the birthplace of Memorial Day and the site of the first Woman’s Rights Convention.

Workforce Information

Located in the heart of the world-renowned Finger Lakes region, Seneca County is home to Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge and the Finger Lakes National Forest, ensuring nature lovers easy access to boating, fishing, hunting, biking, camping, nature watching, cross-country skiing and other outdoor activities.

Due to the region’s ideal geography and near-perfect growing conditions, vintners have flocked to Seneca County. Our hillsides are lined with acres of vineyards growing the grapes that have made world-class Finger Lakes wines so famous. More than two dozen wineries are located in Seneca County, and dozens more are just a short drive away. And thanks to its central location, major cities—including New York, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo and Toronto—and Northeast tourist attractions, such as Niagara Falls, the Adirondack Mountains and Cooperstown, are all easy day trips. However, you don’t have to leave Seneca County to see the sights! In addition to outstanding recreational opportunities, Seneca County is rich in history. As the birthplace of Memorial Day and the site of the first Woman’s Rights Convention, Waterloo and Seneca Falls have long been gathering places for advocacy of human rights. The Women’s Rights National Historical Park, National Women’s Hall of Fame, National Memorial Day Museum, and other museums and historical societies celebrate our county’s role in shaping America.

Perhaps even more than its attractions and natural beauty, visitors and transplants alike love the genuinely friendly spirit of hospitality that is truly part of Seneca County’s heritage. We look forward to welcoming you and your business to our home.

 

Case Studies

 

ITT GOULDS PUMPS

A global leader in producing pumps for the industrial sector, ITT Goulds Pumps has played an integral role in Seneca County’s municipal and industrial water market since 1848.

HIPSHOT PRODUCTS, INC.

Hipshot Products Inc. was founded in 1982 when David Borisoff found himself in the shop more often than on stage. With a wife and toddler, he decided show business was no way to support his family.