NORWICH – County lawmakers adopted resolutions this month aimed at spurring on the economy.

The Planning and Economic Development Committee requested and received approval for $14,500 to continue a second year of improvements to the county’s campgrounds at Gaius Cook Park in the Town of Greene.

The county spent $16,500 last year to repair the pond’s drainage system and clear the boat launch area, replace worn bridges; build stone walls; clear trails and a picnic area; plant hardwoods and flowers; and erect directional signs.

Phase two would include further work on trails - making some barrier free and incorporating a railing for the handicapped - additional signage, fencing in the playground area, completing the stone entrance walls and advertising strategies.

County supervisors also agreed to grant Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County $5,150 for ag related marketing and promotional activities. The county has granted a total of $33,250 to the extension since 2002.

Both expenditures will be made from the from county’s capital project account for infrastructure, promotion and business development.