ENDICOTT, N.Y. — Broome County on Tuesday launched the largest demolition project in the county’s history as work began to tear down the former IBM buildings on the Phoenix Campus in Endicott.
The effort will clear the way for future development on the site, the county announced in a press release.
“These buildings have stood vacant for decades, hindering growth and development in our region,” County Executive Jason Garnar said in the release. “With this demolition, we’re creating Broome County’s largest shovel-ready site, which will attract businesses and jobs, while also preserving the historical significance of the property.”
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The Phoenix Campus, with proximity to infrastructure including electricity, natural gas, water, and transportation networks, will be poised for development once demolition is complete. However, the historic Clocktower Building will remain intact, helping preserve the parcel’s history. It includes the former office of IBM’s Thomas J. Watson, giving a nod to the site’s past as a hub of innovation.
“By demolishing these long-vacant buildings while preserving an iconic emblem of Empire State innovation, Endicott is using smart community revitalization to promote economic opportunity and a more vibrant future for its residents,” Empire State President, CEO, and Commissioner Hope Knight said.
The demolition, led by Gorick Construction, is supported by $6 million in funding from the state to the village of Endicott and $2 million from the county through the American Rescue Plan Act.
“After decades of effort, the old IBM group of buildings are finally being demolished, making way for new development,” New York State Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo said. “While we approach this demolition with hope for the future, we are also mindful of what these buildings meant to the community. The innovative spirit of IBM will live on through new development, thanks to the collective efforts of state and local government.”
“Today marks a pivotal moment for Endicott and all of Broome County as the largest demolition project in the county’s history at the former IBM buildings on the Phoenix Campus begins,” New York State Senator Lea Webb said. “This effort will breathe new life into a site with incredible potential. With $5 million in combined support from New York state and Broome County, this project is transforming decades of stagnation into a future filled with opportunity.”
