The Town of Southport is located in the southwest corner of Chemung County and is southwest of the City of Elmira. It is part of the Elmira, New York Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The Town of Southport is a
diverse community with attractive
neighborhoods, successful businesses,
productive agricultural areas, and
protected rural lands. Residents regard
the feeling of community, abundant
historic and recreational resources,
traditional character and good
governance as important reasons to
settle here. The Town continues to build
partnerships to grow its economy,
provide desirable housing choices, and
retain and attract new residents and
businesses. In doing so, Southport is a
leader in the Southern Tier, working
with neighboring municipalities on
transportation and land use while
making thoughtful decisions about its
own growth and conservation.