Schuyler County, with Watkins Glen at its core, is a tourism-driven economy—hosting 200,000 visitors annually for motorsport, wine tasting, and Finger Lakes experiences. Commercial activity centers on hospitality real estate (boutique lodging, restaurants, wineries), upstream agribusiness innovation, and professional services. The Village’s master plan supports infill redevelopment, pedestrian corridors, EV infrastructure, and small-scale commercial expansions leveraging the Gorge and Raceway draws. The County IDA offers site-ready vineyard acres and business assistance for hospitality ventures, while utilities upgrades and facade funds are being directed toward downtown districts.