Conference Updates: Deadline to Submit a Session for the Annual Conference Extended

Conference Updates: Deadline to Submit a Session for the Annual Conference Extended

Deadline extended until April 25, 2025: Are you a subject matter expert with a passion for sharing knowledge? We want to learn from you at the Annual Conference, October 8-10 in Rochester.

Complete the Call for Session Presentations Application to be considered for Conference faculty and the opportunity to present to a statewide audience, and network within the larger APA NYU community.

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Job Opening: Planning Department in Oneida County

The Oneida County Department of Planning is looking to bring on a new employee to join their team! 

Depending on the individual’s background, positions range from entry level as a planning specialist to chief planner for those with experience in the field. Those with professional planning experience are encouraged to apply.

 Planning Specialist

Planner

Senior Planner

Associate Planner

Principal Planner (NYHELP Program)

Chief Planner (NYHELP Program)

Learn more about each level of the position by visiting our website at https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps

 

 

2025 Empire State Greenways Conference - Call for Presentations Deadline Extended to April 30

2025 Empire State Greenways Conference - Call for Presentations Deadline Extended to April 30

Join Parks & Trails New York in Kingston, October 15-17 for Creating Connections: The 2025 Empire State Greenways Conference! The conference committee is seeking presentation proposals to create a dynamic program around the solutions for developing, maintaining, and enhancing greenway trails in every corner of the state and beyond. The deadline for submitting a proposal has been extended to April 30, 2025.  Find more information and submit a proposal on the conference webpage

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RFP: Zoning Ordinance Update for the Town of Wales

The Town of Wales (hereafter the “Town”) is seeking Proposals from LAND USE PLANNING FIRMS (hereafter “Consultant”) to prepare an updated Zoning Ordinance, an updated Solar Energy Systems Law, and to develop a Short-Term Rentals Law. Proposers interested in responding are invited to review this request and submit required materials.

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☘️ March Board Member Feature: George Frantz

☘️ March Board Member Feature: George Frantz

𝗔𝗣𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗨𝗽𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 ☘️ 𝗟𝗨𝗖𝗞𝗬 ☘️ 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. The role of a board member is giving of your time, treasure and talent. Education Officer George Frantz has been doing just that for APA NYU since 1993!

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RFQ: Professional Services for the Preparation of the South Main Street Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Nomination Study for the Town of Eden

RFQ: Professional Services for the Preparation of the South Main Street Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Nomination Study for the Town of Eden

The Town of Eden is seeking to retain a Consultant, or team of Consultants to provide professional services to oversee and coordinate the development of a Brownfield Opportunity Area (“BOA”) Plan with funding provided by the New York State Department of State (“DOS”). The BOA Plan will result in a detailed description and analysis of the existing conditions, development opportunities, and reuse potential of parcels located in the proposed BOA. The study will strategically focus on key sites that are perceived as catalysts for redevelopment of the entire BOA.

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Job Opening: Commissioner of Planning for the Town of Clay

Job Opening: Commissioner of Planning for the Town of Clay

The Town of Clay, New York (est. pop. 60,000) is a bustling high growth community located in Onondaga County, the core of the Syracuse Metropolitan Statistical Area. Clay is the most populous suburb of Syracuse and the largest town in the county and is home to a diverse economy spanning small family- owned businesses, national retail chains, and a wide range of service-sector and manufacturing operations. Businesses looking to establish or expand in Clay benefit from a pro-business environment supported by a skilled and educated workforce, strategic commercial and industrial zoning, modern infrastructure, and a strong consumer base.

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Job Opening: Executive Director for Central New York Land Trust

Job Opening: Executive Director for Central New York Land Trust

The Executive Director leads the Central New York Land Trust’s land conservation efforts, guides stewardship, oversees internal staff, manages finances, nurtures key fundraising relationships, and works in partnership with an active and dedicated Board of Directors to responsibly guide the success of the organization.

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Job Opening: Grant Manager at G&G Municipal Consulting and Grant Writing

Job Opening: Grant Manager at G&G Municipal Consulting and Grant Writing

The Grant Manager will work collaboratively with the grant writing team to identify and research funding opportunities for municipal clients, including foundation, local, state, and federal grants. This role requires strong research, evaluation, and communication skills to effectively assess and relay funding opportunities. The Grant Manager will oversee the entire grant lifecycle, from opportunity identification to post-award management, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.

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Job Opening: Provisional Senior Planner for the City of Saratoga Springs

Job Opening: Provisional Senior Planner for the City of Saratoga Springs

This position performs a range of intermediate professional duties relating to City planning, zoning, urban design, economic and community  development and for assisting in the preparation of City planning policy documents, land use plans, regulations and reports. This position requires  considerable communication with public officials, civic organizations, lawyers, architects, engineers, land surveyors, developers, contractors and the  public. General supervision is provided by the Administrator of the office of Planning and Economic Development. Supervision may be exercised over  the work of lower level staff and seasonal employees or interns. This incumbent does related work as required. 

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RFQ: Real Estate Development and Planning Consultants for Empire State Development

RFQ: Real Estate Development and Planning Consultants for Empire State Development

As part of the 2024 State of the State and the FY2025 Enacted Budget, Governor Hochul outlined a vision for addressing New York State’s housing crisis to make the State more affordable and livable for all New Yorkers. The Real Estate and Planning Division of ESD is focused on bringing this plan to fruition by redeveloping underutilized State-owned sites to create housing opportunities.

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Job Opening: Planner for Orleans County

Job Opening: Planner for Orleans County

This is an entry professional position involving responsibility for exercising independent judgment in the direct undertaking of professional planning work and related research. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Planning and Development and requires independent responsibility and a high level of professional performance in planning, assigning, reviewing, coordinating, facilitating, and undertaking a variety of complex planning tasks.

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Job Opening: The Planning Team Lead of Cares of NY

Job Opening: The Planning Team Lead of Cares of NY

 The Planning Team Lead is a critical role that oversees the regulatory and compliance activities for Continuum of Care Boards and Membership and consults on Systems-related work. This role is vital in meeting the requirements set forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) outlined in the prepared Scopes of Work signed with affiliated Continuums of Care (CoC), and leads discussions to facilitate successful outcomes. The activities of the Planning Team Lead fall within these main categories:

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