CDRPC
Ethical Considerations in Planning and Zoning Decision-Making
Zoom WebinarEthical issues arise more frequently in planning and zoning decision-making than many realize. This presentation will include discussion of ethical legal requirements, conflicts of interest, recusal, site inspections and other related issues. Presented by Mark Schachner, Esq., Miller, Mannix, Schachner and Hafner, LLC This session has been submitted for 1.5 CM (no Ethics CMs have
CDRPC Webinar: Wetland Conservation: What Do We Have to Lose?
Zoom WebinarThis webinar will provide an introduction to the diversity of wetlands in the Hudson Valley and the benefits they provide for clean water, wildlife, and climate adaptation. In many planning situations, wetlands are viewed as notations on a site plan -- this webinar is designed to bring wetlands to life and expand understanding of their
CDRPC Webinar: Controversial Land Uses
Zoom WebinarMunicipalities are constantly faced with new and emerging controversial land uses, and determining how to regulate these land uses is one of the most challenging issues for any planning agency to resolve. From rural eyesores to unwelcome city neighbors, this program examines recent caselaw dealing with these controversial uses, including things like methadone clinics, homeless
CDRPC Local Government Workshop Webinar: Clean Energy in Your Community Solar and Energy Storage
Zoom WebinarThis session will provide an opportunity to review and discuss important considerations for managing clean energy development in your community. We will review NYSERDA's model zoning ordinances for solar and energy storage systems, highlighting key issues and guidelines for local officials looking to ensure a responsible and measured permitting process. The session will also touch
Regional Indicators Website Training
WebinarThis session will provide an overview of capitalregionindicators.org. Attendees will learn how to use the tool and explore uses for it. Capital Region Indicators is a joint initiative of the Capital District Regional Planning Commission (CDRPC), Capital Region Chamber, The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region and the Capital District Transportation Committee . This
NRBC State Economic and Infrastructure Development Investment Program Webinar
CDRPC is hosting an informational webinar about the NBRC's State Economic and Infrastructure Development Investment Program which has $4.6M in funding available for NYS. Up to $1 Million is available for eligible infrastructure projects and up to $350,000 for other eligible projects. Eligible Capital Region Counties- Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady Counties Workshop with Andrea Smith (NBRC) and Kyle
CDRPC Local Government Workshop Webinar: “CapitalRegionIndicators.org and Other Data Tools and Resources”
Zoom WebinarCDRPC staff will review capitalregionindicators.org. Capital Region Indicators is a joint initiative of the Capital District Regional Planning Commission (CDRPC), Capital Region Chamber, The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region and the Capital District Transportation Committee. This initiative seeks to help a wide variety of public and private organizations better understand the communities of
CDRPC Local Government Workshop Webinar: Comprehensive Plans: Gaining a Competitive Advantage for Your Community
Zoom WebinarMany communities do not have a strong, practical and useful comprehensive plan. MRB Group's SmarterlocalGov team works to strengthen municipal leaders and teams, and advocates planning practices as a community-building process. This session will discuss why a comprehensive plan is beneficial, what's inside a good comprehensive plan, and how it can affect your community's ability
CDRPC Local Government Workshop Webinar: Delivery Models for Resilience: A Case Study for New York’s Great Lakes Basin
Zoom WebinarAs a result of the record high-water levels on Lake Ontario and the associated flooding and erosion in 2017 and 2019, the NYSDOS Coastal Lakeshore Economy and Resiliency (CLEAR) Initiative is a new community engagement process that will support local communities in New York’s Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River region and educate stakeholders about
CDRPC Local Government Webinar: Review Board Procedures: The Who, What & How to Achieve Development Success
Zoom WebinarA comprehensive overview for municipal review boards, staff, elected officials, and the general public outlining the roles, procedures, and most importantly, parameters of influence on typical development review applications. Keeping attendees awake and engaged, this session will utilize interactive tools to challenge one's understanding of their role and reinforce best practices. We will work through