Location: Syracuse Center of Excellence, Room 203, 727 E Washington St., Syracuse, NY 13210

Description: Join the New York State Office of Community Renewal, Syracuse University Environmental Finance Center, and local planning leaders for this no-cost hybrid event and explore how municipalities can successfully leverage New York State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to meet critical community development needs. Guest speakers will provide insight into effective strategies, case studies, and key priorities for CDBG funding. This event will cover the full range of traditional CDBG funding opportunities, including water and built infrastructure, planning, and other municipal needs. Additionally, priority CDBG activities for 2025 will be highlighted, which include:

• Accessibility modifications in public buildings
• Senior Centers and Congregate Meal Sites
• Emergency Facilities and Equipment
• Infrastructure in support of existing housing
• Microenterprise programs

In-person attendance is encouraged but limited to 35 seats. Sessions will be live-streamed for hybrid viewing. If you would like to attend virtually, please indicate so on the registration form. Prior to registration, please check the list of eligible communities to make sure that your community is eligible to receive CDBG funding. Lunch will be provided for all in-person attendees.

Speakers:

• Jes Eckerlin, Program Assistant, Syracuse University Environmental Finance Center
• Charlie Philion, Program Director Community Development, New York State Homes & Community Renewal
• Cassandra Buell, Director of Planning, Lewis County
• Mike Bourcy, Director, Jefferson County Planning Agency

Who Should Attend:

We strongly encourage you to attend if your community has never applied or never received Community Development Block Grant funding. Town supervisors, village mayors, city managers, municipal board members, county and local planning staff, community development directors, fiscal officers, and anyone involved or interested in planning, funding, or implementing public projects in New York State.

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