We are less than a month away from NYCOM's Winter Legislative Meeting, February 2-4 at the Marriott Albany. This important gathering of city and village officials coincides with state budget negotiations and affords NYCOM members the opportunity to highlight our funding and policy priorities. This meeting also allows local leaders to share successful strategies for addressing the many challenges you face as you work to improve your communities and provide essential services to your residents.
Attendees will have the chance to:
- Learn about the key provisions impacting municipalities in Governor Hochul's Executive Budget proposal and help shape the final state budget due to be adopted April 1, 2025.
- Hear from a representative from the National League of Cities who will provide an overview of what to expect from the new administration in Washington.
- Learn about recently enacted laws and their implications for cities and villages, including new requirements for municipal websites and short-term rental registration and taxation.
- Hear from statewide elected officials regarding their local government priorities.
- Participate in workshops on topical issues, such as:
- Accessing State Funding for Economic Development and Infrastructure
- Innovative Solutions for Emergency Medical Service Delivery
- Lead Service Line Replacement
- Intermunicipal Agreements: Understanding the Risk
- Battery Storage Siting in NYS
- TIF, Tax Exemptions and Other Economic Development Tools
- Navigating the Challenges Surrounding Local Code Enforcement
- Resources and Strategies for Successful Housing Development
- Meet with your state legislators and other policymakers to ensure that your municipality has a voice in shaping state budget and policy decisions.
- Connect with vendors who provide vital products and services to your community
