Events

SEDC's Meet the Consultants: #AmericanSouth Site Selection Summit is a premier national event, bringing together Site Selection Consultants and economic development experts.

SCEDA will once again bring its members together for its Annual Conference to provide education and networking opportunities to help our members get ahead and embrace changes in the industry.

The New York State Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) is an association of, and for, cities and villages in New York.

With over 1400 members, New York Rural Water Association, Inc. (NYRWA) is the largest membership organization representing small water/wastewater systems in the state.

The New York State Economic Development Council is the state's principal organization representing economic development professionals.

SCCCMA holds two conferences a year, in January and in May, with the goal of providing professional development and networking opportunities for our members.

Wetlands are among the most critical ecological assets in any community. New York State has taken a proactive stance on regulating development impacts that could threaten the environmental value of these key areas.

The Southern Tier West Annual Local Government Conference provides information sharing and training opportunities for elected and appointed local government officials. ​

STC serves Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben counties, and works with the local governments, economic and community development organizations, human services agencies, and nonprofits within them to identify issues and provide solutions.

Area variances vs. use variances. Statutory tests. Public Hearings. There are so many nuts and bolts to zoning boards’ roles and responsibilities. In your time on the board, you’ll see a wide variety of projects, and be asked to take action in lots of different ways.

A recent survey of nationwide developers and investors cited the local regulatory landscape as the number one risk when considering new investments. Communities must clearly define the types of development you are seeking, and shape your regulations to accelerate the development review process if you hope to attract investment.

This landmark event will bring together more than 700 of the world’s leading economy builders, visionary leaders, and changemakers for three days of powerful learning, transformative collaboration, and unforgettable experiences.

Of the many threats to water quality in a community, stormwater runoff is among the highest risks. State and local regulations, and the review approach of planning/zoning boards and local staff can be your best defense for stormwater pollution.

Local leaders should always be focused on maximizing resources for your community priorities. Federal and state grant programs are vast, and getting more diverse every year. From planning and community development initiatives to large scale infrastructure projects, there’s a grant resource for almost any program or project imaginable.

We’ll close out the year with a fun session on who got it really right and who might have missed the boat in 2026. We’ll provide case studies on the best examples of great development review, and a few pitfalls discovered by your neighbors that you should avoid going into the New Year.