In the KNOWWINTER/SPRING2022 A Quarterly Publication for Member Investors of the Sullivan County Partnership For Economic Development DevelopmentEconomic The Foundation for Thriving Communities
As outbreaks from the latest Covid variant subside, the longer and warmer days ahead signal the approach of construction season.
Marc Baez Chief Executive Officer
With a burgeoning tech economy, where people can work from a second or primary home, we have the formula for a diverse economy that can create sub-in dustries—construction, entertainment, restaurants, and more. And that’s what we call economic development. It’s the foundation for vibrant, thriving communities. It’s finding a diverse balance to meet the evolving needs of our society while ensuring that we can provide basic needs to our communities so that our families can work, play, and enjoy where they live. It’s a culmination of the Partnership’s consistent push to help grow our economy, diversify it as much as possible, and help grow the middle class.
FROM THE EconomicCEO Development is the Foundation for Prosperous Communities.
Our world has changed dramatically over the past two years. A significant shift is occurring in industrial-com mercial development and logistics driven by supply chain woes and consumer demand for goods, food, even vehicles—delivered directly to our homes. As a result, demand for warehouse space has surpassed 1 billion square feet nationwide as we shift from a “just in time” to a “just in case” economy. Corporations cannot function when container ships sit in ports for months at a time.
In this issue, we focus on economic development— what it means to the fabric of a community, its effect on business, the requirements that are crucial to economic development and the challenges developers and communities face in today’s political and social environment. Understanding the fundamentals, regulatory hurdles, and the anti-development sentiment is critical as we seek to attract more business. Economic development is more challenging and essential than ever, from site selection, infrastructure, environmental impacts, and reviews to the financial implications of proposed projects failing to advance.
Please read the articles written by our memberinvestors. Some run companies that are invested, thriving, and prospering here. Others are the experts on the front lines working to build a more robust foundation so our economy can grow now, and well into the future.
Tourism continues to evolve and grow in Sullivan County, pushing for high-end outdoor-focused desti nations. These low-impact, environmentally friendly projects bring high tax ratables with minimal pressure on a municipality’s cost of service budgets.
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Throughout the winter, engineers, land use attorneys, and developers have been busy guiding new indus trial-commercial and tourism projects through their respective approval processes. It’s been quite a while since we’ve seen so much activity here in Sullivan County. And it’s a positive sign for our economy because it means we’re developing a diverse portfolio of industries.
Companies like those that promote pre-packaged meals such as Hello Fresh and Blue Apron have created a demand for an estimated 300 million square feet of last-mile cold storage space. This phenomenon is trending upward with no end in sight. Communities not ready—or that push back against manufacturing and warehouse projects—will be bypassed. The hard truth is that many need the ratables and financial benefits this industry sector provides. Further, the deployment of AI automation lessens the demand for workers, thus circumventing challenging workforce issues.
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Culinary Arts students in the kitchen
Roughly 26% of graduating seniors continue their education at a two or four-year college or trade school, and 15% of the students go directly into the workforce. BOCES CTE students provide the businesses of Sullivan County with excellent candidates for the local Sullivanworkforce.BOCES, together with its community partners, is committed to training our future workforce while giving students a place to explore careers and shape their dreams!
Students work hands on in the Auto Technology program
The programs at the CTE Center are consistently
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The primary goal of the Career & Tech Center is to provide students with the training and skills needed to succeed and be a reliable source to help communities build and maintain their workforce.
Sullivan County has a history of having a limited pool of trained, skilled workers. Businesses who have worked with Sullivan BOCES understand that the Career & Technical Education Center (CTE) is an untapped resource for trained workers.
The Career & Tech Center instructional staff are former business owners, chefs, foremen, or trade specialists who have left the private sector to share their knowledge. This dedicated team prides itself on helping students learn about the many professions within that industry and the skills needed to succeed in the career of their choice.
As a part of their training, students participate in internships at local businesses. Those businesses build relationships and provide the students with the chance to demonstrate their knowledge in their trade. For many students, these internships turn into summer jobs and full-time positions. In most cases, the internship experience leaves a lasting impression on the student, showing them that there are good jobs and numerous career opportunities available in Sullivan County.
The Career & Tech Center provides high school students with industry-standard, hands-on training in thirteen industry clusters. This equates to thousands of different professions, all of which benefit the needs of businesses throughout Sullivan County.
Control, just to name a few. The CTE students’ education, training, and certifications give them a better understanding of their trade requirements and grant them preferential hiring.
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evolving. Each instructor works with an advisory board consisting of local industry professionals to ensure that current industry standards and skill sets are incorporat ed into the curriculum. Classrooms are also structured as real-life work environments, allowing students to learn in a realistic work setting while teaching work ethic, professionalism, productivity, and teamwork.
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Upon graduation, CTE students are ready for entry-level employment and possess several in dustry-recognized certifications, including OSHA 10, ServeSafe, CNA, HEAT, Drone Aviation Certification (FAA), Security Guard, NYSDEC Stormwater & Erosion
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“We are proud and honored to play an active role in this relationship-driven network of professionals that are continuing to shape Sullivan County’s growth and prosperity.”
They have proudly taken part in major projects in the private sector such as Pepsico-FritoLay’s (formerly Ideal Snacks) addition of truck access and parking facilities, performing all related land clearing, site work, drainage and paving needed to support their continued growth. SSS also completed the paving in its entirety at the new Eldred Preserve, a stunning new destination site for
Superior Surfacing has also been the proud “go to” contractor for Garnet Health; having performed a major rehabilitation of the infrastructure at the previously named Catskill Regional Medical Center to most recently the repaving of Grover Hermann Hospital in Callicoon, also a part of Garnet Health Group.
“It is our intention to not only sustain Superior Surfacing Systems involvement in this growth and become a more visible and active participant, but to accelerate and promote our capabilities and interest in the process, says SSS owner Keith Reardon. “One quickly comes to the realization that we are all connected and have a significant impact on each other’s extended opportuni ties and success stories,” he adds.
locals and tourists as well. This magnificent project is yet another example of major investment in Sullivan County’s future, offering employment opportunities for local residents, goods and services providers and all contractors involved in both the construction and maintenance of the facility.
All of these projects not only improve quality of life and services for county residents, but continue to supply “trickle down” business activity and opportunities for local business owners.
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— Keith Reardon, President Superior Surfacing Systems Bloomingburg, NY
They continue to seek employees from within the county to expand their workforce and management team as well as regularly utilizing local sub-contractors, material suppliers and trucking firms to round out their reliable and valued network of resources.
Effect on Local Businesses
contractors in their industry. They perform commercial paving, excavation and site work, concrete work and pavement restoration focusing on large commercial properties. They also specialize in the design and construction of sport courts.
Sullivan County’s recent and pending resurgence is an exciting and hopeful time for all who live, do business, and engage in all of the hidden treasures and opportunities that the area offers. As an invested local contracting firm, Superior Surfacing Systems, has benefited from this growth and is poised to continue to expand their involvement.
Superior Surfacing Systems, Ltd. is a full-service Commercial Asphalt Contractor serving Orange, Sullivan, Rockland, Westchester, Dutchess Counties in New York State & Northern New Jersey. They enjoy the reputation of being one of the area’s most highly respected
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If you are an owner of an operator of a vehicle fleet registered in New York State and you are considering
Business Direct Install Pathway Program:
Orange & Rockland Utilities offers incentive rates to qualifying commercial electric customers locating to – or expanding within – the company’s New York service territory. This incentive is designed to help ease the cost of making major relocation or expansion decisions. Businesses that qualify for the New York Economic Development Rate (ERO), will receive a 20 percent discount off the electric delivery portion of the rate for five years.
converting your fleet to plug-in electric vehicles, you are eligible to apply through O&R’s website for assistance to help prepare your fleet for electric vehicle charging.
Instant Lighting Incentive Program: Offers instant incentives on energy-efficient LED interior and
Custom Rebate Pathway Program: Offers rebates for cost-effective measures including HVAC Upgrades - Electric or Gas.
Under this program, O&R will cover up to 70% of the cost for energy improvements.
O&R also has programs for businesses interested in electric vehicle power, including: PowerReady Program: Provides incentives that cover up to 100% of the utility and customer costs (associated with installing Level 2 or DC fast charging stations at your commercial facility, multifamily building, or parking area.
DCFC Incentive:
You may be eligible for demand charge relief through O&R’s Electric Vehicle Charging Per-Plug Incentive if you have DCFC electric vehicle supply equipment that meets requirements.
The authors are commercial loan officers with Jeff Bank and operate out of the bank’s branches in Port Jervis, Monticello, and Liberty. See www.jeff.bank for more information.
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Prescriptive Rebate Pathway Program: O&R’s best option for heating, cooling, and ventilation (HVAC) or variable speed drive (VSD) upgrades and installations that meet program eligibility requirements.
To learn more, please visit: oru.com/EV/ny-commercial-ev.
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Local banks, with their deep roots and expansive networks, are the perfect partners for any developer or investor engaging in community-focused projects. Banks like Jeff Bank, with a history of more than 100 years of serving the community, and shareholders tracing their initial investment in the bank back by generations, have very strong “community DNA”. They are not merely a financing source but offer deep market knowledge and local intelligence.
By: Joe Coleman, Brian Flynn, and Heinrich Strauch of Jeff Bank
To learn more about O&R’s Rebate Programs, please visit: oru.com/save.
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Community Banks: Perfect Partners for Economic Development Projects
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Fleet Assessment Service:
Medium/Heavy Duty Program: This Pilot Program is designed to reduce diesel emissions by encouraging the conversion of medium- and heavy-duty fleets to electric vehicles (EVs) in the utilities’ service territories through incentives to help offset infrastructure costs.
exterior lighting.
At Jeff Bank, they don’t make loans to sell them off shortly after in the secondary market – they hold on to them in their portfolio and work with borrowers
For more information about O&R’s Economic Development Incentives, please contact (845) 577-2498 or visit: oru.com/economicdevelopment.
In addition, O&R offers energy-ef ficient programs and equipment upgrades designed for businesses of all sizes. These include:
Partnering up with the local experts from a community bank ensures that you are assembling the best possible financial team for your economic development project.
Local banks care as individuals: most of the employees of Jeff Bank live in or very close to Sullivan and Orange Counties and are part of the local fabric that make up their communities. They own property, send their children to the local schools, and source most of their goods and services within a 30-mile radius. They serve on all kinds of community boards and committees, and actively support and volunteer for many local non-profits. Being residents, they care about the impact and success of community-focused economic development in their towns and villages beyond the mere numbers. These employees are here to make a difference, just as much as the customers they serve.
For more information on these three programs, please visit: oru.com/evmrp
Working with community banks secures local access to the full range of banking services: checking accounts, cash management services, payroll and bill pay for employees and service providers; in-person and on-line, with direct communication, personal interaction, and no shortage of local branches to choose from.
throughout the lifetime of the loan. Great service from an experienced and committed team, combined with the trust and confidence of a long-term relationship – these are benefits that will make a difference when it matters.
Even for larger projects that may go beyond the usual scope or lending abilities of a community bank, they are still a perfect partner – be it as part of a multi-bank participation or by engaging with Federal or State financial assistance programs (e.g., SBA or USDA loans, grants, or loan guarantee programs).
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great increase in the number of customers
What Economic Development Means To Me
Because of Jeff Bank’s long history as a community bank, we have an understanding of the local economy unmatched by newer or larger banks. With the help of our seasoned commercial bankers, your business will receive the reliable and personalized financial services you need.
Joseph Coleman Vice jcoleman@jeff.bankCommercialPresidentLender
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by Sonny Patel, President & CEO of Beer World
Heinrich Strauch Vice CommericalPresidentLenderhstrauch@jeff.bank
When I came to America 31 years ago, I came straight to Sullivan County from India. I have met wonderful people who have become my family and have met incredible business owners on the way. My first business was a gas station back in 1995. The gas station business required a lot of long days, but I was dedicated to continuing my personal growth as an entrepreneur. My hard work and perseverance paid off when I had the opportunity to purchase a beverage store in 2001. Little did I know, this beverage store would be my launching pad for creating the Beer World brand. Today, there are 13 Beer World stores throughout New York State, and more locations on the horizon. All of this would not have been possible without the incredible support from the community and organizations like the Sullivan County
To start receiving the financial support your business deserves, call (845) 482-4000 and make an appointment with one of our banking professionals today. (845) 482-4000 • www.jeff.bank
info@randcommercial.comoffice RJ Smith NYS Licensed RE Broker rj@randcommercia com John Lave le NYS L censed RE Broker john.lavelle@randcommercial.com
Bryan Flynn Vice CommercialPresidentLenderbflynn@jeff.bank
Over the next couple of years, we look forward to continuing to grow the Beer World brand by opening new locations. We hope to add new technology and features to the company that will make it easier than ever for consumers to get their favorite beer, cider, hard seltzer, mead and much more. In addition, we are very excited to move into manufacturing of beer by opening a brewery in Liberty, NY and Middletown, NY. These breweries will operate independently of each other and will create their own unique styles of beer and atmospheres. Both breweries will create a one-of-a-kind community-oriented experience that is family friendly by offering mouthwatering food, games, live music, weekly events and much more! We are projecting to open both breweries later this year. Keep an eye out for grand opening details.
NewPartnership.projects to the area help in several ways. Whether it’s a destination project that brings thousands of tourists to the area, or a small business that serves the local community, these projects create meaningful jobs and directly impact the quality of life for the people in those communities. Over the years, we have benefited greatly from the tourism that new projects bring. Many of our Beer World stores are conveniently located right off the highway, and because of this, we have seen a
Sonny Patel at his Middletown, NY location
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Myannually.advice to companies that are looking to build and grow in the Hudson Valley would be to talk to your local organizations like the Sullivan County Partnership. They will help you find a site for your project, identify any incentives that may be available, aid you as you go through the approval process, and of course, support you every step of the way when your doors are open.
Tanja McKerrell Vice President Senior Loan tmckerrell@jeff.bankOfficer Bush, New York 12566 845-744-2095
Tanya Hahn Executive Vice President Chief Loan thahn@jeff.bankOfficer
by Delaware Engineering, D.P.C.
Although the Town of Thompson did not need an Infrastructure Master Plan to apply for low-cost financing and grants, the Plan did act as a decision tool for the Town Board to prioritize improvements and target these grants and low-cost financing application the maximum benefit of user, the environment, and public health.
disparate water and sewer districts have been created.
— William J. Rieber, Jr., Town of Thompson Supervisor.
In terms of planning for the future, the Infrastructure Master Plan includes an examination and analysis of the growth potential of Emerald Green, a large residential and recreational development area in the Town. The overall Master Plan included a technical analysis of the current conditions and needs of the existing infrastructure; a fiscal analysis of current operating budgets, user rate impact scenarios and modelling to determine equitable user cost distribution; conceptual project development and preliminary cost estimating; and project prioritization.
As a result, the Town of Thompson’s water and sewer infrastructure was challenging to manage from an administrative, capital and operations and maintenance (O&M) perspective. Further, the Town wanted to ensure both that system costs were distributed across the user base in a fair, equitable and fiscally sustainable manner, and that it maximizes the longevity of its infrastructure.
plants, and changes to the current Sewer Rent Code and the assessment of sewer rates within the Town. The study concluded by identifying capital financing opportunities and strategies to fund recommended improvements - including repair and maintenance with respect to future debt obligations, through grant and low-interest loan programs available through New York State and federally.
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An example of this approach is the Town of Thompson’s Infrastructure Master Plan, prepared by DE in 2019. The Town has a pattern of growth typical of the southern Catskills: hamlets and villages with a mix of seasonal and year-round residences and businesses along connecting highway corridors. Over the years, numerous
Delaware Engineering, d.p. Civil and Environmental Engineering Office Albany,Locations:Goshen, Monticello, Oneonta, and Red Hook
Delaware Engineering (DE) has a reputation for bringing unique perspectives, knowledge and experience to infrastructure projects, ensuring that economic objectives are always considered. The importance of planning for the future is in the forefront of DE’s practice. There is no given that if you build it, “they will come.” As a result, it is not feasible to burden a community today for growth that may or may not take place sometime in future; however, planning for growth to ensure that future opportunities are not foreclosed but are encouraged is prudent. Over decades of service to cities, towns, and villages, DE has come to understand that ad hoc fixes and reactive solutions come with a high price tag for citizens, whereas taking a holistic approach to planning ensures infrastructure investments bring the most value to the community in the near term and over many years.
The study provided several major recommendations concerning specific district-consolidation opportunities, repairs and upgrades to existing Town treatment
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“The Infrastructure Master Plan that Delaware Engineering provided was a very useful ‘helicopter’ view of our utility systems. First it examined our sewer processing, collection and pumping systems, detailing needed improvements and estimating costs. Second, our consumer cost allocation metric (point system) was woefully out-of-date and needed a hard look. DE completely re-vamped our point system so that it was fair and equitable. The plan also guided us in consolidating nine sewer districts into three. Ratepayers will benefit from efficiencies and cost savings for generations to come. The plan is a “living” tool which will be updated periodically and greatly shortens the time and resources necessary to apply for grants and other funding ahead of the curve and ahead of competing municipalities. We are very happy with the results.”
Plan for Growth to Ensure the Future
(1) Proposed legislation to require municipalities to legalize accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Housing –The Overlooked Infrastructure
(5) Enhance funding and tax incentive programs to provide and preserve affordable housing.
(3) Consideration of plans to ease restriction on conversion of vacant hotels, offices and retails to (4)residential.Provide additional funding and assistance to communities to draft local laws to promote those diverse housing opportunities.
We cannot expect to continue to attract these tax positive, job producing developments in our region if we do not have housing available for the people who will work there. Therefore, we must treat adequate housing opportunities as necessary infrastructure to support the economic health of our region. Providing housing opportunities near employment is a must. Environ mentally and economically sensible growth reduces transportation costs for families, allows families to spend more time with each other, frees up
It is now a commonly recognized fact that the construction of diverse and affordable housing opportuni ties proves a substantial economic benefit to a community.
These facts are significant since the vast majority of jobs being created in our region are for tourism, hospitality, and warehousing where wages fall squarely in the $50,000 to $75,000.00 range.
by John C. Cappello
time to participate in community activities, as and importantly, ensures that our workforce spends money in our community.
In response to bipartisan opposition, Governor Hochul has tabled the first three initiatives. However, it is important to note that New York municipalities do not need to wait for the State to take action. Any local municipality, today, can adopt a law allowing accessory dwelling units. In rural areas where it is tough to provide central water or sewer infrastruc ture, duplexes or triplexes can be permitted with well and septic systems. Our cities, villages and towns can work together to provide sewer and water infrastructure in areas that can support multi-fam ily and small lot single family homes near new commercial or industrial development. The bottom line is that we have the tools to improve our housing stock to provide diverse and affordable opportunities so long as we have the will to do so.
For example, many patrons of tourist destinations within Sullivan County travel to that destination to enjoy it and then travel home. It is the staff at these facilities who, if they live in the community, will support local businesses, and pay taxes in the community.
State of the State address discussed several laws and initiatives intended to address the impacts of exclusionary zoning and promote affordable housing within the State. These include:
According to a recent publication of the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) titled “The Doubled Trouble of the Housing Market,” we are experiencing the double whammy of record high home prices and record low inventory of available homes. According to the NAR, only nine (9%) percent of the homes for sale in the New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania metro areas are affordable for families making $50,000 to $75,000.00. That figure only slightly increases to 29% for the Albany, Schenectady, Troy area. While no figures are available for Sullivan County, one must estimate that they fall somewhere within these parameters.
Many states such as California, Massachusetts, Oregon and Connecticut have recognized this fact and are taking action to attempt to ensure that their local governments provide diverse housing
(2) Legislation to facilitate multi-family construction projects in areas served by rail.
John C. Cappello - Partner Jacobowitz and Gubits, LLP jacobowitz.com
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– Why We Should Care
One can say that Sullivan County has grown its economy beyond casinos, but the truth of the matter is, Sullivan County has a lot invested Resorts World Catskills in terms of jobs and revenue received from the facility. We are at a critical juncture, and there should be an organized and concerted effort to get a piece of the New York City casino pie, which would further assist our local governments, economic development agencies and groups to further grow our economy.
The only logical course of action for Sullivan County is to push to be recognized when the negotiations are being conducted for the NYC casinos. We should ask for a place at the table.
Jacob Billig was born and raised in Sullivan County. He is a partner in M L Zager PC and Billig, Loughlin and Silver LLP. He specializes in real estate, land use development and personal injury law. He represented the developers of the Mohegan Sun in their efforts to locate a casino in Sullivan County. Billig, Loughlin & Silver, LLP 461 Monticello,BroadwayNew York 12701 jbillig@blslaw.net845-794-3833 BLSLaw.net Perfect. Fit. Results-oriented and client-centric, we are a leading multi-practice law firm in the Catskills & Hudson Valley. • REAL ESTATE • COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT • LITIGATION • ESTATE PLANNING • BUSINESS LAW 845.794.3833 www.BLSlaw.net Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development In the Know | Fall 2021 Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development | 845.794.1110 | SCPartnership.com18 19
NYC Casino Licenses
The New York City casinos are coming - Yonkers (MGM), Aqueduct (Resorts World) and the third, probably to some other company, such as Hard Rock, or Las Vegas Sands at some other NYC location. The vast sums of money will drive the deal; it always does. And these facilities will generate hundreds of millions, if not billions of dollars. These will be massive facilities and will have an impact on the gaming market.
The RW Catskills casino was located here, after decades of fighting for casinos, for economic development. It directly employs almost 1,500 people and has other economic
impacts beyond the direct employment, such as the host fees paid to the Town of Thompson and Sullivan County.
We have many great things happening in Sullivan County. We have many important new projects, but the RW Casino is a driver for a portion of our economic engine.
by Jacob Billig
There are three remaining casino licenses to be awarded in the New York City metropolitan area. The timeline for the State’s awarding of these licenses is fast approaching and some Albany insiders speculate that the State may speed up the process to generate more revenue for Albany. Recently, James Allen, the Chairman and CEO of Hard Rock International outlined plans for a casino in New York City. Many in the gaming industry, have stated that New York City is one of the last and best untapped gaming markets in the world. This raises an important question, what will the impact be on Sullivan County and what should we be doing about it.
The County should take steps towards this goal and not miss the opportunity. It is crystal clear we will be affected; Albany knows this, and we must push Albany to address it.
We need to fight for some type of compensation, which can take several forms. Not only monetary payments from the NYC casinos, but other assistance from the State in our tax structure, state mandates, infrastructure needs, and maybe moving the line to allow NYC first responders/firemen/police to live in Sullivan County.
Resorts World Catskills, which has improved its operations over the last couple of years, will be significantly impacted whereas the other three upstate casinos will not. Those casinos in Schenectady, the Finger Lakes and Binghamton are too far away, but RW Catskills relies on the NYC metro market.
We’re thrilled to introduce Advance Testing, a Partnership member for 21 years, as our newest Platinum member.
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Sam Eisenberg, Managing Partner of BSD, LLC a development company with sites throughout Sullivan County. Sam and his team are working on preapprovals for an industrial commercial project along the Old Route 17 corridor. Sam manages several key sites representing industrial, commercial, residential, and retail. He is invested in Sullivan County and has a variety of plans for future development Grows
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Intelligent IT Designs is a COMPLETE technology solutions provider specifically designed to fight against cyber criminals and protect client systems. Intelligent IT Designs handles all aspects of your IT infrastructure, including hardware and software management, vendor relationships for your Internet connectivity, website management and maintenance renewals, and ALL other technology needs. 877-914-3577 • intelligentitdesigns.com
Rhinebeck Bank has seen it all since they began facilitating financial success for their customers back in 1860. Rhinebeck Bank is a community bank in the truest sense. They serve their customers by making local decisions on residential mortgages, construction loans and commercial mortgages. This helps keep the community and local economy moving forward. 845-367-7071 • rhinebeckbank.com
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A KPI measures activity that is critical to successfully compete in the marketplace. It can show when something is working well and point to potential issues and necessary course corrections to keep a company and its employees focused and on track.
A company may have three or four KPIs and require business functions, departments, and individual employees to set KPIs as well. This way, all efforts are aligned to drive common goals.
Be quantifiable, such as tracking the rate of returned product.
Setting a KPI is just the start – the real value comes from regularly checking in to see if progress is being made and having a clear course of action once the results of the KPI are known.
How it will be measured: Tracking the customer waiting time, which is the length of time between when a customer places an order and the customer receives the product.
KPIs can increase the entire organization’s efficiency and production capability as well as generating a positive attitude among team members by letting individuals know how they contribute to a company’s overall success. Setting, monitoring, and measuring KPIs regularly can reenergize your team and ensure all departments are synchronized in their daily, monthly, and quarterly objectives.
In addition to evaluating critical activity, a KPI must:
Highlight areas where increased efficiency/decrease in use of resources can be achieved.
KPIs
Be specific to meet goals: “delivered on time” is not specific. A better KPI is “to complete delivery within three days of receiving the customer’s order.”
So, let’s say a company has a goal to provide superior customer service through quick delivery. Here’s what a related KPI and measurement may look like:
KPI: Lead time (the length of time it takes from the beginning of the manufacturing process to the time the final product is delivered to the customer).
Be realistic – A KPI to eliminate downtime is not realistic. An effective KPI would be “to reduce downtime by 5% through scheduled maintenance days.”
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Of course, there’s a myriad of factors that contribute to accom plished businesses, from having a compelling value proposition that meets certain needs or desires to brand, strategy, customer service, employee engagement, and more. Still, one of the most fundamental but critical drivers of business success is this: setting, monitoring, and measuring key performance indicators (KPIs).
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provides management with reliable data to streamline decision-making, encourage teamwork by promoting inter-departmental cooperation, and offering clarity for workers in terms of performance expectations. (As an added bonus, they can also help identify seasonal trends.)
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Do you ever look at certain companies, whether global sensations or local favorites, and wonder – what is it that makes them such strong front-runners in competitive environments? Imagine the potential impact on local businesses and local economies if we could figure that out. After all, strong local businesses build strong local economies, and that benefits everyone.
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We could write a book about the importance of economic development but, at its essence, economic development is foundational to our lives. The need to create and fill jobs (the primary purpose of economic development) is the principal means by which we provide economic security for ourselves and our families. It serves to give folks a sense of purpose and usefulness in their lives. It is a fundamental part of society’s eco system and necessary to sustain quality of life within a community.
Acknowledge that the provision of affordable and work-force housing is a fundamental component of economic development. We are not going to attract new development unless there is a supply of housing for their employees. We need to establish a framework for incentives to help improve the supply of housing.
Describe some of your Land Use experience.
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Personal: Married, three children, three grandchildren
Here’s your chance to brag about your company and its people- what are you proud of?
My interest in joining the Partnership Board flowed out of my increased involvement in development projects in the County and some of the frustrations that flowed from getting these projects through the approval process which, by the way, is not a problem unique to Sullivan County. I saw the Partnership as the perfect vehicle to discuss shovel-ready development sites so when economic development opportunities arose, there was ready inventory that could get through the entitlements process quicker. It was a no-brainer for the Partnership to take that on and, to this day, the creation of shovel ready sites remains a keystone policy of the Partnership’s efforts. I also would be remiss if I didn’t mention that the Partnership was a wonderful way to network and establish business relationships and, even more importantly, create friendships with so many wonderful people from Sullivan County. It has been a privilege to serve, and I am grateful to be able to do it.
Fun Fact: I met my wife on a kibbutz in Israel 47 years ago during the Yom Kippur War. We worked together in a greenhouse and exported roses to Holland daily during that wartime.
In the Garden, Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center, Amy’s Kitchen, Medline Industries, Tuxedo Farms, Avon Commercial Park.
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Hometown: Kingston, New York; Samara Costa Rica
During my 37 years in practice, I have worked on more projects than I can remember both on behalf of developers and on behalf of municipalities. Typically, I have worked on large, complex single use and mixed-use projects, affordable work force housing projects; religious use projects; and a host of others.
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How long have you been on the Partnership Board? What made you initially want to get involved with the Partnership and ultimately run for the board?
Maintain ongoing focus on the creation and/or enhancement of infrastructure such as sewer and water improvement of highways as well as technology enhancements of broadband access.
I love this question but first, we must acknowledge and give props to the economic development team in Sullivan County for the job it has and continues to do. The Partnership, IDA and the County have a long-stand ing collaborative working relationship which has and continues to yield results.
What issues do you believe economic development organizations and professionals should be addressing moving forward?
Hobbies: Guitar, learning Spanish; reading
Identify and process shovel ready sites. Site selectors are looking for them and need to get their clients in the ground. There isn’t a whole lot of tolerance for year-long approval processes. This requires working directly with municipalities who desire to attract economic development and helping them get their planning, zoning, and infrastructure to accommodate these users.
Jacobowitz and Gubits is a well-known, longstand ing- legal firm in the Hudson Valley. It prides itself on a culture of hard work, creative and cost-effective solutions to complex legal issues and the best possible results for its clients. It has attorneys with decades of experience in a wide variety of legal disciplines. Our Municipal and land use teams (which I have been a part of) are regularly engaged for projects within the Hudson Valley and beyond and it has been a privilege to work with these guys as a team “in the trenches” for all these years on so many interesting, challenging, and great Hudson Valley projects. Wolinsky
I have been on the Partnership Board since around 2000. I took a hiatus from the Board around 2013 during the time I served as Chair at Pattern for Progress and then returned to the Board around 2016. Our firm has always been committed to a presence in Sullivan County as we view it as a “quality of life” gem within the Hudson Valley. Also, because of its beauty, location, and accessibility we have long viewed Sullivan County as ripe for economic development and the opportunities that it presents for business including the business of providing legal services.
I have been with Jacobowitz & Gubits for my entire legal career from 1984 through the present. My legal practice has focused principally on land use, environmental, municipal, and real estate law. I also do some work (mostly Pro Bono) for various not-for-profit organizations.
Education: Bachelor of Arts University of Miami, Master of City and Regional Planning University of Pennsylvania; Juris Doctor New York law School
What is the Importance of economic development?
Finally, we need to do a better job of educating the public about the value of economic development. A perfect example of this is the increasing public push back on economic development incentives and PILOTS. We must reach out and explain that these incentives are a fundamental economic development attraction tool and that they do not take money out of people’s pockets, but rather increase the tax base far beyond vacant land status.
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Focus on the labor force. The labor force shortage preexisted the Pandemic but has been exacerbated by it. This is a national issue which hits home as well. Strategies need to continue to be developed to address the issue.
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1. Potential Environmental Contamination
Underground oil storage tanks, chlorinated solvents from industrial sites, as well as pesticides, lead, and arsenic from agricultural use can all impact soil, groundwater, and even create harmful vapors inside a new building. Finding these issues mid project can force you into a costly and time-consuming cleanup and remediation process. The best way to avoid buying
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contaminated property is to have a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment performed. This assessment includes a site visit, interviews with owners and occupants, and an evaluation of state/local records and historical uses and operations.
Preventable stories like this playout far too often. Developers who skip proper due diligence risk financial burdens, project delays, legal engagements, and potentially having an entire project fall through. Below are five common issues that can disrupt property development.
The team behind the planned development of a much-needed addition to a charter school was excited and eager to move forward with their plans. They found a great location, designed the addition, purchased a dozen vacant lots, and began construction. Once the shovels hit the ground, however, problems arose. The properties purchased were brownfields, and acquired “as-is, where is.” Below the surface, excavation revealed contaminated materials and leaking underground storage tanks, accompanied by soil and groundwater contamination.
2. Failing to Get an ALTA Survey
An American Land Title Association (ALTA) Survey can help identify potential encumbrances a standard real estate transaction survey may miss. This rigorous examination of your site can be customized to include data such as zoning, utility, flood zone, and wetland information.
Just because you can build on a site, doesn’t always mean you should. Flood zone maps are often outdated, and the escalating impacts of climate change like rising sea levels and increased storm water should be considered a very real factor when assessing the long-term viability of a development site. Even if you’re outside the regulated areas, before you select a site, you should consider how close it is to the current regulated areas and if flooding may impact it soon.
You want to build; you need to be aware of state and regional regulated areas. Understanding the presence or absence of wetlands, transition areas, streams, flood hazard areas, riparian zones, and tidelands, is critical to mitigating development risks. Identifying the limits of these regulated areas can be tricky and the extent of these areas can vary significantly from site to site. Regional regulated areas can include the Pinelands, Highlands, CAFRA, NJ Sports and Exposition Authority, etc. The rules that govern land use within these regions can significantly reduce property’s development potential. Understanding the scope of allowable use and developable area is a critical factor when determining how much to invest in a property.
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A thorough review of local zoning laws can expose unforeseen restrictions by identifying the property zoning designation, evaluating the zone’s permitted uses, analyzing the overlay districts that encumber the property, and examining the bulk requirements. This information is vital to pinpointing risks and determining if development is feasible. Prior to purchase, you must understand if your project will require a change in zone request or other variances that carry the risks associated with attaining new approvals.
4. Review of State & Regional Regulated Areas
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The availability of low-cost loans and grants for a variety of public works projects is continuing to increase. In recent years, municipalities have seen an influx of money from Federal and State resources in response to local and regional needs to maintain and upgrade vital infrastructure. It is imperative for communities to capitalize on current support for projects of varying scope and complexity to upgrade roads, bridges, dams and other essential water and sewer facilities, not only for current quality of life, but also for economic development, sustainability, and growth.
• USDOT/Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced $3 billion to modernize 3,075 airports across the country;
Application 1. Prioritize capital needs in your communities. 2. Consider appointing a resource or consultant to identify federal funding opportunities while referencing rules and regulations involved in the Infrastructure Law. 3. Reviewing your Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Transportation Improvement Plan to ensure projects involving railways, bridges, highways, etc. are included. 4. Map sites for alternative fuel charging stations. 5. Take inventory of lead pipe locations throughout your area. Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development In the Know | Fall 2021 Sullivan County Partnership for Economic Development | 845.794.1110 | SCPartnership.com36 37
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Earlier this year, local governments began to receive the first round of $65 billion in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery (SLFR) funds, implemented under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Eligible uses were created by Congress in response to the pandemic, with one of the categories allowing “necessary investments in water, sewer and broadband infrastructure.”
In addition to the Rescue Plan funds, the Federal Government has approved the Build Back Better (BBB) agenda. At the start of 2022, letters have been sent to all Governors by the White House Infrastructure Implemen tation Coordinator, discussing a series of steps to take for coordinating the funds and information about some of the funding that is being provided for existing projects and federal funding programs. $65 billion is on its way to states and local governments for the following project types or existing funding programs:
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The effects of COVID-19 have been challenging to many communities. With a wide array of public needs, the federal government has developed new funding resources and increased existing funding programs to upgrade infrastructure and enhance resiliency well beyond the pandemic.
• U.S. Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Administration is providing $52 billion to states to repair roads and bridges in 2022;
Treasury guidelines outline a broad range of possible projects to improve access to clean drinking water, upgrade wastewater collection and treatment, and construct stormwater infrastructure. Projects that are eligible under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Programs would be eligible for ARPA funding. The SRF criteria allows for a wide range of treatment, distribution, collection, storage, facility equipment, new system construction, and operating controls as potentially eligible projects.
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The Lead Agency now begins the review of the project, including all the environmental work and the engineering. Most lead agencies hire outside profes sionals to assist them in the review process. As part of this review, at least one public hearing would be held so members of the public can express any concerns or issues regarding the proposed project.
What is SEQRA, and How Does it Affect Development?
At this point, the Lead Agency can and usually does request further information and additional studies as it’s required to consider all the possible environmental impacts from any given project. These studies may include traffic, water use, sewer, or any of the other
In conclusion, SEQR is a crucial tool for every community and can have an enormous influence on how a community grows. When planning is done correctly with the needs of the community and the concerns for the environment in proper balance, the results can be healthy, thriving communities where people can live and work and play for many generations to come. it Development?Affect
Most municipalities in New York have spent considerable time and preparation to develop comprehensive plans for their communities. Proper planning allocates spaces for farming, commercial, industrial, retail, and residential zones, creating a landscape for people to both live and work. SEQR, (State Environmental Quality Review Act) and site plan review, play a vital role in planning the economic outlook and health of a community. Through these processes, municipalities can control the growth and direction of the community. Insightful community leaders work actively to attract good projects, and work with developers to guide their projects through the SEQR and site plan approval process.
items on the EAF. They also have the ability, under site plan review, to request changes to a project. Once the Lead Agency has completed their review, they now must decide on either a negative declaration (NEG DEC) or a positive declaration (POS DEC) of environmental impacts. If a NEG DEC is given, then the Lead Agency must state the reasons behind their decision. If a POS DEC is declared, then the Lead Agency must state which areas they believe may have a moderate to significant impact on the environment and an Environmental Impact Statement must be ordered for the project. Typical areas of concern include traffic, wildlife impacts, stormwater issues, visual concerns or other items listed on the EAF. This process is tedious, therefore hiring experienced professionals is pivotal.
If the project site is viable, the engineer must begin designing the project to fit within the previously identified environmentally sensitive areas, including wetlands and steep slopes. The engineer and the envi ronmental consultant will then fill out all the necessary applications to present to the Lead Agency i.e., the city, town, or village planning board. This application will include a narrative for the enclosed project, the proposed site plan of the project showing the environ mental constraints, and a completed EAF.
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For example, a developer may have a project in mind, and once they locate or acquire the location for this project, the work begins. First, they need to hire an engineer and other professionals to determine whether this property is suitable for the proposed project. A typical developer will hire a surveyor to determine the property boundaries, topographical mapping, and survey any wetland flagging to produce an Existing Conditions Survey. An environmental consulting firm will be hired to complete a wetland delineation and conduct a wildlife study for threatened and endangered species as well as look for critical habitat and environmentally sensitive areas. That information is then given to the engineers to determine the viability of the project at this location.
which form is filed is up to the Lead Agency, the public agency which has the principal responsibil ity for carrying out or approving a project which may have a significant effect upon the environment.
But how does this all begin? It’s not as simple as applying for and receiving a building permit. The process for something as simple as a shed in your neighbor’s back yard or as complicated as a multi-story building is essentially the same. There are two Environ mental Assessment Forms (EAFs) set forth by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation – a short form and a long form. Smaller projects usually start with a short form and larger, more complicated projects start with the longer form. The decision of
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