APA New York Metro Chapter Long Island Section

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SUFFOLK COUNTY AUTUMN PLANNING CONFERENCE 2014

Date: 10/21/2014
Time: 3:00 PM
Brookhaven National Laboratory,
Berkner Hall, Upton, New York

Registration is Free and will be limited to 150 participants
Preregistration is required
Registration Link: http://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Planning/SCPlanningFederation.aspx

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Sponsored by:

Suffolk County Planning Federation

Suffolk County Department of Economic Development & Planning

Suffolk County Planning Commission

APA NY Metro Chapter, LI Section

Rauch Foundation

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Director of Community Planning and Design–Applications due by September 15, 2014

RPA is seeking a creative and dynamic professional to direct the organization’s Community Planning and Design program. The program implements RPA principles and objectives in communities of all scales across the region, from dense urban centers to emerging exurban communities. We develop community design workshops, vision plans, project plans, regulations and guidelines as well as the economic development, housing and infrastructure strategies needed to implement these place-based projects. Working in the New York City office with RPA’s senior management and reporting to the vice president for research, the director of community planning and design will manage and develop a comprehensive set of projects and policy initiatives to advance equitable, sustainable and attractive communities across the New York-New Jersey-Connecticut metropolitan area. The director will work closely with other RPA staff to integrate community planning and design into the organization’s economic, environmental, energy and transportation initiatives. The director also will staff a program advisory committee of RPA board members and experts.

RPA offers a unique opportunity to help shape the built environment in one of the world’s most complex metropolitan landscapes. Last year, RPA began working on a new regional plan for the tri-state metropolitan area – a blueprint for the region’s growth, sustainability, good governance and economic opportunity for the next 25 years. The director, in partnership with RPA’s senior fellow for Community Planning and Design, will be responsible for shaping community planning and design initiatives for the plan and will help to build a network of constituents who will help carry out these recommendations. Responsibilities will include project development and management, including identification of funding opportunities; staff supervision; research and analysis of complex data; design studies; creation of plans, policy reports and other documents; public speaking; and leading coalitions and advocacy campaigns.

Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of work experience in planning, urban design, economic development, community development or related fields, a minimum of five years of management experience, and a master’s degree in planning, urban design or related disciplines. The position requires initiative and the ability to balance multiple priorities. Excellent writing and communication skills are essential, including the ability to convey community planning concepts to the general public as well as decision makers. Knowledge of planning and policy issues in the tri-state area is preferred.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and any other relevant materials here by Sept. 15.

About RPA
RPA conducts research, advocacy and planning on regional and national priorities including open space and environmental sustainability, transportation, economic development and governance. Our team of talented professionals are passionate about developing and sharing ideas that foster thriving, healthy cities and communities.

We are an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization based in New York City, with offices in Stamford, Conn., and Princeton, N.J. We encourage a challenging, collaborative and fun work environment. We also believe in work-life balance.

RPA is a workplace that values diversity. Employment and promotional opportunities are equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

The Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning is looking to fill a Temporary Assistant Cartographer position based in Hauppauge for 3 to 12 months starting in late August or in early September.

Minimum qualifications for the position:
Suffolk County resident, graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Cartography, Drafting, Design Technology, Civil Engineering, Map Drafting, Geographic Information Systems Technology or a related field AND two years of experience working with Geographic Information System technology, one year of which must be in a supervisory capacity.

Applicants can contact Sarah Lansdale at Sarah.Lansdale@suffolkcountyny.gov or Lynne Chieffo at Lynne.Chieffo@suffolkcountyny.gov for additional information.

Village of Port Jefferson is looking to hire a full-time planner.

All interested planners should send a resume and cover letter to alapointe@portjeff.com with “Planner” in subject line or write to

Alison LaPointe, Esq., Director of Planning & Building

Village of Port Jefferson

88 North Country Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777.

PLANNER

The Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of a full-time Planner.  Port Jefferson (informally known as Port Jeff) is an incorporated village in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, New York on the North Shore of Long Island. This tourist destination has a population of approximately 7,750.  With a deep water harbor, Port Jeff serves as home to the Port Jefferson-Bridgeport Ferry that runs between Connecticut and Long Island.  Upper Port Jeff, further inland, houses a commercial district, the Long Island Railroad and 1 of the Village’s 2 hospitals.  Port Jefferson is also the center of the Greater Port Jefferson region of northwestern Brookhaven, serving as the cultural, commercial and transportation hub of the neighboring Port Jefferson Station, Belle Terre, Mount Sinai, Miler Place, and the Setaukets and Stony Brook University.  This vibrant Village continues to be a goal destination for many while balancing good planning and revitalization efforts.  Port Jefferson’s busy Planning Department is looking to hire a full-time Planner as soon as possible.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:

• Review Planning Board (PB) and Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Plans applicationsand plans for compliance with Village Code, SEQR, environmental regulations and good
• Conduct site inspections in association with Planning & Zoning applications.
• Manage environmental/engineering consultants to review plans and advise Planning
• Project management to ensure all timelines are met and handled expeditiously.
• Make oral and written presentations to PB & ZBA.
• Ensure SEQR timelines are adhered to.

Education/Experience:

• Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Masters Degree in a related field a plus.
• 5-7 years experience in planning/zoning field
• Knowledge of SEQR regulations and timelines
• Ability to review site plans
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Strong project management skills
• Familiarity with Planning & Zoning application process
• Additional skills in the following subject areas to advance ST and LT Village planning goals is a plus: transportation expertise, drafting comprehensive plans, code revisions, grant writing/management, waterfront planning, environmental planning, grant writing & management.

How to Apply:

• Send a resume and cover letter to alapointe@portjeff.com with “Planner” in subject line or write to Alison LaPointe, Esq., Director of Planning & Building, Village of Port Jefferson, 88 North Country Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777.
• Salary range:  $45,000.00- $51,000.00 depending on experience.

The contest deadline is September 1st.

In announcing his new ‘Reclaim our Water’ initiative, County Executive Steve Bellone noted that “The alarming increase of nitrogen pollution from septic systems and cesspools in Suffolk County’s surface and ground waters is leading toward an ecological collapse. Nitrogen pollution adversely affects our coastal resiliency, our environment, our economy, our land values, our tourism industry and our recreational use of our waters. We must take immediate and decisive action to remediate the decades of nitrogen pollution.”

We need your help to improve Suffolk County’s water quality by getting the word out about Nitrogen pollution and being SepticSmart! Please refer to the SUFFOLK COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN Executive Summary for information about the scope of the problem. Please refer to the following Environmental Protection Agency website for information on how to be SepticSmart http://water.epa.gov/infrastructure/septic/septicsmart.cfm

The goal of the contest is to communicate the Nitrogen pollution issue and illustrate ways that target audiences such as homeowners, gardeners, farmers, pet owners, communities and others can improve water quality by changing simple behaviors. We are looking for film or video submissions in the following two categories:

• a 30 or 60 second video that is usable as a TV public service announcement
• a 1-3 minute short film

For More Info:

http://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/CountyExecutive/crapSHOOTVideoContest.aspx

Announcing crapSHOOT Contest Awards

1st Place Winner for the short category will receive a contract with Suffolk County in the amount of $1,000 to air the winning entry across multiple media channels.

1st Place Winner for the PSA category will receive a contract with Suffolk County in the amount $500 to air the winning entry across multiple media channels.

Additional Prizes courtesy of:

• Long Island Sustainable Wine Growers
• Long Island Native Plant Initiative
• The Nature Conservancy
• More prizes coming later!

On August 8th 5-9PM, public arts project JumpstART comes to Main Street in Riverhead! More than a dozen artists will make downtown Riverhead their canvas when public arts project JumpstART — spearheaded by East End Arts — comes to Main Street in early August.  Part of a six-month professional development series, the program was designed to introduce 16 artists to the business and professional aspects of art, such as creating and executing, marketing, finance and budgetary plans.

For any additional information, please visit East End Arts webpage.