April 20, 2004

Multi–Year Capital Planning Workshop. The Ramada Inn, Newburgh, New York. A course presented by the Office of the State Comptroller, and co-hosted by Mid-Hudson Pattern for Progress and the Construction Contractors Association of the Hudson Valley, designed to assist local officials in constructing a capital plan, which will enable local governments to identify capital needs and the means of financing those needs. For additional information and to register call 845-565-4900.


April 25-27, 2004

National Association of Development Organizations Annual Washington Policy Conference. Marriott Metro Center, Washington, D.C. For additional information call 800-228-9290 or 202-737—2200.


April 26, 2004

“Making a Difference Through Strategic Restructuring.” Cornell Cooperative Extension, Kingston, New York. A free workshop to learn about how nonprofits can initiate and benefit from new relationships that will enhance fiscal and programmatic viability. Sponsored by the Dyson Foundation in partnership with the Council of Community Services of New York State, Inc. For more information and to register call 845-454-5062 ext. 100 or visit www.ccsnys.org.


May 5 – 6, 2004

Summit in Tech Valley. Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, New York. The Hudson Valley premier high-tech event includes a $100,000 business plan competition, Innovative Educator Awards, trade show, workshops, and guest speakers. Register online at www.techvaley.org.


May 11, 2004

The 9^th Annual Hudson Valley International Dinner. Hilton Tarrytown, New York. Hosted by the Hudson Valley International Trade Association and The Westchester County Association, the dinner recognizes companies and individuals whose international business achievements highlight the importance of international trade to the economic vitality of the Hudson Valley. For more information and to register call 914-948-6444.


May 15-19, 2004

CoreNet Global Summit. Chicago, Illinois. For additional information call 800-726-8111.


May 17 through June 28, 2004

“Learn The Fundamentals of Grant Writing.” Mount Saint Mary College, Newburgh, New York. A twelve-session course offered through the Center for Community and Educational Services. For additional information contact Frank Davis at 845-565-2076 or fdavis@acc.msmc.edu.


May 19, 2004

“Strategic Planning: A Recipe for Success.” Fiskill, New York. A Hudson Valley Technology Development Center seminar designed to present an overview of strategic planning and to present a methodology for carrying it out. It will cover key issues such as market analysis, core values and competencies, competence-driven vs. market-driven strategies, business model assessment and strategy implementation. To register or to receive more information visit www.hvtdc.org or contact Phyllis Levine at 845- 896-6934.


May 20, 2004

“How To Work With Developers: Building in Growth Centers to Combat Sprawl and Rebuilding Cities.” Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Hyde Park, New York. A free conference for local officials, citizens, developers, and their professionals who are interested in innovative land use strategies that encourage development in appropriate areas. The conference in developed by the Land Use Law Center of Pace University with the cooperation of Spectrum Communities and Collins Enterprises. To register contact Ann Marie McCoy of the Land Use Law Center at 914-422-4262 or visit http://law.pace.edu/landuse/May%2020.html.


May 23-25, 2004

The Council of Development Finance Agencies Annual Conference. Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco, California. Join the nation’s leading development finance practitioners to discover innovations and trends in the industry, share lessons learned, and build a network of colleagues from across the country. For additional information visit www.cdfa.net or call 740-597-1477.


May 26-27, 2004

“Change, Challenge, Charter: An Agenda for Our Future.” SUNY New Paltz, New York. The 40^th annual Mid-Hudson Pattern for Progress policy conference. For more information call 845-565-4900 or view www.pattern-for-progress.com.


June 7, 2004

Grand Opening of the NeighborWorks Home Ownership Center. Rural Ulster Preservation Center, 301 Fair Street, Kingston, New York. For additional information contact the Rural Ulster Preservation Center at 845-331-2140.


June 8-10, 2004

The Innovation Imperative: Translating Ideas into Regional Prosperity. Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, D.C. A national conference on economic development and global competitiveness hosted by the U.S. Economic Development Administration and the Council on Competitiveness. For more information visit www.edanationalconference.com.


June 21-25, 2004

The New York State 35^th Annual Economic Development Course. Union College, Schenectady, New York. An intense educational experience in the fundamentals of comprehensive economic development. Hosted by the New York State Economic Development Council. For more information contact Selene Eaton at 518-426-4058.


June 22, 2004

Ulster County Housing Consortium Quarterly Meeting. Business Resources Center, Kingston, New York. For further information call 845-338-8840.