Jason West
Director of Sustainability
City of Albany
Department of Engineering
628 Delaware Avenue
Albany, New York 12209
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From: Tyme Ferris <
membe...@nysacc.org>
Date: February 18, 2026 at 1:18:53 PM EST
To: Simon Skolink <
pres...@nysacc.org>
Subject: Keeping NYSACC Connected in 2026: Dues + Communications + Member Calls
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Keep NYSACC's Ability To Support
Your
Municipality Strong In 2026
- Renew Your Dues In Just (2) Minutes -
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NYSACC exists to make local conservation work easier—by connecting communities to practical resources, trainings, and real peer support across New York State.
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Annual dues are $75 for municipalities and nonprofit organizations.
If your dues are already paid for 2026 — thank you. You’re all set!
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A Message From NYSACC President Simon Skolnik
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Thou Shalt Seek The Facts
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In the NYSACC News, Volume 3, Number 3, 1977, Dr. James “Jim” E. Kundell penned the
“Ten
Commandments for Conservation Commissions” based on his study of successful commissions. His commandments still resonate almost 50 years later.
Number 2 on his list: “Thou shalt seek the facts upon which to base decisions and to present to the government body and other interested individuals and groups.
Thou shalt be comprehensive yet comprehensible.”
Let’s unpack this...
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What Do Dues-Paying Members Get?
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Voting Rights
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Board Eligibility
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Advocacy Support
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Committee Participation
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Grant Assistance & Data
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Municipal Relations Support
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Ordinance & Project Library
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Exclusive Research Access
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Professional Development & Networking
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Workshops & Trainings
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Networking Opportunities
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Monthly & Regional Calls
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Annual Conference
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Environmental Excellence Awards
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Collaborative Project Opportunities
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Discounts
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Quarterly & Monthly Newsletters
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New in 2026: Conservation Connect (monthly member call)
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Starting this year, we’re adding a predictable touchpoint for members to share updates, ask questions, and connect with peers statewide.
Every 4th Monday, 2:00–3:00pm (ET).
Starting March 23rd! Kickoff details will be shared on our channels and by email.
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Hit the button above or reply to this email and we’ll send it to the right clerk/finance contact.
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Please make checks payable to NYSACC and remit to:
NYSACC
PO Box 356
Katonah, New York 10536
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We're Getting More Social!
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NYSACC has had a few social accounts up for a while, but 2026 is the year we stop being “technically online” and start being
actively connected.
We’re making communications a real priority so our members can stay united, share wins, swap tools, and move faster together across the state.
This push will be led by NYSACC’s newly appointed Communications Committee Chairs,
Amy Stypa and
John Rhodes — with
more to come from them soon. In the meantime, follow us (or scan the QR codes below) and help us get the word out.
Questions, ideas, or something you want amplified? Reach us at
communi...@nysacc.org
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You’re not alone in this work.
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Your NYSACC Regional Director is cc’d so you have a direct regional point of contact — and Simon (pres...@nysacc.org)
and I are always an email away.
Siging-off,
Tyme Ferris, Membership Committee Chair —
membe...@nysacc.org
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New York State Association of
Conservation Commissions
P.O. Box 356
Katonah, NY 10536
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