Public Engagement Calendar

For public event and Local Planning Committee (LPC) meetings, meeting summaries, presentations, and agendas will be prepared and made available as they are completed.

This page includes all upcoming and past opportunities for the public to get involved in Mexico’s NY Forward program. Please note that LPC meetings are working committee meetings open to the public to observe. Time will be reserved for public comment at the end of each meeting.

Targeted Schedule of Milestones

  • July 2026 – LPC #1

  • August 2026 – Public Meeting #1

  • August/September 2026 – LPC #2

  • September/October 2026 – LPC #3

  • November 2026 – LPC #4

  • November 2026 – Public Meeting #2

  • December 2026 – LPC #5

  • January 2026 – LPC #6

Aug
19

Public Workshop #1

The meeting will begin with a brief presentation introducing the NY Forward program and the Village’s successful grant application.

Following the presentation, meeting attendees will participate in interactive activities to gather input on issues, opportunities, and priorities for the NY Forward program and complete visioning exercises for the future of Mexico's downtown.   

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Aug
20

DRI/NY Forward and Historic Preservation Webinar

This webinar is designed for prospective project sponsors participating in the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Round 9 and NY Forward Round 4. During this session, participants will gain an overview of the New York State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) review process as it relates to the DRI and NY Forward programs. They will also learn how to determine whether a property is listed on or eligible for the State and National Registers of Historic Places, as well as become familiar with basic historic preservation best practices and common pitfalls to avoid.

Registration Link: https://meetny-gov.webex.com/weblink/register/r998ba6da5d2965761f4c93781554c7ff

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Sep
10

Decarbonization 101 Webinar

Decarbonization 101 Webinar for DRI Round 9 and NY Forward Round 4

This webinar will provide an introduction to decarbonization and the reduction of carbon emissions through building design and construction. Key topics include an overview of decarbonization and an introduction to different types of decarbonization strategies that can be incorporated into DRI/NY Forward building projects.

Attendees only need to register for one webinar. The same content will be provided at each session.

Registration Link: https://meetny-gov.webex.com/webappng/sites/meetny-gov/webinar/webinarSeries/register/61429d52b30f46ccad0567bd31d65a23

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Aug
11

Decarbonization 101 Webinar

Decarbonization 101 Webinar for DRI Round 9 and NY Forward Round 4

This webinar will provide an introduction to decarbonization and the reduction of carbon emissions through building design and construction. Key topics include an overview of decarbonization and an introduction to different types of decarbonization strategies that can be incorporated into DRI/NY Forward building projects.

Attendees only need to register for one webinar. The same content will be provided at each session.

Registration Link: https://meetny-gov.webex.com/webappng/sites/meetny-gov/webinar/webinarSeries/register/61429d52b30f46ccad0567bd31d65a23



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Jul
22

LPC Meeting #1

The LPC will be discussing:

  • The NY Forward planning process;

  • Roles and responsibilities of the LPC;

  • Public engagement opportunities;

  • The Village of Mexico’s NY Forward application; and

  • Initial vision and goals for Mexico’s NY Forward program.

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