PARTNERS
The NY Forward accomplishes its goals through a unique state-local partnership that includes the Local Planning Committee (LPC), state agency staff, and a consultant team. The LPC is responsible for representing the interests and priorities of the community, while the state agency staff ensures that the process and deliverables are consistent with the goals, priorities, and requirements of the Initiative.  In addition, the state agency staff, together with the consultants, provides expertise, guidance, and technical assistance to develop a Strategic Investment Plan that will achieve the vision and goals for revitalization of the downtown as approved by the LPC.
Following are the partners involved in facilitating the NY Forward program in Canton:
LOCAL PLANNING COMMITEE MEMBERS (LPC)
Michael Dalton — LPC Co-Chair, Village of Canton Mayor
Kathryn Morris — LPC Co-Chair, North Country REDC Co-Chair, St. Lawrence University President
Josh Vink - Traditional Arts in Upstate NY
Brian Coakley - North Country Savings Bank
Ariane Palmer - Palmer Real Estate
Connie Jenkins - Canton Church and Community Program
Katie Berry - St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Dave Nelson - United Helpers
Kirk Davis - Con Tech Building
LPC SUPPORT TEAM MEMBERS
Leigh Rodriguez - Village of Canton, Director of Economic Development
Anna Sorensen - Village of Canton, Deputy Mayor
STATE PARTNERS
CONSULTANT TEAM
