County Conversations

This episode features a conversation on New York State Parks, featuring public spaces that enhance recreation, strengthen communities, and celebrate New York’s history. NYSAC Executive Director Stephen Acquario is...

<p>This episode features a conversation on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and recent federal changes including reductions in administrative funding, as well as tightened work requirements. The...

<p>This episode of NYSAC's County Conversations Podcast features a conversation about the role of a county Administrator. Joining NYSAC's Deputy Director Mark LaVigne is Green County Administrator Shaun Groden.</p>

<p>This episode features members of NYSAC’s legislative team discussing the latest developments in New York State’s budget negotiations.</p> <p>NYSAC's Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Dave Lucas and...

<p>This episode features a conversation with Priority Power’s Vice President Aleks Urosevic to discuss the trends affecting electricity and natural gas markets. Joined by Mark LaVigne, they also discuss how MEGA helps...

<p>This episode features a conversation on the priorities shaping this year’s state legislative session and budget negotiations. Joining NYSAC’s Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce-Nimz are members of NYSAC’s Legislative...

<p>In this episode, NYSAC Deputy Director Mark LaVigne is joined by Omar Usmani, CEO of Aeon Nexus. They discuss how counties and local governments can modernize justice systems through improved case management...

<p>In this special joint episode of NYSAC's County Conversations and NYAOT’s Talk of the Town, the three executive directors of New York’s statewide municipal associations come together to discuss the collective and...

<p>This episode of County Conversations, part of NYSAC’s NY Counties Lead initiative, highlights how counties are leading on public safety and emergency preparedness. NYSAC’s Kate Pierce-Nimz joined Erie County...

<p>In this episode, NYSAC’s Patrick Cummings is joined by longtime friend and mentor Paul Eldridge, Putnam County Personnel Officer. With more than four decades of leadership in Putnam County and a career that spans...

<p>In this year-end episode of County Conversations, NYSAC Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Joseph Rulison, Co-Founder of three+one, for an annual economic outlook. Together, they review the surprises...

<p>This episode of features a conversation with NYSAC’s Kate Pierce-Nimz, joined by Jordan Brown of Rx Destroyer, to explore how counties can strengthen public health, protect waterways, and support residents through...

<p >This episode features a conversation with NYSAC’s Executive Director Stephen Acquario and Philip Church, newly elected NYSAC President and Oswego County Administrator. They discuss Phil’s journey in county...

<p>This episode features a conversation that unpacks New York’s updated short-term rental law and what it means for counties across the state. NYSAC Deputy Director Mark LaVigne is joined by Nick Del Pego, CEO of...

<p>This Director’s Cut episode features an in-depth conversation on federal actions that are directly impacting New York’s counties. NYSAC Executive Director Stephen Acquario is joined by Matt Chase, Executive Director...