NYAOT understands that rural towns face distinct challenges, from limited staff capacity and infrastructure needs to workforce shortages, funding barriers, and service delivery concerns. That is why we created the Rural Communities Council, a dedicated forum for town officials to discuss issues, share ideas, and help shape NYAOT’s advocacy, programming, and member resources for rural communities across New York State.


Please join us for the Council’s first meeting on May 28 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We know many town officials work other jobs, so this first meeting is being held in the evening to make it easier to participate.
At this meeting, we will:

• Identify possible NYAOT advocacy priorities; 
• Discuss future programming, training, and member resources for rural communities; and 
• Discuss recurring concerns facing rural towns

Register now to be part of the conversation.