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While NYSPTA’s summer retreat is behind us, summer has just begun...happy summer everyone!

Our Summer Retreat never fails to entertain.  The morning was kicked off with NYSPTA’s President Patrick Phillips opening remarks thanking both Flash Parking and AMG Parking & Management for their sponsorship and a review of this past spring’s events.

Pat was thrilled to announce that both the Spring Fling at Pace University and the Robotic webinar were heavily attended.

Our educational and most interesting panel discussion included:

• Matt Gaeta, AMG Parking

• Blake Laufer, MiStall

• Bill Bernatovich, BerNational Automation

• Will Bernatovich, BerNational Controls,

• Our very own Pat Phillips, Premium Parking

  The lovely and talented Krista Tassa, AMG Parking, served as the facilitator. 

The rain held out (the rain dances the evening before worked) and following the panel discussion we enjoyed an all-you-can-eat clambake, with competitive lawn games. All had a great time and several attendees overstayed the time allowed!

The Western NY Comprehensive Care Center for Eating Disorders was the charity of choice at this year’s events raising $865!  NYSPTA’s members are known to be a very giving group and this year did not disappoint. Thank you to HONK and Renee Giacomazza for their generous donations by way of raffle baskets. We cannot ignore FLASH’s Chris Patrick’s efforts, which really kicked it up several notches by his willingness to get dunked!  What a hoot he was - not to mention wet as a lot of our participants had the perfect throw!

NYSPTA would also like to congratulate Renee Giacomazza on her return as the association’s facilitator.  She’s back home and we're thrilled to have her.

The NYSPTA event team is in full steam ahead mode planning for the Fall Conference and Exhibit show slated October 17-19, at Turning Stone Resort and Casino.

Block the dates in your calendar and stay tuned for more details as they unfold!

Call for board nominations

Be a part of the future of NYSPTA!

Applications Due August 30th, 2023

In tradition with past years, NYSPTA will have its annual election for the Board of Directors at this years’ Annual Fall Conference, slated for October 16-19 at Turning Stone Resort and Casino.

A term consists of (2) two calendar years.

The role of NYSPTA Board of Directors is to:  

·     Set strategic direction for the organization

·     Provide guidance on industry-specific projects 

·     Set the direction of new programs for education, training, and membership

·     Planning of the Annual Conference, Summer Training and other educational and networking offerings

Board Member administrative responsibilities include attendance at quarterly Board Meetings, assistance in conference planning, active participation on various committees, and special committee meetings that may be required from time to time.

There are six (6) positions that will be expiring at the end of this calendar year that include:

 (3) Three Regular Members

(1) One Affiliate

(1) One Vendor Member

(1) One Consultant Member

 Submit your letter of intent/platform to Jason Jones no later than August 30.

NYSPTA CALL FOR CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS: DEADLINE: JUNE 23

NYSTPA is currently accepting presentation proposals for its Annual Fall Conference & Tradeshow October 17-19, 2023 at the Turning Stone Resort I Casino in Verona, NY. The goal of our education program is to increase the knowledge base of attendees by offering interactive sessions.

Sessions are 60 minutes in length including Q & A. Industry related, leadership development, and sessions allowing for active participation are accepted. Selected presenters will be offered complimentary registration to the conference. 

 If you are interested, submit the following in a WORD Document:

1.  Contact information (name, organization, address, work phone, and email)

2.  Bio and photo (50 words max for bio and a head and shoulders photo-350 dpi or better recommended)

3.  Session Title (25 words max) and Description (250 words max)

4.  Minimum Three learning objectives and/or audience take

5.  Has this presentation ever been given before and if so, when/where?

Submit your presentation today!

April 4th: Parking Robotics Webinar

Join NYSPTA and Moderator Kevin Wood, NYSPTA VP, as we dive deep into the benefits, pitfalls and great potential of robotic parking in 2023.

Speakers will include:

• Matthew Gaeta, Developer and Owner of PF Parking

• George Wilkinson, President, American Car Lift

• Rajeev Aswal, CTO Robotic Parking Systems, Inc.

Register today.

NYSPTA Spring Workshop on March 16th at Pace University

Please join us at Pace University in New York City for our Spring workshop on March 16th. Registration now open.

SAVE THE DATE - FALL CONFERENCE and TRADESHOW

We want you to have plenty of time to plan, Please mark your calendars for our largest and most exciting yearly event in the Fall of 2023 at Turning Stone Casino.

MEANWHILE we have these events before and more on the horizon:

• March 16: Pace University, NYC (in-person/streamed)

• April 4: webinar, Robotics

• June: Summer retreat – Spinning Wheel (Date to be announced)

• Fall: webinar (Date to be announced)

• October 17 – 19: 3-day annual conference and exhibit show. Turning Stone Resort & Casino

NYSPTA Giving Back

NYSPTA's President and Treasurer Patrick Phillips and Matthew Reitmeier visited the Children’s Hospital of Buffalo Foundation with the check for $500 that was raised during the Fall 2022 Buffalo conference.  We were so proud to have been able to have the privilege to provide to this amazing foundation.

We thank each and every one of you for your enthusiasm and support of NYSPTA

THANK YOU FALL 2022 SPONSORS

Election for the Board of Directors

In tradition with past years, NYSPTA will have its annual election for the Board of Directors at this years’ Annual Fall Conference.

 There are four (4) positions that will be expiring at the end of this calendar year that include:

 (1) One Regular Member;

(1) One Vendor Member;

(1) One Consultant Member; and

(1) Affiliate Member

 A term consists of (2) two calendar years. The role of NYSPTA Board of Directors is to:

• Set strategic direction for the organization

• Provide guidance on industry-specific projects 

• Set the direction of new programs for education, training, and membership

• Planning of the Annual Conference, Summer Training and other educational and networking offerings

 Typical responsibilities for Board Members include attendance at quarterly Board Meetings, two (2) of which are virtual and two (2) of which are in person at various parts of the state; assistance in Conference Planning, active participation on various committees, and special committee meetings that may be required from time to time.

In order to run for a Board Position and included on the ballot, one must be a member in good standing with their annual dues being current or paid in full at the time of the election/conference.

 Anyone interested in running for a Board Position should forward letter of intent by August 30 to Past President and Nominating Committee Chair, Jason Jones.

E-mail: jjones6@albany.edu

NYSPTA is returning to Buffalo: October 18th to October 20th

For the first time since 2015 NYSPTA is returning to Buffalo. Register for the Annual Fall Conference and Expo taking place between October 18th and October 20th. There are many educational sessions, activities, and events planned. Don’t miss out!

JOIN OR RENEW NYSPTA TODAY!

NYSPTA Membership 2022-2023

The NYSPTA is a statewide organization created to enhance the development of parking and transportation professionals within the State of New York to provide a forum in which New York state professionals can network, share and disseminate information specific to the industry, and to speak with a united voice. Renew or Join NYSPTA Today! JOIN OR HERE PLEASE

Please donate in honor and memory of CHARLES GENUNG, Founder of EDC Corporation (AIMS)

Charles D. Genung, born February 16, 1943 in Oswego, NY, passed away peacefully with family by his side on November 26 in Naples, FL. Chuck grew up in Fulton, NY and was educated at St. Mary’s School, Oswego Catholic High School, SUNY Oswego and Syracuse University. Continued

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We will be selling raffle tickets at the retreat to help meet our goal!

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Giving Back and Honoring a Colleague:

Chuck Genung, EDC Corporation

We are thrilled to announce that we have added a charity opportunity to this event. In honor of Charles Genung, Founder and CEO of parking enforcement technology company, EDC Corporation, we will raise money for the

Food Bank of Central New York.

Charles passed away in 2021, and he and his family have been active members of NYSPTA and supporters of the Food Bank. 

There will be multiple ways to donate to this great cause before and during the event!

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS FOR ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE

NYSTPA is currently accepting presentation proposals for its Annual Fall Conference and Tradeshow October 18-20, 2022 at the Aloft Hotel in Buffalo, New York. As always, the goal of our education program is to increase the knowledge base of attendees.

Sessions are 60 minutes in length including Q & A. We are seeking dynamic and informative presentations on parking, transportation and mobility.  Selected presenters will be offered complimentary registration to the conference but will not be compensated for their time or travel expenses if they are selected.

If you are interested, kindly submit the following for consideration in a WORD Document:

1. Contact information (name, organization, address, work phone, and email)

2. Bio and photo (50 words max for bio and a head and shoulders photo-350 dpi or better recommended)

3. Session Title (25 words max) and Description (250 words max)

4. Minimum Three learning objectives and/or audience take

5. Has this presentation ever been given before, and if so, when/where?

Submissions Due June 20 to Dawn Marti

NYSPTA Summer Retreat: Syracuse, NY. Tuesday, June 14th - REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

After a 2 year absence, please join us for the New York State Parking and Transportation Summer Retreat on Tuesday, June 14th. Registration and sponsorship opportunities are open!