The Common Council is seeking individuals interested in serving on the city’s Industrial Development Agency. Interested applicants must currently reside in the City of Poughkeepsie.
The IDA assists economic development projects that create or otherwise foster employment and improve the municipal tax base. This assistance is provided in the form of one or more tax exemptions or abatements to promote, develop and assist in acquiring constructing, equipping and furnishing of qualified projects and facilities.
If you are interested in serving as a member of the IDA, please send your resume and a detailed letter of interest outlining why you would like to serve in this capacity to nbrown@cityofpoughkeepsie.com by Friday, May 26, 2023.
Please do not contact the Common Council to discuss your candidacy. Selected applicants will be contacted directly for an interview.