CECD applies the human and physical resources of the College
with local business and community organizations.
Leadership Training
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This participatory model taps networks in the Otsego County community for collaborative problem-solving. Leaders in a changing environment must inspire others so they may lead as well. |
Grants Writing
- NYS Office of Small Cities
- NYS Emergency Management Office
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The CECD has researched and written several successful grant applications on behalf of Oneonta area municipalities and non-profit organizations totalling more than $1.5 million. |
Community & Organization Surveys
- Oneonta, Cooperstown, Hartwick, Delhi, Sidney, Maryland, Unadilla, Bainbridge
- Businesses & Non-profits
- Educational Institutions
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Planning and in-field survey assistance using a variety of methods such as
focus groups, mail surveys, telephone surveys, and interview-based surveys. These help in preparing strategic plans and
assessing public opinion about key concerns or initiatives. |
Meeting and Project Facilitation
- Businesses & Non-profits
- Municipalities
- Concerned Citizens Groups
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Facilitate
meetings off campus or on campus in the excellent meeting, lodging, and
catering facilities of the Morris Conference Center. Productive sessions draw on the skills of
CECD staff to plan and conduct special meetings and staff retreats. |
Organization Development
- Strategic planning
- Program evaluation
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Use research-based methods to help people in organizations learn to solve problems by seeing and seizing opportunities, and to constantly improve this process. |
Downtown Economic Development
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Working primarily with the City of Oneonta, the CECD has provided insight and analysis for this traditional business district, including a strategic plan and subsequent merchant surveys. |
