CPIC – Volunteer Members Sought

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Written By Martina McClinton

The Village of Rhinebeck is seeking residents and Village stakeholders interested in serving on the Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee (CPIC).

Those interested in contributing their time and expertise to help implement the Village’s Comprehensive Plan are encouraged to apply. Please submit a brief letter of interest and résumé (optional) to the Village Clerk at:
mmclinton@villageofrhinebeck.gov by March 20, 2026.

The CPIC was established by the Village Board of Trustees following adoption of the 2024 Village Comprehensive Plan. The committee serves as an advisory body to the Board and helps guide the long-term implementation of the Plan’s recommendations.

Responsibilities

Members of the CPIC work collaboratively to:

  • Help develop and maintain an implementation action plan that prioritizes short-, mid-, and long-term goals from the Comprehensive Plan

  • Coordinate with Village boards, committees, staff, and community stakeholders

  • Monitor progress on implementation and provide periodic updates to the Board of Trustees

  • Identify funding opportunities and support grant-funded initiatives

  • Foster public engagement and transparency around implementation efforts

  • Provide guidance on policy or regulatory changes that may help advance the Plan’s goals

The CPIC also serves as the Village’s Zoning Advisory Committee for the New York State Smart Growth zoning code update grant. The technical drafting of the zoning code is being conducted by the Zoning Code Working Group, which operates as a subcommittee of the CPIC with support from the Village’s planning consultant.

Membership

The committee consists of 7–9 members appointed by the Mayor with approval of the Board of Trustees. Members include representatives from Village boards and community members with relevant experience or interest in areas such as:

  • Planning and land use

  • Architecture or design

  • Historic preservation

  • Sustainability and climate planning

  • Economic development

  • Community engagement

Members must be Village residents or owners/operators of a business with frontage in the Village Center. Preference is given to Village residents.

Term and Meetings

  • Members serve two-year staggered terms appointed April 1.

  • The committee is currently meeting the first Thursday of the month at 6pm, with additional meetings as needed depending on project work.

 

Martina McClinton
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