Mastering Municipal Home Rule

Last Chance to Register!
NYCOM “Did You Know?” Lunch & Learn Series
Municipal Home Rule Requests in New York

Thursday, April 3, 2025 | 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

Presenter – Brian Coffin, NYCOM Legislative Director

Can your city or village enact its own traffic regulations? What about easing employee residency requirements? How do you establish a hotel/motel occupancy tax? The answer isn't always straightforward! Join us for an exclusive NYCOM webinar where we’ll break down the complexities of Municipal Home Rule Legislation in New York State.

What You’ll Learn:

• The power of Municipal Home Rule Law § 10 & other key statutes
• Areas where state preemption limits local authority
• The four-step process for securing a Special Act from the State Legislature
• How to successfully navigate the home rule request process

Don't miss this chance to get expert insights and ask your pressing questions! Whether you’re looking to establish a residential parking permit system, a speed camera program, or a new hotel/motel occupancy tax, this webinar will help you understand the steps to make it happen.

This webinar is FREE to NYCOM members, but registration is required.  A recording will be provided to registrants following completion of the webinar.

This WORKSHOP is eligible for .75 elective credits for those enrolled in NYCOM's Elected Officials Academy. This program is not being offered for CLE credit. 

Please Note: In order to complete your registration for the webinar, you must click 'Place Order'. You will receive a confirmation email upon successful registration. 

If you have any questions, please contact NYCOM Legislative Director at 518-463-1185 or Brian@nycom.org.