Nora Mary Culhane Friedel Email & Phone Number

Albany, Ny, Us

Public outreach is our passion. We develop an individual engagement process for each project based on the type of input sought by the client, the level of involvement sought by the stakeholders, the geographic reach of the project, and even the time of year. Highland Planning prides itself on creating meaningful opportunities for input – through door-to-door outreach, one-on-one conversations, and reciprocal dialogue between designers and stakeholders.Highland Planning offers a full range of planning, design, and analysis services to help communities craft long-term visions and implement strategic improvements. Our services include developing comprehensive and small-area community plans to guide future growth and development; conducting transportation studies and crafting multimodal connectivity plans to improve mobility; creating climate action and resiliency plans to prepare for climate impacts; designing vibrant public spaces like parks, trails, and active streetscapes; providing planning-level cost estimates to inform budgeting; leveraging GIS mapping and analysis to inform planning decisions; applying graphic design skills to visualize concepts; and preparing engaging data visualizations, 3D renderings, and infographics to illustrate plans and foster public understanding. With deep expertise in all facets of community planning and design, Highland Planning delivers solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs and aspirations.

MJ offers community planning services to assist municipalities, State, and private clients across New York with their immediate and long-term planning needs. In leading projects through a tailored planning process, we spur creative thought, engage stakeholders and provide the technical groundwork for project realization.​MJ's planning group specializes in:​Public Outreach & Consensus BuildingComplete StreetsBrownfield RedevelopmentDowntown & Waterfront RevitalizationNY Forward Trail & Multi-Modal Transportation PlanningLand Use, Corridor & Open Space PlanningComprehensive, Strategic & Site Master PlanningZoning/Form-Based CodeGrant Writing

Albany, New York Area

- Responsible for supporting the coordination and administration of business development programs and lending programs - a key driver of economic development project implementation- identifies important factors for attracting and retaining business activity, working with city officials to develop strategic plans for economic development, representing the community in presentations to private industry, and marketing the city as a location favorable for business relocation or expansion- provides staffing support for the City of Albany COVID Recovery Task Force

Albany, New York, United States

Assists with the execution and implementation of annual operating plans that support strategic direction set by the Board of Directors.Assists with monitoring/evaluating results of the Corporation’s initiatives and programs.Researches and provides reports on economic development opportunities and best practices in business development, real estate development and strategic planning.Represents the Corporation at meetings of its stakeholders, such as local Business Improvement Districts, chambers of commerce, neighborhood associations and City agencies and departments.Prepares and edits correspondence, reports and presentations.

Poughkeepsie, Ny

Assisted in development and implementation of community building and engagement projects in targeted neighborhoods, including: resident engagement, neighborhood beautification, neighborhood branding, public space programing, and social enterprises.

Poughkeepsie, Ny

Responsible for engaging with and coordinating community partners to program, operate, and maintain a local landmark park. This includes developing special event and vendor agreements, conducting outreach to community partners, and scheduling daily/weekly/monthly programs and special events to maintain a steady presence of activity. Works closely with the City of Poughkeepsie to support this project.

Poughkeepsie, Ny

Hudson River Housing is dedicated to eliminating the devastating consequences of homelessness and ensuring that decent, affordable housing is available for all people in our community.The Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory is a is the adaptive reuse of a historic mill building as an exciting blend of small business and living space in Middle Main Poughkeepsie, a downtown neighborhood with a growing food scene and arts community. - Developed and implemented effective marketing plans to ensure full occupancy and waiting list for leasable commercial and residential spaces in PUF- Managed full-size commercial commissary kitchen on premises, Poughkeepsie Open Kitchen- Skillfully released information regarding the organization as a whole, its programs, and its mission through key outlets - Onsite agency representative for national historic registered property

Elizaville, Ny

Poughkeepsie, Ny

The AmeriCorp Community Empowerment VISTA member empowers Middle Main residents and stakeholders to lead initiatives that build self-sufficiency and result in greater economic stability, as well as supporting neighborhood revitalization efforts in Middle Main Poughkeepsie (www.middlemain.com). The Middle Main Initiative (through Hudson River Housing) is a group of residents, businesses, and other supporters that work to build a strong, vibrant, and creative neighborhood.

Poughkeepsie, Ny

The Dolphins Swim Club offers training and practice groups for swimmers from the very young child through high school and varied ability and commitment levels. It is the goal of the Dolphins Swim Club to offer a competitive program while maintaining an atmosphere of fun and family alongside USA swimming.

Poughkeepsie, Ny

Developing program documentation and disseminating information via social media platforms· Built the image for the Center alongside the coordinator from the ground up· Created Facebook/Twitter/G-mail accounts for Center, updates, manages and promotes social media regularly · Aids in organization of promotional events, contacting community partners and hiring new interns

• Work with prospective students and their families, giving them tours of the campus and answering questions.

Summer/Seasonal- certified in CPR, AED, Oxygen Administration, Blood Born Pathogen, Waterfront

- water awareness and safety lessons for children 6 and under - in depth stroke correction and stamina building for all other age groups

Master Of Regional Planning Program (Mrp) In Urban And Regional Planning Degree Program, 3.9 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Planning for Racial Justice Conference 2021 - organizer

Bachelor’S Degree, English Literature

Activities and Societies: D1 Marist Women's Rowing, Campus Ministry

Education record

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Varsity Soccer