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NYSSPE Seeks to Reduce the Liability of Engineers through Improved Indemnification Legislation
March 22, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Memorandum in Support – An Act respecting oversight of professional engineers and architects by the NYC Department of Buildings
March 22, 2017 By 1 Comment
Re: S4328/A4363 (Senator Lanza/Assemblyman Cusick)
An Act respecting oversight of professional engineers and architects by the NYC Department of Buildings
The following is a support memorandum submitted by NYSSPE to the Senate Committee on Cities regarding the above listed legislation.
The New York State Society of Professional Engineers (NYSSPE) submits this memorandum in SUPPORT of S4328/A4363. NYSSPE is a professional trade association representing the interests of all professional engineers (totaling more than 25,000 licensees in New York State) practicing in all disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, geological, environmental, etc.) and practicing in all practice settings (private sector consulting, industry, government, and education.)
NYSSPE fully supports the repeal of Chapter 542 of the Laws of 2007 which will ensure that professional engineers and licensed architects are subject to uniform professional oversight by the New York State Education Department (SED). The State Education Department is charged with the duty to investigate all cases of alleged professional misconduct and prosecute cases where the evidence supports a finding of professional misconduct. There is no compelling reason to fragment the prosecution of these cases in any region of the state. This is precisely what happened with the adoption of Chapter 542 in 2007. S4328/A4363 will effectuate the repeal of this ill-advised 2007 law. [Read more…]
NYSSPE Design Build Legislation Update February 2017
February 1, 2017 By 3 Comments
The above video is a New York State Society of Professional Engineers (NYSSPE) legislative update on the current legislation that is proposing to impact Design Build regulations in New York State. The video is presented by Anthony Fasano, P.E. NYSSPE Executive Director and NYSSPE Legislative Counsel Mark Kriss, Esq.
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NYSSPE Responds to Governor’s Veto of Parking Garage Inspection Legislation
January 24, 2017 By Leave a Comment
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The above video discusses the New York State Society of Professional Engineers (NYSSPE) response to the recent Governor’s veto of legislation that would require regular inspections of parking garages in New York State.
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NYSSPE Legislative Update January 2017 – Unethical and Unlawful Practice of Engineering in New York
January 11, 2017 By Leave a Comment
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NYSSPE Legislative Update December 2016 – Post Election NYS Legislature Breakdown
December 13, 2016 By Leave a Comment
NYSSPE Legislative Update December 2016 – Parking Garage Inspections Legislation Vetoed
December 8, 2016 By 2 Comments
McLaren Engineering Group Completes Study for Possible Gondola in Albany
November 18, 2016 By Leave a Comment
McLaren Engineering Group has completed a technical feasibility study for a Gondola in the Capital District. McLaren Engineering Group and its partners have completed a technical feasibility study for an aerial gondola that would connect the Albany-Rensselaer Train Station to downtown Albany, providing a new, reliable and efficient transportation option for commuters, visitors and tourists. The project team found that a Capital District Gondola is technically feasible and constructible with minimal impacts, and has strong support from local stakeholders.
The study, which was launched in July 2016 focused on a one-mile long operating corridor that would begin at the Amtrak Station and across the Hudson River to a station on South Pearl Street near the city’s arena; Times Union Center. The gondola would then continue to the Empire State Plaza. 
“The findings to date have exceeded our expectations. A new gondola system can be built that will connect the 825,000 people arriving and departing each year at the Albany-Rensselaer Train Station to three important destinations: downtown Albany, the Albany Capital Center and the Empire State Plaza,” said Peter Melewski, P.E., National Director of Strategic Planning, McLaren Engineering Group. “Building off these initial findings, our project team will continue to work closely with stakeholders to secure funding, continue ridership and rider cost analysis, advance the design, and obtain necessary reviews and approvals.” [Read more…]
NYSSPE NYC Lobby Law Update September 2016 and FAQ
September 28, 2016 By Leave a Comment
The above NYSSPE legislative video discusses the 2013 revisions made to the New York City Lobby Law, which may be implemented in the near future. Many engineering companies are concerned that these revisions may hamper their ability to communicate effectively with officials, as they broaden the definition of lobbying.
Click here for a full FAQ on lobbying for architects and engineers and please comment below this video with your thoughts on this issue, so we at The New York State of Professional Engineers, can consider your opinions and experiences on this issue when we make our decisions moving forward.
CLARIFICATION ON 9-30-16
To be clear the New York City law is presently in effect and in a number of respects parallels the state law. However, the laws do have material differences. An engineer or architect must comply with each law on a stand alone basis. Each law must be independently analyzed to determine whether a lobbying registration requirement (or restriction) is triggered. This can result in the need for filing in both jurisdictions or solely in one jurisdiction. Efforts are underway to amend the laws to offer an integrated approach statewide. NYSSPE is assisting in this effort. Currently in New York City architects, engineers, and their respective firms are only required to register with the NYC Clerk’s Office if they anticipate earning or incurring more than $10,000 for lobbying activity. The New York State threshold is $5,000. An amnesty program in New York City has recently expired. The statewide amnesty program expires on September 30, 2016. More information about the statewide program can be found at: http://www.jcope.ny.gov/pubs/
