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Planning Department Staff

Robert McKenna
Director, Department of Planning and Development
(845) 569-9400 • rmckenna@cityofnewburgh-ny.gov

Mr. McKenna directs the City's community development, economic development, and planning functions. He also serves as the administrative director of the Industrial Development Agency and the Newburgh Local Development Corporation. An employee of the City since 1988, he holds a Masters in Public Administration from Pace University.
Lourdes Zapata-Perez
Community Development Director
(845) 569-9400 • LPerez@cityofnewburgh-ny.gov

Lourdes Zapata-Perez supervises the City's numerous programs and grants in community development. Formerly Vice President of Community and Economic Development for the South Bronx, she holds a Masters in Public Administration from New York University, and a B.A. in Law and Society/ Women's Studies from Hood College. She is fluent in Spanish.
Ian MacDougall
City Planner
(845) 569-9400 • imacdougall@cityofnewburgh-ny.gov

As Planner, Ian MacDougall implements and manages key planning efforts in the City. Revitalization projects include the waterfront, the sustainable master plan, and rejuvenation of Broadway. Mr. MacDougall holds a Masters Degree of Urban and Rural Planning and a B.A. with Honors in Geography.
Jasmin Miranda
Business Services Coordinator
(845) 569-9400 x204 • JMiranda@cityofnewburgh-ny.gov

Ms. Miranda provides technical assistance to existing businesses and individuals starting a business in the City of Newburgh. Formerly the Deputy Director of Housing and Finance for a Bronx nonprofit, she has more than 10 years experience providing legal, managerial, and housing development and business development support. She is also familiar with real-estate search, relocation, workforce tax credits, business insurance, and problem resolution.
Tara Miller
Office Manager
(845) 569-9400

Tara Miller manages the daily operations of the office for the Department of Planning & Development. She provides and coordinating administrative support for the office staff. Ms. Miller is the point person for information and resources.




     

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