PERMA Announces New Executive Director
PERMA is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Beth Woods as its' new Executive Director effective January 3, 2022. Ms. Woods’ comes to PERMA with extensive experience within the New York State Government having worked at the New York...
Gear Washer & Dryers – NYSAFC Grant Open!
For the third year, PERMA, in partnership with NYSAFC, are offering a grant to financially assist members in obtaining gear washers and dryers, which remove carcinogens from turnout gear while maintaining gear durability. To be eligible, applicants must be members...
PERMA Members gain recognition with Cornell Local Roads Program
PERMA congratulates multiple members participating in the Cornell Local Roads “Road Master Recognition” program. This program highlights local highway and public works professionals who are committed to training and education by attending workshops and demonstrating an understanding of the concepts...
PERMA congratulates Town Clerk of the Year
A special congratulations to Desiree Potvin, town clerk for one of our current members the Town of Woodbury. This past year she has been recognized by the NYS Town Clerk Association as Town Clerk of the Year, nominated by peers...
Officer Wellness Grant – Accepting Applications!
PERMA's Risk Management department focuses on targeted interventions across specialty areas to help initiate many of our program offerings for our members. Within public safety, we focus on PTSD awareness, alongside law enforcement officer wellness. In collaboration with the New York...
PERMA Fall Conference hosts Chair of the Cannabis Control Board
PERMA's Fall Education Conference will be held Thursday, October 28 and Friday October 29 at Turning Stone Resort & Casino. On Friday, newly elected Chair of the Cannabis Control Board, Tremaine S. Wright will present an overview of the New...
OSHA’s Top 10 Safety Violations
OSHA announces their preliminary safety violations for fiscal year 2021. Below is a list of the Top 10 most frequently cited workplace safety standards. Fall Protection – General Requirements Respiratory Protection Ladders Scaffolding Hazard Communication Lockout/Tagout Fall Protection – Training...
PERMA featured in Waste Management Magazine
PERMA’s Risk Management was highlighted in this month’s, October issue of Waste Management magazine. The article featured the study of re-engineering high-risk job tasks in sanitation through ergonomic wearable technology. This program was launched with a Sanitation member helping determine...
2021 Managers’ Summit: Cybersecurity – Registration is open!
Be sure to register today! Presented by: Carl Benevento, Channel Manager, Cyberstone Security; J.R., Ethical Expert, Cyberstone Security; Ann M. Oot, Town Manager, Town of Manlius; Allison Weber, Town Clerk, Town of Manlius; Edmond Theobald, Town Supervisor, Town of Manlius, President, Association of...
Bulletproof Vest/Outer Carrier Grant: Accepting Applications throughout the Year
Apply today! PERMA’s grant program provides members with the opportunity to upgrade to bulletproof vest outer carriers. Research and a PERMA pilot program have shown that moving some equipment traditionally carried on a duty belt to an outer carrier with...
