The New York State Department of State is soliciting applications for the Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Program, which aims to support community redevelopment of areas affected by historical disinvestment, vacant and blighted properties, and the presence or potential presence of brownfields. The program provides funding for four types of activities: Pre-Planning, Planning, Predevelopment Activities, and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments. Eligible applicants include municipalities, community-based organizations, and New York City community boards. The program encourages applicants to work in partnership to jointly apply for funding and to include alternative energy siting and universal accessibility in their design. The program also requires applicants to demonstrate good faith efforts to achieve minority- and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) participation goals. Key aspects of the job include: • Pre-Planning: Area-wide site identification, inventory, and preliminary analysis of land use of affected areas • Planning: Development or update of a BOA Plan, which includes a community vision, goals, and strategies for revitalization • Predevelopment Activities: Activities to complete analyses, plans, and studies, or professional services to advance redevelopment within a State-Designated BOA • Phase II Environmental Site Assessments: Site environmental investigation activities, including sampling and chemical testing within a State-Designated BOA The program's goals include promoting economic development, improving public health, and encouraging new housing and public amenities.