Named a fellow of the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy Vibrant Communities Program
Tom Maggio, AICP, Grant Program Manager of the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority (ECGRA), has been selected as one of just 60 civic leaders nationwide to take part in the Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows Program, an initiative for public sector leaders tackle the most pressing issues facing cities looking to build and sustain vibrant communities.
Tom Maggio, AICP, has been a planning and development professional for over 25 years on the local and national level, most notably helping to re-make Erie’s waterfront.
“There is a need for communities to be led with values and ethics to ensure that we are building a solid foundation so everyone can share in the promise of a prosperous future,” said Maggio. “This program will help ECGRA learn the latest industry trends and give us more planning tools to use.”
The Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows Program seeks to empower civic leaders to tackle critical city and county challenges head-on, address the diverse needs of all residents, and drive meaningful change. Fellows in the cohort represent communities from across the United States, ranging from rural towns to the largest metropolitan areas.
Fellows were predominantly selected from public sector professionals in local government or an association serving local governments and non-profit organizations. Fellows represent city managers, council members, regional planners, agency directors, and more.
“The Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows Program is a groundbreaking initiative that will propel public sector leaders to the forefront of change,” said Dr. George “Mac” McCarthy, President and CEO of The Lincoln Institute.
Through the Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows Program, participants will deepen their leadership capacity and enhance their knowledge of policy trends, cases and toolkits, scenario planning approaches to solutions, and emerging practices. The six-month program includes immersive in-person training and events, online curricula, individual and group coaching, expert webinars, and peer networking.
