Delaware County

Industrial Development Agency


Mission Statement Adopted January 2011

The Delaware County Industrial Development Agency seeks to improve the quality of life in Delaware County by assisting businesses and industry for the purpose of retaining and expanding existing job opportunities, attracting new jobs, and stimulating the investment of capital in the county.

The IDA works in conjunction with the County Department of Economic Development to build a sustainable future for Delaware County. We strive to meet the needs of new and existing businesses through expertise, financial assistance and continued support. The IDA offers a variety of programs and performance based incentives to encourage businesses to expand or locate within the County and create new jobs.

The current economic development priorities of the IDA include:

Community Revitalization

  • Economic Diversification Through Technology

  • Redevelopment of the Historic Catskill’s Tourism Industry

  • Promotion of the Agricultural & Natural Resource Industries

  • Development of “shovel ready” sites for new manufacturing and commercial enterprises.

Delaware County Industrial Development Agency

Elected Officers of the Agency

  • Wayne Oliver

    Wayne Oliver

    Chair

    Term: January 1, 2024-December 31, 2026

    Wayne Oliver, a Delhi native with an MBA from Syracuse University and an Engineering Degree from Clarkson, has over 35 years of successful experience in all areas of Business Management with expertise in Operations, Finance, Marketing and Executive Management. A former President and CEO of Sportsfield Specialties (retired), Wayne has also held various executive management positions with UTC - Carrier Corp., Carlisle Companies and Hendrick Manufacturing. In addition to his extensive business experience he has also demonstrated an ongoing commitment to the local community by serving 12 years on the Delaware Academy School Board, 8 plus years on the Town of Meredith Town Council (recently reelected), 10 plus years on the SUNY Delhi College Council (still active) and on the Board of the Delaware County Local Development Corporation.

  • Scott White

    Vice Chair

    Term: January 1, 2023-December 31, 2025

    Scott White brings financial and lending experience to the board as a career banker. Scott is currently the President of The Bank of Cooperstown. Additionally, he has been an area resident for 30 years and holds a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University.

  • Flerida Santana

    Member

    Term: January 1, 2024-December 31, 2026

    Flerida Santana, boasts 24+ years of experience in analytical management and leadership. Flerida’s career has been predominantly in the field of real estate finance, having worked with several banking companies. Her expertise lies in cultivating conducive business relationships and partnerships, the analysis and management of budgets and cost controls alongside credit, debt, and risk assessments. Flerida is driven by the belief that she is part of something much greater than herself. Giving her the focus of the big picture while still being able to identify the myriad of moving pieces that help realize the bigger picture.

  • Bruce Dolph

    Treasurer

    Term: January 1, 2023-December 31, 2025

    Bruce Dolph serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Delaware County Soil and Water Conservation District in addition to being a self-employed businessman. Bruce also serves on the board for Delaware County Planning Board and is a member of the Walton Grange. Bruce formerly served as a council member and then as supervisor for the Town of Walton. He has also previously served as the President of the Walton Chamber of Commerce, a Boy Scout leader, and as a youth soccer, basketball, and baseball coach. Though he now enjoys a semi-retired lifestyle, Bruce recently sold his H&R Block franchise, with offices in Walton, Delhi, and Sidney, after 35 years in business. In his free time, Bruce and his wife Teresa enjoy spending time with their children. Bruce can also be found tending to his Walton farm where he raises beef cattle and miniature donkeys.

  • Michael O'Brien

    Member

    Term: January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027

    Michael O’Brien retired in 2018 as a financial advisor after 36 years, the last ten with NBT Bank. He served on the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce board of directors for 25 years. His community service includes 35 years as a member of Rotary where he served one year as a club president and in 2001-02 as District Governor of Rotary District 7170. He is scoutmaster of BSA Troop 74, Hancock, NY. Mike and his wife Linda reside in the Town of Hancock.

  • Chrisopher Price

    Secretary

    Term: January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027

    Biography on Chris Price to come.

  • Noel Goodspeed

    Member

    Term: January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027

    Biography on Noel to come.

Committees

Committees meet the fourth Friday of every month during regular meeting of the IDA. Schedule is posted below. Committee minutes are included with the regular meeting minutes every month should the committee meet.

Governance Committee Members

Wayne Oliver, Scott White, Noel Goodspeed

Audit Committee Members

Wayne Oliver, Bruce Dolph, Christopher Price

Finance Committee Members

Wayne Oliver, Scott White, Noel Goodspeed

Executive Management Team

Glenn Nealis, Executive Director

Staff support by the Delaware County Economic Development Office: Lindsay Whitbeck, Sophia Picco & Kelly Mariotti

Glenn Nealis is the Executive Director of both the Delaware County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and the Local Development Corporation (LDC). As a lifelong resident of Delaware County and an active member of his community, Nealis also serves as the Director of Delaware County Economic Development. He has served the county’s business development goals for nearly 25 years. Nealis earned both his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Economics from SUNY Albany. His seasoned experience and leadership enable him to effectively guide the board members of the IDA and the LDC.

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Industrial Development Agency and Local Development Corporation Meetings

Meeting Schedule for 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, January 10, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, February 28, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, March 21, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, April 25, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, May 30, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, June 27, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, July 25, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, August 29, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, September 26, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, October 31, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, November 28, 2025

11:00AM E.T. Friday, December ??, 2025

IDA and LDC meetings are held on the fourth Friday of each month and are open to the public. Agendas are linked above. All meetings are recorded and posted on YouTube and can be accessed at the link below:

Delaware County IDA & LDC Meeting April 25, 2025