Keith R. Manz, P.E.
Director of Planning & Engineering
22 Traver Road
Gansevoort, NY 12831
Phone: (518)587-1939 ext. 215

Biographical Information:
The position of Director of Planning & Engineering was created by the Town Board in 1992. Keith R. Manz, P.E. has held this position since it was formed. Keith graduated from Cornell University in 1980 with a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering and received his professional engineering license (P.E.) in 1985. He worked a dozen years in the private sector (consulting engineering and construction management firms) before coming to the Town.

Key Responsibilities:
Keith is responsible for reviewing commercial and residential subdivision projects for the Planning Board, as well as inspecting the construction of these projects in the field. The Director of Planning & Engineering oversees the Planning, Engineering and Building Departments. While the Building Department inspects the construction of the actual houses/buildings, the Director of Planning & Engineering inspects the commercial sites and the pavement/drainage portion of subdivision Town roads. Keith manages and coordinates special public works and technical related projects as directed by the Town Board. He also provides technical advice to the various master plan/rezoning committees created by the Town Board and attends the Town Board and Planning Board Meetings each month at the Town Hall.