With the release of New York's Consolidated Funding Application, Governor Cuomo's economic development strategies are being implemented. Municipalities, businesses and not-for-profit organizations are faced with the task of submitting important application materials by October 31, 2011. While this undertaking can seem daunting, with the right assistance this new structure can become an opportunity for an organization. With many funding programs brought together under one umbrella and a coordinated method of evaluation, businesses, municipalities and not-for-profits have the opportunity to obtain needed funding for their projects and programs. Green & Seifter, Attorneys, PLLC has announced the formation of its Consolidated Funding Application Working Group. Drawing upon its unique resources and experience in project development, project finance, economic development and grant writing, the firm has formed a team uniquely situated to assist businesses, municipalities and not-for-profit organizations with the new direction of economic development in New York.