Should NY ANSWERS services be organized around single counties, consortia of counties (regions), or both?
The majority of respondents were in favor of the POE being organized around a single county entity or, where it is more practical, a regional approach for specific POE functions such as information and assistance. Whatever the unit of organization, respondents suggested developing specific requirements for the POE agency, the State maintaining a lead role particularly in establishing and enforcing performance standards, beginning with information and assistance only and insuring that all databases link with others. How would the number and location of NY ANSWERS sites be determined for each county/region? Most respondents indicate the number and location of sites should be determined based on local needs assessments. This should include demographics, geography, travel patterns, population density, and knowledge of local needs and availability/lack of services. The number and location of sites should be organized to allow for convenient/easy access. The sites need to be on public transp
