C.T. Male Associates Engineering, Surveying, Architecture, Landscape Architecture & Geology, DPC

Slips, trips, and falls are some of the most commonly reported accidents this time of the year. Prevent slips, trips, and falls while walking in wet and icy weather - Wear slip-resistant footwear that has good traction - Take shorter steps at a slower pace on icy pavement - Hold onto the handrails when using stairs - Keep your hands free to catch yourself if you start to fall - Avoid walking while distracted; put away your mobile device - Use caution when stepping off curbs and walking up or down steep slopes - Wipe your feet on a mat when you enter a building to remove excess water - Store wet coats and umbrellas away from walkway Use caution when walking in parking lots - Avoid wearing headphones so you can hear cars approaching - Watch for moving cars and heavy equipment; a driver may not be able to see you - Take special care when getting in and out of vehicles when the pavement is slippery or icy - Consider your personal safety on dark winter days - Use designated walkways with good lighting as much as feasible - Walk with other people as often as possible. - Stay focused and alert. Report unsafe conditions - Help to identify areas where accidents are likely to occur so steps can be taken to keep job sites safe.

Grant Awards Announced: Commitment by Upstate NY Municipalities to their Communities is Underscored. C.T. Male Associates has recently secured $1.8 million for local communities via three separate grants administered by the NYS HOME Program. These grants will enable the cities of Glens Falls and Rensselaer along with ADK Roots–a community development non-profit serving Essex and Clinton Counties–to provide affordable housing opportunities for residents. The awards, announced by NYS Homes and Community Renewal, will provide down payment and closing cost assistance for new home buyers, along with moderate rehabilitation assistance to existing lower income homeowners, in support of safe and energy efficient housing. These awards will not only provide much needed assistance to several of our Upstate NY communities but underscore the continued commitment of their stakeholders to exhaust all opportunities to better serve them. You may contact Jim Thatcher, Manager, Community Development, at 518.786.7400 or [email protected], or Melanie Krause, Community Development Specialist, at 518.786.7414 or [email protected], to discuss your community housing and infrastructure priorities.

Looking for a fresh start in 2025? Join an inclusive, collaborative environment that will promote your personal and professional growth, while maintaining a healthy work life balance.   Visit our careers page to see what opportunities are waiting for you, at any one of our five locations throughout New York State!

Together we welcome Jack Higgins, the newest member of the Civil Engineering & Land Services Division, joining us as a Civil Engineer. Jack received his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Management from University of Vermont with a concentration in civil/geotechnical engineering. In his free time, Jack enjoys hiking, woodworking, and DIY-ing. Welcome Jack!

Join us in welcoming recent new hire, Mike Yaeger, joining the Survey Services Division as an Instrument Operator. Mike received his Bachelor’s degree in Film Production from the Rochester Institute of Technology and previously worked as a Climber for Davey Tree Expert Company. In his free time, Mike enjoys hiking, board games, writing, and cookies. We're excited to help develop and train another enthusiastic survey crew member! Welcome Mike!

As we give thanks this season, we count you among our blessings. Happy Thanksgiving from C.T. Male Associates!

At C.T. Male Associates (C.T. Male) we are thankful we can assist the communities that surround us and make up the capital region. The Village of Voorheesville is one such community. In it’s Village Report newsletter for Fall/Winter, Mayor Richard Straut credited the professional work of Melanie Krause, Village resident and C.T. Male employee, in assisting the Village in securing several grant awards. These grants have been used to improve parks, trails, gardens, village cleanliness, sidewalk improvements, and street repairs. We look forward to continuing to assist Voorheesville in its pursuit of grants to improve the quality of life in its community. See the newsletter below for this and other notable village updates:

A hearty congratulations to Elizabeth Rigby, Chris Ormsby, Cliff Bondi, G.I.T., and Ryan Hubbard, for passing the Fundamentals of Geology (FG) exam. Beth, Chris, Cliff, and Ryan have worked very hard preparing for this exam and are now classified as Geologist-in-Training (GIT), a major milestone achieved for their individual path to becoming licensed NYS Professional Geologists. C.T. Male Associates now has five (5) New York State Licensed Professional Geologists and six (6) GIT's on staff within our Environmental Services Division. Our geologists provide clients with a variety of professional geologic services, including: Brownfield and PFAS investigation and remediation; hydrogeologic and potable water well supply services; and, Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.  Join us in congratulating Beth, Chris, Cliff, and Ryan!

Rensselaerville Water District Receives Maximum Funding Award to Upgrade Water Treatment Plant, with C.T. Male’s Help! C.T. Male Associates (C.T. Male) was mentioned recently in a press release published by Rensselaerville Water District. The release credited the use of a Preliminary Engineering Report as drafted by C.T. Male engineers in helping the Town of Rensselaerville obtain eligibility for a New York State Base Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) hardship grant, along with interest free long-term financing. When combined, the award amount exceeds $2.5M. C.T Male team members Kathryn Serra, Bridget Fitz-James and Mark Williams conducted the water evaluation used to obtain the funding. This maximum funding award will allow an upgrade to the District’s water treatment plant, enabling the Town to improve a drinking water system that supplies 79 households. See below for the release: