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Joseph Minuta

Joseph Minuta

Fiber Optic Engineer/ Cartographer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Member/Principal RA @ Minuta Architecture, PLLC | NCARB, CACB, B. Arch

  • Education

    • SUNY Orange

      1989 - 1992
      Assoc in Applied Science Architectural Technology

      Activities and Societies: AIA Student chapter. Architectural Technology, Design, Drafting, Drawing, Land Surveying, Calculus, Rendering, Construction Documents, Estimating, Structure

    • Newburgh Free Academy

      1987 - 1989
      High School Diploma Mechanical Drafting

      Activities and Societies: Pole Vault *Bronze Medal* and Track relay team Pole Vaulter, Art &Science, Social Activities

    • Pratt Institute

      1992 - 1996
      B. Arch with high honors (5 year) Architecture, Structure, Airport Design, Historic Restoration 3.85 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Steel & Reinforced Concrete design Graduated with High Honors. Studied in New York City and Italy. NYC based Projects include University, Educational facility, Gallery, Urban mixed used retail, Vermont residential. Italy based projects include: Churches, Piazza, Fountain studies with empahsis on the misting patterns. Pratt Institute retained 2 projects for their Architectural Accreditation:5 story Reinforced Concrete Structural Design project under the direction of Y.S. Lee. Pioneered use of MS excel spreadsheet formulas to… Show more Studied in New York City and Italy. NYC based Projects include University, Educational facility, Gallery, Urban mixed used retail, Vermont residential. Italy based projects include: Churches, Piazza, Fountain studies with empahsis on the misting patterns. Pratt Institute retained 2 projects for their Architectural Accreditation:5 story Reinforced Concrete Structural Design project under the direction of Y.S. Lee. Pioneered use of MS excel spreadsheet formulas to calculate the buildings complete structural requirements using bay sizes and forces criteria. JFK Airport Terminal Design under the direction of Warren Gran, Al Lorenz Robert Davidson, Chief Architect for the Port Authority of NY & NJ These projects remain in Pratt's archives. Studied Airport Design at World Trade Towers 1994 under Robert Davidson, AIA Architecture Director of PA of NY & NJ in conjunction with Pratt Institute's Warren Gran & Al Lorenz. Projects on permanent record with Pratt for exemplary design work. Show less

  • Experience

    • Continental Cablevision

      Feb 1993 - Feb 1996
      Fiber Optic Engineer/ Cartographer

      Responsible for mapping & design of of the existing copper infrastructure and new fiber-optic infrastructure throughout New York's Westchester & Rockland Counties. The backbone for today's HD television, phone and internet. Construction cost $42 Billion.

    • DeGraw & Dehaan Architects

      Mar 1996 - Apr 1998
      Architectural Intern

    • Denker Cackovic Architects

      May 1998 - Dec 1999
      Architect Intern

      Architect Intern with high degree of responsible for St. Philip Neri Church reconstruction; Mavis Discount Tire; and US Postal Service projects. Duites include CAD training and team integration of AutoCAD from a different platform and team CAD training & development of standards.

    • Carter & Burgess

      Jan 1999 - Feb 2001
      Architectural Services Manager

      Direct report to the Unit Leader, responsible for managing Fortune 500 clients with annual project construction range of $40 million. Part of a start up office team of 5 that grew a the Connecticut branch office into two offices and 75 employees within 6 months. Specializing in telecommunications facilities design, upgrades for code compliance and building life cycle maintenance. Creation of a CAD Standards system and procedures manual to unify all C::B Branch offices under one codified standard. Show less

    • British Petroleum

      Jan 2001 - Mar 2003
      President & Director of B.A.S.E. Inc.

      Established BP's architectural marketing initiative through the establishment of a national architectural subsidiary providing services to new car dealerships, BP Amoco conversion sites, Quick lube and big box retailers. Directed U.S. operations, marketing, client contracts, branding and architectural design. Directed and coordinated legal, finance, accounting and taxation departments, project management and preparation of preliminary construction budgets.

    • Minuta Architecture, PLLC

      May 2001 - now
      Member/ Principal RA

    • SUNY Orange

      Aug 2002 - Aug 2003
      Adjunct Professor

      Architectural Technology Program

    • Mount Saint Mary College

      Mar 2013 - Mar 2014
      Adjunct Professor

      Graphic Arts and Branding

    • Newburgh Enlarged City School District

      Jul 2015 - Jun 2018
      Board Member

    • Orange County Government, NY

      Jan 2018 - now

      • Orange County Legislator District 15

        Jan 2018 - now

      • Legislator

        Jan 2018 - now

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Buffalo Soldier Memorial US General Fred Gorden Sep 2021 Recognition of volunteer service for the pediment and surround design for the Buffalo Soldier Memorial.
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Recognition of Support Police Chiefs Association of Orange County Nov 2019
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Water Quality Task Force NYS Assemblyman Nov 2019
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Archibru 82 Award Series American Institute of Architects Nov 2018 Chapter Member Honor AwardKenneth K. Stowell Award,Recognition of exemplary effort and contributions toward the Chapter efforts
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Respect and Confidence Earned in Community NYS Executive Chamber, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Nov 2017
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Generosity and Support Our Lady of Lourdes High School, Catherine B. Merryman, Principal May 2017
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Board Achievement Award NYS School Boards Association 2017
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Thomas D. Peterkin Award Disabled American Veterans Chapter #152 May 2016 His service in assisting and given us Architecture Plans for a project to improve our building demonstrating exceptional professionalism and dedications supporting Chapter #152 Veterans.
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Endorsement Newburgh Teachers Association, Art Plichta, NTA President Apr 2015
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Sponsorship of ABG SEQRA Summit The Orange County Partnership, Maureen Hallahan, President & CEO Sep 2013
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Assembly Minority Steering Committee Forum Assemblywomen Nancy Calhoun 96th Assembly District and Jane Corwin, Steering Committee Chair Jan 2012
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Certificate of Merit Senator William J. Larkin, Jr Nov 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Certificate of Merit NYS Assemblywoman Annie Rabbitt Nov 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Certificate of Merit NYS Assemblywoman, Aileen M. Gunther Nov 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Certificate of Merit NYS Senator John J. Bonacic Nov 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Certificate of Merit NYS Assemblywoman Nancy Calhoun Nov 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Rising Star Award 2010 Orange County Chamber of Commerce Nov 2009 These awards recognize individuals between the ages of 21 and 40 who are up-and-coming leaders in their professional and volunteer lives. Nominees must live, work, or volunteer in Orange County . Selection is based on the individual's professional and volunteer activities, demonstrated leadership and the impact the nominee has had on his/her organization or community. An independent panel chooses the recipients from a diverse pool of candidates for this annual award.
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Member City of Newburgh Architectural Review Commission Dwight H. Douglas, Acting City Manager Jul 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Recognition of Award Retail Shopping Center Design Kingston, NY Orange County Chamber of Commerce, John A. D'Ambrosio, Ed.D., President Apr 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Recommendation and Exemplary Performance Town of Ulster Planning Board, Mary Secreto, Planning Secretary Mar 2009
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Bronze Sponsor Recognition Pattern for Progress, Jonathan Drapkin Nov 2008
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Certificate of Appreciation Elant Inc Mar 2007 Generosity of time, spirit and talents in support of Renewing Elant at Newburgh Initiative.
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Who's Who in America 2004 & 2005 Marquis Who's Who 2005
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      AIA Connecticut Appreciation Award American Institute of Architects 2001
    • Awarded to Joseph Minuta
      Signature Award Elant Inc. In recognition of commitment and creative contributions to health & wellness in Orange County and beyond - Elant, Inc.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member/ past officer

      Issued by Elks Bpoe Lodge #247 on May 2008
      Elks Bpoe Lodge #247Associated with Joseph Minuta

    • Board Member

      Issued by NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY on Jan 2012
      NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMYAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Member Golf Committee

      Issued by St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh, NY on Jan 2012
      St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh, NYAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Board Member

      Issued by Elant on Mar 2005
      ElantAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Board Member

      Issued by Orange County Water Authority on Mar 2014
      Orange County Water AuthorityAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Grant Evaluator

      Issued by NYS Council on the Arts on Jan 2001
      NYS Council on the ArtsAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Board Member

      Issued by Planning Board, Town of New Windsor, NY on Jan 2005
      Planning Board, Town of New Windsor, NYAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Board Member

      Issued by Zoning Board of Appeals, New Windsor, NY on Jan 2004
      Zoning Board of Appeals, New Windsor, NYAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Architect Member - Architectural Review Commission

      Issued by City of Newburgh, New York on Jan 2009
      City of Newburgh, New YorkAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Chairman

      Issued by Elant Foundation Inc on Jan 2010
      Elant Foundation IncAssociated with Joseph Minuta

    • Board Member

      Issued by Elant Foundation Inc on Jan 2005
      Elant Foundation IncAssociated with Joseph Minuta