Assemblyman Matt Simpson (R,C-Adirondack) today congratulated Mark Hall of Star Lake on his selection as the new chair of the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) Board. Hall is a longtime advocate for balanced conservation and economic growth in the Adirondacks and will succeed retiring Chair John Ernst.

“I am thrilled to see Mark Hall step into the role of APA chair,” said Simpson. “Mark’s background serving North Country communities and proven track record of bridging environmental protection with economic vitality make him the ideal leader. I look forward to working with him to support our local families and preserve our natural heritage,” said Simpson.

Mark Hall is a dedicated public servant with decades of experience in local government, economic development and environmental remediation. Hall has served on the APA Board since 2021 and held various roles over the years, including town supervisor of Fine, executive director of the Adirondack Association of Towns and Villages and board member of the St. Lawrence County Industrial Development Agency. His expertise in water quality improvement, brownfield cleanup and broadband infrastructure will help lead the APA through pressing challenges like climate resilience and sustainable tourism.