John Way - John Costello Educational Memorial Fund

In 1984, to honor two dedicated past executive secretaries of the New York State Assessors Association, the John H. Way - John M. Costello Memorial Educational Fund (otherwise known as "The Fund") was established. Advancement of assessor education was a primary focus of both men, and the Association recognized the need to begin a fund to help defray the costs associated with education.

The Fund has thrived over the years thanks to the leadership and dedication of past trustees who are appointed by the president of the New York State Assessors Association and the chair of the Institute of Assessing Officers. The term of office is five years.