Governor Hochul Announces More Than $38 Million Awarded to 49 Projects Through Second Round of County Infrastructure Grant Program
Funding Supports County-Led Infrastructure Projects That Grow Housing and Encourage Placemaking and Tourism
Additional $50 Million for Third Round Included in FY 2027 Budget
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $38 million has been awarded to 49 projects across New York State through the County Infrastructure Grant Program. First launched in November 2024 and administered by Empire State Development, the program provides grants to support small- and medium-sized county-led infrastructure projects. To date, more than $74 million has been awarded to nearly 100 projects throughout the state. Modern infrastructure directly impacts New York State’s economic vitality, and the County Infrastructure Grant Program helps the state remain competitive and generate new economic growth, while supporting Governor Hochul's bold housing agenda.
“Investing in infrastructure means investing in New York’s future,” Governor Hochul said. “With $38 million being awarded to 49 different projects across the state, we are giving local governments the tools they need to thrive and expand opportunities for New Yorkers. These investments will help communities build the infrastructure they need to create more housing, attract new businesses and make New York’s communities stronger and more affordable.”
The County Infrastructure Grant Program was established in the State's FY2025 Enacted Budget to help transform New York State’s infrastructure and better meet the needs of its residents. An additional $50 million was included in both the FY 2026 and FY 2027 Enacted Budgets. Grants up to $500,000 are awarded to priority projects identified by the county that support economic development, contribute to placemaking or encourage tourism. Enhanced awards of up to $1 million are available for projects supporting the creation of housing with ten or more units. The funding being awarded today will support the construction of more than 3,200 new homes throughout the state.
Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said, "Modern infrastructure is vital to unlocking new potential for economic growth. Under Governor Hochul's leadership, New York State continues to make investments in locally driven projects that help communities build for the future and capitalize on new opportunities."
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