Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $265 million investment to enhance water infrastructure across New York State. The funding, approved by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), will support critical water and sewer improvement projects, including $30 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grants to help 30 communities inventory and replace lead service lines.
“This financial assistance is crucial for providing safe drinking water, protecting natural resources, and ensuring project affordability,” said Hochul.
The funds, sourced from BIL and state programs, will enable municipalities to modernize aging water systems, address public health risks, and promote environmental sustainability. EFC President Maureen A. Coleman highlighted the impact of these investments on safe drinking water and pollution control statewide.
The announcement underscores the state’s commitment to improving water infrastructure, benefiting public health and local economies. Check out some of the local projects and communities receiving funding below.
Clean Water Projects:
- Town of Bath – $2,580,413 grant and $1,124,789 interest-free financing from BIL; a $1,249,790 WIIA grant from the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act; and $3,798,175 market-rate financing from the CWSRF for the planning, design, and construction of the Lake Salubria collection sewer extension in the town.
- Village of Sodus – $287,953 interest-free and $591,330 market-rate financing from the CWSRF, and a $67,717 WIIA grant from the Bond Act for the planning, design, and construction of disinfection improvements at the wastewater treatment plant.
Drinking Water Projects:
- Town of Scio – $255,000 grant and $765,000 interest-free financing from BIL; $100,000 interest-free and $200,000 market-rate financing from the DWSRF, and a $1,530,000 WIIA grant for the installation of a new water storage tank to replace the existing tank on Davis Hill Road, and replacement of approximately 5,000 linear feet of aged water main, including appurtenant hydrants and valves.
- Town of Vestal – $991,610 WIIA grant for the installation of approximately 3,900 linear feet of new water main, including associated hydrants, valves, and restoration on Old Vestal and Bunn Hill Roads.
The Board also approved approximately $30 million for lead service line inventory projects for the following municipalities:
- City of Auburn
- Village of Bath
- Village of Penn Yan
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