Governor Kathy Hochul announced $273 million in funding for water infrastructure projects across New York State, with villages and towns in the Finger Lakes region, including Clyde, Lyons, and Phelps, among the beneficiaries. These investments aim to bolster public health, address environmental risks, and ensure long-term affordability of clean water systems.
The Village of Clyde will receive $2.4 million in grants and financing to replace pumps for two wells, upgrade the chemical feed system, and construct a new water treatment system and building. The upgrades will enhance water quality and reliability for local residents.
In the Town of Lyons, $4.4 million in interest-free financing has been approved for the planning, design, and construction of pump station upgrades to its sanitary sewer collection system. These improvements are expected to reduce environmental risks and enhance system efficiency.
The Town of Phelps has been allocated $587,160 in grant funding and financing to extend its water district, providing public drinking water to 25 properties on White Road and Marbletown Road that currently rely on private wells. This project aims to ensure safe and reliable access to clean water for affected residents.
Governor Hochul underscored the importance of these projects, saying, “By helping communities fund essential upgrades to their water systems, we’re protecting public health, the environment, and New Yorkers’ wallets.”
The funding, sourced through the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds and other state and federal programs, is part of New York’s ongoing commitment to modernizing water infrastructure. Since 2017, the state has invested $6 billion in such projects, with $500 million allocated in the FY25 Executive Budget.
Maureen A. Coleman, President and CEO of the Environmental Facilities Corporation, emphasized that these projects are about more than infrastructure. “By supporting these projects, we’re not just protecting public health today – Governor Hochul is ensuring that future generations have access to reliable, safe water without placing a heavy financial burden on ratepayers.”
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