$97M to Support Environmental Friendly Travel

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $97 million in funding has been awarded to more than 30 communities across New York State for projects that promote alternative, environmentally friendly modes of travel, such as walking, biking or hiking. The funding will support initiatives that improve access to the transportation system for all users, enhance safety and facilitate the use of non-motorized modes of travel that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The awards were made available through the Federal Highway Administration’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) and are being administered by the New York State Department of Transportation.

“New York State is committed to the goal of creating modern transportation systems that strengthen communities and help all users, not just motorists, get where they need to go safely and efficiently,” Governor Hochul said. “These investments in alternative modes of travel will help New Yorkers leave their cars at home and make it easier to walk or bike to their destinations, which will also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect our environment.”

The Transportation Alternatives Program supports transportation-related projects that advance New York State’s commitment to a safe, accessible and connected transportation system. Funded projects include safe routes to schools, sidewalk improvements, pedestrian and bicycle safety enhancements, improved access to public transportation, and trailway networks. These investments align with the state’s overall strategic goals of strengthening multimodal connectivity, improving transportation safety, enhancing accessibility, and supporting mobility for communities throughout New York.

Funding will support 35 separate projects proposed by counties, towns, cities and villages across the state. The types of projects include:

$16.9 million Awarded to Advance Safe Routes to School - The awards will support projects that improve safety and accessibility along routes to schools, helping children and families travel more safely while encouraging walking, bicycling, and other healthy, active modes of transportation.
$52.8 million Awarded to Improve Sidewalks, Pedestrian, and Bicycle Safety - The awards will support infrastructure improvements that enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety, expand accessibility through ADA-compliant facilities, and improve connections between neighborhoods, community destinations, and activity centers.
$11 million Awarded to Strengthen Multimodal Connections - The awards will support projects that improve mobility and expand access to multimodal transportation options, including connections between pedestrian facilities and public transit.
$16.5 million Awarded to Create and Expand Trailway Networks - The awards will support the development and enhancement of trailway networks and shared-use paths, improving connections for pedestrians and bicyclists between communities, employment centers, and other destinations.

New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez said, “All New Yorkers deserve to have safe, reliable and accessible transportation networks in their communities and thanks to Governor Hochul’s leadership we are making it happen. By investing in alternative modes of travel, we are expanding access to all users of the system while also making our communities stronger and more sustainable.”

Projects were selected through a competitive solicitation process and rated based on established criteria that included overall project benefits and adherence to program goals. Projects must be related to the surface transportation system and provide full access to the public. The TAP project awards amount to no less than $500,000 and no more than $7 million for any single project. NYSDOT will provide up to 80 percent of the total eligible project costs with a minimum 20 percent match provided by the project sponsor. Eligible project costs may include planning, design/engineering services, right-of-way acquisition, construction, and construction inspection.

TAP Awarded Projects:

Capital Region - $9 million

$2.3 million to the Town of Salem for sidewalk improvements along S. Main Street (State Route 22) in Salem's downtown business district.
$1.4 million to the Village of Voorheesville to construct ADA-compliant sidewalks along Mountainview Street, from Maple Avenue to Stonington Hill, creating a safe route to Voorheesville Elementary School.
$731,440 to Greene County to extend a 5-foot-wide, ADA-compliant sidewalk along State Route 23A and North Lake Road in Haines Falls.
$672,400 to the Town of Malta to construct a shared-use path toward the planned Northway Eleven community center.
$3.9 million to the Town of New Lebanon for sidewalk improvements along State Route 22.

Central New York - $1.9 million

$734,421 to the Village of Skaneateles to extend the 5-foot concrete sidewalk on the east side of East Lake Street and construct an asphalt trail connection between Prentiss Drive and an existing sidewalk system.
$1.1 million to the Town of Manlius to install ADA-compliant sidewalks along Enders Road, providing safe routes to the middle and elementary school.

Finger Lakes - $9.5 million

$3.2 million to the Village of Geneseo for sidewalk construction on State Route 20A.
$2.9 million to the Village of Newark to construct new sidewalk and pedestrian improvements on North Main Street, including a crossing signal at Lincoln Elementary School.
$2 million to the Village of Attica for sidewalk construction and improvements on Prospect Street.
$1.4 million to the Town of Brighton to rehabilitate and install new signs on an off-road segment of the Lehigh Valley Trail, creating connections to the University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology.

Long Island - $1.9 million

$1.9 million for the Town of Brookhaven to install sidewalks and pedestrian improvements along Buffalo Avenue in Medford.

Mid-Hudson - $30.9 million

$6 million to the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson for sidewalk replacement and pedestrian infrastructure upgrades in the downtown area.
$4.8 million to the Village of Larchmont for pedestrian, bicycle, and accessibility improvements along the Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont Avenue, and Vanderburgh Avenue corridors.
$4.7 million to the Town of Greenburgh for pedestrian-oriented improvements along Central Park Avenue.
$4.2 million to the Village of Airmont to install ADA-compliant sidewalks along Regina Road.
$3.6 million to the City of Poughkeepsie to rehabilitate 0.4 miles of Grand Avenue with new sidewalks, curb ramps, pavement and signage.
$3.2 million to the Town of Lewisboro for sidewalk and pedestrian crossing improvements in the vicinity of the State Route 121 and Route 35 intersection.
$1.6 million to the Town of Bedford for safety enhancements and an approximate 1,400-linear-foot extension of the multi-use pathway along State Route 117/Bedford Road.
$1.6 million to the Town of Marbletown for sidewalk installation along State Route 213 and Second Street in the Hamlet of High Falls.
$1.1 million to the Village of Buchanan for sidewalk construction along Westchester Avenue.

Mohawk Valley - $7 million

$4.2 million to the Village of Boonville for an integrated system of pedestrian, bicycle, trail, and streetscape improvements.
$1.4 million to the Village of Northville to construct a multi-use path along S. Main Street and S. Main Street Extension.
$840,000 to the Village of Clinton for a 2000-foot-long extension of the Chenango Canal Trail.
$527,200 to Herkimer County for access improvements at the Acme Road entrance to the Empire State Trail.

New York City - $7 million

$7 million to the New York City Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of Queens Boulevard between 73rd Street and Eliot Avenue to add new pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure

North Country - $9.4 million

$5.5 million to Lewis County for the construction or reconstruction of sidewalks in the communities of Beaver Falls, Port Leyden, and Turin.
$3.1 million to the Town of North Elba for the construction of sidewalks and crosswalks along Wesvalley Road.
$731,923 to the Town of Colton to construct sidewalks along State Route 56 and create a pedestrian corridor to the Colton-Pierrepont Central School.

Southern Tier $9.1 million

$4.9 million to the City of Binghamton to reconstruct sidewalks and enhance pedestrian and multimodal safety along the Clinton Street corridor.
$3 million to the Town of Dryden to construct a new segment and upgrade existing segments of the Dryden Rail Trail.
$1.2 million to the Village of Painted Post for a new walkway and pedestrian crossing system to improve walkability to schools.

Western New York $11.4 million

$7 million to the Town of Amherst for the construction of a multi-use trail within the former New York Central Railroad corridor (the Peanut Line).
$2.7 million to the City of North Tonawanda for sidewalk improvements around city schools.
$1.7 million to the Town of West Seneca for the construction of new sidewalks, curb ramps and crosswalks along Seneca Street and Ridge Road.

Senator Charles Schumer said, “Thanks to my Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Law, we’re delivering more than $90 million in federal funding from the Transportation Alternatives Program to make biking, walking, and hiking safer in every corner of the state. This funding means major sidewalk upgrades and replacements in Binghamton and rural communities like Lewis County, and bringing the new Amherst Peanut Line to life for pedestrians and cyclists in Western New York. I am proud to have paved the way for these tremendous investments in greenways, biking and walking paths, and expanded transportation infrastructure to keep New York rolling to a cleaner, healthier, and more accessible future."

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said, “Every New Yorker deserves accessible ways to navigate their neighborhood, whether walking to school, cycling to work, or enjoying local trails. With $97.1 million going directly into community-led transportation projects, we are cutting emissions, improving safety, and building a more connected New York State. I will continue to secure federal dollars to help expand on important projects like these.”

Representative Paul Tonko said, “Investments in local infrastructure connect residents to their communities, jobs, schools, and one another. “’m thrilled by the more than $2 million in combined funding to the Village of Voorheesville and Town of Malta for projects that will enhance community safety and help reduce emissions. I’ll continue pushing for federal investments that connect our communities and make our Capital Region a better, brighter place to call home.”

Representative Grace Meng said, “Investing in our infrastructure is crucial to improving safety. It is critical that Queens continues to receive the funding we need for important upgrades and improvements, and I thank Governor Hochul’s partnership in making this happen.”

Representative Tim Kennedy said, “Transportation that works for everyone shapes the future of our neighborhoods and the families that call them home. From sidewalks and bike lanes to trails and safe routes to school, these projects give Western New Yorkers more ways to get where they need to go. They make it easier for people to walk, bike, and enjoy the outdoors, giving us safer streets and stronger communities. We must continue investing in infrastructure that expands access and connects our region.”

Representative Pat Ryan said, “I’m fighting every day in Congress to expand our transit options and infrastructure in the Hudson Valley. Fixing our roads is a hugely important part of that – and this $3.6 million investment to improve Grand Avenue in the City of Poughkeepsie is a great step in the right direction. This federal funding will help us to build a better Hudson Valley – one where our streets are safe for pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists. I’m thankful to NYSDOT and the Governor for this investment in our community. I look forward to our continued partnership in getting the Hudson Valley the resources we need and deserve.”

Representative John W. Mannion said, “I’m thrilled to see these federal investments improving the connectivity and quality of life in communities across New York, including major projects in NY-22 in Manlius, Skaneateles, and Clinton. Improved sidewalks and trail connections will make getting to school and enjoying the outdoors safer and more accessible. I thank Governor Hochul for her continued partnership and commitment to improving infrastructure in Central New York and the Mohawk Valley.”

Representative Joe Morelle said, “The Lehigh Valley Trail is an important community asset, connecting neighborhoods, recreational opportunities, and some of our region’s leading educational institutions. This federal investment will make the trail safer and more accessible for residents, students, and visitors alike. I’m grateful to Governor Hochul, Commissioner Dominguez, and our partners in the Town of Brighton for their work to strengthen these connections and improve our community.”

Representative George Latimer said, "Thank you to Governor Hochul for delivering over $15 million to make our streets safer for bikers and pedestrians in Westchester County. Ensuring that our neighbors are connected by accessible roads and walkways is both good for our communities and the environment. I look forward to working with Governor Hochul and the New York Department of Transportation as these improvements begin and increase mobility throughout New York."

Representative Josh Riley said, "Keeping our Upstate communities connected is one of my top priorities. This new funding will help expand and upgrade sidewalks across the Hudson Valley and the Southern Tier, improving safety for everyone from our kids walking to school and the letter carriers delivering our mail to folks enjoying a weekend bike ride with their family. I can’t wait to see these dollars go to work and I’m going to keep fighting to bring home important investments like this one.”

Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said, “Investments in pedestrian infrastructure make our communities safer, more accessible, and better connected. I am pleased that $6 million was awarded to Hastings-on-Hudson for downtown streetscape upgrades, and that $4.7 million was awarded for pedestrian improvements along Central Park Avenue in Greenburgh. As Senate Majority Leader, I have worked to advance investments that strengthen communities across New York, and this funding reflects our continued commitment to transportation options that improve safety, support local businesses, and make it easier for residents to get where they need to go.”

State Senator Pete Harckham said, “The announced funding for sidewalk construction and pedestrian crossing improvements and safety enhancements in Bedford, Buchanan and Lewisboro will lead to safer pedestrian travel in these Senate District 40 municipalities. I thank Governor Hochul for directing funds to aid these important projects, which will also decrease the burden of the costs on local taxpayers.”

State Senator Lea Webb said, “Making investments in our infrastructure leads to safer, more connected communities. The Transportation Alternatives Program, otherwise known as TAP, is used to assist municipalities in updating their transportation systems. I am grateful to see that the City of Binghamton and the Town of Dryden are receiving funding that will enhance pedestrians’ experience and provide upgrades along areas frequently visited by our community such as the Clinton Street corridor and the Dryden Rail Trail.”

State Senator Patricia Fahy said, "Sidewalks ensure that our kids can get to and from school safely, allow our seniors to get out and around our community, and help calm busy roadways. The Village of Voorheesville has made major strides and investments in its ongoing Main Street revival and surrounding streets, including critical traffic safety measures. Now, students near or along Mountainview Drive will have the opportunity to walk to school safely when it's completed, strengthening the neighborhood and the small-town character of the Village. I'll always support projects that improve quality of life and want to thank Governor Hochul and my legislative colleagues for their continued focus on supporting all of our communities across the Capital Region."

State Senator Michelle Hinchey said, “Investing in our local infrastructure delivers tangible benefits we can see and feel right away, especially when it comes to creating more walkable communities. This new funding for sidewalk improvements along Route 22 in New Lebanon and Route 23A in Greene County is an important investment in the safety and quality of life of local families. I’m proud to help champion it and thank Governor Hochul and NYSDOT for supporting these local projects.”

State Senator Jeremy Zellner said, “The $7 million awarded to the Peanut Line is tremendous news for Amherst and a major step forward for a project that has been years in the making. This funding brings us within reach of finally making the Peanut Line a reality, turning a former railroad corridor into a trail that will serve our community for years to come. I’m thrilled to see this long-awaited project receive such a significant investment, and I thank Governor Hochul for her commitment to making it happen.”

State Senator Jeremy Cooney said, “The Transportation Alternatives Program is paving the way for new opportunities to connect communities across New York State. This $1.4 million investment in the Lehigh Valley Trail will improve connections to the University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology, two institutions that serve as major hubs for education and innovation in our region. As Chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, I know strengthening our transportation network means investing in all modes of travel. I’m grateful to Governor Hochul for her continued support to help create safer, more accessible and better-connected communities.”

State Senator Christopher Ryan said, “Investing in safe, accessible sidewalks is especially important when it comes to protecting our children and making sure they can get to school safely. The $1.1 million awarded to the Town of Manlius to help install ADA-compliant sidewalks along Enders Road, will create safer routes for students and residents traveling to the nearby middle and elementary schools. I’m glad to see this funding support projects that improve quality of life for families across New York State and help our communities continue to grow.”

State Senator Shelley Mayer said, “I am pleased that the Village of Larchmont will receive nearly $5 million in state funding to make important improvements along the Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont Avenue, and Vanderburgh Avenue corridors. These investments will enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety, improve accessibility, and help ensure that residents can travel through our community safely and comfortably. Whether walking, biking, or driving, everyone deserves safe, accessible roads. I am glad the funding for the Transportation Alternatives Program was included in the final state budget and I thank Governor Hochul for her continued commitment to improving roadway safety and our community.”

State Senator Rachel May said, “Investing in infrastructure that enables us to rely less on vehicles is always a good bet. It connects our communities and is a healthier way to get around. It’s great to see projects that improve our safety and make our neighborhoods a better place to live. Thank you to Governor Hochul and the Department of Transportation for their continued investment in our communities.”

Assemblymember Al Stirpe said, “Since my first term in the Assembly, I have advocated for sidewalks along Enders Road to ensure that there is a safe route to walk to the elementary and middle schools. I am glad these sidewalks are finally being implemented, and I thank the Governor for her support for this project to ensure the safety of my youngest constituents.”

Assemblymember Karen McMahon said, "The announced $7 million in funding for the Peanut Line in Amherst marks a significant milestone in a yearslong effort to transform an abandoned rail line into an accessible biking and walking trail through the heart of our community, connecting with other trails throughout Western New York. I am grateful to the Governor and the NYS Department of Transportation for recognizing the value of the Peanut Line and the importance of expanding transportation alternatives across New York State. This investment brings us one step closer to creating a transformative outdoor recreation experience for Amherst residents and visitors alike."

Assemblymember Jonathan Jacobson said, “One of the keys to a high quality of life are good streets and sidewalks. So, I'm grateful that the City of Poughkeepsie is receiving $3.6 million in funding for much-needed rehabilitation work along Grand Avenue. Improvements to sidewalks, ramps and the street will make this residential thoroughfare more passable and walkable, improving the area for residents and visitors alike."

Assemblymember Sarah Clark said, “We’re lucky to have such an incredible trail system here in Rochester, and investments like this help us build on what makes our region a great place to live. Strengthening connections like the Lehigh Valley Trail makes it easier for people to get outside, explore our community, enjoy nature, and travel between places like the University of Rochester and RIT. I’m grateful to Governor Hochul for her continued commitment to safe alternative transportation and the trail networks that are so vital to our community.”

Assemblymember Bill Conrad said, "Safe travel and accessible thoroughfares enhance our quality of life. This funding for sidewalk improvements around North Tonawanda's school facilities will make pedestrian travel easier and more appealing, and that in turn will deliver better community connectivity and better health for all our residents and visitors. I thank Governor Hochul and NYSDOT for working to bring these much-needed dollars and upgrades to North Tonawanda."

Assemblymember Anna Kelles said, “People need safe, off-road ways to travel between our communities, and these routes should be accessible to people of all abilities. This $3 million award will help close a gap in the Dryden Rail Trail by building a new segment and making existing sections ADA accessible. These additions will ensure equal access to nature and the connected trail will give people another way to reach work, school, and local destinations without having to rely on a car. The connected trails will also make it easier to build exercise into daily life, supporting both physical health and mental well-being. I’m grateful to Governor Hochul and NYSDOT for helping move this connection forward.”

Assemblymember Pat Burke said, “When West Seneca West student Richie Schack saw how dangerous it was for his classmates to cross Ridge Road, he didn’t wait for someone else to fix it. He organized his classmates, collected hundreds of signatures and brought the problem to me. We brought local and state officials together, built support for a solution and took that case to Albany. Thanks to this investment, we’re making that intersection safer for generations of students to come. This is how government is supposed to work, and Richie deserves enormous credit for making it happen.”

Assemblymember MaryJane Shimsky said, “Walking and bicycling have become increasingly important transportation options in the populous suburbs of southern Westchester, where safe, accessible infrastructure can improve connectivity, support local businesses, and enhance quality of life. These investments in Greenburgh and Hastings-on-Hudson will strengthen connections between neighborhoods and downtowns, help ease local traffic and parking pressures, and encourage healthier, more active lifestyles. I thank Governor Hochul for including our communities in the State’s ongoing efforts to expand transportation alternatives for all its residents.”

Assemblymember Michael Cashman said, “A walkable community makes a healthy and vibrant community, and I am very pleased to see one of our own North Country communities receive this funding. I will continue to push for community expansion measures like these grants provide and look forward to seeing this project come to fruition."

Assemblymember Donna Lupardo said, “I am thrilled that the City of Binghamton will be receiving a $4.9M grant to reconstruct sidewalks and improve pedestrian safety along Clinton Street. This grant, combined with the $10M Downtown Revitalization Initiative, will really help bring this area back to life with new commercial and residential developments, and walkable streets. Thank you to the Governor and DOT for their stewardship of the TAP funds, and to the City of Binghamton for their ongoing commitment to improving the Clinton Street neighborhood.”

Assemblymember Steve Otis said, “Congratulations to the Village of Larchmont for the awarding of this competitive FHA Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant to improve safety and accessibility features in the Chatsworth, Larchmont, and Vanderburgh Avenue corridors. Governor Hochul and NYS DOT have helped guide access to these federal funds to make these improvements possible. Congratulations to the other communities selected across the state. Grant funding is vitally important in helping local governments undertake important upgrades while lowering the burden on the property tax. Every state or federal dollar we can deliver to our local governments helps make needed projects a reality.”

Assemblymember Didi Barrett said, “As a longtime advocate for Complete Streets design and expanding infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists, I’m delighted that the Town of New Lebanon will be receiving $3.9 million in Transportation Alternatives Program funding for sidewalk improvements on Route 22. This funding will help protect pedestrians, bikes and drivers while reducing our carbon footprint – a win-win for our communities! I thank Governor Hochul and the DOT for their support of these projects.”

Assemblymember Carrie Woerner said, "As part of Malta's safe routes to school, this funding will ensure that students walking to Chango will be able to do that safely and will provide better pedestrian connectivity between the Village of Round Lake and the Northway Eleven Community," said Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner. "I thank Governor Hochul and Commissioner Dominguez for their leadership in making these funds available to support communities like the Town of Malta."

Assemblymember Steven Raga said, “Queens Boulevard runs through one of the most heavily trafficked and congested areas of our borough, where pedestrian and cyclist safety remains a serious concern. I thank Governor Hochul for her support through the Transportation Alternatives Program to improve safety along Queens Boulevard between 73rd Street and Eliot Avenue. Making walking and cycling safer will also encourage more environmentally friendly ways of getting around, reduce our reliance on cars, and cut greenhouse gas emissions.”

Assemblymember Gabriella A. Romero said, “I am thrilled to see the needs of New Scotland residents be met through the allocation of $1.4 million to the Village of Voorheesville. Investing in infrastructure that improves accessibility and expands transportation options for our communities is essential to ensuring that everyone can travel safely and reliably,” “The construction of these sidewalks is especially important for our students and families, as it will provide them with a safer, more accessible, and more walkable commute to Voorheesville Elementary School. I am proud to see Governor Kathy Hochul leading this initiative, and creating more accessible non-motorized forms of transportation for all New York residents.”

Assemblymember Dana Levenberg said, "Walkable communities are healthy communities. Beyond improving physical health, walking improves social health by making people more likely to encounter one another. I congratulate the Village of Buchanan for their successful application for this funding, which will enable residents to walk to local amenities like the Buchanan Pool. I thank Governor Hochul and the NYSDOT for their continued attention to the infrastructure needs of my district."

Assemblymember Chris Burdick said, “I'm thrilled with the grant funding that is going to Lewisboro and Bedford through the Governor's Transportation Alternatives Program. Lewisboro has long needed sidewalks at Route 121 and Route 35, but it has been cost prohibitive. These new sidewalks will not only benefit the local businesses in that area but will also keep our high school and middle school students safer. Route 117 in Bedford is a main thoroughfare that is desperately in need of an overhaul. These new enhancements will make this area safer, more accessible, and more welcoming. It's encouraging to see these positive and much needed projects in my district.”

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. said, "The streets of Queens belong to all who use them, however they choose to use them. These investments along Queens Boulevard will further the remarkable progress that has already been made to reform the former Boulevard of Death into a corridor where one doesn't have to fear for their safety at all times. Thank you to Governor Hochul and the state Department of Transportation for this important investment in safer streets for all Queens residents, and I look forward to working with our city partners on implementing this new infrastructure as soon as possible."

City of Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham said, "Clinton Street's reconstruction is a historic investment in Binghamton's infrastructure. This $4.9 million award will rebuild the sidewalks and make the corridor safer for everyone who uses it. A safe, walkable Clinton Street will serve small businesses and neighborhoods alike. It is also a key part of our Downtown Revitalization Initiative. Governor Hochul visited Clinton Street earlier this year and saw our progress firsthand. I thank her for supporting our vision for this corridor."

City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers, “Thanks to this $3.6 million in state funding, the City of Poughkeepsie can make critically needed improvements to a deteriorating street with major drainage issues. We know how frustrating the condition of Grand Avenue has been for our residents, and we can finally take action to address their concerns. We are deeply grateful to Governor Kathy Hochul for investing in our City and helping us deliver safer and improved roads for our community.”

Village of Airmont Mayor Nathan Bubel said, “I thank Governor Hochul for this important investment in Airmont and her commitment to improving pedestrian safety throughout New York State. The installation of ADA-compliant sidewalks along Regina Road will make it easier and safer for residents to travel through our community, while improving accessibility for individuals of all ages and abilities. Infrastructure improvements like these are essential to creating safer neighborhoods and ensuring residents have reliable, accessible ways to get where they need to go. We appreciate the state’s support in helping Airmont make these improvements a reality.”

Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Mayor Thomas Drake said, “I thank Governor Hochul for this $6 million investment in Hastings-on-Hudson and her support for improving infrastructure in our community. These downtown sidewalk replacements and pedestrian upgrades will help make our streets safer, more accessible, and more welcoming for residents and visitors of all ages and abilities. As Mayor, it has been my priority to improve the safety and walkability of our downtown, strengthen connections to local businesses and community destinations while enhancing the overall experience of living in and visiting our village. We appreciate the state’s partnership in helping Hastings-on-Hudson continue to build a safer, more accessible, and vibrant downtown.”

Village of Larchmont Mayor Brigid Brennan said, “The Village of Larchmont is deeply grateful to Governor Hochul for supporting pedestrian safety in our beautiful community. I am especially pleased that an intersection lacking walk signals will receive this much-needed upgrade. This investment will make crossing safer for all residents, including a local family whose two color-blind children will benefit from clearer signals and greater confidence when crossing our streets."

Village of Manlius Town Supervisor Sara Bollinger said,“We are thrilled to receive this funding to help the Town connect our community and protect our kids. Residents have been asking for this sidewalk for years. We appreciate the support of the F-M School District and the neighbors who live in the Sidewalk District.”

Town of Bedford Supervisor Ellen Calves said, “For many Bedford residents, having safe places to walk and bike is an important part of enjoying our community. The planned extension of the multi-use pathway along Route 117 will expand those opportunities while improving connections along Bedford Road. Thank you to Governor Hochul for providing this funding and helping us move this project forward. By investing in infrastructure that supports different ways of traveling, we can improve safety and accessibility while preserving the quality of life that makes Bedford such a special place to live.”

Town of Marbletown Supervisor Richard Parete said, “I want to thank Governor Hochul for this significant investment in the Town of Marbletown. We are very excited to receive this $1.6 million grant, which will allow us to improve pedestrian safety and walkability in High Falls. These sidewalks will make it safer and easier for residents and visitors to get around our community, and we are grateful to the Governor and the New York State Department of Transportation for helping make this project a reality.”

Town of Lewisboro Supervisor Tony Goncalves said, On behalf of the Town of Lewisboro, I want to thank Governor Hochul and NYSDOT for recognizing the importance of pedestrian safety in our community. This $3.2 million investment in our sidewalk and crossing improvements planned near Routes 121 and 35 will help address an important infrastructure need and make it easier for residents to get around safely while also benefitting the local businesses in the Cross River Hamlet center. Reliable pedestrian infrastructure is essential to creating more accessible communities, and this funding will help Lewisboro continue making progress toward that goal. We are grateful for the state’s partnership and support.”

Town of Greenburgh Supervisor Paul Feiner said, “Central Park Avenue is an important corridor for Greenburgh, and making it safer and more accessible benefits residents, businesses, and visitors throughout our community. I appreciate Governor Hochul’s $4.7 million investment in pedestrian-oriented improvements that will help people navigate this busy roadway more safely and walk safely from White Plains in the North to Yonkers in the South. As we continue working to improve infrastructure across Greenburgh, investments like this are an important part of building safer streets that serve everyone, not just motorists.”

Town of Dryden Supervisor Jason Leifer said, “The Town of Dryden thanks the Governor for her continued support of Dryden’s Rail trail. This grant will allow Dryden to begin Phase 3 of the project, which includes ADA access in several locations, stone dust surfacing, safe road crossings, and parking.”

Lewis County Board of Legislators Chair Larry Dolhof said, “For the past six years, Lewis County has worked to prioritize Complete Streets improvements alongside planned highway projects throughout the county. This investment of more than $5.5 million will help us achieve many of those goals in the Villages of Port Leyden and Turin and the Hamlet of Beaver Falls, spanning the Towns of Croghan and New Bremen, revitalizing our downtowns and hamlets while creating safer routes to school and better pedestrian connections for residents of all ages and abilities.”

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