Schenectady Secures $10 Million in Grants for Critical Infrastructure Upgrades
Schenectady, N.Y. – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced today that the city has secured over $10 million in grants, marking a significant investment in critical infrastructure improvements.
Administered by the New York Environmental Facilities Corporation and the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, these grants will be instrumental in addressing key challenges within the city’s water and sewer systems. Headed by Paul Lafond, the Schenectady Public Works team will play a pivotal role in implementing these projects.
The first grant, totaling $50,000, is designated for the Downtown District Pump Station Modernization Project. This initiative focuses on the revitalization and enhancement of the South Ferry Street Pump Station and the Broadway Pump Station.
These crucial components of the city’s infrastructure will undergo modernization, reconstruction, or replacement to meet the growing demands of an evolving urban environment.
The New York Environmental Facilities Corporation, in awarding the $50,000 grant, recognizes the importance of upgrading essential infrastructure. This partnership signifies a collaborative effort to bolster the resilience and functionality of Schenectady’s water and sewer systems.
The second grant, an impressive $10,000,000, has been allocated to the Mohawk River Inflow Reduction and Resiliency Program. Administered by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, this substantial funding will enable the city to expand its system pumping capacity and implement measures to reduce inflow, ultimately enhancing the water quality in the Mohawk River.
Specifically designed to address sewer overflows during heavy rain, the Mohawk River Inflow Reduction and Resiliency Program will focus on expanding the city’s system pumping capacity. This initiative takes a proactive approach to environmental conservation, ensuring a more resilient system that can better handle adverse weather conditions.
The collaborative efforts between the city the New York Environmental Facilities Corporation and the New York Department of Environmental Conservation underscore a shared commitment to the well-being and sustainability of Schenectady.
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As the Downtown District Pump Station Modernization Project and the Mohawk River Inflow Reduction and Resiliency Program progress, the city is poised to achieve improved water and sewer systems. This marks a significant step towards a more resilient and environmentally friendly future for Schenectady and its residents.