I’m Working to Bring Federal Dollars Back to Our Capital Region Communities May 18, 2024 Dear Friends,Throughout my time in Congress, I’ve made it a top priority to bring home federal resources that strengthen our local economies, revitalize our communities, and provide critical support to those who need it most. One vital avenue for delivering federal dollars that I’ve used with great success over the years has been the Community Project Funding process. This process offers an opportunity for members of Congress to secure direct federal investments for up to 15 local initiatives that benefit the communities we represent. Local governments and nonprofit organizations may submit requests for funding from one of several eligible accounts, covering projects that range from municipal infrastructure improvements and broadband internet expansion to public health programs and clean energy initiatives. Since this process opened up to congressional offices three years ago, I’ve delivered more than $37 million for dozens of worthy local projects, many of which are already paying dividends for Capital Region families. That diverse array of projects includes:$3,000,000 for the City of Cohoes to construct a floating solar panel array on the city’s reservoir — a project already serving as a model for communities across the nation striving to implement clean energy solutions and drive down consumer costs. Last month, I was thrilled to be on hand as that project broke ground, ushering in a new era of sustainability for the City of Cohoes and its residents.$1,687,500 for the Town of Westerlo to bring broadband internet access to hundreds of previously unserved and underserved households.$800,000 for the City of Mechanicville to replace miles of faulty, outdated water mains that served thousands of Capital Region residents and businesses.$500,000 for SUNY Schenectady to construct a new garage to ensure the continued security, longevity, and accessibility of SUNY Schenectady’s Mobile Workforce Training Labs, which I was proud to help unveil last year.These are just a few of the investments I’ve been honored to fight for, and I look forward to seeing their impact on our region for generations to come. Now, as we enter the fourth year of Community Project Funding, I’m eager to continue working to secure federal funding for worthy initiatives across our region. My office and I received dozens of outstanding applications for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 funding, each of which was put through a rigorous vetting process. With that process now complete, I’m thrilled to announce a new slate of 15 exciting local projects that will support our Capital Region communities and help grow our regional economy. This year, I’ll be working to deliver:$5,000,000 for the Village of Menands’ South End Neighborhood Water System Improvements project$3,775,000 for the Village of Ballston Spa’s ADA Transition Plan Sidewalk Improvement Implementation project$3,222,496 for the Village of Scotia’s Community Park Improvements project$3,000,000 for the City of Albany’s Lincoln Park Southwest Gateway Improvements project$2,050,000 for the Town of Stillwater’s Phase Three Water Main Replacements project$2,000,000 for Hudson Valley Community College’s (HVCC) Applied Technology Education Center Project in Troy$2,000,000 for the Troy Public Library’s Indoor Air Quality Systems project$1,450,000 for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s (RPI) Quantum Innovations in Computing Knowledge (QUICK) Project in Troy$1,200,000 for the Village of Altamont’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Disinfection Improvements project$1,200,000 for the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center’s Community Corner Creation project$1,100,000 for the University at Albany’s CNSE 200mm Wafer Cleanroom Equipment Upgrade Project$1,000,000 for the Crossroads Center for Children’s A Building of our Own project in Schenectady$593,000 for the Glenville Hill Fire District No. 8’s Essential Building Repair and Update project$500,000 for the Town of Milton’s Town Hall Expansion project$300,000 for the Village of Voorheesville’s Clean Water Resiliency and Village Growth project I’m always proud to support federal investments for local initiatives that bring benefits for families and communities across our Capital Region. I’m grateful to the local leaders who proposed and developed these richly deserving projects, and I look forward to spending the coming weeks and months working tirelessly in Washington to bring these federal dollars home. As always, thank you for reading. Your friend, DID YOU KNOW?My office and I are working to make sure you remain informed with the latest updates and recommendations from federal agencies. With that in mind, here is some information that may be of interest to you:The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently launched a new tool allowing consumers to check for recalls on their vehicles using only their license plate number.NHTSA recommends that all vehicle owners check for open recalls at least twice per year.Now, with NHTSA’s new tool, it’s easier than ever for consumers to check for recalls on vehicles, car seats, tires, and other equipment. Here are some tips for checking on recalls:Go to NHTSA.gov/Recalls and enter your vehicle’s license plate number or vehicle identification number (VIN) to check for any open recalls.If your vehicle does have a recall, you can contact your automaker’s local dealership to schedule a FREE recall repair.You can also use NHTSA’s website to search for recalls related to car seats, tires, and other vehicle equipment.If you’d like to be notified if your vehicle is affected by future recalls, you have multiple options.Download NHTSA’s SaferCar App, enter your vehicle information, and let the app send updates automatically if there is a recall.Sign up at NHTSA.gov/Alerts to be notified by email if your vehicle is affected by a future recall.If you think your vehicle may have a safety defect that is not part of a current recall, you can report the problem at NHTSA.gov or call the agency’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236.
May 18, 2024
Dear Friends, Throughout my time in Congress, I’ve made it a top priority to bring home federal resources that strengthen our local economies, revitalize our communities, and provide critical support to those who need it most.
One vital avenue for delivering federal dollars that I’ve used with great success over the years has been the Community Project Funding process. This process offers an opportunity for members of Congress to secure direct federal investments for up to 15 local initiatives that benefit the communities we represent. Local governments and nonprofit organizations may submit requests for funding from one of several eligible accounts, covering projects that range from municipal infrastructure improvements and broadband internet expansion to public health programs and clean energy initiatives.
Since this process opened up to congressional offices three years ago, I’ve delivered more than $37 million for dozens of worthy local projects, many of which are already paying dividends for Capital Region families. That diverse array of projects includes: - $3,000,000 for the City of Cohoes to construct a floating solar panel array on the city’s reservoir — a project already serving as a model for communities across the nation striving to implement clean energy solutions and drive down consumer costs. Last month, I was thrilled to be on hand as that project broke ground, ushering in a new era of sustainability for the City of Cohoes and its residents.
- $1,687,500 for the Town of Westerlo to bring broadband internet access to hundreds of previously unserved and underserved households.
- $800,000 for the City of Mechanicville to replace miles of faulty, outdated water mains that served thousands of Capital Region residents and businesses.
- $500,000 for SUNY Schenectady to construct a new garage to ensure the continued security, longevity, and accessibility of SUNY Schenectady’s Mobile Workforce Training Labs, which I was proud to help unveil last year.
These are just a few of the investments I’ve been honored to fight for, and I look forward to seeing their impact on our region for generations to come.
Now, as we enter the fourth year of Community Project Funding, I’m eager to continue working to secure federal funding for worthy initiatives across our region. My office and I received dozens of outstanding applications for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 funding, each of which was put through a rigorous vetting process. With that process now complete, I’m thrilled to announce a new slate of 15 exciting local projects that will support our Capital Region communities and help grow our regional economy. This year, I’ll be working to deliver: - $5,000,000 for the Village of Menands’ South End Neighborhood Water System Improvements project
- $3,775,000 for the Village of Ballston Spa’s ADA Transition Plan Sidewalk Improvement Implementation project
- $3,222,496 for the Village of Scotia’s Community Park Improvements project
- $3,000,000 for the City of Albany’s Lincoln Park Southwest Gateway Improvements project
- $2,050,000 for the Town of Stillwater’s Phase Three Water Main Replacements project
- $2,000,000 for Hudson Valley Community College’s (HVCC) Applied Technology Education Center Project in Troy
- $2,000,000 for the Troy Public Library’s Indoor Air Quality Systems project
- $1,450,000 for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s (RPI) Quantum Innovations in Computing Knowledge (QUICK) Project in Troy
- $1,200,000 for the Village of Altamont’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Disinfection Improvements project
- $1,200,000 for the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center’s Community Corner Creation project
- $1,100,000 for the University at Albany’s CNSE 200mm Wafer Cleanroom Equipment Upgrade Project
- $1,000,000 for the Crossroads Center for Children’s A Building of our Own project in Schenectady
- $593,000 for the Glenville Hill Fire District No. 8’s Essential Building Repair and Update project
- $500,000 for the Town of Milton’s Town Hall Expansion project
- $300,000 for the Village of Voorheesville’s Clean Water Resiliency and Village Growth project
I’m always proud to support federal investments for local initiatives that bring benefits for families and communities across our Capital Region. I’m grateful to the local leaders who proposed and developed these richly deserving projects, and I look forward to spending the coming weeks and months working tirelessly in Washington to bring these federal dollars home.
As always, thank you for reading.
Your friend,
DID YOU KNOW? My office and I are working to make sure you remain informed with the latest updates and recommendations from federal agencies. With that in mind, here is some information that may be of interest to you: - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently launched a new tool allowing consumers to check for recalls on their vehicles using only their license plate number.
- NHTSA recommends that all vehicle owners check for open recalls at least twice per year.
- Now, with NHTSA’s new tool, it’s easier than ever for consumers to check for recalls on vehicles, car seats, tires, and other equipment. Here are some tips for checking on recalls:
- Go to NHTSA.gov/Recalls and enter your vehicle’s license plate number or vehicle identification number (VIN) to check for any open recalls.
- If your vehicle does have a recall, you can contact your automaker’s local dealership to schedule a FREE recall repair.
- You can also use NHTSA’s website to search for recalls related to car seats, tires, and other vehicle equipment.
- If you’d like to be notified if your vehicle is affected by future recalls, you have multiple options.
- Download NHTSA’s SaferCar App, enter your vehicle information, and let the app send updates automatically if there is a recall.
- Sign up at NHTSA.gov/Alerts to be notified by email if your vehicle is affected by a future recall.
- If you think your vehicle may have a safety defect that is not part of a current recall, you can report the problem at NHTSA.gov or call the agency’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236.
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