Governor Kathy Hochul today announced up to $9.5 million in State capital funding to support two major projects in Rockville Centre, including the renovation of the Hickey-Joyce Field Complex and upgrades to the Village’s drinking water filtration system.
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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of Pace University’s $200 million renovation of the podium portion of One Pace Plaza in Lower Manhattan, including a new state-of-the-art home for the Sands College of Performing Arts. Supported by nearly $175.4 million in New York State resources, the project creates new performance venues, rehearsal spaces, studios and other facilities that will prepare the next generation of New York artists and creative professionals while strengthening Pace University’s role as an anchor institution in Lower Manhattan.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the topping out of the new $1.7 billion Wadsworth Center Laboratory at the W. Averell Harriman State Office Campus in Albany, marking a major construction milestone as the final structural steel beam was raised into place on the main laboratory building.
Governor Kathy Hochul today was joined by Queens elected officials to announce a historic $33.8 million investment for the first ever community center in Jackson Heights through the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens. The State awarded $10 million for the center, administered by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). The grants will support the building out of Jackson Heights’ first-ever community center and community pool, serving thousands of New Yorkers each year with high-quality, affordable programming.
Governor Kathy Hochul today awarded $3 million in State capital funding to Riverside Park Conservancy for improvements to the pavilion and public restrooms at Dinosaur Playground in Riverside Park. The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) will administer this funding.
Governor Hochul today signed three pieces of legislation focused on clean energy upgrades, climate education and research, and environmental protection, including one establishing an electric landscaping equipment rebate program
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $4 million to support the restoration of Prospect Park Lake in Brooklyn. This additional state funding will provide safe, ADA access to residents and park visitors, improve water quality and resilience from flooding and major storms, and provide a haven for wildlife. The total cost of the restoration is $25 million, including funding from New York State.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $67.5 million in grants through New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS) for 89 projects to build, expand and renovate public playgrounds across New York State. The awards will help municipalities and nonprofit organizations create and improve accessible outdoor spaces where children of all abilities can play, be active and connect with their communities.
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (September 10, 2026) – The New York State Department of Health today joined the New Rochelle YMCA to announce the expansion of free learn-to-swim lessons for children ages 0-12 through Governor Kathy Hochul's NY SWIMS initiative, helping more New York families access critical water safety education and lifesaving skills.
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) President and CEO Robert J. Rodriguez today joined City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers and city leaders to discuss the city’s capital priorities and see firsthand the investments and redevelopment opportunities shaping Poughkeepsie’s continued revitalization.