DASNY Press Releases

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.

ALBANY, NY – The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) took competitive bids on approximately $1.88 billion in Sales Tax Bonds across five tax-exempt bidding groups and one taxable bidding group. The bond offering attracted robust interest from between 8 and 11 firms participating in the competitive bidding process.

ALBANY, N.Y. — The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) today announced the closing of $22.8 million in tax-exempt lease financing on behalf of NYSARC, Inc., d/b/a The Arc New York. The financing will support the purchase of vehicles, technology and other equipment used to provide services across its statewide network.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the second round of the Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS) capital grant program, making $75 million available to municipalities and nonprofit organizations to build, renovate and modernize community centers across New York State. Governor Hochul secured the funding in the FY2027 Enacted Budget to support community centers that promote physical health, mental well-being and connections among youth and older adults. The second round of NY BRICKS will provide grants ranging from $250,000 to $15 million, with priority given to projects in underserved communities.

The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) today announced $1.8 million in state funding for improvements to the North Elba Showgrounds in Lake Placid, home to the internationally recognized Lake Placid and I Love New York Horse Shows. Governor Kathy Hochul awarded the $1.8 million in support, which DASNY will administer. This funding builds on a previous $6 million state investment to replace the Long Building at the showgrounds and will support further improvements to the facility.

BRONX, N.Y. — Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) President and CEO Robert J. Rodriguez joined Bronx Community College President Dr. Larry D. Johnson, Jr., this week for a tour of capital projects that are improving the student experience, modernizing campus infrastructure and preserving one of CUNY's most historic campuses.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $42.6 million in capital grants for 32 projects at independent colleges and universities across New York State through the Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program (HECap). The awards will support renovations, new equipment, critical infrastructure improvement, and modern learning environments that prepare students for careers in healthcare, science, technology, education and other high-demand fields while strengthening campuses across New York State.

Governor Kathy Hochul and Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today announced that New York State is providing the final funding needed to reconstruct the historic Highland Park Children's Pavilion, allowing the long-awaited project to move forward and fulfilling a commitment made more than 60 years ago to replace the original structure. Governor Hochul recently committed $3.9 million in capital funding, administered through DASNY, that closes the remaining funding gap for the approximately $7.73 million project.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $21 million in additional funding through the New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming (NY SWIMS) initiative to support 16 projects that will expand access to safe, modern swimming facilities across New York State. A majority of funds — $12.2 million — will support projects in underserved communities to expand access to safe and reliable public swimming facilities in areas where options have long been limited.