New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, Patchogue Village Center for the Performing Arts and others are the big winners in Round XI the New York State’s Regional Economic Development Council Initiative.
In total, $196 million was awarded to support 488 projects to stimulate the state’s post-pandemic recovery.
“The pandemic toll touched every corner of the state and every sector of New York’s economy, and as a result we must ensure that our recovery does the same,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement. “As we move forward from the pandemic we are using the rolling grant process to build New York State back better by supporting shovel-ready projects with the potential to accelerate new investments and catalyze economic growth in every community.”
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic will receive $1.05 million to create a Microscopy Innovation Center to advance research and breakthrough treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, clinical depression, and more while training workers in diagnostic microscopy, visualization, and imaging technologies.
Sweet, Sweeter, Sweetest, a Hicksville-based manufacturer will receive $700,000 to expand manufacturing and distribution of candies and food products at its plants. The family-owned and operated manufacturer employs over 600 and will add 50 new jobs and invest in new equipment to enable increased production and distribution.
Patchogue Village Center for the Performing Arts will use $500,000 in New York Main Street funds to assist in the renovation of a multi-use space in the theatre in the downtown Patchogue. The total estimated project cost is $1.5 million.
The Long Island Science Center, a STEAM Learning Museum, will use $1.12 million to construct an iconic regional attraction with a planetarium/lecture hall, functional agritech & energy exhibits, and an “Inventorium” MakerSpace to contribute to Long Island’s economy through family based regional tourism.
“The COVID pandemic has had a devastating impact on our state, and this is especially true for the businesses and organizations that are the foundation of our economy,” Empire State Development Acting Commissioner Hope Knight said in a statement.
“The Regional Economic Development Councils, made up of people who know their own communities best, have recommended innovative projects that will help their regions rebuild, and reemerge stronger and smarter for the future,” she added.
More than 30 Long Island organizations received funding in Round XI. (Source: libn.com)
