Follow us on Twitter!
subscribesubscriber servicescontact usabout ussite mapBuy a Classified
Sat, Jul 11 2009 

Published: April 23, 2008 07:38 am    print this story  

Project funds available along Rt. 28

'Smart growth’ grants part of state program

By Patricia Breakey
Delhi News Bureau

Gov. David Paterson recently announced that $500,000 in state grants is available for six towns and villages along the Route 28 corridor for “smart growth” capital improvement projects. Locally, the funding is available for the towns of Andes and Middletown, as well as the villages of Fleischmanns and Margaretville.

The funding is targeted for capital improvement projects that apply the principles of smart growth within the Central Catskills, officials said. Smart growth promotes development in historic hamlets and aims to enhance the connection of residents and visitors to the area’s exceptional natural resources. Examples of projects that are eligible for funding include pedestrian and streetscape amenities such as sidewalks, benches, and parks, as well as facade improvements, reuse of abandoned buildings and signs.

“This is great news for these Catskill communities,” Peter Manning, Catskill Center regional planner said Monday. “It’s a unique funding opportunity,” Debra DeWan, Catskill Center interim director, said. “These meetings will give representatives of municipalities and nonprofit organizations a chance to talk to people from the state DEC about the grants.”

“The Route 28 Corridor is integral to the Central Catskills’ sense of place,” Manning said. “The state’s given the region a real boost, and it’s clear they are a key partner in helping communities preserve what makes the Catskills special while wisely accommodating land use change.”

Sen. John Bonacic, R-Mount Hope, said the grants will help the communities plan for sustainable development. “The natural resources and cultural heritage in our region are primary components that sustain and grow the tourism economy,” Bonacic said in a media release. “Protecting (the region) while promoting economic development opportunities is a win for residents and visitors alike.”

Bonacic said that the grants, a minimum of $40,000 each, will be administered by the DEC in partnership with the Department of State.

Applications must be postmarked no later than June 20 and hand-delivered applications must be received by 4 p.m. that day.

To obtain application forms or for more information, visit the DEC’s website at www.dec.ny.gov/pubs/37874.html.

print this story  



Zillow
monster
autoconx
Premier Guide
Find a business

Walking Fingers
Maps, Menus, Store hours, Coupons, and more...
Premier Guide
Featured Jobs

Now Hiring ExperiencedSous Chef & Grill Cooks.
Now Hiring ExperiencedSous Chef & Grill Cooks. FT & PT. Apply in Person @ Tunnicliff Inn 607-547-9611...>MORE

Now Hiring QuickwayManager Hartwick/Oneonta NY
Now Hiring QuickwayManager Hartwick/Oneonta NY To Apply Call 607-237-4593 or email flo.kemeren@mirabito.com...>MORE

The Neptune Diner is now accepting applications
The Neptune Diner is now accepting applications for Overnight Waitstaff Apply in Person Rt. 23 Southside....>MORE

See all ads

Featured Autos

New, Used, Dealer or Individual
If you have a new or used car that you want to sell, advertise here on our Premium Auto section of our website. Whether...>MORE

Selling your car?
If you are looking for another way to advertise that you are selling your new or used vehicle, call The Daily Star Class...>MORE

Clean 03 Hyundai Elantra
Clean 03 Hyundai Elantra Front Motor Seal Needs Replacing $2250.00...>MORE

1996 Sunline Travel Trailer: 26 ft.,
1996 Sunline Travel Trailer: 26 ft., excellent shape. Everything works $3800. Call 607-278-6887 ...>MORE

See all ads

Featured Real Estate

Otego 1 bedroom upstairs
Otego 1 bedroom upstairs off street parking, credit check $600 + elec. + security. 315-491-3046. ...>MORE

4 bedroom Stamford village house
4 bedroom Stamford village house, no pets, all amenities $750 + deposit & utilities. 652-9019 ...>MORE

2 & 3 bedroom apt.'s in West End
2 & 3 bedroom apt.'s in West End with garage. No pets $600 & $725/mo + util. 432-8709 after 5pm...>MORE

Country 4 Bedroom 1 Bath Lg. Yard.
Country 4 Bedroom 1 Bath Lg. Yard. Milford School. Immediate Occupancy $700/mo. + Util. & Security, 3 References. Call...>MORE

Oneonta 1st FL Spacious
Oneonta 1st FL Spacious 1 Bed, Garage, W/D No Pets/Smoke. Quiet & Professional $695 + Util. Avail 7/1 Call Steve 607-...>MORE

See all ads

thedailystar.com
Home
Local News
Local Sports
Obituaries
Weather
Community
Police Blotter
Lifestyles
Letters to the Editor
Editorials
Columns
Community News
Forums
Contests
AP Headlines
Street Talk
Special sections
Web Extras
Archive
Photos
Video
Births
Step Back in Time
Support Groups
What's Going On
Communtiy Calendar

Columnists
Emily Popek
Sam Pollak
Tanya Shalor
Tom Sears
Tom Grace
Lisa Miller
Cary Brunswick
Mark Simonson
My Turn
Michele Clapperton
Additional Resources
Business Card Index
Real Estate Professionals
Stay Tuned - TV Guide
Social Networks
WUOW Radio
SUNY Oneonta Weather Cam
Breaking News Alerts

Market Place
Jobs
Cars
Classifieds
Free Coupons
Yellow Pages
Place an ad
Employment Opportunties
Cafe Press: The Daily Star Store
Circulation
Subscriptions
Renew Subscription
Use EZ Pay
Vacation Stop
Delivery Feedback
Address Change
Weekly Star Locations

Services
Report a website issue
Contact Information
Advertise with us
Website Design
Photo Reprints
Can't find an article
Full Page Reprint

Reader Submissions
Birth Announcement
Community Event Announcement
Wedding / Engagement Announcement
News Tip or Story Idea
Photos
Letter to the Editor
Closing, Delay or Cancellation






Partners
Prom dresses Fundraisers Full Tilt kids bedding
Concert Tickets Speedy-paydayloans and Cash Advance Wireless broadband Cash Advance Car Rental Avis - Hertz - Europcar
Casinos Canda Online Gambling News Online Casino Place Your Link Here! Payday Loan
Geld Reverse Phone Number Lookup

 

Community Newspaper Holdings, Inc.CNHI Classified Advertising NetworkCNHI News Service
Associated Press content © 2009. All rights reserved. AP content may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Our site is powered by Zope and our Internet Yellow Pages site is powered by PremierGuide.
Some parts of our site may require you to download the Flash Player Plugin.
Advertiser index