Today’s announcement builds on a longstanding State-City partnership that has advanced transformative water and sewer improvements. EFC’s financial assistance over the past 15 years has saved City ratepayers more than $2.7B, including more than $400M in direct grants.
.@GovKathyHochul's announcement includes a $50M investment for @NYCWater—and it’s going straight to the people. From Gowanus Canal cleanup to water bill relief for low income families, this funding protects both New Yorkers' health AND their wallets.
NYS is getting the lead out! Today's groundbreaking in Albany marks the first lead service line replacement project to get underway with @GovKathyHochul's $100M LIFT grants! The City's $12.9M project will be fully grant-funded with the innovative use of state & federal dollars.
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By providing affordable funding, EFC empowers communities large and small to move forward with necessary environmental projects — without overburdening their ratepayers or taking on crippling debt.
📢@GovKathyHochul announced $340M for water infrastructure projects, including $250M for @NYCWater! These investments help make critical projects more affordable, sustainable & manageable, reducing the need for higher rate increases. See all projects > governor.ny.gov/news/governo…
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Higher education means higher-paying jobs. @GovKathyHochul wants to put money back in our pockets by making community college completely FREE for New Yorkers looking to enter high-demand fields. This is great news for our communities – and our businesses!
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Affordability remained at the heart of @GovKathyHochul's cabinet meeting today -- action meets strategy to focus on affordable solutions for all. It's an honor to serve in an administration that prioritizes the people's needs!
.@GovKathyHochul’s sustained commitment of $500 million for water infrastructure is crucial to protecting the public health of New Yorkers and our abundant natural resources, as we’ve seen with the irrefutable positive impact of EFC’s water grant programs.
How EFC will deliver on @GovKathyHochul's clean water #SOTS25 agenda:
☑️WIIA grants
☑️Green Resiliency Grants
☑️A new grant program to strengthen the cybersecurity of the water and wastewater sector
☑️ Assistance to test/remediate private wells impacted by emerging contaminants
.@GovKathyHochul's $500 MILLION clean water funding commitment brings New York State's investment to a record $6 BILLION since 2017!
Clean water is a top priority for @GovKathyHochul. That’s why she’s committing $500 million in the #SOSTS25, to help communities address New York’s most pressing water infrastructure needs.
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In @GovKathyHochul's State of the State, she's making sure young New Yorkers have the support they need to thrive! governor.ny.gov/news/state-s…
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The $428M announced today is a significant investment in New York’s communities and environment. The State Revolving Funds & state water grants are proven programs that help communities meet their water infrastructure needs and plan for long-term success! governor.ny.gov/news/governo…
📢@GovernorKathyHochul has announced $428M in the latest installment of water infrastructure funding for critical projects across New York State! This includes $28M in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding! 🧵
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Thrilled to attend @AHANewYork's Go Red luncheon with my team!♥️United with @GoRedForWomen to bring awareness to the heightened risks of heart disease and stroke, & empower one another to prioritize our health, mitigate the risks, and advocate for solutions.
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I was proud to join @GovKathyHochul @RepPatRyanNY in @cityofpok to celebrate a $12M grant to get the lead out! Under the governor’s leadership, EFC is administering $340M in state & federal funding to ensure communities have resources needed to undertake these critical projects.
As the administrator of the State Revolving Funds, @NYSEFC celebrates with @EPA the 3rd wave of BIL funding. Funding from the first two waves is already making a difference - last month, the City of Newburgh completed the 1st clean water project undertaken with BIL funds in NYS.
💧 New York will receive $450 million for drinking water and wastewater improvements from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law supported State Revolving Funds. Learn more here. epa.gov/newsreleases/new-yor…
Today we celebrated a $51 MILLION state and federal investment in the Town of Thompson with @EPAregion2 & @NYSDEC! State grants & funding from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help the town modernize two wastewater treatment plants and improve water quality!
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From the North Country to New York City and beyond, EFC’s financial assistance will get shovels in the ground for critical projects that safeguard public health and improve water quality while protecting the pockets of New Yorkers!
NEW: @GovKathyHochul has announced $665 MILLION for water infrastructure projects across NYS! This includes $454 MILLION for critical New York City projects. governor.ny.gov/news/governo…
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I was proud to represent @GovKathyHochul at an event celebrating the completion of this crucial project! EFC’s partnership with the @CityOfNewburgh is helping to make marked improvements in the water quality of the Hudson River, saving an estimated $24M for local ratepayers!
Congratulations @CityOfNewburgh on completing your transformational clean water project! It's the 1st clean water project completed in NYS with funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law! governor.ny.gov/news/governo… @EPAregion2 @NYSDEC @SenSchumer @SenGillibrand @RepPatRyanNY
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Under the leadership of @GovKathyHochul, @NYSEFC and our partners are working to ensure that communities across New York receive the financial support they need to undertake critical lead service replacement projects without overburdening local ratepayers. governor.ny.gov/news/governo…
NEW: We’ve awarded $90 million to replace lead pipes and protect drinking water in communities across New York!
No New Yorker should be exposed to dangerous toxins in their drinking water.
These grants are going to help our children and families stay safe and healthy.
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Congratulations, Rebecca! I am so proud of you. 👏👏👏
EFC Engineer Rebecca Lanahan is always ready to dig in, and that's why @NYwaterEnviro inducted her into their Select Society of Sanitary Sludge Shovelers! Also known as the 5S Society, the award recognizes Rebecca’s extraordinary dedication to the wastewater industry. 🎉🎉🎉
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Excited to have represented EFC at the @BankofAmerica NY Municipal Conference! Thank you to @NYSEFC CFO Emily Jamieson for a terrific presentation on EFC's powerhouse State Revolving Funds, and to Executive VP Mike Hale and Financial Analyst Sam Pellegrino, who attended as well.
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