Millions of dollars of state funding is coming to water infrastructure projects across New York.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday that $453 million is being awarded to 83 water infrastructure projects through the Water Infrastructure Improvement and Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grant programs.
The Governor’s Office says the grants will support over $1.3 billion in water infrastructure upgrades that will protect drinking water from emerging contaminants, and aim to “modernize aging water and sewer systems, strengthen resilience, regionalize services and support economic development.”
“New York families should not be burdened by rising water bills and outdated systems,” Hochul said in a statement. “With this funding, the State is helping communities take on essential projects without passing unsustainable costs to residents and businesses. These investments will protect public health, support local economies, and help ensure reliable, safe water for years to come.”
Officials say the funding hopes to save local ratepayers an estimated $1.1 billion and create 20,000 jobs.
A complete list of awardees can be found on the state’s website.