Governor Kathy Hochul announced that more than $36 million has been awarded to 48 projects across New York State through the County Infrastructure Grant Program.
Suffolk County won a $1 million grant for Northville Commons, located at 1018 Northville Turnpike in the Town of Riverhead for plans to create 80 units of much-needed affordable rental housing on the 13+ acre site. Program funds will contribute to the creation of an on-site sewage treatment plant, new sidewalks and landscaping.
First launched in November 2024, the program awards grants to support small- and medium-sized county-led infrastructure projects. Modern infrastructure directly impacts New York State’s economic vitality, and supporting small- and medium-scale infrastructure projects enables the state to remain competitive and generate continued economic growth.
“I know first hand how critical infrastructure is in order to uplift communities and bring families and loved ones together,” Governor Hochul said. “From my early days on a Town Board to serving as Erie County Clerk and in Congress, I’ve seen how investments like these can breathe new life into neighborhoods, drive housing growth, support vibrant downtowns, and bring new energy to local economies.”
The program was established to transform New York’s infrastructure to better meet the needs of New Yorkers. The $50 million program was included in the State's FY 2025 Enacted Budget, with an additional $50 million included in the FY 2026 Enacted Budget.
Grants up to $500,000 are awarded to priority projects identified by the county that support economic development, contribute to placemaking or encourage tourism. Enhanced awards of up to $1 million are available for projects supporting the creation of housing with ten or more units. The funding being awarded today will support the construction of over 2,750 new homes across the state.