Statement from Assemblymember Cahill on Second Round of Awards from Regional Economic Development Council

Mid-Hudson Region awarded total of $92.8 million to support eighty-four separate projects

December 19, 2012

Kingston, NY – Assemblymember Kevin A. Cahill (D- Ulster, Dutchess) released the following statement today regarding the Regional Economic Development Council’s announcement of funding winners:

“This injection of over 90 million dollars to the Hudson Valley will help the area reach its true potential. Region wide, the awards are an impressive mix of both the traditional tourism sector and the kind of scientific, medical, and technological fields which will aid in diversifying and therefore strengthening the economic portfolio of our area. The projects will help to improve our quality of life and create many permanent, high paying jobs.

“Specifically in Ulster County, I’m pleased that New York State has approved the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council’s $1.2 million proposal to construct the mile-long Hudson Landing Promenade along the Hudson River beginning in the City of Kinston and Ending in the Town of Ulster. This project will aid in accomplishing the shared goal of preserving the natural beauty of the scenic Hudson River, which so many, including the Hudson River Valley Greenway, have been working towards for years.

“Additionally, the $775,000 award to create the Hudson Valley Food Hub, which will provide processing and marketing opportunities to farmers and other food producers and strengthen the area's food distribution infrastructure, has the potential to turn local artisans into nationwide brands.

“These awards bring us closer to a strong economic recovery and a more stable economic future. These resources will contribute to the foundation needed to rebuild our economy, give local businesses the ability to thrive in a competitive global market, and encourage new development. I will continue to work to bring more state investment to the region.”

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