On August 21, 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State County Infrastructure Grant Program has awarded $5.4 million to seven infrastructure projects in the Capital Region. The funding is earmarked to improve local roads and facilities throughout the area.
The award is part of a larger $38 million statewide grant program that allocates county‑level infrastructure funds across New York. The statewide initiative is designed to support a variety of transportation and public‑works improvements.
Seven projects in the Capital Region will receive portions of the $5.4 million allocation, though the specific distribution among the projects has not been disclosed. All projects share the common goal of enhancing road conditions and related facilities.
The $5.4 million contribution represents roughly one‑seventh of the total $38 million pool designated for county infrastructure this year, indicating the Capital Region’s share of the broader state effort.
The New York State County Infrastructure Grant Program provides financial assistance to local jurisdictions for projects that address transportation and facility needs. The program continues to evaluate proposals and issue awards on an ongoing basis.
State officials noted that the grant will enable participating municipalities to advance planned improvements without waiting for additional local funding sources. Additional allocations from the $38 million statewide program are expected to be announced later in the fiscal year.