The downtown areas of Dunkirk, Lancaster and Wellsville will be getting major facelifts using state funds. Approximately $19 million will go into 22 projects in the three municipalities as part of two economic development programs: the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward. Gov.
Kathy Hochul announced Monday that there will be nine projects for Dunkirk – the recipient of a nearly $10 million DRI award – seven projects for Wellsville and eight for Lancaster – both winners of a $4.5 million NY Forward award. The City of Dunkirk Marina and an adjacent 1.
9-acre development site – located on either side of the city pier – are up for sale either separately or together. “These projects in Western New York will help revitalize our beautiful downtowns and create more opportunities for New Yorkers to build thriving communities for future generations,” Hochul said in a statement. “New York’s downtowns are the heartbeat of our state, and the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward programs help us fulfill our commitment to uplifting communities in every region.
” The projects in the City of Dunkirk aim to harness the city’s connection to Lake Erie and activate its waterfront to attract new investment through the rehabilitation and reuse of historic downtown buildings and other development that incorporates mixed-income housing, according to the state. Dunkirk joins the communities of Jamestown, Olean, Lockport, Niagara Falls Bridge District, Nor.
