infrastructure

Going green still a challenge for area businesses, governments

Ellen Abbott — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:16:48 +0000

Central New York has a lot to be proud of when it comes to going green. That was the message at the Greening USA annual meeting in Syracuse yesterday. But there are still challenges when it comes to making the investment in green energy.

North Country economic council gets crash course on Fort Drum's impact

Joanna Richards — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:40:27 +0000

The North Country Regional Economic Development Council, or REDC, held its most recent meeting at Fort Drum last week. The idea was to give members from the region's seven counties greater insight into how the Army post interacts with the local economy. The council also took steps to implement a new program for water and sewer project infrastructure.

Report says state’s energy could be almost 100% renewable by 2030

Ashley Hassett — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:38:40 +0000

A recent study outlines a scenario that would see New York state’s energy infrastructure based on close to 100 percent renewable sources by the year 2030.

$25 million goes to expand broadband access in New York

Matt Richmond — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:01:07 +0000

The state's Connect NY Broadband Grant program awarded $25 million to 18 projects on Tuesday.

Schumer wants federal funds to upgrade Port of Oswego

Ellen Abbott — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:49:23 +0000

The Port of Oswego could be in line for some business-boosting help from the federal government. Sen. Charles Schumer is hoping to use his clout to get some help to keep the port growing.

Local company wants American steel used in public projects

Durrie Lawrence — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 21:19:17 +0000

Nucor Steel employs about 300 people in Auburn, New York. Company officials asked for Rep. Dan Maffei's support of infrastructure projects that use American steel, when he paid a visit recently.

Cuomo will include disaster preparedness plans in State of the State

Karen Dewitt — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 13:04:17 +0000

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he intends to propose in his State of the State message several recommendations from a disaster preparedness commission, to help the state better cope with major storms in the future.

Maffei promotes high speed rail

Ellen Abbott — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 20:24:47 +0000

High speed rail has become a political issue across the country, including in upstate New York. Democratic Congressional hopeful Dan Maffei says the issue draws a distinction between him and his opponent in the race for the 24th Congressional district.

Task force investigates spending on infrastructure projects

Ellen Abbott — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 13:59:59 +0000

The New York Works Task Force is touring the state explaining how it's trying to better spend taxpayer dollars on infrastructure programs, and looking for suggestions on how to do it. The Task Force Stopped in Syracuse this week during a spate of infrastructure woes.

Stephanie Miner hopes for more infrastructure funds for central New York

Ryan Delaney — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:46:32 +0000

Syracuse’s mayor hopes her appointment to a state infrastructure commission will mean more funding for central New York.

Governor says infrastructure panel will end a "bizarre" and "wasteful" situation

Karen Dewitt — Thu, 03 May 2012 18:20:27 +0000

Governor Andrew Cuomo appointed his second blue ribbon panel of the week - this time to oversee infrastructure and capital projects including road and bridge repairs for the state.