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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced yesterday that $128 million in new State funding for renewing State roadways impacted by this year's harsh winter weather. Funding will support 91 paving projects and the renewal of approximately 1,000 lane miles of pavement across the state, including at least one project in every county and the City of New York. In Tompkins County the $950,000 was awarded to resurface Rt. 366 from Route 13 to the Village of Freeville Line in Tompkins County.

The new funding, provided through the PAVE NY Initiative, complements $100 million previously committed earlier this year for local projects that renew approximately 3,700 lane miles of road across New York State. This unprecedented infrastructure investment will make state highways safer and more efficient, while encouraging local commerce and tourism. The projects announced today will begin this spring and will be completed later this year.

"A thriving transportation network is critical to supporting New York's regional economic growth and local economies," Cuomo said. "While New York continues its nation leading investments in transportation infrastructure, harsh winter weather is the new normal and it impacts thousands of lane miles each year. This funding will help rejuvenate dozens of roads across New York and make traveling smoother while supporting local economies."

The current State Budget provides a record level $743 million in direct state aid to local governments for road and bridge repair and modernization. This critical infrastructure funding is supported through the New York State Department of Transportation's five-year capital plan. Through sustained investment in transportation infrastructure, including this latest infusion of $128 million in State funds to revitalize its roadways, New York State is enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers.

"After being hit with multiple snowstorms across New York State this season, we understand the devastating impact extreme weather has on our roads and the need to provide additional assistance," said Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul. "This significant funding will help communities repave roads impacted by the weather to ensure safe and efficient travel. We are committed to providing municipalities with the resources they need to address infrastructure repairs and upgrades across the state to enhance quality of life for all New Yorkers."

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