Congresswoman Tenney Announces FY27 Community Project Funding Submissions

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today announced the 20 projects she has submitted to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration through the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Community Project Funding (CPF) process.

The Community Project Funding process allows municipalities and nonprofit organizations to submit requests for federal funding for high-priority projects with strong local support. Each submission is reviewed to ensure transparency, accountability, and that taxpayer dollars are directed toward projects that deliver measurable benefits to communities across NY-24. This year's submissions focus on strengthening infrastructure, enhancing public safety, investing in clean water and drinking water systems, and supporting workforce development across Upstate New York.

"Bureaucrats in Washington do not know our communities better than the people who actually live and work here," said Congresswoman Claudia Tenney. "These projects reflect the priorities of local leaders across NY-24 and focus on delivering real results. From upgrading water systems and supporting first responders to investing in workforce development and economic growth, these submissions put our communities first. I will continue fighting to ensure these projects are funded and that every federal dollar sent back to our district is spent responsibly and effectively."

A list of Rep Tenney's submitted FY27 projects can be found below:

• $1,000,000 for Town of Brutus - Joint Sanitary Sewer System Improvements
• $5,000,000 for Genesee County / U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Section 219 Environmental Infrastructure Project
• $1,803,820 for SUNY Genesee Community College - Welding Workforce Development Initiative
• $2,000,000 for Town of Cape Vincent - Water District No. 7
• $1,000,000 for Town of Pamelia - Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements and Expansion
• $1,250,000 for Livingston County Sheriff's Office - Mobile Command Vehicle Acquisition
• $750,000 for Oak Orchard Community Health Center - Rural CARE (Community Access, Realignment and Expansion) Initiative
• $1,000,000 for Niagara County Sheriff's Office - In-Car Mobile Radio Replacement Project
• $2,000,000 for Town of Porter - Waterline Improvement Project
• $1,000,000 for Ontario County - Animal Care Facility Improvements
• $7,000,000 for USDA Agricultural Research Service - National Grape Improvement Center
• $1,000,000 for Ontario County - Wastewater Pump Station Modernization Project
• $1,650,000 for Orleans County - Facility Rehabilitation for Seniors and Probation Services
• $2,000,000 for Town of Volney - Sewer Project
• $2,000,000 for Town of Reading - Water System Expansion
• $1,000,000 for Town of Hastings - Wastewater System Expansion
• $4,500,000 for New York State Veterans Cemetery - Finger Lakes - Infrastructure Improvements
• $2,500,000 for Village of Newark - North Main Street Reconstruction
• $1,429,600 for Village of Arcade - Waterline Replacement
• $2,393,000 Village of Dresden - Water System Improvements

Community leaders who submitted and worked with Rep. Tenney's office on various funding proposals expressed their appreciation for her advocacy:

"The Town of Brutus thanks Congresswoman Claudia Tenney for selecting the Town of Brutus and the Village of Jordan's Joint Sanitary Sewer System Improvements Project for submission to the House Appropriations Committee for review and consideration. While not glamorous, this project represents an investment in our Town's infrastructure and long-term sustainability. These improvements will support Brutus' continued commitment to enhancing essential services for residents, while safeguarding local water resources from potential contamination. "We appreciate Congresswoman Tenney's continued and fierce advocacy on behalf of Central New York residents and her recognition of the importance of investing in communities like the Town of Brutus," said Amy L. Chirco, Town of Brutus Acting Supervisor.

"On behalf of Genesee County, I thank Congresswoman Tenney for her leadership in securing this critical investment in our infrastructure. This project strengthens the reliability and capacity of our water system and supports the farms, businesses, and communities that drive our local economy. Investments like this ensure Genesee County remains strong, competitive, and prepared for long-term growth," said Christian Yunker, Genesee County Legislature Chair.

"On behalf of Genesee Community College, I extend our sincere appreciation to Congresswoman Tenney and her team for supporting our advanced welding workforce development initiative. This project will have a meaningful impact on our regional economy, our industry partners, and most importantly, on students pursuing life-changing careers. Our program, and the deep partnerships surrounding it, will elevate regional workforce development infrastructure, creating a lasting legacy of collaboration and opportunity," said Craig R. Lamb, President of SUNY Genesee Community College.

"The Cape Vincent community, extends its deepest gratitude to Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and her dedicated team for their unwavering support of the Cape Vincent Water District No. 7 project, included in the FY27 Community Project Funding. For many of our rural residents, access to safe, reliable drinking water has not been a given, but rather a daily uncertainty. This project is more than infrastructure, it is peace of mind, improved health, and a renewed sense of dignity for the families it will serve.

Thanks to this critical support, we are finally in a position to break ground as soon as this Summer - an important and long-awaited milestone for our community. We are profoundly grateful for this partnership and the shared commitment to ensuring that no resident goes without a basic necessity that so many others rightfully take for granted. Thank you again for the continued support to the residents of Cape Vincent and the North Country," said Christine Stark, Town Supervisor, Cape Vincent.

"We deeply appreciate Congresswoman Tenney's commitment to strengthening development opportunities with-in our community and addressing the critical sewer deficiencies along the Route 12 corridor. Her support helps advance a project that will lead to a cleaner environment, improved public health protections, and long-term cost savings for system users. The project area is in close proximity t o the Fort Drum Army Base, and the upgraded infrastructure will combine flows from both Fort Drum and the Town of Pamelia before treatment at the City of Watertown Wastewater Treatment Plant. This coordinated regional approach is essential to ensuring reliable service for residents, businesses, and the many active-duty and retired military families who call our community home. We are grateful for Congresswoman Tenney's continued advocacy and partnership as we work t o modernize essential infrastructure and support responsible growth in the Town of Pamelia," said Scott Allen, Town of Pamelia Supervisor.

"The Livingston County Sheriff's Office is extremely grateful to Congresswoman Tenney for her support of our Mobile Command Center project. On behalf of the residents and first responders in the greater Livingston County area we couldn't be more appreciative of her understanding of the value this project brings to our ability to serve. Congresswoman Tenney's effort to move this project to forward to the Appropriations Committee for consideration shows her continued commitment to public safety," said Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty.

"On behalf of Oak Orchard Community Health Center, Inc., we are grateful to Congresswoman Tenney for her strong support of the Rural CARE (Community Access, Realignment and Expansion) Initiative. This investment will expand access to high-quality care, strengthen our services, and make a meaningful difference for the families and communities we serve," said Marco C Altieri, Chief Executive Officer.

"This investment in updated mobile communications equipment is a critical step forward in strengthening public safety response for the Niagara County Sheriff's Office. I thank Congresswoman Claudia Tenney for her continued support of law enforcement and her commitment to ensuring our deputies have the tools and resources they need to serve and protect effectively. Strong partnerships like this make a meaningful difference for our deputies and the communities they serve," said Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti.

"On behalf of the Town of Porter residents, I would like to thank Congresswoman Tenny and all of her staff for their efforts in securing funding for the Town of Porter. This is the last of cast iron waterlines in the Town of Porter and they are 60 years old! With Congresswoman Tenney's appropriations, Porter will be able to supply clean water to its residents and also have the ability to have full capacity to fight fires, that the 60-year-old lines could not. Porter is a 45 square mile Town that includes the Village of Youngstown. Congresswoman Tenny's appropriation to our small Town is absolutely astronomical for Porter's tax payers! We cannot thank you enough!" said Duffy Johnston, Town of Porter Supervisor.

"On behalf of the residents of Ontario County and the Ontario County Humane Society, we extend our sincere appreciation to Congresswoman Claudia Tenney for championing inclusion of our funding request in this year's appropriations bill. The funding will support the long-overdue renovation and expansion of our Animal Care Facility in the Town of Hopewell.

This investment will significantly enhance the quality of care we provide and strengthen our shared mission to protect homeless, abused, and neglected pets throughout Ontario County. We are truly grateful for Representative Tenney's continued advocacy for this and other projects that improve the well-being of our community and the animals who depend on us," said Bill Wellman, Chairman, Ontario County Board of Supervisors.

"We are grateful to Congresswoman Tenney for her work to secure this critical investment in support of New York's grape industry," said Benjamin Houlton, the Ronald P. Lynch Dean of Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. "These new greenhouse and growth chamber facilities will strengthen Cornell's long-standing partnership with the USDA Agricultural Research Service and expand our collaborative capacity to develop and test practical solutions. Located at the National Grape Improvement Center on the Cornell AgriTech campus, the facilities will accelerate the path from research to vineyard, delivering science-based solutions that strengthen the long-term resilience of New York's grape industry."

"We are grateful to Congresswoman Tenney for supporting this critical investment in the Honeoye Lake Sewer District and the Finger Lakes economy. For more than 40 years, this system has protected the lake that supports our community's recreation, jobs, and quality of life. Today, aging infrastructure threatens that progress. This project will modernize the system, improve reliability, and help ensure Honeoye Lake remains a clean, vibrant resource for residents and visitors. With limited local resources, federal support is essential, and we appreciate the Congresswoman's commitment to our community and to protecting Honeoye Lake for future generations." said Bill Wellman, Chairman, Ontario County Board of Supervisors.

"When the Orleans County delegation was in Washington, we talked with Congresswoman Tenney on how important continuing to upgrade our public safety facilities is to our community," said Lynne Johnson, Chairman of the Orleans County Legislature. "Congresswoman Tenney promises us she would fight hard for our project and we are so grateful she has delivered. Added Legislator Skip Draper, "These funds will help with the continued realignment of our public safety services, including the modernization of the former Genesee County Community College building in Albion for the Probation Department. This is an investment to help keep our community safe and we thank Congresswoman Tenney for her tremendous efforts."

"We are honored that our project was selected through Congresswoman Tenney's Community Project Funding process. This investment is a critical step toward strengthening infrastructure and improving our residents' quality of life. We appreciate Congresswoman Tenney's continued support of our community and her recognition of this project's importance. These funds will allow us to move forward efficiently and deliver meaningful, long-term benefits to the Town of Volney and the surrounding region," said Garry Stanard, Town of Volney Supervisor.

"Thank you Claudia Tenney from the residents in the Town of Reading, Schuyler County, as help with this water district is much appreciated. We have suffered for a number of years with poor water quality and quantity, and this is one of the first times government has stepped in to really help us. I thank you for that," said Stephen L. Miller, Town of Reading Supervisor.

"The Town of Hastings is the largest town in Oswego County and has always been a leader in advancing access to public sewer infrastructure for our residents and businesses. I am proud to continue this tradition by advancing the South Central Sewer District, the Town's largest expansion yet, which will extend sewer service to more than 1,000 residents and businesses within our Town. This vital infrastructure project will support existing residents in need of reliable sewer infrastructure while providing capacity for the continued residential and commercial growth we expect to see as a result of the neighboring Micron project. This project represents a significant $72 million investment into the future of our Town and grant funding is critical to keeping user costs affordable for our residents. I am thankful to Congresswoman Tenney for her continued support of our Town and affordable funding for this this vital infrastructure project," said Tony Bush, Supervisor, Town of Hastings.

"On behalf of the Friends of the New York State Veterans Cemetery-Finger Lakes, we greatly appreciate Congresswoman Claudia Tenney's strong and continued advocacy for the brave men and women who serve in our Nation's Armed Forces. We are tremendously grateful and thank Congresswoman Tenney for her efforts to secure federal funding for the construction of a new memorial gate and entrance way for the first New York State Veterans' Cemetery," said Michael F. Nozzolio, former New York State Senator and Friends Chairman. "Congresswoman Tenney's efforts are a wonderful tribute to the veterans interred at the Cemetery and honors and enhances the majesty of this Cemetery as a final resting place of honor recognizing the service and sacrifices of our Nation's veterans."

"Congresswoman Claudia Tenney's frequent participation at ceremonies honoring our veterans ideally compliments her advocacy. She has paid tribute to our veterans at the Cemetery, on the site of the former Sampson Naval and Air Force base where over 750,000 sailors and airmen trained to defend our Nation in battles across the globe, from World War II, Korea, Vietnam and every conflict through the Gulf Wars," concluded Chairman Nozzolio.

"On behalf of the Village of Newark, I extend our sincere thanks to Congresswoman Tenney for championing this critical investment in our infrastructure. The proposed reconstruction of North Main Street will include streetscape improvements, including new sidewalks and lighting to enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety, new water and sewer lines for safer drinking water and improved utilities. This project will improve highway drainage and the overall appearance of the roadway. North Main Street is a gateway to our village from the North and a key route for Newark Schools, visitors from the Erie Canal, and the Newark-Wayne Hospital. North Main Street supports our Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) projects and is vital to the revitalization of our community," said Jonathan Taylor, Mayor, Village of Newark.

"The Village of Arcade would like to extend its gratitude to Congresswoman Tenney for selecting the Village as one of projects to be included in the Fiscal Year 2027 Community Project Funding process. The proposed potable water replacement project will replace approximately 3,200 feet of critical distribution piping in the heart of the Village, which is currently over 80-years old. This project will allow for more reliable water service to residents of the Village and customers within neighboring municipalities, further assisting other community revitalization efforts. We are thankful for the Congresswoman's continued commitment to funding necessary public infrastructure and this step towards revitalizing our downtown district," said Derek Rule, Asst. Supt. Public Works.

"With approximately 240 water customers in the village, the cost of an $8 million infrastructure improvement is especially challenging-especially when our main water system is nearly a century old. This federal funding significantly reduces the burden on our ratepayers and helps keep water rates as affordable as possible. I am very appreciative of everything Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and her office have done to help us secure these critical funds," said Brian P. Flynn, Mayor, Village of Dresden.

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