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HYDE PARK, NY—State officials last month unveiled the first 13 awards totaling $67 million under the Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund, a $150-million initiative geared to increasing the housing supply in New York’s Mid-Hudson region.

ALBANY—The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors recently approved more than $120 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. The board’s approval authorizes municipal access to low-cost financing and previously announced grants to get shovels in the ground for critical water and sewer infrastructure projects, including treatment processes to remove emerging contaminants from drinking water.

This column has often written about issues that affect contractor/subcontractor relations because subcontracting is ubiquitous in the industry. One of the most important aspects of subcontracting is to ensure that all responsibilities and potential liabilities are properly flowed up or down so that an intermediate contractor is not left holding the proverbial bag.

ALBANY—New York named 21 transformational projects for the Mid-Hudson region as part of two economic development programs: the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward.

The war in Ukraine has profoundly impacted the global economy, with ripple effects extending far beyond its borders. This conflict originally disrupted vital energy supplies, exacerbated inflationary pressures and reshaped geopolitical alliances, leading to economic fragmentation and volatility. In Ukraine, the invasion by Russia had caused a severe energy crisis in Europe, resulting in skyrocketing energy prices and a frantic search for alternative sources. At first, this upheaval drove up costs globally, but also forced countries to reexamine their energy dependencies and accelerate their transition to renewable energy sources.

Jorrey Excavation Inc, a certified women-owned business, provides timely excavation and milling/scarifying services for a variety of clients with public works projects.

TARRYTOWN, NY—When it comes to problem solving, New Yorkers can be like a large family that finds new ways to fight over the very things we all agree on. Take “Congestion Relief” for Manhattan. Everyone salutes the goals of the congestion-relief program; it’s the tactics that are the source of consternation. Here’s what they have to say:

WHITE PLAINS, NY—The Starter’s sheet of tee-times was brimming with more than 19 golf foursomes who entered the 2024 BCA Golf Outing here at Westchester Hills Golf Club on Mon., June 4. It turned out to be a glorious day of warm weather and camaraderie shared by contractors, suppliers and members of organized union labor.

Interest rate changes directly impact construction companies in a variety of ways, beginning with the affordability of borrowing and availability of financing. To battle these uncontrollable headwinds, planning can save construction companies time and money—especially in the current environment of elevated rates.

Next Gen Leaders Profiles of the Industry’s New Generation Anthony Sanseverino Age: 23 SUMMARY: Anthony’s dream of becoming an engineer began in high school, when he first applied for the CAI scholarship in his senior year. During his four years at college, he kept in touch with the association that awarded him grant money for