New York state has $26.5 million available for rail and port grants

Written by Mischa Wanek-Libman, editor
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New York state has $26.5 million in funds available for rail and port projects as part of the Passenger and Freight Rail Assistance Program.

 

Officials say the program provides support for rail and port projects that enhance safety, alleviate congestion, increase operating capacity, facilitate regional economic development and increase competitiveness.

“This funding will improve rail safety and port infrastructure while also alleviating congestion on our roads and boosting economic activity and growth,” New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. “These investments in our state’s transportation network will help secure a stronger New York for all.”

The New York State Department of Transportation will be accepting applications for the program through April 27, 2018. Last year, New York awarded $25 million to 19 applicants for rail and port improvement projects across the state. The investments supported track rehabilitation, capacity expansion, railroad bridge repairs and economic development opportunities. The state says an additional $5.4 million in private and local funding was leveraged through this initiative.

Projects funded through the Passenger and Freight Rail Assistance Program will be selected through a competitive solicitation process and rated based on established criteria that include a benefit cost analysis, adherence to regional economic development plans and compatibility with other private and public investments. Eligible project activities include: track and bridge rehabilitation; yard, terminal and siding construction; elimination of clearance obstructions; wharf, dock and bulkhead construction; dredging; and other projects that enhance economic competitiveness.

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