Empire State Development
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New York State's chief #economic development agency. Social Media Use Policy: https://t.co/VnK7SE384a
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Joined July 2009
$10 million is headed to Buffalo’s East Side! 💼✨ Announced by @GovKathyHochul, the East Side Building Fund will help property owners renovate buildings, support small businesses & strengthen neighborhood business districts.
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Governor Hochul announced a significant investment in Buffalo’s East Side, awarding $10 million from the new East Side Building Fund to 35 commercial and mixed-use projects.
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A new $75M partnership will strengthen NY’s global leadership in semiconductor innovation. @GovKathyHochul announced an agreement enabling Japan tech-leader SCREEN to establish a new R&D site at @NY_Creates’ Albany NanoTech Complex, fueling industry growth! https://t.co/btus2k0sKP
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Governor Hochul announced a strategic international partnership between NY Creates and SCREEN, a Japan-based semiconductor equipment manufacturing company and leader in wet etching and cleaning...
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Riverhead’s downtown is getting a major upgrade. 🚧 Announced by @GovKathyHochul, the nearly $33M Town Square will boost tourism, create new public gathering space, and better connect Main Street to the Peconic Riverfront. 🌊 https://t.co/CJjKIhWioP
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Governor Hochul announced the groundbreaking of the Town of Riverhead’s nearly $33 million new Town Square, the largest project funded through Riverhead’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI).
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Wishing all who celebrate a joyful Hanukkah filled with light and warmth. 🕯️✨
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🧫🦠 Congrats to CastleVax on launching a Phase 2 trial of its COVID-19 nasal vaccine! Supported in part by a $4M ESD Biodefense Commercialization Fund grant, this innovative approach could expand & strengthen vaccine protection. Learn more 🔽 https://t.co/5ZAeTWfpR0
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📢 $43M+ in FAST NY grants announced by @GovKathyHochul to prepare 5 shovel-ready sites across Upstate NY—fueling job creation, attracting advanced industries, and keeping the Empire State competitive for major investments. ⚙️ https://t.co/bqlvYM1fMZ
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Governor Hochul announced that more than $43 million has been awarded to upgrade five sites for competitive industry use under the Focused Attraction of Shovel-Ready Tracts New York grant program.
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🎭 Renovations are underway at the historic Spa Little Theater in Saratoga Spa State Park! Supported by over $6M from NYS, including $2.2M from ESD, the project will boost accessibility, preserve history & expand arts. More: https://t.co/GQQT5pcafA
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Share your thoughts on the future of Atlantic Yards with this online survey! (Open until 1/16/26) https://t.co/PcaLgadFRt
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Rippling is expanding in NYC, creating 371 new jobs and relocating to a larger Manhattan office. Backed by $3.4M in State support, this expansion builds on New York’s strong tech economy and commitment to growing quality jobs. 💼👩💻
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Governor Hochul announced that People Center, Inc., d/b/a Rippling will again expand its New York City operations, creating 371 new full-time jobs and expanding its presence in Manhattan.
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🏗️ @GovKathyHochul marked the topping out of @NY__Creates $1B NanoFab Reflection — a flagship semiconductor R&D facility that will strengthen New York’s position as a global innovation leader. 🚀 More: https://t.co/NDjIInpTny
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Phase One of the Creedmoor redevelopment is moving forward with a new RFP! 🏡 The project seeks a 100% affordable mixed-use development including rentals, homeownership, supportive housing for veterans, community facilities and more! Proposals due 3/18/26.
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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the first phase of the Creedmoor Mixed-Use Project, seeking a developer to transform underutilized State-owned...
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Tiny Tots Learning Center’s renovation is complete! 🏫 With a $680K ESD capital grant, the project adds 100 new childcare slots and upgrades classrooms, ventilation, lighting, and activity spaces — strengthening support for families in Borough Park.
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At @PrincetonSPIA, ESD Commissioner Hope Knight discussed state leadership in industrial and economic strategy — and how New York is bolstering key industries, building a diverse talent pipeline, and advancing inclusive, sustainable growth.
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Share your thoughts on the future of Atlantic Yards on this online survey! (Open until 1/16/26) https://t.co/PcaLgadFRt
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📍NEW LOCATION: Atlantic Yards Phase II Workshop #2 is Mon 12/8, 6–8 PM at Barclays Center Practice Courts (enter NW corner on Atlantic Ave, “Qatar Airways VIP Entrance”). Topics: streetscape, sustainability, resiliency, community retail/facilities. RSVP: https://t.co/c38o6Z2BHv
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Round 2 of the County Infrastructure Grant Program is now open! 🏡 ESD is investing another $50M to help counties strengthen infrastructure, housing creation, & enhance vibrant public spaces. LOIs are required before the April 1, 2026 application due date.
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Governor Hochul announced a second round of the County Infrastructure Grant Program, which will provide an additional $50 million to support small- and medium-sized county-led infrastructure projec...
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📢 Tuesday, December 2nd: Tune into the Atlantic Yards Community Development Corporation Directors Meeting via webcast at 3:00pm – and review the agenda & related materials: https://t.co/6X1efBp7Rl
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Heading into #SmallBusinessSaturday, Commissioner Hope Knight shares how choosing local supports New York’s entrepreneurs and strengthens our communities. 🛍️✨ #ShopLocal #Shop Small
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Supporting New York’s small businesses is one of the best gifts we can give this season. 🎁✨ @GovKathyHochull encourages New Yorkers to shop small on November 29, and all year long, to uplift the local shops that keep our communities vibrant. 🛍️💛 https://t.co/KdsktCv5R7
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Governor Hochul today encouraged New Yorkers to support local businesses during the holiday shopping season by highlighting the critical role New York's small businesses play in building vibrant...
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From startups to harvests — and everything in between — there’s a lot to be thankful for in New York! 🧡 Happy Thanksgiving from Empire State Development. 🍁
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