For Immediate Release

TUCKAHOE, NY — This morning, Congressman Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D. (NY-16) held a press conference to celebrate the federal government successfully securing $14.6 million in funding for 11 community projects in New York’s 16th Congressional District, in addition to the $1 billion that the Congressman has already brought back to the district in his time in office so far. Rep. Bowman presented checks to the community organizations and municipalities receiving the funding, which will be used to support communities and organizations in the district with much-needed greenspace, climate investments, community programming, economic development, affordable housing, and more. Rep. Bowman advocated for these projects as part of the FY2024 Federal Appropriations package. See photos here.

“After securing over $1 billion for NY-16 in my time in office so far, I am so proud to deliver another $14.6 million in federal funding for critical resources and supports across our district,” said Congressman Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D. (NY-16). “My team and I worked closely with constituents, our local governments, and community groups to submit funding requests that align to the most urgent needs of our neighbors. From improving the Yonkers Greenway, to securing clean buses for Westchester, to revitalizing our downtown areas, each of these projects will uplift our community and provide everyone with the resources they need to thrive. I will keep fighting to bring federal funds back to Westchester and the Bronx and deliver for our incredible district.”

"Our country and state and our District are facing a severe housing crisis, and an even more acute affordable housing crisis,” said Richard Nightingale, President and CEO of Westhab, Inc. “Westhab is grateful to Congressman Bowman for bringing home the funding we need to invest in our community and develop affordable housing with cutting-edge sustainable design so that every resident of the District can have a safe, quality place to call home."

“The Village of Rye Brook is very appreciative of receiving almost $1M in Community Project Funding which will be used for critical rehabilitation of our sanitary sewer system,” said Rye Brook Mayor Jason Klein.  “These funds are sorely needed to repair our infrastructure and to reduce the inflow and infiltration of water seeping into our sewer system”

"We are immensely grateful to Congressman Jamaal Bowman for his unwavering commitment to our community,” said Jirandy Martinez, Executive Director of  the Community Resource Center. “The $100,000 funding allocated to Community Resource Center will have a profound impact on our ability to serve the needs of local immigrant and low-income residents, particularly in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. This investment will enable us to renovate our Center located in the Washingtonville community of Mamaroneck and help to fortify it against future flooding while expanding our capacity to deliver essential social and legal services. Congressman Bowman's dedication to addressing critical issues like flood mitigation, workforce development, violence prevention, and youth enrichment exemplifies true leadership. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Congressman Bowman to build a stronger, more resilient community for all."

“The Village of Ardsley would like to thank Congressman Bowman for securing over $977,000 in funding to help revitalize and restore the Village's core downtown center,” said Ardsley Mayor Nancy Kaboolian.  “The funds will be used to help meet the goals of the Village's Comprehensive Plan and the Downtown Ardsley Revitalization Implementation Strategy to create a livable, walkable village center by incentivizing development of multi-story, multi-family housing stock, improving connections for public transportation, and installing EV charges.”

“We thank Congressman Bowman for his commitment to Tuckahoe,” said Tuckahoe Mayor Omayra Andino. “This generous investment of $1 million towards the upgrades of our downtown area and traffic light infrastructure marks a significant milestone in our journey towards progress and revitalization of our community.”

The 11 Community Project Funding requests in alphabetical order are as follows:

$500,000 to the County of Westchester to secure clean, climate-friendly hybrid and electric buses for the Bee Line Bus System.

$1,650,000 to Environmental Leaders of Color for the Mount Vernon Green Tech Park, a community facility space that will include mixed-income housing, art space, and commercial space.

$100,000 to the Hispanic Resource Center of Larchmont and Mamaroneck to renovate the Mamaroneck Community Center for flood mitigation after Hurricane Ida and provide critical social and legal services like workforce development, violence prevention, and youth enrichment programs. 

$1,150,000 to HOPE Community Services to support the construction of the New Rochelle Community Center that will create capacity for wraparound services like nutrition, child mental wellness, after school help, and more.

$240,620 to Lifting Up Westchester to create the Westchester Housing and Employment Center which will assist unhoused and low-income individuals searching for employment to end the cycle of homelessness. 

$2,000,000 to the Town of Mamaroneck for the Mamaroneck Town Safety and Economic Renaissance Project to create more efficient traffic systems, improve pedestrian safety, and enhance infrastructure in the area. 

$4,119,279 to the Town of Yonkers to rehabilitate the Yonkers Greenway and roads and connect jobs, community resources, and green space.

$977,827 to the Village of Ardsley to revitalize the downtown area and promote economic growth, mobility, and pedestrian safety.

$959,752 to the Village of Rye Brook for the Rye Brook Sewer Rehabilitation Initiative. 

$1,000,000 to the Village of Tuckahoe to improve the Tuckahoe Square and Main Street signal and transform the business district around the Metro-North station into a modern, safe public space. 

$2,000,000 to WestHab, Inc. to develop sustainable, affordable housing and invest in small businesses in Yonkers.

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