LP Building Solutions Is Doing An Expansion

Steuben County IDA Director Jamie Johnson says LP Building Solutions in Bath is doing an expansion.  "LP Building Solutions has made an application to the I.D.A. to do a 40,000 square foot expansion," Johnson tells WVIN News.  "It's an approximately $17,000,000 project in the Town of Bath.  This would almost double the size of LP Building Solution's production space.  This is being done to provide additional production efficiencies and a redesign and layout for some of their equipment.  It's also happening so that there will be indoor storage so they can provide a continued business growth in the Town of Bath," Johnson said.  In other Industrial Development Agency news, the I.D.A. is working with Park Grove Realty in Erwin, to build a new apartment complex there.  There will be 90 units and crews might be breaking ground on this, within a couple of months.  

 

The New York State DMV Commissioner Is Retiring

The head of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is retiring.  Governor Kathy Hochul says Mark Schroeder, whose originally from Buffalo, has been in charge of the DMV since 2019.   Hochul says he brought the DMV into the digital age and helped get the Federal Real ID program going in New York State. 

 

Claudia Tenney's Community Project Funding Program

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) has announced the launch of the Community Project Funding (CPF) process for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27). The deadline for this year's submissions is March 9th at close of business.  Tenney says that the CPF process is an important way for members of Congress to advocate for projects that directly benefit our communities across New York’s 24th District. It ensures transparency, accountability, and congressional oversight in the funding process rather than leaving critical decisions solely to Washington without local input. The CPF program allows eligible local governments and non-profit organizations to submit requests for federal funding for high-priority community projects. All proposals are thoroughly vetted, must demonstrate strong local support, and are subject to strict oversight requirements.

 

All CPF applications supported by Congresswoman Tenney’s office must meet rigorous eligibility standards outlined in the appropriations guidance and include a clear, detailed plan to execute funds responsibly and efficiently. Tenney’s office works closely with applicants to ensure that any awarded funds are used appropriately and deliver meaningful results for the district.  Local elected officials and non-profit organizations interested in submitting applications or seeking additional information should send an email to
:  AppropriationsRequestsNY24@mail.house.gov.

 

The St James Foundation Raises $34,000

In Hornell, the St. James Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce the success of its annual Beat the Blues event, which was held on February 14  at The Main Place in Hornell. They say that the St James Foundation raised just under $34,000, all of which will support ongoing initiatives at St. James Hospital. officials say this money will go towards enhancing patient care, supporting facility improvements, and bolstering essential community health programming.

 

Update On The Bradford Central School Capital Project

Bradford Central School Superintendent John Marshall says, right now Bradford is working on their school capital project.  "We're in the middle of a capital construction project here in our district," Marshall tells WVIN News.  "It's a very large project.  Originally in December 2023, our community approved a $14.6 million dollar capital project.  Some of the highlights of that are that we are focused on the issue of building security and the consolidation of offices.  Also we focused a lot of our energy on HVAC and air conditioning and heating for the school building in order to be more efficient.  That's been coming along very well.  Another major component of this project is building a steam lab, for more lab room and lab spaces.  We are very excited to add that to our facility as well.  The construction work has been going on for a year now so we are about halfway through the project.  We'd like to wrap it up in December of this year.  We are making steady progress," the superintendent said.     

 

The Winter Stroll Is Saturday In Hammondsport

The Greater Hammondsport Chamber of Commerce says, the Hammondsport Winter Stroll is happening tomorrow.  Tickets are still available from the Visitors Center, the cost is $25.00 for cash and checks and $30.00 if you pay electronically.  Event organizer Christina Morgan says, if you’re 21 or older, all you need to do is get a wristband and that’ll get you into all kinds of Hammondsport shops that night.