DRI In Focus
Highlights from Successful DRI Communities and Projects
Public Art
The Role of Public Art and Artist Housing in Downtown Revitalization.
Brownfield Redevelopment
The Role of the DOS Brownfield Opportunity Area Program in the Success of DRI Communities.
Craft Beer
From Rust-Belt to Beer-Belt: Craft Beer and Downtown Revitalization in Upstate New York.
How it Works
Downtown Selection
Communities submit applications to the REDCs. Each REDC nominates one community to participate after a thorough evaluation of the downtown’s potential for transformation.
Strategic Planning
With technical assistance provided by the state, each participating community develops a Strategic Investment Plan that identifies specific projects that align with a unique vision for revitalization of the downtown area. Local planning committees oversee the effort.
Project Implementation
$9.7 million will be awarded in each DRI community to advance the most transformative projects from the Strategic Investment Plan. Additional projects may be implemented through the CFA or other funding sources.
Partners
Office of Planning and Development
Learn more about the Dept. of State's Office of Planning and Development & its role in increasing resilience and sustainable growth in NY's communities.
Regional Economic Development Councils
The Regional Councils were established to transform the State’s approach to economic development to a community-based and performance-driven model.
HCR Office of Community Renewal
Learn more about the Office of Community Renewal and its role in strengthening the economic vitality of neighborhoods and downtowns.