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Albany County New York - County Executive McCoy County Legislature and Comptroller Rizzo Announce Award of ARPA Funds for Work Force Development 16 February 2024 ( news )
Albany County , state New York ( By Press Release office)
Feb 16,2024
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Albany County Executive Daniel P . McCoy , the Albany County Legislature and Albany County Comptroller Susan Rizzo announced the award of $2 , 201 , 500 in American Rescue Plan Act ( ARPA ) grant funding to 15 organizations providing training in Albany County . This represents the second major round of ARPA awards to be released to the community by Albany County , with individual awards ranging from $50 , 000 up to $300 , 000 . This represents the biggest investment to date by Albany County in workforce development . It will result in hundreds of new training opportunities in the County that will help meet the needs of high demand industries like health care and manufacturing .
These opportunities range from; addressing the diversity in the tech industry by providing training and mentorship opportunities , to supporting unemployed/underemployed County residents who live in poverty , as well as supporting Youth Workforce Development Programs .
“These projects will help ensure the availability of skilled professionals in several important industries in the County , with a particular focus on the high demand for healthcare workers , ”
said Albany County Executive McCoy
. “We recognized the needs of our community and acted to ensure that our residents have the skills they need to secure meaningful employment in this ever - changing labor market . ”
“I’m thrilled to celebrate this important grant funding that will play a major role in developing our Capital Region’s workforce of the future . With increasing demand for workers in critical emerging fields like healthcare and high - tech manufacturing , programs like these are essential to our efforts to provide the training Capital Region residents need to take advantage of these good - paying job opportunities . I’m grateful to County Executive McCoy , Comptroller Rizzo , and the entire Albany County Legislature for identifying this need and taking action to meet it , and I’m proud to have cast my vote for the American Rescue Plan Act that brought this funding to our district . I look forward to seeing the positive impact these investments will have on the future of our region , ”
said Congressman Paul Tonko .
“Albany County is making significant investments in the development of our future workforce , and it is particularly encouraging that we are making further commitments to the Youth Workforce Development Program and the expansion of our healthcare workforce , ”
said Albany County Comptroller Susan Rizzo
“This round of ARPA funding is so important - it focuses on supporting and funding organizations seeking to maximize and enhance their workforce development efforts . This is forward - thinking and a long - term investment in economic development for Albany County . More resources allocated for educational trainings and mentorship programs means Albany County residents , including those from historically disenfranchised communities will be better equipped for success . Through partners like the Capital Region BOCES , who are receiving $300 , 000 in order to train adults in the skills they need to fill high - demand positions in the medical field , Albany County continues to prioritize strengthening our work force and investing in economic development measures . Bravo to these organizations , to the County and also to President Biden and the Congress for the federal funding that makes this possible , ”
said Albany County Legislature Chairwoman Joanne Cunningham .
“The Workforce Development Grants are all about creating opportunities for everyone . By teaming up with local businesses and running targeted programs , we ' re helping people from diverse backgrounds get the skills they need for good jobs . This isn ' t just about training – it ' s about building a stronger community where everyone can succeed , ”
Said Deputy Chairwoman Wanda Willingham
“On behalf of the Legislative Black Caucus ( LBC ) Chairman William Clay , and other members of the LBC , we are happy to see that through collaborations with South End Cafe and other community stakeholders , our Workforce Development Grants are addressing critical needs in healthcare , logistics , and youth employment . By offering comprehensive training and support , we are empowering individuals to pursue rewarding careers while strengthening our community ' s economic vitality and resilience , ”
said Albany County Legislator Carolyn McLaughlin on behalf of Legislative Black Caucus Chairman William Clay
“Today marks the culmination of many months of hard work to address workforce opportunities here in Albany County . The Democratic Majority of the County Legislature , working hand - in - hand with our Chairwoman and the County Executive , is proud to announce the award of up to $2 , 201 , 500 in American Rescue Plan Act funding to local entities throughout the County . These awards will fund programs focused on enhancing the employability of residents in Albany County and provide residents with a better chance at achieving the America Dream . I look forward to continuing these efforts moving forward , ”
said Albany County Legislature Majority Leader Dennis Feeney .
The applications were reviewed by the County ARPA Economic Development Subcommittee and their recommendations were submitted to the bipartisan ARPA Executive Committee for final recommendation to the full County Legislature . The Executive Committee includes the County Executive Daniel McCoy , Chairwoman Joanne Cunningham , Majority Leader Dennis Feeney , Comptroller Susan Rizzo , Legislative Black Caucus Chairman William Clay , County Legislature Minority Leader Frank Mauriello and County Dept . of Management & Budget Commissioner David Reilly .
ARPA Award Recipients:
Workforce Development:
Total of $2 , 201 , 500
o Albany Can Code , Inc DBA CanCode Communities
o Albany County Opportunity , Inc . d/b/a Albany Community Action Partnership
o Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area , Inc .
o Capital Behavioral Health Collaborative
o CEK RN Consulting , Inc .
o Central District Management Association
o Expertise Project , Inc .
o Healthy Capital District
o Hudson Valley Community College Capital District Educational Opportunity Center
o Capital Region BOCES
o Practice 2 Perfect Training Center , LLC
o Radix Ecological Sustainability Center
o South End Children ' s Cafe , Inc
o Tech Valley Shuttle
o Whitney M . Young , Jr . Health Center
ARPA funds must be obligated no later than December 31 , 2024 , and fully expended by December 31 , 2026 . Funds that are not fully spent by December 31 , 2026 are required to be returned to the United States Treasury .
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Pic with CE McCoy , Congressman Tonko , Comptroller Rizzo , County Legislature Chairwoman Cunningham , County Legislators and some of the grant recipients .
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