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City of Binghamton New York - Mayor Kraham Issues Statement on Housing 07 February 2024 ( news )
City of Binghamton , state New York ( By Press Release office)
Feb 07,2024
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Mayor Kraham Issues Statement Following Governor Hochul ' s Announcement on Pro - Housing Communities Designation
( BINGHAMTON , N . Y . )
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Mayor Jared M . Kraham on Wednesday issued the below statement following Governor Hochul ' s announcement earlier in the day that 20 municipalities across the State have received Pro - Housing Communities certification , with Binghamton being the first city statewide:
"Today , the City of Binghamton was recognized as the first city in New York State to receive the Governor ' s Pro - Housing Communities designation .
This announcement underscores years of work by the City to support new housing of all kinds , stepping up to attract housing developers , streamline construction approvals and help realize the projects residents deserve . With this designation , the City of Binghamton is now positioned to receive priority in State grant applications to fund key priorities , including projects to revitalize neighborhoods , spur economic development and improve quality of life .
Housing is an investment in our future , and I look forward to this continued effort with Governor Hochul . Binghamton is delivering what residents deserve
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vibrant neighborhoods with safe , quality homes . "
Governor Hochul ' s full announcement can be found
here
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