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Town leaders say New York Forward meeting gave helpful tips as Grand Island prepares grant application
Summary
Committee members who met with state department officials described a preparatory session on how to make a competitive New York Forward/CFA application, emphasizing presentation, flashy materials and local project readiness; local infrastructure (sidewalks, conduit) was noted as an advantage.
Members who attended a recent state department session on the New York Forward process described it as practical and focused on how applicants can make proposals stand out. One member reported the state displayed examples and advised on submission timing; the attendee said the team left feeling “right where we shouldn't be, if not ahead of it,” and planned to build an application this cycle.
Discussion emphasized capturing existing investments — sidewalks, conduit and a town center plan — so the application can demonstrate both vision and ‘‘skin in the game’’ from the town. Committee members noted that prior studies, the Corps deliverable (when available) and clear design illustrations will make their package more competitive for large capital awards.
