County seeks $2.5M in state funds, issues RFP for Belmont School redevelopment

Jul 15, 2026

Economic Development Director Ashley Smith requested and won committee approval to apply for a $2.5 million Consolidated Funding Application for Phase 2 of the Belmont School redevelopment (10% local match required) and to issue an RFP for pre-development services, contingent on a foundation grant for pre-development funds.

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Director of Economic Development Ashley Smith asked the committee to authorize a Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) to Empire State Development requesting $2,500,000 in Regional Council Capital Funds for Phase 2 of the proposed redevelopment of the former Belmont School into the AC-NY Empowerment Hub. Smith said the grant requires a 10% local cash match equal to $250,000 and that Phase 2 work could include structural stabilization, MEP systems, ADA/code compliance, roofing and site improvements, and technology infrastructure.

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