Assemblyman 130th Assembly District
JOSEPH A. ERRIGO
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immediate release: June 25th, 2004 |
Contact: Adam Peterson (585) 334-5210 |
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District Office: 3045 East Henrietta Rd., Henrietta, NY 14467 Albany Office: Rm 427 LOB, Albany, NY 12248 |
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ERRIGO ANNOUNCES FUNDING FOR BARN RESTORATION PROJECTS
Preservation efforts in Monroe, Livingston and Ontario counties receive grants
Assemblyman Joseph A. Errigo (R,C – Conesus) announced that $2.2 million in grants will be distributed through the New York state Barns Restoration and Preservation Program. 55 counties, including those represented by Assemblyman Errigo, will receive funding for a total of 114 barn projects.
Grants are being administered by a joint effort between Governor George Pataki’s office and the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). Governor Pataki created the Barn Restoration and Preservation Program in an effort to help preserve historic barns and protect agricultural landscapes. The program has provided more than $6 million to improve nearly 350 historic barns and properties.
Assemblyman Errigo stated, “I applaud Governor Pataki for his dedication to this program. This funding helps preserve historic barns and agricultural structures that symbolize rural New York values of heritage and hard work.”
The program invites barn owners to apply for funding for a variety of capital repairs to agricultural buildings including barns, sheds and silos that are at least 50 years old. Eligible projects include repairs to roofs, foundations, walls, sills and overall stabilization. Priorities of the program include projects that ensure the continued use of historic farm buildings, protect properties that are in critical need of repair or preserve resources listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places.
“This grant makes it possible for us to appreciate these structures and conserve their legacy for the benefit of future generations,” Assemblyman Errigo added.
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