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economic development

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Jul 31, 2026

Monroe County sees millions in business funding through New York SBDC program

Monroe County businesses secured $5.8 million in funding through New York's Small Business Development Centers, boosting local job creation and business launches.

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Jul 30, 2026

Sydor Optics announces $32M expansion project at Rochester site

Sydor Optics is building a 100,000-square-foot facility in Rochester, adding up to 36 new jobs to meet increased customer demand.

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Jul 23, 2026

Applications open for $225M Rochester-Monroe Transformation Initiative

The Rochester-Monroe Transformation Initiative offers $225 million in state grants to support major economic development projects in Rochester and Monroe County.

The Perinton Planning Board is scheduled to discuss a proposed townhome and apartment development just off Route 96 on Thornell Road. (Rendering from documents submitted to Perinton Planning Board)
Jul 22, 2026

Housing very closely linked to economic development, COMIDA believes

The County of Monroe Industrial Development Agency (COMIDA) believes housing is tied to economic growth, which is why housing projects are eligible for tax incentives.

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Jul 17, 2026

Genesee Co-op FCU joins statewide small business lending initiative

Genesee Co-op Federal Credit Union joined Inclusiv Business Forward to expand affordable small business loans in Rochester and across New York.

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Jul 16, 2026

Former ESL CEO named inaugural recipient of Golisano Philanthropy Award

Former ESL Federal Credit Union CEO Faheem Masood was honored with the inaugural Golisano Philanthropy Award by Greater Rochester Chamber for his community impact.

A conceptual drawing of NBT’s 16,060-square-foot financial center at CityGate. (Rendering provided by NBT)
Jul 15, 2026

NBT plans major Rochester investment with CityGate financial center, Gates branch

NBT Bank is investing in Rochester with a 16,060-square-foot CityGate financial center and a new retail branch in Gates, enhancing regional banking services.

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Jun 26, 2026

RBTL launches $6.2M second phase of West Herr PAC restoration

Rochester Broadway Theatre League launched a $6.2 million second phase of the West Herr Performing Arts Center restoration to enhance guest experience and support touring productions.

Stream Data Centers has proposed a three-building, 2.2 million-square-foot data center on some 90 acres in Genesee County. (Rendering provided by Stream)
Jun 15, 2026

A $19.5B data center and a statewide pause: What’s at stake in Genesee County

New York lawmakers approved a one-year moratorium on large data centers, which could impact future development for the sector.

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Jun 4, 2026

National honor recognizes GRE leader’s impact on Greater Rochester’s growth

Matt Hurlbutt, president and CEO of Greater Rochester Enterprise, is recognized as one of North America’s top 50 economic developers for his impact on regional growth.

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May 20, 2026

$145M Barilla expansion in Avon to boost production, employment

Barilla is investing $145 million to expand its Avon manufacturing facility, creating over 90 new jobs and boosting production capacity in Livingston County.

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Apr 22, 2026

GCEDC honors Liberty Pumps for 60 years of manufacturing impact in Genesee County

Liberty Pumps to be recognized by Genesee County Economic Development Center for 60 years of manufacturing impact.