The NYS Downtown Revitalization Initiative
New York State’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) is a cornerstone of the State’s economic development program. The DRI transforms downtown neighborhoods into vibrant centers that offer a high quality of life and are magnets for redevelopment, business, job creation, and economic and housing diversity. These compact, walkable downtowns are a key ingredient to helping New York State rebuild its economy from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as to achieve the State’s bold climate goals by promoting the use of public transit and reducing dependence on private vehicles.
The DRI is led by the Department of State, in close partnership with Empire State Development, NYS Homes and Community Renewal and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.
Learn more about the DRI here: DRI information
The Clinton Street DRI planning process is a community-driven process supported by New York State and a consultant team. The six-month planning process will identify, develop, and recommend proposed projects for DRI funding and will result in the development of a Strategic Investment Plan. Throughout the planning process, the public — including residents, business owners, civic organizations, City staff, anchor institutions, and the broader community — are invited to attend Local Planning Committee (LPC) meetings and public workshops to learn about the planning process; to help shape the vision for Clinton Street; to pose questions; to comment on the findings, goals, and recommendations; and to contribute project ideas. The section below describes the key components of the planning process.
Public engagement will occur throughout the entire DRI planning process to understand community needs, opportunities and challenges, identify and develop potential projects, and to ensure DRI revitalization efforts are supported by the local community.
Public Engagement
The downtown profile and assessment will provide a clear, concise, and compelling narrative that articulates the story of the region and Clinton Street, as well as describes the future of the downtown area and region. This section will provide a data-driven basis for projects recommended for DRI funding.
Downtown Profile + Assessment
Informed by Binghamton’s DRI application and public input, the LPC will develop a vision statement with corresponding goals and revitalization strategies to guide decision-making about future development and investment in the downtown area.
Downtown Vision, Goals, + Strategies
Project Identification + Development
Proposed projects for DRI funding will be identified through an open call for project proposals. The state and consultant team will work closely with project sponsors to develop project profiles. The final slate of projects are intended to have positive and transformative impacts on the DRI community and will be a mix of public, non-profit, and privately sponsored projects.
The SIP will describe the unique challenges and opportunities for revitalization of Clinton Street, present the community’s vision for the future of the downtown, and propose transformative projects that may be realized with an investment of DRI funds. Once complete, the State will review Binghamton’s SIP and select which projects will receive DRI funding.
Strategic Investment Plan (SIP)
