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Utica Launches Business Grant Program Using Federal CDBG Funds

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 28
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What happened

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The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development approved $280,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Utica. Mayor Michael Galime subsequently announced the Legacy Business Assistance program, which allows businesses that have operated in the city for at least 25 years to apply for grants of up to $20,000. This funding contributes to a total of $768,000 made available for economic development in Utica during 2026.

From wktv.com

Why it matters

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The program is designed to provide financial support to long-standing small businesses in Utica, aiming to enhance their resiliency and ensure continued employment for residents. The grants are part of a larger 2026 economic development allocation that includes funds for façade improvements and minority- and women-owned businesses.

From wktv.com

Who's involved

  • UticaCity receiving federal CDBG funds and implementing the Legacy Business Assistance grant program.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • UticaSpeculative

    Businesses in Utica might see increased capital for operations and resiliency through the Legacy Business Assistance program.

Possible ripples

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The entities involved

  • Utica

    city in Oneida County, New York, United States

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