City of Buffalo to receive $70M in state aid

Some major investments are taking place in Western New York.

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office on Friday announced that $70 million in state aid is going towards the city of Buffalo.

A $24 million investment is also going towards the hunger relief organization FeedMore WNY.

“Buffalo is my home and I promised to always have my neighbors’ backs,” Hochul said in a statement. “With this Budget, I am thrilled to announce a historic $70 million in direct aid to the City of Buffalo paired with major reforms that will put money back in families’ pockets. I am especially proud that we are able to make a $24 million investment in FeedMore WNY that will provide more meals and services for community members in need. From universal childcare to ratepayer protection to auto insurance reform, we stood up to powerful special interests and got it done.”

The governor also highlighted other Western New York investments that are included in the 2027 state budget. This includes $20 million toward daycare networks and $2 million for maternal health initiatives.

More information can be found on the governor’s website.