Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council
The Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council drives economic strategy for the 8-County Southern Tier Region of New York State.
LUMA 2022
Beer Tree
Beer Tree Brew Works Inc is a 20BBL microbrewery/canning/distribution center housed in a 20,000 square-foot building on the North end of the Oakdale Mall. Beer Tree renovated the space and purchased...
The main way to seek NYS funding is the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) portal, which is used for dozens of agency offerings. Some programs are open year-round, but most programs are open during the annual "round" that typically runs from May-July.
Upstate Niagara purchased the Campbell facility in 2017 and currently produces 1,000,000 pounds of Italian cheeses weekly. The existing product lines are mozzarella, string cheese, ricotta, and fresh...
Imperium3 New York, Inc., a consortium of businesses spearheaded by three Southern Tier companies, will establish research and development and production operations at the Huron Campus in Endicott...
Learn more about the Southern Tier Communities that have won the last DRI rounds:
Southern Tier Round 4: Hornell, NY (2019)
The City of Hornell, located on the Western border of Steuben County, has a rich history as a commercial center for neighboring communities within a 30-mile radius. Shadowed by the beautiful wooded hills of the Canisteo Valley, Hornell’s downtown is highlighted with a wide Main Street, Victorian style lighting, and historic buildings. The City will leverage DRI funds to enhance the economic vitality of the downtown commercial area through investing in the Advanced Manufacturing Industry and promoting the Southern Tier’s Innovative Culture. Additionally, the City of Hornell plans to foster Downtown Hornell’s educational, cultural, historic, artistic, recreational, dining, and retail opportunities; strengthen existing local and regional assets; create long-term value to support future generations; and provide an inclusive and sustainable downtown experience for residents, workers, students, and visitors.