Allocation of funds
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- Executive Department
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- Compiled text through
- Sep 15, 2021
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- July 29, 2026/Vol. XLVIII, Issue 30 (2026-07-29)
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- Jun 6, 2026
The distribution of funds for park, historic preservation and heritage area projects shall be requested annually by the office for inclusion in the executive budget and action by the New York State Legislature.
(a)The commissioner shall determine the types of projects to be funded from the allocation for each fiscal year based on factors which shall include, but need not be limited to:
(1)consistency with the requirements and intent of the Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act of 1996;
(2)demand as evidenced by number and type of applications previously received for this and other grant programs administered by the office;
(3)the Open Space Conservation Plan, the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, coastal zone management plans, local waterfront revitalization plans, maritime area plans and other applicable planning documents;
(4)public comments and requests received by the office or other appropriate evidence of need;
(5)the availability of other programs and funding resources;
(6)allocations for various types of projects in previous funding cycles;
(7)State and Federal mandates;
(8)emergencies or disasters; and
(9)the recommendations of the Environmental Assistance Advisory Task Force established by section 430.4(c) of this Part.
(b)Consistent with the number of applications and the funds appropriated, the commissioner may limit the maximum amount of State assistance available for any one project.