Summary
The council was scheduled to authorize a federal BUILD grant application of $6.19 million to replace the aging bridge carrying Little Britain Road over Quassaick Creek. The local match would come from state touring route funds, so the grant largely protects the city's own road budget.
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Last discussed Jan 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $6.19 million federal grant with a $1.55 million city/state match was at stake.
Drivers and freight crossing the Little Britain Road bridge benefit from a safer structure.
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City Council - Jan 12, 2026
The council was scheduled to authorize a federal BUILD grant application of $6.19 million to replace the aging bridge carrying Little Britain Road over Quassaick Creek. The local match would come from state touring route funds, so the grant largely protects the city's own road budget.
City Council - Jan 8, 2026
The city was scheduled to seek a $6.19 million federal BUILD grant, with a $1.55 million 20% match from NYSDOT Touring Route Funds, to replace the bridge carrying Little Britain Road over Quassaick Creek. The bridge's condition affects daily commuters and freight travel into and out of the city.
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