POUGHKEEPSIE- Dutchess County is investing $1.2 million in 14 projects aimed at improving accessibility, strengthening infrastructure, and expanding affordable housing, County Executive Sue Serino announced.
The funding comes through the county’s 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program. The programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and target community development and housing needs for low- and moderate-income residents.
Four municipal projects will receive a combined $611,510.
The City of Beacon will receive $189,210 to replace about 450 feet of sidewalk and curb along South Avenue near the elementary school, including new ADA-compliant curb ramps.
The Town of LaGrange will receive $125,000 to build an accessible bathroom at LaGrange Park. The Town of Poughkeepsie will receive $197,800 to install infrastructure for a new five-lot Habitat for Humanity subdivision off Sunset Avenue. Pawling will receive $99,500 for ADA improvements at Village Hall, including an upgraded entrance and accessible restroom.
Another $223,552 will support eight public-service programs.
The grants will help provide emergency rental and utility assistance, transportation, and support services for seniors, grocery delivery, housing assistance for homeless and at-risk residents, supportive housing for people recovering from substance use disorders, and youth workforce and development programs.
HOME funding totaling $384,000 will support affordable homeownership in Amenia. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County will receive $185,000 toward construction of a single-family home for an income-qualified buyer, while Hudson River Housing will receive $199,000 for four new single-family homes in the Cascade Creek subdivision. Eligible households must earn no more than 80 percent of the area median income.
“These investments help people right here in Dutchess County, supporting our neighbors who need extra help,” Serino said. “These projects make a real difference, and I’m thankful for our local partners who help us turn these funds into real results for our Dutchess County neighbors.”
The county accepts applications for CDBG municipal and HOME grants annually, while CDBG public-service applications are accepted every other year. Applications for the 2027 CDBG Municipal and HOME programs are expected to be released in early 2027.
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