Governor Cuomo Announces 13 Transformational Projects for Schenectady as Part of $10 Million Award Share Funding Advances 13 Projects to Enhance Connections Between Downtown and the Waterfront; Repurpose Existing Buildings; and Bolster the Local Arts Scene Downtown Revitalization Initiative Funds Key Catalytic Projects Continuing the Governor's Goal to Enrich Communities Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced 13 projects in Schenectady that will create connections between the city's growing downtown and waterfront developments, transform existing buildings to create mixed-used spaces, and enhance the local arts scene. Funded through Schenectady's $10 million award through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, these investments reflect the Governor's ongoing efforts to revitalize the upstate economy and create more opportunities throughout the Capital Region.