"I am glad Central New York is the recipient of one of the $500 million awards. Many local residents and agencies worked hard to put the best plan forward for our region, and I am glad local efforts paid off. I am hopeful the infusion will jump-start businesses and spur investments in our backyard toward long-term and sustainable job creation. Winning the Upstate Revitalization Award is very positive for our region and a good step to rebuilding our economy.

To further build upon the economic growth this plan sets to achieve, and for the overall growth of our region's economy, I will continue to fight for lowering taxes and removing onerous regulations imposed by the state," said Barclay.