New state-of-the-art facility provides comprehensive medical care and wellness programs for local residents of all ages and abilities
Photos of the new health lifestyle campus available here
The New York State Department today announced the completion of a Healthy Living Campus in downtown Batavia as part of the city's $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. Funded by more than $4 million from DRI, this new, state-of-the-art facility provides comprehensive medical and wellness programs for all ages and abilities, contributing to improving the overall health and well-being of the Finger Lakes region. I will. .
“The new Healthy Living Campus will serve as a major hub facility in downtown Batavia, providing new and improved health and wellness services to residents of all ages.” Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley said:. “The completion of this important project as part of the City of Batavia’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award is a testament to the City’s long-term commitment to creating healthy, vibrant and livable communities.”
The Healthy Living Center is a 78,500 square foot facility that houses a wellness-based community center and healthcare service partners. The new facility offers modern, bright open spaces perfect for families, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, aquatics center, indoor play area, indoor track, intergenerational reading and education space, community kitchen, and health care provider offices. Masu. and other hospital facilities.
The new facility will provide a safe space for adults and youth to gather and socialize, increasing the number of youth, seniors and families across the region who use the facility as a recreational and social hub. The facility will also support the increasing demand for programs and community services such as health, fitness, wellness, camping, youth development, childcare, and summer camps.
This project is the result of a collaboration between the Genesee Livingston Orleans Wyoming (GLOW) Regional YMCA and Rochester Regional Health United Memorial Medical Center.
In addition to the $4,075,000 provided by DRI, the project received funding from Empire State Development, the New York State Department of Health, and the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development.
“We're thrilled to be partnering with Empire State Development to bring our customers to the top of their game,” said Hope Knight, president, CEO, and commissioner of Empire State Development. “The Healthy Living Campus will serve as an important hub for downtown Batavia and bring new vibrancy to the surrounding community. Offering services ranging from child care to fitness classes, this state-of-the-art facility will serve as a hub for a new generation of families. It also helps ensure a healthy future.”
State Health Commissioner Dr. James MacDonald said:“The completion of the Healthy Living Campus demonstrates the state’s commitment to health equity and improving the health outcomes of New Yorkers of all ages. We would like to thank Governor Hochul and everyone who contributed to this wonderful project.”
Rachel Hale, Senior Director of Association Advancement, GLOW YMCA, INC. “After years of planning and construction, it is so rewarding to see the Healthy Living Campus open. A project of this scale and significance is made possible by the incredible support from our valued donors and volunteers. We are very excited about the Genesee County YMCA and are grateful for the unique partnership between the YMCA and Rochester Regional Health.”
Batavia City Manager Rachel J. Tablesky said: “The grand opening of the YMCA Healthy Living Campus in downtown Batavia is a momentous event. In 2013, New York City, with support from the Department of State, pursued a Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) plan that included the Healthy Living Campus site. DRI funding provided by the Governor and ESD made the city's redevelopment plan a reality. The opening of our campus is an exciting project that will foster growth, prosperity and healthy living in our city.”
Batavia City Council President Eugene Jankowski Jr. said: “Building the YMCA and Healthy Living Campus in the heart of Batavia is a tremendous accomplishment. The new YMCA will provide a healthy lifestyle for not only city residents, but residents throughout Genesee County and beyond.” This project was made possible by the Governor's DRI and we are excited to see it open.”
Genesee County Chairwoman Sherry Stein said. “The positive changes to Batavia’s streetscape are amazing! The Healthy Living Campus, supported by DRI funding, will improve access to a healthier lifestyle for everyone who lives, works, and plays in Genesee County. Masu.”
Councilor Steve Hawley said: “As a long-time YMCA supporter and former board member, I am proud to see the collaboration and integration of the new Healthy Living Campus in our community. It will provide the foundation for a healthy lifestyle for generations to come.”
Sen. George Borrello said: “Healthy Living in May” Touring the campus, I was inspired by the facility's innovative design and its commitment to serving residents of all ages and abilities. ” made possible by investments from New York State. Funding for Town Revitalization Initiatives is a shining example of how public-private partnerships can transform communities, and we continue to support projects like this that strengthen neighborhoods and improve people's quality of life. I would like to thank Governor Hochul and his administration for their support. all. “
The City of Batavia has been selected as the winner of the 2017 Finger Lakes Region Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Round 2. Other DRI winners in the region include Geneva, Penn Yan, Seneca Falls, Rochester, Newark, Perry and Waterloo. The Finger Lakes Regional Economic Development Council is currently reviewing applications for DRI Round 8 awards.
In addition to the Healthy Living Campus, other projects funded by Batavia DRI include:
- Ellicott Place mixed-use building development.
- Theater 56 Performing Arts Center Improvements.
- Enhancements to public spaces in Jackson Square.
- Upgrading buildings in Batavia city center.
- Restoration of former Carr's department store for mixed-use development. and
- Creation of a building improvement fund for downtown small businesses and property owners.
The DOS Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) program also funded the city's BOA plan, which covers much of the downtown area served by DRI. The BOA plan identified several DRI projects as priorities.
About the downtown revitalization plan
The Downtown Revitalization Initiative was established in 2016 to accelerate and expand the revitalization of downtowns and neighborhoods in all 10 regions of the state, promoting centers of activity and investment. Led by the Department of State and supported by Empire State Development, Housing and Community Renewal, and NYSERDA, DRI represents an unprecedented and innovative “plan-then-act” strategy that combines strategic planning with immediate implementation. to create a compact and walkable downtown. These will help New York State rebuild its economy from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and meet the state's bold climate goals by increasing the use of public transportation and reducing dependence on private cars. becomes an important element.
In the first seven rounds of DRI, the state will invest $800 million to identify 81 properties ripe for revitalization that have the potential to attract redevelopment, business, job creation, and increased economic and housing diversity and opportunity. We invested in downtown. The governor has pledged to add $100 million each this year to the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and New York Forward, which focuses on revitalizing small rural communities, and the state has now invested in both programs since their inception. A total of $1.2 billion has been invested.
Participating communities will be nominated by the state's 10 Regional Economic Development Councils based on their potential for downtown transformation. Each community will receive $10 million to develop a strategic investment plan for their downtown, advance the community's vision for revitalization, and implement major catalytic projects that leverage additional private and public investment. You can For more information about DRI, please visit available here.
