New York State Division of the Budget

The meeting agenda includes reviewing various grants and loans for the Empire State Development Corporation, bond issuances for New York University via the Dormitory Authority, and environmental project financing through the Environmental Facilities Corporation. Additionally, the agenda covers multiple housing authority loan programs for affordable and supportive housing projects, as well as an amendment to a previous resolution for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

The document provides a comprehensive schedule of tentative board and committee meetings for the New York State Housing Finance Agency, Affordable Housing Corporation, State of New York Mortgage Agency, Municipal Bond Bank Agency, Tobacco Settlement Financing Corporation, and Housing Trust Fund Corporation for the year 2026. The schedule includes specific dates for various board meetings, committee sessions, and a special meeting for the Mortgage Insurance Committee.

The agenda includes reports from the Commissioner and CEO and reviews of various housing and community development projects. Key discussion items cover award amendments for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and New York Forward, an award increase for the Leading in Lead Prevention Program, and authorizations for Clean Energy Initiative awards. Additionally, the Board reviewed various multifamily and community investment project awards, including redevelopment and historic restoration initiatives, as well as amendments to Weatherization HEAP subgrantee agreements.

The council discussed various tourism-related updates, including high visitation numbers at the Olympic Regional Development Authority venues and recent state park expansions to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities. Infrastructure projects were highlighted, such as the opening of a new theater facility and revitalization efforts at the Albany International Airport. The meeting also covered industry engagement through the New York State Tourism Conference and the Museum Association of New York conference, focusing on the economic impact of museums and best practices for regional institutions. Additionally, the travel trade team reported on international update webinars aimed at improving inbound tourism strategies.

The board meeting focused on financial oversight, including the approval of audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending October 31, 2025, and reports on budget results and investments. The boards discussed internal audit plans, cybersecurity review reports, and administrative budget requests. Several resolutions were passed concerning housing development awards, grant amendments, and procurement contracts for various initiatives, such as the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, the Vacant Rental Program, and the Green Pre-Electrification Program. Additionally, the Commissioner provided an update on the affordability agenda and federal housing budget developments.