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Background: New York State has awarded the Village of Cazenovia $10 million through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) to improve the Village's downtown. The funds will be awarded to eligible public, private, and nonprofit projects that have the highest potential to transform the Village's downtown areas. We are looking for your feedback to inform what projects the community would like funded.

Instructions: Please review each of the 20 projects on the following pages and let us know what you think. The process should take approximately 25-30 minutes to complete.

Projects recommended for DRI funding will align with the Vision and Goals for the DRI areas, help transform the region, serve as a catalyst for additional investment, be ready to implement in the near-term, and have a high degree of public support, among other characteristics.
Vision for Downtown Cazenovia:
Cazenovia is a vibrant hub where historic character, natural beauty, arts, culture, and a strong sense of community create an exceptional place to live, work, visit, and gather. Our walkable downtown and diverse local businesses serve as a year-round destination for entertainment, commerce, and community life—offering unique regional attractions while meeting the everyday needs of residents and the broader rural community. Accessible public spaces and diverse housing options are available for people at all stages of life. Parks, trails, Cazenovia Lake, and Chittenango Creek provide abundant opportunities for recreation and connection to nature. Generation after generation chooses Cazenovia for its welcoming spirit, economic vitality, and strong sense of place. By building on our rich traditions while embracing innovation, Cazenovia is a community where people and businesses can thrive.

DRI Goals:
  • Revitalize Downtown and Strengthen Our Physical and Social Connections
  • Grow the Local Economy and Leverage Regional Tourism Opportunities
  • Preserve and Reimagine Historic Character and Assets
  • Preserve and Reimagine Historic Character and Assets
  • Cultivate Community Resources to Meet the Needs of Residents at All Life Stages
  • Enhance and Develop Community Recreation, Arts, and Cultural Spaces to foster a welcoming environment
Please visit: https://www.villageofcazenoviany.gov/CazenoviaDRI to learn more about the DRI, including a map of the Village's DRI boundary.

Your responses will be anonymous and confidential. Please contact Emma Falkenstein at emma@highland-planning.com if you have any questions about this survey.

This survey was created with funding provided by the New
York State Department of State Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

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