What is the Cornhill Revitalization Project?

• A collaborative endeavor with multi-faceted initiatives led by Community Foundation, which includes partnerships with People First, Mid-Utica Neighborhood Preservation Corporation (MUNPC), Collective Impact Network, Oneida County, and City of Utica.
• This project’s goal is to address the city’s affordable housing needs while providing residents with access to vital resources, including nonprofit partner programs and services, community meeting spaces, a business incubator, a dedicated art and media studio, a gym and wellness facility, and a neighborhood grocery store. While the project is designed to directly support Cornhill residents, it will also strengthen the capacity of local nonprofits and deliver lasting benefits to the broader community.
• This project aims to create two Impact Centers, 100 new apartments, and 30,000 square feet of commercial and community space. Impact Centers seek to bring essential services to communities in need. Their mission aligns with their name—making a meaningful impact where it matters most.
• The Impact Centers will be centrally located in the Cornhill Neighborhood at: 1115 West Street and 313 James Street.

2024 - 2025 PROJECT MILESTONES

MARCH 2024
Tyler Hutchinson hired as Business Process Manager/Cornhill Revitalization Project Manager.

MAY 2024
Demolition of the Leisure Time Activity Center in preparation for the future West Street Impact Center.

JULY 2024
Sarah Tower hired as Community Project Marketing Coordinator.

JULY 2024
$3.5M awarded to the THRIVE Cornhill Initiative by the Mohawk Valley Regional Economic Development Councils (REDC).

AUGUST 2024
Oneida County, City of Utica, and Community Foundation partner on Cornhill Corridor Study.

OCTOBER 2024
Community Dinner held at Mohawk Valley Community College to announce project updates and gather community feedback. Cornhill Revitalization Project website and social media pages launched.

JANUARY 2025
People First awarded $3M through the Pro-Housing Communities Program.

MARCH 2025
Cornhill Empowerment Center transitioned to new leadership under the Community Foundation.

JUNE 2025
Grand opening and ribbon-cutting event held at the Cornhill Empowerment Center.

To view the full project timeline, visit: revitalizecornhill.com/history.