NYS budget includes college funds for fieldhouse project

The adopted state budget contains $15 million in aid to assist in the construction of a new student recreation center/multipurpose fieldhouse at SUNY Brockport.

"The new fieldhouse project will enable the Brockport campus to be competitive with other SUNY campuses around the state," said Senator George Maziarz, who made the announcement along with other area representatives. "The new facility will greatly enhance student life in terms of activities, events, and opportunities for students and the community," Maziarz stated in a press release.

Plans for the new student recreation center/multipurpose fieldhouse include an indoor track, multipurpose area, aerobics room, student lounge, office space, climbing wall, and a large area for concerts and special events.

The total project cost for the new facility is $30 million. SUNY Brockport students have already agreed, by referendum, to raise the remaining $15 million by accepting an increase in their student government fees.

April 9, 2006