New York State's Economic Development Resources Available through Empire State Development

Governor Spitzer has placed economic development as the cornerstone of his efforts to revitalize New York State. The Governor and his administration have worked to reduce taxes, reduce worker's compensation rates and eliminate undue regulatory burdens. As a result of these positive changes, a number of companies including Corning, Paetec, NexPress, Mobil, ADT Security Systems, Guardian Glass, Medeva Pharmaceuticals, Petsmart Direct, Flower City Printing and Hammer Lithograph have recently undertaken significant expansion projects in the Rochester area. Through Empire State Development (ESD), New York State offers incentives to expanding businesses when jobs are being retained and/or created.