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The article discusses eight downtown renewal projects in Oneida that have received state funding through Governor Kathy Hochul's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). The initiative aims to improve business and housing opportunities while enhancing public spaces and amenities.

Three of the specific projects mentioned include:

1. Improving Downtown Infrastructure and Streetscaping: This project will receive $1,521,000 in DRI funds.

- The goal is to modernize streetscape and pavement on portions of Main St., Broad St., Madison St., Farrier Ave., and Vanderbilt Ave.

- Additionally, this project aims to add bicycle infrastructure along Sconondoa St.

2. Reimagining the Vacant Hotel Oneida: This initiative will receive $2,900,000 in DRI funds.

- The plan is to renovate the historic hotel into mixed-use space with multiple apartments, a restaurant/pub, and an event space.

3. Restoring and Upgrading the Devereaux Building: With a budget of $1,569,000 from DRI.

- This project aims to transform the Devereaux building into a mix of residential units, retail spaces, and commercial office space.

Despite these positive developments, there seems to be some tension among local officials. Three Oneida police officers walked out in protest during an event related to this announcement.

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