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Finger Lakes Boating Museum and Visitors' CenterFLBM-VC Concept Drawing

Frequently Asked Questions

When will project construction begin?
A significant portion of construction costs will be funded through grants from the State of New York.  These grants have been awarded, and the City is currently working through the grant contract process.  Once grant agreements have been executed, final design and construction will commence.

Where will the project be located?
The new facility will be on the site of the current Visitors' Center along Seneca Lake.  The existing building on the site is showing serious signs of wear.  Recent structural evaluations have indicated that demolition and development of a new building is the most cost effective solution.  The new facility (pictured above) will take advantage of the ready access to the City's boat launch and docking facilities to ensure that a wide array of on and off water programming can be delivered.

Where will the Visitors' Center, Museum staff, and Chamber offices be located during construction?
As the construction timeline finalizes, project partners will identify space that meets operational needs.  It is envisioned that temporary facilities will be located in close proximity to the permanent structure.

What are total project costs and sources of funding?
Phase I of this project calls for development of a 10,000 s.f. facility for the Museum and Visitors' Center.  Total construction costs for this effort are $2 million.  These are wholly funded by a grant from the New York State Dormitory Authority.  Museum fit-out and start up costs are estimated at $1.3 million.  These are funded in part by a grant from New York State's Local Waterfront Revitalization Program.  The remainder of start-up and operational costs will be raised in an aggressive capital campaign currently underway by the Museum and its over 300 members.

Future phases of the project will be funded through grants and private donations by Museum members and other benefactors.

Is the City selling the land for this project?
No.  Construction of this facility was made possible by a grant to the City of Geneva.  The newly constructed building will be a City-owned facility, and leased to project partners.