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GRIFFISS UTILITY SERVICES CORPORATION

ROME, NY · EIN 161592039 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE W80 · Public & Societal Benefit · Large ($10M-$50M) · gusc.net
revenue
$10.9M
expenses
$10.9M
net assets
$57.3M
employees
13
volunteers
7
program ratio
89%
mission · from form 990

GUSC WAS ORGANIZED TO ASSIST GRIFFISS LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (GLDC) IN THEIR MISSION TO REDEVELOP GRIFFISS BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY PARK.

profile · synthesized from sources

GRIFFISS UTILITY SERVICES CORPORATION (GUSC) supports the redevelopment of Griffiss Business and Technology Park in Rome, NY by providing utility and infrastructure services. It operates as a nonprofit utility corporation focused on enabling economic development through reliable service delivery and capital investment. The organization works in close coordination with the Griffiss Local Development Corporation to advance regional growth.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Capital Improvement Program
Plans and executes infrastructure upgrades and expansions to modernize systems and support long-term development goals at the park
Utility Infrastructure Management
Manages and maintains water, sewer, electric, and telecommunications infrastructure at Griffiss Business and Technology Park to support tenant operations and attract new businesses
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Electric Grid Operations & Reliability 3 activities
    • Distribution of electricity and steam heat to tenants
      Distributes electricity and steam heat to tenants of Griffiss Business and Technology Park in Rome, New York, using repurposed US Air Force facilities and maintaining utility systems for continuous service.
    • Infrastructure development and utility system improvements
      Constructs and maintains utility infrastructure, including a new 13.2 kV power line connecting the hydroelectric powerhouse to the existing distribution network, and performs capital improvements and 24/7 response for electric and steam systems.
    • Operation of hydroelectric and biomass energy systems
      Operates a hydroelectric power system and purchases energy from a biomass facility to provide a clean, self-reliant energy supply for Griffiss Business and Technology Park, including ownership and operation of steam generation, electrical substations with 70 MW combined capacity, and associated distribution infrastructure.
  • Watershed Conservation & Stewardship 1 activity
    • Community outreach related to hydropower licensing
      Conducts community outreach efforts, including hosting community meetings, as part of the FERC hydropower permit application process.
  • Regional Economic Development Initiatives 1 activity
    • Support for redevelopment of Griffiss Business and Technology Park
      Assists Griffiss Local Development Corporation (GLDC) in the redevelopment of Griffiss Business and Technology Park through operational and administrative support.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Hydropower licensing and environmental compliance
      Works through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s hydropower licensing process, including conducting environmental assessments and stakeholder consultations to ensure regulatory compliance.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$10.88M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$9.52M88%
Investment income$1.36M13%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$10.85M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.34M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$58.72M
Cash$9.66M
Investments$22.91M
Liabilities$1.38M
Net assets$57.34M
Liquid reserves36.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -2.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 4
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DANIEL MANEEN PRESIDENT/CEO 38 $276K
AARON FALKENMEYER COO 38 $188K
MIKE DAVIS VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS 38 $162K
TAYLOR SRECA CFO 38 $138K
board members · 8
  • DAVE YOULEN — MEMBER
  • JOE CUNNINGHAM — CHAIRMAN
  • JOHN MCNAMARA — MEMBER
  • MICHAEL SHERIDAN — VICE CHAIRMAN
  • ROBERT KANE — TREASURER
  • ROBERT SKIBITSKI — MEMBER
  • TIMOTHY WOODS — MEMBER
  • WILLIAM STEVENS — MEMBER
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Government — Working with FERC on hydropower licensing and environmental review for the hydroelectric project.
  • GUSC Energy Partner — Operates a biomass energy facility whose output is purchased and distributed by GUSC.
  • Griffiss Local Development Corporation Partner — Primary partner organization in the redevelopment of Griffiss Business and Technology Park
  • Griffiss Local Development Corporation (GLDC) Partner — Collaborates with GUSC to stimulate economic growth at Griffiss Business and Technology Park.
  • New York Independent System Operator Government — Administers and monitors the wholesale electricity markets from which GUSC procures excess energy.
  • New York Power Authority Government — Provides low-cost electric power to GUSC through a ReCharge New York allocation.
  • New York State Public Service Commission Government — Regulates GUSC for safety, reliability, and system efficiency.
  • Oneida County Industrial Development Agency Government — Entity to which former US Air Force facilities were conveyed; supports GUSC's infrastructure operations.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Hybrid Energy Procurement for Economic Reliability
    methodology: hybrid energy procurement
    By combining subsidized electricity allocations with market-based wholesale purchases, the organization ensures reliable and cost-effective energy supply, because blending stable allocations with flexible procurement supports economic resilience during demand fluctuations.
  • Low-Impact Infrastructure Development
    methodology: low-impact_infrastructure_development
    By developing energy infrastructure within existing rights-of-way and preserving existing structures like dams, the organization minimizes environmental and visual disruption, because reuse reduces land use impact and maintains community aesthetics.
  • Renewable Energy Integration for Cost Stability and Sustainability
    methodology: renewable_energy_integration
    By generating hydroelectric power and integrating it into the energy supply, the organization reduces reliance on fossil fuels and stabilizes long-term energy costs, because renewable sources provide predictable pricing and environmental benefits.