named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Reimagine Webster Master Plan
Master planning effort for the area north of Route 104, resulting in a Brownfield Opportunity Area designation to prioritize state funding for future redevelopment projects.
Sandbar Waterfront Revitalization
Revitalization of Lake Ontario and Irondequoit Bay waterfront with shoreline resilience, recreation spaces, environmental restoration, and educational improvements.
Webster Economic Access Project
Rehabilitation of disinvested industrial roadways on the Xerox campus to improve access and support redevelopment, supported by $1.8 million in state and federal funding.
Webster Forward
Community revitalization strategy focused on the Village of Webster’s downtown, funded by $4.5 million in state grants to improve walkability, event space, and economic development.
West Webster Hamlet Revitalization
Planning initiative to improve pedestrian safety and economic opportunity in the historic West Webster Hamlet and along Route 404.
fairlife Production Facility
Supported the development of a $650 million production facility by fairlife®, a Coca-Cola subsidiary, expected to create 250 new jobs in Webster.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Regional Economic Development Initiatives 3 activities
- Advocating for federal, state, and local investment in WebsterAdvocates for public funding and policy support to advance economic development, transportation, and environmental resilience in Webster, including successful efforts to secure state and federal grants for infrastructure, waterfront revitalization, and industrial corridor improvements.
- Building regional partnerships to support economic developmentCollaborates with regional, state, and local organizations to coordinate economic development efforts and enhance capacity through shared resources and strategic alliances.
- Facilitating business site selection and economic development in WebsterSupports business growth and investment by maintaining an inventory of available development sites, conducting site searches, and coordinating marketing efforts to attract new businesses—such as the 745,000 sq. ft. fairlife® production facility expected to create 250 jobs.
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Nature Preserve Management and Public Access 1 activity
- Managing parks, open space, and recreational infrastructureManages over 2,750 acres of protected parks and open space, maintains a 23-mile trail network, and supports sports and recreation tourism that attracts over 40,000 annual visitors through championship-level athletic venues.
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Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
- Planning and implementing community revitalization and infrastructure improvementsPlans, organizes, and manages economic and community development initiatives in Webster, including downtown revitalization, Brownfield Opportunity Area designation, and master planning—such as the 2024 Reimagine Webster study that led to targeted redevelopment strategies.
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Municipal and Community General Support 1 activity
- Securing public funding for local infrastructure and community development projectsSecures public grants and funding for a wide range of local initiatives in Webster, NY, including transportation improvements, park and recreation enhancements, downtown revitalization, flood resilience, and industrial zone redevelopment. Since 2014, secured over $15 million in public funding for such projects.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$86K
Contributions & grants$86K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$80K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$74K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$73K
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Net assets$73K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATT CHATFIELD | Executive Dir. | 35 | $68K |
board members · 2
- BARRY HOWARD — Director
- BRIAN NEENAN — Director
relationships · 40
Who they work with
- Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council Partner — Collaborates on regional economic development initiatives.
- Frontier Communications Partner — Provided private funding for the Community Investment Strategy through the America’s Best Communities Challenge
- Greater Rochester Enterprise Partner — Collaborates to promote regional economic strengths
- Kittelberger Florist Partner — Represented on the Board of Directors of the Webster Economic Development Alliance
- National Recreation Association Partner — References standards set by the National Recreation Association for park acreage per population to benchmark local open space provision.
- New York State Department of Economic Development Government — Works with state-level agencies to support investment and growth in Webster.
- State of New York Government — Primary source of grant funding for multiple community development and planning initiatives.
- State of New York Government — Recipient of state funding through the FAST NY and NY Forward programs for infrastructure and revitalization projects.
- The Coca-Cola Company Partner — Parent company of fairlife®; associated with major investment and job creation in Webster through subsidiary operations.
- The Maplewood Nursing & Rehabilitation Partner — Represented on the Board of Directors of the Webster Economic Development Alliance
- Town of Webster Government — Represented on the Board of Directors of the Webster Economic Development Alliance
- Town of Webster Partner — Collaborates on economic development initiatives, master planning, and infrastructure projects.
- Town of Webster Partner — Collaborates with the Alliance on economic and community development projects and initiatives.
- Town of Webster Partner — Jointly implements planning and development initiatives such as the Reimagine Webster Master Plan and Sandbar Waterfront Revitalization.
- Town of Webster Partner — Public partner in a public-private partnership focused on local economic development.
- U.S. Federal Government Government — Source of federal funding assistance for transportation infrastructure improvements.
- U.S. House of Representatives Government — Secured federal funding through Congressman Joe Morelle for transportation infrastructure improvements.
- U.S. Senate Government — Secured federal funding through Senator Chuck Schumer for transportation infrastructure improvements.
- Village of Webster Government — Represented on the Board of Directors of the Webster Economic Development Alliance
- Village of Webster Partner — Collaborates on securing funding and planning for community development projects including Webster Forward and the Economic Access Project.
- Village of Webster Partner — Collaborates with the Alliance on economic and community development projects and initiatives.
- Village of Webster Partner — Joint partner in downtown revitalization, infrastructure improvements, and economic development planning.
- Village of Webster Partner — Public partner in a public-private partnership focused on local economic development.
- Village of Webster Business Improvement District Partner — Local business improvement entity partner in a public-private partnership focused on local economic development.
- Village of Webster Business Improvement District Partner — Represented on the Board of Directors of the Webster Economic Development Alliance
- Webster Business Improvement District Partner — Collaborates on community-building and revitalization efforts.
- Webster Central School District Government — Represented on the Board of Directors of the Webster Economic Development Alliance through the Superintendent
- Webster Central Schools Partner — Public education partner in a public-private partnership focused on local economic development.
- Webster Chamber of Commerce Partner — Business organization partner in a public-private partnership focused on local economic development.
- Webster Chamber of Commerce Partner — Hosts board meetings at the Webster Chamber of Commerce offices.
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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.
- Leveraging Quality of Life and Infrastructure as Economic Driversmethodology: quality-of-life-driven economic developmentBy positioning Webster’s quality-of-life assets—such as walkable areas, waterfront access, and open space—alongside strategic infrastructure, we attract residents and businesses because these features reduce relocation friction and increase community desirability, making economic development more sustainable.
- Strategic Use of Public Policy and Designations to Guide Investmentmethodology: strategic_designation_leverageBy aligning with public policy and leveraging state designations like Brownfield Opportunity Area, we direct public and private investment to targeted areas because these frameworks provide access to funding, regulatory support, and prioritization in planning processes.
- Unified Public-Private Advocacy for Economic Developmentmethodology: unified_community_voiceBy uniting public and private stakeholders into a single coordinated voice, we advance economic development and attract business investment because a unified approach increases influence, reduces fragmentation, and aligns resources around shared regional goals.