A media advisory from Empire State Development and Community Services for Every1 announced a groundbreaking ceremony for “The Nest,” a $39.5 million mixed-use affordable housing development in Niagara Falls.
The advisory said the ceremony was scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 333 1st Street in Niagara Falls. The Nest will include 73 affordable apartments and space for workforce development and community support services.
Officials listed in the advisory who were expected to attend include:
- Mindy Cervoni, President & CEO, Community Services for Every1
- Kelly Kinderman, Vice President of Program Support and Development, Community Services for Every1
- Anthony Villardo, Empire State Development, USA Niagara
- Lenny Skrill, NYS Homes and Community Renewal
- Brenda McAteer, NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
- Senator Robert Ortt
- Assemblymember Angelo Morinello
- Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino
The advisory was issued July 7, 2026, with contact information for Pamm Lent of Empire State Development (pamm.lent@esd.ny.gov) and Jillian Johnson of Community Services for Every1 (jillianjohnson@csevery1.com). The announcement describes The Nest as a mixed-use project combining affordable housing with space for workforce development and community support programs.
Reporters and editors should attribute project details to the media advisory from Empire State Development and Community Services for Every1.
