Council Member· January 2026 - December 2027
Jona L. Favreau
Troy
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 1:34:34
- Avg per meeting
- 4:30
- Segments
- 1885
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
RPI Child Development Center Proposal
Private investment by RPI into campus childcare infrastructure.
American Theatre Redevelopment and Financial Assistance
Involves approximately $7.4 million in private investment and tax exemptions including a PILOT agreement.
Verizon Wireless Cell Tower Installation at 207 Broadway
Private infrastructure investment by Verizon Wireless to improve cellular service capacity in downtown Troy.
Expansion of The Elliott at Troy Assisted Living Facility
Substantial private capital investment in healthcare and senior care infrastructure.
Lansingburgh Gateway Workforce Housing Redevelopment
The project represents a multi-million-dollar investment that will utilize state financing programs and grants to spur neighborhood revitalization.
King Fuels Waterfront Redevelopment
Funding and asset returns will be determined through site appraisals and project strategies.
Free Store Redevelopment at 272 Hoosick Street
The property will transition from taxable commercial status to tax-exempt non-profit status, impacting municipal revenue.
Surplus Property Auction Sales
Auction sales bring roughly $780,000 in bids into the city and return parcels to the tax rolls.
Monument Square Mixed-Use Development Project
Involves utilization of approximately $1.95 million in ARPA funds.
Residential Care Facility Expansion on Tibbits Avenue
Disposition of foreclosed city-owned properties
Roughly $760,000 in total bid proceeds returning to the city, plus properties going back on the tax rolls.
Proctors Building Project & Litigation Review
Approximately $19,000 allocated for the production agreement with a total project budget target around $25,000 supported by private donations.
NY Forward Grant Consultant Services
Potential grant awards up to $4.5 million for local commercial district improvements.
Gulfstream Developers Senior Housing Project
The project involves tax exemptions and PILOT agreements, though specific figures will be negotiated.
Auto Body Shop Storage Garage at 3113 Seventh Ave
Private business expansion costs aimed at reducing theft-related losses.
Planning Department Leadership and Capital Projects
Capital projects involve millions in state grant funding and potential future bonding.
IDA Financial Position and Overdue Accounts
Total assets stand at $1,500,000 with a fund balance of $1,337,000 and a monthly deficit of $4,252.
Development Projects Pipeline Update
Projects involve administrative fees and third-party analysis costs incurred by developers.
High-Density Residential Conversion at 2231 Fifteenth Street
Generates private investment and potential utility fees for the city.
Troy Community Land Bank Annual Report
The land bank operates on state grants and manages significant capital investments for neighborhood revitalization and affordable housing.
Decisions during term (7)
Recorded while Favreau was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Motion to Approve RPI Child Development Center Fails
Preliminary Sale of City Parcels for Monument Square Development
Ordinance 22: Community Development Fund Budget Amendment
Resolution 29: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Resolution Proclaiming March 2026 As Developmental Disabilities Month In The City Of Troy
Resolution 16: Troy Industrial Development Authority Appointments
Resolution 17: Troy Local Development Corporation Appointment
Voting record (2)(Development)
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