“As the proud representative of the 119th Assembly District, Chair of the Assembly Small Business Committee, and a lifelong advocate for our region’s growth, I am overjoyed to welcome Chobani to the City of Rome. This is more than a project of steel and structure: it’s a bold investment in people, in potential, and in the promise of a brighter future for our entire community.
For generations, our region has been powered by hardworking families, local farmers, and small businesses who give their all every single day. Chobani’s decision to build its largest manufacturing facility right here in Rome is a powerful affirmation of what we’ve always known; that the Mohawk Valley is ready to lead, to grow, and to thrive.
This $1 billion investment will bring over 1,000 jobs to our community, create new opportunities for local businesses, and breathe new life into the heart of our economy. As a member of the Agriculture Committee and the Subcommittee on Export Trade, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication of our local dairy farmers, men and women who rise before dawn to feed this state. Their unmatched quality and commitment will make this partnership with Chobani not only successful, but extraordinary.
I want to thank our local partners whose belief in this region helped make this dream a reality. Together, we are writing a new chapter for Rome, one defined by growth, innovation, and opportunity for all. Chobani’s arrival is not just a moment, it’s a movement. And I am honored to help lead the way.
Thank you to Chobani for believing in our region, in our people, and in all that we have to offer. We are proud to welcome you home.”
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