Hudson Valley Program
The Mission of the Hudson Valley Program is to build partnerships to engage the Hudson Valley, elevate Highland Falls, and enhance the West Point experience.
Positioning Highland Falls as a thriving hub of opportunity and community by leading strategic partnerships that strengthen West Point’s alliance with the Hudson Valley to activate its full potential and transform the gateway to West Point.
By harnessing the power of strategic private investment, public-private partnerships, and graduate engagement, we are building a future that honors the past while creating new opportunities for generations to come.
What We’re Building Together
- Mixed-Use Developments that bring new life to Main Street and increase walkability, vibrancy, and local business opportunities
- Strategic Commercial Partnerships that fill infrastructure gaps and foster long-term economic stability
- Affordable & Workforce Housing Initiatives to serve service members, faculty, and local residents
- Chamber of Commerce Support to promote small business growth and entrepreneurial investment
- Cultural and Community Spaces that celebrate the rich history and identity of Highland Falls
Our Approach – We believe revitalization must be:
- Community-Aligned – driven by local input and needs
- Mission-focused – serving the broader goals of West Point
- Sustainable – built to last, economically and environmentally
- Collaborative – fueled by partnerships with developers, investors, local government, and West Point alumni.
Downtown Highland Falls renditions
Our Impact (So Far)
- Reopening of the iconic local landmark, The Park Restaurant
- The creation and growth of the CONNECT after-school program that serves second through eighth graders at Highland Falls Intermediate School—offering daily after-school academic support, mentorship from West Point cadets, physical activity, and nutrition education to strengthen student achievement.
- Construction underway on a brand new, grad-owned craft bar & restaurant: Westy’s
- Formation and support of a revitalized Highland Falls Chamber of Commerce
- Launch of targeted developer outreach and investment matchmaking efforts
- Strategic planning underway for mixed-use and commercial redevelopment projects near West Point.
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