BUFFALO, N.Y. — A special dedication ceremony was held Monday at Shea's Seneca celebrating the recently restored marquee at 2178 Seneca Street.
With financial assistance from National Grid's Main Street Revitalization program, the historic structure was able to return to its former glory. A $200,000 grant through this community development program made the restoration project possible.
"Restoration for Shea's Seneca included apartments, and spaces for banquets and retail, which meant new electricity requirements, which often are necessary when older buildings are updated," said Ken Kujawa, National Grid regional director. "We often partner with customers and introduce our grant programs, which can play a role in making a vision for an adaptive reuse project such as this a reality."
The grant also maintained the momentum of street-wide redevelopment. After putting aside funds for the marquee, Schneider Development Services provided funds to restore five ground floor commercial spaces at Shea's Seneca.
The dedication also coincided with the grand opening of Public Espresso and Coffee, which is the last remaining commercial space to open at the newly renovated Buffalo landmark.
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