Domino Sugar Refinery in Yonkers to Close After Over 100 Years, Impacting 300 Jobs

Historic Domino Sugar Refinery Closure

• 🏭 The Domino Sugar refinery in Yonkers, operational since at least 1900, will close by the end of the year after more than a century.
• 💔 This closure marks the end of an era for a plant that has been owned by Domino Sugar for the last 25 years.

Impact on Workers and Community

• 📉 The closure will result in the loss of 300 jobs, leaving employees shocked and concerned about their future.
• 🤝 Domino Sugar's corporate owner, ASR, cites an "optimization plan" that will shift operations to Buffalo and other Northeast locations.
• 🏘️ Mayor Mike Spano highlights the refinery's significant contribution to the regional economy, including partnerships with local nonprofits and employee volunteerism.
• 😥 The loss of jobs and community support is expected to be a great loss for the community.

Future of the Refinery Site

• 🏗️ The refinery property, spanning 24 acres on the Hudson River, is likely to be torn down.
• 📈 Developers are expected to show interest in the valuable waterfront property, described as one of the most valuable between Yonkers and Albany.

Support for Displaced Workers

• 🏛️ The city and state have pledged to assist workers facing unemployment.
• 💼 Employees are already actively seeking new employment opportunities to support their families.