New York City will receive $14.6 million in state funding for projects geared toward bicycle and pedestrian enhancements, in hope of improving air quality in the city.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that the infrastructure investment, which is part of a $144.6 million investment for 72 projects statewide, will support the construction of ADA accessible sidewalks, improved access to public transportation, and new multi-use bicycle and pedestrian facilities.

"These investments in bike and pedestrian enhancements across the state will help revitalize communities, reduce our carbon footprint and demonstrate once again that New York is building for the future," said Cuomo in the announcement.

A total of four projects to receive funding have been announced so far, with additional projects to be announced in the near future.

Funding has been allocated for the Department of Transportation, which will use funds for two separate projects— $1.7 million for new pedestrian refuge islands, median extensions, and other accessibility enhancements—and $2.1 million for new bicycle and pedestrian facilities for the Harlem River Bridges Plan.

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation will receive $5 million to build a new bike lane on the east promenade of Roosevelt Island.

About $793,000 will also go toward a new pedestrian and bicycle connection on Randall's Island.

The allocated funds will provide up to 80% of the cost of each project, the governor's office said.