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The Community Development Department oversees a variety of programs that help make

Saranac Lake a wonderful place to live for locals and an inviting destination for visitors.

Katrina Glynn
Community Development Director
Phone: 518-891-4150 x235

About

The Community Development Department works to drive economic prosperity and improve the quality of life for Village residents by identifying and pursuing state and federal funding for economic development, recreation, housing, public facilities, infrastructure and community planning projects.  We work with the community to improve social and economic conditions to create a dynamic, prosperous and livable village.

Economic Development

Working with various local organizations, the Department provides business relocation and expansion assistance and implements the Saranac Lake Region Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. The Department is responsible for identifying and seeking grant funds from private, local and federal sources and administering grants that are received.

Advisory Boards

The Community Development Department provides staff support to the  Downtown Advisory Board (DAB), Parks & Trails Advisory Board (PTAB), and Arts & Culture Advisory Board.

Projects

The Community Development Department plans, develops, and implements programs and activities that meet identified needs in the community. The Department is responsible for identifying and seeking grant funds from private, local and federal sources and administering grants that are received.

MapLink

The Village of Saranac Lake is excited to launch an interactive zoning map!  Click the link below to check it out.

 

Current Projects

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The Saranac Lake Access for Everyone Grant Fund is available to business and property owners to make accessibility improvements.  Find the application and program rules here.

 

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Saranac Lake is designated as a Silver-Level community due to the impressive levels of walking and excellent planning efforts. Saranac Lake is a very walkable community and most errands can be accomplished on foot. A walk through the Village provides beautiful lake and river views, historic architecture, parks for refuge and recreation, and many dining and shopping possibilities. Learn more.

 

Positions are now open for a two-year, volunteer term on SLACAB. 

All interested candidates should submit a letter of interest highlighting background, skills and why SLACAB is a good fit by October 18, 2024 to Community Development Assistant, Bayle Reichert at [email protected] .

Explore the SLACAB webpage for more information on this Advisory Board's mission, goals, and achievements.