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GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR LAKE FLOWER AVENUE AND RIVER STREET

Program Overview

This Energize Lake Flower Business District grant program aims to help business owners and property owners make improvements and establish business amenities that enhance the Lake Flower Avenue and River Street commercial area. The Village's Community Development Department established this grant program with funds awarded by the North Elba Local Enhancement And Advancement Fund (LEAF).

Available Funding & Eligible Projects

CATEGORY

DESCRIPTION

MAXIMUM AWARD

MINIMUM MATCH

BUILDING & SITE IMPROVEMENTS

Exterior building improvements such as painting, brick repair, window & door repair/replacement, awnings, decks, & storefront renovations.

Site improvements including construction of walkways, outdoor seating areas, decks, patios, and landscaping.

$25,000

50%

DETAILS MATTER

High quality building or site enhancements including signage, lighting, awnings, outdoor furniture, publicly accessible art installations, etc. that improve the overall streetscape.

$10,000

50%

 

Please note that this is a matching grant, meaning that applicants will have to cover a minimum of 50% of the total cost for the project.

 

Target Area

The target area for this grant program is the Essex County portion of River Street and Lake Flower Avenue. Eligible properties include street addresses 137 through 203 River Street and 209 through 644 Lake Flower Avenue.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE TARGET AREA MAP

This portion of the Village is located within the Town of North Elba. 

Program Guidelines

Details on how to apply, why to apply, and eligible projects are included in the Energize Lake Flower Avenue Business District Fund Guidelines Document.

Awards

  • Casa Del Sol awarded $22,000 for new windows, new awnings, and a bike rack. Find out more about Casa Del Sol's operations at 513 Lake Flower Ave., here.
  • Lake Flower Landing awarded $4,784 for new signage, LED lights, electrical work, and carpentry work on sign. Find out more about Lake Flower Landing's operations at 421 Lake Flower Ave., here.
  • Sara Placid Inn and Suites awarded $21,400 for new signage, outdoor furniture and patio, and installation of French doors. Find out more about Sara Placid Inn and Suites' operations at 445 Lake Flower Ave., here.
  • Traverse Lodge awarded $25,000 for pavilion, bike storage shed, vendor shed, a bike repair station, and signage. Find out more about Traverse Lodge's operations at 644 Lake Flower Ave., here.

Any questions may be directed to Jamie Konkoski, Community Development Director at [email protected] or 518-891-4150 ext. 235.

Project Timeline for Awardees

January 12, 2023 APPLICATION DEADLINE
October 17, 2022 - January 11, 2023 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FROM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
November 10, 2022 VIRTUAL QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION
March 13, 2023 AWARDS ANNOUNCED
October 2022 - May 2023 GRANT RECIPIENTS TO SECURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD APPROVAL, BUILDING PERMIT, AND SECURE A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR
December 31, 2023 COMPLETE ALL PROJECTS

 

 

 

 

Jamie Konkoski: Community Development Director

Email: [email protected]

Casa Del Sol was awarded $22,000, Lake Flower Landing was awarded $4,784, Sara Placid Inn and Suites was awarded $21,400, and the Traverse Lodge was awarded $25,000. 

Learn more about LEAF at roostadk.com/leaf