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City seeking Letters of Interest for next round of RestoreNY Program

The City of Plattsburgh is seeking Letters of Interest (LOIs) from local property and land owners for Round 9 of Empire State Development’s RestoreNY program. Through the RestoreNY program, which was announced in September 2024, $50 million dollars are available to support local efforts, and help to reduce insurmountable costs for  transforming blighted, underutilized structures into vibrant residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.

MAYOR ROSENQUEST RELEASES HIS 2025 BUDGET

Mayor Christopher Rosenquest releases his 2025 Budget and sets Public Hearing to be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 5pm. 

Downtown Trick or Treat welcomes the community back to Downtown Plattsburgh!

On Saturday October 26th, the City of Plattsburgh will be full of spooks, treats and maybe even a few tricks! The fourth annual Downtown Trick or Treat event will be held on Saturday October 26th from 12:00-2:00PM.

City of Plattsburgh Receives Federal Award for Bulletproof Vest Partnership

The City of Plattsburgh is pleased to announce that it has been awarded funding through the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). This award will provide crucial financial support for the purchase of National Institute of Justice (NIJ) compliant bulletproof vests for the city’s law enforcement officers.

City of Plattsburgh Designated as a Pro Housing Community

The City of Plattsburgh is pleased to announce its official designation as a Pro Housing Community, a major milestone in our efforts to support sustainable, inclusive, and affordable housing for all residents. This designation reflects the City's commitment to policies that promote housing availability and equitable access while creating a thriving community for everyone.

Hands-On Fall Gardening Event Set for October 5th in Downtown Plattsburgh

Parks Come Alive! Event at Fox Hill Park to Feature Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Playground Equipment

The Parks Come Alive Event series will host its final event of the season on Thursday, September 12th, from 4:30-7:30 PM at Fox Hill Park, with family friendly activities, local food, live music, and more. As a special feature of this event, the City of Plattsburgh will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at 6:00 PM to celebrate the completion of new playground equipment and construction upgrades at the park. Media are encouraged to attend.

City of Plattsburgh Announces Plans to Enhance Regional Connectivity Through Interim Transportation Center

The City of Plattsburgh is planning to open an interim “Downtown Transportation Center” that will serve as a hub for regional bus services such as FlixBus (Greyhound) and Trailways. This initiative aims to retain and improve access to affordable and sustainable transportation options for residents, visitors, and travelers.

City of Plattsburgh and AFSCME Reach Tentative Agreement

After several rounds of negotiation, the City of Plattsburgh Mayor’s office and AFSCME union leadership have reached a tentative agreement for a 5-year contract renewal.

Live Art Demonstrations, Art Market, Live Music, Chalk Art Fest and more at the 2024 Lake City Art Festival!

The City of Plattsburgh is gearing up to host the third annual Lake City Arts Festival on Saturday August 24 from 12:00-6:30PM in Downtown Plattsburgh. The festival will showcase local and regional talent