The Village of Saranac Lake is accepting applications for its Energize Lake Flower Business District grant program to help business owners and property owners make improvements and establish business amenities that enhance the Lake Flower Avenue and River Street commercial area.
Donor Name: Village of Saranac Lake
State: New York
County: Essex County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/12/2023
Size of the Grant:$25,000
Details:
The Energize Lake Flower Business District Fund (Energize Lake Flower) provides matching grant funds to commercial and mixed-use properties in the River Street and Lake Flower Avenue target area. Property owners, business owners, entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations are eligible to apply for funds for interior and exterior building improvements and site upgrades and enhancements. Projects should meet the goals outlined below. Energize Lake Flower is administered by the Village of Saranac Lake Community Development Department and Saranac Lake Local Development Corporation (SLLDC).
The goals for the Energize Lake Flower Business District Program are:
- Thriving businesses and entrepreneurs
- Enhanced physical environment through high-quality design
- Assistance to businesses that have been excluded from other grant programs, including New York Main Street and Downtown Revitalization Initiative
Funding Information
Category 1
- Building and Site Improvements
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- 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.
- Maximum Award $25,000
- Minimum Match 50%
Category 2
- Details Matter
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- High quality building or site enhancements including signage, lighting, awnings, outdoor furniture, publicly accessible art installations, etc. that improve the overall streetscape.
- Maximum Award $10,000
- Minimum Match 50%
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants include owners of properties and businesses within the Essex County portion of River Street and the Lake Flower Avenue business corridor. Eligible properties include 137-203 River Street and 209-644 Lake Flower Avenue.
For more information, visit Energize Lake Flower Business District Grant.
