“Working Together for a Healthier Community” is our motto here at the
Clinton County Health Department (CCHD). I, for one, am excited that we are
able to bring this motto to life by facilitating the creation of unique and
healthy spaces throughout our community, with help from residents like you!
We recently partnered with 18 locally-owned businesses and
community-based organizations in Clinton County through a grant called Operation:
Light, Quick, Cheap (LQC) provided by the
New York
State Health Foundation (NYSHF). Partners were awarded funding to
create safe, fun and eye-catching spaces that promote healthy behaviors.
This was such a fun grant to be a part of and I am so excited to share
the ‘out of the box’ projects that were completed. They all involve
placemaking
which allows businesses to make cost effective improvements to their spaces to promote
physical activity and/or healthy eating.
If you have time this summer I would encourage you to explore some of
Clinton County’s newest attractions:
- Beekmantown Volunteer Fire Department - 6973
NY-22, West Chazy, NY 12992
Project Name: BVFD
Memorial & Community Space
Project Description:
An ADA sidewalk was installed for all community members to have convenient
access from the parking lot to the pavilion area. Benches and lighting for the
area were donated.
- Black Brook General Store - 781 Silver
Lake Rd, Au Sable Forks, NY 12912
Project Name: Bike
& Visitor Friendly Space
Project Description:
A bike repair station and bike racks were added to the store’s location to
increase active transportation. Additionally, two oversized Adirondack chairs
now sit at the store for photo opportunities and to increase visitors.
- The Cat’s Meow Thrift Shoppe -90 Bridge
St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, Accepted
by Outside Art: Plattsburgh Public Art Project
Project Name: “Community
Garden” Mural
Project Description:
Coordinated by Outside Art: Plattsburgh Public Art Project, the Community
Garden Mural features colorful flowers with an interactive “find the cats”
element. This mural was completed with help from local community members, art students from
Plattsburgh State, and individuals from the Autism Alliance of Northeastern New
York. There are 20 cats, 15 snails, 9 mushrooms, and 5 bugs in the
mural; can you find them all?
- Central Nutrition Smoothie & Juice Bar
- 11149 Route 9 Champlain, NY 12010
Project Name: Gathering
Space
Project Description:
A beautiful space with landscaping for the community to gather and just chat
while playing a game of chess or checkers. Have a bike? Take a ride to this new
location, there are new bike racks conveniently located next to this community
area.
- City of Plattsburgh Fire Department - 7 South Platt St,
Plattsburgh NY 12901
Project Name: The “Splash!”
Mural
Project Description:
This mural brings the community together and supports local essential workers.
Outside Art: Plattsburgh Public Art Project collaborated with the local fire
department, NYSATA art teachers, and local students to bring some life into a
plain firehouse wall. The theme of
water encompasses the firehouse’s proximity to the Saranac River, the
lifesaving resource that firefighters use every day, and the feeling of joy people
get from engaging in recreational activities in or near water.
- City Well - 30 City Hall Place, Plattsburgh, NY
Project Name: Community
Well-ness Project
Project Description:
This design features interactive sidewalk and concrete barrier art with an
under the sea, fish theme that surrounds a community seating area. Want to play
in the art? Head inside for some chalk!
- Clinton County Child Advocacy Center – 130
Arizona Ave, Plattsburgh NY 12903
Project Name: Welcoming,
Friendly Fencing
Project Description:
A colorful, playful space was created for visitors to feel welcomed and
comfortable with a whimsical flower pattern bordering the fenced in gathering
area.
- Clinton County Historical Association –
Peace Park
Project Name: Tsi
ietsenhtha (Jee Yeh Jen Ta)/Plattsburgh Art Project
Project Description:
A turtle art sculpture was placed in Peace Park. The shell of the turtle has a
different design on each, representing the history of the Native people.
- Clinton County Mental Health &
Addiction Services - 130 Arizona Ave. Plattsburgh, NY 12903
Project Title: We
are Here!
Project Description:
Sidewalk art and benches with encouraging words from the parking lot to the entryway
creates a welcoming space for community members.
- Cornerstone Pharmacy – 72 Champlain St,
Rouses Point NY 12979
Project Title: Farmacy
2.0
Project Description:
The Farmacy Project is an effort to provide locally grown and produced food to
area residents. Items include: fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, eggs, and bulk
food bins items. This allows the community to have access to a Farmers Market,
that is usually a once a week event, everyday! SNAP/EBT accepted.
- Cumberland Bay Market - 1544 Cumberland
Head Road, Plattsburgh, New York 12901
Project Title: From
Rays & Seeds to Rows & Harvest
Project Description:
Raised garden beds were installed to grow fresh produce to use in the meals
cooked by the market. A children’s tour of the garden was offered with a Master
Gardener that taught children about the gardening process. The market also has
their fresh produce for sale and encourages community members that are food
insecure to help themselves to some produce.
- D & D Meats – 8945 Rt 22, West Chazy
NY 12992
Project Title: Corner
Oasis
Project Description:
Farm cutouts for photo opportunities, bike racks to encourage active
transportation, and fresh produce are all located in this Corner Oasis.
- Lakeside Coffee – 109 Lake St, Rouses
Point NY 12979
Project Title: Project
Sunburst
Project Description:
This outside community park is newly constructed with benches, games tables,
bike racks, and beautiful landscaping. If you’re feeling hungry or thirsty,
head across the street to Lakeside Coffee for a bite to eat! Looking for other
activities that are available in Rouses Point? Visit the message board in the
park that maps out local businesses, community areas and events.
- M’Akin Things Homemade - 1166 Cook St,
Dannemora, NY 12929
Project Title: Welcoming
Outdoor Space
Project Description:
M’Akin Things Homemade just made the community more visually pleasing for
customers, visitors, and residents. Check out the artistic balloon dog benches,
sustainable greenery and homemade garden beds that double as safety railing on
the corner of Cook and Emmons Street.
- Maui North – City of Plattsburgh
Project Title: Artistic
Bike Racks Project
Project Description:
Art and bike racks do mix! Maui North partnered with the City of Plattsburgh to
install fun shaped bike racks throughout the City. Can you find all 11 locations? Hint:
There’s a book shaped bike rack at the Plattsburgh Public Library.
- Rouses Point Library - Rouses Point Civic
Center, 39 Lake St, Rouses Point NY 12979
Project Title: Hop,
Skip, Read!
Project Description:
StoryWalk® is an innovative way for children and families to enjoy reading and
the outdoors at the same time and it is now in Rouses Point. Visit the StoryWalk®
to read and enjoy the interactive walkway with painted stencil activities.
- Strand Center for the Arts - 23
Brinkerhoff St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Project Title: Melody
Park
Project Description:
An outdoor musical art park is here for you to enjoy the sound of music in an
open air space. Check out the new addition during an artisan market, outdoor
concert, or just when you’re out on your next stroll.
- West Chazy Recreation Park
Project Title: Merry-Go-Cycle (coming in September!)
Project Description:
Bring the kids to enjoy a newly installed merry-go-cycle while you enjoy
playing tennis or pickle ball on the courts that were recently resurfaced in
2020.
Amanda
Prenoveau
Public
Health Educator
Division of
Health Planning and Promotion
