PLATTSBURGH, NY- The Town of Plattsburgh will begin a construction project on Town Hall starting Monday, Aug 3rd. The Town has selected Luck Bros. for the renovation of the main entrance and north parking lot to improve accessibility. This project was identified in 2023 as a necessary capital improvement. The project includes re-grading the parking lot, installation of new sidewalk, and a new vestibule with push-button handicap access. The project is expected to take approximately 3 weeks, in which the north parking lot and entrance will be closed. Visitors are directed to use the door facing Banker Road or call ahead for curb side service (518-562-6800). A map of the temporary access plan is attached to this press release.
This project was identified as critical for providing service to constituents as well as access to Town facilities for all visitors and users. Town staff estimated that more than 2600 people with mobility challenges visit Town Hall for recreation programs, handicap placards, and various other services. That number represents more than 20% of the Town resident population. It is important for the Town to be inclusive and accessible to serve the needs of our community. This is a major step in the right direction, and we look forward to the completed project. The project in its entirety is expected to be complete by the end of August 2026.
We would like to thank current and previous Town officials for their continued advocacy and support for this project. We would also like to thank AEDA, P.C., for their work on the design and implementation process. For any questions regarding this project or access plan, please contact Jessica Kogut: jessicak@townofplattsburghny.gov 518-562-6852.
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Town Supervisor, Chuck Kostyk: “I had been a supporter of this project as Deputy Town Supervisor, and IDEA Committee member. Now as Supervisor, I am happy to be ensuring it gets done. I am grateful to the Planning and Community Development Department for their commitment to spearheading this effort, and for the entire Town team pulling together the necessary pieces to bring us to this point of implementation. It has truly been a team effort. I look forward to providing better access to Town Hall for our staff and visitors.”Senior Planner, Jessica Kogut: “This project was really a grassroots initiative within the Town of Plattsburgh team. Staff and Town Officials identified this accessibility issue, and the IDEA Committee worked hard alongside Town leadership to coordinate the funding and efforts needed to have the design and bid materials created in partnership with AEDA, P.C. The Planning and Community Development Department took the lead on implementation, working closely with the Business Office and Town Board to establish a funding commitment to see the project through. We are now working with Luck Bros., AEDA, P.C. and our Facilities Department to kick this project off on July 13th. We appreciate the public’s patience as we conduct Town Business around a construction zone for the next several weeks.”
Copy of Town of Plattsburgh 2026 Town Hall Accessibility Upgrades Press Release 7/28/2026