Saranac Lake Village Board secures $40,000 in state grants for youth programs and wastewater cybersecurity, plus adds a new no-parking zone for rescue crews.
The Saranac Lake Village Board voted unanimously on August 10 to accept two state grants that will fund new safety initiatives in the village.
Board members approved a $10,000 grant from the JAG Youth Program. The money will support police‑led youth activities aimed at building community trust and providing constructive after‑school options. The board also accepted a $30,000 NYS SECURE Cybersecurity Grant. That funding is earmarked for protecting the village’s wastewater treatment system from cyber threats.
In addition to the grants, the board created a no‑parking zone on the street in front of the Volunteer Rescue Squad driveway. The restriction is intended to keep emergency vehicles clear at all times. The board’s minutes note that signage will be posted soon, but they did not specify the exact length of the zone.
The meeting also marked the start of a partnership to further the cybersecurity effort, though the minutes only mention that a “partnership” was established without naming the partner organization. Details on how the grant will be administered and which village departments will oversee the projects were not included in the brief.
Village officials said the grants represent a timely boost for two critical areas: youth engagement and infrastructure security. The police department plans to roll out the youth program later this year, while the wastewater authority will begin a cybersecurity assessment once the grant funds are released.
Residents who drive near the Volunteer Rescue Squad should watch for new signs indicating the no‑parking restriction. The village will likely post updates on its website and social media channels. Anyone interested in the youth program or the cybersecurity project can contact the village clerk’s office for more information.
Keep an eye on upcoming village notices for details on program schedules, signage installation, and any public meetings related to these initiatives.