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Council adds Crescent Avenue connector to 2026 capital program using $300,000 federal grant
Summary
Council moved to amend the 2026 capital budget to add the Crescent Avenue connector project using a $300,000 CFTA grant awarded by Congressman Tonko; a resident asked about a reported $900,000 project cost and whether the city must cover $500,000–$600,000 of it. Council indicated grant funds are available and approved adding the project to the capital program unanimously.
The Saratoga Springs City Council voted unanimously to add the Crescent Avenue connector to the city’s 2026 capital program, citing a $300,000 CFTA grant awarded by Congressman Paul Tonko that will support the work.
At public hearing, resident Sam Brewer said the posted project documents referenced a $300,000 grant but also indicated total project costs approaching $900,000 and asked whether the city would need to cover an estimated $500,000–$600,000 shortfall. The mayor and DPW said the grant is available and DPW will continue working on the grant and project implementation; councilors agreed to add the project to the capital program and directed staff to proceed.
During the agenda discussion, the council confirmed the motion to amend the capital budget and approved the addition, with the vote recorded as unanimous. Commissioner Caramati said DPW will continue advancing the project and look into timelines and other funding details.
Next steps: DPW will proceed with grant administration and project planning; council discussions about scope, final cost and schedule will continue at future meetings.
