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Lake Pleasant board authorizes application to NY BRICKS program for new community center
Summary
The Town Board voted to pursue BRICKS funding for a proposed community center (application due Aug. 15, 2025), which would cover 80% of project costs with a 20% town match; the board identified the Elm Lake Road site, the library/clinic site, or a purchasable building as possible locations.
Councilmember Meg Parascandola told the board that the town’s Elm Lake Road project is awaiting final state signatures and that the town can pursue the BRICKS (Building Resilient Infrastructure for Community Knowledge and Services) grant as either a primary or backup source of funding. The board discussed possible locations for a new community center (Elm Lake Road, the library/clinic site, or a town-purchased building), the need for a property survey, and the grant’s cost-sharing: the BRICKS program would fund 80% of eligible costs with a 20% local match. Parascandola also noted a proposed building size of approximately 40 feet by 96 feet with a single large room and a kitchen in back.
The Town Board adopted Resolution #100 authorizing submission of an application to the BRICKS program and empowered the Town Supervisor or designee to take necessary actions, including signing agreements and certifications. The transcript records the application deadline (August 15, 2025) and an affirmative unanimous vote (Ayes: All). The board discussed potential parking and zoning complications for siting the center at the library/clinic parcel and emphasized the need for a survey and further review before committing local match funds.
