Saranac Lake awards cannabis tax revenue to four local projects

SARANAC LAKE | The Village of Saranac Lake recognized four local organizations at a grant presentation outside Harrietstown Town Hall on Nov. 9. The awards total $18,950 through the Village's Cannabis Sales Taxation Funds Grant Program. Approved by the Village Board of Trustees on Oct. 13, the awards direct local cannabis sales tax revenue toward youth programs, community well-being, and recreational opportunities for Village residents. "These awards put $18,950 in local cannabis sales tax revenue back into our community, supporting youth opportunities, recreation, and safer facilities. We're pleased to recognize these four organizations and grateful for the work they do every day for Saranac Lake residents," said Mayor Kelly Brunette. -Saranac Lake 3P, Inc. $3,950, The Youth Scholarships and Organization Tent project will help reduce registration costs for local children participating in the Kids 3P race and support the purchase of an event tent for race information and the emcee. -Saranac Lake Youth Center $5,000, Connection through Recreation will support indoor and outdoor activities for young people ages 11–18. Planned grant-funded purchases and activities include board games, gaming systems and equipment, fishing gear, a Wild Center field trip, and educational workshops. The project aims to strengthen friendships and participation in a supervised, substance-free setting. -Northern Lights Guardianship, Inc. $5,000, The Safe Access and Building Security Improvement Project will support repairs and replacement of exterior entrance doors at the organization's early childhood education facility. The work is intended to improve accessibility, emergency exit functionality, weather protection, and security for children, families, and staff. -Harrietstown Rotary Park Committee, $5,000, With the Saranac Lake Rotary Foundation serving as fiscal sponsor, the award will contribute toward outfield and backstop fencing for the planned T-ball/Wiffle ball field at Harrietstown Rotary Park. The field is intended to provide space for introductory youth sports and informal family recreation. "Each of these projects addresses a practical local need, from helping children participate in recreation to improving access at a childcare facility. We look forward to working with the recipients as they put this funding to use for our residents," said Village Manager Brandee Reiley. Grant recipients are responsible for using the funds for their approved projects and submitting required progress and final reports documenting expenditures and outcomes.

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