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The City of Plattsburgh is excited to announce that it has bolstered its water supply with the compl

Plattsburgh Firefighters Contain Apartment Fire on Pike Street; Residents and Pets Safely Evacuated

On April 20th , 2025 at 6:08 am the Plattsburgh Fire Department was dispatched by the Clinton County Office of Emergency Services 911 center to a report of a structure fire at 43 Pike St. The First City Fire Department Engine arrived at 6:11 am and reported fire venting from a third story window of a large 5 unit apartment building. As firefighters with help from the Plattsburgh Police Department were evacuating residents, City Firefighters stretched a hose line to the third floor and were able to make an aggressive interior attack on the fire.

Plattsburgh will GreenUP! for Earth Day on Saturday April 19!

Spring is here and that means it’s GreenUP time in Plattsburgh! In honor of Earth day, residents and students alike are encouraged to get outside in your neighborhood, local city or town park, the downtown district, SUNY campus or the city beach to pick up litter and organic waste, plant trees or flowers or learn more about how you can support our environment!

City of Plattsburgh accepting applications for Hometown Heroes Banner Program

he City of Plattsburgh is partnering with local military families to honor men and women who have served or are currently serving in the US Armed Forces. Applications for this year’s program are due on March 15th.

City of Plattsburgh Designated as a Pro Housing Community

The City of Plattsburgh is pleased to announce its official designation as a Pro Housing Community, a major milestone in our efforts to support sustainable, inclusive, and affordable housing for all residents. This designation reflects the City's commitment to policies that promote housing availability and equitable access while creating a thriving community for everyone.

CITY OF PLATTSBURGH SEEKS CHIEF OF POLICE

The City of Plattsburgh is seeking applicants for Police Chief. Deadline to apply is Friday, January 31, 2025 at 4pm.

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS (NOIRROF)

On or about August 12, 2024 the City of Plattsburgh will submit a request to the Office of Community Renewal for the release of CDBG funds under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, to undertake a project known as the City of Plattsburgh Drinking Water System Upgrades Project. The proposed project involves the replacement of up to 5,000 linear feet of existing water main along Rand Hill Road and NYS Route 374.

“When the lights are on, the cars are gone!” City of Plattsburgh Snow and Ice Removal Procedures; Adds parking ban hotline.

It’s that time of year again when snow or ice events occur in the City of Plattsburgh. The Department of Public Works would like to remind folks to heed the parking ban signal lights and remove cars from city streets and parking lots.

The Bike Guys Find New Location at 39 Oak Street

Two local residents have moved the base of their charitable operation, known as “The Bike Guys”, from the former site of the Champlain Valley Transportation Museum (CVTM) to the Plattsburgh Housing Authority’s (PHA) building at 39 Oak Street

The City of Plattsburgh is now a Bronze Certified NYS Climate Smart Community

The City of Plattsburgh proudly announces that it has been awarded Bronze Certification by the New York State Climate Smart Community (CSC) program; a landmark achievement. This status was gained on October 2, 2023 with an official announcement by Governor Kathy Hochul.