Projects listed here were for the purpose of the application. Now that we have been awarded, the state will work with the Town for another six months of planning. Together with the State, we as a community, will revisit the vision statement and the project list. There will be many opportunities to comment and participate should this be chosen for funding.

The sister downtowns of Grand Gorge and Roxbury are suffering from a lack of housing, both affordable and market-rate. This problem escalated during the Covid Pandemic when many downstaters chose to relocate to the Catskills and work remotely. There are 2011 housing units contained within the Town and only 3.1% are rental units. This makes finding a place to rent out of reach for younger residents. We aim to alleviate this shortage through the redevelopment of existing mixed-use structures and vacant and abandoned properties. Creating first floor storefronts and second- and in some cases third-story apartments will serve dual purposes—new business startup and additional affordable rental units. With older residents looking to downsize and younger people looking to join the community, we can adjust our existing spaces quickly and efficiently. These much-needed additions to our housing stock would provide opportunities for new and lifelong residents and increase street life and activity on our walkable Downtowns.

• Hitching Post rehabilitation

• Former Reed’s Hotel rehabilitation

• Inn at Kirkside rehabilitation

• Façade Improvements-Both Hamlets

• Small Business Development Fund-Both Hamlets

• Branding and Marketing Campaign-Both Hamlets

Grand Gorge Community Center Full Rehabilitation

• Ball field Restoration

• Accessible Playground/ Natural Playground

• Public Restrooms

• Interior and Exterior improvements.

Public Access to Lake at Shephard Hills

• Swimming, kayaking, canoeing

Catskill Scenic Trail

• Trail Head Development

• Safe Crossing

• Better Connectivity

Roxbury Playground/Kirkside Park

• Roxbury Arts Center Improvements

• Development of a Performance Space in Grand Gorge

A fun and novel alternative to private cars, the all-Electric Trolley would reduce car traffic and carbon emissions. With space for up to 30 passengers and ADA compliance, the trolley would run year-round on various seasonal schedules. With proposed business and revitalization projects in the offing, the trolley would enhance residence and job opportunities for local folks.

• New Signage and Streetscape- both hamlets

• New sidewalks -both hamlets

• Four Corner Improvements- both Hamlets

• Roxbury Library enhancements and tech center.