Cape Vincent Online Project Gallery

Village of Cape Vincent New York Forward

Purpose

The purpose of the Online Project Gallery is to present the details of proposed projects that are currently under consideration by the Local Planning Committee (LPC) for inclusion in the Strategic Investment Plan (SIP). Projects that are ultimately recommended for inclusion in the SIP will be eligible to receive State funding through the NY Forward program.

 Continue scrolling to read more about the NY Forward program. You may also click on a title in the content bar above to skip to that section.


NYF Program Overview

New York Forward was launched in 2022 and serves as a central component of the State's economic development efforts, working together with the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), to accelerate and expand the revitalization of New York's downtowns. NY Forward supports smaller communities with historic character that distinguishes them from the larger, more urban central business districts typically funded through DRI. NY Forward communities are walkable, less dense areas that serve the immediate local community, and are more local in nature - focusing on the immediately surrounding residential or rural agricultural centric development. Through the NYF program, these smaller downtowns will receive planning and project implementation support needed to attract more businesses, residents, and visitors, while also providing a higher quality of life for all residents.

The NYS Department of State (DOS) administers the NYF program in close coordination with NYS Homes & Community Renewal (HCR), Empire State Development (ESD), and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

In the first year of the NYF program, each of the State’s 10 Regional Economic Development Councils had the option of nominating two communities for $4.5 million NYF awards or three communities, one of which will receive $4.5 million and two that will be awarded $2.25 million. NYF funds are also used to provide robust capacity-building and technical assistance directly to communities throughout each phase of the program.

 The Village of Cape Vincent will receive $4.5 million in funding as one of the North Country’s recipients of NY Forward funding!

Find out more about the Cape Vincent NYF effort at  www.capevincent-nyforward.com. 

LOCAL PLANNING COMMITTEE

The Local Planning Committee (LPC) includes local and regional leaders, stakeholders, and community representatives. Mayor Jerry Golden and Erika Flint of the North Country Regional Economic Development Council are the Cape Vincent LPC Co-Chairs.

  • Mayor Jerry Golden
  • Erika Flint
  • Michael Bashaw
  • Elisabeth Brennan
  • Susan Castle
  • Michael Chavoustie
  • Marty Mason
  • Christine Stark

VILLAGE OF CAPE VINCENT NYF BOUNDARY

The NY Forward boundary in Cape Vincent is formed by Market Street, on its western edge, extending along the Broadway/NY-12E corridor to the east as far as Esselstyne Street. The boundary stretches northward along Market Street and Esselstyne Street as far as the St. Lawrence River.

CAPE VINCENT NYF GOALS

All-Season Destination: Build on Cape Vincent’s reputation as a walkable first-class destination for recreation, cultural events and the arts.

Welcoming Gateways: Bolster a strong sense of place in Cape Vincent by enhancing land and water entry points to the community.

Quality of Life: Encourage future business growth to expand the range of services, amenities, and employment opportunities available to current and prospective community members, while maintaining the atmosphere and charm that make Cape Vincent a great place to live.

Natural Environment: Celebrate Cape Vincent’s unique location on the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario, ensuring the sustainability of those and other important environmental resources that provide the foundation for local life and the economy.


Project Selection

A Call for Projects was issued in June 2023. A total of 25 projects were received for consideration. Through a series of LPC meetings, public engagement, and rigorous project evaluation, the LPC has identified 13 projects for potential recommendation for NYF funding. Several factors are taken into consideration, including but not limited to: consistency with NYF goals, project readiness, sponsor capacity, leveraged funds, and transformative potential.


Project Gallery - Tour Map

The purpose of the Online Project Gallery is to present a proposed slate of projects to be recommended for funding through the New York Forward (NYF) program.

Scroll down to view the projects on the tour map below! Click on a specific project to jump to information about that project or continue scrolling to view information for each project in the tour. To see the full list of projects, select "Proposed Projects Summary" from the above menu.

The projects presented on the tour map are in no particular order and are not ranked. The project placement in the Project Gallery Tour Map is to replicate a virtual guided tour of the Downtown.

*The following map may take time to load on slow internet connections. Thank you for your patience!

Enhance Downtown Streetscape - Broadway

Project Location: Broadway Street between Market and Esselstyne Streets

Improvements to Cup of Joy

Project Location: 288 East Broadway Street

Rehabilitate Twist of Cape Building

Project Location: 296 East Broadway Street

Expand and Renovate Cape Vincent Brewing Building

Project Location: 126 South James Street

French Towne Market Improvements

Project Location: 342 East Broadway St.

Cape Vincent Post Office Improvements

Project Location: 362 East Broadway Street

Chateau Building Improvements

Project Location: 111 Esselstyne Street

Upgrade Veterans Memorial

Project Location: Esselstyne Street, between Broadway and Gouvello Street

Revitalize Club Street

Project Location: Multiple Properties along Club Street

Enhance Downtown Streetscape - Club Street

Project Location: Club Street between Gouvello and James St.

Extend Cape Vincent’s Welcome - Ferry Landing

Project Location: Ferry Landing

Park Improvements to Village Green

Project Location: 319 East Broadway Street

Small Project Fund

Project Location: Within NYF Boundary

Enhance Downtown Streetscape - Broadway

Project Location: Broadway Street between Market and Esselstyne Streets

Project Sponsor: Village of Cape Vincent

Total NYF Funds: $3,890,170

Total Project Cost: $3,890,170

Enhancements to downtown Broadway Street corridor within the NYF Study Area to create a distinctive, cohesive, and welcoming atmosphere.

Improvements to Cup of Joy

Project Location: 288 East Broadway Street

Project Sponsor: Our Cup of Joy, Inc.; Amanda Derouchie and Michael Chavoustie

Total NYF Funds: $ 74,000

Total Project Cost: $88,000

Construction of new, ADA-accessible outdoor seating area; installation of new, ADA-accessible steps and ramp; structural repairs; new, energy-efficient doors; façade enhancement

Rehabilitate Twist of Cape Building

Project Location: 296 East Broadway Street

Project Sponsor: Twist of Cape; Lynne Hoover

Total NYF Funds: $132, 615

Total Project Cost: $165,769

Upgrades to allow for expansion of ice cream parlor into entire bottom floor; addition of restroom for staff; upgrade stairs to basement and second floor; façade improvements; and install new insulation, doors, and windows.

Expand and Renovate Cape Vincent Brewing Building

Project Location: 126 South James Street

Project Sponsor: Cape Vincent Brewing Co., Inc.; Laurie Hanna and Roland Sherman

Total NYF Funds: $195,675

Total Project Cost: $245,675

Construction of 320 sf. addition in rear plus upgrades to the exterior of the building; new doors and windows to improve energy efficiency; and chimney/furnace upgrades.

French Towne Market Improvements

Project Location: 342 East Broadway St.

Project Sponsor: French Towne Market; Joe Chavoustie and Michael Chavoustie

Total NYF Funds: $135,405

Total Project Cost: $244,100

Façade enhancement; installation of six new upstairs windows; re-sealing downstairs windows and doors; installation of 49.7 kW roof-mounted PV energy system; purchase and installation of new refrigeration and freezer equipment.

Cape Vincent Post Office Improvements

Project Location: 362 East Broadway Street

Project Sponsor: Steven and Trudy Hall

Total NYF Funds: $73,156

Total Project Cost: $91,455

Upgrade ADA-compliant ramp for patrons; new commercial entry door; new heat pump and LED lighting installation; landscaping; signage; roof and façade improvements.

Chateau Building Improvements

Project Location: 111 Esselstyne Street

Project Sponsor: Chateau; Susan Castle, Dean White, Kate Castle

Total NYF Funds: $234,500

Total Project Cost: $264,500

Construction of new storage building for stock; installation of restroom facility; HVAC installation; ADA-accessibility features; roof repairs; façade and streetscape enhancement.

Upgrade Veterans Memorial

Project Location: Esselstyne Street, between Broadway and Gouvello Street

Project Sponsor: Sons of American Legion/American Legion; Robert Curtis; Joe Chavoustie

Total NYF Funds: $130,000

Total Cost: $140,000

Upgrades to lighting, curbing, and flag pole; addition of engraved pavers to honor war veterans.

Revitalize Club Street

Project Location: Multiple Properties along Club Street

Project Sponsor: Town of Cape Vincent; Marty Mason, Scott Burto

Total NYF Funds: $850,000

Total Project Cost: $1,100,000

Pedestrian enhancements including new walkways, installation of playground, seating, water feature, public restrooms, and landscaping.

Enhance Downtown Streetscape - Club Street

Project Location: Club Street between Gouvello and James St.

Project Sponsor: Village of Cape Vincent

Total NYF Funds: $1,154,945

Total Project Cost: $1,154,945

Improvements to Club Street corridor to create a welcoming pedestrian-friendly zone. Proposed elements include distinctive road surface and removable bollards to create cohesive access to the waterfront.

Extend Cape Vincent’s Welcome - Ferry Landing

Project Location: Ferry Landing

Project Sponsor: Village of Cape Vincent

Total NYF Funds: $319,000

Total Project Cost: $319,000

Enhance international ferry landing to improve the user experience by installing a covered area for cyclists/ferry travelers; road surface/signage improvements; landscaping upgrades.

Park Improvements to Village Green

Project Location: 319 East Broadway Street

Project Sponsor: Cape Vincent Village Green, Inc.; Michael Mahrer, Thomas Row, Michelle Bouchard

Total NYF Funds: $60,600

Total Project Cost: $70,600

Restore and upgrade performance platform; install new lamp posts; addition of new walls and flower beds; replace aging benches.

Small Project Fund

Project Location: Within NYF Boundary

Project Sponsor: Village of Cape Vincent

Total NYF Funds: $300,000

Total Project Cost: $300,000

A locally-managed matching fund to undertake a range of smaller projects such as façade enhancements, building renovation improvements to commercial or mixed-use spaces, business assistance, or public art.

Community Feedback

Members of the public are invited to provide input on these proposed projects via the Project Questionnaire. Additional public feedback is always welcome through the comment form, available at  www.capevincent-nyforward.com