Alerts

ROAD RESURFACING PROJECTS!

 Paving Operations will begin at 7:00am on Monday, June 22, 2026.The roads will be paved in the following order:College Avenue, Kennedy Avenue, Erin Avenue, Dennis Avenue, Concord Avenue, Lexington Avenue & Hillcrest AvenuePaving operations will continue Monday thru Friday, 7:00am to 7:00pm until all the roads listed above have been paved.Please use caution and follow directions of the flag persons!NO TRAFFIC will be allowed on new asphalt for a minimum of 3 hours.  Please make prior arrangements, such as parking on a side street, if you are going to need to leave your driveway during this time period.  Please check with a flag person prior to walking or crossing the fresh asphalt.

City Beach opens for the 2026 season - Friday May 22nd!

The City Beach will open on Friday, May 22 thru Monday, September 7th for the 2026 season.Please see notice from the National Weather Service on Monday, May 18, 2026:..National Weather Service Cold Water Safety Message... ...Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities... * The warm air temperatures in the lower 80s today may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the lower 30s across Lake Champlain, and in the lower 30s in the regions smaller lakes and rivers. * The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life jacket! * Strong winds are also expected today with gusts up to 25 mph from the south. If boating on large bodies of water, these strong winds can increase the likelihood of overturning your boat, canoe or kayak due to increased wave heights.For Beach information - 518-563-7642

Mayor addresses NYPA electric rate increase impacting Plattsburgh residents

 For Immediate Release:March 20, 2026Plattsburgh, New York518-563-7701  Mayor addresses NYPA electric rate increase impacting Plattsburgh residents PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Mayor Hughes today issued the following statement regarding the recent decision by the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to increase hydropower rates supplied to municipal utilities:“The City of Plattsburgh has long benefited from some of the lowest electric rates in New York due to our access to clean hydropower. However, NYPA’s approved rate increases will have a direct impact on our municipal electric system and, ultimately, on our residents and businesses.”A much larger increase was averted last year when the Governor stopped the proposed rate increase. The increase came about when the debt service increased to over 25 million dollars and  recently topped 51 million dollars. As part of this agreement this debt has been forgiven.NYPA recently approved a phased increase in its “preference power” rates, which supply public power systems like Plattsburgh’s. The increases are scheduled to begin in 2026 and continue gradually over six years.“We understand that any increase in utility costs places added pressure on families—especially at a time when affordability remains a top concern across the North Country.”Local and regional officials have consistently highlighted rising energy costs as a major issue for residents, with affordability cited as a key concern in recent public forums.The Mayor emphasized that the City will work to minimize impacts where possible:“Our Municipal Lighting Department will carefully evaluate how these changes affect our rates and will continue to prioritize reliability, transparency, and cost control. We are committed to keeping Plattsburgh’s electric service among the most affordable in the state.”The City also plans to:Monitor NYPA rate adjustments and long-term impactsAdvocate for policies that protect municipal power customersProvide updates to residents as more information becomes available“We will continue to advocate at the state level to ensure that Plattsburgh will not be disproportionately impacted by rising energy costs but this deal does solidify our Preferential Hydro power till 2040 and insures clarity and limits for future rate increases. ”  Wendell K HughesMayor, City of Plattsburgh Example of Proposed NYPA Hydroelectric Rate Increase City of Plattsburgh March 2026 view here 

City of Plattsburgh residents seeking assistance with paying their electric bills

Please find the attached list of resources for City of Plattsburgh residents seeking assistance with paying their electric bills.View resource list here.