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City Council approves scoping document GEIS to move forward for DRI By Sarah Elizabeth Morris STAFF WRITER
PLATTSBURGH | The City of Plattsburgh Common Council approved the final scoping document for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). The document lays out what needs to be reviewed during the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for all the projects to take place downtown. A public hearing was held on the scoping first draft on Aug. 22 before the scheduled city council meeting. Not many people came up to make suggestions on what can be added changed, but one of the commenters was city planning board member Curt Gervich, who requested more alternatives to the Durkee project. This was not changed for the final draft, however, and the alternatives to the Prime Companies multi-use building remain “no alternatives,” and a multi-story parking garage. According to Attorney Mark Schachner, who was there during the session to represent the city, said the GEIS, which covers the projects as a whole, is a very responsible move for Plattsburgh. This move makes it possible for Chazen, the company working on the GEIS, to find any environmental impacts between the projects themselves. The final draft of the scoping document was voted on at the city council meeting Sept. 5. Before discussion, Attorney Matthew F. Fuller claimed the city council was breaking the law by moving forward with the Durkee Lot project. See SCOPING DOCUMENT » pg. 7
Farmers and Crafters Market to move to harborside Artist rendition: An artist’s rendition of the possible spot for the farmer’s market has been posted online. The sketch shows what the location will look like after being renovated. Photo provided by artist
MLD building being considered for farmer’s market location By Sarah Elizabeth Morris STAFF WRITER
PLATTSBURGH | As part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), the City of Plattsburgh is planning on moving
the Farmers and Crafters Market. Currently, the market is located at the Durkee Street Lot downtown; however, due to the upcoming Prime Companies LLC multi-use building to be constructed in spring, the market is planning on being moved. Originally, it was suggested that the farmer’s market will be moved to the harborside to a newly constructed building to specifically hold the market. Recently, though, there has been talk of taking over a vacated Municipal Lighting Department building on Green Street, close to the Marina. See FARMERS MARKET » pg. 7
Animal control bill passed Law to decrease feral cat population in city By Sarah Elizabeth Morris STAFF WRITER
City colonies: Trap, neuter and release programs around the city shelters and feeds feral cats. The new “Dogs and Cats at Large” will not affect these programs, which include the Newman Center, where this cat resides. Photo by Sarah Elizabeth Morris
PLATTSBURGH | The City of Plattsburgh Common Council passed the recently updated “Dogs and Cats at Large” bill, introduced by Councilor Peter Ensel last month. The bill was one of many in the past years to face the council in an attempt to reduce the population of feral cats in the city. The “Dogs and Cats at Large” bill was reviewed the week before, at a public session before the city council meeting on Aug. 29. The main concern for those who do not support the bill was a section of the proposed law that suggested whoever knowingly feeds a stray animal, they are the assumed owner. Though this section was originally intended to hold parties responsible for the abandonment or destruction of others’ property, it was updated
to be less harsh on citizens that feed strays. Councilor Jeff Moore was still hesitant about this, reading a letter sent to him from a citizen. “Assigning ownership to feral cats to the humanitarians who assist in the TNR programs just because they trap, sterilize, vaccinate and feed these cats is misguided,” Councilor Moore said. Councilor Ensel did explain the different wording in the new draft of the bill. Rather than being held responsible for simply feeding cats, the bill was reworded to be more specific to those who regularly feed and control the animal on their property. This does not affect the trap, neuter and release programs that run around the city, according to the council. “Those who provide food to the feral colonies would not be the presumed owner, so long as those colonies are not located on the person’s property,” Councilor Ensel assured. “The changes being proposed are expected to happen complaint-driven enforcement.” See ANIMAL BILL » pg. 7
Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) hosts “TALK” Events held for Suicide Awareness Month By Sarah Elizabeth Morris STAFF WRITER
CLINTON COUNTY | September is suicide awareness month. Clinton County is hosting multiple lectures and events through multiple sources to raise awareness of suicide prevention, end the stigma of mental illness and learning to cope after losing a loved one to suicide. Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) held suicide prevention training at the government center on Sept. 4. The event, called suicideTALK, was put on by Director of BHSN Employee Assistance Services Bonnie Black and focused on the things everyday people can do to help those with suicidal thoughts or tendencies using the “TALK” tactic. “Many people ask the question - should I talk about suicide?” Black said. “Why don’t people talk about suicide?”
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Raising awareness: BHSN hosted a suicide awareness event at the Government Center. The event went through a variety of topics, but focused on the evidence-based “TALK” program. Photo by Sarah Elizabeth Morris
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Due to stigma and shame built over the past years, some people may be embarrassed or hesitant with sharing. This is why the “TALK” tactic is encouraged for all. This tactic is a list of what to do if you or someone you know is suicidal, or dealing with mental illnesses. The first of this list is “Tell.” It is important to tell a trusted friend or loved one about any suicidal thoughts you are having. A place such as home or a doctors office is an example of a safe place to talk to those you trust and professionals. Just as important as talking is being comfortable with the surroundings, and feeling as if it is a safe space. According to Living Works Education, “finding informal support and professional treatment for those with mental disorders will enhance their well-being, strengthen life links and help them deal with problems in living.” “Ask” is the next important step in finding help and spreading awareness. By asking questions about mental health and treatments, it becomes more normal to talk about. Opening up is not only important for professionals to further help, but also for those at risk to find the right treatment for them.