- Town/Village Live Edge Plow Technology as a part of the Ausable River Association's Salt Reduction Initiative
- Participation in the Ausable River Association's Watershed Management Plan
- The Appearance Committee partnered with student groups from Clarkson University to create the Mirror Lake Waterfront Master Plan, which calls for the replacement of the old beach dock with a new one that does not drop foam; the installation of natural retaining walls to replace the existing, deteriorating ones; landscaping with native plants to create pollinator friendly environments; and designated boat launch areas to reduce shoreline erosion
- Land Use Code recommendations and zoning for the protection of natural areas
- Comprehensive Plan with sustainability elements
- Lake Placid Climate Smart Communities Bronze Certification
- Lake Placid Clean Energy Communities Certification
- North Elba and Lake Placid LEED (Leadership for Energy & Environmental Design) Gold Certification
The Development Commission is always interested in finding ways to collaborate on or facilitate projects that relate to the Comprehensive Plan. Please contact hbreen@northelba.org with any questions, ideas, or inquiries.