Pulaski DRI Project Feedback Form

Background: New York State has awarded $10 million to the Village of Pulaski through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). The funds will be awarded to eligible public, private, and nonprofit projects that have the highest potential to transform downtown Pulaski. An Open Call for Projects was held between July 2 and August 1, 2025, to receive proposals from project sponsors. The Village’s Local Planning Committee (LPC) is currently evaluating these proposals and looking for input from the public on each project submitted for funding consideration. The LPC will submit its final funding recommendations to New York State in November as part of a Strategic Investment Plan. The Pulaski LPC invites the public to help inform the process by completing this Project Feedback Form.

Instructions: Please review each of the 21 projects on the following pages and let us know what you think. The process should take approximately 25-30 minutes to complete. The order of the projects has been randomized for each respondent. Projects recommended for DRI funding will align with the Vision and Goals for the DRI area, serve as a catalyst for additional investment in the Village, be ready to implement in the near-term, and have a high degree of public support, among other characteristics. Please consider these factors as you review each project.

DRI Vision: Imagine a Village where the charm of yesterday blends seamlessly with the promise of tomorrow. Nestled along the Salmon River and in close proximity to Lake Ontario, Pulaski is a four-season destination, providing enhanced quality of life for every resident while extending a warm welcome to visitors and future neighbors. Our historic downtown flourishes with commercial and hospitality venues, vibrant art and entertainment, and inviting public spaces that offer essential community services and delightful experiences. Our diverse and affordable housing options, high-quality schools, exciting variety of businesses, parks, and multi-season recreational opportunities meet the needs of growing families and enable aging in place to preserve the close-knit community character that makes Pulaski so special. Our revitalized streetscapes, strengthened infrastructure, and world-class hospitality reflect our commitment to thoughtful progress. Through balanced job creation, forward-thinking community investment, and inclusive growth, the Village of Pulaski is not just a place to live – it’s a place to grow, connect, and truly call home.

Expand and Diversify Housing Options: Develop a range of housing solutions through the adaptive reuse of existing buildings to provide a range of quality, affordable housing options that support Pulaski community members with a diversity of needs and life stages, attract new residents to the village, and create sustainable community growth.

Enhance Public Spaces and Infrastructure: Invest in the modernization of streetscapes, parks, and waterfront areas to create safe, accessible, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing environments that encourage community engagement and outdoor recreation.

Stimulate Economic Development and Job Creation: Support local entrepreneurs and attract new businesses by providing resources and incentives, creating sustainable, year-round employment opportunities, and fostering a dynamic downtown economy welcoming to all.

Preserve Cultural Heritage and Promote Tourism: Leverage Pulaski's unique history and natural assets to boost tourism, including the development of cultural attractions and events that celebrate the village's identity and entice locals and visitors to come downtown all year long.