New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton will join DEC Regional Director Joe Zalewski, grant recipients, and local leaders to announce new grant awards for Smart Growth initiatives in the Adirondack Park. The Smart Growth program supports projects that foster sustainable development, environmental protection, and the long-term wellbeing of Park communities. 

WHO: DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton, DEC Regional Director Joe Zalewski, State and local leaders and community partners. 

WHEN: TODAY, Wednesday, March 11, at 1:30 p.m.   

WHERE: Essex Food Hub: 6700 Main St., Westport, NY 12993 (*event will take place inside the retail market) 

Note: Parking at the site will be limited. Additional parking is available in the county lot adjacent to the Essex Food Hub.