Accessibility Concerns Raised During Ongoing Construction in Catskill, NY

Construction on Main Street in Catskill, New York, has been ongoing since May 2025, involving both water system upgrades and streetscape revitalization. Concerns have been raised regarding whether new sidewalks meet the height of existing entrances and driveways, as well as procedures for business deliveries during roadwork. During the construction period, an electric chair experienced an accessibility issue, which was reportedly addressed the following morning. President Natasha Law stated that she had not received any complaints directly from an individual with accessibility disabilities.

The issues relate to the village's long-standing liability regarding infrastructure and ADA compliance. An expert noted that the specific incident was not in compliance with the ADA. The village leadership acknowledged past liability issues related to sidewalks.