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The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Robert Corradino and representatives from the City of Oswego, Constellation Energy representatives, and the SUNY Oswego Arts Department joined together to showcase one of the brand-new signs that are displayed throughout the community for Project Bloom.
Project Bloom is a community beautification initiative that brings large, colorful flowers to Oswego County's downtown areas, businesses and city parks. The goal of the campaign is to maintain Oswego County as an attractive and welcoming place for visitors and as a hometown to be proud of. 2025 included 160 large planters throughout Fulton downtown business’ and along Bridge Street in Oswego and over 1,000 flowers planted at parks and welcome signs in both communities. It is made possible through partnerships with the City of Oswego and Fulton along with sponsorships and countless volunteers. Constellation Energy has been the presenting sponsor of Project Bloom for many years, making it possible to continue to grow and expand the program.
“Constellation’s Project Bloom sponsorship isn’t just about beautifying our community; it’s about nurturing a greener, healthier environment for all. By supporting eco-friendly public spaces, we are not only enhancing the aesthetic appeal of our surroundings but also fostering a sense of pride and unity among residents” Maria Hudson, Government Affairs Manager at Constellation Clean Energy Center.
This year, the GOFCC also sought to refurbish signage and expand the project, requiring increased support and collaboration with community partners. SUNY Oswego Arts Department professor Cynthia Clabough, along with a team of Graphic Design students, worked on these designs as a semester project. Each student created a separate design which was then sent off to print on aluminum signage to be displayed throughout the city, where they will remain for many years to come.
Not pictured above, Austin Davis of Davis Contracting, volunteered his personal time to build and install the signs in the City of Oswego at four different locations. Pictured is the sign that stands at Veterans Memorial Park in Oswego, but there are three other signs as well that were replaced. The Oswego Rotary Club also volunteers countless hours to planting and maintaining the flower beds across from St. Lukes in Oswego. This community initiative perfectly highlights the collaboration across this community and is truly about so much more than pretty flowers.
“The GOFCC, by CenterState, is proud to continue this longstanding initiative. We are so grateful to have the support of Mayor Corradino and Mayor Rice in the cities of Oswego and Fulton along with our longstanding sponsors and business partners, especially our presenting sponsor Constellation. This year was especially rewarding to be able to replace the old, dilapidated signs that used to hang. As an Oswego County native, I am always happy to be able to give back to my community.” Taylor Davis, Member Engagement and Operations Manager at the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce by CenterState.
