Albany, New York

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Tasación e Impuestos discutirá el Memorando de Intención del Presupuesto 2026, la documentación de las solicitudes presupuestarias para el FY2027 y la planificación fiscal para el FY2027. No se enumeran montos en dólares ni propuestas de proyectos específicos; la reunión se centra en la revisión presupuestaria preliminar y la planificación.

• Revisión del Memorando de Intención del Presupuesto 2026
• Discusión de la Documentación de Solicitudes Presupuestarias para el FY2027
• Planificación Fiscal para el FY2027

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The Accessory Entertainment Committee will review an application for an accessory entertainment license submitted by One More Chance, LLC d-b-a Elevate, located at 69 North Pearl St. Residents may submit written comments by Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Comments will be distributed to each committee member.

• Accessory Entertainment License Application by One More Chance, LLC d-b-a Elevate
• Business address: 69 North Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207
• Applicant: Carlos Montes
• Public comment deadline: July 29, 2026, 11:59 pm
• Comments to be sent to the Accessory Entertainment Committee (email: [email protected])

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee is reviewing two mayoral appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Both proposed terms are set to expire on December 31, 2029.

• Resolution 78.72.26R: Re-appointment of Serena White-Lake to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Resolution 79.72.26R: Appointment of Celeste Knight to the Board of Zoning Appeals

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos recibirá una presentación sobre la actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero. Analizarán las tendencias presupuestarias del FY2026 y las implicaciones para el FY2027, así como la documentación para las solicitudes presupuestarias del FY2027. La reunión incluye un período de comentarios públicos.

• Presentación – Actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero
• Tendencias Presupuestarias del FY2026 – Implicaciones para el FY2027
• Documentación de Solicitudes Presupuestarias del FY2027
• Período de comentarios públicos disponible en persona y en línea

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos recibirá una actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero de la ciudad. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la sesión es informativa y se permiten comentarios del público.

• Presentación – Actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

La Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educativo y Gubernamental (PEGAOB) se reúne para una sesión rutinaria. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios del público e informes del tesorero, el presidente y el coordinador del estudio. No se enumeran decisiones específicas, contratos ni cambios de política para discusión o votación.

• Aprobación de las actas del 10 de junio de 2026
• Informe del Tesorero
• Informe del Presidente
• Informe del Coordinador del Estudio

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment will consider transferring $252,700 between city accounts to cover equipment costs, operational needs, and future invoices. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at City Hall.

• Transfer $12,000 for Hurb landscaping invoice
• Transfer $10,000 for Albany West Community Center gym equipment
• Transfer $130,000 for Water Purification supplies
• Transfer $50,000 for Special Items contingency
• Transfer $30,000 for Admin Temporary Help

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

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Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss prospective applicants for the Community Police Review Board. Members will also view a training and graduation video from the Albany Police Department.

• Discussion on Community Police Review Board applicants
• Viewing of Albany Police Department Session 14 Training/Graduation Video

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos revisará el Memorando de Intención del Presupuesto 2026 y comenzará la planificación fiscal para el FY2027. Hay un período de comentarios públicos disponible.

• Revisión del Memorando de Intención del Presupuesto 2026
• Planificación fiscal para el FY2027
• Período de comentarios públicos ofrecido en persona y en línea

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Common Council is reviewing several local laws, including proposals to establish ranked choice voting for city elections. The agenda also includes discussions on financial reporting requirements, street grants, and zoning appointments.

• Local Law establishing ranked choice voting for primary and general elections
• Ordinance establishing an Albany Youth Safety and Support Hours program
• Ordinance permitting battery energy storage systems
• Ordinance restricting commercial vehicle parking to two per block per household or business
• Ordinance authorizing the lease of 239 Second Avenue to Sprintcom LLC

The July 15 caucus meeting included agenda discussion, presentations on grant‑funded projects, and remarks on upcoming ordinances. No substantive resolutions or ordinances were voted on. The meeting was adjourned at 6:04 PM by a motion that passed by voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

El Grupo de Trabajo sobre la Bandera Municipal llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria en el Ayuntamiento. Los puntos incluyen la discusión sobre la implementación del sitio web, paquetes de marketing de divulgación y una propuesta para permitir que los votantes residentes elegibles tengan un voto por día calendario. No hay votos ni decisiones vinculantes programadas; todos los puntos son solo para discusión.

• Discusión sobre la implementación del sitio web para información relacionada con la bandera
• Discusión sobre los paquetes de divulgación para el marketing del proceso de la bandera
• Discusión sobre la propuesta de que los votantes residentes elegibles puedan emitir un voto por día calendario
• Discusión sobre un cronograma de proyecto para el diseño y selección de la bandera

The Task Force approved minutes from May and June meetings and established a rule that voters may cast only one vote per calendar day. Members discussed various website solutions, including an AI-built option costing $4,000, and reviewed potential signage costs.

• Approved May 11th and June 8th meeting minutes
• Approved rule that voters can cast no more than one vote per calendar day
• Tabled discussion on adding existing flag facts to the website until next meeting

Community Police Review Board

The Board approved various complaint findings, including multiple exonerations and one sustained conduct standard allegation. All old business was postponed until all nine board seats are filled. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters.

• Approved May 14, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 11, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved findings for CC2024-049 (5-0)
• Approved findings for CC2025-041 (5-0)
• Approved findings for CC2026-001 (5-0)
• Approved findings for CC2026-006 (5-0)
• Approved findings for CC2026-010 (5-0)
• Approved findings for CC2026-011 (5-0)

Historic Resources Commission

La Comisión de Recursos Históricos llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una reunión para discutir dos puntos. Una audiencia pública decidirá un Certificado de Apropiación para un mural de 1,600 sq ft en la elevación oeste de 39 S Ferry Street. Adicionalmente, los asuntos nuevos incluyen una presentación sobre el salvamento y almacenamiento de una cornisa en 45 Second Avenue en el Distrito Histórico South End-Groesbeckville.

• Certificado de Apropiación para un mural de 1,600 sq ft en 39 S Ferry Street, solicitante Tony Iadicicco (Albany Center Gallery)
• Presentación sobre el salvamento y almacenamiento de la cornisa en 45 Second Avenue, solicitantes Jason Chicoine y Lynette Tarrats (Albany County Land Bank Corporation)

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre seis solicitudes de variación de Arrowhead Estates Inc. para convertir espacio de oficinas en apartamentos residenciales en 295-307 Hamilton Street. El solicitante busca la aprobación de tamaños promedio de unidades de vivienda que oscilan entre 483 y 732 pies cuadrados, por debajo del mínimo de 750 pies cuadrados requerido en el distrito Mixed-Use, Neighborhood Edge. Se recibirán comentarios del público durante la reunión.

• Solicitud de variación para 307 Hamilton Street para permitir una unidad promedio de 732.5 SF (mínimo 750 SF)
• Solicitud de variación para 305 Hamilton Street para permitir una unidad promedio de 681.67 SF
• Solicitud de variación para 301 Hamilton Street para permitir una unidad promedio de 700 SF
• Solicitud de variación para 299 Hamilton Street para permitir una unidad promedio de 578.75 SF
• Solicitudes de variación para 297 y 295 Hamilton Street para permitir unidades promedio de 483.33 y 488.33 SF

The Board of Zoning Appeals tabled six variance applications regarding office-to-residential conversions on Hamilton Street. The board also elected Adriana Le Blan-Jeffrey as Vice Chair.

• Elected Adriana Le Blan-Jeffrey as Vice Chair (3-0-0)
• Tabled AV-2026-6 at 307 Hamilton Street
• Tabled AV-2026-8 at 305 Hamilton Street
• Tabled AV-2026-9 at 301 Hamilton Street
• Tabled AV-2026-10 at 299 Hamilton Street
• Tabled AV-2026-11 at 297 Hamilton Street
• Tabled AV-2026-12 at 295 Hamilton Street

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment is considering several 2026 budget transfers. The largest is a $750,500 shift from APD and Fire insurance accounts to a Special Items account. Other transfers include $287,667 for police equipment grants, $5,000 for police CIU electronics, and $40,000 for golf cart leases for General Services.

• $750,500 transfer from APD and Fire insurance to Special Items insurance
• $287,667 transfer from APD Tech Contracted Services to equipment lines for grant funds
• $5,000 transfer from Police CIU Other Equipment to Supplies and Materials
• $40,000 transfer from General Services Contracted Services to golf cart leases

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment approved multiple budget transfers totaling $1,073,167. These actions reallocated funds for insurance payments, police department electronics and grant funds, and golf cart leases.

• Approved $750,500 transfer for insurance coverage (APD Topline and Fire)
• Approved $5,000 transfer for Police Department CIU equipment and supplies
• Approved $287,667 transfer for Police Department grant funds and equipment
• Approved $40,000 transfer for Department of General Services golf cart leases

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

Law, Buildings and Code Enforcement Committee

El Comité de Leyes, Edificios y Cumplimiento Regulatorio discutirá actualizaciones del Departamento de Edificios y Cumplimiento Regulatorio. El comité también revisará la Ley Local K de 2026, que agregaría el Capítulo 75 al Código de la Ciudad de Albany para crear una Política de Datos Abiertos. Esta legislación exigiría que la ciudad designara un Oficial de Datos, formara un Equipo de Gestión de Datos Abiertos y publicara registros públicos en un portal en línea. Una memoria de apoyo señala que la medida tiene como objetivo mejorar la transparencia y reducir la carga administrativa de las solicitudes de registros públicos, con un impacto fiscal mínimo.

• Actualizaciones del Departamento de Edificios y Cumplimiento Regulatorio
• Ley Local K de 2026 que agrega el Capítulo 75 (Política de Datos Abiertos) al Código de la Ciudad
• Designación de un Oficial de Datos y formación de un Equipo de Gestión de Datos Abiertos
• Exigencia de un informe anual de datos abiertos presentado antes del 1 de septiembre
• Período de comentarios públicos abiertos para presentaciones presenciales, en línea o por escrito

The committee received updates on Residential Occupancy Permit compliance and discussed Local Law K of 2026, which would create a city open data portal. These items affect landlords tracking permit renewals and residents accessing public records. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote at 7:12 PM.

• Adjourned by voice vote at 7:12 PM

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Asignación discutirá y posiblemente aprobará una transferencia presupuestaria de $750,500 desde las cuentas de seguros de APD y Fire a una cuenta de Special Items. La transferencia es necesaria debido a que los pagos de seguros aún se están procesando a través de Special Items a pesar de las estructuras actualizadas del libro mayor general. Este es el único punto sustantivo de la agenda.

• Propuesta de transferencia de $375,300 de APD Topline Insurance y $375,200 de Fire Insurance a Special Items Insurance, sumando un total de $750,500

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre un permiso de uso condicional para convertir una casa adosada de dos unidades en tres unidades en 369 Madison Avenue. La junta también discutirá una expansión del estacionamiento en 10 Corporate Woods Drive, pero no se espera ninguna acción sobre ese punto.

• Permiso de uso condicional para 369 Madison Ave para agregar una tercera unidad de vivienda a una casa adosada existente (CUP-2026-12)
• Expansión del estacionamiento en 10 Corporate Woods Drive agregando aproximadamente 113 espacios para el edificio de oficinas de NYSTRS (DPR-2026-22)
• Las mejoras del sitio incluyen el rediseño de paisajismo y de aguas pluviales para el proyecto del estacionamiento
• También se proponen renovaciones interiores al edificio existente en 10 Corporate Woods Drive

The Board approved a conditional use permit to increase the number of dwelling units at 369 Madison Avenue from two to three. A proposal to expand a parking lot at 10 Corporate Woods Drive was deferred. The Board also authorized the Chief Planning Official to sign final plan sets that staff certify as conforming.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-2026-12 for 369 Madison Avenue to convert two dwelling units to three (3-0-0)
• Deferred Development Plan Review DPR-2026-22 for parking expansion at 10 Corporate Woods Drive until Department comments are addressed (3-0-0)
• Approved motion to designate Chief Planning Official to affix final signature and stamp to certified conforming plan sets (3-0-0)

Contract & Supply

The Albany Board of Contract and Supply met on July 7, 2026 and unanimously adopted several resolutions. It authorized the city to advertise for bids on storm water management and surface stabilization work and on Albany Police Department print and mail services. It approved a series of contract price adjustments for Albany Water Board projects, including a $22,051.81 decrease for the Feura Bush water fluoridation contract and a $422,102.59 increase for the Manning Blvd Complete Streets and lead service replacement contract. All resolutions were adopted with a 4‑0 vote.

• Advertise bids for Storm Water Management & Surface Stabilization (5% bid deposit required; proposals due Aug 4, 2026)
• Advertise bids for Albany Police Department Print & Mail Services (no bid deposit; proposals due July 21, 2026)
• Decrease contract price for Feura Bush WFP – Fluoridation – General (Gallo Construction Corp.) from $1,242,300.00 to $1,220,248.19 (decrease $22,051.81)
• Increase contract price for Manning Blvd Complete Streets and Lead Service Replacement (New Castle Paving) from $639,811.45 to $1,061,914.04 (increase $422,102.59)
• Increase contract price for Feura Bush WFP – Fluoridation – General (Gallo Construction Corp.) from $1,220,248.19 to $1,256,147.22 (increase $35,899.03)

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

El Comité de Planificación, Desarrollo Económico y Uso de la Tierra discutirá una presentación de la Comisión de Sostenibilidad y votará sobre resoluciones para renombra a Daniel Kirk-Davidoff y Andre Lake a mandatos de tres años en la Comisión de Sostenibilidad. No se señala impacto fiscal.

• Introducción y presentación de la Comisión de Sostenibilidad
• Resolución 62.62.26R renombra a Daniel Kirk-Davidoff a la Comisión de Sostenibilidad (el mandato expira el 30 de junio de 2029)
• Resolución 63.62.26R renombra a Andre Lake a la Comisión de Sostenibilidad (el mandato expira el 30 de junio de 2029)
• Periodo de comentarios públicos disponible

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee approved Resolution 62.62.26R to reappoint Daniel Kirk‑Davidoff to the Sustainability Commission. It also approved Resolution 63.62.26R to reappoint Andre Lake to the same commission. Both resolutions received a positive recommendation and were passed by voice vote. The committee then moved to adjourn, which also passed by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 62.62.26R reappointing Daniel Kirk‑Davidoff (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 63.62.26R reappointing Andre Lake (voice vote)
• Moved to adjourn meeting (voice vote)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo Común de Albany llevará a cabo un caucus y una reunión regular el 6 de julio de 2026. La agenda enumera varios puntos, incluyendo una ley local que enmienda el Capítulo 99 y una resolución para un Commissioner of Deeds. Sin embargo, la agenda es principalmente procedimental, enumerando nombres de archivos sin descripciones detalladas. El concejo también considerará legislación presentada previamente y una resolución de consentimiento mayoritario.

• Local Law L of 2026 (Brodie) que enmienda el Capítulo 99
• Resolución 72.71.26R (MC) por John H. Rosenzweig
• Resolución de Commissioner of Deeds para 2025-2026
• Legislación activa presentada previamente
• Legislación de apoyo presentada por primera vez

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo considerará varias leyes locales y ordenanzas, incluyendo una nueva exención del impuesto sobre la propiedad para veteranos discapacitados, revisiones a las reglas de transferencia presupuestaria y una ordenanza que permite el uso de pesticidas en propiedades de la ciudad. El cambio de nombre de calles y los renombramientos de juntas también están en la agenda.

• Ley Local N: exención adicional del impuesto sobre la propiedad para la residencia principal de veteranos discapacitados
• Ley Local I: aclaración y revisión de los requisitos para las transferencias presupuestarias después de la adopción
• Ordenanza 12.72.26: permitiendo el uso de pesticidas en propiedades de la ciudad por parte de empleados municipales
• Resolución 64.62.26R: renombrar una parte de Raymo Street para honrar a Madeline Seel
• Resolución 65.62.26R: renombrar una parte de Franklin Street para honrar al Reverend James U. Smythe, Sr.

The Common Council held a caucus on July 1, 2026, to discuss several upcoming agenda items for the July 6 regular meeting, including Local Law I of 2026 (financial oversight), Local Law N (veterans tax exemption), and others. No votes or formal decisions were taken during the caucus; it was purely a discussion session. The meeting adjourned at 6:23 PM.

• Adjourned caucus at 6:23 PM without objection

Municipal Civil Service Commission

La Comisión Municipal del Servicio Civil de Albany se reunirá para aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior y recibir informes sobre diversos nombramientos (clases competitivas, no competitivas, provisionales, laborales, exentas y no clasificadas), así como no selecciones, descalificaciones, apelaciones y la creación o enmienda de especificaciones de puestos de trabajo. No se enumeran nominados, departamentos ni montos monetarios específicos en la agenda. La reunión es principalmente procedimental, sin decisiones de política sustantivas ni audiencias públicas.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
• Informes sobre nombramientos permanentes en la Clase Competitiva
• Informes sobre nombramientos en las clases No Competitivas, HELPS, Laborales, Exentas y No Clasificadas
• Discusión de no selecciones, descalificaciones y apelaciones
• Consideración de especificaciones de puestos de trabajo nuevas o enmendadas

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos discutirá la Ley Local L para ampliar los requisitos de informes financieros del Tesorero y del Departamento de Servicios Administrativos, y la Ley Local N para otorgar una exención total del impuesto sobre la propiedad a veteranos gravemente discapacitados. También revisarán el presupuesto de la City of Albany para el año fiscal 2026, que incluye una reducción propuesta del 0.5% en la recaudación de impuestos sobre la propiedad ($315,000), y considerarán el Memorando de Intención Presupuestaria de 2026. Se aceptarán comentarios del público.

• Ley Local L: Añade requisitos para el sitio web de la ciudad de un informe mensual de efectivo disponible por el Tesorero, un informe trimestral de subvenciones por el Departamento de Servicios Administrativos y un informe financiero provisional trimestral por el Tesorero.
• Ley Local N: Proporciona exención total del impuesto sobre la propiedad para la residencia principal de veteranos gravemente discapacitados, según lo permitido por la nueva ley estatal.
• Adopción del presupuesto del FY 2026 con una disminución de $315,000 en la recaudación de impuestos sobre la propiedad (0.5%) compensada por recortes de gastos: $100,000 de alumbrado público, $100,000 de ayuda temporal de obras públicas, $50,000 de gastos de vehículos motorizados, etc.
• Revisión del Memorando de Intención Presupuestaria de 2026, un documento de planificación para futuras prioridades presupuestarias.

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee voted to move Local Law N of 2026 out of committee with a positive recommendation, which would create a property tax exemption with no city fiscal impact. It also voted to move Local Law L of 2026 out of committee with a favorable recommendation pending amendment at the July 6 regular meeting, aimed at improving fiscal reporting timelines. The committee discussed the 2027 budget process, potential tax cap override, and the 2026 Budget Intent Memo, but took no final action on those items.

• Moved Local Law N of 2026 (property tax exemption) out of committee with positive recommendation by voice vote
• Moved Local Law L of 2026 (fiscal reporting) out of committee with favorable recommendation pending amendment by voice vote
• Entered executive session for personnel matter by voice vote
• Exited executive session by voice vote
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

Human Resources and Human Rights Committee

El Comité de Recursos Humanos y Derechos Humanos está discutiendo la Ley Local M de 2026, que enmendaría el código de la ciudad para establecer el 31 de diciembre como la fecha uniforme de finalización de mandato para todos los miembros de la Comisión de Derechos Humanos. Actualmente, los mandatos vencen en diversas fechas. La ley también extendería los mandatos de los miembros actuales hasta el próximo 31 de diciembre. Se ha proporcionado un período de comentarios públicos.

• Ley Local M de 2026 para establecer el 31 de diciembre como fecha uniforme de finalización de mandato para los miembros de la Comisión de Derechos Humanos
• Enmienda la Sección 42-362 del Code of the City of Albany
• Extiende los mandatos de los miembros actuales hasta el 31 de diciembre de su año de vencimiento
• Período de comentarios públicos disponible en persona o en línea

The committee passed an ordinance authorizing an easement for a rain garden at 1233 Broadway. The committee discussed a $19.2 million general fund deficit and the City's exhausted debt reserves, with no formal action taken on the budget.

• Passed Ordinance 10.51.26 (easement for 1233 Broadway) by voice vote
• Discussed $19.2M general fund deficit and revenue overestimates
• Discussed exhausted debt reserve fund of $150,000
• Discussed potential State Comptroller audit of the budget

Water Board

La Junta de Agua de Albany considerará resoluciones para rescindir el Programa de Descuento para Personas Mayores y el Programa de Subvenciones para Válvulas Antirretorno, junto con numerosos contratos y órdenes de cambio para proyectos de capital. Los puntos clave incluyen la autorización de una orden de trabajo de $523,100 para el diseño de eliminación de CSO, una orden de cambio de $422,102.59 para Manning Blvd complete streets y el reemplazo de servicios de plomo, y una transferencia de $346,900 para servicios de asesoría de bonos.

• Resolución 26-35: Rescisión del Programa de Descuento para Personas Mayores
• Resolución 26-36: Rescisión del Programa de Subvenciones para Válvulas Antirretorno
• Resolución 26-55: Orden de trabajo para el diseño del Programa de Eliminación de CSO de Schuyler y Liberty Park ($523,100)
• Resolución 26-54: Orden de cambio para Manning Blvd Complete Streets y el Reemplazo de Servicios de Plomo ($422,102.59)
• Resolución 26-46: Transferencia de fondos para servicios de asesoría de bonos ($346,900)

General Services, Health and Environment Committee

El Comité de Servicios Generales, Salud y Medio Ambiente considerará tres resoluciones para renombrar porciones de calles en honor a miembros fallecidos de la comunidad. Las resoluciones proponen letreros honorarios que digan 'Madeline Seel's Way' en Raymo Street, 'Rev. James U. Smythe, Sr. Way' en Franklin Street y 'Daise M. Dobbs Way' en Thornton Street. Se incluye un período de comentarios públicos.

• Resolución 64.62.26R: renombrar una porción de Raymo Street a 'Madeline Seel's Way'
• Resolución 65.62.26R: renombrar una porción de Franklin Street a 'Rev. James U. Smythe, Sr. Way'
• Resolución 66.62.26R: renombrar una porción de Thornton Street a 'Daise M. Dobbs Way'

The General Services, Health and Environment Committee passed three resolutions to rename portions of Raymo, Franklin, and Thornton Streets in honor of Madeline Seel, Reverend James U. Smythe, Sr., and Daise Dobbs. The meeting adjourned at 5:37 PM.

• Passed Resolution 64.62.26R (Raymo Street renaming) with voice vote
• Passed Resolution 65.62.26R (Franklin Street renaming) with voice vote
• Passed Resolution 66.62.26R (Thornton Street renaming) with voice vote
• Adjourned meeting at 5:37 PM with voice vote

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

La Comisión de Monumentos y Arte Público discutirá la condición del monumento al General Philip Schuyler, revisará su propia jurisdicción y alcance, y considerará dos propuestas: una exhibición del Museo USS Albany en el Discover Albany Visitor Center y un proyecto de cancha de baloncesto en Lincoln Park. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores y actualizaciones sobre el America Semiquincentennial y la planificación estratégica.

• Revisión del informe de condición del General Philip Schuyler
• Discusión sobre la jurisdicción y el alcance de la Comisión
• Propuesta: Exhibición del Museo USS Albany en Discover Albany Visitor Center
• Propuesta: Lincoln Park – Brian Hines Basketball Court
• Planificación del America Semiquincentennial

Municipal Water Finance Authority

La Albany Municipal Water Finance Authority llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para considerar resoluciones que incluyen la elección de funcionarios y la aprobación de desembolsos para servicios de asesoría de inversión ($2,500) y servicios de asesoría de bonos ($346,900). La junta también recibirá informes de asesores financieros y de tarifas, y escuchará actualizaciones sobre proyectos de construcción como el Lead Service Replacement Program. Los comentarios públicos y la aprobación de actas anteriores también están en la agenda.

• Resolución 26-09 – Elección de Funcionarios para Llenar Vacantes de Funcionarios 2026
• Resolución 26-10 – Autorización de Desembolso a Cerity Partners por Servicios Trimestrales de Asesoría de Inversión - $2,500.00
• Resolución 26-11 – Autorización de Desembolso a Hodgson Russ por Servicios de Asesoría de Bonos Relacionados con Diversos Financiamientos de Capital y Asuntos de AMWFA - $346,900.00
• Actualización sobre el Lead Service Replacement Program y otros proyectos de construcción en curso
• Actualización sobre la Enmienda del Acuerdo de Financiamiento que requiere la aprobación del Common Council

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

El Comité de Planificación, Desarrollo Económico y Uso de la Tierra escuchará una presentación de la Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educativo y Gubernamental y considerará resoluciones para renombra a Omonike Akinyemi y Debora Y. Brown por términos de tres años en dicha junta.

• Presentación de la Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educativo y Gubernamental
• Resolución 55.61.26R para renombra a Omonike Akinyemi a un término de tres años que finaliza el 1 de julio de 2029
• Resolución 59.61.26R para renombra a Debora Y. Brown a un término de tres años que finaliza el 1 de julio de 2028

The committee voted to move two reappointment resolutions out of committee with positive recommendations. The resolutions concern Omonike Akinyemi and Debora Y. Brown for membership on the Public, Education and Government Access Oversight Board.

• Approved Resolution 55.61.26R for Omonike Akinyemi (positive recommendation via voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 59.61.26R for Debora Y. Brown (positive recommendation via voice vote)

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment is meeting to increase appropriations for the Department of General Services. The city is acting as a pass-through entity for a grant awarded to the Pine Hills Neighborhood Association's Upper Madison Improvement Group.

• Increase of $7,435 in revenue and expenses for DGS Public Works Park Maintenance
• $6,035 allocated for equipment installation
• $1,400 allocated for reimbursements and services

The Board approved an increase in appropriation and revenue for the Department of General Services. The funds consist of a $7,435 grant from Albany County to be passed through the City of Albany to the Upper Madison Improvement Group.

• Approved $7,435 grant for Pine Hills Neighborhood Association's Upper Madison Improvement Group

Contract & Supply

The Board authorized advertising for bids on Snow Management Services for Zones A through E and for Pump Systems equipment, maintenance, and repair. It accepted the bid from Alta Equipment for Volvo equipment preventive maintenance, setting hourly rates for shop and field work. The Board also approved a zero‑dollar change order to allow the Recreation Department to purchase chlorine shock under the existing pool chemical contract, and a $3,124 reduction to the roof replacement contract at 628 Delaware Avenue.

• Advertise for bids: Snow Management Services – Zones A, B, C, D, E (no bid deposit required)
• Advertise for bids: Pump Systems Equipment, Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance and Repair (no bid deposit required)
• Award contract to Alta Equipment for Volvo Equipment preventive maintenance; rates: $180/hr shop, $230/hr field, $270/hr emergency shop, $345/hr emergency field
• Change Order #1 ( $0 ) for Pool Chemical Supplies contract $170,261.50 to allow chlorine shock purchases
• Change Order #1 decrease $3,124 for 628 Delaware Avenue Roof Replacement Project, new contract value $723,876

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Reparto está considerando un aumento en el presupuesto de 2026 para aceptar una subvención de $7,435 del condado de Albany. Los fondos pasarán a través de la ciudad hacia el Upper Madison Improvement Group de la Pine Hills Neighborhood Association para equipos y servicios de mantenimiento de parques.

• Aumentar la asignación en $7,435 para el Department of General Services - Public Works - Park Maintenance, financiado por una subvención del condado de Albany
• La ciudad actúa como entidad de transferencia para la subvención al Upper Madison Improvement Group (UMIG) de la Pine Hills Neighborhood Association
• Fondos asignados: $6,035 para equipos y $1,400 para servicios contratados/reembolsos

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Asignación considerará una apropiación incremental de $7,435 del Condado de Albany para el Upper Madison Improvement Group de la Pine Hills Neighborhood Association, actuando la ciudad como entidad de paso. Los fondos están asignados para equipo y servicios contratados. Una reunión anterior ofreció esta resolución; la junta decidirá sobre ella en esta reunión.

• Subvención de $7,435 del Condado de Albany otorgada al Upper Madison Improvement Group de la Pine Hills Neighborhood Association
• Ciudad de Albany actuando como entidad de paso
• $6,035 para equipo y $1,400 para servicios contratados
• Department of General Services - Public Works - Park Maintenance

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo Común de Albany se reúne para un caucus y una sesión ordinaria. La agenda es principalmente procedimental con dos resoluciones de consentimiento mayoritario: una que nombra a James Chaney para la Community Police Review Board, y otra relacionada con Thurlow Terrace. Se enumeran otras legislaciones sin detalles.

• Resolución 67.62.26R (Hoey): nombrar a James Chaney para la Community Police Review Board (CPRB)
• Resolución 68.62.26R (Anane) - Thurlow Terrace (Consentimiento Mayoritario)
• Legislación de apoyo presentada por primera vez (no se proporcionan detalles)
• Legislación activa presentada previamente ahora bajo consideración (no se proporcionan detalles)

Council Operations and Ethics Committee

El Comité de Operaciones y Ética del Concejo está discutiendo la Ley Local J de 2026, que enmendaría la Sección 34-2 del Código de la Ciudad. La ley actualmente requiere que todas las reuniones sean notificadas con al menos una semana de antelación; la propuesta permitiría que las reuniones programadas con menos de una semana de antelación sean notificadas al menos 48 horas antes. Este cambio tiene como objetivo permitir reuniones de emergencia con aviso corto mientras se mantiene el cumplimiento de la Ley de Reuniones Abiertas del Estado de Nueva York.

• Ley Local J de 2026 (Hoey): enmienda los requisitos de aviso público para reuniones de juntas, comisiones y comités para permitir reuniones de emergencia con aviso corto de al menos 48 horas.

The Council Operations and Ethics Committee voted to recommend Local Law J of 2026, which would adjust public meeting notice requirements to comply with New York State Open Meetings Law and allow for short-notice emergency meetings. No public comment was heard.

• Recommended Local Law J of 2026 for adoption (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Community Police Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de la Policía Comunitaria considerará la devolución parcial de los fondos presupuestados para 2026 a la ciudad y revisará cinco quejas contra detectives de la policía. La junta también escuchará el informe del director del programa sobre las actualizaciones de los miembros y el presupuesto, y puede entrar en sesión ejecutiva para una actualización sobre litigios. El comentario público y la aprobación de las actas anteriores también están en la agenda.

• Consideración de la devolución parcial de los fondos presupuestados para 2026 a la ciudad
• Revisión de las quejas CC2025-014 (Det. Adalian), CC2025-026 y CC2025-064 (Det. Burns), CC2026-002 y CC2026-010 (Det. Stiles)
• Cierre sin revisión de la queja CC2026-024 y una queja I.P. (ambas retiradas)
• Actualización de litigios a ser discutida en sesión ejecutiva
• Informe del director del programa sobre la actualización de nuevos miembros y la actualización del presupuesto de 2026

The June 11, 2026, regular meeting of the Albany Community Police Review Board was not held because only four of the five required voting members were present, failing to meet the quorum requirement. The board waited until 6:30 p.m. for the fifth member, who never arrived, and then adjourned without conducting any business.

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos discutirá la Ley Local I de 2026, que enmienda la Carta de la Ciudad para aclarar los requisitos para las transferencias presupuestarias después de la adopción del presupuesto, incluidos los umbrales que activan el consentimiento del Common Council. El comité también discutirá el Presupuesto de la City of Albany. Se ha programado un período de comentarios públicos.

• Ley Local I de 2026 para enmendar la Sección 604 de la Carta, ampliando la definición de 'fondos presupuestados' e introduciendo una definición de 'presupuesto anual de la Ciudad' para el umbral del 4%
• Discusión del Presupuesto de la City of Albany
• Período de comentarios públicos disponible en persona, en línea o por correo electrónico

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee voted to pass Local Law I of 2026 out of committee with a positive recommendation. The law aims to clarify and revise budget transfer requirements after adoption, including counting all transfers toward the 4% threshold. The committee also discussed the 2026 city budget and received updates on state aid and departmental savings, but took no formal action on the budget.

• Passed Local Law I of 2026 out of committee with a positive recommendation (voice vote)

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

La Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educación y Gobierno se reúne para recibir informes del tesorero, el presidente y el coordinador del estudio, y para abordar cualquier asunto pendiente o nuevo. No hay propuestas específicas, votaciones ni audiencias públicas enumeradas en la agenda.

• Aprobación de las actas del 14 de mayo de 2026
• Informe del Tesorero
• Informe del Presidente
• Informe del Coordinador del Estudio

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and the treasurer's report. Members discussed a proposal to move the channel to a county entity and provided updates on the studio coordinator RFP and a planned Community Media Day on October 17.

• Approved May minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Sept. 17 at 5:30 p.m.

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo Común de Albany votará sobre varias leyes locales, incluida una que añade protecciones contra la discriminación de vivienda y aumenta la aplicación de la ley (Local Law H). También se tomarán medidas sobre leyes que aclaran las transferencias presupuestarias (Local Law I) y ajustan los requisitos de notificación de reuniones públicas (Local Law J). El concejo considerará ordenanzas sobre el estacionamiento de vehículos comerciales, un arrendamiento en 239 Second Avenue, diseños de calles verdes y patios de cabañas. Las resoluciones incluyen el reconocimiento de Juneteenth y la Semana del Restaurante Negro, y el cambio de nombre de porciones de las calles Raymo, Franklin y Thornton.

• Votación sobre la Local Law H que añade protecciones contra la discriminación de vivienda y aumenta la aplicación de la ley
• Votación sobre la Local Law I que revisa los requisitos de transferencia presupuestaria después de la adopción del presupuesto
• Ordenanza para arrendar 239 Second Avenue a Sprintcom LLC
• Resolución que aprueba una transferencia de fondos presupuestados que afecta las tasas salariales en el presupuesto de 2026
• Resolución en honor a Madeline Seel y cambio de nombre de una parte de Raymo Street

The Common Council held a caucus meeting on June 10, 2026, to discuss upcoming legislation and administrative matters. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or resolutions were voted upon during this session.

• Meeting adjourned at 6:13 PM by voice vote
• Discussed Local Laws L, N, H, and I for the June 15 Regular Meeting
• Discussed Resolution 60.62.26R
• Discussed Albany Police Department's non-collaboration with ICE
• Discussed moving the Office of Vital Statistics under the Mayor's Office
• Discussed Council staffing levels and hiring freeze
• Discussed Pride Month parades
• Discussed filling empty Council positions with incoming State aid

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

El Grupo de Trabajo sobre la Bandera Municipal analizará los paquetes de divulgación para jóvenes, la elegibilidad de las propuestas juveniles y la edad de los votantes, los derechos de autor y los términos de uso de los diseños de banderas, y un límite propuesto de un voto por participante por día calendario. No se esperan decisiones finales; estos son temas de discusión.

• Discusión sobre los paquetes de divulgación para jóvenes (Nyla)
• Discusión sobre la elegibilidad de las propuestas juveniles y de los votantes jóvenes
• Discusión sobre los derechos de autor y los términos de uso de los diseños de banderas
• Discusión para establecer un límite de un voto por participante por día calendario

The Task Force on the Municipal Flag established requirements for youth design submissions and copyright transfers. Members also agreed on the format for promotional brochures and assigned design tasks.

• Approved requirement for parent/guardian consent checkbox for designers age 12 or under (4-0)
• Approved motion requiring designers to transfer all copyrights of submissions to the City of Albany (5-0)
• Approved use of 8 1/2” x11” half sheet brochures with QR codes for outreach
• Assigned Member Lindsay to review FAQ and informational sheet content
• Appointed Member Richards-Hart to design the brochure and banner

Historic Resources Commission

La Comisión de Recursos Históricos llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una reunión para decidir sobre dos solicitudes de Certificado de Apropiación. Una solicitud busca la aprobación para demoler una estructura en 45 Second Avenue; la otra busca la aprobación para modificar la configuración de la escalinata histórica en 254 Clinton Avenue.

• DR-2025-14: Certificado de Apropiación para la demolición de la estructura en 45 Second Avenue (solicitante: Albany County Land Bank Corporation, South End-Groesbeckville Historic District)
• COA-2026-35: Certificado de Apropiación para la modificación de la configuración de la escalinata histórica en 254 Clinton Avenue (solicitante: Colin McCoy, Clinton Ave/N Pearl/Clinton Square Historic District)

Sustainability Commission

La Comisión de Sostenibilidad de Albany votará sobre la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de abril y discutirá una asociación con Cornell Cooperative Extension para educación y divulgación. Los miembros revisarán los resultados del Taller de Políticas de abril y considerarán una oferta pro bono del Earth Law Center para implementar la Enmienda Verde de NY a nivel local. También están en la agenda actualizaciones sobre el Plan de Acción Climática y los grupos de trabajo (Energía, Biodiversidad).

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2 de abril de 2026
• Discusión sobre oportunidades de asociación con Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County
• Revisión de los documentos del Taller de Políticas de abril y los plazos propuestos
• Oferta pro bono del Earth Law Center para redactar ordenanzas para la implementación de la Enmienda Verde de NY
• Actualizaciones sobre el Plan de Acción Climática Act Now Albany y los grupos de trabajo

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre un permiso de uso condicional para convertir una planta baja desocupada en 56 Robin Street en un espacio para eventos. Un segundo artículo, un permiso para añadir una unidad de vivienda en 369 Madison Avenue, ha sido eliminado de la agenda. La junta recibirá comentarios públicos y deliberará sobre la solicitud activa.

• Permiso de Uso Condicional CUP-2026-9 para 56 Robin Street: conversión de planta baja desocupada a espacio para eventos en zona MU-NE
• Permiso de Uso Condicional CUP-2026-12 para 369 Madison Avenue (eliminado de la agenda): conversión de casa urbana de 2 a 3 unidades de vivienda en zona R-T

The Albany Planning Board approved a conditional use permit (CUP-2026-9) for converting an unoccupied ground floor at 56 Robin Street into an event space, with a unanimous 4-0 vote. A second item, a townhouse conversion at 369 Madison Avenue, was removed from the agenda and not considered. The chair also stated that no application has been received for a proposed data center at Kenwood Commons (451 Southern Boulevard).

• Approved conditional use permit for event space at 56 Robin Street (4-0)
• Item CUP-2026-12 (369 Madison Avenue townhouse conversion) was removed from the agenda

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Reparto votará sobre dos transferencias presupuestarias que suman $120,670 y aprobará un acuerdo legal de $189. Las transferencias reasignan fondos para el alquiler de almacenamiento de alumbrado público y equipo del departamento de agua. La reunión también señala la ausencia del Tesorero de la Ciudad.

• Transferencia de $29,670 de Street Lighting a Engineering para la corrección del alquiler de almacenamiento
• Transferencia de $91,000 de Water Special Items a Alcove Other Equipment and Board & Authority
• Acuerdo legal de Dillon v. City of Albany por $189

Contract & Supply

La Junta de Contratos y Suministros aprobó la publicidad para licitaciones de piezas y mantenimiento de los skids de los sopladores de gas del vertedero, recibió una oferta para el mantenimiento de equipos Volvo, señaló que no hubo ofertas para el equipo del sistema de bombeo y adjudicó dos contratos: uno a Surpass Chemical para suministros de productos químicos para piscinas por $170,261.50 y otro a General Control Systems para el mantenimiento de equipos SCADA con tarifas horarias establecidas.

• Autorizó la publicidad de licitaciones para Piezas, Mantenimiento Preventivo y Reparación de los Skids de los Sopladores de Gas del Vertedero
• Recibió una oferta de Alta Equipment para el mantenimiento preventivo de equipos Volvo (monto de la oferta no especificado)
• No se presentaron ofertas para el Equipo, Mantenimiento, PM y Reparación del Sistema de Bombeo
• Adjudicó contrato de $170,261.50 a Surpass Chemical para Suministros de Productos Químicos para Piscinas
• Adjudicó contrato de mantenimiento de SCADA a General Control Systems con tarifas: $107/hr taller normal, $142/hr campo normal, $212/hr emergencia

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Asignación (Board of Estimate & Apportionment) votará sobre una propuesta de transferencia presupuestaria de $29,670 desde la cuenta de Sustainability Street Lighting hacia Engineering para corregir un cargo erróneo por el alquiler de almacenamiento de alumbrado público. La transferencia reasigna fondos por un período de 6 meses, habiéndose ya corregido la orden de compra para el resto de 2026.

• Transferir $29,670 de Sustainability Street Lighting (Contracted Services) a Engineering (Contracted Services) para corregir el cargo de alquiler de almacenamiento de alumbrado público

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment voted 4‑0 to schedule its next regular meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Budget transfer proposals for street lighting, water special items, and a $189 legal settlement were presented, but the minutes do not record any vote or approval on those items.

• Scheduled next regular meeting for June 16, 2026 (vote 4‑0)

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

El comité discutirá la Resolución 39.52.26R, que declararía al Common Council como agencia principal para la Revisión de Calidad Ambiental del Estado (SEQRA) de la propuesta Estación de Transferencia de Rapp Road. La resolución clasifica el proyecto como una acción de Tipo I y emite una declaración negativa, lo que significa que no tendría un impacto ambiental adverso significativo. La estación de transferencia, que se construiría adyacente al vertedero existente de Rapp Road en 525 Rapp Road, manejaría hasta 500 toneladas por día de residuos sólidos y reciclables.

• Resolución 39.52.26R: Declarar al Common Council como agencia principal para la revisión de SEQRA de la Estación de Transferencia de Rapp Road, clasificarla como acción de Tipo I y emitir una declaración negativa (sin impacto adverso significativo)

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee passed a resolution declaring the City of Albany the lead agency for the Rapp Road Transfer Station project and issuing a negative declaration regarding its environmental impact. The committee discussed traffic, noise, and endangered species with project representatives before approving the resolution.

• Passed Resolution 39.52.26R (voice vote)
• Declared City lead agency for SEQRA review
• Issued negative declaration for environmental impact
• Approved transfer station purchase timeline for July

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Albany Common Council llevará a cabo su caucus y reunión regular, considerando legislación que incluye una nueva ley local (Local Law H of 2026) que modifica los capítulos 42 y 48 (Protecciones de Igualdad de Oportunidades) y el capítulo 187 (Vivienda Justa), y un mensaje de home rule que apoya el Assembly Bill 11357 y el Senate Bill 10223. El concejo también revisará una enmienda a un acuerdo de financiamiento y otra legislación activa.

• Local Law H of 2026 (enmienda pendiente) que modifica los Capítulos 42, 48 (Protecciones de Igualdad de Oportunidades) y el Capítulo 187 (Vivienda Justa)
• Mensaje de Home Rule que apoya el Assembly Bill 11357 y el Senate Bill 10223 (Majority Consent Resolution 60.61.26R)
• Enmienda al Financing Agreement 07.2024 (Resolution 57.61.26R)
• Legislación activa previamente presentada ahora bajo consideración
• Legislación de apoyo presentada por primera vez

Municipal Civil Service Commission

Housing and Community Development Committee

El Comité de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario está discutiendo la Local Law H of 2026, que enmendaría el código de la ciudad para agregar nuevas clases protegidas contra la discriminación en la vivienda (incluyendo la fuente lícita de ingresos y el estatus migratorio) e incrementar la aplicación a través de la Office of Fair Housing. La ley también actualiza las responsabilidades departamentales para el Department of Administrative Services y el Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. Hay un período de comentarios públicos disponible.

• Discusión de la Local Law H of 2026 que enmienda los Capítulos 42, 48 y 187 del Albany City Code
• Adición de 'fuente lícita de ingresos' a las clases protegidas en la discriminación de vivienda
• Expansión de los poderes de aplicación de vivienda justa y los deberes de la Office of Fair Housing
• Actualizaciones al alcance y los deberes de los Departments of Administrative Services y Neighborhood and Community Services
• Período de comentarios públicos abierto para la reunión

The Housing and Community Development Committee discussed Local Law H of 2026, which adds protections against housing discrimination and increases enforcement. The committee voted to move the law out of committee pending amendments.

• Moved Local Law H of 2026 out of committee pending amendment (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Community Police Review Board

La Community Police Review Board fue informanda sobre una publicación de Facebook del Miembro del Common Council Williamson describiendo su interacción con la Albany Police durante una detención de tráfico el 18 de mayo. La junta registró una queja en su nombre y la APD confirmó que están investigando. La CPRB discutirá la queja durante la revisión pública una vez que la investigación haya concluido.

• Queja registrada para el Miembro del Common Council Williamson con respecto al incidente de detención de tráfico del 18 de mayo con la APD

Water Board

La Junta de Agua de Albany revisará varias enmiendas a las políticas relacionadas con los descuentos para personas mayores y la condonación de facturas de agua. La reunión también incluye discusiones sobre asuntos de límites de propiedad, solicitudes de subvenciones y diversos contratos de servicios.

• Resolución 26-35: Enmiendas a la Política del Programa de Descuentos para Personas Mayores
• Resolución 26-36: Enmiendas a la Política de Condonación de Facturas de Agua
• Resolución 26-39: Contrapartida de la subvención de planificación de ingeniería de EFC que no excederá los $10,000.00
• Resolución 26-41: Adjudicación de servicios de Silver Creek East a Farney Tree & Excavation (FTE) LLC
• Resolución 26-45: Orden de cambio para Flach Industries, Inc. ($2,380.00)

The Albany Water Board approved resolutions for yard hydrant policy, software, and a $10,000 local match for a Buckingham Pond grant. The Board also approved tree cutting services and a change order for lime system piping. Two policy amendments were tabled for the June meeting.

• Approved yard hydrant policy amendments (unanimous)
• Approved AVA inventory software agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Buckingham Pond grant application with $10,000 local match (unanimous)
• Approved Nature Conservancy climate resilience grant application (unanimous)
• Approved tree cutting services at Silver Creek East (unanimous)
• Approved use of carbon credit funds for Silver Creek East project (unanimous)
• Approved alternate representative to CSO Pool Communities (unanimous)
• Approved financing agreement amendment (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública entrevistará a posibles candidatos para el nombramiento en la Junta de Revisión Policial Comunitaria. Este es un punto de discusión, no una votación final. El comentario público está disponible en persona o en línea.

• Entrevistas a candidatos para la Junta de Revisión Policial Comunitaria

The Public Safety Committee interviewed two applicants for the Community Police Review Board, then entered executive session to discuss appointments. After returning, members voted to advance two unnamed candidates to the full Common Council for consideration. One candidate was advanced by voice vote, and a second advanced by a recorded 3-1 vote (Hoey, Robinson, Williamson in favor; Brodie opposed).

• Interviewed James Chaney and Tamel Anderson for Community Police Review Board
• Entered executive session to discuss appointments (voice vote)
• Advanced first candidate to full council via voice vote
• Advanced second candidate to full council via recorded vote (3-1)
• Exited executive session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Contract & Supply

La Junta de Contratos y Suministros considerará una resolución para aumentar un contrato de sistemas de distribución de combustible en $175,000, elevando el total a $673,500. También en la agenda: una oferta de General Control Systems para equipos y mantenimiento de SCADA, y un informe de que no se presentaron ofertas para suministros de productos químicos para piscinas.

• Resolución para aprobar la Orden de Cambio No. 1 para el contrato #9465 – Purchase & Installation of Fuel Distribution Systems – aumenta el monto en $175,000 a $673,500
• No se recibieron ofertas para Pool Chemical Supplies (Recreation Department)
• Oferta recibida de General Control Systems para SCADA, Equipment, Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Upgrades & Repair (monto total de la oferta no especificado)
• Todos los puntos de la agenda fueron adoptados unánimemente (3-0) por Stetson, Shahinfar y Magee

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026, will not convene. The board stated there are no transfers, appropriation increases, or settlements requiring action.

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La reunión de la Junta de Estimación y Reparto programada para el 19 de mayo de 2026 está cancelada debido a que no hay transferencias, aumentos de apropiación o acuerdos que requieran acción. La próxima reunión es el 2 de junio de 2026.

• Ninguno — reunión cancelada por falta de asuntos a tratar

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo Común llevará a cabo reuniones de caucus y sesiones ordinarias para considerar legislación nueva y activa. Los puntos incluyen una resolución de apoyo a un permiso del DEC para una estación de transferencia de residuos sólidos y una ordenanza que involucra una tasación para 1233 Broadway y una servidumbre de cuenca de aguas pluviales en 33 Center Street.

• Resolución 39.52.26R de apoyo a los materiales para un permiso del DEC de una estación de transferencia de residuos sólidos
• Ordenanza 10.51.26 con tasación para 1233 Broadway y servidumbre de cuenca de aguas pluviales en 33 Center Street
• Nueva legislación de apoyo y legislación activa de reuniones anteriores
• Legislación de consentimiento mayoritario para aprobación simplificada
• Actas de reuniones de sesiones previas de caucus y ordinarias

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

Esta es una reunión regular de la Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educación y Gobierno con elementos procesales estándar que incluyen la aprobación de actas, informes y comentarios públicos. No se enumeran propuestas, contratos ni decisiones específicas en la agenda.

• Aprobación de las actas del 23 de abril de 2026
• Informes del Tesorero, el Presidente y el Coordinador del Estudio
• Asuntos pendientes y nuevos (si los hay)

The board unanimously approved the April meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. The chair provided updates on board vacancies and a studio coordinator RFP. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report (unanimous)

Community Police Review Board

La Albany Community Police Review Board votará sobre nominaciones de oficiales (eligiendo o posponiendo), escuchará actualizaciones sobre las RFPs para servicios de mediación y personal, y revisará nueve quejas contra los detectives del APD Burns, Stiles y Adalian. La junta también aprobará las actas del 9 de abril y recibirá comentarios del público. Una queja (CC2026-012) figura para cierre sin revisión por haber sido retirada.

• Nominaciones de oficiales: votación para elegir oficiales o posponer la elección
• Revisión de 9 quejas: CC2025-003, CC2025-029, CC2025-065, CC2025-067, CC2025-074, CC2025-075, CC2026-007, CC2026-013, CC2025-049
• Cierre sin revisión de la queja CC2026-012 (retirada)
• Actualizaciones sobre las RFPs para servicios de mediación y sesiones de aprendizaje comunitario
• Actualizaciones de personal: presentación de nuevo personal y cobertura de roles adicionales

The Albany Community Police Review Board approved findings on nine complaints, with allegations ranging from excessive force to improper entry, and voted to table discussion on officer nominations until the next meeting. The board also approved the minutes from January 8, 2026, and closed one complaint without review. Staff reported 165 open complaints, with most beyond the statutory 120-day review period.

• Approved minutes of January 8, 2026 (5-0)
• Tabled officer nomination discussion until next meeting (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved all recommended findings for 9 citizen complaints (5-0 each)
• Closed complaint CC2026-012 as withdrawn without review (5-0)

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

La Comisión de Monumentos y Arte Público se reunirá para revisar la propuesta para la cancha de baloncesto Lincoln Park – Brian Hines. La agenda también incluye discusiones sobre la jurisdicción de la Comisión, el plan estratégico y la categorización de las obras de arte público. Se escucharán comentarios del público.

• Revisión de la propuesta para la cancha de baloncesto Lincoln Park – Brian Hines
• Discusión sobre la jurisdicción y el alcance de la Comisión
• Actualización sobre el desarrollo del plan estratégico
• Discusión sobre la categorización de los tipos de obras de arte público
• Reconocimiento del nuevo designado por el Alcalde, Willie White

The Commission approved the March 19, 2026, meeting minutes and agenda. The group discussed the completion of a proposal form and plans for a procedural guide and social media presence. No substantive decisions were made regarding monuments or public art.

• Approved March 19, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2026, agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM (unanimous)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos votará sobre dos ordenanzas: renovar un arrendamiento con SprintCom LLC (T-Mobile) para un sitio de antena celular de 400 sq ft en 239 Second Avenue, y otorgar una servidumbre permanente a Center Square LLC para un jardín de lluvia en 1233 Broadway. También discutirán el presupuesto de la City of Albany.

• Ordenanza 7.41.26: Autoriza el arrendamiento de la porción propiedad de la ciudad de 239 Second Avenue a SprintCom LLC (T-Mobile) para antenas celulares, renovando un arrendamiento existente de 2002.
• Ordenanza 10.51.26: Otorga una servidumbre permanente a Center Square LLC sobre 203 sq ft del derecho de vía de la ciudad en 1233 Broadway para un jardín de lluvia; servidumbre valorada en $101.50.
• Presupuesto de la City of Albany: El Comité revisará y discutirá el próximo presupuesto.

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance granting an easement to Center Square LLC over city right-of-way adjacent to 1233 Broadway (33 Center Street). The committee also received a briefing from Treasurer Darius Shahinfar on a projected $19.2 million general fund deficit for Fiscal Year 2025, noting unrealized grant revenue, overestimated revenues, and exhausted debt reserves. Chair Keegan updated the committee on the Office of the State Comptroller's review of Albany's budget and a potential audit.

• Passed Ordinance 10.51.26 (easement to Center Square LLC) out of committee with favorable recommendation by voice vote

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo Común de Albany se reunirá el 18 de mayo de 2026 para considerar varias leyes locales, ordenanzas y resoluciones. Los puntos clave incluyen una ley local que añade protecciones contra la discriminación en la vivienda (H de 2026), un arrendamiento de propiedad de la ciudad en 239 Second Avenue a Sprintcom LLC, y ordenanzas sobre diseños de calles verdes y la expansión de vendedores móviles. El concejo también votará resoluciones para declarar mayo como el Mes de la Herencia AAPI y solicitar acceso a los sistemas de datos financieros de la ciudad.

• Ley Local H de 2026: añade protecciones contra la discriminación en la vivienda y aumenta la aplicación de las violaciones de vivienda justa (enmienda pendiente)
• Ordenanza 7.41.26: autoriza el arrendamiento de una parte de 239 Second Avenue a Sprintcom LLC
• Ordenanza 8.42.26: enmienda la ley de Calles Completas para incluir diseños de calles verdes
• Ordenanza 11.51.26: expande las oportunidades para vendedores móviles en la ciudad
• Resolución 40.52.26R: solicita acceso a todos los datos y registros financieros en las plataformas New World ERP y Enterprise ERP de la ciudad

The Common Council met to set the agenda for the May 18 Regular Meeting. The Council pulled several ordinances and resolutions from the active agenda and discussed oversight of city offices and parking issues.

• Pulled Local Law H of 2026 from active agenda
• Pulled Ordinance 7.41.26 from active agenda
• Pulled Ordinance 8.42.26 from active agenda
• Pulled Resolution 40.52.26R from introduction
• Noted May 18 meeting includes Youth in Government night
• Raised concern over separation of powers regarding City Clerk duties
• Raised concern over lack of Emergency No Parking signs in Second Ward
• Raised concern over oversight of Office of Audit and Control and Office of Treasurer

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

El Comité de Planificación, Desarrollo Económico y Uso de la Tierra discutirá dos ordenanzas: una que enmienda la ley de Calles Completas para exigir infraestructura verde en proyectos de calles, con un enfoque en barrios históricamente marcados en rojo, y otra que expande las oportunidades de vendedores móviles. Se incluye un periodo de comentarios públicos.

• Ordenanza 8.42.26: Enmienda el Artículo V del Capítulo 323 para agregar requisitos de diseño de calles VERDES (jardines de lluvia, zanjas de drenaje, dosel arbóreo) para la construcción y reconstrucción de calles de la ciudad.
• Ordenanza 11.51.26: Enmienda el Capítulo 363 (Vendedores) para expandir las oportunidades de vendedores móviles en la ciudad.
• La ordenanza de calles verdes prioriza comunidades afectadas por el redlining y el yellowlining históricos, según el Capítulo 183 (Agenda de Equidad).
• Exige informes anuales sobre el cumplimiento de VERDES y Calles Completas vinculados a solicitudes de bonos de calles y aceras.
• Periodo de comentarios públicos abierto; la inscripción está disponible en persona o en línea.

The committee approved an ordinance to expand mobile vendor opportunities and lower fees, though members discussed clarifying details regarding food trucks and residential zones. A separate ordinance on green street designs was discussed but not voted on.

• Moved to pass Ordinance 11.51.26 (mobile vendors) with favorable recommendation
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

Housing and Community Development Committee

El Comité de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario discutirá el presupuesto de la Albany Community Development Agency y considerará la Local Law H de 2026. La ley propuesta modifica el código de la ciudad para añadir protecciones contra la discriminación en la vivienda basada en la fuente de ingresos, el estatus migratorio y otras categorías, e incrementa la aplicación de la ley. También establece una Fair Housing Office y traslada las funciones de vivienda justa entre departamentos de la ciudad.

• Discusión del presupuesto de la Albany Community Development Agency
• Local Law H de 2026: modifica los Capítulos 42, 48 y 187 para añadir protecciones contra la discriminación en la vivienda e incrementar la aplicación de la ley
• La enmienda propuesta añade 'lawful source of income' y 'immigration status' como clases protegidas
• Crea una Fair Housing Office bajo el Department of Administrative Services
• Transfiere la supervisión de la vivienda justa al Department of Neighborhood and Community Services

The Housing and Community Development Committee discussed the 52nd annual Albany Community Development Agency (ACDA) budget during a presentation by Director Michael Foley and Fiscal Manager Kristin Cronin. No votes were taken because a quorum was not present; the meeting adjourned after discussion.

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

El Grupo de Trabajo sobre la Bandera Municipal analizará los pasos técnicos y de marketing para comenzar a aceptar propuestas públicas de banderas, incluyendo un portal web y una plataforma de votación por segunda vuelta instantánea. Escucharán al Director de Tecnología de la Información y a la Directora de Marketing sobre la infraestructura, los recursos de revisión de propuestas y la publicidad presencial para la participación de los residentes.

• Discusión con el CIO Daniel Shyne sobre la integración de un sitio web de presentación de banderas en la infraestructura existente de la ciudad
• Discusión de los requisitos para comenzar a aceptar propuestas de banderas, incluyendo la detección de IA para la revisión de las entradas
• Discusión con el CIO sobre el desarrollo de una plataforma de votación por segunda vuelta instantánea para la selección final de la bandera
• Discusión con la Directora de Marketing Nyla McKenzie-Isaac sobre la publicidad del proyecto de la bandera en eventos de toda la ciudad
• Discusión continua sobre el diseño y la funcionalidad del portal y el sitio web de presentaciones por parte de Bryan Fonder

The Task Force on the Municipal Flag approved two motions: one requiring parent/guardian consent for youth submitters (12 and under) through a mandatory checkbox, and another transferring all copyrights of submitted designs to the City of Albany. A discussion on establishing a one-vote-per-calendar-day limit produced no motion. The group also assigned members to prepare outreach materials and a brochure for city events.

• Approved motion requiring parent/guardian consent for youth submitters with checkbox and privacy notice (4-0-1)
• Approved motion transferring all copyrights of submitted designs to the City of Albany via checkbox (5-0)
• Discussed but took no action on establishing one vote per calendar day limit
• Assigned member Lindsay to review FAQ and informational sheet for spelling and grammar
• Agreed to produce an 8.5x11 half-sheet brochure with QR code for website
• Appointed member Richards-Hart to design brochure and banner
• Chair will explore funding/budget options using state funds

Historic Resources Commission

La Comisión de Recursos Históricos celebrará una audiencia pública sobre un certificado de idoneidad para un nuevo vestíbulo y equipos de techo en 10 Willett Street (Primera Iglesia Presbiteriana). Una sesión de taller separada considerará una revisión de concepto para un edificio de uso mixto de tres a cinco pisos en 282-332 Hamilton Street y 138-144 South Swan Street.

• Certificado de Idoneidad COA-2026-18 para un nuevo vestíbulo exterior y equipos mecánicos montados en el techo en 10 Willett Street (Distrito Histórico de Washington Park)
• Revisión de concepto para un edificio de uso mixto de unidades múltiples de tres a cinco pisos en Hamilton Street y South Swan Street (Distrito Histórico de Center Square/Hudson Park)
• Solicitante para Willett Street: Miriam Lawrence Leupold, Primera Iglesia Presbiteriana
• Solicitante para Hamilton/Swan: Scott Townsend, Coda Creative Design Studio

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y reunión el 6 de mayo de 2026, para considerar una solicitud de varianza para un letrero en 581 Central Avenue. El solicitante busca reemplazar un letrero existente con un letrero de poste y panel de 32 pies cuadrados a una altura de 15 pies, superando el máximo de 5 pies permitido en el distrito de zonificación MU-FC.

• Solicitud de varianza AV-2025-17: Permitir una altura de letrero de 15 pies donde el máximo es de 5 pies.
• Dirección de la propiedad: 581 Central Avenue.
• Solicitante: Mike McCraken, Hospitality Syracuse, Inc., representado por Sam Burden de Bohler Engineering.
• Propuesta: Reemplazo y reubicación del letrero de poste y panel existente con un nuevo letrero de 32 pies cuadrados.

The Board approved a variance for a 15-foot post-and-panel sign at 581 Central Avenue, where the zoning district permits a maximum height of 5 feet. The vote was 3-1-0.

• Approved variance AV-2025-17 for 15-foot sign height at 581 Central Ave (3-1)

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Reparto votará sobre transferencias presupuestarias para 2025 y 2026 que suman más de $1.7 millones y dos acuerdos legales: $14,500 para Antoinette Stevens por una reclamación de tropiezo y caída y $125,000 por una sentencia en Francis v. City of Albany.

• Acuerdo de Antoinette Stevens v. City of Albany por $14,500 derivado de un tropiezo con un poste de señalización en 555 Washington Avenue
• Sentencia en Francis v. City of Albany por $125,000
• Transferencia de $800,000 dentro del presupuesto de Water T&D para facturas futuras
• Transferencia de $485,000 dentro de Engineering/Sustainability para servicios de NYPA
• Transferencia de $465,504.54 dentro del Water Department para facturas futuras y equipo

Contract & Supply

La Junta de Contratos y Suministros aprobó un incremento de orden de cambio de $500,000 para el Contrato VMJR 9411 (Albany South/Hoffman Community Center) para la estabilización del edificio, elevando el valor del contrato a $7,375,000. También autorizaron la licitación de equipos SCADA, equipos Volvo, sistemas de bombeo y suministros de productos químicos para piscinas, y adjudicaron un contrato de mantenimiento de equipos RAVO a Northeast Sweepers. También se aprobó una orden de cambio que reduce el contrato del Quail Street Boxing Gym en $40,000, quedando en $189,900. No se recibieron ofertas para las piezas del skid del soplador de gas del vertedero.

• Orden de Cambio #2: incremento de $500,000 para Hoffman Community Center (Contrato VMJR 9411), nuevo total $7,375,000
• Orden de Cambio #1: reducción de $40,000 para Quail Street Boxing Gym (Contrato Bonacquisti Brothers 9454), nuevo total $189,900
• Contrato de mantenimiento de equipos RAVO adjudicado a Northeast Sweepers (Fairfield, NJ) con tarifas de hasta $260/hr
• Autorizados anuncios de licitación para SCADA, equipos Volvo, sistemas de bombeo y suministros de productos químicos para piscinas
• No se recibieron ofertas para el mantenimiento de piezas del Landfill Gas Blower Skid Parts

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y considerará cuatro proyectos, incluyendo dos permisos de uso condicional para conversiones de casas adosadas y dos revisiones de planes de desarrollo para desarrollos residenciales más grandes. Se espera una determinación de SEQRA para el edificio de apartamentos propuesto de 97 unidades en 315 Northern Boulevard, y también está bajo revisión una conversión de los pisos 3-10 en 52 State Street en 120 unidades.

• Permiso de uso condicional para convertir 434 Elk Street de 1 a 2 unidades de vivienda
• Permiso de uso condicional para convertir 39 Ten Broeck Place de 2 a 3 unidades de vivienda
• Revisión del plan de desarrollo y determinación de SEQRA para un edificio de 4 pisos y 97 unidades en 315 Northern Boulevard, que incluye 43 espacios de estacionamiento y la compra de un derecho de paso
• Revisión del plan de desarrollo para convertir los pisos 3-10 en 52 State Street en 120 viviendas multi-familiares

The Albany Planning Board approved four development projects, including a 97-unit apartment complex and a downtown conversion, while rejecting a county recommendation for one site. The board also approved two conditional use permits for townhouse conversions.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 434 Elk Street (4-0-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 39 Ten Broeck Place (4-0-0)
• Overruled Albany County Planning Board recommendation for 315 Northern Boulevard (4-0-0)
• Approved Development Plan Review for 315 Northern Boulevard with conditions (4-0-0)
• Overruled Albany County Planning Board recommendation for 52 State Street (4-0-0)
• Approved Development Plan Review for 52 State Street with conditions (4-0-0)
• Issued Negative Declaration for 315 Northern Boulevard project (4-0-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM (4-0-0)

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Asignación se reúne para aprobar transferencias presupuestarias para los años fiscales 2025 y 2026 en múltiples departamentos, y para autorizar dos acuerdos legales que suman $139,500. Las transferencias reasignan fondos dentro de las cuentas de Agua, Ingeniería y Recursos Humanos. Estos son ajustes fiscales y aprobaciones de acuerdos rutinarios.

• Acuerdo legal de $14,500 por la caída de Antoinette Stevens en Ontario Street cerca de 555 Washington Avenue
• Sentencia legal de $125,000 en Francis v. City of Albany
• Transferencia de $800,000 dentro de las cuentas de Water T&D y Purification para 2025 para cubrir facturas futuras
• Transferencia de $485,000 de Engineering/Sustainability a Maint. of Streets - Utilities para servicios de NYPA
• Reasignación de $465,504 dentro de las cuentas de Agua para 2026, incluyendo cambios de Contracted Services y Supplies a las cuentas de Plant y Alcove

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment passed a motion introduced by Meghan Keegan of the Common Council with a 5‑0 vote. Budget transfer proposals for 2025 and 2026 were presented but no vote outcomes were recorded. Legal settlement amounts were noted but not acted upon in this meeting.

• Motion by Meghan Keegan approved (5-0)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

La agenda proporcionada es mayormente lenguaje estándar procedimental, enumerando enlaces a documentos sin descripciones detalladas. El Concejo Común procesará los artículos de Consentimiento Mayoritario, incluyendo una tasación para 1233 Broadway y una servidumbre de cuenca de aguas pluviales en 33 Center St. No se detallan acciones legislativas específicas, votos ni cifras monetarias en el texto.

• Consentimiento Mayoritario: Informe de tasación para 1233 Broadway
• Consentimiento Mayoritario: Servidumbre de cuenca de aguas pluviales en 33 Center St
• Archivos de legislación activa y de apoyo
• Actas de la reunión regular y del caucus

Commission on Human Rights

Esta es una reunión regular de la Comisión de Derechos Humanos de Albany. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios públicos y actualizaciones de los subcomités sobre la Ceremonia de Derechos Humanos, investigaciones, comunicaciones y presupuesto. No se enumeran decisiones ni propuestas significativas.

• Aprobación de las actas del 6 de abril de 2026
• Comentarios públicos limitados a 5 minutos por persona
• Actualizaciones del subcomité de la Ceremonia de Derechos Humanos
• Actualizaciones del subcomité de Investigaciones
• Actualizaciones del subcomité de Comunicaciones y Redes Sociales

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública escuchará una presentación de estudiantes de la University at Albany sobre las experiencias de los jóvenes en la ciudad. La reunión incluye un período de comentarios públicos para aportes presenciales o en línea.

• Presentación de estudiantes de UAlbany sobre las experiencias de los jóvenes en Albany

The Public Safety Committee met to hear a presentation from University of Albany students regarding the intersection of nightlife and violence prevention. The committee discussed Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and the role of perception in public safety. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• No substantive decisions or votes recorded
• Meeting adjourned without objection at 6:32 PM

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

La Comisión de Monumentos y Arte Público considerará una propuesta para la cancha de baloncesto Brian Hines en Lincoln Park. También discutirán la jurisdicción y el alcance de la comisión, un plan estratégico y la categorización de las obras de arte públicas. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas anteriores y comentarios públicos.

• Revisión de la propuesta para la cancha de baloncesto Brian Hines en Lincoln Park
• Discusión sobre la jurisdicción y el alcance de la Comisión
• Actualización del plan estratégico
• Categorización de tipos de obras de arte públicas
• Presentación del formulario de propuesta de la reunión anterior

General Services, Health and Environment Committee

El Comité de Servicios Generales, Salud y Medio Ambiente discutirá tres resoluciones: dos cambios de nombre de calles honorarios y una que autoriza una política de la ciudad para la eliminación de computadoras y equipos excedentes a escuelas, bibliotecas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro. El comité votará sobre la Resolución 33.42.26R para adoptar la política de eliminación bajo la ley estatal. Las otras resoluciones honran a líderes comunitarios locales con señales callejeras.

• Resolución 28.42.26R para renombrar una parte de South Swan como 'Mother Clara Lumpkin Way' en honor a Clara Lumpkin
• Resolución 32.42.26R para renombrar una parte de Second Avenue como 'Rev. Reginald E. Graham Way'
• Resolución 33.42.26R para autorizar una política de donación de computadoras, software y equipos excedentes a escuelas públicas, bibliotecas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro
• Sin impacto fiscal para ninguna resolución

The committee approved positive recommendations for three resolutions. This includes a new policy for disposing of city computer equipment and renaming portions of South Swan and Second Avenue to honor community members.

• Advanced Resolution 33.42.26R regarding computer disposal policy (voice vote)
• Advanced Resolution 28.42.26R to rename a portion of South Swan (voice vote)
• Advanced Resolution 32.42.26R to rename a portion of Second Avenue (voice vote)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos llevará a cabo su tercera discusión sobre el Presupuesto de la Ciudad de Albany. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; se trata de una conversación presupuestaria continua. Se aceptan comentarios del público en persona o en línea.

• Tercera conversación sobre el Presupuesto de la Ciudad de Albany

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee held its third conversation on the City of Albany budget. Chair Keegan asked members to cosponsor a proposed local law addressing fund balance movements and Council awareness; all present agreed. The committee also discussed a pending debt reserve fund transfer resolution that will be introduced but not voted on until administration input is received. No other substantive decisions were made.

• All present committee members agreed to cosponsor a local law addressing budget transfers and Council awareness (unanimous)

Municipal Civil Service Commission

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Albany Common Council considerará una ley local que añade protecciones contra la discriminación en la vivienda y aumenta la aplicación de la vivienda justa. La agenda también incluye resoluciones para renombrar partes de South Swan y Second Avenue en honor a figuras comunitarias, una ordenanza que otorga una servidumbre a Center Square LLC en 1233 Broadway, y una ordenanza que expande las oportunidades para vendedores móviles. Varios artículos de comité se mantienen para discusión, incluyendo una política sobre la eliminación de computadoras y un contrato de arrendamiento para 239 Second Avenue.

• Ley Local H de 2026: enmienda el código de la ciudad para añadir protecciones contra la discriminación en la vivienda y fortalecer la aplicación de la vivienda justa
• Resolución para renombrar una parte de South Swan en honor a Mother Clara Lumpkin
• Resolución para renombrar una parte de Second Avenue en honor al Reverend Reginald E. Graham
• Ordenanza que autoriza una servidumbre a Center Square LLC sobre el derecho de vía de la ciudad en 1233 Broadway
• Ordenanza que enmienda el Capítulo 363 para expandir las oportunidades de vendedores móviles en Albany

The Common Council met to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 school budget and address questions regarding student busing and safety. No formal votes were taken.

• Discussed proposed school budget with Superintendent Hochreiter
• Addressed concerns regarding cell phone ban effectiveness
• Discussed expansion of Montessori program and St. Rose properties
• Discussed security system implementation and communication issues
• Discussed student busing capacity and eligibility limits

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública llevará a cabo una reunión para entrevistar a posibles candidatos para el nombramiento en la Junta de Revisión Policial Comunitaria. No hay otros asuntos ni votaciones programadas. Se permite el comentario público.

• Entrevistas a candidatos para la Junta de Revisión Policial Comunitaria

The Public Safety Committee interviewed three applicants for the Community Police Review Board, then entered executive session to discuss appointments. After returning to open session, the committee advanced one unnamed candidate for further consideration by the full Common Council.

• Interviewed Lillian Garland, Jesse Silkworth, and John-Raphael Pichardo for CPRB appointment
• Entered executive session to discuss candidate appointments (voice vote)
• Advanced one candidate discussed in executive session for consideration (voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

El Public Safety Committee entrevistará a posibles candidatos para el nombramiento en la Community Police Review Board. No hay otros asuntos ni votaciones enumerados en la agenda. Se permite el comentario público.

• Entrevistas a candidatos para la Community Police Review Board

The committee heard from four applicants interested in serving on the Community Police Review Board. The committee voted to enter executive session to discuss the appointments and later voted to exit the session. The meeting adjourned at 7:43 PM.

• Heard from Antonio Regulier on CPRB appointment
• Heard from Suwie Pujeh on CPRB appointment
• Heard from Robin Williams on CPRB appointment
• Heard from Aricia Grimes on CPRB appointment
• Entered executive session to discuss CPRB appointments (voice vote)
• Exited executive session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:43 PM (voice vote)

Water Board

Esta reunión ordinaria incluye informes del personal, informes de comités y varias resoluciones. La junta considerará resoluciones que autorizan pagos y órdenes de cambio, incluyendo un pago de $985,356.26 para la pavimentación de calles y una adquisición no competitiva de tecnología de monitoreo continuo. También están en la agenda actualizaciones sobre impugnaciones fiscales, el acuerdo de PFAS y una próxima audiencia pública sobre el Albany County Water Purification District.

• Resolución 26-30: Autorización de pago de $985,356.26 a Peter Luizzi & Bros para pavimentación de calles
• Resolución 26-21: Determinación de que la adquisición de la tecnología de monitoreo continuo OptiRTC no está sujeta a licitación competitiva
• Resolución 26-34: Orden de cambio #4 para el proyecto Beaver Creek Flow Management, $36,724.96
• Audiencia pública el 28 de abril sobre la revisión y el plan de capital del Albany County Water Purification District
• Actualizaciones sobre el acuerdo de PFAS e impugnaciones fiscales en los pueblos de Westerlo y Coeymans

The Albany Water Board approved four resolutions authorizing payments for street paving, account amendments, and change orders for the Lincoln Park Learning Garden, Feura Bush water facility, and Beaver Creek flow management. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Approved Resolution 26-21: OptiRTC technology procurement not subject to competitive bidding
• Approved Resolution 26-29: Cerity Partners account information amendment
• Approved Resolution 26-30: Payment to Peter Luizzi & Bros Contracting, Inc ($985,356.26)
• Approved Resolution 26-31: Payment to F.W. Webb ($4,172.85)
• Approved Resolution 26-32: Lincoln Park Learning Garden change order
• Approved Resolution 26-33: Feura Bush WFP change order ($512.75)
• Approved Resolution 26-34: Beaver Creek flow management change order ($36,724.96)
• Unanimously adjourned meeting at 10:55am

Water Board

La Junta de Agua de Albany discutirá el Distrito de Purificación de Agua del Condado de Albany, incluyendo una audiencia pública programada para el 28 de abril de 2026. La junta considerará varias resoluciones que autorizan pagos y órdenes de cambio, destacando un pago de $985,356.26 a Peter Luizzi & Bros Contracting por la pavimentación de calles. Los informes cubrirán operaciones, proyectos de capital, finanzas y actualizaciones legales, incluyendo impugnaciones fiscales y el acuerdo de PFAS.

• Audiencia pública sobre el Distrito de Purificación de Agua del Condado de Albany el 28 de abril de 2026 a las 7:00pm
• Resolución 26-30: Autorización de un pago de $985,356.26 a Peter Luizzi & Bros Contracting por pavimentación de calles (Contrato 02)
• Resolución 26-34: Orden de cambio #4 para el Proyecto de Gestión de Flujo y Reducción de Infiltraciones de Beaver Creek – Keller – $36,724.96
• Resolución 26-21: Adquisición de tecnología de monitoreo continuo de OptiRTC exenta de licitación competitiva
• Actualizaciones legales: Impugnaciones fiscales en los pueblos de Westerlo y Coeymans; actualización del acuerdo de PFAS

Water Board

El Comité de Gobernanza finalizará los 'North Stars' estratégicos y revisará los controles internos. Las políticas específicas bajo revisión incluyen el Senior Discount Program, el Water Bill Forgiveness Program, el Water Bill Modification Program y las reglas para hidrantes de patio y suspensión de facturación. No hay votos programados sobre estas políticas; la reunión es de discusión y actualización de estado. Se puede llevar a cabo una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos legales o de personal.

• Finalizar los 'North Stars' de la Planificación Estratégica de la Junta
• Actualización de estado sobre los Controles Internos
• Revisión del Senior Discount Program, Water Bill Forgiveness Program, Water Bill Modification Program
• Discusión sobre la Instalación de Hidrantes de Patio y la Suspensión de Facturación
• Posible sesión ejecutiva para asuntos de litigio o personal

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

Esta es una reunión regular de la Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educativo y Gubernamental. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios del público e informes del tesorero, el presidente y el coordinador del estudio. No se enumeran propuestas, contratos o votos específicos más allá de los elementos procesales estándar.

• Aprobación de las actas del 19 de marzo de 2026
• Informe del tesorero
• Informe del presidente
• Informe del coordinador del estudio
• Periodo de comentarios del público

The PEG Access Oversight Board approved March meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, both unanimously. The board discussed ongoing payment delays for the studio coordinator's invoices, attributed to new city processes, and the chair mentioned early submission of an RFP to return to the candidate pool. No major policy decisions or votes on contracts were taken.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report including pending payment status for studio coordinator (unanimous)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos llevará a cabo una segunda conversación sobre el presupuesto de la Ciudad de Albany. Esta agenda es un formato procesal estándar y no enumera cifras específicas de dólares, cambios de política o votos formales. Se aceptarán comentarios del público en persona, en línea o por correo electrónico.

• Segunda conversación sobre el presupuesto de la Ciudad de Albany

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee held a second conversation on the City of Albany budget, focusing on state funding streams (TMA, AIM, 19-A), overreported revenue lines, and a projected $15 million deficit for FY2025. No motions or votes were taken; the meeting was purely informational.

• No substantive decisions; discussion only

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La reunión del Consejo de Estimación y Ajuste programada para el 21 de abril de 2026 se cancela porque no hay transferencias, aumentos de asignación o liquidaciones para considerar. La próxima reunión regular se celebrará el 5 de mayo de 2026.

Contract & Supply

La Junta de Contratos y Suministros aprobó unánimemente varios contratos y autorizaciones de licitación. La adjudicación más importante fue un contrato de $2,853,000 a James H. Maloy, Inc. para el Proyecto de Rehabilitación de Frisbie Avenue e Infraestructura para Bicicletas y Peatones. Otras adjudicaciones incluyeron contratos para reparaciones de bombas hidráulicas y servicios de restauración de aceras, y se recibieron ofertas para el mantenimiento de equipos RAVO.

• Contrato de $2,853,000 adjudicado a James H. Maloy, Inc. para la Rehabilitación de Frisbie Avenue e Infraestructura para Bicicletas y Peatones
• Contrato de bombas hidráulicas adjudicado a Mooradian Hydraulics (50% de descuento sobre la lista, tarifa normal de taller de $110, tarifa de emergencia de $200)
• Contrato de apertura y restauración de aceras adjudicado a Peter Luizzi & Brothers Contracting, Inc. (precios por artículo de $25 a $8,500)
• Oferta recibida de Northeast Sweepers & Rentals, Inc. para el mantenimiento preventivo de equipos RAVO
• Autorización para publicar licitaciones de Piezas, Mantenimiento Preventivo y Reparación de Skid de Sopladores de Gas de Vertedero (apertura de licitación el 5 de mayo de 2026)

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

El Comité de Planificación, Desarrollo Económico y Uso de la Tierra considerará la Resolución 27.41.26R, dando el consentimiento al nombramiento por parte del Alcalde de Jill Delaney para la Junta de la Albany Convention Center Authority. El término expira a discreción del Alcalde. El punto no tiene impacto fiscal. Se aceptan comentarios del público.

• Resolución 27.41.26R — Consentimiento para nombrar a Jill Delaney en la Albany Convention Center Authority Board (sin impacto fiscal)

The committee heard from Jill Delaney about her qualifications for the Albany Convention Center Authority Board. Members voted to recommend her appointment to the full Common Council via Resolution 27.41.26R. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Recommended Resolution 27.41.26R to appoint Jill Delaney to the Albany Convention Center Authority Board (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:44 PM

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Albany Common Council llevará a cabo un caucus y una reunión ordinaria el 20 de abril de 2026. La agenda incluye legislación que se presenta por primera vez, legislación activa presentada previamente y puntos de consentimiento mayoritario, pero no se describen propuestas específicas ni montos en el texto de la agenda. La reunión también cubre la aprobación de las actas del caucus y de la reunión ordinaria.

• No se describen puntos específicos en el texto de la agenda
• Nueva legislación que se presenta (detalles no proporcionados)
• Legislación activa presentada previamente (detalles no proporcionados)
• Puntos de consentimiento mayoritario (no especificados)
• Aprobación de las actas del caucus y de la reunión ordinaria

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

La Ciudad de Albany está aceptando comentarios públicos hasta el 17 de abril de 2026 sobre una solicitud de Licencia de Entretenimiento Accesoria para El Mariachi Tapas en 271 Lark Street. La solicitante es Patricia B. Bhola. Los comentarios deben incluir nombre, dirección y correo electrónico y serán distribuidos al Comité de Entretenimiento Accesorio.

• Solicitud de Licencia de Entretenimiento Accesoria por Patricia B. Bhola para El Mariachi Tapas
• Ubicación: 271 Lark Street, Albany, NY 12210
• Fecha límite para comentarios públicos: viernes, 17 de abril de 2026 11:59pm
• De conformidad con la Sección 111-68 del Código de la Ciudad de Albany, Nueva Parte 3
• El testimonio escrito será distribuido al Comité de Entretenimiento Accesorio

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

El Secretario Municipal de Albany está aceptando comentarios públicos hasta el 17 de abril de 2026 sobre una solicitud de Licencia de Entretenimiento Accesorio para El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant II, Inc. en 289 Hamilton Street. La solicitante es Patricia B. Bhola. Los comentarios serán distribuidos al Comité de Entretenimiento Accesorio.

• Solicitud de Licencia de Entretenimiento Accesorio para El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant II, Inc. en 289 Hamilton Street
• Solicitante: Patricia B. Bhola
• Fecha límite para comentarios públicos: 17 de abril de 2026, 11:59 pm

Historic Resources Commission

La Comisión de Recursos Históricos de Albany llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre dos solicitudes de Certificados de Idoneidad. Una solicitud busca la aprobación de un nuevo vestíbulo exterior y equipo mecánico montado en el techo en 10 Willett Street (First Presbyterian Church, Washington Park Historic District). La otra solicita un letrero proyectado de doble cara en 126 State Street (Downtown Historic District). Los comentarios públicos pueden enviarse con anticipación o solicitarse al menos 24 horas antes de la reunión.

• COA-2026-18: 10 Willett Street – nuevo vestíbulo exterior y equipo mecánico montado en el techo para First Presbyterian Church
• COA-2026-17: 126 State Street – instalación de un letrero proyectado de doble cara para AJ Signs
• Audiencia pública sobre ambas solicitudes; los comentarios escritos deben entregarse con 48 horas de anticipación
• Reunión celebrada en 200 Henry Johnson Boulevard, 2nd Floor Community Room, con transmisión disponible por YouTube

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos llevará a cabo una primera conversación sobre el Presupuesto de la Ciudad de Albany. Este es un punto de discusión, no una votación final. Se aceptan comentarios del público en persona o en línea.

• Primera discusión sobre el Presupuesto de la Ciudad de Albany

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee held its first conversation regarding the City of Albany budget. Discussion focused on a $15 million request to the State to address the preceding deficit and communication issues regarding budget cuts. No substantive votes or legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

El Concejo Común llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y considerará múltiples puntos, incluyendo leyes locales para establecer una Oficina de Prevención de la Violencia y enmendar la agenda de equidad, una ordenanza que ajusta los requisitos de vivienda asequible en la Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance, y varias resoluciones para honrar a individuos y conmemorar el Día de la Tierra. También se tomarán medidas sobre puntos aplazados de reuniones anteriores.

• Leyes Locales F y G de 2026 que establecen una Oficina de Prevención de la Violencia y enmiendan el Capítulo 183 (Equity Agenda)
• Ordenanza 5.31.26 que ajusta los requisitos de vivienda asequible en la Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance (enmienda pendiente)
• Ordenanza 8.42.26 que enmienda el Artículo V (Complete Streets) en relación con los diseños de calles verdes
• Ordenanza 9.42.26 que permite la construcción de cottage courts
• Resoluciones para renombrar porciones de South Swan en honor a Mother Clara Lumpkin y Second Avenue en honor al Reverend Reginald E. Graham

The Common Council held a caucus meeting on April 15, 2026, to discuss the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the session was procedural only. Council members reviewed several local laws, ordinances, and resolutions, and received a presentation from the Albany Water Department.

• Adjourned caucus at 6:05 PM by voice vote

Public Safety Committee

El Comité de Seguridad Pública entrevistará a un posible solicitante para la Junta de Revisión de la Policía Comunitaria y considerará la Ley Local G de 2026, que establecería una Oficina de Prevención de la Violencia bajo el Alcalde. La ley crea un Director de Prevención de la Violencia, un Grupo de Trabajo Asesor de Prevención de la Violencia y requiere informes anuales y trimestrales. También modifica la Agenda de Equidad de la ciudad para transferir la supervisión del Grupo de Trabajo de Prevención de la Violencia existente a la nueva oficina y asigna fondos a través de un proceso de presupuesto participativo.

• Entrevista con un posible solicitante para el nombramiento en la Community Police Review Board
• Ley Local G de 2026: establecimiento de una Oficina de Prevención de la Violencia con un Director nombrado por el Alcalde
• Creación de un Grupo de Trabajo Asesor de Prevención de la Violencia para desarrollar puntos de acción contra la violencia en verano
• Informe anual debido para el 31 de marzo e informes trimestrales sobre la programación de prevención de la violencia
• Proceso de presupuesto participativo para los fondos asignados a los distritos con la mayor incidencia de violencia

The Public Safety Committee voted to advance Local Law G of 2026, which establishes an Office of Violence Prevention and amends the city's Equity Agenda. The committee also interviewed a prospective applicant for the Community Police Review Board. Discussions included funding, the hiring freeze, and the selection process for a director of violence prevention. The law was passed out of committee with a positive recommendation by voice vote.

• Passed Local Law G of 2026 (Office of Violence Prevention) out of committee with positive recommendation by voice vote

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

El Grupo de Trabajo sobre la Bandera Municipal se reunirá para revisar una propuesta de sitio web de envíos presentada por el Vicepresidente Bryan Fonder, y para discutir varias cuestiones logísticas para el concurso de diseño de la bandera, incluyendo la detección de IA, la votación por orden de preferencia, la verificación de residencia y la elegibilidad de los residentes menores de edad. No hay votos ni decisiones finales programadas; la reunión se centra en la discusión y la lluvia de ideas antes de una futura visita de los funcionarios de TI y marketing de la ciudad.

• Presentación del diseño web para los envíos del concurso por parte del Vicepresidente Bryan Fonder
• Discusión sobre herramientas de detección de IA para los diseños enviados
• Discusión sobre la votación por orden de preferencia para el concurso
• Discusión sobre un método para confirmar que los votantes son residentes de Albany manteniendo la accesibilidad
• Discusión sobre si los residentes menores de edad son elegibles para votar

The Albany Task Force on the Municipal Flag accepted prior minutes and established procedures for the 2026 flag design contest. The group decided to accept digital submissions, use ranked-choice voting to select finalists, and require street address verification for participants.

• Accepted prior meeting minutes
• Approved digital submission format with preference for vector files
• Approved ranked-choice voting for final design selection
• Approved street address verification for voting participants
• Approved allowing multiple submissions per designer
• Tabled motion regarding minors' voting rights
• Tabled motion regarding voting kiosks at events
• Agreed to print website design PDFs for review

Community Police Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de la Policía Comunitaria de Albany llevará a cabo su reunión mensual regular para discutir la selección de proveedores de servicios legales e investigación, revisar cuatro quejas específicas y cerrar varias otras. La junta también escuchará una presentación de la Oficina de Auditoría y Control y recibirá una actualización del director del programa sobre los resultados de la encuesta comunitaria y la dotación de personal.

• Discusión sobre la selección de proveedores de servicios legales (la RFP recibió dos propuestas)
• Discusión sobre la selección de proveedores de servicios de investigación (la RFP cierra el 16 de enero de 2026)
• Revisión de las quejas CC2025-072, CC2025-034, CC2025-054 y CC2025-069
• Cierre de seis quejas (retiradas, fuera de jurisdicción, duplicadas, referidas)
• Presentación por parte de la Oficina de Auditoría y Control

The Albany Community Police Review Board approved findings on four complaints, including sustained allegations of profanity, failure to request medical attention, improper use of force, and failure to document against an APD detective, with a recommendation for retraining and loss of one leave credit. The board also voted to table discussions on officer nominations, legal services, and investigative services until future meetings, and approved closures without review for six complaints.

• Approved January 8, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled officer nominations until next meeting (5-0)
• Tabled selection of legal service providers (5-0)
• Tabled selection of investigative service providers (5-0)
• Approved Not Sustained finding for complaint CC2025-072 (5-0)
• Approved sustained findings for CC2025-034 with retraining and loss of one leave credit (5-0)
• Approved Not Sustained finding for CC2025-054 (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved closures without review for six complaints (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación de Albany llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una reunión el 8 de abril de 2026, para considerar múltiples solicitudes de varianza y una apelación. Los puntos incluyen solicitudes de varianza de altura de cercas en 7 y 5 Washington Square, varianzas de tamaño y altura de letreros en 64 Colvin Ave, una varianza de cobertura de lote impermeable en 195 Euclid Avenue, y una apelación de una determinación de cumplimiento de zonificación para un uso propuesto en 10 North Ferry Street. Un punto (AV-2025-17 en 581 Central Avenue) ha sido eliminado de la agenda.

• Apelación de la determinación de zonificación para el uso propuesto en 10 North Ferry Street (Distrito de Zonificación MU-FW)
• Solicitudes de varianza para cercas de 8 pies (máximo de 6 pies) en 7 y 5 Washington Square (distrito MU-CI)
• Varianza para un letrero de pared de 78.5 sq ft (máximo de 24 sq ft) y un letrero independiente de 7.5 pies (máximo de 5 pies) en 64 Colvin Ave (distrito MU-NC)
• Varianza para una cobertura de lote impermeable del 42% (máximo del 30%) en 195 Euclid Avenue (distrito R-1L)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two requests for 8-foot fences at Washington Square and approved a wall and freestanding sign at 64 Colvin Avenue. A request for 42% impervious lot coverage at 195 Euclid Avenue was denied, and an appeal regarding a Zoning Compliance Certificate was tabled.

• Approved 8-foot fence height variance at 7 Washington Square (2-1-0)
• Approved 8-foot fence height variance at 5 Washington Square (2-1-0)
• Approved 78.5 sq ft wall sign at 64 Colvin Avenue (3-0-0)
• Approved 7.5 ft freestanding sign at 64 Colvin Avenue (3-0-0)
• Denied 42% impervious lot coverage variance at 195 Euclid Avenue (3-0-0)
• Tabled appeal of Zoning Compliance Certificate at 10 North Ferry Street (3-0-0)

Contract & Supply

La Junta de Contratos y Suministros aprobó contratos que incluyen un proyecto de mejoras exteriores de $130,711 para el Fire Engine #7 en 670 Clinton Avenue, un contrato de reparación de colisiones de $97,200 para toda la ciudad con Maaco, y un contrato de lavado de vehículos de flota de $7.75 por lavado con Broadway Car Wash. También corrigieron un contrato de equipo de cámara para el K9 de la policía de $26,658 a $28,658. Varias aperturas de licitación no recibieron propuestas para piezas de gas de vertedero y servicios de remolque.

• Se otorgó un contrato de $130,711 a Mid-State Industries para mejoras exteriores en el Fire Engine #7, 670 Clinton Avenue
• Se otorgó un contrato de $97,200 a Maaco Collision Repair para piezas y servicio de reparación de colisiones en toda la ciudad
• Se otorgó un contrato de $7.75 por lavado a Broadway Car Wash para servicios de lavado de vehículos de flota
• Se corrigió la adjudicación del contrato de equipo de cámara táctica para Policía K9 de $26,658 a $28,658 a K9 Storm, Inc.
• Se recibieron licitaciones para Servicios de Apertura y Restauración de Aceras de Minhas General Contractor, The Dom Construction Group, y Peter Luizzi & Bros. (aún sin adjudicación)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Albany llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una reunión para considerar varias propuestas de desarrollo. La agenda de consentimiento incluye una extensión de la aprobación para un edificio de uso mixto de 220 unidades en 1361 Broadway. Los puntos de la audiencia incluyen un permiso de uso condicional para la conversión de una casa adosada en 581 Clinton Avenue, un edificio de 34 unidades en 135 Ontario Street y tres revisiones de demolición por parte del Albany County Land Bank. Un punto (434 Elk Street) ha sido eliminado de la agenda.

• Agenda de consentimiento: Extensión de la aprobación de demolición para 1361 Broadway (220 unidades de vivienda, 135 espacios de estacionamiento)
• Permiso de Uso Condicional para 581 Clinton Avenue (conversión de casa adosada de 2 unidades a 3 unidades)
• 135 Ontario Street: Adición de 34 unidades con exención de estacionamiento fuera de la calle y revisión de SEQRA
• Revisiones de demolición para 256 First Street, 267 Second Street y 255 First Street por parte del Albany County Land Bank
• El punto CUP-2026-1 (434 Elk Street) fue eliminado de la agenda

The Planning Board approved multiple residential conversions and building additions. The board also approved extensions for a large development at 1361 Broadway and several demolition reviews for the Albany County Land Bank.

• Approved extension of development plan review for 1361 Broadway (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 581 Clinton Avenue (4-0)
• Approved SEQRA negative declaration for 135 Ontario Street (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 135 Ontario Street (4-0)
• Approved off-street parking waiver for 135 Ontario Street (4-0)
• Approved development plan review for 135 Ontario Street with conditions (4-0)
• Approved SEQRA negative declaration for 256 First Street (4-0)
• Approved demolition review for 256 First Street (4-0)

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Reparto está revisando una propuesta para arrendar un espacio en 520 Livingston Avenue a la Black Nurses Coalition, Inc. El acuerdo establecería una clínica de atención primaria dentro del Albany West Community Center. Además, la junta está revisando varias solicitudes de transferencia presupuestaria para departamentos de la ciudad.

• Arrendamiento de 1,259 pies cuadrados en 520 Livingston Avenue a Black Nurses Coalition, Inc. por $450.00 al mes
• Transferencia presupuestaria de $75,000.00 de General Services para cubrir facturas de contratistas de quitanieves y remoción de nieve
• Transferencia presupuestaria de $19,001.00 de Gasoline a Training/Conferences dentro de General Services
• Transferencia presupuestaria de $1,202.00 de Recreation Admin Contracted Line a Summer Programs Unfors

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

La Junta de Estimación y Asignación votará sobre tres transferencias presupuestarias que suman $95,203 y una ordenanza que autoriza el arrendamiento de una propiedad municipal en 520 Livingston Avenue a la Black Nurses Coalition para una clínica de atención primaria. El arrendamiento sería de 1,259 pies cuadrados a $450 por mes durante tres años. La junta también está considerando una transferencia de $75,000 para pagos del contratista de quitanieves y dos transferencias menores para capacitación y uniformes de programas de verano.

• Arrendamiento de 1,259 sq ft en 520 Livingston Ave a Black Nurses Coalition para una clínica de salud a $450/mes por 3 años
• Transferencia de $75,000 de la cuenta de Auto & Equipment a Contracted Services para facturas de remoción de nieve
• Transferencia de $19,001 de la cuenta de Gasoline a Training/Conferences por facturas excedentes
• Transferencia de $1,202 de Admin Contracted Line a Summer Programs Uniforms para pagos a proveedores
• La ordenanza que autoriza el arrendamiento requiere la aprobación del Common Council y está sujeta a la aprobación de la Junta de Estimación y Asignación

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment voted 5‑0 to approve Ordinance 6.32.26, authorizing a lease of a 1,259‑sq‑ft portion of 520 Livingston Avenue (Tax Map Parcel 65‑36‑1‑19) to the Black Nurses Coalition, Inc. The lease will allow the coalition to operate a primary‑care clinic at the Albany West Community Center. The ordinance takes effect immediately. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2026.

• Approved lease ordinance for 1,259‑sq‑ft portion of 520 Livingston Ave to Black Nurses Coalition (5‑0)

Municipal Civil Service Commission

The Albany Municipal Civil Service Commission approved the March 25 meeting minutes, upheld disqualifications for several police officer candidates, overturned one disqualification, and approved a resolution to update city rules with gender-neutral language.

• Approved March 25 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Upheld disqualifications for Police Officer #89059-010 (3-0)
• Upheld disqualifications for Police Officer #60038-510 (3-0)
• Upheld disqualifications for dismissed public servant candidate (3-0)
• Upheld disqualifications for dismissed private employee candidates (3-0)
• Upheld disqualifications for J.F. and P.M.B. (3-0)
• Overturned disqualification for candidate A.C. (3-0)
• Approved Gender Neutralization Resolution to update Municipal Civil Service Rules (3-0)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will vote on Local Law G of 2026, which creates an Office of Violence Prevention. It will also review Ordinance 5.31.26, an inclusionary zoning ordinance pending amendment. Additional agenda items include first‑time supporting legislation, previously introduced active legislation, and related supporting documents.

• Local Law G of 2026 (Hoey) – establishing an Office of Violence Prevention (majority consent)
• Ordinance 5.31.26 (Balarin) – Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance (pending amendment)
• Supporting legislation introduced for the first time
• Active legislation previously introduced and now under consideration
• Supporting documentation: FEAF Part 1, Part 2, Part 3

Commission on Human Rights

The Albany Commission on Human Rights will meet on April 6, 2026. The commission will discuss the community housing crisis and explore collaboration with the Fair Housing Office. It will also review bylaws with corporation counsel feedback, receive subcommittee updates, and allow limited public comment.

• Community Housing Crisis Discussion (New Business)
• Fair Housing Office Collaboration (New Business)
• Feedback on City of Albany Fair Housing Office Presentation (Old Business)
• CHR Bylaws review with Corporation Counsel feedback (Old Business)
• Updates from subcommittees on ceremony, investigations, communications, and budget

The commission unanimously approved the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes. In an executive session, the board adopted the award nominees without opposition. The meeting was then adjourned by an unopposed motion.

• Approved March 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted award nominees (unopposed)
• Adjourned meeting (unopposed)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

The Albany Common Council Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee will consider an ordinance authorizing the lease of a portion of 520 Livingston Avenue to the Black Nurses Coalition, Inc. for a primary care clinic.

• Ordinance 6.32.26: Lease of 520 Livingston Avenue to Black Nurses Coalition, Inc.
• Lease area: 1,259 square feet.
• Proposed use: Primary care clinic.
• Public comment period included.
• Requires approval by Corporation Counsel and Board of Estimate and Apportionment.

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee voted to move Ordinance 6.32.26, which authorizes leasing part of 520 Livingston Avenue to the Black Nurses Coalition, Inc., out of committee with a positive recommendation. The motion passed by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Moved Ordinance 6.32.26 (lease of 520 Livingston Ave) out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will review and approve the March 5 meeting minutes, receive department updates, and get a status report on the Climate Action Plan – Act Now Albany. Members will discuss and decide on dates for the April Policy Workshop, reviewing a list of possible dates and the workshop structure. Additional updates will be provided by the Energy and Biodiversity working groups and on outreach, social media, and 2026 EEO certifications.

• Review and approval of March 5 meeting minutes
• Climate Action Plan – Act Now Albany updates (survey results, open house)
• April Policy Workshop scheduling – potential dates: Apr 11, 12, 19, 22, 25, 26
• Working groups updates – Energy and Biodiversity
• Outreach and Education ideas and social media page updates

Municipal Water Finance Authority

The Albany Municipal Water Finance Authority will discuss grants, financings, and a public hearing. The board is voting on several resolutions regarding dam safety improvements and financial disbursements.

• Resolution 26–05: Disbursement to IRS ($146,768.00) and AMTEC ($600.00) for Series 2021A Arbitrage Rebate Computation
• Resolution 26–06: Supplemental Bond Resolution for Rensselaer Lake Dam Safety Improvements Project
• Resolution 26–07: Supplemental Bond Resolution for Basic Creek Reservoir Dam Safety Improvements Project
• Resolution 26–08: Disbursement to Cerity Partners for $2,500
• Public hearing regarding grants and financings

The Authority unanimously approved four resolutions: a $146,768 payment to the IRS and a $600 payment to AMTEC for an arbitrage rebate, supplemental bond amendments for the Rensselaer Lake and Basic Creek dam safety improvement projects, and a $2,500 disbursement to Cerity Partners. All motions were moved, seconded, and passed without objection.

• Approved $146,768 IRS disbursement (Resolution 26-05) – unanimous
• Approved $600 AMTEC disbursement (Resolution 26-05) – unanimous
• Approved supplemental bond amendment for Rensselaer Lake Dam Safety Improvements (Resolution 26-06) – unanimous
• Approved supplemental bond amendment for Basic Creek Reservoir Dam Safety Improvements (Resolution 26-07) – unanimous
• Approved $2,500 disbursement to Cerity Partners (Resolution 26-08) – unanimous

Public Safety Committee

The Albany Common Council Public Safety Committee will discuss Local Law F of 2026, which proposes establishing an Office of Violence Prevention and amending the city code to create a Violence Prevention Task Force. The legislation would transfer oversight of the existing task force to the new office and allocate funding for violence prevention programs.

• Local Law F of 2026: Establishing Office of Violence Prevention
• Amending Chapter 183 (Equity Agenda) regarding Violence Prevention Task Force
• Creating a 'Violence Prevention Task Force Funding' budget line
• Council Member Hoey (15th Ward) is the sponsor

The committee voted to move Local Law F of 2026 out of committee with the Mayor’s Office amendments, passing by voice vote with one abstention. The motion was made by Committee Member Mark Robinson, seconded by Chair Thomas Hoey, and approved. The committee also voted to adjourn the meeting by voice vote.

• Moved Local Law F of 2026 out of committee (voice vote, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Water Board

The Albany Water Board Governance Committee will approve minutes from the February 27, 2026 meeting and discuss strategic planning under the "North Stars" initiative. The committee will review internal controls, including the designation of authorized signatories for AWB checks, and vote to recommend Resolution 26-08, which authorizes the Chair, Treasurer, and Director of Fiscal Operations to execute checks on behalf of the board. An executive session will be held, and the next Governance Committee meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2026.

• Approve minutes of Governance Committee meeting from February 27, 2026
• Develop "North Stars" as part of board strategic planning
• Designate authorized signatories for Albany Water Board checks
• Vote to recommend Resolution 26-08 authorizing Chair, Treasurer, and Director of Fiscal Operations to execute checks
• Schedule additional Governance Committee meeting on April 24, 2026

The Governance Committee approved the February 27 minutes without objection. Members scheduled an additional meeting for April 24, 2026. The committee unanimously approved the revised commissioner annual performance evaluation form. Resolution 26-08 to authorize check signing was tabled for further review.

• Approved February 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled additional Governance Committee meeting on April 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved revised commissioner annual performance evaluation form (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 26-08 authorizing check signing for further review
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Water Board

The Albany Water Board will approve the February 27 minutes, hear an investment report, and receive staff updates on watershed projects, operations, and engineering. A finance report will present an arbitrage rebate computation of $20,520,000. The board will consider several resolutions authorizing water‑main work, procurement without competitive bidding, easements, change orders, and a $2,500 disbursement.

• Resolution 26-19 – Authorize C.T. Male Associates for additional water main replacement on Maiden Lane
• Resolution 26-21 – Determine procurement of monitoring technology from OptiRTC, Inc. is not subject to competitive bidding
• Resolution 26-26 – Approve Change Order FL-G-01 for Feura Bush WFP fluoridation, $22,051.81 to Gallo Construction
• Resolution 26-28 – Authorize disbursement of $2,500 to Cerity Partners
• Rate Advisor Report – Arbitrage rebate computation of $20,520,000 for Albany Municipal Water Finance Authority, Series 2021A

The Albany Water Board approved several resolutions, including authorizing C.T. Male Associates for additional water‑main work on Maiden Lane, approving work orders and change orders with OptiRTC, Gallo Construction, and Spring Electric, and authorizing easement and billing adjustments. One procurement request for continuous monitoring technology was deferred pending a proposal. All actions were passed unanimously.

• Authorized C.T. Male Associates for additional water‑main segment (Maiden Lane) – unanimous
• Authorized Work Order No. 9 with OptiRTC, Inc. – unanimous
• Deferred procurement of continuous monitoring technology from OptiRTC, Inc. – unanimous (deferred)
• Authorized Chairman to execute easements and terminate existing easements at 60 Colvin Avenue – unanimous
• Authorized billings adjustments for Crossgates Commons – unanimous
• Authorized Chairman to execute crossing agreement with Albany Road Solar, LLC – unanimous
• Authorized extension of agreement with JB Tree Specialist – unanimous
• Approved Change Order FL‑G‑01 (Fluoridation, Gallo Construction, $22,051.81) – unanimous

Public Safety Committee

The Albany Common Council Public Safety Committee is scheduled to discuss Local Law E of 2026, which would amend the city code to establish a process for investigating and penalizing unlawful speed contests, sideshows, and races. The proposed law includes definitions for specific driving maneuvers and outlines procedures for the warrantless seizure of vehicles involved in these offenses.

• Local Law E of 2026 (Powell) to amend Chapter 359 regarding unlawful speed contests, sideshows, and races
• Discussion on Violence Prevention in the City of Albany
• Public comment period scheduled

The Public Safety Committee voted to move Local Law E of 2026 out of committee, giving it a positive recommendation. The motion was made by Deirdre Brodie, seconded by William Williamson, and passed by voice vote. The committee then voted to adjourn the meeting, also by voice vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Moved Local Law E of 2026 out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Contract & Supply

The Board of Contract and Supply adopted the agenda and approved bids for the Frisbie Avenue Rehabilitation & Bicycle Pedestrian Infrastructure Project. The project will be managed by the City Engineering Department.

• Approved bid for Frisbie Avenue Rehabilitation & Bicycle Pedestrian Infrastructure Project
• Peter Luizzi & Bros. Contracting, Inc. submitted the lowest bid of $3,070,291.75
• James H. Maloy, Inc. submitted the second lowest bid of $2,853,000.00

Human Resources and Human Rights Committee

The Human Resources and Human Rights Committee will consider Resolution 15.31.26R to reappoint Thomas Mueller to the Commission on Human Rights for a three‑year term ending August 21, 2028. The meeting will also include interviews of prospective applicants for the commission and a discussion with the Chief Compliance Officer. Public comment will be accepted in person or online.

• Resolution 15.31.26R: reappoint Thomas Mueller to the Commission on Human Rights (term until Aug 21, 2028)
• Interviewing prospective applicants for appointment to the Commission on Human Rights
• Discussion with the Chief Compliance Officer

The Human Resources and Human Rights Committee approved a positive recommendation to move Resolution 15.31.26R, which reappoints Thomas Mueller to the Commission on Human Rights, out of committee by voice vote. The committee also voted to recommend the candidate chosen in executive session for appointment to the Commission, passing by voice vote (one abstention). The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Motion to move Resolution 15.31.26R out of committee with positive recommendation – passed by voice vote
• Motion to recommend the candidate selected in executive session for appointment to the Commission – passed by voice vote (Zamer abstained)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting – passed by voice vote

Municipal Civil Service Commission

The Albany Municipal Civil Service Commission met on March 23, 2026 to consider several personnel matters. The agenda included approval of prior meeting minutes, reports on examinations and appointments, and the creation and amendment of job specifications. The commission will create a new Director position for the Community Advocacy Response Team and amend specifications for a Compliance Coordinator and the Director of AHA Security Operations. The meeting also addressed non‑selections and other new business.

• Approval of February 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Report of Fire Lieutenant promotional exam (Exam #70028-150) with deadline 05/27/2026
• Creation of new Director of the Community Advocacy Response Team position
• Amendment of job specification for Compliance Coordinator
• Amendment of job specification for Director of AHA Security Operations

The commission approved the minutes from the February 25, 2026 meeting. It then unanimously voted to uphold the non‑selection and disqualification of the Library Assistant #63‑341 candidate and of candidates for three police officer positions (IDs 89059‑010, 60021‑420, and 60038‑510). All motions passed and were carried.

• Approved February 25, 2026 meeting minutes (motion passed and carried)
• Uphold non‑selection of Library Assistant #63‑341 (unanimous approval)
• Uphold non‑selection of Police Officer #89059‑010 (unanimous approval)
• Uphold non‑selection of Police Officer #60021‑420 (unanimous approval)
• Uphold non‑selection of Police Officer #60038‑510 (unanimous approval)

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

The Public, Education and Government Access Oversight Board will consider approval of the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes. The board will receive the Treasurer’s, Chair’s, and Studio Coordinator’s reports, and address any unfinished or new business items. No specific contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed.

• Approval of February 19, 2026 minutes
• Treasurer’s Report
• Chair’s Report
• Studio Coordinator’s Report
• Public Comment

The board approved a correction to the February meeting minutes after a motion by McLaughlin and a second by Daniels; the motion passed unanimously. The board also approved the treasurer’s report on pending studio coordinator payments after a motion by Brown and a second by McLaughlin; that motion also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Brown, seconded by Daniels.

• Approved corrected February minutes (unanimously)
• Approved treasurer’s report on pending studio coordinator payments (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

The Albany Commission on Monuments and Public Art will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting. Members will discuss revisions to proposal forms, communication tools and online resources, and community‑engagement efforts. The session will conclude with a period for public comment.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of February 26, 2026 minutes
• Discussion of proposal form revisions
• Discussion of communication tools and online resources
• Community‑engagement discussion

The commission voted to adjourn the meeting, with the motion passing unanimously. No formal actions such as approvals or denials were recorded. The board discussed using social media, developing a public‑art inventory, and coordinating with city IT, but these items were not decided.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026 was postponed because the board lacked a quorum. The postponement allows new member Dr. Lani Jones time to complete eligibility requirements. A future meeting date will be set and notice issued in accordance with city and state public‑meeting laws.

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The City Clerk is accepting public comments on Accessory Entertainment License applications for Rilaxx Tavern and RuLAXx Tavern on Sheridan Avenue. Written testimony will be distributed to the Accessory Entertainment Committee.

• Rilaxx Tavern (Sheridan Ave) - Accessory Entertainment License Application
• RuLAXx Tavern (4 Sheridan Ave) - Accessory Entertainment License Application
• Deadline for public comment: Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:59pm
• Written testimony to be distributed to Accessory Entertainment Committee

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

The Albany Common Council will consider a resolution to reappoint Donald Hyman to the Public, Education and Government Access Oversight Board and an ordinance that would adjust affordable housing requirements for new developments.

• Reappointment of Donald Hyman to PEG Oversight Board
• Ordinance amending Chapter 375 (Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance)
• Adjustment of affordable housing requirement percentages
• Alternative compliance payment of $50,000 per unit to Housing Trust Fund
• Exceptions for senior living facilities

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee voted by voice to move Resolution 16.32.26R, which reappoints Donald Hyman to the PEGAOB, out of committee with a positive recommendation. The committee also moved Ordinance 5.31.26, amending the Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance’s affordable housing requirements, out of committee as amended with a positive recommendation. A motion to adjourn the meeting passed by voice vote.

• Moved Resolution 16.32.26R (reappointing Donald Hyman) out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Moved Ordinance 5.31.26 (amending affordable housing requirements) out of committee as amended with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Contract & Supply

The Board of Contract and Supply reviewed bids for fire station improvements and approved several contracts and change orders. The board awarded a major infrastructure project to New Castle Paving LLC and approved funding increases for City Hall and the Albany West Recreation Center.

• Awarded $6,070,807.78 contract to New Castle Paving LLC for Complete Streets & Lead Service Replacement
• Approved $72,875 increase (Change Order No. 7) for Albany West Recreation Center, bringing total value to $14,268,367.00
• Approved $122,354.55 increase (Change Order No. 6) for City Hall Roof Replacement Project, bringing total value to $11,805,765.67
• Reviewed bids for Albany Fire Department Engine #7 Exterior Improvements at 670 Clinton Avenue, with bids ranging from $126,811.00 to $335,000.00

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment is meeting to review budget transfer requests for the Albany Police Department. These requests involve moving funds to cover equipment purchases and contracted services.

• Budget transfer of $73,226.00 for the purchase of a Bobcat Toolcat for Building Maintenance
• Budget transfer of $16,000.00 from Central Booking Salaries to Contracted Services for Industrial Medicine Associates and Alliance Technologies

At the March 17, 2026 meeting, the Board of Estimate & Apportionment voted on a motion presented by Darius Shahinfar and seconded by Meghan Keegan. The motion was approved with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded in the minutes.

• Motion presented by Darius Shahinfar, seconded by Meghan Keegan, approved 4-0

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will discuss and vote on Majority Consent Ordinance 6.32.26, which authorizes a lease of Albany West at 520 Livingston Avenue. The meeting will also review supporting documents for Ordinance 4.31.26 (SEAF Part I and Part II) and Resolution 17.32.26R. Additional supporting and active legislation PDFs are listed for reference.

• Majority Consent Ordinance 6.32.26 – lease of Albany West, 520 Livingston Avenue
• Ordinance 4.31.26 – SEAF Part I (supporting document)
• Ordinance 4.31.26 – SEAF Part II (supporting document)
• Resolution 17.32.26R – supporting document
• Supporting and active legislation PDFs for review

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board meeting scheduled for March 12, 2026 has been postponed. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision. The board will issue a notice of the next meeting in accordance with city and state law.

Historic Resources Commission

The Albany Historic Resources Commission will hold a public hearing on March 12, 2026. It will consider a concept review for a new exterior vestibule entry and roof‑mounted mechanical equipment at 10 Willett Street in the Washington Park Historic District. It will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolishing the structure at 45 Second Avenue in the South End‑Groesbeckville Historic District. Residents may submit written comments at least 48 hours in advance or request to speak at least 24 hours ahead.

• Concept review request for a new exterior vestibule and roof‑mounted equipment at 10 Willett Street (Washington Park Historic District)
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for demolition of the building at 45 Second Avenue (South End‑Groesbeckville Historic District)
• Written comments accepted by email to [email protected] at least 48 hours before the meeting
• Public speakers must request to speak at least 24 hours in advance, providing name, project, and municipality
• Meeting streamed on YouTube; application documents available at the city website

The Historic Resources Commission discussed two applications. For 10 Willett Street, it recommended using rusticated cast stone on the vestibule's southwest corner and providing renderings for the public hearing. For 45 Second Avenue, the commission voted 4‑0 to defer the demolition request, requiring a structural report and a meeting with the South End Neighborhood Association.

• Recommended rusticated cast stone and renderings for vestibule at 10 Willett St (no vote)
• Deferred demolition application for 45 Second Ave, requiring structural report and neighborhood meeting (4-0)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council is reviewing legislation to penalize unlawful speed contests and establish an Office of Violence Prevention. The body is also considering zoning changes for 164 Delaware Avenue and restrictions on commercial vehicle parking.

• Local Law E of 2026: Authority to penalize unlawful speed contests, sideshows, and races
• Local Law F of 2026: Establishing an Office of Violence Prevention
• Ordinance 4.31.26: Rezoning 164 Delaware Avenue from Land Conservation (LC) to Mixed-Use Neighborhood Edge (MU-NE)
• Ordinance 3.22.26: Restricting commercial vehicle parking to two vehicles per block per household or business
• Resolution 19.32.26R: Transfer of budgeted funds and change in authorized positions for the 2026 City Budget

The Common Council caucus discussed violence‑prevention funding, school‑zone speed cameras, and other public‑safety topics. No formal actions were taken on those issues. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Council Member Hoey was approved by voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

At the March 11 meeting, the Board of Zoning Appeals will hear proposals to amend zoning requirements for several properties. Applicants will request a higher impervious‑lot coverage limit, approval for multi‑unit dwellings in a district where they are not permitted, and a sign height increase beyond the district maximum. The Board will hear presentations and take public comment on each request.

• AV-2025-16 – 195 Euclid Avenue: request to allow 42% impervious lot coverage (max 30%) in Residential Single‑Family Low Density (R‑1L) district.
• UV-2025-4 – 41 Ten Broeck Street: request new four‑story, 9‑unit townhouse building in Residential Townhouse (R‑T) district where such use is not permitted.
• UV-2026-1 – 4 Madison Place: request new three‑story, 8‑unit townhouse building in Residential Townhouse (R‑T) district where such use is not permitted.
• AV-2025-17 – 581 Central Avenue: request replacement/relocation of a 32 sq ft post‑and‑panel sign, height 15 ft (max 5 ft) in Mixed‑Use Form‑Based Central Avenue (MU‑FC) district.

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied the AV‑2025‑16 variance to increase impervious lot coverage to 42% (vote 2‑1) and then tabled the same item (vote 3‑0). It approved AV‑2025‑17 to allow a 15‑foot sign and issue a Negative Declaration under SEQR (vote 2‑1) before tabling it (vote 3‑0). Two townhouse projects, UV‑2025‑4 and UV‑2026‑1, were deferred pending satisfaction of public comments (both votes 3‑0).

• AV-2025-16 denied (vote 2-1)
• AV-2025-16 tabled (vote 3-0)
• UV-2025-4 deferred pending comments (vote 3-0)
• UV-2026-1 deferred pending comments (vote 3-0)
• AV-2025-17 approved and Negative Declaration issued under SEQR (vote 2-1)
• AV-2025-17 tabled (vote 3-0)

Planning Board

The Albany Planning Board will hold a public hearing on three development applications. One proposes a four‑story addition with 44 dwelling units at 222 Spruce Street, another seeks conversion of floors 3‑10 into 120 units at 52‑54 State Street, and a third requests demolition of a 2,600‑sq‑ft commercial building at 161 Washington Avenue Extension. Each project is listed as under consideration with the appropriate review type.

• 44‑unit, four‑story addition at 222 Spruce Street (Development Plan Review – SEQRA determination)
• 120‑unit conversion of floors 3‑10 at 52‑54 State Street (Concept Review)
• Demolition of a ~2,600 SF commercial building at 161 Washington Avenue Extension (Demolition Review)

The Planning Board approved the Development Plan Review for 222 Spruce Street (DPR-2025-44) with several conditions. The board also issued a Negative Declaration under SEQRA for the same project. A demolition review for 161 Washington Avenue Extension (DR-2025-16) was approved, accompanied by a SEQRA Negative Declaration. No action was taken on the development plan for 52‑54 State Street (DPR-2026-5).

• SEQRA Negative Declaration for DPR-2025-44 (3-0-0)
• Approved DPR-2025-44 Development Plan Review with conditions (3-0-0)
• SEQRA Negative Declaration for DR-2025-16 (3-0-0)
• Approved DR-2025-16 Demolition Review (3-0-0)
• No action taken on DPR-2026-5 Development Plan Review (3-0-0)

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

The Task Force on the Municipal Flag will accept the minutes from its February 9 meeting, open a public comment period, and hold a discussion with Chief Information Technology Officer Daniel Shyne about creating a website and the details of a flag‑design contest, including submissions, public voting, and AI detection. No formal decisions are recorded on the agenda.

• Accept minutes of the February 9 Task Force meeting
• Public comment session
• Discussion with CIO Daniel Shyne on building a website
• Review of contest details: submissions, public voting, AI detection

The task force approved the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting. Members discussed the upcoming municipal‑flag website, its technology platform, and verification methods for voter residency. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Accepted February 9, 2026 minutes (motion moved by Liz Richards‑Hart, seconded by Bryan Fonder)
• Adjourned meeting (motion moved by Jamie Sottile, seconded by Liz Richards‑Hart, passed by voice vote)

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee is reviewing a proposal to limit commercial vehicle parking on city blocks. The body will also discuss a zoning change for parcels on Delaware Avenue and a resolution regarding the City of Albany Capital Resource Corporation.

• Ordinance 3.22.26: Restricts commercial vehicle parking to two vehicles per block per household or business
• Ordinance 4.31.26: Proposed zoning change for 164 Delaware Avenue and Pt. 164 Delaware Avenue from Land Conservation (LC) to Mixed-Use Neighborhood Edge (MU-NE)
• Resolution 14.31.26R: Amends the City of Albany Capital Resource Corporation’s certificate of incorporation to authorize issuing obligations to finance projects

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee voted by voice to move Ordinance 4.31.26, which changes the zoning of 164 Delaware Avenue, out of committee with a positive recommendation. The Committee also voted by voice to move Resolution 14.31.26R, amending the Capital Resource Corporation certificate, out of committee with a positive recommendation. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Moved Ordinance 4.31.26 out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Moved Resolution 14.31.26R out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The City Clerk is accepting public comments on an Accessory Entertainment License application for The Vault, located at 60 State Street. Written testimony will be distributed to the Accessory Entertainment Committee. Comments are due by Monday, March 09, 2026, at 11:59pm.

• Public comment period for Accessory Entertainment License application
• Written testimony to be distributed to Accessory Entertainment Committee
• Comment deadline: Monday, March 09, 2026, 11:59pm
• Applicant: Kevin Yang, Business: The Vault
• Location: 60 State Street, Albany, NY 12207

Contract & Supply

The Board decided to award several contracts for city equipment, maintenance, and supplies. The body also authorized new bid advertisements for various city services and rejected previous bids for fire department exterior improvements.

• Awarded $26,658.00 contract to K9 Storm, Inc. for K9 Tactical Camera Equipment
• Awarded Hydrofluosilicic Acid purchase to Slack Chemical Company, Inc. at $5,907.00 per dry ton
• Authorized new bids for Engine #7 exterior improvements at 670 Clinton Avenue
• Authorized bids for towing, sidewalk restoration, and RAVO equipment maintenance
• Awarded heavy and light suspension work to Watkins Spring Co. Inc. with labor rates from $100.00 to $210.00

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment will consider a Common Council resolution that transfers budgeted funds to raise the salary for the Deputy Mayor and the Deputy Commissioner of Administrative Services for the 2026 budget, increasing expenditures by roughly $19,000 and $27,000. The meeting also includes several budget transfer requests, such as $27,000 for Youth and Workforce Services, $867,000 for Albany Parking Authority reimbursements, $90,000 for a processing fee, and $115,125 for miscellaneous General Services items. All items are presented for approval or discussion.

• Resolution to increase Deputy Mayor salary to $162,930 (up from $133,600)
• Resolution to increase Deputy Commissioner of Admin Services salary to $128,000 (up from $104,810)
• Budget transfer request of $27,000 for Youth and Workforce Services
• Budget transfer request of $867,000 for Albany Parking Authority reimbursements
• Budget transfer request of $90,000 for a processing fee

The Common Council adopted Resolution 4.12.26R, approving a transfer of budgeted funds to raise the salary for the Deputy Mayor to $162,930 and for the Deputy Commissioner of Administrative Services to $128,000. The vote was 9‑1 in favor. The changes increase 2026 expenditures by about $19,000 for the Mayor’s Office and $27,000 for the Department of Administrative Services.

• Approved salary increase for Deputy Mayor to $162,930 (vote 9-1)
• Approved salary increase for Deputy Commissioner of Administrative Services to $128,000 (vote 9-1)
• Approved transfer of budgeted funds affecting salary rates for both positions (vote 9-1)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will review legislation introduced for the first time and legislation previously introduced that is now active. Majority‑consent items include a lot line adjustment and a proposed rezoning map for the Sunshine School property. A resolution from the Commissioner of Deeds will also be considered.

• Introduction of new legislation (first‑time filing)
• Consideration of previously introduced active legislation
• Majority‑consent approval of Sunshine School lot line adjustment
• Majority‑consent review of Sunshine School proposed rezoning map (ZMA 0019)
• Consideration of Commissioner of Deeds resolution for 2025‑2026

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will review the ReImagine Albany coalition support letter and discuss the Act Now Albany climate action plan. The group will also select a date for an April policy workshop and an Earth Day event.

• Review of ReImagine Albany coalition support letter
• Discussion of Act Now Albany climate action plan
• Selection of April policy workshop date
• Planning for March 24 climate action plan open house
• Review of April 11, 12, 19, 22, 25, and 26 workshop options

The Sustainability Commission approved the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes with no corrections, voting unanimously. The February 2026 meeting had been cancelled. The commission then adjourned the March 5 meeting unanimously.

• Approved Jan 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The Accessory Entertainment Committee will review an Accessory Entertainment (cabaret) license application submitted by CLW Bar and Restaurant, LLC d/b/a The Boulevard, located at 125 Southern Blvd. The applicant is Cheri L. West. Members of the public may submit written comments by Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

• Accessory Entertainment License Application for The Boulevard
• Applicant: CLW Bar and Restaurant, LLC d/b/a The Boulevard (Cheri L. West)
• Location: 125 Southern Blvd, Albany, NY 12209
• Public comment deadline: March 5, 2026, 11:59 pm
• Comments to be distributed to the Accessory Entertainment Committee

Human Resources and Human Rights Committee

The Human Resources and Human Rights Committee is discussing Local Law D of 2026. This legislation proposes changing the reporting structure of the Office of Cultural Affairs so it reports directly to the Mayor instead of the Department of Administrative Services.

• Local Law D of 2026: Amends Article XIV of the City Code regarding the Department of Administrative Services and the Office of Cultural Affairs

The committee voted by voice to move Local Law D of 2026 out of the Human Resources and Human Rights Committee with a positive recommendation. The motion was made by Deborah Zamer, seconded by Ginnie Farrell, and passed by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a voice‑vote motion.

• Moved Local Law D of 2026 out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Law, Buildings and Code Enforcement Committee

The Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement Committee will consider Ordinance 1.21.26, which amends Chapters 251 and 232 of the City Code to prohibit smoking, vaping, and related products in city parks, recreation areas, and within 50 feet of those sites, as well as within 100 feet of health‑care facilities and inside bus shelters. Violations would be punishable by a $50 fine and the city would be required to post “No Smoking” signage, though lack of signs is not a defense. The ordinance would take effect 30 days after final passage, and the meeting includes a public comment period.

• Ordinance 1.21.26 amends Chapter 251 to ban smoking within 50 ft of parks, recreation centers, sport fields, pools, and playgrounds
• Amends Chapter 232 to ban smoking within 100 ft of health‑care facilities and inside bus shelters
• Violations carry a fine of up to $50 per offense
• City must post “No Smoking” or “Smoke Free” signs in the affected areas
• Ordinance becomes effective 30 days after final passage

The Law, Buildings and Code Enforcement Committee voted to move Ordinance 1.21.26, which amends the city code to prohibit smoking products near at‑risk populations, out of committee with a positive recommendation. The motion was made by Committee Member Keegan, seconded by Robinson, and passed by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Moved Ordinance 1.21.26 out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission on Human Rights will meet to discuss its bylaws with Corporation Counsel and receive a presentation from the City of Albany Fair Housing Office. The body will also review feedback regarding the Black History Month Program.

• Presentation by the City of Albany Fair Housing Office
• Discussion of CHR Bylaws with Corporation Counsel
• Feedback on Black History Month Program
• Updates from subcommittees on investigations, budget, and communications

The Commission on Human Rights unanimously approved the February 2, 2026 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m. No other substantive actions were decided during the session.

• Approved February 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Water Board

The Albany Water Board Governance Committee will approve the minutes from the January 23, 2026 meeting and discuss strategic planning for the North Stars initiative with Joseph DeGiovine. It will review bylaws and policies, including designating authorized signatories for disbursements (Resolution 26-08) and adopting a Records Management and Retention Policy (Resolution 26-17). An executive session may be held if needed, and the next committee meeting is scheduled for March 27, 2026.

• Approve minutes of Governance Committee meeting from January 23, 2026
• Develop North Stars strategic plan with Joseph DeGiovine, Feura Bush Water Treatment Plant Facilities Manager
• Resolution 26-08: Authorize Chair, Vice Chair and Director of Fiscal Operations to execute checks
• Resolution 26-17: Adopt Records Management and Retention Policy
• Potential executive session to discuss confidential matters

The Governance Committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2026 meeting unanimously. Members discussed strategic planning, internal controls, and the commissioner evaluation process. A draft Records Management and Retention Policy was presented and the committee unanimously recommended Resolution 26-08 (check‑signing authority) and Resolution 26-17 (adoption of the policy) to the full Board. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Jan 23, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Resolution 26-08 authorizing Chair, Treasurer and Director of Fiscal Operations to execute checks (unanimous)
• Recommended Resolution 26-17 adoption of Records Management and Retention Policy (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Water Board

The Albany Water Board will consider a series of resolutions authorizing various contracts, property acquisitions, easements, and policy adoptions. Items include authorizing check signing authority, executing agreements for property access and grant matching, and adopting a records management policy. The board will also vote on awarding a Master Services Agreement to Northpoint Technologies.

• Resolution 26-13 – Awarding Master Services Agreement to Northpoint Technologies
• Resolution 26-14 – Amendment to Water Purchase Agreement with Town of Bethlehem
• Resolution 26-11 – Purchase and acquisition of 165 Orange Street
• Resolution 26-18 – Disposition of a vacuum truck to City of Albany General Services at fair market value
• Capital Project – Replacement of water main on the bridge over the NYS Thruway at Delaware Avenue

The board approved the meeting minutes without objection. It unanimously passed a series of resolutions authorizing agreements such as a Master Services Agreement with Northpoint Technologies, a green‑infrastructure grant, and the adoption of a records‑management policy. The only item not approved was Resolution 26‑08, which was deferred for further discussion on internal‑control procedures. No new business or executive session was held.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Resolution 26‑08 – authorizing chair, treasurer and fiscal director to execute checks
• Approved Resolution 26‑09 – license agreement for Hickey Property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑10 – negative environmental declaration for Hickey Property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑11 – purchase and acquisition of 165 Orange Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑12 – green infrastructure grant program agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑13 – Master Services Agreement to Northpoint Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑17 – adoption of Records Management and Retention Policy (unanimous)

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

The Albany Commission on Monuments and Public Art will approve its meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 29, 2026 meeting. Committee chairs will give reports and announcements, and members will discuss the status of ongoing projects. The session will conclude with a period for public comment.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of January 29, 2026 minutes
• Reports and announcements from chair, vice chair, and committee leads
• Discussion of ongoing projects or pending decisions
• Public comment

The commission moved to approve the January 29, 2026 meeting minutes and agenda, a motion made by Chairperson Craig Gravina and seconded by Vice Chairperson Dayonna Bowles; the outcome of that vote was not recorded. The members discussed charter amendments, online proposal forms, and coordination with other city departments. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Motion to approve Jan 29, 2026 minutes and agenda made (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Municipal Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to report on provisional and non-competitive appointments across city departments. The body is also reviewing amendments to specific job specifications and discussing the 2026 NYSAPCSO Annual Conference.

• Provisional appointments for Deputy Chief City Auditor, Director of Library Security, and Senior Crisis Caseworker
• Non-Competitive HELPS Program appointment for a Dispatcher in Water & Water Supply
• Non-selection/disqualification of numerous candidates for Firefighter #60001-460 due to no response to canvass
• Amendments to job specifications for Compliance Coordinator
• Amendments to job specifications for Director of Purchasing and M/WBE Program

The Municipal Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the January 28, 2026 meeting. It also approved the creation of new job specifications for the Compliance Coordinator and for the Director of Purchasing and M/WBE Program. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Jan 28, 2026 meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved new job specifications for Compliance Coordinator (passed)
• Approved new job specifications for Director of Purchasing and M/WBE Program (passed)

Human Resources and Human Rights Committee

The Albany Common Council Committee on Human Resources and Human Rights is scheduled to discuss Local Law D of 2026. The legislation would amend the city code to move the Office of Cultural Affairs from the Department of Administrative Services to report directly to the Mayor. The meeting is set for Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

• Local Law D of 2026: Amends Article XIV to move Office of Cultural Affairs reporting structure
• Public comment period scheduled for in-person or online
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall
• Legislation to take effect immediately upon passage
• No fiscal impact expected for the 2026 budget

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will discuss zoning changes, affordable housing requirements, and smoking prohibitions. The body is also considering a resolution to extend the financing authority of the City of Albany Capital Resource Corporation.

• Ordinance 4.31.26: Zoning change for 164 Delaware Avenue from Land Conservation (LC) to Mixed-Use Neighborhood Edge (MU-NE)
• Ordinance 5.31.26: Adjustments and exceptions to affordable housing requirements
• Ordinance 1.21.26: Prohibiting smoking products and limiting proximity to at-risk populations
• Ordinance 3.22.26: Restricting commercial vehicle parking to two per block per household or business
• Resolution 14.31.26R: Amending the City of Albany Capital Resource Corporation’s Certificate of Incorporation to continue issuing obligations for project financing

Council members discussed possible staff support services and the potential move of the Violence Prevention Coordinator to the Mayor’s Office, with no formal actions taken. No votes were held on policy or budget items. The meeting was adjourned at 5:54 PM after a motion by Member Hoey, seconded by Member Robinson, passed by voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Contract & Supply

The Albany Board of Contract and Supply authorized advertisements for several city services and reviewed bids received on February 20, 2026. It approved bid advertisements for city‑wide collision repair, fleet car wash services, and the Frisbie Avenue rehabilitation project. The board awarded the fire department’s Engine #7 exterior improvements contract to Best Restoration Services for $245,000 and a plumbing maintenance contract to Farrell Bros., Inc. for $48,750.

• Authorized advertisement for City‑Wide Collision Repair, Parts, and Service (no bid deposit required).
• Authorized advertisement for City Fleet Car Wash Services (no bid deposit required).
• Authorized advertisement for Frisbie Avenue Rehabilitation and Bicycle/Pedestrian Infrastructure Project with a 5% bid bond requirement.
• Awarded Albany Fire Department Engine #7 exterior improvements contract to Best Restoration Services, Inc. for $245,000.
• Awarded Maintenance Contract for Plumbing Work for Various City‑owned Buildings to Farrell Bros., Inc. for $48,750.

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment will consider a budget transfer request totaling $62,863.13 for the Youth and Workforce Services Department to cover vendor invoices, uniforms, travel expenses, and salaries for 2025. It will also review a legal settlement of $2,500 to resolve claims by Hind Mohammed arising from a slip‑and‑fall lawsuit. The meeting includes routine procedural items and a reminder of the next meeting date.

• Transfer $62,863.13 from Youth and Workforce Services to Contracted Services for vendor invoices (GD.6291.7410 → GD.6291.7440)
• Uniforms expense transfer of $3,637.20
• Travel expenses transfer of $8,562.10
• Salaries transfer of $20,671.34
• Legal settlement payment of $2,500 to Hind Mohammed (check payable to Phelan, Phelan & Danek, LLP)

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment voted 4‑0 to approve a $62,863.13 transfer of Youth and Workforce Services funds to Contracted Services for 2025 vendor expenses. It also approved a $2,500 settlement of the Hind Mohammed slip‑and‑fall claim. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 6, 2026.

• Approved $62,863.13 budget transfer for Youth and Workforce Services (4‑0)
• Approved $2,500 legal settlement with Hind Mohammed (4‑0)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for March 6, 2026

Public Safety Committee

The Albany Common Council’s Public Safety Committee is holding an emergency meeting on February 19 at 5:30 PM. The committee will discuss a personnel matter relating to the CPRB. Public comment will be accepted in person, online, or by email.

• Discussion of a personnel matter concerning the CPRB

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The agenda for the February 19, 2026, meeting consists of procedural boilerplate and references to supporting documents. No specific legislative actions, dollar amounts, or project details are listed in the provided text.

• Commissioner of Deeds Resolution 2025-2026

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

The Public, Education and Government Access Oversight Board will consider approval of the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes. It will hear a public comment period, the Treasurer's Report, the Chair's Report, and the Studio Coordinator's Report. The board will also address any unfinished business, introduce new business, and make miscellaneous announcements before adjourning.

• Approval of Minutes – January 15, 2026
• Treasurer's Report
• Chair’s Report
• Studio Coordinator's Report
• Public Comment

The board approved the minutes from the January meeting by unanimous vote. The treasurer’s report, noting no new spending, was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved January minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Adjourned (unanimous)

Community Police Review Board

The scheduled February 12, 2026 Community Police Review Board meeting was canceled because a quorum was not present. Consequently, none of the agenda items—including public comment, officer nominations, and complaint reviews—were acted upon.

• Officer nominations (new business)
• Discussion of selecting legal service providers
• Discussion of selecting investigative service providers
• Discussion of educational community events
• Review of complaints (e.g., CC2022-003, CC2023-021, CC2024-016, etc.)

Council Operations and Ethics Committee

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council is meeting to decide on several local laws and ordinances. Key items include changes to senior citizen tax exemption renewals and new restrictions on commercial vehicle parking.

• Local Law B: Allowing affidavits to replace annual renewal applications for senior citizens tax exemptions after five consecutive years
• Ordinance 3.22.26: Restricting commercial vehicle parking to two vehicles per block per household or business
• Ordinance 2.21.26: Granting a permanent easement at 5 Mill Rd to Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation for the Normanskill Gas Regulator Station project
• Local Law C: Adding a Majority Whip position for the Common Council and adjusting elective officer salaries
• Resolution 3.12.26R: Confirming the appointment of Miriam Dixon as Commissioner of Administrative Services

The council voted to adjourn the meeting by voice vote. It decided to take Resolution 12.22.26R out of order after public comment. Because the Operations and Ethics Committee lacked a quorum, the council will interview the mayor’s candidate for Commissioner of Administrative Services during the caucus. Background checks were waived for commissioner‑level appointments.

• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)
• Resolution 12.22.26R taken out of order after public comment
• Proceed with interview of mayor’s commissioner candidate despite lack of committee quorum
• Waived background checks for commissioner‑level appointments

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

The Task Force on the Municipal Flag will meet to discuss the adoption of bylaws and hold leadership elections. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Adoption of bylaws
• Leadership elections

The Task Force on the Municipal Flag adopted its bylaws by voice vote. Jamie Sottile was elected chair, Bryan Fonder vice‑chair, and Ben Houck secretary, each also by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Adopted Task Force bylaws (voice vote)
• Elected Jamie Sottile as Chair (voice vote)
• Elected Bryan Fonder as Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Elected Ben Houck as Secretary (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Historic Resources Commission

The Historic Resources Commission will hold a public hearing to consider certificate of appropriateness requests. One request concerns a garage door modification at 125 Jefferson Street in the Center Square/Hudson Park historic district. Additional requests seek approval for a two‑story building at 70 Grand Street and four three‑story buildings at 108‑114 Grand Street in the Mansion historic district.

• Certificate of appropriateness request to modify an existing garage bay door and install a new door at 125 Jefferson Street (Center Square/Hudson Park historic district)
• Certificate of appropriateness request to construct a two‑story structure at 70 Grand Street (Mansion historic district)
• Certificate of appropriateness requests to construct four three‑story structures at 108‑110‑112‑114 Grand Street (Mansion historic district)

The commission approved a retroactive Certificate of Appropriateness for 125 Jefferson St, allowing a garage door modification with the condition that the vertical door remain horizontal. It also approved a two‑story construction at 70 Grand Street with design conditions on transom, oriel, and brick color. Additionally, the commission approved four three‑story buildings at 108‑114 Grand Street, imposing detailed façade and cornice requirements.

• Approved retroactive Certificate of Appropriateness for 125 Jefferson St (vote 6‑0)
• Approved two‑story construction at 70 Grand Street with design conditions (vote 6‑0)
• Approved four three‑story buildings at 108‑114 Grand Street with façade and cornice conditions (vote 6‑0)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee will discuss updating the senior citizen property tax renewal process and establishing a Majority Whip position. The body is also reviewing budget transfers for the Departments of Recreation and Youth and Workforce.

• Local Law B: Allows seniors with 5 consecutive years of tax exemption to use an affidavit instead of annual renewal applications
• Local Law C: Establishes a Majority Whip position for the Common Council with an annual salary of $28,000
• Resolution 5.12.26R: Proposed budget transfers and staffing changes for Recreation and Youth and Workforce departments
• Ordinance 2.21.26: Permanent easement at 5 Mill Road for Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation's Normanskill Gas Regulator Station project

The Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee voted to move Local Law B of 2026, Ordinance 2.21.26, Resolution 5.12.26R, and Local Law C of 2026 out of committee with positive recommendations, each pending additional information or updates. All motions were approved by voice vote. No public comment was received.

• Moved Local Law B of 2026 out of committee with a positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Moved Ordinance 2.21.26 out of committee with a positive recommendation pending additional maps (voice vote)
• Moved Resolution 5.12.26R out of committee with a positive recommendation pending additional information (voice vote)
• Moved Local Law C of 2026 out of committee with a positive recommendation pending memorandum updates (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals public meeting scheduled for February 4, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Planning Board

The Albany Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit and Development Plan Review for a two‑story addition that would create 34 dwelling units at 135 Ontario Street in the MU‑FM mixed‑use district. The board will also consider a Demolition Review for a 1,017‑square‑foot single‑family house at 54 Rapp Road in the R‑1L residential district. Applicants and the public may present comments before the board decides. No actions are scheduled; both items are under consideration.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑2026‑03) for 34‑unit addition at 135 Ontario Street, MU‑FM district
• Development Plan Review (DPR‑2025‑42) for the same 135 Ontario Street project
• Demolition Review (DR‑2025‑8) for ~1,017 SF dwelling at 54 Rapp Road, R‑1L district
• Public comment period for both projects during the meeting
• Board will consider but not yet act on either application

The Planning Board approved the demolition review application DR-2025-7 for the 1,017‑square‑foot single‑family house at 54 Rapp Road, with a unanimous 4‑0 vote after a motion by Glinnesa Gailliard and second by Rachel Breidster. The board deferred the conditional use permit and development plan review application CUP-2026-03 for a two‑story addition at 135 Ontario Street until all departmental comments are addressed.

• Approved demolition of 1,017 sq ft dwelling at 54 Rapp Road (4‑0 vote)
• Deferred Conditional Use Permit CUP-2026-03 for 135 Ontario Street (no vote)

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment will consider a request to settle an employment‑related claim for $10,000. It will also review budget transfer requests totaling $207,046.20 that move funds among various city accounts.

• Transfer $500.00 from Contracted Services (Vital Statistics) A.4020.7440 to Contracted Services (City Clerk) A.1410.7440 for copier lease costs
• Transfer $10,000.00 from Water BW.8120.7000 to BW.8130.7420 to bring accounts out of the negative
• Transfer $30,000.00 from Hospital & Medical Ins. (Sewer Maintenance) BW.8120.7804 to Utilities (Source of Supply, Power) BW.8320.7420
• Transfer $85,000.00 from Salaries (Source of Supply, Power) BW.8320.7000 to Clothing Allowance / Stipends (Transmission & Dist.) BW.8340.7193
• Approve settlement of employment claim for the full allowed amount of $10,000

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment considered budget transfer requests totaling $207,046.20 for various city departments. A settlement of an employment discrimination claim for $10,000 was also presented. The minutes do not record any approval, denial, or vote on these items.

Contract & Supply

The Board of Contract and Supply approved several contract awards and bid advertisements. The body also authorized cost increases for the City Hall roof and Central Avenue West resurfacing projects.

• City Hall Roof Replacement Project: Change Order No. 5 increase of $678,799.23
• Central Avenue West and Everett Road Resurfacing Project: Change Order No. 1 increase of $200,000.00
• Sale of surplus 'Ladder 3' fire apparatus for no less than $25,000.00
• 2026 Emergency Generator Maintenance Contract awarded to Protective Power Systems & Controls, Inc. for $17,850.00
• Bids authorized for Complete Streets & Lead Service Replacement Project and Engine #7 exterior improvements at 670 Clinton Avenue

Public Safety Committee

The Albany Public Safety Committee will hold a discussion with the City’s Chief of Fire & Emergency Services and the Chief of Police. The committee will also consider a motion to enter an executive session. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion with the City of Albany’s Chief of the Fire & Emergency Services Department
• Discussion with the City of Albany’s Chief of Police
• Consideration of a motion to enter an executive session

The committee heard presentations from Chief Joseph Gregory of the Fire & Emergency Services Department and Chief Brendan Cox of the Albany Police Department, covering staffing, grant applications, AI tools, and community programs. Members asked about vacant‑building demolition, immigration enforcement, officer retention, and youth recruitment. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the meeting was concluded with a procedural adjournment by voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission on Human Rights will approve minutes from January 5, 2026, and discuss the criteria for Human Rights Ceremony awards. The body is also planning a Black History Month program for February 6, 2026, at City Hall, and will receive updates from its subcommittees.

• Approval of January 5, 2026 minutes
• Black History Month Program on February 6, 2026
• Human Rights Ceremony Award Criteria Discussion
• Albany Law School Spring Panel on March 26, 2026
• Proposed Human Rights Ceremony at Hattie's on May 6

The commission approved the January 5, 2026 meeting minutes with an amendment noting the city budget was passed in November. The motion to approve the minutes was made by Commissioner Alexander‑Moseley, seconded by Commissioner Conti, and carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:39 p.m. after a motion by Commissioner Conti, seconded by Commissioner Alexander‑Moseley, which also carried.

• Approved January 5, 2026 meeting minutes (amended) – motion carried
• Adjourned meeting at 7:39 p.m. – motion carried

General Services, Health and Environment Committee

The General Services, Health and Environment Committee is discussing a resolution to honor Molly Phinney Larson, Molly Quinn Duffy, and James William Larson. The proposal seeks to rename a portion of Sycamore Street as Larson Way.

• Resolution 6.12.26R: Renaming a portion of Sycamore Street to Larson Way

The General Services, Health and Environment Committee voted to move Resolution 6.12.26R out of committee with a favorable recommendation. The motion passed by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote. No public comment was received.

• Moved Resolution 6.12.26R out of committee with favorable recommendation (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will review supporting legislation being introduced for the first time and active legislation previously introduced. A Majority Consent supporting document (Ordinance 2.21.26 – PERM EASEMENT_ALB) is also on the agenda. The agenda includes links to caucus and regular meeting minutes.

• Supporting legislation introduced for the first time
• Active legislation previously introduced
• Majority Consent supporting document: Ordinance 2.21.26 – PERM EASEMENT_ALB
• Caucus minutes (26 CAUCUS MINUTES 0202.PDF)
• Regular meeting minutes (26 MINUTES 0202.PDF)

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

The Albany Commission on Monuments and Public Art will approve the agenda and the December 18, 2025 minutes, discuss resolutions to amend the proposal form and to set a public comment procedure, review ongoing projects, and adopt a calendar of meetings for 2026. Public comment will be allowed at the end of the meeting.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of December 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of a resolution to amend the proposal form
• Discussion of a resolution for public comment procedure
• Establishment of the 2026 meeting schedule

The Commission unanimously approved an amended proposal form for monuments and public art submissions. It also unanimously adopted a public comment policy that follows Robert's Rules of Order and New York State Open Meetings Law. The next regular meeting was scheduled for February 26, 2026.

• Approved amended proposal form (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved public comment policy resolution (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 26, 2026

Municipal Water Finance Authority

The Authority will review financial and rate‑advisor reports, hear the commissioner’s updates on construction projects and grants, and consider several resolutions. The board will elect officers, adopt amendments to the 2026 budget summary and transfer schedule, and authorize check‑signing authority and a $4,000 disbursement to Cerity Partners and Wilmington Trust.

• Resolution 26-01 – Election of Officers for 2026
• Resolution 26-02 – Adopt amendments to the 2026 Budget Summary and Transfer Document
• Resolution 26-03 – Authorize Chairperson, Treasurer and Director of Fiscal Operations to execute checks
• Resolution 26-04 – Authorize disbursement of $2,500 to Cerity Partners (formerly Graypoint) and $1,500 to Wilmington Trust
• Rate Advisor Report – Amendments to Summary Budget and Transfer Schedule

The Albany Municipal Water Finance Authority approved the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It elected its 2026 officers and adopted amendments to the 2026 Budget Summary and Transfer Document. The board also authorized new signatories for checks and approved small disbursements. No new business was presented and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Dec 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Elected 2026 officers – Chair, Vice‑Chair, Treasurer, Secretary (unanimously) (Resolution 26-01)
• Adopted amendments to 2026 Budget Summary and Transfer Document (unanimously) (Resolution 26-02)
• Authorized Chair, Treasurer and Director of Fiscal Operations to execute checks (unanimously) (Resolution 26-03)
• Authorized disbursement of $2,500 to Cerity Partners and $1,500 to Wilmington Trust (unanimously) (Resolution 26-04)
• No new business was proposed
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimously)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

The Albany Common Council Finance Committee will discuss increasing the maximum senior citizen tax exemption percentage and approve transfers of budgeted funds for salary adjustments and staffing changes in the 2026 city budget.

• Local Law A of 2026: Increases senior citizen tax exemption to 65% for incomes up to $47,000
• Resolution 4.12.26R: Approves salary increase for Deputy Mayor from $133,600 to $162,930
• Resolution 5.12.26R: Approves reorganization of Recreation and Youth & Workforce departments
• Resolution 7.12.26R: Approves creation of a Chief of Staff position in the Office of Audit and Control
• Resolution 4.12.26R: Approves salary increase for Dep. Comm. of Admin Svcs from $104,810 to $128,000

The committee approved Local Law A of 2026, which raises senior tax exemption percentages, with a voice‑vote recommendation to send it to the full council. Resolutions 4.12.26R and 7.12.26R were also passed out of committee by voice vote, each pending amendments to their supporting memoranda. Resolution 5.12.26R was not acted on and will be reconsidered at the next meeting.

• Local Law A of 2026 passed out of committee with a positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Resolution 4.12.26R passed out of committee pending memo amendments (voice vote)
• Resolution 7.12.26R passed out of committee pending memo amendments (voice vote)
• Resolution 5.12.26R held for further discussion at the next committee meeting
• Committee adjourned the meeting by voice vote

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council meeting will discuss several pending items, including a local law to increase senior‑citizen tax exemption percentages and two ordinances—one restricting smoking products near at‑risk populations and another granting a permanent easement to Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation at 5 Mill Rd for upgrades to the Normanskill Gas Regulator Station. The council will also review multiple resolutions honoring community groups and individuals, such as Black History Month and the renaming of a portion of Sycamore Street. All items are listed on the active calendar for possible action by majority consent.

• Local Law A of 2026 – amendment to senior citizens tax exemption percentages (under consideration).
• Ordinance 1.21.26 – comprehensive prohibition of smoking products near at‑risk populations.
• Ordinance 2.21.26 – permanent easement over city‑owned property at 5 Mill Rd (Tax Map Parcel 75.00‑2‑8) to Niagara Mohawk Power Corp for Normanskill Gas Regulator Station upgrades.
• Resolution 8.21.26R – honors Black History Month and directs the mayor to raise the Pan‑African flag on City Hall annually.
• Resolution 6.12.26R – honors the Larson family and renames a portion of Sycamore Street in their honor.

The Common Council entered an executive session to discuss the employment history of a specific individual, then exited the session. Both motions were approved by voice vote. The council subsequently adjourned the meeting at 7:35 PM, also by voice vote.

• Entered executive session to discuss employment history (voice vote)
• Exited executive session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 PM (voice vote)

Municipal Civil Service Commission

The Albany Municipal Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the December 29, 2025 meeting and reported on permanent and provisional appointments across various city departments. The commission also posted an open competitive examination for Police Officer scheduled for May 9, 2026.

• Approval of December 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Police Officer Exam #60054-460 posted for May 9, 2026
• Christopher Ellis appointed Deputy Mayor for Mayor's Office
• Christopher Ellis appointment scheduled for February 9, 2026
• Annual Report 2025 and Police Hiring timeline discussed

The commission voted to approve the December 29, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the January 28, 2026 meeting was also passed. Both motions were carried without recorded vote counts.

• Approved December 29, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The City Clerk is notifying residents that an Accessory Entertainment License application has been submitted for KC ClubHouse 325 Central Ave, LLC (doing business as The ClubHouse). The applicant is Kaylah C. Smith. The public may submit comments by Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:59 pm. The license request is under City of Albany code section 111-68, new part 3 (accessory entertainment). No decision will be made at this meeting.

• Accessory Entertainment License application for KC ClubHouse 325 Central Ave, LLC (The ClubHouse)
• Applicant: Kaylah C. Smith
• Public comment deadline: Friday, Jan 23 2026, 11:59 pm
• License governed by City of Albany code §111-68, new part 3 (accessory entertainment)
• No vote or decision scheduled; notice only

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The City Clerk is accepting public comments regarding an Accessory Entertainment License application. The request was submitted by Aaron Wilson for HiFi Albany, LLC d-b-a The Larkin Hi-Fi.

• Accessory Entertainment License application for HiFi Albany, LLC (199 Lark Street)

Water Board

The Albany Water Board will consider several resolutions, including the election of officers, updates to the senior discount policy, and amendments to the 2026 budget. It will adopt a negative SEQRA declaration for the Academy Road Constructed Wetlands Project and approve contract awards for lead service line replacement ($2,236,080) and a $20,761.81 increase to the Feura Bush Water Filtration Plant contract. Staff and advisor reports on operations, engineering projects, and finance will be presented before the votes.

• Resolution 26-06 – Awarding Lead Service Line Replacement – Winter 2026 Contracts to New Castle – $2,236,080.00
• Resolution 26-07 – Approving Change LM-G-05 to Feura Bush WFP – Lime and Maintenance Building – increase contract amount by $20,761.81
• Resolution 26-03 – Adopting Amendments to the 2026 Budget Summary and Transfer Document
• Resolution 26-02 – Adopting Amendments to Senior Discount Policy
• Resolution 26-05 – Adopting Negative Declaration under SEQRA for Academy Road Constructed Wetlands Project

Contract & Supply

The Board of Contract and Supply approved several vendor contracts and authorized new bid advertisements for city maintenance and supplies. The board reviewed bids for water department equipment and general services.

• Awarded 2026 Winter Lead Service Replacement Project to New Castle Paving, LLC for $2,236,080.00
• Awarded annual flowers contract to M&K Greenhouses LLC for $104,010.00
• Approved $65,768.44 change order for Caruso Electric at Albany West Recreation Center
• Authorized bids for plumbing maintenance, landfill leachate cleaning, concrete materials, and yard waste bags
• Awarded street sweeper parts and maintenance contract to Joe Johnson Equipment LLC

Water Board

The Albany Water Board Governance Committee will approve the November 21, 2025 minutes, plan officer and committee positions for 2026, and vote on two resolutions. Resolution 26-01 recommends election of officers and committee assignments for 2026, while Resolution 26-02 adopts amendments to the Senior Discount Policy. The committee will also review bylaws, internal controls, and a records management policy before adjourning.

• Approve minutes of the November 21, 2025 Governance Committee meeting
• Resolution 26-01 – election of officers and committee assignments for 2026
• Resolution 26-02 – adopt amendments to the Senior Discount Policy
• Review and recommend changes to internal controls and bylaws (Article 5)
• Designate a Records Management Officer and adopt a records management policy

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Albany Board of Estimate & Apportionment will review several budget transfer requests, including a $66,000 transfer for the city share of county election expenses and larger pension-related transfers. A total of $516,000 is proposed to cover the CFY 2025 portion of the SFY 2026 pension contribution, alongside transfers for police pension, debt interest, and community‑development pension accounts. The meeting is a regular session held on January 23, 2026.

• $66,000 transfer from Software Maintenance to Elections > Contracted Services for city share of county election expenses
• $446,000 transfer to Police > PFRS Pension account
• $151,000 transfer to Other Debt > Amortization Interest account
• $60,000 transfer to Comm. Dev. > ERS Pension account
• $516,000 total transfer to cover CFY 2025 portion of SFY 2026 pension contribution

Water Board

The Albany Water Board Finance Committee will review 2025 financial reports and an ERP update. The committee is scheduled to vote on recommending Resolution 26-03 to adopt amendments to the 2026 Budget Summary and Transfer Document.

• Vote to recommend Resolution 26-03 regarding 2026 Budget Summary and Transfer Document amendments
• 2025 MTD/YTD Financials report
• ERP Update on financial reporting and internal controls

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

The Albany Municipal Flag Task Force will meet on January 12, 2025 at City Hall, 24 Eagle Street. The agenda includes discussion of the task force’s bylaws and operations, and the election of its leadership. A public comment period is provided.

• Discuss Task Force bylaws and operational procedures
• Conduct leadership elections for the Task Force

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The City Clerk is notifying the public of an Accessory Entertainment (cabaret) license application for Jack’s Oyster House at 44 State Street. The applicant is Kevin Yang. Residents may submit written comments by Monday, January 12, 2026, at 11:59 pm. The application is filed under City of Albany code section 111-68, new part 3.

• Accessory Entertainment License Application for Jack’s Oyster House, 44 State Street
• Public comment deadline: Monday, Jan 12 2026, 11:59 pm
• Cabaret license governed by Albany code 111-68 new part 3

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will hold nominations for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The board will discuss a December 18, 2025 officer-involved shooting and review several misconduct complaints.

• Nominations for Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of December 18, 2025 Officer Involved Shooting
• Review of complaints CC2025-016, CC2025-017, CC2025-025, and CC2025-047
• Closure of 14 complaints without review due to withdrawals or lack of APD involvement
• Community Survey open until January 15, 2026

The board approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0‑1 vote. Members entered and later closed an executive session, during which they voted to delay CPRB officer nominations indefinitely. The board unanimously accepted the findings of four pending complaints, resulting in exonerations or policy‑training determinations, and voted to close several other complaints without review. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Oct 8, 2025 minutes (5‑0‑1)
• Entered executive session (6‑0‑0)
• Ended executive session (6‑0‑0)
• Delayed CPRB officer nominations (decision)
• Accepted findings for four complaints, resulting in exonerations or policy‑training determinations (6‑0‑0)
• Closed several complaints without review (6‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0‑0)

Historic Resources Commission

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will review and approve the December 4 meeting minutes, receive departmental updates, and discuss several initiatives. Items include the Climate Action Plan “Act Now Albany,” a presentation on the Capital District ReUse Center Project, and updates from the ReImagine Albany coalition and working groups on building decarbonization and biodiversity. The commission will also consider outreach and education ideas and upcoming election and certification submissions.

• Review and approval of December 4 meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion of the Capital District ReUse Center Project
• Climate Action Plan – Act Now Albany
• ReImagine Albany coalition support letter
• Working group updates on building decarbonization and biodiversity

The commission voted unanimously to correct the date error in the December 4 meeting minutes and approved the amended version. It also unanimously elected Gabriela Cebada Mora as chair, Daniel Kirk‑Davidoff as vice chair, and David Hochfelder as secretary. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:34 PM. No action was taken on the Reimagine Albany coalition support letter or other pending items due to time constraints.

• Approved amendment to Dec. 4 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Gabriela Cebada Mora as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Daniel Kirk‑Davidoff as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected David Hochfelder as Secretary (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:34 PM (unanimous)
• No action taken on Reimagine Albany coalition support letter (time constraints)
• No updates heard for Department and Committee updates (time constraints)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Albany Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several variance requests at its Jan. 7 meeting. Applicants seek to exceed existing zoning limits for impervious lot coverage, fence height and opacity, and sign height. Public comment will be taken before the Board decides on each proposal.

• AV-2025-16: Allow 42% impervious lot coverage at 195 Euclid Avenue (R-1L district max 30%)
• AV-2025-18: Permit a 6‑foot tall fence at 463 Magazine Street (R-1M district max 4 ft)
• AV-2025-19: Permit a 100% opaque fence at 463 Magazine Street (R-1M district max 60% opacity)
• AV-2025-17: Allow a 15‑foot post‑and‑panel sign at a Mixed‑Use Form‑Based Central Avenue site (district max 5 ft)
• Project #00624 removed per applicant request

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests for 463 Magazine Street, allowing a 6‑foot tall, fully opaque front‑yard fence, which exceeds the R‑1M district limits of 4 feet height and 60 % opacity. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. Applications for 195 Euclid Avenue and 581 Central Avenue were withdrawn or removed, and no decisions were made on those proposals.

• Approved variance AV-2025-18 for 6‑foot fence height at 463 Magazine St (5‑0)
• Approved variance AV-2025-19 for 100 % opaque fence at 463 Magazine St (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Albany Planning Board will hold a public hearing on January 6, 2026, to consider two applications for Conditional Use Permits. One application seeks to convert a single-unit townhouse into a two-unit dwelling at 45 First Street, while another application seeks to convert a two-unit townhouse into a three-unit dwelling at 369 Madison Ave. A third application was removed from the agenda.

• Conditional Use Permit for 45 First Street (1 unit to 2 units)
• Conditional Use Permit for 369 Madison Ave. (2 units to 3 units)
• Public hearing on January 6, 2026, at 200 Henry Johnson Boulevard
• Application CUP-2025-17 removed from agenda

The Albany Planning Board voted 5‑0 to approve a Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑2025‑7) for Albany Properties LLC to convert a one‑unit townhouse at 45 First Street into two units, subject to a Certificate of Appropriateness condition. The board also voted 5‑0 to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 45 First Street (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)

Contract & Supply

The Albany Board of Contract and Supply adopted resolutions to solicit bids for various city purchases, rejected certain prior bids, and approved the award of water and sewer bulk‑supply contracts to the lowest qualified bidders for groups 5 through 9. The board also set bid‑deposit requirements for several items and scheduled bid‑opening meetings in late January and early February.

• Authorized advertisement for bids on K9 Tactical Camera Equipment with a 5% cash or certified‑check deposit
• Authorized advertisement for bids on Industrial Cleaning Supplies with no deposit required
• Resolved to reject the bids received on Dec 2, 2025 for Purchase of Fine & Coarse Aggregates (Albany Water Board)
• Accepted and awarded the 2026 Water and Sewer Bulk Supplies – Water Group 5 contract to Ferguson Enterprises for $63,445.40
• Accepted and awarded the 2026 Water and Sewer Bulk Supplies – Water Group 9 contract to Blair Supply for $36,592

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board is meeting to review a settlement for a claim involving a fallen tree branch and a budget transfer request for the Mayor's Office. The meeting includes a review of property damage claims and financial adjustments.

• Proposed $4,550.00 settlement to Nationwide Insurance Company for Campaner v City of Albany regarding vehicle damage at 31 West Erie Street
• Budget transfer request for the Mayor's Office to fund final purchases of the year and resolve a negative account balance

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment voted 4‑0 to approve a series of 2025 budget transfers totaling $3,080 = $3,289. It also approved settlement of the Campaner claim for $4,550. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2026.

• Approved $500 transfer from Mayor‑Furniture to Fees & Services (4‑0)
• Approved $2,165 transfer from Mayor‑Supplies & Materials to Contracted Services
• Approved $200 transfer from Mayor‑Furniture to Miscellaneous
• Approved $500 transfer from Mayor‑Office Equipment to Contracted Services
• Approved settlement of $4,550 for Campaner v. City of Albany
• Set next Board meeting for Jan 23 2026

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

Commission on Human Rights

The Albany Commission on Human Rights met on Monday, January 5, 2026 at City Hall. The meeting followed its agenda, including updates, presentations from city departments, and planning for future events. No motions were adopted, no votes were taken, and no substantive decisions were recorded.