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The Advance Albany County Alliance is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Albany County Arts & Culture Grant Program! The program supports projects that contribute to the artistic, cultural, and economic vitality of Albany County. Funding is available to eligible Albany County-based arts and cultural organizations for projects that demonstrate meaningful community impact and expand opportunities for residents to engage with the arts and culture. Approximately $150,000 is anticipated to be available for the 2026…

The Albany County Executive’s Office has launched a new podcast, Getting the Deal Done, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the projects, partnerships, and investments shaping Albany County’s future. The inaugural episode features Advance Albany County Alliance CEO Kevin O’Connor, who discusses the Alliance’s role in driving economic development, supporting business growth, and advancing strategic projects throughout Albany County. Hosted by the Albany County Executive’s Office, the podcast explores the people and partnerships behind the region’s most impactful investments and…

The Advance Albany County Alliance (AACA) is pleased to share that the Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority (ACPHLA) has entered its next phase of operation under Albany County management. The transition reflects the Authority’s continued evolution as it advances redevelopment planning and implementation efforts for the former College of Saint Rose campus and surrounding Pine Hills neighborhood. Since its creation in 2024, ACPHLA has served as a public benefit authority dedicated to acquiring, managing, and redeveloping the former College…

The Albany County Legislature has formally approved the transfer of the long-vacant Al Tech Steele site to the Albany County Industrial Development Agency (IDA), marking a major step toward revitalizing one of the region’s most strategically located industrial properties. The action positions the IDA to lead redevelopment efforts at the former Al Tech specialty steel manufacturing campus, advancing Albany County’s commitment to economic growth, job creation, and productive reuse of underutilized industrial land. Located within the Town of Colonie, the…

On Friday, February 27, 2026, Albany County officials joined community partners to unveil a transformative plan for the long-vacant property at 106 South Pearl Street, marking a major step forward in revitalizing this key gateway into the city. Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy announced that the county — in collaboration with the Advance Albany County Alliance — is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment of the site, which formerly housed a McDonald’s and later the South…

The Advance Albany County Alliance, in partnership with Albany County, Gramercy Group, and LiRo-Hill, will host a public informational event on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the North Albany American Legion (35 N. First Street, Albany, NY). This event will provide an overview of the Central Warehouse Abatement and Demolition project, including scope of work, the project timeline, and progress to date. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and share feedback…

The Advance Albany County Alliance has received a $500,000 FAST NY grant award from Governor Kathy Hochul and Empire State Development for the 58-acre Al Tech Advanced Manufacturing Campus: the single-best industrial development site in Albany County. Under the Governor’s dynamic leadership, essential funding is now available to partner with local economic development organizations and advance “shovel-ready” sites, creating more competitive opportunities. The site, which sat vacant and contaminated for many years before the Alliance’s involvement, is being redeveloped and…

The Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority (ACPHLA) board today voted unanimously to approve the sale of five properties on the former College of Saint Rose campus to Albany County. The $6,000,000 sale includes major purpose-built structures such as the Event and Athletics Center and the former Hearst Communications Center. While Albany County has been operating under a temporary use agreement for the facilities approved earlier this year, the sale now transfers sole ownership to Albany County. The five properties…

The Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority (ACPHLA), together with its redevelopment planning and design consulting team led by CPL, hosted the second of three “Reimagine Saint Rose” community visioning workshops Thursday evening, advancing the effort to gather public input and collaboratively chart a future for the former College of Saint Rose campus in the Pine Hills neighborhood. The 26.5-acre site, acquired by ACPHLA in early 2025 for $35 million via tax exempt bonds, remains the focus of a community-driven…

Our Mid-Year Report prepared for the County Legislature earlier this fall outlines progress in economic development, innovation and countywide initiatives, along with the latest investment metrics that reflect current trends and future opportunities.   Read the full report here: AACA_2025 Mid Year Report