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Offshore Wind Facilities at Ports of Albany, Coeymans to Support over 13,000 Jobs, and Generate Billions in Economic Impact Read the Article

Proposed offshore wind manufacturing facilities at the Capital Region’s major marine ports will bring an influx of jobs by the thousands while adding billions to the local economy, according to an economic impact assessment released today by the Port of Albany and the Port of Coeymans. The assessment was developed by Karp Strategies in partnership with the Center for Economic Growth, Advance Albany County Alliance, Port of Albany and Carver Companies, which owns and operates the Port of Coeymans, and…

Albany County Land Bank Wins $1.8M Grant! Read the Article

Governor Hochul Announced $26 Million in Grants to Help 24 Land Banks Revitalize Communities Across New York State

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $26 million in grant funding has been awarded to 24 Land Banks across New York State. The funding, made available through the State’s Land Bank Initiative, will help eliminate blight, increase housing supply, assist local economic development efforts, spur the availability of homeownership opportunities, and improve the quality of life in communities that have experienced disinvestment. “New York’s Land Bank Initiative has already allowed us to preserve, restore, and revitalize rundown properties across the…