The City of Schenectady will be hosting a “Small Business Award Day” Monday, November 13, 2023 at Proctors Theatre. Below are the nominees received from the community. Additional Info...

City of Schenectady's 2024 Proposed Budget Presentation Additional Info...

City of Schenectady's 2024 Proposed budget Additional Info...

2023 Annual Community Health Fair Additional Info...

Home Owners House Party Celebration Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy gives an update about the sink hole that occurred on McClellan Street and Eastern Avenue on July 31, 2023. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy is urging residents to take caution with the rise of poor quality returning to the area from the Canadian wildfires. Schenectady’s ground level sensors showed the AQI (Air Quality Index Scale) level as 103-152 Additional Info...

New York State’s ConnectALL Office wants to hear from you about your experiences with getting and using internet service! This survey is completely anonymous and should be completed by one individual per household. Additional Info...

Mayor Gary McCarthy will discuss the status of the Smart City deployment with the progress of the city’s Homes and Community Renewal Grant of $2.6 million CDBG-CV dollars. Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy Asks City Council to Approve Sale of Long Vacant Warehouse on Rankin Avenue to Habit for Humanity Capital Region Land Bank Will Handle Demolition/Habitat Will Build Three New Homes Read on...

NYS Approves Tax Credits Needed for $27 Million Crane Street Development Schenectady County Leaders Thank Governor Hochul and NYS HCR for Greenlighting Major Upgrade to Crane Corridor/Mont Pleasant. Read on...

5 years ago, City of Schenectady and local partners launched an economic opportunity plan that includes a public-private partnership that holds job trainings for residents of the city and small firms. Read on...

Schenectady College & Career Outreach Center and Schenectady County Connects host a community job fair. Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy Announces the Latest Round of CDBG-CV Funding Read on...

Due to a recent change in water testing requirements from the Department of Health and EPA, the City of Schenectady is looking to add several locations to its free Lead and Copper testing program. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted winter storm and priority street parking restrictions. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Schenectady County. Read on...

SCHENECTADY -- Mayor Gary McCarthy and Better Community Neighborhoods (BCNI) will host the 2023 Fair Housing Luncheon: Know Your Rights, Know Your Role, at Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, 100 Nott Terrace, on Friday, April 14th 2023 at 10:00am. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy, Schenectady County Legislators Richard Patierne and Richard Ruzzo, the Schenectady City School District, and Christine Serafini of Miranda Real Estate Group announced new homebuyer resources for local public employees. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady was selected as the Electric Vehicle Association’s EV City of the Year for 2022. The EVA is North America’s leading volunteer organization that accelerates the adoption of electric vehicles. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy and the Capital Region Land Bank announced plans to invest $13 million to transform 18 city-owned vacant lots and properties into 41 new homes on Summit Avenue in the Hamilton Hill neighborhood. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy and DSIC announced the award winners of Schenectady’s second annual lighting experience and promotion, ILLUMINOCITY, at a Reveal Party held on Wednesday evening at the Armory Mess Hall at the Schenectady Armory Center. Read on...

SCHENECTADY -- On Monday, January 9, 2023, Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy delivered the 2023 State of the City Address in the Schenectady City Council Chamber. Click here for a copy of the presentation and remarks. Read on...

SCHENECTADY - Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement on $2.3M Restore NY Round 6 Award for Wedgeway/Kresge Buildings: “The restoration of these vacant, blighted, and historically significant structures in the heart of our community will cont Read on...

The cities of Schenectady, Troy, and town of Colonie have been allocated $3.8 million through HOME-American Rescue Plan (ARP). CARES of NY, Inc. is working with these municipalities to create an allocation plan to reduce homelessness and increase housing Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted winter storm and priority street parking restrictions. The NWS has issued a Winter Storm Warning with 8-12” of snow forecasted from Thursday evening into Saturday morning. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – NYS DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the award of $30,000 to the City of Schenectady for the purchase of four zero-emission fleet vehicles through DEC’s Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebate Program. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the Schenectady Social Club, a new partnership between the City of Schenectady and Catholic Charities of Schenectady Senior & Caregiver Support Services. The program will provide meals and activities for seniors Read on...

The cities of Schenectady, Troy, and the town of Colonie have been allocated $3.8 million in HOME-ARP funding. CARES of NY, Inc. is working to create an allocation plan to determine how best to spend these funds to reduce homelessness in the area. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced Schenectady’s second annual lighting experience and promotion, ILLUMINOCITY, at a press conference held on Thursday morning. The mayor has invited downtown properties to light up their buildings to celebrate... Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady announced Halloween trick-or-treating will be observed on Monday, October 31, 2022 from 3:00pm – 8:00pm. Residents and families are encouraged to celebrate the Halloween safely. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy presented the City of Schenectady 2023 Proposed Budget to members of the Schenectady City Council. The 2023 Proposed Budget is available on the Department of Finance website. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Yesterday afternoon, Schenectady City Court Judge Robert Hoffman found Al Haqq, LLC guilty of multiple property code violations at eight properties in the City of Schenectady and imposed fines totaling $378,500. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady, MVP Health Care, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced the installation of a free, outdoor Fitness Court® in Schenectady’s newly redeveloped Orchard Park. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady and local community organizations will host the inaugural 518 Common Unity Cup. The five-week summer sports series will kick-off on Tuesday, August 2nd from 4pm–9pm at Jerry Burrell Park during National Night Out. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy joined Assemblymember Steck, Assemblymember Santabarbara, City Historian Chris Leonard, and Hamilton Hill Neighborhood Association President Marva Isaacs for the rededication of the Central Park A-Diamond “Buck Ewing” Field. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for potential dangerous heat conditions this week. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Heat Advisory for the Capital Region. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady announced the opening of pools. Three of the City’s four pools will open this summer. Additional Info...

CAPITAL REGION, NY – The mayors of Albany, Schenectady, and Troy announced the tri-cities have been awarded over $665,000 in a settlement of their coordinated filings of lawsuits against Ocwen Financial Corporation and its subsidiary, PHH Mortgage. Read on...

WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Tonko announced a slate of 15 community development and improvement projects that he is submitting to the House Committee on Appropriations in a bid to bring direct federal investment to the region. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy joined Senator Jim Tedisco, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Friends of the Greenhouse to announce the completion of a new storage facility at the Sustainable Living Center in Schenectady’s Central Park. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – On Thursday, New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli joined Mayor Gary McCarthy and Fire Chief Donald Mareno for a presentation on the Schenectady Fire Department’s emergency telemedicine initiative. Launched in 2020, the program allows Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady will host a series of volunteer neighborhood cleanup events throughout the spring. The cleanup events are scheduled for the following dates and locations: Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Starting on Thursday, April 21, 2022 and ending Friday, April 29, 2022, City crews will be collecting all fallen tree limbs and branches left at the curb. Mayor McCarthy made the announcement in the aftermath of the April 19th storm. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady will host a public meeting on the draft Community Forest Management Plan to provide a comprehensive guide to maintain, protect, and enhance Schenectady’s community forest. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady has been named a winner in IDC Government Insights’ 5th annual Smart Cities North America Awards (SCNAA). The City was recognized for the Community Officials Data Exchange (CODE) project. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City is proud to host the 2022 Northeast & Mid-Atlantic Creative Placemaking Leadership Summit at Proctors Theatre, April 21-22. The Summit brings civic and cultural leaders from around New England and the Mid-Atlantic states. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – On Friday, Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm and priority street parking restrictions. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory with predicted 6-8” of snow. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy today announced the City of Schenectady has submitted an application for a $2.5 million Community Development Block Grant with New York State Homes and Community Renewal under the federal CARES Act. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady has been named a finalist in IDC Government Insights’ 5th annual Smart Cities North America Awards (SCNAA) in the Administration category for its Community Officials Data Exchange (CODE). Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm and priority street parking restrictions. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will host a community meeting to discuss the upcoming Francis Avenue bridge closure. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at 6:30pm at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady, 104 Education Drive. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm, priority street parking restrictions, and to utilize off-street parking. The NWS has issued a Winter Storm Warning through Friday evening. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that S&P Global Ratings has raised the City of Schenectady’s outlook from stable to positive and affirmed its ‘A’ rating on existing general obligation (GO) debt. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy joined the Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corp (DSIC) to announce the winners of Schenectady’s inaugural holiday lighting promotion ILLUMINOCITY. Inaugural promotion featured contest to benefit local nonprofit organizations. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan, Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy, and Troy Mayor Patrick Madden have sent a joint-letter to the NYS Independent Redistricting Commission to ensure all three cities remain in the same Congressional district. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady is accepting applications for Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (CLFRF) made available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced Schenectady’s inaugural holiday lighting promotion, ILLUMINOCITY, at a press conference held earlier today. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady is seeking bids to demolish another round of vacant blighted buildings. The demolition bids are due by 10:30am on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that Halloween trick-or-treating in the City of Schenectady will be observed on Sunday, October 31, 2021 from 2:00pm – 8:00pm. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy presented the City of Schenectady 2022 Proposed Budget to members of the Schenectady City Council. The 2022 Proposed Budget is available on the Department of Finance website. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady, Capital District EV Drivers Group and Livingston Energy will host an Electric Vehicle Fair for National Drive Electric Week on Liberty St outside City Hall during Schenectady Greenmarket from 10am–2pm on Sunday, 9/26 Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady and National Grid kicked off Phase Two of Schenectady’s Smart City Project on Thursday. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced dates for an initial series of community conversations on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). Additional Info...

MVP, CAP COM, and the City of Schenectady will host a free back-to-school event at Jerry Burrell Park from 11am-3pm, 8/28. More than 1,500 backpacks filled will with essential school supplies and books will be distributed to kids of all ages. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy joined Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) to announce $500,000 in state funding secured for the Crane Street, Chrisler Avenue, and Main Avenue intersection improvement project. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady announced the opening of pools and 2021 summer youth programs. City pools did not open in 2020 due to COVID-19. Additional Info...

Mayor McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady has been recognized by the state for local climate action and clean energy leadership. The City was designated a Clean Energy Community by NYSERDA and certified as a Climate Smart Community by DEC. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy joined Chief Clifford and Councilmember Karen Zalewski-Wildzunas to sign legislation banning the use of ATVs & dirt bikes and increasing repossession fees and illegal use fines, to potentially upwards of $3,000 per violation. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady, Schenectady County, the Capital Region Land Bank, and community leaders broke ground to announce the redevelopment of Orchard Park in Schenectady’s Mont Pleasant neighborhood. The total $1.3 million investment... Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy joined AIK Property Group to announce the completed rehabilitation of a previously City-owned vacant property at 1073 Howard Street in Schenectady’s Mont Pleasant neighborhood. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – On Earth Day, the City of Schenectady and Schenectady County announced a new collaborative tree planting initiative with Community Fathers, Inc., Schenectady Job Training Agency (SJTA), and ReTree Schenectady. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady has been named one of the top ten cities in the country for first-time homebuyers in 2021, according to a report by realtor.com. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady announced there is a new outdoor drop-box at the Franklin Street entrance of Schenectady City Hall for Bureau of Receipts payments. Payments can be made in-person at the drop-box, online, or by mail. Read on...

Schenectady, New York – March 25, 2021 – The City of Schenectady has been awarded funding by the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program through the New York Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady and the Capital Region Land Bank today provided an update on continuing efforts to fight blight by demolishing vacant buildings that are beyond repair in Schenectady. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City’s Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative has released a draft report for public comment. The City Council will host a virtual public hearing on the draft report during their regular meeting at 5:30pm on Monday, March 8, 2021. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy joined SMHA Executive Director Richard Homenick and BCNI Chief Executive Officer Jennica Huff to announce affordable housing opportunities in the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady’s Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative (SPRRC) community survey is now available on the SPD webpage. The survey will be available until Monday, February 15, 2021. All individual responses are anonymous. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy discussed the challenges faced by local governments during the COVID-19 pandemic and outlined how the community can recover and rebuild through investments in sustainability, housing, and infrastructure. Click here to view: State of the City Presentation

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy unveiled 10 new electric vehicle charging stations in downtown Schenectady. The stations were provided by Livingston Energy Group and the installation was supported by National Grid’s EV Charging Station Make-Ready program. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will host a virtual public information session on downtown pedestrian safety improvements. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady’s Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative (SPRRC) was recognized in Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2021 State of the State Address. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the Schenectady City Council has authorized the sale of surplus land to Active Solar Development for $500,000. The surplus land is located in the town of Rotterdam. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Snow removal will continue on Tuesday, 12/22 in the wake of the 12/17 storm that dumped 31” of snow on the City of Schenectady. Any vehicle parked on the following streets between 6am and 6pm on Tuesday, 12/22 may be ticketed and towed. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Snow removal operations continue in the wake of the December 17th storm that dumped approximately 30” of snow on the City of Schenectady. Residents are advised to remove vehicles from city streets to allow for efficient snow removal. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy urged patience as crews continue snow removal in the wake of the storm that dumped approximately 30” of snow on the city. Residents are advised to remove vehicles from city streets to allow for efficient snow removal. Read on...

SCHENECTADY - Residents are advised to remove vehicles from city streets to allow for efficient snow removal. Any vehicle parked on the following city streets between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm on Friday, December, 18, 2020 may be ticketed and towed: Read on...

SCHENECTADY – No unnecessary travel shall occur and residents urged to remove vehicles from City streets. City Hall will be closed and Waste Collection suspended for Thursday, December 17, 2020. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm and priority street parking restrictions. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady’s “First Responders Holiday Parade” will begin Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 6:00pm. Due to COVID 19, Schenectady’s Annual Holiday Parade before Thanksgiving was unfortunately cancelled. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady has launched a telemedicine pilot initiative with United Concierge Medicine (UCM) to offer patients virtual medical care. Additional Info...

On Tuesday, November 24th we were informed that a City of Schenectady Code Enforcement Officer tested positive for COVID-19. Schenectady County Public Health was immediately notified and began proper contact tracing in accordance with their guidelines. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will install and test acoustical sensors capable of gunshot detection to improve public safety as part of the City’s Smart City REV Demonstration Project with National Grid. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the appointment of Eugene P. Devine as Public Safety Commissioner. Devine will succeed Michael Eidens, who retired at the end of October after serving since 2017. Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY – This Halloween, the City of Schenectady encourages residents to follow guidance issued by the New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The Schenectady Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative announced a series of community meetings to review and improve police strategies, policies, procedures, and practices in accordance Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY - The Schenectady City Council Finance Committee will hold meetings on the Mayor’s Proposed 2021 Budget at the following dates and times. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – On Monday evening, the Schenectady City Council Development and Planning Committee voted to authorize the demolition of seven blighted buildings in Schenectady. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – On Thursday, Mayor Gary McCarthy presented the City of Schenectady 2021 Proposed Budget to the Schenectady City Council via WebEx. The 2021 Proposed Budget is available on the City of Schenectady Department of Finance website. Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady and the Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region announced a Small Business Assistance Program to award $250,000 in grants and technical assistance to local small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Additional Info...

Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady has launched Passport Parking for on-street parking in downtown Schenectady, a mobile parking app that allows for contactless payment. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy announced the City will turn on new lights for the first time on the large rail bridge crossing Erie Blvd to welcome the return of Rivers Casino & Resort. The railbridge is located at the crossing of Union Street & Erie Blvd. Read on...

Join MVP Health Care at Back to School Kit Distribution events in the City of Schenectady. Kits include a mask, hand sanitizer, and school supplies. Flu shots will also be available on-site. Kits are limited to one per student while supplies last. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy joined hundreds of mayors from across the country to request the federal government provide urgently needed direct, flexible assistance for cities of all sizes. The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) sent a letter to...... Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement on the 50th Anniversary of the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA): Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement on the new pavilion and farm stand at the Central Park Greenhouse: Read on...

SCHENECTADY — The City of Schenectady Industrial Development Authority (IDA) has approved $98 million in new development projects. Read on...

On June 11, 2020, I participated in a conversation with Save Our Streets founder William Rivas. The conversation was held at Proctors Theater and was moderated by WNYT News Channel 13 journalist Chris Onorato. Local filmmaker Noah Friedman hosted the... Read on...

Mayor McCarthy, Public Safety Commissioner Eidens, and Chief Clifford announced immediate changes to be implemented at the Schenectady Police Department after meeting with the NAACP, members of the City Council, and Civilian Police Review Board (CPRB). Read on...

In response to COVID-19, HUD has allocated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG-CV) funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), Public Law 116-136. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – As the community looks to bounce back from COVID-19, Mayor McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady will resume the HOMES initiative (Homeownership Made Easy in Schenectady). Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady will introduce Passport Parking for on-street parking in downtown Schenectady, a mobile parking app that allows for contactless payment. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy, Schenectady Fire Chief Ray Senecal, and Schenectady Police Chief Eric Clifford addressed various summer safety issues at a press event Wednesday, including the illegal use of fireworks throughout the City of Schenectady. Read on...

The Schenectady City Council will hold meetings via teleconference to facilitate governmental operations during COVID-19. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady is seeking bids to demolish seven blighted buildings. The demolition bids are due by 10:30am on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. Read on...

Schenectady City Hall will reopen to the public by appointment only, beginning Monday, June 15, 2020. However, residents are still encouraged to access city services online or by phone when possible. Masks will be required within the building. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy has issued a termination of the local curfew order, which was declared due to the threat of an imminently likely outbreak of civil unrest and disturbance within the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

Schenectady City Council will hold essential meetings only via teleconference to facilitate governmental operations during the COVID-19 closure following the Governor’s Executive Orders. Additional Info...

The Schenectady Senior Center will be hosting a member “drive-thru”. Members will be given a “Thinking of You” care package, which will include items such as a jigsaw puzzle, word search puzzle book, fun craft to do at home. Read on...

Without financial assistance from Congress, communities across this country face devastation. It is absolutely critical that emergency aid be provided to local governments whose first responders have been on the front lines fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on...

The Department of Development has posted the Draft 2020-2024 HUD Consolidated Plan and 2020-2021 Proposed Annual Action Plan outlining proposed spending for community development and housing programs. Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy issued a new emergency order suspending all metered parking payments in the City of Schenectady. Schenectady County Metroplex Development Authority has also waived all parking fees at 13 parking lots and the downtown parking garage. Read on...

Schenectady City Council to Hold Meetings via Teleconference on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – While many families practice social distancing by staying at home, Mayor Gary McCarthy is urging all Schenectady residents to use this time to respond to the 2020 Census. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady announced that yard waste collection will begin on April 1, 2020. The County Compost Facility will be open for municipal use only. Yard waste includes leaves, grass clippings, and plant materials. Additional Info...

The City of Schenectady announced that equipment at City parks and playgrounds will be closed to the public until further notice. Read on...

The City of Schenectady announced that City Hall will remain closed to the public and essential services will continue through at least Friday, March 27, 2020. Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy is encouraging local small businesses to share their plans for take-out, delivery, or other special offers they’re providing in response to the current COVID-19 restrictions. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that Schenectady City Hall will be closed to the public and non-essential City services will be shut down through at least Friday, March 20, 2020. Additional Info...

Residents strongly encouraged to only visit City Hall if they must conduct business which can only be done in-person. Property owners with internet access, the City strongly encourages that property tax payments are completed online instead of in-person. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady announced there will be a community meeting to discuss ‘Building a Resilient Stockade’ at 6:30pm on Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at St. George’s Church, 30 North Ferry Street. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will be hosting a public education session on Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), a new bulk electricity-buying program for residents and small businesses. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the appointment of the City of Schenectady’s 2020 Census Complete Count Committee. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement regarding the Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s $300 million plan to reimagine the Erie Canal: Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary R. McCarthy announced the appointment of Andrew Koldin as Corporation Counsel for the City of Schenectady and James Commodore as Deputy Corporation Counsel, both effective January 1, 2020. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady announced that five properties will be transferred to the Community Land Trust of Schenectady. Final approval of the property transfer is expected at the City Council meeting on December 23rd. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the first meeting of the local Planning Committee for Schenectady Downtown Revitalization Initiative will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 6 pm at SUNY Schenectady in the Elston Hall Lally Mohawk Room Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced dates for upcoming open house events on the National Grid Smart City Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) Demonstration Project in Schenectady. Additional Info...

2020 City of Schenectady Adopted Budget Additional Info...

Schenectady, NY- Mayor McCarthy announced today that Halloween trick-or-treating in the City of Schenectady will be officially observed on Thursday, October 31, 2019 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m., with earlier trick-or-treat hours provided for younger children. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy was joined by mayors from around the state to shed light on the pervasive issue of vacant buildings. Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy's 2020 Proposed Budget Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy and Director of Human Resources Tiffany White announced that the City of Schenectady received the Platinum Award at the inaugural MVP Health Care Workplace Well Being Awards. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady is seeking bids to demolish nine more blighted buildings. The demolition bids are due by 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2019. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will be hosting a public meeting on proposed safety improvements along Brandywine Avenue between I-890 and State Street. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy joined A.I.K. Property Group on Friday to announce the completed rehabilitation of a previously City-owned vacant property at 3330 Balltown Road. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will host a free Community Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The event will be on Franklin Street outside City Hall, 105 Jay Street. The event will occur rain or shine Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The Public Hearing on proposed safety improvements to the Rosa Road, Nott Street and Wendell Avenue intersection is Thursday, August 29, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in the McChesney Room at the Schenectady County Public Library, 99 Clinton Street. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy and The Schenectady Foundation joined the Woodlawn Neighborhood Association to reveal a new Spray Pad and Cooling Area at Woodlawn Park. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor McCarthy and General Services Commissioner Lafond announced that the City of Schenectady will be expanding the collection of fallen tree branches left at the curb to assist residents in the aftermath of recent storms. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will be hosting an Open House event to gather neighborhood feedback on conceptual design ideas for the Main Avenue corridor and the Crane Street – Main Avenue intersection. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents take precautions and practice heat safety during the upcoming heat wave. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Capital Region, Read on...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady’s Homeownership Made Easy in Schenectady (HOMES) Program unveiled a new feature on the City’s website that allows potential homebuyers to browse available city-owned properties on an interactive map. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement regarding the passing of Karen B. Johnson: Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the Schenectady City Hall clock tower will be lit orange June 7, 2019 – June 9, 2019 in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady will be hosting a series of community workshops on the Craig-Main Connection streetscape project in the Hamilton Hill and Mont Pleasant neighborhoods. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement regarding the passing of Frank J. Duci Additional Info...

34 Additional Properties Approved for Demolition and Renovation Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady is seeking bids to demolish eight more blighted buildings. The demolition bids are due by April 24, 2019 and the City anticipates completing the demolition work this summer. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – On Wednesday, April 10, 2019, Mayor Gary McCarthy and Schenectady Head Professional Matthew Daley announced the opening of the 84th season at the Schenectady Municipal Golf Course. Additional...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the Schenectady City Hall clock tower will be illuminated red, blue, and yellow this week for Autism Awareness. World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2019. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady Department of Engineering will be making a public presentation on the replacement of the Kings Road Bridge on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced the City of Schenectady will host a three-day interactive series of community design workshops to guide the Stockade Flood Mitigation Project. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the Department of Development's Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) designation has received approval from HUD to support community revitalization efforts. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy will join public transit advocates from across the state on Tuesday to meet and discuss their advocacy priorities and immediate needs for the 2019 state budget. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents take precaution for the extreme wind chill and cold temperatures forecasted throughout the week. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy and The Schenectady Foundation announced twelve grass-roots neighborhood projects to be implemented in 2019 through Schenectady’s Thriving Neighborhoods Challenge. Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy urged residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm and priority street parking restrictions. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Saturday Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – On Monday evening, Mayor Gary McCarthy will give the 2019 State of the City Address at Schenectady City Hall. The speech will focus on key subjects such as four consecutive years of property tax cuts, Additional Info...

Today the cities of Albany, Plattsburgh, Schenectady and Troy filed lawsuits against the manufacturers and distributors of opioid painkillers alleging that the companies misled health care providers about the addiction risks associated with prescribing Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement regarding the announcement of $460,749 for the Crane Street Corridor and $5 million for the North Ferry Street Pump Station at the 2018 Regional Economic Development Awards Ceremony Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the Schenectady City Hall clock tower will be illuminated in red, white, and blue on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings in honor of President George H. W. Bush. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY –Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that yard waste pick up will be extended through the first and second week of December due to recent weather changes. Yard waste includes grass clippings, leaves, and plant materials. Read on...

New York Conference of Mayors (NYCOM) is excited to announce a new propose partnership with the State. Read on...

The City of Schenectady will host a promotion ceremony Monday evening for the Schenectady Fire and Police Departments ahead of the scheduled City Council Committee Meeting. Additional Info...

View the Schenectady Holiday Parade Live Here: http://www.cityofschenectady.com/245/Connected-City---Smart-Lighting Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy released the following statement regarding the City of Schenectady’s $3 million award from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) through the Water Infrastructure Additional Info...

Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady will be hosting a public meeting to review and discuss the Proposed 2018-2020 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) and surrounding initiatives in the Vale, Eastern Avenue Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy and Head Professional Matthew Daley announced that Sunday, November 11th will be the last day of the season at Schenectady Municipal Golf Course. However, the golf shop will remain open through the holidays, Daley added. Additional Info...

Schenectady, NY – National Grid and the City of Schenectady have begun work that will transform the municipality into a “smart city” by deploying advance street lighting technology. Additional Info...

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Mayor McCarthy announced today that Halloween trick-or-treating in the City of Schenectady will be officially observed on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 from 2:00 ~ 8:00 p.m., with earlier trick-or-treat hours provided for younger children. Additional Info...

Mayor Gary McCarthy was joined Wednesday by federal and state officials, including Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul and Congressman Paul Tonko, to announce the grand opening of the new Schenectady Train Station—two weeks ahead of schedule. Additional Info...

“The Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady is a fundamental asset to our community, providing vital support to children, teens, and families during critical periods of their lives. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady has been awarded funding by the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) through the New York Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY – On Saturday, September 29th, Mayor McCarthy and the City of Schenectady will co-host the 1st Annual "F.O.P. 18" Charity Golf Memorial held at Schenectady Municipal Golf Course on Oregon Avenue. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – National Voter Registration Day was established in 2012 by the states and commonwealths of our country to be recognized on the fourth Tuesday in September to support voter registration. Read on...

You're invited to join us at an upcoming " town hall" meeting to learn more about the "Challenge " and how you and your community group or organization can participate. Additional Info...

Schenectady's Thriving Neighborhoods challenge is The Schenectady Foundation's new grant program, intended to help make Schenectady 's neighborhoods stronger, healthier, safer, greener, and more sustainable. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy will be participating in a Puerto Rico – Mainland Mayor Exchange Program on Thursday to aid recovery and rebuilding efforts from Hurricane Maria. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary R. McCarthy announced that the city’s Homeownership Made Easy in Schenectady (HOMES) Program reached a major milestone. Revenue from city-owned property sales in 2018 has already exceeded that of 2017. Read on...

This summer, CDPHP Cycle! is offering a series of free safe cycling classes with the New York Bicycling Coalition. These classes will cover how to use CDPHP Cycle! as well as basic bicycle safety skills. Read on...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy and the Schenectady Art Society (SAS) announced a new beautification project on Friday in the City of Schenectady. Read on...

Schenectady, NY – National Grid and the City of Schenectady have received approval from the New York Department of Public Service to proceed with a joint initiative that will transform the municipality into a “smart city” Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced that the Mayors of Austin, TX and Schenectady, NY are the nation’s top winners in the 2018 Mayors’ Climate Protection Awards, in the large and small city categories respectively. Read on...

Property Owners in Union Triangle & Morris Avenue Districts Now Qualify for Federal and State Historic Tax Credit Programs Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady will be kicking off the 4th Annual ‘I Love My Schenectady Parks Day’ on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary R. McCarthy and the Schenectady HOMES Program welcomed Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, Realtors (BHHS) to Downtown Schenectady on Thursday. Additional Info...

New Public-Private Partnership to Include Job Training for Local Residents and Construction Management Training for Small Firms Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady was honored with a ‘Smart 50 Award’ on Monday night at the Smart Cities Connect Conference and Expo in Kansas City, Missouri. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – On Monday night, the Schenectady City Council adopted a Resolution in support of Mayor Gary McCarthy entering into an action with Dreyer Boyajian LLP to recover costs resulting from the opioid epidemic. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary R. McCarthy announced that the City of Schenectady Homeownership Made Easy in Schenectady (HOMES) Program will be hosting a City-Wide Open House this Sunday afternoon, March 25, 2018. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy reminded residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm and priority street plowing. Additional Info...

A patient-empowerment program designed to teach community members how to get the most out of the interactions with healthcare providers. Register at http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=SCNY&ref=EK&refNote=TaF#3/24/2018 Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced today that the Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC) awarded federal grant funding to the City of Schenectady to help fund a $90,000 project designed to continue the redevelopment momentum Additional Info...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Mayor Gary R. McCarthy testified Tuesday morning at a Congressional Hearing, “State of the Nation’s Energy Infrastructure,” in the Energy Subcommittee on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY – Mayor Gary McCarthy announced on Thursday that Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company will be the newest partner in the City of Schenectady Home Ownership Made Easy in Schenectady (HOMES) Program. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY ~ On Monday night, the Schenectady City Council passed a new local law expanding access to the Sustainable Energy Loan Program in the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY – On Tuesday, Mayor Gary McCarthy reminded residents to prepare for the forecasted snow storm and priority street plowing. Read on...

SCHENECTADY ~ Mayor Gary McCarthy announced that the Capital Branch of the American Public Works Association (APWA) recognized two infrastructure projects in the City of Schenectady at an awards ceremony held earlier today. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY ~ Mayor Gary R. McCarthy and New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas announced the expansion of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program to Schenectady. Additional Info...

SCHENECTADY ~ Mayor Gary R. McCarthy and Commissioner of Public Safety Michael Eidens announced that Assistant Police Chief Jack Falvo will be assigned additional administrative duties as Chief of the Buildings Department Additional Info...

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49th Annual Daily Gazette Holiday Parade set for Nov. 18; theme, sponsors, grand marshal and new award announced Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY ~ Mayor Gary R. McCarthy today announced the appointment of Michael C. Eidens as Public Safety Commissioner effective November 13, 2017, and Kristin Diotte as Director of Development effective November 1, 2017. Additional Info...

Schenectady, NY ~ Mayor Gary R. McCarthy and Head PGA Professional Matthew J. Daley announce completion of new renovation projects at the Schenectady Municipal Golf Course. Read on...

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS NOTICE is hereby given that an informational session for “Proposed North Ferry Street Pump Station Design” Read on...

Schenectady, NY ~ During the month of October, Schenectady City Hall clock tower will be bathed in two colors; purple and pink. Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY ~ Mayor Gary R. McCarthy today announced the appointment of Alex Sutherland as the Director of Operations effective September 18, 2017, and Christopher Lunn as the Chief Building Inspector effective September 5, 2017. Additional Info...

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Will host an introductory meeting for contractors interested in working on the recently awarded $2.99 Million Dollars HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant Program Additional Info...

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Schenectady, N.Y., July 13, 2017 -- A group of community investors today broke ground on 15 new homes to be built on formerly vacant lots in the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

MEDIA ALERT – PHOTO OPPORTUNITY Schenectady Improves Streamlined Citation Process Program Aimed at Persistent Violators Read on...

Mayor Gary McCarthy and the City of Schenectady will be hosting the M/WBE Networking Reception to bring together purchasing, procurement officers and developers together with MWBE firms looking for business opportunities in the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

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Will host an introductory meeting for contractors interested in working on the recently awarded $2.99 Million Dollars HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant Program Additional Info...

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Schenectady, N.Y., July 13, 2017 -- A group of community investors today broke ground on 15 new homes to be built on formerly vacant lots in the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

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Mayor Gary McCarthy and the City of Schenectady will be hosting the M/WBE Networking Reception to bring together purchasing, procurement officers and developers together with MWBE firms looking for business opportunities in the City of Schenectady. Additional Info...

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SCHENECTADY –Mayor Gary R. McCarthy today kicked off the demolition of 720 Crane Street, a blighted structure. The new lot will be part of an expanded Orchard Park in the Mt. Pleasant neighborhood of Schenectady. Additional Info...

Mayor Gary R. McCarthy Marks Start of Demolition at 720 Crane Street and Completion of First Phase of Orchard Park Redevelopment Read on...

Mayor Gary R. McCarthy joins Schenectady City School District Superintendent Larry Spring to announce May HOMES Open House Read on...

SCHENECTADY - Mayor Gary R. McCarthy today announced Schenectady is securing Refunding Bonds that will save the City approximately $1,277,100 over twenty years. Additional Info...

Mayor McCarthy announces postponement of I Love My Parks Day 2017 May 13, 2017 Due to inclement weather forecast Additional Info...

Mayor McCarthy and National Grid Announce Partnership for Earth Day Read on...

The City of Schenectady has lost a tremendous advocate for business and our community as a whole. Read on...

MAYOR GARY R. McCARTHY ANNOUNCES OPENING OF MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE FOR 2017 SEASON WHEN: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 TIME: 10:30 a.m. Additional Info...

Household Hazardous Waste 2017 Collection Program Additional Info...

The Affirmative Action Advisory Board is planning a public presentation of the 2016 Annual Report on April 27th to be held in the McChesney Room at the Schenectady Public Library. Read on...

The City of Schenectady has announced that a public information meeting will be held to discuss the proposed improvement project for completing a multi-use path linking downtown with Central Park and Vale Park. Additional Info...

Today, garbage collection has been suspended in District 2 of the City of Schenectady due to the weather. All other districts will stay on the normal schedule. City crews will collect District 2 this Saturday starting at 6:00 AM to replace today’s pickup. Additional Info...

Mayor McCarthy will testify before the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Subcommittee on Water and the Environment. Additional Info...

Mayor Gary McCarthy announces smoke alarm installation event When: Sunday, March 5, 2017 Time: 11:30 ~ 11:45 a.m. Where: 360 Veeder Avenue Fire Headquarters Additional Info...

City of Schenectady Industrial Development Agency Board Meeting Notice Read on...

2017 Annual Action Plan Request for Proposals Additional Info...

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