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Mayor McCarthy Asks City Employees and Residents to Complete 2020 Census Questionnaire

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...
City Yard Waste Collection to Resume April 1st

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...
City Playgrounds Closed and Yard Waste Collection Postponed Until Further Notice

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

Welcome to the City of Schenectady’s new website. Schenectady is in the midst of a resurgence with an expanded Proctors Theatre in the heart of a reinvigorated downtown that includes new hotels, a cinema, restaurants, high technology companies, and loft housing. In addition, the new Mohawk Harbor project will continue to build on the positive momentum for our City. Please enjoy this new website which is designed to make it easier for residents to find services and information.