Dan is serving his 4th term as Albany County Executive; fighting for those in need & creating better opportunities for the middle class, poor & disadvantaged.
Welcome to Albany County, Shake Shack!
It was great to celebrate today's ribbon cutting at Stuyvesant Plaza. Every new business that invests here creates jobs, strengthens our local economy, and reinforces that Albany County is a great place to grow.
Congratulations to the entire Shake Shack team, and welcome to the neighborhood!
#ICYMI - On Tuesday I was proud to announce the reallocation of $241,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to four initiatives that have proven their value to Albany County residents.
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I'm honored to once again be recognized by City & State as one of the Upstate Power 100.
None of it happens alone. It takes dedicated county employees, community partners, local leaders, and residents who care deeply about where we live. This recognition is a reflection of the work we’re doing together to move Albany County forward, strengthen our communities, and create new opportunities.
Thank you to City & State for the recognition, and congratulations to all of this year’s honorees. There’s more work ahead, and I’m looking forward to continuing to deliver for the people of Albany County.
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Please see the attached advisories from the The Albany County Department of Public Works regarding paving operations that will affect County Route 202 (Meadowdale Rd) in the Town of Guilderland and County Route 401 in the Town of Westerlo.
Today I joined the YMCA for Ultimate Summer Games at Adventure Camp in Guilderland, bringing campers together for a day of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition.
I’m proud of the YMCA’s commitment to making sure every child has the opportunity to experience summer camp, including nearly $300,000 in scholarships each year to support families in our community. Thank you to the staff and volunteers who make these experiences possible.
I just released a new episode of my podcast, Albany County Direct! This week's guest is Scott Leslie, Director of the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau to discuss Albany County's award winning Veteran Peer-to-Peer Support Program.
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Today I was proud to announce the reallocation of $241,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to four initiatives that have proven their value to Albany County residents. They have strengthened our workforce, supported underserved communities, expanded access to arts and culture, and helped address critical healthcare workforce shortages. Thank you to our partners for everything you do for our community. Together, we're building a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Albany County.
Deputy County Executive Mike McLaughlin joined in a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Community Bank location on Wolf Road. We wish you continued success and are excited to see the outstanding opportunities and resources Community Bank will continue to bring to the people of Albany County!
August's Honor-a-Vet Ceremony was in honor of United States Army Joseph M. Davis. He proudly served from 1971 to 1973 as a Specialist in the 249th Engineer Battalion. During his service, he was stationed overseas in Germany for one year, where he specialized in operating heavy machinery in support of Army engineering operations. As a recognition of his honorable service during a period of national emergency, Joseph was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. While he passed in 2023, his legacy lives on.
Got to do something a little different before the show at MVP Arena last night. We surprised Zac Brown with a birthday cake and a small gift from Albany County before he took the stage.
Happy Birthday, Zac, and thanks for spending part of your special day here with us. Hope you had a great show and enjoyed the celebration. Safe travels!
This morning, I joined Congressman Tonko at the Coeymans wastewater treatment plant to see the damage from the recent flooding firsthand. We're working together at every level of government to ensure the facility has the resources it needs to continue serving the community.
More than 250 riders rolled into the Shaker Heritage Society on Tuesday as the Empire State Ride made its Day 3 stop in Albany County.
After conquering a 90-mile ride, participants were welcomed before continuing their 500+ mile journey across New York, which will finish in Niagara Falls tomorrow. Along the way, additional riders will join the effort, bringing this incredible community to nearly 300 cyclists, all united by one mission: ending cancer.
Pictured: Empire State Ride founder Terry Bourgeois with Johanna Batman of the Shaker Heritage Society.
Yesterday, my Director of the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau, Scott Leslie, participated in a Veterans equine-assisted learning program at the Albany Therapeutic Riding Center alongside staff from the Albany VA Medical Center and more than a dozen local Veterans. This program grew out of the Bureau's ongoing efforts to expand wellness opportunities for Albany County Veterans through strong partnerships with organizations like the Albany VA Medical Center and the Albany Therapeutic Riding Center.
By participating himself, Scott experienced firsthand how equine-assisted learning can foster trust, confidence, resilience, and camaraderie among Veterans in a unique and supportive environment.
I'm grateful to everyone at the Albany Therapeutic Riding Center and the Albany VA Medical Center for helping bring this initiative to life. Together, we're creating new opportunities for Veterans to connect, heal, and thrive, and Albany County remains committed to building programs that meet our Veterans where they are.
Albany County's 23rd annual Back to School Supply Drivebegins tomorrow! As we prepare for a new school year, let's come together to ensure every child in our community has the tools they need to succeed
ICYMI: Today, we announced a $100,000 investment in The Food Pantries for the Capital District to help strengthen the network of food pantries serving Albany County.
I just released a new episode of my podcast, Albany County Direct! This week's guest is Deb Riitano, Director of the recently renamed Neil Breslin Interfaith Sanctuary on the Saint Rose Campus. Episodes are now available on YouTube Podcasts so you have even more ways to listen!
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Today, we announced a $100,000 investment in The Food Pantries for the Capital District to help strengthen the network of food pantries serving Albany County.
With food costs continuing to rise and uncertainty surrounding federal nutrition assistance programs, we know more families may need to turn to their local pantry for help. This investment will support programs that keep pantry shelves stocked, rescue surplus food, deliver groceries to homebound residents, connect families with food assistance, and provide diapers to parents in need.
Everyone deserves access to healthy, nutritious food. By investing in organizations that are already making a difference, we're strengthening the safety net for our neighbors today while preparing for the challenges ahead.