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| Comedy for a Cause: The Children's Fund - Thursday, May 30 [Apr 25, 2013] |
| The Comedy Works, 500 Northern Boulevard, Albany, NY 12204 |
| 2013 State of the County Tour [updated 5/7] [Apr 2, 2012] |
Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy begins his second "State of the County" tour April 20 to talk with residents in each municipality about issues that are impacting them. |
| Albany County Sheriff's Office Offers Course in Civilian Response to an Active Shooter [May 3, 2013] |
| During this 2-hour training session, we provide your employees with vital information about what to expect during an incident, what to expect from law enforcement, and how to respond to law enforcement. The course is available to any business or organization within Albany County, and will be conducted on your premises. |
| JCAB Volunteer Training: A Restorative Approach to Address Juvenile Crime - June 15, 2013 [Feb 12, 2010] |
| The Juvenile Community Accountability Board seeks to help juveniles understand the impact crime has had on the community, and to allow them an opportunity to repair the harm that was caused. Board members are all volunteers who live, work or have some vested interest in the community. A training seminar for interested community members is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, 2013 (registration deadline June 10). |
| Fox Killed, Tests Positive for Rabies [Mar 1, 2013] |
Lab results have confirmed a fox shot and killed today has tested positive for rabies. |
| Potentially Rabid Fox Bites Woman: County Executive Warns Residents to Stay Alert [Mar 1, 2013] |
Albany County's Department of Health and Cohoes Police are working together to alert residents in the Jefferson Avenue/Lansing Park area of Cohoes to be on the lookout for stray animals acting strangely. This comes after a woman was bitten March 1 by a grey fox that is potentially rabid. |
| REMINDER for COUNTY EMPLOYEES: Notification in Case of Inclement Weather [Feb 14, 2007] |
Should County offices be closed due to severe weather, the County Executive's Office will notify the local media, post the closing on the Albany County website and notify employees via email. In addition those employees who do not have access to these sources can call (518) 447-7000 to determine if their work site is open. |
| MEDIA ADVISORY: McCoy Honors Albany County Fire Departments for Assisting LI Fire Department in Sandy Recovery [Dec 21, 2012] |
| County Executive Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff [Dec 15, 2012] |
| Statement by Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy on Veto of Local Law G [Dec 14, 2012] |
| Statement from Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy on Budget Adoption [Dec 13, 2012] |
| "I approve this budget with additions and increases as the execution of a veto would only make our ability to operate more difficult and would not achieve a more responsible budget...."
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| C-SPAN Highlights Albany [Dec 10, 2012] |
| C-SPAN's 2012 Cities Tour featured was featured on December 8-9, 2012.
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| COUNTY EXECUTIVE STATEMENT ON LEGISLATIVE BUDGET ACTION [Dec 4, 2012] |
When I released my proposed budget for 2013, I did so having given great thought to not only the implications it would have for next year, but the coming years as well. |
| Albany County Executive Rescinds State of Emergency [Oct 30, 2012] |
| Albany County Executive Declares State of Emergency [Oct 29, 2012] |
| Albany County Executive Tours Coeymans, Holds News Conference with Sheriff [Oct 29, 2012] |
| Albany County is ready for Hurricane Sandy and Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy will tour Coeymans this afternoon. |
| Albany County Update on Hurricane Sandy - October 28 [Oct 28, 2012] |
| Albany County Emergency Contact Information [Oct 27, 2012] |
| Albany County Update on Hurricane Sandy [Oct 27, 2012] |
| Albany County DPW Crews Ready If/When Sandy Hits [Oct 27, 2012] |
As Hurricane Sandy continues to make its way along the coast, Albany County Department of Works crews are prepared should severe weather hit. |
| Preparing Albany County in Case Monster Storm Hits [Oct 27, 2012] |
No one knows for sure what path Hurricane Sandy will take in the coming days. What we do know is that all meteorologists are talking about the potential for severe weather. |
| County Offers Flu Vaccinations [Sep 14, 2009] |
The Albany County Department of Health is offering seasonal flu vaccine for County residents. |
| 2013 Executive Budget Released [Oct 10, 2012] |
Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy has released his 2013 Executive Budget to the Albany County Legislature. |
| County Executive McCoy Discusses the Nursing Home [Sep 25, 2012] |
| In a commentary to the Albany Times-Union, County Executive Dan McCoy explains his position on the difficult process of making a decision regarding the Albany County Nursing Hhome. |
| JUDICIAL CENTER SHUT DOWN [Sep 19, 2012] |
| Statement on Social Security Number Breach [Sep 7, 2012] |
| Back to School Readiness for Parents, Caregivers and Students [Aug 24, 2012] |
| The role of the educational system in the lives of our children is critical to their growth and development, now and for generations to come. |
| NEWS COVERAGE: South End gets new playground equipment [Aug 21, 2012] |
A new piece of playground equipment and some upgrades come to Elizabeth Street Park in the City of Albany, made possible by a $10,000 award from the County Department of Health. |
| NEWS COVERAGE: Berne & Westerlo Receive Homeland Security SAFER Grants [Aug 21, 2012] |
Through the Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response program ("SAFER"), volunteer fire departments in Berne and Westerlo will receive $429,000 over the next two years. |
| NEWS COVERAGE: Out-of-state inmates at the Albany County Jail? [Aug 21, 2012] |
In a unique arrangement, the County jail may soon start to house out-of-state inmates and earn the County millions in revenue. |
| Statement by Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy on Veto of Local Law F [Aug 7, 2012] |
| NEWS COVERAGE: How Safe Are Food Trucks? [Aug 4, 2012] |
If you're anywhere near downtown Albany in the summer, you know the food trucks are a big draw--but how do you know those traveling dining spots are safe? |
| Coverage of the Precious Metals Law Public Hearing on WTEN on 7/30/12 [Aug 1, 2012] |
| 2012 Emergency Cooling Program Guidelines [Jul 3, 2012] |
| Low-income New Yorkers whose health issues pose a medical emergency during extended periods of hot weather may qualify to receive an air conditioner through the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). |
| Interview with County Executive Dan McCoy on issues of the day [Jun 28, 2012] |
| Lead Poisoning Information [Mar 25, 2008] |
| Lead Poisoning is a danger for every baby and child. If you are pregnant, protect yourself and your baby from lead poisoning. |
| JCAB Program Seeking Volunteers [Oct 26, 2011] |
The Albany County Probation Department is currently seeking volunteers for their Juvenile Community Accountability Board(JCAB) Program.Expanding to the Bethlehem, Guilderland and Watervliet areas. |
| NOTICE to HISPANIC and/or WOMEN FARMERS and RANCHERS [Jul 11, 2011] |
If you believe that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) improperly denied farm loan benefits to you between 1981 and 2000 because you are Hispanic or because you are female, you may be eligible to apply for compensation. |
| Disposal of Used Syringes and Needles [Aug 26, 2004] |
The Albany County Department of Residential Health Care Facilities is providing disposal of used syringes and needles (sharps), for the community, such as for diabetes patients who use needles for insulin shots. |
| Organ and Tissue Donation: Become a Donor! [Oct 16, 2008] |
| You have the power to help save lives! New Yorkers can document their decision to become a donor by enrolling in the NYS Donate Life Registry. |
| FOSTER and ADOPTION FAMILIES NEEDED! [Jun 3, 2005] |
The Children and Family Services unit of the Department for Children, Youth and Families is looking for foster and adoptive parents. We provide training and assistance to local families who want to provide a safe haven or a permanent home to a child in need. |
| Drowsy Driving Awareness [Mar 14, 2008] |
Drowsy driving, driving while sleep-deprived or falling asleep behind the wheel, is a growing problem in New York State. In addition to increasing your risk of having an accident, driving while drowsy or sleep-deprived can alter your judgment and reaction time and endanger you, your passengers and other drivers on the road. |
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| Inaction by Majority Leadership on Nursing Home Requires $2.2 Million Move [May 16, 2013] |
County Executive Daniel P. McCoy today announced that the administration has submitted a request for $2.2 million in funding to be moved from a contingency fund in the budget to enable the Albany County Nursing Home to meet payroll and other expenses for the month of July. |
| Legislative Majority Leaders Jeopardize Community College [May 14, 2013] |
| "I am mystified about the legislature's action last night after meeting with Shawn Morse, Frank Commisso, Mike Mackey and Tom Cotrofeld a week before the vote to resolve any remaining issues on the Schenectady County Community College construction contract," said Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy. |
| County Executive Statement on State Budget Agreement [Mar 21, 2013] |
| Survey Finds that Albany County Is Among the Healthiest in New York State [Mar 21, 2013] |
New rankings on county health show that Albany County is among the healthiest in the state. |
| McCoy Settlement Means Employees Get Days Back [Mar 14, 2013] |
Albany County employees who were furloughed in 2009 will get that time back. Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy says current employees who were furloughed four years ago will be reimbursed in additional paid time off. |
| Problem-solving, Innovation and Collaboration Key to McCoy's 2013 State of the County Speech [Mar 11, 2013] |
In his second State of the County address, Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy credits accomplishments during his first year in office to addressing fiscal problems head on through problem-solving, innovation and collaboration. |
| County Executive McCoy Joined by Partners for Launch of 'Safe Sleeping' Campaign to Prevent Infant Deaths [Mar 7, 2013] |
| Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy, local health, child welfare and law enforcement officials have launched a joint campaign to prevent infant deaths due to "unsafe sleeping," which commonly occurs when an adult shares a bed with an infant and rolls over onto them which leads to the death of the child. |
| Albany County Nursing Home Losing $1,000,000 a Month [Feb 27, 2013] |
| Two million dollar loss already in 2013; 2% property tax cap may never be reached. |
| County Executive Helps Load Gifts for Adopt-a-Family Program [Dec 21, 2012] |
| Albany County Sewer District Partnership with Power Plant Cited for Innovation in Water Reuse [Dec 13, 2012] |
Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy has announced that a collaborative effort between the Albany County Sewer District and the Empire Generating Co. power plant has been recognized for its sustainability and conservation efforts by the WateReuse Association. |
| Donation Collection 'Huge' from Albany County [Nov 16, 2012] |
In just one week, Albany County employees and residents collected enough boxes and bags of items needed by victims of Hurricane Sandy that they exceeded the expectations of Security Plumbing & Heating Supply and filled two trucks. |
| County Executive Daniel McCoy will host public hearings [Nov 16, 2012] |
| Albany County Participating in Great American Smokeout [Nov 15, 2012] |
| Albany County Participating in Great American Smokeout
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| Albany County Executive Deployed in Hurricane Sandy Relief [Nov 7, 2012] |
| Freedom from Domestic Violence: Fundamental Human Right [Oct 31, 2012] |
Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy recognizes freedom from domestic violence as a fundamental human right 365 days a year amd has issued an Executive Order and Directive in support of this belief. |
| Albany County Veterans Program Hits Milestone [Jul 6, 2012] |
Albany County Veterans Program Hits MilestoneAlbany County's "Return the FAVOR" (Find & Assist Vets of Record) Program has enrolled its 1,000th veteran and signed on its 100th business. Return the Favor is a merchant discount program for eligible Albany County veterans who receive a discount on purchases or services at participating merchants. |
| County Executive McCoy to Honor Volunteers [Apr 6, 2012] |
| Albany County Announces More Cost Saving Measures Through Consolidation and Increased Efficiency of its Dispatching Services [Mar 26, 2012] |
| Transition Team Recommends County Create, Collaborate and Consolidate [Mar 8, 2012] |
| Albany County Sewer District to Cut Costs, Save Energy and Create Jobs by Recovering Waste Heat [Sep 22, 2011] |
| Public Defender The Public Defender’s Office defends indigent persons charged with violations of law that could result in incarceration upon conviction and provides representation to indigent parties in Family Court matters. |
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