Albany, NY

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will vote on Local Law O, which amends the city charter to establish ranked-choice voting for primary and general elections. The body will also consider Local Law Q, which repeals the Business Investment Exemption and the Industrial and Commercial Incentive Board. Additionally, the Council will review ordinances regarding the registration of rental dwellings and the permitting of cottage courts.

• Local Law O: Amends City Charter to establish ranked-choice voting for elections
• Local Law Q: Repeals Business Investment Exemption and Industrial and Commercial Incentive Board
• Local Law R: Amends housing code to require registration of rental dwellings
• Ordinance 9.42.26: Amends Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance to permit cottage courts
• Ordinance 14.72.26: Amends Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance to permit battery energy storage systems

Community Police Review Board

The Albany Community Police Review Board will review ten specific complaints against APD officers, including one previously tabled case. The board will also consider responses to proposals for legal and monitoring services, as well as a recommendation regarding pending litigation. Staff will provide updates on complaint backlogs, noting that 111 active complaints have exceeded the 120-day legal review period.

• Review of 10 complaints against APD officers, including CC2026-029 (Det. Adalian) and cases involving Det. Dixon and Det. Stiles
• Consideration of responses to proposals for Legal Services and Monitor/Investigator Service providers
• Consideration of a recommendation regarding CPRB litigation currently pending appeal
• Staff update on complaint backlog: 153 active complaints, with 111 exceeding the 120-day maximum review period
• Introduction of new board members John-Raphael Pichardo and Tamel Anderson, and new staff member Brenna Dorr

Law, Buildings and Code Enforcement Committee

The Law, Buildings and Code Enforcement Committee will discuss two items: a local law to establish ranked choice voting for city primary and general elections, and an ordinance to update domestic partnership fees and documentation requirements. The committee will also review a petition for a city charter amendment on single unified elections and ranked choice voting. Public comment is permitted.

• Local Law O of 2026: establishes ranked choice voting for Mayor, Chief City Auditor, Treasurer, President of the Common Council, and Council member
• Ordinance 15.81.26: raises domestic partnership filing fee from $35 to $40 and adds documentation requirements
• Petition for charter amendment on single unified election and ranked choice voting
• Public comment period available in-person, online, or via email

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

Public, Education & Government Access Oversight Board

La Junta de Supervisión de Acceso Público, Educativo y Gubernamental (PEGAOB) se reúne para una sesión rutinaria. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios del público e informes del tesorero, el presidente y el coordinador del estudio. No se enumeran decisiones específicas, contratos ni cambios de política para discusión o votación.

• Aprobación de las actas del 10 de junio de 2026
• Informe del Tesorero
• Informe del Presidente
• Informe del Coordinador del Estudio

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

The Commission on Monuments and Public Art is meeting to discuss its jurisdiction, strategic plan, and categorization of public artworks, and to review public feedback on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument and the Lewis A. Sawyer Statue. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports, approvals, and public comment, but includes these specific project reviews.

• Review of Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument feedback
• Review of Lewis A. Sawyer Statue feedback
• Discussion of Commission's jurisdiction and scope
• Strategic plan discussion
• Categorizing types of public artworks

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos recibirá una actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero de la ciudad. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; la sesión es informativa y se permiten comentarios del público.

• Presentación – Actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee will discuss and vote on two items: a resolution consenting to the mayor's appointment of Chester Bennett to the Albany Parking Authority Board of Directors, and an ordinance amending the city's zoning code to add detailed regulations for permitting battery energy storage systems (BESS), including tiered requirements for safety, setbacks, noise, and decommissioning.

• Resolution 88.81.26R: Consent to appointment of Chester Bennett to Albany Parking Authority Board of Directors (term expires Jan. 2, 2031)
• Ordinance 14.72.26: Amends Chapter 375 (Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance) to permit and regulate battery energy storage systems
• Tier 1 BESS allowed as accessory or permitted use in many districts; Tier 2 BESS requires conditional use permit and major development plan review
• Tier 2 BESS must be set back at least 250 feet from non-participating residences and occupied community buildings
• Tier 2 BESS requires decommissioning plan with financial security at 125% of estimated removal cost

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee voted to advance three items to the full Common Council with positive recommendations: the appointment of Chester Bennett to the Albany Parking Authority Board, the reappointment of Jonathan Nix to the Commission on Monuments and Public Art, and an ordinance amending the city code to permit battery energy storage systems (BESS). The BESS ordinance was advanced pending specific amendments to Section 2. No public comment was heard.

• Moved Resolution 88.81.26R (Chester Bennett appointment to Parking Authority) out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Moved Resolution 90.82.26R (Jonathan Nix reappointment to Monuments and Public Art Commission) out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Moved Ordinance 14.72.26 (BESS permitting) out of committee with positive recommendation, pending amendments to Section 2 (voice vote)

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment will consider several budget transfers, including a $5.77 million increase to the Water Department's capital budget funded by EFC financing and NYS EFC aid for stormwater projects on Lower Hackett Blvd. Also on the agenda are smaller transfers for youth workforce services and exam proctors, plus two legal settlements. The meeting is a regular session with action items.

• $5,766,190 increase to Water Department capital budget for Lower Hackett Blvd stormwater capture and conveyance system, funded by EFC financing and NYS EFC aid
• $35,000 transfer to Youth and Workforce Services contracted services for SYEP program
• $3,500 transfer to Human Resources professional services for exam proctors
• Legal settlement of Kristen Garabedian v. City of Albany for $208.11
• Legal settlement of Frank Tortorelli v. City of Albany for $189.00

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment unanimously approved three budget transfers: $35,000 for Youth and Workforce Services contracted services, $3,500 for exam proctors, and a $5,766,190 increase for water and sewer capital projects funded by EFC financing and NYS EFC aid. The board also noted two legal settlements totaling $397.11. All actions were approved 5-0.

• Approved $35,000 transfer to Youth and Workforce Services contracted services (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 transfer for exam proctors (5-0)
• Approved $5,766,190 increase for water/sewer capital projects (5-0)
• Noted legal settlements: $208.11 for Kristen Garabedian and $189.00 for Frank Tortorelli

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council is holding a caucus and regular meeting with an active calendar, supporting legislation, and active legislation. The agenda lists items for first-time introduction and previously introduced legislation under consideration, but specific details are not provided in the text.

• Active Calendar agenda item
• Supporting Legislation for first-time introduction
• Active Legislation previously introduced

Task Force on the Municipal Flag

The Task Force on the Municipal Flag will meet to accept minutes from July 13, 2026, hear public comment, and receive a report from the chair. Old business includes discussions on the ZITE website, opening submissions, outreach materials, and the current city flag inventory. No new business is listed.

• Discussion regarding website (ZITE)
• Discussion regarding opening submissions
• Discussion regarding outreach materials
• Discussion regarding current city flag inventory

General Services, Health and Environment Committee

The General Services, Health and Environment Committee will discuss an ordinance to allow pesticide use on city playing fields, and two resolutions to rename street portions in honor of Nathaniel Pulliam and George and Helen Torian. The pesticide ordinance would add an exception to the current ban for fields used for league play. The street renamings are honorary and would not change addresses.

• Ordinance 12.71.26 to amend Chapter 259 (Pesticides) to allow pesticide use on city playing fields for league play
• Resolution 84.81.26R to rename a portion of Henry Johnson Boulevard as Nathaniel Pulliam Way
• Resolution 85.81.26R to rename a portion of Ten Broeck Place as George and Helen Torian Way

The committee voted to move Ordinance 12.71.26, which would allow pesticide use on city playing fields, out of committee with a positive recommendation. It also advanced two street renaming resolutions honoring Nathaniel Pulliam and George and Helen Torian. All three items now go to the full Common Council.

• Moved Ordinance 12.71.26 (pesticides on playing fields) out of committee with positive recommendation
• Moved Resolution 84.81.26R (renaming portion of Livingston Ave for Nathaniel Pulliam) out of committee with positive recommendation
• Moved Resolution 85.81.26R (renaming portion of Ten Broeck Place for George and Helen Torian) out of committee with positive recommendation

Community Police Review Board

The Albany Community Police Review Board (CPRB) will hold its monthly public meeting to review and vote on findings for 10 complaints against Albany Police Department officers, consider responses to proposals for legal and monitor/investigator services, and discuss the 2026 budget recommendation. The board will also hear public comment and receive updates from staff, including on the biannual report and community events. The agenda includes an executive session for litigation updates.

• Review of 10 complaints (AD2024-089, CC2025-055, CC2026-019, CC2026-028, CC2026-033, CC2026-036, CC2026-040, CC2026-022, CC2026-025, CC2026-029) against APD detectives
• Consideration of responses to proposals for legal service providers and monitor/investigator service provider
• Consideration of 2026 budget recommendation
• Request for Proposals for mediation services and records management services
• Closure of complaint CC2026-043 as withdrawn

The Albany Community Police Review Board approved a recommendation to return any 2026 budget funds exceeding the legally mandated 1% threshold to the City, addressing financial challenges. The board also approved findings on multiple police complaints, including several exonerations and two sustained body-worn camera violations, and tabled one complaint for further discussion. Additionally, the board scheduled its September meeting for September 3rd and discussed updates on complaints, community events, and staffing.

• Approved recommendation to return 2026 budget funds exceeding 1% threshold (5-0)
• Approved findings for complaint AD2024-089, including sustained body-worn camera violation (5-0)
• Approved findings for complaint CC2025-055, use of force exonerated (5-0)
• Approved findings for complaint CC2026-019, arrest exonerated (5-0)
• Approved findings for complaint CC2026-028, including sustained body-worn camera violation with retraining penalty (5-0)
• Approved findings for complaint CC2026-033, arrest and call handling unfounded (5-0)
• Approved findings for complaint CC2026-036, arrest and use of force exonerated, conduct no finding (5-0)
• Tabled discussion of complaint CC2026-029 until next meeting (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Evaluación e Impuestos recibirá una presentación sobre la actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero. Analizarán las tendencias presupuestarias del FY2026 y las implicaciones para el FY2027, así como la documentación para las solicitudes presupuestarias del FY2027. La reunión incluye un período de comentarios públicos.

• Presentación – Actualización de mitad de año del plan financiero
• Tendencias Presupuestarias del FY2026 – Implicaciones para el FY2027
• Documentación de Solicitudes Presupuestarias del FY2027
• Período de comentarios públicos disponible en persona y en línea

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council will hold its regular meeting on August 17, 2026, with a full agenda of local laws, ordinances, and resolutions. Key items include a local law establishing police disciplinary procedures and creating a public safety officer, an ordinance allowing city employees to use pesticides on city property, and resolutions to rename portions of Livingston Avenue and Ten Broeck Place. The council will also consider budget transfers and position changes, as well as several other ordinances and resolutions.

• Local Law P of 2026: establishes police disciplinary procedures and creates a Public Safety Officer
• Ordinance 12.71.26: allows city employees to use pesticides on city property
• Resolution 84.81.26R: renames a portion of Livingston Avenue in honor of Nathaniel Pulliam
• Resolution 85.81.26R: renames a portion of Ten Broeck Place in honor of George and Helen Torian
• Resolution 81.72.26R: approves transfer of budgeted funds and change in authorized positions affecting salary

The Common Council held a caucus to review the agenda for the August 17 regular meeting, including discussion of Local Laws P and Q, and noted plans to formally accept a city-wide petition for ranked choice voting. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural, with members discussing upcoming legislation, committee appointments, and community issues.

• No formal decisions made; caucus only
• Agenda for August 17 regular meeting discussed
• Plans to accept ranked-choice voting petition noted
• Discussion on creating ad-hoc committee for ranked-choice voting deferred to existing committee process

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is discussing two items: Local Law P of 2026, which replaces the voided Local Law F of 2022 with a detailed police disciplinary process and creates a Public Safety Officer role; and Ordinance 13.72.26, which establishes a voluntary, non-punitive 'Albany Youth Safety and Support Hours' program on weekend nights. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion meeting with public comment.

• Local Law P of 2026: Amends police disciplinary procedures after court voided prior law; creates a Public Safety Officer to conduct hearings
• Ordinance 13.72.26: Establishes a pilot youth program with 'Youth Support Hubs' open Fridays-Sundays 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
• Program is voluntary, not a curfew, and aims to provide safe spaces and mentorship for minors under 18
• Public Safety Officer position already budgeted for in 2026, per supporting memo

The Public Safety Committee voted to move Local Law P of 2026 out of committee with a positive recommendation, which corrects a 2021 law deemed unconstitutionally vague by courts. The committee also discussed Ordinance 13.72.26, a two-year pilot program to address youth violence, but took no formal action, with members raising concerns about curfew language, emergency order approval, complaint mechanisms, and fiscal impact.

• Moved Local Law P of 2026 out of committee with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Entered executive session to discuss Community Police Review Board appointments (voice vote)
• Exited executive session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Housing and Community Development Committee

The Housing and Community Development Committee is discussing Resolution 68.62.26R. This resolution calls on Capital District Apartments, LLC to negotiate in good faith with the Thurlow Terrace Tenant Union regarding housing safety and habitability.

• Resolution 68.62.26R: Calling on Capital District Apartments, LLC to negotiate with the Thurlow Terrace Tenant Union
• Request for Albany Industrial Development Agency to explore options under an existing PILOT agreement to encourage landlord compliance
• Call for representatives of Capital District Apartments, LLC to attend a committee meeting to explain plans for addressing habitability violations

The Albany Common Council's Housing and Community Development Committee held a discussion-only meeting on August 10, 2026, regarding Resolution 68.62.26R, which calls on Capital District Apartments, LLC to negotiate in good faith with the Thurlow Terrace Tenant Union. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted of public comment and a detailed exchange between tenants, management representatives, and council members about tenant demands and management responses. The committee adjourned by voice vote.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Meeting adjourned by voice vote (moved by Adams, seconded by Powell)

Historic Resources Commission

The Historic Resources Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss a concept review for a property in the Center Square/Hudson Park Historic District. The commission is reviewing proposed exterior changes for a property owned by James Brown.

• Concept review for 44 Spring Street: proposed front facade modifications, entry reconfiguration, shutter installation, window replacement, and exterior painting

Sustainability Commission

The Albany Sustainability Commission will discuss a pro bono offer from the Earth Law Center to implement the NY Green Amendment locally, review policy documents from an April workshop, and hear updates on the Climate Action Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion on a partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension for education and outreach.

• Earth Law Center offers pro bono work to implement NY Green Amendment through established ordinances and global examples
• Review of policy documents and proposed deadlines from April Policy Workshop
• Climate Action Plan general updates
• Cornell Cooperative Extension partnership discussion for education and outreach
• Working group updates on Energy and Biodiversity

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review several requests for zoning variances. Most applications involve converting office spaces into apartments with unit sizes smaller than the district minimum. One request concerns impervious lot coverage for a residential pool and patio.

• 6 Mountain View Avenue: Request for 43.7% impervious lot coverage for a pool and patio
• 307 Hamilton Street: Request for 732.50 SF GFA per unit
• 305 Hamilton Street: Request for 681.67 SF GFA per unit
• 301 Hamilton Street: Request for 700 SF GFA per unit
• 299, 297, and 295 Hamilton Street: Requests for unit sizes ranging from 483.33 to 578.75 SF GFA

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved six applications by Arrowhead Estates Inc. to convert office space to residential apartments at 295-307 Hamilton Street, allowing smaller average unit sizes than the zoning minimum, with the condition that each unit be at least 400 square feet. The board also tabled a separate application for a pool and patio at 6 Mountain View Avenue. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved AV-2026-6 at 307 Hamilton Street (3-0)
• Approved AV-2026-8 at 305 Hamilton Street (3-0)
• Approved AV-2026-9 at 301 Hamilton Street (3-0)
• Approved AV-2026-10 at 299 Hamilton Street (3-0)
• Approved AV-2026-11 at 297 Hamilton Street (3-0)
• Approved AV-2026-12 at 295 Hamilton Street (3-0)
• Tabled AV-2026-15 at 6 Mountain View Avenue (3-0)

Planning Board

The Albany Planning Board will hold a public meeting to hear presentations and public comment on three development plan reviews. No votes or decisions are scheduled; each item is listed with 'No action' under consideration.

• Construction of ADA-accessible parking area with 11 spaces at Historic Cherry Hill (549, 523 South Pearl Street)
• Conversion of St. John's church at 142 Green Street into 17 multi-unit dwellings
• New three-story wing addition at 650 Warren Street, creating 44 dwelling units
• All three projects are mixed-use neighborhood zoning districts (MU-NE or MU-NC)

The Albany Planning Board deferred three development plan reviews: DPR-2026-4 (ADA parking at Historic Cherry Hill, 549/523 South Pearl Street), DPR-2026-10 (conversion of St. John's church to 17 residential units at 142 Green Street), and DPR-2026-18 (new wing and additional story for 44 dwelling units at 650 Warren Street). The board took no action on any of the proposals. The meeting adjourned at 6:47 PM with a 3-0 vote.

• Deferred DPR-2026-4: ADA parking and new parking area with 11 spaces at 549/523 South Pearl Street.
• Deferred DPR-2026-10: Conversion of St. John's church to 17 dwelling units at 142 Green Street.
• Deferred DPR-2026-18: New three-story wing and additional story for 44 dwelling units at 650 Warren Street.
• Meeting adjourned at 6:47 PM with a 3-0 vote.

Contract & Supply

The Board of Contract and Supply received and opened bids for snow management services in five zones, landfill storm water management, and other contracts. It also voted to award contracts for police print and mail services and pump system maintenance. The meeting was procedural, with all votes unanimous.

• Snow Management Services Zone A: H.U.R.B. Landscaping, Inc. bid $18,052.13
• Snow Management Services Zone C: Anastasi General Contracting bid $11,500.00
• Albany Landfill Storm Water Management: Premium Property Maintenance lowest bid $255,540.00 total
• Albany Police Department Print & Mail Services awarded to Camelot Print & Copy Center
• Pump Systems Equipment Maintenance awarded to Emmons Metro, LLC

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment is deciding on a $3.4 million increase in appropriations for water distribution capital outlay, funded by EFC financing, and a series of budget transfers totaling $63,750 among water purification, sewer, and pump station accounts.

• $3,402,630 increase for water distribution capital outlay from EFC financing
• $61,300 transfer from Water Purification Vehicles to Plant Equipment
• $23,000 transfer from Sewer Motor Fuel to Purification Temporary Help
• $2,000 transfer from Pump Station Contracted Services to Sewer Other Equipment
• $2,000 transfer from Purification Training to Purification Contracted Services

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment voted 5-0 to approve a series of budget transfers within the Water Purification, Sewer, and Pump Station accounts, totaling $63,750, to cover future invoices and reallocate funds for vehicles, equipment, temporary help, and contracted services.

• Approved $63,750 in budget transfers for Water Purification, Sewer, and Pump Station accounts (5-0)

Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee

The Planning, Economic Development and Land Use Committee is reviewing two mayoral appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Both proposed terms are set to expire on December 31, 2029.

• Resolution 78.72.26R: Re-appointment of Serena White-Lake to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Resolution 79.72.26R: Appointment of Celeste Knight to the Board of Zoning Appeals

The committee voted to move two resolutions forward with positive recommendations regarding the Board of Zoning Appeals. These actions concern the reappointment of one member and the appointment of a new member.

• Recommended reappointment of Serena White-Lake to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Resolution 78.72.26R) via voice vote
• Recommended appointment of Celeste Knight to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Resolution 79.72.26R) via voice vote

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The agenda for the August 3, 2026 meeting of the Albany Common Council consists only of references to PDF files for the active calendar, supporting legislation, and active legislation. No specific proposed actions, ordinances, or resolutions are described in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural.

• Agenda text contains only document references, no specific items

Commission on Monuments and Public Art

The Commission on Monuments and Public Art will discuss the status of its strategic plan and jurisdiction. Members will also review feedback regarding the Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument and the Lewis A. Sawyer Statue.

• Feedback on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument
• Feedback on the Lewis A. Sawyer Statue
• Review of Commission's jurisdiction and scope
• Discussion of strategic plan
• Proposal Submission Form and procedural process

City Clerk Hearings and Notices

The Accessory Entertainment Committee will review an application for an accessory entertainment license submitted by One More Chance, LLC d-b-a Elevate, located at 69 North Pearl St. Residents may submit written comments by Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Comments will be distributed to each committee member.

• Accessory Entertainment License Application by One More Chance, LLC d-b-a Elevate
• Business address: 69 North Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207
• Applicant: Carlos Montes
• Public comment deadline: July 29, 2026, 11:59 pm
• Comments to be sent to the Accessory Entertainment Committee (email: CityClerk@albanyny.gov)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The Albany Common Council is reviewing proposals for ranked choice voting in city elections and a new open data policy. The body is also considering a resolution to request documents for the 2027 proposed budget review and updates to domestic partnership fees.

• Local Law O of 2026: Establish ranked choice voting for primary and general elections
• Local Law K of 2026: Add an open data policy for public records and data
• Resolution 87.81.26R: Request budget office documents for 2027 proposed budget review
• Ordinance 15.81.26: Update fee and documentation requirements for domestic partnerships
• Ordinance 7.41.26: Lease a portion of 239 Second Avenue to Sprintcom LLC

Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee

El Comité de Finanzas, Tasación e Impuestos discutirá el Memorando de Intención del Presupuesto 2026, la documentación de las solicitudes presupuestarias para el FY2027 y la planificación fiscal para el FY2027. No se enumeran montos en dólares ni propuestas de proyectos específicos; la reunión se centra en la revisión presupuestaria preliminar y la planificación.

• Revisión del Memorando de Intención del Presupuesto 2026
• Discusión de la Documentación de Solicitudes Presupuestarias para el FY2027
• Planificación Fiscal para el FY2027

Water Board

The Albany Water Board will consider 14 resolutions including a $752,000 task order for water main improvements (DWSRF 19554), a $153,650 feasibility study for a transmission main bridge, and a $125,000 grant application for aquatic connectivity. Commissioners will also discuss alternative rates, the Albany Med project, and an illicit discharge at Hannaford Plaza. Several change orders involving credits exceeding $500,000 are up for approval.

• Resolution 26-73: up to $752,000 task order for water main improvements with CT Male Associates
• Resolution 26-71: $153,650 feasibility study for 48-inch transmission main bridge over Stream No. 9
• Resolution 26-67: $125,000 WQIP grant application for aquatic connectivity with $31,250 match
• Resolution 26-77: $567,206.88 credit change order for Complete Streets & Lead Service Contract 2
• Resolution 26-78: $417,054.72 credit change order for Complete Streets & Lead Service Contract 1

Water Board

The Finance Committee of the Albany Water Board will meet to approve prior minutes, receive financial reports from its Chief Fiscal Officer and a rate advisor, and may enter executive session for confidential matters. No voting or major decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine oversight.

• Approval of minutes from April 24, 2026 meeting
• Financial report by Chief Fiscal Officer Ariful Islam covering month-to-date and year-to-date financials, audit, and budget
• Rate advisor report by William Kahn of UHY Advisors
• Possible executive session for litigation, personnel, or real-estate matters

Contract & Supply

The Board of Contract and Supply voted unanimously to adopt the agenda and adjourn. It authorized advertising for bids on the Thurlow Terrace Stormwater Separation Project for the Albany Water Board, and for Landfill Gas Blower Skid Parts, Preventative Maintenance & Repair. Bids were received for Pump Systems Equipment and Albany Police Department Print & Mail Services, but no dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Authorized advertising for bids on Thurlow Terrace Stormwater Separation Project
• Authorized advertising for bids on Landfill Gas Blower Skid Parts, Preventative Maintenance & Repair
• Received bids for Pump Systems Equipment, Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance & Repair from Emmons Metro
• Received bids for Albany Police Department Print & Mail Services from Camelot Print & Copy Center

Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment will consider transferring $252,700 between city accounts to cover equipment costs, operational needs, and future invoices. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at City Hall.

• Transfer $12,000 for Hurb landscaping invoice
• Transfer $10,000 for Albany West Community Center gym equipment
• Transfer $130,000 for Water Purification supplies
• Transfer $50,000 for Special Items contingency
• Transfer $30,000 for Admin Temporary Help

The Board of Estimate & Apportionment approved a series of budget transfers totaling $275,600, reallocating funds within the Department of General Services, Recreation, and Water Purification. The transfers cover expenses such as snow emergency landscaping, gym equipment, and operational needs. The motion was approved unanimously (5-0).

• Approved $12,000 transfer for snow emergency landscaping invoice (5-0)
• Approved $200 transfer for Recreation maintenance supplies (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 transfer for gym equipment at Albany West Community Center and Quail St. Boxing Gym (5-0)
• Approved $10,703 transfer for Recreation maintenance other equipment (5-0)
• Approved $252,700 transfer for Water Purification and related accounts (5-0)

Common Council Caucus & Regular Meeting

The provided document contains only the meeting header and placeholders for supporting legislation and active calendars. No specific legislative actions, projects, or topics are detailed in the text.

Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss prospective applicants for the Community Police Review Board. Members will also view a training and graduation video from the Albany Police Department.

• Discussion on Community Police Review Board applicants
• Viewing of Albany Police Department Session 14 Training/Graduation Video

The Public Safety Committee voted to advance an applicant to the Community Police Review Board with a positive recommendation, after discussing the applicant's background check and communication issues. The committee also entered and exited executive session for a personnel matter and viewed an Albany Police Department training video. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Advanced an applicant to Community Police Review Board membership with positive recommendation (voice vote)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matter (voice vote)
• Exited executive session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)