Schenectady Metroplex

Capital Region Land Bank Schedules 27 Demolitions for Schenectady – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority Capital Region Land Bank Schedules 27 Demolitions for Schenectady Once Sites are Cleared $157 million in Neighborhood Investment to Follow July 24, 2024 Schenectady, N.Y. — The Capital Region Land Bank today announced that it will coordinate 27 demolitions of blighted and vacant buildings this fal...

The Capital Region Land Bank, part of Metroplex, cleared the site and demolished a long vacant zombie property on Cramer Avenue in Rotterdam so that Habitat for Humanity of Schenectady County could build their 63rd home in Schenectady County.

Schenectady Habitat hosts Home Dedication Ceremony – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority Schenectady Habitat hosts Home Dedication Ceremony Di**le Family receives keys to their new home July 17, 2024 ROTTERDAM, N.Y. — Habitat for Humanity of Schenectady County, Inc. (HFHSC) volunteers, donors, board members and staff officially presented the Di**le family with keys to their new home o...

In the past two months, the following buildings were approved for renovation in downtown Schenectady. All are being redeveloped as apartments as demand for living downtown continues. This helps us keep the momentum going downtown. We thank all of these building owners for their investment in Schenectady’s future.

417 Union - 5 apartments
508 Union - 4 apartments
611 Union - 6 apartments
612 Union -11 apartments
615 Union - 5 apartments
148 Barrett - 8 apartments

The renovation of 3 State Street can now move forward following final approvals by the City of Schenectady earlier this week. This is an important historic preservation project as 3 State Street is on the National Historic Register. We thank Johnson Electrical of Troy for working with Metroplex to obtain approvals and start renovation work to restore this long vacant building bringing 17 new apartments on-line.

The Galesi Group announced today that Mr. Aaron Quantock has been appointed as operations manager of the new Mohawk Harbor Arena and Events Center, which is now under construction along the riverfront in Schenectady. Quantock previously served as Assistant Supervisor of Operations at RPI as well as Director of Hockey Operations

GE Vernova plans new $22 million investment in Schenectady facility. Learn More:

GE Vernova plans new $22 million investment in Schenectady facility – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority GE Vernova plans new $22 million investment in Schenectady facility Company anticipates hiring more than 150 new employees to support new growth and meet existing and increased demand July 10, 2024 SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – GE Vernova today announced a new $22 million investment in its historic Schenect...

Metroplex welcomed Pearce Renewables to their new office downtown at a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted on July 2nd by the Capital Region Chamber.

Pearce Renewables Ribbon Cutting - Capital Region Chamber The Capital Region Chamber joined in the ribbon cutting celebration of Pearce Renewables, the largest independent service provider of renewable energy services in the country.... Read more »

We thank the Schenectady County Legislature for approving this parking agreement that will help bring another major television production to Schenectady. Learn more:

County Legislature Advances Parking Deal to Attract HBO Production Using SUNY Schenectady Lots – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority County Legislature Advances Parking Deal to Attract HBO Production Using SUNY Schenectady Lots July 2, 2024 (Schenectady, NY) The Schenectady County Legislature passed a resolution through the Economic Development and Planning Committee tonight to allow HeyDey Productions, LLC, working for HBO, to u...

Metroplex is working with the City of Schenectady to build a new dock at Mohawk Harbor. A public meeting on the project will be held on June 26 at The Landing Hotel from 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

The sign is up at Milas Restaurant 518, opening soon at 500 State Street (corner of State and Clinton Streets). This will be another great addition to downtown Schenectady.

⚠ Bike Path Paving Advisory ⚠

National Grid will be performing restoration activities on and along the Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail and Mabie Lane in Rotterdam Junction from June 24-July 2. Repaving and backfilling of the trail and of Mabie Lane may create temporary delays and intermittent closures on the trail.

For your safety, please be cognizant of traffic control devices and safety personnel when traveling in this area.

Metroplex joined the County Legislature Chair Gary Hughes, Mayor Gary McCarthy, and Assemblyman Santabarbara today to welcome MTX Group, a leading technology company with offices around the country, to their new office at 400 State Street downtown.

The Schenectady Wheel Sculpture now installed in front of 501 State Street!

NYS DOT Agrees to Schenectady County Request for No Loitering/Panhandling Signs at I-890 Exit Ramp 4C near SUNY Schenectady. Details here: https://www.schenectadymetroplex.com/news/nys-dot-agrees-to-schenectady-county-request-for-no-loitering-panhandling-signs-at-i-890-exit-ramp-4c-near-suny-schenectady/

This zombie property at 2 Landon Terrace will be demolished by the Capital Region Land Bank.

Capital Region Land Bank Approves Four Projects in Schenectady – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority Capital Region Land Bank Approves Four Projects in Schenectady May 29, 2024 SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — The Capital Region Land Bank met last evening and approved four projects in the City of Schenectady. “We are pleased to move forward with four more blight removing projects that will boost neighborhoo...

Metroplex will host a public meeting on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 4:30-6:30PM at the Central Library to outline plans for the Jay Street and Alco Trail Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) projects. Learn more:

Metroplex to Outline Plans for Jay Street and Alco Trail DRI Projects – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority Metroplex to Outline Plans for Jay Street and Alco Trail DRI Projects May 21, 2024 Schenectady, N.Y. – The Schenectady County Metroplex Development Authority will host a public meeting to outline plans for upgrading Jay Street and extending the Alco Heritage Trail. Both projects are part of the NY...

Learn more about the food and beverage manufacturing career opportunities in Schenectady County:

Are you a job-seeker living in the Capital Region interested in learning about career opportunities in the food and dairy industries? If so, don’t miss your chance to join us for an exciting recruitment event!! 🥤🥛🍦🧀🤩

📣🚴‍♀️ Bike Trail Detour - Washington Avenue/State Street intersection City of Schenectady

Starting May 20th a short detour for the Empire State Trail will be in place due to a roadway reconstruction project at the intersection of Washington Avenue and State Street in downtown Schenectady’s Stockade Neighborhood. The temporary detour will direct people off the trail for approximately 300 feet through the parking lot at the SUNY Schenectady Science (CST) Building. The purpose of the construction project is to create an improved route for the trail and a “Contra-Flow” bike lane on Washington Avenue to better accommodate trail users. The detour will be in place for approximately six weeks until construction is completed.

Thank you to the City Planning Commission for approving this major investment at last night's meeting. Learn more:

SCAP Planning New Campus in Schenectady – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority SCAP Planning New Campus in Schenectady Major Development Will Boost Childcare, Housing, Improve Key Corner at State and Brandywine May 16, 2024 SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — The Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP) is moving forward with plans for a new $37 million campus at the corner of State Stre...

Schenectady County announces partnership with SUNY Schenectady County Community College and the Capital Region Aquatic Center to bring new indoor aquatic facility to downtown Schenectady. Learn more:

SUNY Schenectady, Schenectady County & Capital Region Aquatic Center To Bring World-Class Indoor Aquatic Facility To Downtown Schenectady – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority SUNY Schenectady, Schenectady County & Capital Region Aquatic Center To Bring World-Class Indoor Aquatic Facility To Downtown Schenectady Schenectady County Pledges $5 Million In American Rescue Plan Act Funds For Project Construction Expected To Begin In 2025 With Grand Opening In 2027 May 15, 2024...

Check out the first episode of GE Vernova’s new docu-series, Winds of Change, covering the next phase of GE’s investment in Schenectady County and the transformative 6MW wind turbine. Learn more:

The Winds of Change | Building GE Vernova’s 6 MW Wind Turbine in the US To help meet the growing demand for cleaner, reliable renewable energy, GE Vernova’s Wind businesses successfully introduced the high-tech manufacturing of t...

Congratulations to the Galesi Group and Union College on a wonderful Groundbreaking Ceremony at the Mohawk Harbor Events Center today!

Metroplex was pleased to join the Schenectady County Legislature and Chris and Lauren Davis, owners at 4everbods Fitness Club, last Friday to open this great community center/fitness center in Delanson. See details here: https://www.schenectadymetroplex.com/news/schenectady-county-joins-with-davis-family-for-ribbon-cutting-at-former-duanesburg-ymca/

Congratulations to Schenectady County for this top ranking in the State’s Climate Smart Communities Program! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QjrfFG

Being Climate Smart is a wise investment!

Earlier today, The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation recognized Schenectady County for achieving Climate Smart Communities Silver Certification. Schenectady County is one of four counties across the state to earn silver status, and the only county in the Capital Region. The steps Schenectady County has taken to reduce its emissions and carbon footprint are also saving money. The Schenectady County Solar Consortium produces enough solar energy to offset the electricity used by all nine municipalities in the County and will save taxpayers over $20 million.

🖥 Watch the announcement online at 🖱➡ https://youtu.be/rfTi2tN8EaA?si=8ohKSNJaEYQZVfi9&t=143

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Unveils 2024 Harbor Jam Free Summer Concert Weekend Lineup! Learn more:

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Unveils 2024 Harbor Jam Free Summer Concert Weekend Lineup – Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Unveils 2024 Harbor Jam Free Summer Concert Weekend Lineup Concerts to feature the music of the Bee Gees and the Eagles April 22, 2024 SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is thrilled to announce the return of Harbor Jam this summer at the Mohaw...

New trail signage has been installed on the Schenectady County Empire State Trail! A joint effort between Metroplex, Schenectady County, and Discover Schenectady. Check out the trail this week!