On May 19th, members of the Lexington Avenue Workgroup got their hands dirty for a good cause, beautifying a vacant lot after a recent demolition. AHA helps to facilitate the Lexington Avenue Workgroup, which is comprised of stakeholders who implement high-impact, easy to accomplish neighborhood improvement projects, while discussing longer term solutions to issues facing West Hill.
Albany mural of bluebirds in flight to greet visitors – Times Union Article
City is conducting a public survey to evaluate Albany’s broadband options
ALBANY—Would you like to help Albany better understand the broadband landscape and figure out what Internet services are available, what Internet services are needed, and how they might be made fast and affordable to Albany businesses and residents?
Then fill out the online Broadband surveys for Albany residents and businesses!
“Public input from a wide variety of Internet users is essential if we’re going to fully understand Albany’s Broadband needs,” said Albany Mayor Kathy M. Sheehan. “This survey is an integral part of the feasibility study that will examine potential options of broadband service, keeping in mind the goal of bridging any digital divide that prevents businesses and residents from getting affordable and fast broadband access.”
Broadband refers to any high-speed Internet access that is always on for smart phones and computers and faster than traditional Internet service. Important info:
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Albany Housing Authority and the local community had a great time hosting the YNG (Young Noble Gentlemen) for a concert on Friday afternoon.
Performing a set of three songs, Lee Reh and Rahmene McDuffie took to the stage at noon after an introduction by City of Albany Mayor, Kathy Sheehan.
Great job and many congratulations go to YNG, your community is proud to support you!
Click HERE to see WNYT – News Channel 13’s coverage of the event!
All are welcome to attend a free financial workshop with SEFCU at the Capital South Campus Center next Tuesday from 2-4pm!!
Snacks will be provided!
YNG (Young Noble Gentlemen) is comprised of one R&B singer (Lee Reh, age 15) and one Hip Hop artist (Rahmene McDuffie, age 14). Two different worlds never meant to meet; if not for the music. Lee Reh, the passionate vocalist whose voice was birthed in the confines of a refugee camp. And Rahmene, the lyrical rhythmist whose voice carried the struggle of growing up black in America. The moment Lee Reh and Rahmene met, it was clear their destinies were intertwined. Fighting against the odds, they formed YNG a group dedicated to sharing their message of resilience through music.
Click the image above or HERE for a printable event flyer.
Presented by City of Albany’s Department of Youth and Workforce Services on Saturday, April 2nd, 2016 between 9:00 am – 12:00pm Clinton Avenue, NY 12205
Please click City of Albany Job Fair for more information
Clicking the above image will bring you to a printable version of the flyer.
Click the above image for a printable copy of our film schedule flyer!
Call for MENTORS
for
WILLIAM S. HACKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mentorship Program Meet and Greet
Friday, December 11
or
Friday, December 18
Hackett Middle School is in need of volunteers to serve as mentors
for its students, especially its African-American and Latino students.
Please join us on ONE of these dates to find out how you can help
make a difference in the life of a Hackett student as a mentor.
Our program will include an introduction of Hackett’s new
Mentorship Program, an overview of the need for mentors and
an open discussion on building a network of mentors
throughout the Capital Region.
Please attend the session that best fits your schedule.
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. both days
William S. Hackett Middle School
45 Delaware Avenue
Contact Barry D. Walston at (518) 441-9877 or
barryw513@gmail.com if you plan to attend.
“Remember our YOUTH need a hand up and not a handout.”
We look forward to seeing you!!!
Umoja NYS Museum, Madison Ave.
(Unity) 4th Floor, Albany, Saturday, December 26, 2015……… 4pm – 8:30pm
Kujichagulia Mt. Olivet Missionary Baptist Church
(Self Determination) 1068 Park Ave., Schenectady, Sunday, December 27, 2015……….. 3pm – 5pm
Ujima Hamilton Hill Arts Center
(Collective Work & Responsibility) 409 Schenectady St., Schenectady, Monday, December 28, 2015………. 5pm – 7pm
Ujamaa African American Cultural Center
(Cooperative Economics) 135 S. Pearl St., Albany, Tuesday, December 29, 2015………. 6pm – 8pm
Nia Team Esteem On the Hill YEP
(Purpose) The Barn, Second St., Albany, Wednesday, December 30, 2015…. 6pm – 7:30pm
Kuumba Albany Community Charter School
(Creativity) 65 Krank St., Albany, Thursday, December 31, 2015…….. 2pm – 5pm
Imani
(Faith), Friday, January 1, 2016……………….. TBA
ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 2:30 P.M.
200 South Pearl Street
Board Room
Michael Whalen
Father James Lefebvre
Kelly Kimbrough
Linda Mallory Mitchell
Mark Bob-Semple
Melvena Jenkins
Mary Ann Hines
12-15-44 Approval to write-off tenant balances covering the 3rd quarter of 2015.
| Capital Woods | $ 1,505.56 |
| Ezra Prentice Homes | $ 10,521.91 |
| North Albany | $ 4,588.45 |
| South End | $ 171.54 |
| South End II | $ 2,879.57 |
| South End III | $ 2,709.75 |
| Patroon Properties | $ 109.80 |
| Creighton Storey | $ 13,040.94 |
| Academy Lofts | $ 126.56 |
| Federal Properties | $ 15,649.61 |
| $ 51,303.69 |
12-15-45 Approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Albany
Housing Authority (“AHA”) and The Public Employees Federation (Division 503) (“PEF”) for the purpose of agreeing to changes to Articles 4, 7, 11, 15, 21 and 28 and Appendix A – Salary Schedules of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement between the parties (CBA) to run from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018. All other provisions of the current CBA shall be continued through June 30, 2018. (Copy of MOU attached).
12-15-46 Approval, subject to approval by General Counsel, to enter into a Service and
Marketing Agreement with Time Warner Cable Enterprises LLC (TWC) by which, for a period of 120 months, AHA will grant to TWC the exclusive right to market video, high speed data, and digital phone services to residents of properties managed by AHA in exchange for a percentage, based upon penetration levels, of the revenues received by TWC on such services.
The agreement will not restrict the rights of residents or AHA to purchase services from other providers and does not involve AHA employees in TWC’s marketing activities.
NEXT MEETING:
JANUARY 2015 (day and time to be determined) 200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202
200 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202-1834
