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A Letter from Molly Belmont…

Dear Mr. Longo,

Thanks so much for providing dinner for the Central Avenue Beautification Project Volunteers. They did a great job, worked hard and the pizza was very much enjoyed by all!

Thanks,

Molly

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AHA Policy Changes

THE ALBANY HOUSING WILL BE IMPLEMENTING THE FOLLOWING POLICIES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2013.

Security Deposits

Leasing and Inspections, the security deposit will be equal to the family’s total tenant payment at the time of move-in, minimum of $250.00 and must be paid in full prior to move in. 

Late Fee

If the rent is not paid by the end of business on the 10th day of the month, a late fee of $25.00 will be charged.

Pet Policy

Pets, there are no significant changes to the policy except the pet deposit will be raised from $100.00 to $200.00 and there will be a non- refundable pet fee of $25.00 as allowed by HUD. ______________________________________________

Residents are welcome to submit comments and/or concerns regarding the above changes. Comments may be submitted by either process below:

Mail

200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202

Attn:  Policy Comments

 EMAIL

 info@albanyhousing.org

 Please put “Policy Comments” in subject line

 FAX

 518-641-7545

 Attn: Policy Comment

 *The comment period will close December 5, 2012.*

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MAYOR JENNINGS TO ANNOUNCE DETAILS FOR “MAYOR’S CASH FOR COATS” DRIVE

MAYOR JENNINGS TO ANNOUNCE DETAILS FOR “MAYOR’S CASH FOR COATS” DRIVE

A Program to Benefit Needy School-aged Children in Kindergarten Through Grade 5

Members of the media are invited to attend a press conference where Mayor Jennings will announce the 2012 “Mayor’s Cash for Coats” Drive: a community-based program designed to collect money to purchase new winter clothing items for needy school-aged children in Albany schools. The Mayor will be joined by representatives from supporting organizations, including the Albany Devils, B. Lodge and Company Department Store, and Burke Companies. Additional partners include the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID), Trustco Bank, Albany Broadcasting, Capitalize Albany, NYSUT, the Albany City School District and Men’s Room Barbershop. There will be excellent photo and video opportunities.

WHERE:        City Hall Rotunda – 24 Eagle Street

WHEN:          Tuesday, October 23, 2012

TIME:           2:30 PM 

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Halloween Celebration and Haunted House!

Come join the Halloween fun at the Kids Improvement District Club House, at 2 Lark Drive. Candy, Refreshments, and a Scary Fun Haunted House!!

Friday, October 26 6pm-8pm; Saturday, October 27 6pm-8pm; Monday, October 29 6pm-8pm; Tuesday, October 30 6pm-8pm and Wednesday, October 31 4pm-9pm!!

Halloween Celebration Haunted House Flyer

Presented by Too Deep Entertainment and Urban Arts Experience, Inc.

Co-Sponsored by: Albany Housing Authority and Price Chopper

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AHA Resident Survey – $100 prize!

Calling all Albany Housing Residents!

Don’t forget to take the Albany Housing Authority’s Smoking Survey by Tuesday, October 16th for your chance to win a $100 Shop Rite Gift Card!!

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