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Pastor David Traynham Receives FBI Directors Community Leadership Award
A message from Pastor David Traynham:
“Hello all:
Please find attached some of the pictures from last weeks trip to the FBI Directors Community Leadership Award Ceremony in Washington DC.
To say that I am honored to be selected as a representative of New York, being a recipient of the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award, is an understatement. I am overwhelmed with the grace that has been on my life.
Last week I was invited to Washington, DC to receive the FBI D.C.L. Award along with 55 other well-deserving recipients from around the nation.
Having my wife, Pastor Brenda; my daughters, Kantrell and Tyese; and my grandsons, Andre, Richard and Romario with me, made this a celebration I will remember the rest of my life.
Receiving this award is a reflection of the hard work that our region is engaged in. The community and law enforcement working together to make our region better.
I believe much has been done, but I would be ignorant to think that our work is done. The reality is our work is just beginning as there is much more to do.
I believe a frame work is in place and we can foster a better quality of living for all people as greater understanding and mutual cooperation will ensure that our sons and daughters will not have to live in fear and together we can and will change this generation.
My special thanks to those who encouraged me and those who helped take some of the financial pressure off the trip by investing in my life. I pray that you will prosper, be in health and that your souls will prosper.
God bless you all
Pastor David”
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PAL Spring Newsletter 2018
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Warrior On Wheels Gets Donation From Uber!
Warrior on Wheels gets donation from Uber | NEWS10 ABC
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Uber drivers in the Capital Region are doing more than just getting you from point a to point b.
Project Jumpstart donates to local charities selected by Uber drivers in the community.
This may look like your average gym but it serves a very special clientele and now the founder is getting a little extra help from Uber
Drivers across the Capital Region were recently asked to nominate local charities to be part of the company’s new initiative Project Jumpstart.
One of those drivers is Jeff Looman.
“Then they had all the drivers vote on the charities that were selected and then Ned got it.”
He nominated his friend Ned Norton, the founder of Warriors on Wheels.
“It was a real surprise. I had no idea that they even nominate us.”
Warriors on Wheels is a non-profit strength and conditioning program for people with disabilities.
“The motto here has always been we don’t worry about what you can’t do we focus on what you can do.”
“We get a lot of work done, we do. But we have a lot of fun too.”
Norton works with people with various disabilities and has been running the program for three decades.
He says the $15,000 from Uber will go towards buying new bikes at the gym.
“You know we get little grants here or there. So to get a grant like that out of the blue was awesome.”
Uber will be giving donations like this one quarterly and released this statement:
“Thank you to Jeffrey for nominating Warriors on Wheels – Uber is proud to support this impactful organization.”
Looman says he couldn’t think of an organization more deserving than Warriors on Wheels.
“He works good with the people, he loves who he works with, he treats them good he’s funny. It’s just something he enjoys and it’s good to watch people like that.”
If you’d like to help Warriors on Wheels visit their website.
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Long Point Camp Sign Up Has Begun!
The Salvation Army in Albany has started signing up children for summer camp.
For more information please visit LongPointCamp.org
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Youth FX Registrations are Open!
Registrations are open for an upcoming 5 Hour Film Project on Saturday, March 24, 2018. Spots are filling up fast! So please, if you know of any young people between the ages of 10-17 who’d be up for the challenge of creating a short film in five hours have them sign up now!
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AVillage and Radix Summer Youth Employment Signup!
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Albany Housing Authority Mourns the Death of Father James Lefebvre
Albany Housing Authority Mourns the Death of Father James Lefebvre
Lefebvre served as the Authority’s Board of Commissioners for more than 40 years
ALBANY, N.Y. – The Albany Housing Authority is deeply saddened by the passing of The Rev. James Lefebvre. Father Lefebvre served the City and the residents of Albany Housing Authority as a commissioner for more than 40 years. In that time, many commissioners and several executive directors looked to Father Lefebvre for guidance and leadership. He was a constant and steady force who spoke quietly but insightfully to bring order to the discussion of even the most complex and controversial issues; always keeping the best interests of the residents at the top of the conversation.
Lefebvre passed away Tuesday morning at a rehabilitation center in Albany. He was 83 years old.
“Father James was the constant, stabilizing voice on which the Authority could always depend,” said Steven T. Longo, executive director, Albany Housing Authority. “He was a mentor who supported me for 28 years in my position as executive director, and I’m sure many at the Authority can say the same. His impact on our organization, and this city, was immeasurable. His memory lives on in our mission to serve the residents of Albany.”
“I join our entire community in mourning the loss of Assistant Chief and Chaplain Father James Lefebvre,” said Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan. “Father Lefebvre was a devoted servant of this community for decades. As Mayor, I relied on his advice and counsel often, and am grateful for the strength and support he provided our community – especially during times of tragedy. I’m proud to have called Fr. Lefebvre a friend and I will miss him. I have directed flags at all City buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of Fr. Lefebvre’s life and service.”
Ordained to the Roman Catholic priesthood in 1959, Father Lefebvre was appointed Albany police chaplain in 1965 while residing at St. Joseph’s Parish in Albany. He was made honorary assistant police chief in 2014. Father Lefebvre also served for many years as priest at Historic St. Mary’s Church in Albany. He was appointed to the Albany County Ethics Commission in 2016, and was reappointed last month.
“Father was a friend, mentor, storyteller, and a part of the fabric that makes Albany a special place to live and work,” said Albany Housing Authority Board Chair Michael Whalen. “His impression will be felt for many years to come by those who were fortunate enough to come in contact with him. His humor, quick wit and smile will be missed.“
Father Lefebvre will be fondly remembered by the Albany Housing Authority for his commitment to serving the residents of this city, for whom he cared so deeply. He was a pillar of our community who residents, and especially our police officers, could look to as a spiritual leader and counselor. His passing is a tremendous loss for the City of Albany.
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HAI Group Resident Scholarship Program – Deadline March 30th
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2018 Albany Citizen Police Academy Application is Available
SPRING, 2018
CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY APPLICATIONS
On behalf of Mayor Kathy Sheehan and Acting Albany Police Chief Robert Sears, we invite our fellow citizens to apply to the Albany Citizen Police Academy. Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 Spring, Citizen Police Academy, scheduled to start on Wednesday, March 28th, 2018. This is a fourteen week course which continues on each subsequent Wednesday evening. Classes will meet from 6pm – 9pm @ The Albany Police Training Center (Large Classroom), 223 Washington Ave Ext. Albany, NY 12205.
ABOUT THE ALBANY CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY
Albany’s Citizen Police Academy is a unique opportunity for citizens who live in or work in the City of Albany. The goal of the Academy is to increase understanding between citizens and police through education.
Through the weekly classes, the police will hope to dispel suspicions and misconceptions and increase rapport between the citizens of Albany and the police. The citizens, in turn, make officers more aware of their feelings and concerns.
A few examples of presentation and topic
discussions include:
- Community Policing
- Police / Community Relations
- First Responder / CPR
- Forensic Investigations Unit
- Criminal Investigations Unit
- Children and Family Services Unit
- Basic Crime Prevention
Much time and energy has been devoted to the development of an informative overview of the fundamentals of police operations, which are instructed by both management and nonmanagement representatives from the Albany Police Department. Students will typically be meeting once a week for three hours for fourteen weeks. Instruction will be presented by subject matter experts and will include virtually every aspect of police work ranging from a study of the New York State Penal Law, demonstrations of many different law enforcement tools (canine unit, mounted unit, etc.), narcotics investigations, computers, firearms, etc. The classes will include lectures, tours, demonstrations, and hands on participation.
ALBANY CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY
Citizens (limited to those who live in or work in the City of Albany) should complete the following application (Click HERE for the fillable application in PDF format) and return it to the Albany Police Department Training Unit at:
or by mailing the completed form to:
Albany Police Training Unit
223 Washington Avenue Ext., Albany, NY 12205
518.452.2837 Fax: 518.456.0459
**Class size is limited and applicants should not delay.**
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FSS Newsletter 2018 No.1
For more information, please visit WAGEcenters.com
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Scholarships Available for Your Clients/Tenants
Dear Albany Community,
CARES , though it’s City of Albany Poverty Reduction Initiative (CAPRI), is pleased to announce applications for scholarships are now open for consideration. Scholarships of up to $2,500 will be awarded on a rolling basis for eligible City of Albany residents pursuing a licensing program or a professional and/or technical certification that will lead to full-time employment. Some examples of eligible programs include electrician, natural gas technician, massage therapist, commercial driver license, and nursing certification. This funding opportunity may be a perfect fit for one of your current or former clients looking to pursue a vocational or educational opportunity. For more information on CAPRI and how to apply for the Workforce Scholarship Program on behalf of your client/tenant, please visit https://www.reducingalbanypoverty.org/capri-scholarship or email Pedro Perez, the Program Director at caprischolarship@caresny.org.
Thank you,
Nancy Chiarella
***PRESS RELEASE***
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pedro Perez, Program Director
City of Albany Poverty Reduction Initiative
E-Mail: caprischolarship@caresny.org
Phone: 518.454.5412
City of Albany Poverty Reduction Initiative Announces
Workforce Development Scholarship Program
Albany, NY – The City of Albany Poverty Reduction Initiative (CAPRI), led by Mayor Kathy Sheehan, announced the launch of the Workforce Development Scholarship Program.
Scholarships of up to $2,500 will be awarded on a rolling basis for eligible City of Albany residents pursuing a licensing program or a professional and/or technical certification that will lead to full-time employment. Some examples of eligible programs include electrician, natural gas technician, massage therapist, commercial driver license, and nursing certification.
“Licenses and certifications are important credentials that can boost salaries, earning potential, and economic mobility—key components of reducing poverty in the City of Albany,” said Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan. “This scholarship program will ensure that we are eliminating barriers for individuals seeking to advance their career or re-enter the workforce.”
This scholarship aims to offer the opportunity to earn credentials and certification that will provide the most relevant skills and knowledge to build viable careers. It also works to ensure that barriers to obtaining and retaining employment are removed for the applicants through an innovative partnership with local not-for-profits. Each applicant will be sponsored by a not-for-profit, creating a support system that empowers eligible applicants to create opportunity and build equity.
CAPRI is part of the larger Empire State Poverty Reduction Initiative (ESPRI) led by Governor Andrew Cuomo that aims to assist impoverished individuals within a community with the goal to ultimately lift them out of poverty.
For more information on CAPRI and how to apply for the Workforce Scholarship Program, please visit www.reducingalbanypoverty.org, https://www.facebook.com/albanypovertyreduction/ or email caprischolarship@caresny.org.
Nancy Chiarella
Executive Director
CARES, Inc.
200 Henry Johnson Blvd. Suite 4
Albany, NY 12210
518.489.4130, ext. 105
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A Village, Inc reveals their Honorees for this year’s ‘Celebration of Progress’
For More information about A Village, Inc please click HERE to visit their website!
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2018 Black History Month Film Series Is Here!
Please Join the Center for Law & Justice for our annual Black History Month Film Series.
Happening every Thursday in the month of February. Films begin at 6 pm. Dinner and/or light
refreshments will be served! For additional information or to RSVP please call Amy at
518-427-8361 or email amy.cflj@gmail.com
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A Thank You From the South End Children’s Cafe
Dear Friends at the Albany Housing Authority,
2017 was an amazing year for the South End Children’s Cafe.
Thanks to you, and your ongoing support, belief in the program and dedication to the children, we were able to celebrate serving over 14,600 meals in just two years!
And especially thanks to you, we moved into our new space at 25 Warren Street, Albany. Since opening on December 4 to the children, we have served over 1,000 meals already. Your support from the beginning of planning for this has been unbelievable, and I am so grateful to all of you and your staff for everything!
We have created a slideshow to show our appreciation to you for all you have done. Please enjoy your slideshow HERE.
Please come by sometime for dinner (we eat at 5) or a visit to see your kindness in action. Happy 2018! May you have as much joy and happiness in your life as you bring to so many others.
Sincerely,
Tracie Killar
Director, South End Children’s Cafe
PO Box 10581
Albany, NY 12202
518.275.8890
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