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The Impact Downtown Albany Strategy

October 30, 2013 – 7:00 pm

What is the Impact Downtown Albany strategy? Impact Downtown is a first-of-its-kind, fully comprehensive, future-focused plan for Downtown Albany. Its results-driven implementation initiative will act as a guide for local redevelopment and reinvestment in a manner that meets the needs of residents, businesses and other stakeholders. Stay tuned for exciting news and updates on Impact […]

Downtown Tactical Plan News: Corning Preserve Waterfront Park Plan Public Workshops

October 10, 2013 – 7:37 pm

To download the flyer, click here. As part of the tactical revitalization plan for Downtown Albany, Capitalize Albany Corporation is working with the City of Albany and a world-class consultant team to develop the Corning Preserve Waterfront Master Plan. This effort, funded in part by NYS Department of State builds from the soon-to-be completed Local […]

Capitalize Albany Corporation to Cut Ribbon at 83 Beaver Street Apartments

July 23, 2013 – 11:50 am

This Thursday, 7/25, at 2pm, Capitalize Albany Corporation alongside of Mayor Jennings and Project Developer Pat Chiou will cut the ribbon at the new Beaver Street Loft Apartments located at 83 Beaver. This event is open to the public and tours of the complex will be given following the event. Full media advisory here.

Three Finalists Selected to Advance in Downtown Albany Tactical Plan Process

April 1, 2013 – 8:36 pm

Three consulting teams were selected as finalists to move forward in the selection of the final Downtown Albany Tactical Plan consulting team.  The three finalist teams are: Live, Work, Learn, Play (http://www.lwlp.com/) NBBJ (http://www.nbbj.com/) Goody Clancy  (http://www.goodyclancy.com/) Want to know more about the Downtown Albany Tactical Plan?  Check out our informational page for further details […]

8 Semifinalists to Respond to RFP Announced

February 26, 2013 – 2:47 pm

Capitalize Albany Corporation has announced the 8 semi-finalists to respond to the RFP (request for proposals) for the Downtown Albany Tactical Plan.  The full list of semi-finalists can be found here. Semi-finalists were selected from the 14 respondents to the RFQ. The Downtown Tactical Plan is a first-of-its-kind, fully comprehensive, future-focused plan for Downtown Albany. […]

Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Building a Tactical Revitalization Plan for Downtown Albany, NY

December 28, 2012 – 2:30 pm

Information Available • Capitalize Albany Corporation procurement policy Information regarding project partners, downtown Albany, destinations within downtown, and neighborhoods surrounding downtown can be found at the following links: • City of Albany • Downtown Albany BID • Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau • Albany Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce • Albany Convention Center Authority […]

50’S STYLE DINER OPENS IN HEART OF ALBANY’S DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

September 16, 2010 – 6:40 pm

ALBANY, N.Y. – Mayor Jennings joined Nicholas and Anthony Mitsios, owners of The Pearl Street Diner, Commissioner John C. Egan of the New York State Office of General Services, and other elected officials today to formally open the newest diner in downtown Albany.  The Pearl Street Diner is located at 40 North Pearl Street in […]

MAYOR JENNINGS CUTS RIBBON ON NEW LUXURY CONDO PROJECT IN DOWNTOWN ALBANY

May 20, 2010 – 5:04 pm

Mayor Also Announces Enhancements to 485-a Tax Incentive Program Albany, NY – The City of today unveiled a new luxury condominium project in the downtown area. Mayor Jennings was joined by developers Jack and Seth Rosenblum to celebrate the launch of this new project at 17 Chapel Street. The Rosenblums’ project will transform an abandoned […]