SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady, Schenectady County, the Capital Region Land Bank, and community leaders broke ground to announce the redevelopment of Orchard Park in Schenectady’s Mont Pleasant neighborhood.

Schenectady is a city rich in history and accomplishment. It was here where Thomas Edison founded what would become the General Electric Company, where George Westinghouse invented the rotary engine and air brakes, and more.

The Waste Collection Department helps you keep Schenectady clean, healthy and green. • Get information about waste collection days within the City of Schenectady. • Sign up for notifications concerning your waste collection.

City of Schenectady Named Finalist in IDC Government Insights 5th Annual Smart Cities Award

Schenectady's recycling initiative, called "Recyclution," is aimed increasing public awareness on the importance of recycling. Lead Safe Housing Program. The Lead Safe Housing Program gives qualified homeowners and landlords in the City of Schenectady free financial assistance to reduce and/or eliminate lead paint hazards in their properties.

Understanding the importance of quality of life, Mayor McCarthy established the award-winning Homeownership Made Easy in Schenectady (HOMES) Initiative to showcase housing opportunities throughout Schenectady through partnerships with nearly two dozen partners including banks, realtors, and contractors.

The City Clerk prepares, certifies, and maintains legislative records and is the official record keeper for the Schenectady City Council. The City Clerk is also the Registrar of Vital Records and Records Management Officer for the City of Schenectady.

Mail to: City of Schenectady, PO Box 947, Schenectady, New York 12301. Paying In Person. Drop Box located on Franklin Street for payments by check/money order. Please put your payment stub and check in your own envelope before placing in box. Receipts will be mailed to address on stub, unless otherwise indicated.

Schenectady, NY 12305-1905. FAX: (518)372-9459. Why We Require Permits. The requirement of building permits and inspections of new and existing structures is to ensure a safe environment for every person in and around all buildings.

Apr 25, 2022 · View Schenectady Police Reform and Reinvention Collaboration Meetings. Live Youtube broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/openstagemedia