Dan McCoy-CountyExec

Jonah Koplik, a recent graduate from Bethlehem Central, is interning this summer for the Albany County Department for Aging. Jonah, along with intern Kevin Lee, has been helping with tasks related to the Get Out Let's Dine (GOLD) program. Thank you both for your hard work and…

It was a colorful week at Albany County Parks & Recreations Art Camp in Ravena! Our young artists got creative with bead bracelets & necklaces, sketched some awesome drawings, and wrapped up one of the days with tie-dying shirts! So much fun packed into one week, and we are so…

Albany County Public Works Department Announces Road Work on CR 208 (School Road) in the Village of Voorheesville.

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4. Here are 5 simple safety tips for families: 1. Install a 4-sided fence around the pool. The fence must be non-climbable, at least 4 feet high, and have a self-closing and self-latching gate. 2. Enroll your children…

Please be advised that a significant blue-green algae bloom has developed at Lawson Lake that may pose health risks for the public. We advise that people and pets stay out of the water and do not fish, swim, or kayak until the lake is treated on August 1st. Algae blooms occur…

Proud to share that Commissioner Deborah Riitano represented Albany County today as a panelist at the City and State New York Aging Summit in New York City. This event brings together experts to address age-friendly care, ageism, the caregiving crisis, and the changing needs of…

You can feel the excitement building downtown as we prepare for The CrossFit Games at MVP Arena next week. The games are proudly sponsored by the Innovation Partnership—a joint effort between Albany County and MVP Health Care. For the first time ever, this global event is coming…

Flag football in Berne is going strong! Our young athletes are getting active while building teamwork skills. Are you interested in signing your child up for a flag football camp? There are some spots left in this session at the BKW School! Session 1 will go through 7/25, and…

I was happy to join with Town Supervisor David VanLuven this morning to celebrate the upgrades made to the tennis courts in Elm Avenue Park. This project was made possible thanks to grants from the United States Tennis Association and Assemblyman Scott Bendett.

This past weekend, two of my dedicated staff members volunteered their time and organized a benefit concert at Empire Live to raise money for the Veterans Miracle Center. Through the silent auction and other donations, they collected over $2,500. Thank you, Director Scott Leslie…

Pickleball camp at Colonie Town Park was a slam "dink"! Participants have been bracing the heat while learning the basics of the game. Are you interested in signing your child up for a sports camp? Go to albanycounty.recdesk.com to see our remaining open camps.

When you decide to make healthy changes, it’s okay to start small. Check out the Move Your Way® Albany County campaign to learn more about where to get started! albanycountyny.gov/health/myw #MoveYourWay #moveyourwayalbanycounty

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Sunday for a wonderful Veterans Day Out at Joe Bruno Stadium to see the Tri-City ValleyCats! @ValleyCats

Albany County Parks & Recreations Lacrosse Camp has begun in Watervliet! Participants are learning the fundamentals of lacrosse from our awesome coaches. Are you interested in registering your child for lacrosse? There are still spots for boys and girls left in these sessions:…

I just released a new episode of my podcast, Albany County Direct! This week's guest is Bob Belber, General Manager of MVP Arena to discuss the upcoming CrossFit games on August 1-3. open.spotify.com/episode/49tELc… During the segment, we announced a video contest to highlight the…

For over 50 years, Concord Pools and Spas has established itself as the premier pool installer in the area. Today I presented the owner, Jon Foshee, with a proclamation to celebrate their induction into the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry. I want to thank…

This morning, I attended a roundtable at NYSUT headquarters to discuss the implementation of bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions this fall. Our kids deserve to learn without distractions, and our teachers deserve the space to teach without competing with screens. I applaud…

It's international Chess Day! A perfect time to sharpen your strategy and challenge your mind! At Albany County Parks & Recreation, we're proud to offer free chess programs that welcome players of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're new to the game or an experienced…

This morning, Policy Analyst Stefanie Thomas attended the ALERT Partnership's 2025 Unite the County: Carnival and Skills Challenge on my behalf. This event brought together the community and law enforcement to participate in challenges and games that build positive relationships!…

Last night I had the pleasure of attending a dinner at the New York State Executive Mansion honoring Helena Nolan, Consul General of Ireland in New York. @GovKathyHochul