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Tenant Commissioner Elections 2025

By Fran Chiaretta-Smith | Published: October 17, 2025

Are you a resident of the Albany Housing Authority or a participant in the Section 8 program?
You have a voice in how housing decisions are made —
and now is your chance to use it!

What is a Tenant Commissioner?
Tenant Commissioners are elected representatives who sit on the
Albany Housing Authority Board
and
speak directly for residents.
They help shape policies that impact your home and community.

IMPORTANT DATES

November 10 – Petitions due (50 signatures) to 200 S. Pearl Street Reception Desk
December 1 – Ballots mailed
December 14 – Last day to postmark ballots
December 18 – Votes are counted (location TBD)

Two (2) Tenant Commissioner Positions are OPEN
Petitions are located outside of each Manager’s Office

Find more information call
518-641-7502 or 518-380-5600


Tenant Commissioners Elections – FAQ
PETITION FOR CANDIDACY – TENANT COMMISSIONER ELECTION

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Renters Insurance and Fire Safety

By albanyhousing | Published: October 16, 2025

Thursday, October 23rd at 5 PM
Location:Washington Avenue Library Conference Room and ZoomTopic:Fire Safety and Rental Insurance

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89295611728?pwd=WV5sQFPsqSsDlQxKz8mdzCw0QWyPQf.1

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Townsend Park Homes UPDATE

By albanyhousing | Published: October 10, 2025

A message from Albany Housing Authority Executive Director, Chiquita D’Arbeau

An unfortunate event occurred on Wednesday at approximately 6:37 p.m., when a fire broke out in an apartment on the 12th floor of 45 Central Avenue.

We are profoundly grateful that the building’s sprinkler system activated as designed, allowing the fire to be quickly contained to a single apartment. The affected resident was transported to the hospital for evaluation.

This truly was a team effort; organizations coming together to support our residents and make the best of a difficult situation. Our staff quickly put emergency protocols in place and stayed on site to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort while repairs were made.

We deeply appreciate the patience and cooperation of all residents over the past few days. Temporary housing was arranged for those whose homes were affected by water damage, and we’re happy to share that families are expected to return home later today. 

The Albany Housing Authority extends our heartfelt thanks to the American Red Cross and our hospitality partners for providing meals to residents during this challenging time. The Housing Authority was proud to cover the cost of some of the meals to help ensure everyone was cared for. We are especially grateful to the hospitality team for their kindness, respect, and wonderful service to both residents and staff.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our team and emergency responders for their swift and professional actions. The Albany Housing Authority would also like to thank Mayor Sheehan and the City of Albany, National Grid and CDTA for their immediate response and ongoing efforts.

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BNC 6th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk

By albanyhousing | Published: August 29, 2025

B L A C K N U R S E S C O A L I T I O N , I N C
Presents
6th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
October 11, 2025
Saturday @ 10AM-4:30PM

Walk Route
EJ Garden of Hope
Corner of Lark St & Livingston Ave
Ends at Clinton Ave & N Pearl St

**This is not an AHA sponsored event. Albany Housing Authority is not responsible or liable for any problems or damages arising from participation in these activities.

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BNC Annual Back 2 School Community Event

By albanyhousing | Published: August 29, 2025

New York State United Teachers, The Black Nurses Coalition with The Grady Edge Reading Program.

The Annual Back 2 School Community Event

September 6, 2025, 11-4 pm

Free to the Public

Edna Joyce Garden of Hope Park
21 Lark St. Albany, NY 12210
Contact: El-Wise Noisette @ 518-330-2189

**This is not an AHA sponsored event. Albany Housing Authority is not responsible or liable for any problems or damages arising from participation in these activities**

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2025 Summer Meals Schedule

By albanyhousing | Published: July 3, 2025

Kids ages 18 and under can get free, healthy meals this summer at places nearby!
Starts July 7 and ends August 15, Monday-Friday.
If you have any questions, please contact the AHA Resource Center (518)-380-5600 or ResourceCenter@albanyhousing.org.

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Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) Interest Form

By albanyhousing | Published: June 18, 2025

Please click the link below to access the FSS Application and information page.

Family Self Sufficiency (FSS)

What is FSS?

You work hard every day to provide for yourself and your family, because you have dreams and plan to bring them to life. But sometimes challenges come up that get in the way. The Family Self-Sufficiency program, or FSS, can help you get ahead and reach your goals.

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Capital Roots: The Veggie Mobile Is Coming!

By albanyhousing | Published: June 12, 2025

The Veggie Mobile® is bringing fresh, affordable local food to you!

Capital Roots Veggie Mobile Schedule
Steamboat Square Apartments Schedule
Westview Homes Schedule

Weekly and Year Round
Want to Preorder?
Call 518-274-8685 or email
mobilemarkets@capitalroots.org
to place your order at least one day in advance.
The Veggie Mobile® accepts the following payment types:
Cash, Check, EBT, Double Up Food Bucks,
Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP, June – November),
Capital Roots sponsored certificates, FreshConnect Checks

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Health Equity Project (HEP)

By albanyhousing | Published: May 12, 2025

ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE’S HEALTH EQUITY PROJECT (HEP)

HEP CAN HELP WITH:
• Applying for health insurance
• Switching health insurance
• Finding a primary care doctor
• Learning about different healthcare services
• Medical billing
• Finding mental health resources and counseling
• Help finding resources for: Food, Housing, Legal Aid, etc.

Interested in our program?
Call the Albany Housing Authority’s Program & Supportive Services Department at 518-380-5600 to make an appointment or with questions

Location:
AHA Resource Office (Apt. MH) Main Floor.
Townsend Park Homes 45 Central Ave. Albany, NY 12206

HEP will be on-site May 13th & 20th from 1:30-4:30 PM-these are the first of many upcoming visits to support your health and wellness.

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City of Albany Housing Empowerment Series: Fire Safety with AFD

By albanyhousing | Published: March 26, 2025

Date: March 27th
Time: 5-6:30pm
Location: 200 Henry Johnson, Conference Room
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83653820906?pwd=rpPjpkq23t1qYOo0ZYqOV12xFdTKUq.1

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Summer Camp Campership Program

By albanyhousing | Published: March 3, 2025

Connecting Students with Nature
During the summer, interested 11–17-year-olds are eligible for a scholarship—called a Campership—for a week at one of DEC’s residential youth camps.
To be eligible for a Campership, students must be 11-17 years old and participate in ONE of the following: attend a trip, or submit a demonstration of interest through written or artistic form OR a combination of the above. We have set aside four weeks for campers to attend in 2025:

Week 1
Sunday, June 29th thru Friday, July 4th
Camp Colby for 11-13 year olds

Week 3
Sunday, July 13th thru Friday, July 18th
Camp Pack Forest for 14-17 year olds

Week 5
Sunday, July 27th thru Friday, August 1st
Camp Pack Forest 14-17 year olds

Week 6
Sunday, August 3rd thru Friday, August 8th
Camp DeBruce for 11-13 year olds

Flyers, Forms, and Information
Campership Preliminary Information
Campership Weeks Flyer
Summer Camp CDCP – Quick Sheet

CONTACT INFORMATION
Isabelle Keefe
Environmental Education Assistant, Capital District Campership Coordinator
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054-5503
P: (518) 486-7245 | C: (518) 225-2614 isabelle.keefe@dec.ny.gov

Sarah Conley
Environmental Educator 2, Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054-5503
P: (518) 402-5045| C: (518) 703-1510 sarah.conley@dec.ny.gov

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Black History Month Film Series

By albanyhousing | Published: January 24, 2025

BLACK HISTORY FILM SERIES
WWW.CFLJ.ORG

SAVE THE DATE:
FEBRUARY 2025
6TH, 13TH, 20TH THURSDAYS @ 5:30 PM
28TH FRIDAY @ 5:30 PM

SEARCHING FOR TIMBUCTOO
PAUL MILLER

DO THE RIGHT THING
SPIKE LEE

DJANGO UNCHAINED
QUENTIN TARANTINO

RUBY BRIDGES
DISNEY

This program is FREE and open to the public for youths 14 and over and adults of all ages.
FREE refreshments will be served.
Scan the QR code to Register TODAY! Seats are limited.
200 South Pearl St. Albany, NY
ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY

MORE INFO:
The Alice Mooress
BLACK ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER
518-427-8361

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Redefine Your Health Transform Your Life

By albanyhousing | Published: November 7, 2024

Diabetes Prevention Program
Type 2 Diabetes Is Preventable! About one in three American adults – 86 million people have prediabetes. Only 11% are aware of it.

About our Program
The National Diabetes Prevention Program helps those at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles by eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a modest amount of weight in order to reduce their chances of developing the disease. You are at increased risk for having prediabetes and are at high risk for type 2 diabetes. However, only your doctor can tell for sure if you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes.

CLASS INFO
Start date November 6, 2024
Wednesdays 11AM-12pm for 16 weekly sessions over 6 months,
followed by 6 monthly maintenance sessions.
No Cost for Qualifying Albany County Residents
Classes will be held @ Ida Yarbrough Homes
260 N Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207 (Everly Cromwell Community Center)
For more information, or to register contact:
katebailey@ahealthyfuturedpg.com

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Free Kids Learn to Ride Session

By albanyhousing | Published: October 7, 2024

This is a completely free group class for kids 5 and up who are ready to ditch their training wheels and ride a two-wheeler for the first time!

Saturday, 10/19/2024 at 10:00 am
New Learn-to-Ride Park (Corner of 4th Ave & Dongan Ave, Under 787)
Age 5+

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A Tribute to Dr. Alice P. Green

By albanyhousing | Published: September 18, 2024

Sunday, September 29, 2024
The Palace Theatre
19 Clinton Ave., Albany, NY
4:00PM (Doors open at 3:00PM)

Featuring speakers, performers, and videos honoring her life and legacy.
Free and Open to the Public.

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National Night Out 2024

By albanyhousing | Published: August 5, 2024

Arbor Hill Sports Complex
Ezra Prentice Homes Playground
Lincoln Park/Eagle Street
Hackett Park (N. 1st/N. Pearl)

National Night Out 2024
Albany Housing Authority’s
Tuesday, August 6th
5 P M – 8 P M
Fun for the whole family!

Food & Prizes
Games & Giveaways

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SNAP and FreshConnect at the Albany County Farmers Market

By albanyhousing | Published: August 2, 2024

SNAP customers, did you know you can double your benefits at the Albany County Farmers Market with FreshConnect Checks? SNAP customers will receive $2 in FreshConnect Checks for every $2 in SNAP funds taken out at the market, up to $50 per market! That means your SNAP benefits go even further, while you enjoy the best quality food from local farms and producers. Visit the market this Sunday and every Sunday, now through September, 10am to 2pm in front of the MVP Arena.

SNAP FRESH CONNECT FLYER 1 SNAP FRESH CONNECT FLYER 2

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The Ever-Changing Workforce Environment

By albanyhousing | Published: July 17, 2024

Albany Housing Authority and Hudson Valley Community College present this informative workshop:
Thursday, July 25, 2024 @ 6 p.m.
HVCC South / Educational Opportunity Center
20 Warren Street, Albany, NY

TOPICS COVERED:

  • Understanding diversity in the workplace
  • Working with multiple generations
  • Choosing the right career field

For more information contact Hudson Valley Community College, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at odei@hvcc.edu or (518) 629-4596.

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Albany Housing Authority Newsletter – July 2024

By albanyhousing | Published: July 9, 2024

Presenting the newest edition of the Albany Housing Authority Newsletter!

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HOUSING EMPOWERMENT SERIES

By albanyhousing | Published: June 24, 2024

Our Housing Series is designed to provide valuable information and resources to tenants, landlords, and anyone interested in housing rights and responsibilities. Each session is focused on a different aspect of housing, featuring expert speakers and providing practical guidance. These events are free and open to the public, welcoming tenants, landlords, and housing advocates alike. Join us to learn, ask questions, and connect with community resources.

June:
BASICS OF FAIR HOUSING AND SECURITY DEPOSIT
June 25th, 2024 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | 200 Henry Johnson Conference Room & Zoom
Learn the fundamentals of fair housing laws and hot to handle security deposits. This session will cover tenant rights, landlord obligations, and best practices to ensure compliance with fair housing regulations.

July:
TENANT AND LANDLORD RESPONSIBILITY W/ CODES
July 16th, 2024 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | 200 Henry Johnson Conference Room & Zoom
This session will delve into the responsibilities of tenants and landlords, focusing on building codes and regulations. Gain insights from Josh Gold, a Senior Code Enforcement Officer, on maintaining safe and compliant housing.

August:
LEGAL REPRESENTATION/EVICTION HELP
August 22, 2024 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Washington Avenue Library
Facing eviction or need legal assistance? This session with Legal Aid Society will provide information on how to access legal representation and what steps to take if you’re facing eviction.

September:
MENTAL HEALTH AND DISABILITY RIGHTS WITHIN HOUSING
September 25, 2024 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Washington Avenue Library
Discover the rights of individuals with mental health conditions and disabilities within the housing sector. This session will address accommodations, legal protections, and support services available.

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