Community development reports strong CDBG/ARPA deployment but flags subrecipient capacity issues; council asked for more data Community development staff said they have pushed most federal CDBG and ARPA allocations into community projects and home programs but that some subrecipients are struggling to spend allocated funds; council asked for detailed expenditure and reallocation options.

Schenectady's community development team is making strides with $3.1 million in federal funds, but some subrecipients are struggling to keep up—what's next for these crucial programs?

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Council moves to executive session after complaint about building inspector's 911 call and alleged discriminatory conduct Council members discussed a complaint that a chief building inspector called 911 and made racially charged remarks about a construction crew. Members requested follow‑up, raised the need for staff anti‑bias training and referred personnel matters to executive session.

Schenectady City officials are grappling with serious allegations after a building inspector's 911 call sparked concerns of racial bias against a construction crew.

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Schenectady Finance Committee Reviews FY2022 Cybersecurity Grant and Housing Task Force Plans Committee discusses cybersecurity grant renewal and housing task force leadership ahead of budget season.

Schenectady's City Council is taking bold steps to enhance cybersecurity and tackle housing insecurity—find out how these initiatives will transform the community!

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United Way and Skinnytv host summer meal block parties at local parks United Way partners with Skinnytv to provide free summer meal block parties in parks.

Schenectady is set to kick off summer with exciting block parties offering free meals, fun activities, and healthy resources for families in local parks!

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