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Albany, it’s time to activate our city!

Mayor Dorcey Applyrs has dedicated her entire professional life to improving the lives of others. Mayor Applyrs is committed to keeping Albany safe, strengthening the local economy, and investing in moving Albany forward.

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  1. City of Albany, State of the City 2026-552

    Mayor Dr. Dorcey L. Applyrs Delivers 2026 State of the City

    Mayor Applyrs Sets the Tempo for 2026, Highlighting Key Policies that are Rooted in Community Feedback Read on...
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    City of Albany Declares Snow Emergency Conclusion at 8PM on Jan 29

    The City’s Alternate Parking Rules are Back in Affect Following Record-Breaking Snowfall, DGS Continues to Prioritize Snow Removal from Walkways and Streets Read on...
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    City of Albany Declares Snow Emergency to Begin on Tuesday, Jan. 27th at 8:00pm

    Mayor Applyrs Meets with DGS, APD, AFD, and Traffic Engineering to Coordinate the Beginning of Snow Emergency Operations in the City of Albany Read on...
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    Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey L. Applyrs Joins DGS, APD, AFD, AWD, and County Executive for Public Advisor

    City and County Partners Join Together with CDTA and National Grid to Share Important Information for Residents Ahead of Heavy Snow Accumulation and Freezing Cold Temperatures Read on...
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    Mayor Applyrs Promotes Local Businesses Ahead of 2026 Mayor’s Cup

    Building on Hockey Tradition, Applyrs Administration Highlights Small Businesses’ Voices in Anticipation for Downtown Visitors Read on...

  6. Albany Codes Department is Holding Noncompliant Landlords Accountable Under New Leadership

    Mayor Applyrs Committed to Transparency with Monthly Reports, Codes Department to Launch New Initiatives Read on...
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    Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey L. Applyrs Presents First Proclamation at City Hall

    Mayor Applyrs Honors Edna “Mother Howard” Mae-Davis Decades-Long Service to the City Read on...

  8. Mayor Dr. Dorcey L. Applyrs Appoints Valerie Scott as Director of Buildings and Regulatory Complianc

    Experienced City Leader Brings Continuity and Accountability to Buildings and Regulatory Compliance, Advancing Safe Development and Responsive Service for Albany Residents Read on...
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    Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs Announces Separation of Department of Recreation and Youth and Workf

    Jonathan Jones Appointed Commissioner of Youth and Workforce Jahmel Robinson Appointed Commissioner of Recreation Read on...
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    Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs Announces Administration Appointments

    Mix of New Faces & City Hall Veterans Tapped as the Mayor Continues Building a Team That is Committed to Delivering Results for Albany Residents Read on...
  11. 01022026 Mayor Signs EO on Nighlife

    Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs Announces Inaugural Advisory Council on Nightlife Economy, Appoints

    In Critical First Step to Turning the Lights Back On in Albany, Experienced Industry, Community Leaders to Advise on Enhancing Nightlife Mayoral Fellow Will Serve as Liaison Between Youth & City Hall, Helping to Retain Local Talent & Make Albany Fun Read on...