Troys 2021 State of the City Address – NEWS10 ABC

Posted: Feb 4, 2021 / 04:18 PM EST / Updated: Feb 8, 2021 / 11:52 AM EST

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TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) Troy Mayor Patrick Madden virtually broadcast the 2021 State of the City Address on Thursday evening. The address was broadcast ontheCitys official YouTube channelandFacebook page, and can also be viewed below:

During the address, Mayor Madden outlined the Citys response to the COVID-19 pandemic and how the Troy community has navigated an unprecedented year of challenges. This was the first-ever virtual State of the City Address, held in accordance with public health guidelines that limit gatherings due to the coronavirus.

Mayor Madden detailed steps taken to preserve essential services and protect employee health in response to COVID-19, as well as revenue shortfalls and reductions in state aid. The address also highlighted major accomplishments in neighborhood revitalization, water and sewer infrastructure, expanding public access to the waterfront, renewable energy, and investments in City parks.

Some of the key highlights of the 2021 address included:

Mayor Madden also identified several ongoing initiatives and unfinished projects that would be prioritized in 2021, including the replacement of Fire Station 1 in Lansingburgh, and strengthening relationships between the community and the Troy Police Department through the Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative.

For additional information, visit the Citys website.

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