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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Albany public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Swinburne Ice Skating Rink Settlement
The city finalized a $9,000 payout to settle a negligence claim filed after a visitor was injured during a free skate session at Swinburne Rink.
Honorary Street Renaming for Nathaniel Pulliam
The city is honoring the legacies of George and Helen Torian, who made lasting contributions to local business, civic life, and education, by renaming a portion of Ten Broeck Place.
Municipal Legal Settlement: Dillon v. City of Albany
The city agreed to pay a tiny $189 settlement after a resident's car was towed during a water emergency.
Honorary Street Renaming for Reverend Reginald E. Graham
A portion of Second Avenue will be renamed "Rev. Reginald E. Graham Way" to celebrate his 25 years of business leadership and ministry in the South End.
Honorary Street Renaming for Mother Clara Lumpkin
A portion of South Swan Street will be renamed "Mother Clara Lumpkin Way" to honor her decades of volunteer work, prison ministry, and community service in Albany.
City Hall Paper Reduction Initiative
Council members are looking at ways to cut down on paper waste by modernizing how they handle documents for meetings.