2017 Year End Review With sadness, we said goodbye to resident Al Wright, who passed away on January 23, 2018. Al was a former member of the Menands Fire Dept. and Menands Senior Citizens, retired Village Bldg. Inspector, helping hand whenever needed and devoted to his family and friends.  My condolences to Al’s family and his many friends whom he [...]

In a recent interview with a reporter from the Times Union, while sharing with her the activity that has happened along the Broadway Corridor, she commented that she didn’t realize all that had taken place. It occurred to me that even though I report on individual projects as they occur, giving an overview of the development would be beneficial to [...]

Mayor’s Message With summer upon us, time is flying by. Congratulations to the 2017 graduating class from all grade levels and to the teachers and administrators on a successful school year. With school closed please be aware of the kids playing outdoors, especially near the parks, and the increase of motorcycles on the road. The Police Chief reminds Village residents [...]

Mayor’s Message The Village Board and I are very grateful for our public safety departments, particularly during the blizzard this month. This was an especially difficult storm, with snowfall rates at times reaching 3 – 4 inches per hour and whiteout conditions making travel extremely dangerous. Our Police Dept. responded to over 35 calls during the storm, in addition to [...]

As I begin to write this review from 2016, I am saddened by the news of a member of the Menands community having passed away. Steve O’Connell dedicated so mucah of his time to our community, especially to our youth. He was a member of the Menands Cares community group, helped to build the concession stand at the park, was [...]

It is hard to believe that 2016 is almost over. It has been a busy and productive year. Following a great Summer, Fall activities began quickly. Menands has to be one of the most generous communities around with all the events that are held to recognize and help others! COMMUNITY The 2nd Annual FUEL FOR SCHOOL FOOD DRIVE was held [...]