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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Troy public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Surplus Property Auction Sales
The city is selling off 13 foreclosed properties — from a $10,000 lot on Hill Street to a Highland Avenue two-family that fetched $151,800. New owners bring the parcels back onto the tax rolls and back into use.
Expansion of The Elliott at Troy Assisted Living Facility
The Elliott at Troy presented plans for a major renovation and four-story addition to expand bed capacity and modernize residential care facilities.
Auto Body Shop Storage Garage at 3113 Seventh Ave
Troy's Best Auto Body Shop is building a large metal storage garage to keep customer cars safe from neighborhood vandalism and theft. The board approved it on the condition that vehicles aren't left outside long-term.
Housing Grants and Loans
Thinking about buying or fixing up a house in Troy? The city has various programs, grants, and loans available to help you cover the costs.
NY Forward Grant Consultant Services
The city is getting a head start on applying for a NY Forward grant by planning to hire an outside consultant to craft a competitive application. The board ensured that the city will own all the data and reports produced by the consultant.
Unity House Patio and Kitchen Expansion
Unity House is adjusting lot lines and adding an outdoor patio and cooler to support its teaching kitchen on Earl Street.
IDA Financial Position and Overdue Accounts
The board reviewed monthly financials showing a slight deficit and discussed efforts to improve PILOT collection and billing tracking.
Troy Community Land Bank Annual Report
Executives from the Troy Community Land Bank presented their annual report, highlighting neighborhood stabilization, affordable housing completions, and the launch of a new $500,000 owner-occupied home repair program.
Redburn Development Project at 7th Avenue
Redburn proposed building 12 townhomes where a football field is currently located, removing that parcel from the PILOT to return it to the tax rolls.
New Infill Residential Development at 811 River St
Developers want to build a $500,000 single-family home on an empty lot, but the board had to pause the project to fix paperwork issues.