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Applyrs settles in amid public safety and housing concerns
- Applyrs settles in as Albany’s first person of color mayor, pledging youth safety and housing priorities.
- The city moves to separate youth and workforce services from recreation to boost career development.
- Valerie Scott appointed to lead Albany’s building department amid housing challenges and a recent fatal fire.
- A housing audit shows most Albany stock predates 2010 with thousands of units vacant due to repairs or legal issues.
- The administration will study Baltimore’s youth-crime approaches as part of a learning visit.
- A new mayoral fellow position focuses on keeping young people engaged in Albany.
- City plans to bolster nightlife as part of economic and community vitality efforts.
- Applyrs cites improvements in the city’s approach to youth safety, including potential curfew discussions.
- Albany lawmakers are examining inclusionary zoning amid a broader housing crisis.
- The city aims to attract investment and improve public safety in tandem with housing and nightlife reforms.
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