“I am pleased to share that the Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority has formally approved our proposal to acquire five key properties on the former college campus. This action marks another important step toward transforming the site into a vibrant and functional asset for our community. Securing these parcels lays the groundwork for a thoughtful, phased redevelopment process, one that will honor the campus’s legacy while opening the door to new opportunities for housing, innovation, and public use. I want to thank the members of the Land Authority for their careful review and partnership as we begin this long-term effort. There is much work ahead, but today’s decision brings us closer to delivering a renewed campus that supports our residents, strengthens our local economy, and reflects our shared vision for the future.”