Albany County Legislative Black Caucus

05/27/2026

Albany County Legislature Deputy Chairwoman & Legislative Black Caucus founding member Wanda Willingham, joined by Legislators Danielle Gillespie (District 12), Beroro Efekoro (District 7), and Susan P**o (District 5), visited the Albany County Department of Aging at St. Rose Campus last Friday!

Our legislators are always showing up for the community, including our seniors!

05/26/2026

The Albany County Legislature’s monthly schedule is now available!

Please note that the Multimodal Transit and Pedestrian Access meeting has been moved to 5:30 PM.

Watch meetings live on our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/

05/25/2026

Freedom has never been free, and so many Black heroes paid the ultimate price for it.

This Memorial Day, we lift up the legacy of the Harlem Hellfighters, the Montford Point Marines, the Tuskegee Airmen, and every Black service member who stood on the front lines of war while fighting for dignity back home.

Their courage is our inheritance. Their memory is our responsibility.

05/22/2026

"Standing together, rising together! The Albany County Legislative Black Caucus proudly celebrates the fierce AAPI leaders leading the charge for real social justice."

Elizabeth Chung, Executive Director of the Asian American Center of Frederick, has worked closely with Asian Americans to advance their rights and has also advocated with immigrant rights groups.

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05/22/2026

This May, the Albany County Legislative Black Caucus recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is health, and our community deserves access to care free from stigma and inequity.

Check on your neighbors, seek support without shame, and know you are not alone.

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05/21/2026

Nominate a Young Changemaker today!
All nominations are due tomorrow, May 22.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or click on the URL: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=bdOMQdu5mkmW63Gq9FzHuiGUeoRKJF1BiYKvvBsT839UM09KRUZVS0dDTkEyRDRSOVdLQzc2UEQzRC4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl

05/20/2026

Last week, Vice Chair of the Albany County Legislative Black Caucus and District 2 Legislator Merton Simpson, hit the ground running at the Albany Community Action Partnership Community Day, tabling and handing out flyers to spread the word about an exciting upcoming event!

Mark your calendars the Albany County Legislative Black Caucus Annual Juneteenth Festival is happening Friday, June 12 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at 112 State Street, Cahill Room. This is a FREE event featuring performances, food, arts and crafts, and a Youth Award Ceremony!

Don't miss it and be sure to nominate a Young Changemaker by scanning the QR code on the flyer! Let's come together to Celebrate the Day of Freedom!

05/19/2026

Today is School and Library Election Day.

School boards and libraries play a vital role in our communities, shaping educational opportunities, public resources, and services for residents of all ages. These local elections help determine budgets, leadership, and priorities that affect students, families, and neighborhoods across our region.

If you have not already voted, be sure to check your local district or library for polling information before polls close today.

Vote wisely. Your vote matters.

05/14/2026

This May, the Albany County Legislative Black Caucus proudly honors .

The AAPI community's contributions to our county and country are immeasurable, and our struggles for justice are intertwined. Black & AAPI solidarity. Always.

05/12/2026

"As Chair of the Elder Care Committee, I know firsthand that this expanded exemption is not just a policy update; it is a lifeline for seniors who have spent decades building our neighborhoods and deserve to remain in them. I’m proud to help alleviate property tax burdens for our seniors countywide."
Dr Carolyn McLauglin, Chair of the Albany County Elderly Committee

The Albany County Legislature has approved an increase to its senior citizens’ property tax exemption levels, making it easier for seniors with limited incomes to stay in their homes and remain a vital part of our communities and neighborhoods.