Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth (GCRG) is concerned with the speed and lack of transparency of the approval process for an explosion of massive new development projects proposed throughout the Town.
GCRG was formed to represent the residents’ rightful voice at every step of these new development proposals.
GCRG will be meeting monthly at the Guilderland Public Library as space permits
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Link to this weeks Agenda
GCRG does NOT meet this week
We will be meeting virtually on Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
For our Virtual Meetings
Here is the link to join us:
To join by phone teleconference:
Dial-in number (US): (605) 313-5879 Access code: 116506#
To join us by online webinar with your computer:
Click this link to join the online meeting:
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Sign into the webinar with your name and email address and click the green "Join" button
You will now see a screen and message to get meeting audio by phone or through your computer.
Some people have found they get better sound quality by calling in with their phone, but they can still see the meeting on their computer.
Please DO NOT call in by phone and also allow your web browser to use your microphone. This will cause strong feedback sounds.
To join us by online webinar with your smartphone or tablet:
Go to https://www.freeconferencecall.com/downloads while on your smart phone or tablet
We hope that you will join us! We want to hear what our residents have to say, hear their ideas, their concerns, what can we all do better.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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Conservation Easement Review Board
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Conservation Review Board can be found here. There is 1 item on the agenda:
424 Wormer Road - Kay Spence & Hannah Spence
The applicant is proposing to conserve 10 acres of a 13 acre parcel in a perpetual conservation easement. If approved, the proposed length of the conservation easement would allow the property owner to receive a 90% exemption from Town and County property taxes. In 2022, the Conservation Easement Review Board reviewed a proposed perpetual easement on a 60 acre parcel of land on Wormer Road, abutting the subject parcel to the West and North. The Town Board approved the conservation easement.
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Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
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Traffic Safety Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Traffic Safety Committee can be found here. There are 6 items for consideration:
Old Business
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2040 Western Avenue (CVS) -- Unsafe turns out of the parking lot, no signage exiting the parking lot.
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Old State Road -- Concerns of speeding Vehicles
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Nott Road - Stop sign request and concerns of speeding vehicles.
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Highland Dr -- Concerns of speeding vehicles.
New Business
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Western Avenue -- Discussion to lowering the speed limit from Fuller Rd to the City line.
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Van Wie Terrace -- Speeding vehicles on the roadway and vehicles not stopping at stop signs.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 3 items for consideration:
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Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit - (Local Shopping Center) - 1671 Western Ave - Bill Lia
The applicant is proposing to construct a new 5,300 square feet +/- building on 1.39 acres of land located in the TOD District. The building will be constructed on the same parcel as The Scene Coffee & Cocktails business and will include a minimum of 2 tenant spaces. An area variance is associated with the Special Use Permit application to increase the maximum allowable parking spaces from 71 spaces to 87 spaces.
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Site Plan Review - Residential Facility, Independent Living - 3400 Carman Road - RRA Properties
The applicant is proposing a residential facility, independent living facility on 1.4 acres of land located in the Local Business (LB) District. Two site layout options are being presented to the Planning Board for consideration. Option 1 would consist of two buildings (8 unit and 10 unit) and require an area variance from the required 100' building setbacks. Option 2 would consist of one 2 1/2 story, 21 unit building and a separate accessory building consisting of 18 garage spaces. No area variances for building setbacks would be required for Option 2.
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Project Update and Possible Consideration of Issuing a SEQR Negative Declaration for a 3 Lot Minor Subdivision - Shady Acres Drive/Shady Crest Court - Dale Houck
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27, 2025 Planning Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 3 lot subdivision of 7.3 acres of land located in the RO30 District. Lot 1 will consist of 3.7 acres. Lot 2 will consist of 1.28 acres. Lot 3 will consist of 2.34 acres. The parcel is located in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Management Area and is recommended for partial protection. Deed restricted areas are shown on Lot 1 and Lot 3.
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Tree Preservation Committee
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Tree Preservation Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
VIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
About the GCRG
Find out about our organization, our mission, our work with town residents and how you can get involved.
Learn More About The Current Development in Guilderland
We try to track and understand each of the new developments proposed in Guilderland, and how you can join us at town meetings to participate in the public review and approval process. Click the link below to view projects we are currently tracking.
We Are Stronger Together!
Please Click Here To Join Us
and Stay Informed
Conservation Easement Review Board
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Conservation Review Board can be found here. There is 1 item on the agenda:
424 Wormer Road - Kay Spence & Hannah Spence
The applicant is proposing to conserve 10 acres of a 13 acre parcel in a perpetual conservation easement. If approved, the proposed length of the conservation easement would allow the property owner to receive a 90% exemption from Town and County property taxes. In 2022, the Conservation Easement Review Board reviewed a proposed perpetual easement on a 60 acre parcel of land on Wormer Road, abutting the subject parcel to the West and North. The Town Board approved the conservation easement.
Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
Read More
Traffic Safety Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Traffic Safety Committee can be found here. There are 6 items for consideration:
Old Business
-
2040 Western Avenue (CVS) -- Unsafe turns out of the parking lot, no signage exiting the parking lot.
-
Old State Road -- Concerns of speeding Vehicles
-
Nott Road - Stop sign request and concerns of speeding vehicles.
-
Highland Dr -- Concerns of speeding vehicles.
New Business
-
Western Avenue -- Discussion to lowering the speed limit from Fuller Rd to the City line.
-
Van Wie Terrace -- Speeding vehicles on the roadway and vehicles not stopping at stop signs.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 3 items for consideration:
-
Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit - (Local Shopping Center) - 1671 Western Ave - Bill Lia
The applicant is proposing to construct a new 5,300 square feet +/- building on 1.39 acres of land located in the TOD District. The building will be constructed on the same parcel as The Scene Coffee & Cocktails business and will include a minimum of 2 tenant spaces. An area variance is associated with the Special Use Permit application to increase the maximum allowable parking spaces from 71 spaces to 87 spaces.
-
Site Plan Review - Residential Facility, Independent Living - 3400 Carman Road - RRA Properties
The applicant is proposing a residential facility, independent living facility on 1.4 acres of land located in the Local Business (LB) District. Two site layout options are being presented to the Planning Board for consideration. Option 1 would consist of two buildings (8 unit and 10 unit) and require an area variance from the required 100' building setbacks. Option 2 would consist of one 2 1/2 story, 21 unit building and a separate accessory building consisting of 18 garage spaces. No area variances for building setbacks would be required for Option 2.
-
Project Update and Possible Consideration of Issuing a SEQR Negative Declaration for a 3 Lot Minor Subdivision - Shady Acres Drive/Shady Crest Court - Dale Houck
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27, 2025 Planning Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 3 lot subdivision of 7.3 acres of land located in the RO30 District. Lot 1 will consist of 3.7 acres. Lot 2 will consist of 1.28 acres. Lot 3 will consist of 2.34 acres. The parcel is located in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Management Area and is recommended for partial protection. Deed restricted areas are shown on Lot 1 and Lot 3.
Read More
Tree Preservation Committee
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Tree Preservation Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
VIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
About the GCRG
Find out about our organization, our mission, our work with town residents and how you can get involved.
Learn More About The Current Development in Guilderland
We try to track and understand each of the new developments proposed in Guilderland, and how you can join us at town meetings to participate in the public review and approval process. Click the link below to view projects we are currently tracking.
We Are Stronger Together!
Please Click Here To Join Us
and Stay Informed
Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
Read More
Traffic Safety Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Traffic Safety Committee can be found here. There are 6 items for consideration:
Old Business
-
2040 Western Avenue (CVS) -- Unsafe turns out of the parking lot, no signage exiting the parking lot.
-
Old State Road -- Concerns of speeding Vehicles
-
Nott Road - Stop sign request and concerns of speeding vehicles.
-
Highland Dr -- Concerns of speeding vehicles.
New Business
-
Western Avenue -- Discussion to lowering the speed limit from Fuller Rd to the City line.
-
Van Wie Terrace -- Speeding vehicles on the roadway and vehicles not stopping at stop signs.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 3 items for consideration:
-
Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit - (Local Shopping Center) - 1671 Western Ave - Bill Lia
The applicant is proposing to construct a new 5,300 square feet +/- building on 1.39 acres of land located in the TOD District. The building will be constructed on the same parcel as The Scene Coffee & Cocktails business and will include a minimum of 2 tenant spaces. An area variance is associated with the Special Use Permit application to increase the maximum allowable parking spaces from 71 spaces to 87 spaces.
-
Site Plan Review - Residential Facility, Independent Living - 3400 Carman Road - RRA Properties
The applicant is proposing a residential facility, independent living facility on 1.4 acres of land located in the Local Business (LB) District. Two site layout options are being presented to the Planning Board for consideration. Option 1 would consist of two buildings (8 unit and 10 unit) and require an area variance from the required 100' building setbacks. Option 2 would consist of one 2 1/2 story, 21 unit building and a separate accessory building consisting of 18 garage spaces. No area variances for building setbacks would be required for Option 2.
-
Project Update and Possible Consideration of Issuing a SEQR Negative Declaration for a 3 Lot Minor Subdivision - Shady Acres Drive/Shady Crest Court - Dale Houck
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27, 2025 Planning Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 3 lot subdivision of 7.3 acres of land located in the RO30 District. Lot 1 will consist of 3.7 acres. Lot 2 will consist of 1.28 acres. Lot 3 will consist of 2.34 acres. The parcel is located in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Management Area and is recommended for partial protection. Deed restricted areas are shown on Lot 1 and Lot 3.
Read More
Tree Preservation Committee
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Tree Preservation Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
VIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
About the GCRG
Find out about our organization, our mission, our work with town residents and how you can get involved.
Learn More About The Current Development in Guilderland
We try to track and understand each of the new developments proposed in Guilderland, and how you can join us at town meetings to participate in the public review and approval process. Click the link below to view projects we are currently tracking.
Traffic Safety Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Traffic Safety Committee can be found here. There are 6 items for consideration:
Old Business
-
2040 Western Avenue (CVS) -- Unsafe turns out of the parking lot, no signage exiting the parking lot.
-
Old State Road -- Concerns of speeding Vehicles
-
Nott Road - Stop sign request and concerns of speeding vehicles.
-
Highland Dr -- Concerns of speeding vehicles.
New Business
-
Western Avenue -- Discussion to lowering the speed limit from Fuller Rd to the City line.
-
Van Wie Terrace -- Speeding vehicles on the roadway and vehicles not stopping at stop signs.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 3 items for consideration:
-
Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit - (Local Shopping Center) - 1671 Western Ave - Bill Lia
The applicant is proposing to construct a new 5,300 square feet +/- building on 1.39 acres of land located in the TOD District. The building will be constructed on the same parcel as The Scene Coffee & Cocktails business and will include a minimum of 2 tenant spaces. An area variance is associated with the Special Use Permit application to increase the maximum allowable parking spaces from 71 spaces to 87 spaces.
-
Site Plan Review - Residential Facility, Independent Living - 3400 Carman Road - RRA Properties
The applicant is proposing a residential facility, independent living facility on 1.4 acres of land located in the Local Business (LB) District. Two site layout options are being presented to the Planning Board for consideration. Option 1 would consist of two buildings (8 unit and 10 unit) and require an area variance from the required 100' building setbacks. Option 2 would consist of one 2 1/2 story, 21 unit building and a separate accessory building consisting of 18 garage spaces. No area variances for building setbacks would be required for Option 2.
-
Project Update and Possible Consideration of Issuing a SEQR Negative Declaration for a 3 Lot Minor Subdivision - Shady Acres Drive/Shady Crest Court - Dale Houck
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27, 2025 Planning Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 3 lot subdivision of 7.3 acres of land located in the RO30 District. Lot 1 will consist of 3.7 acres. Lot 2 will consist of 1.28 acres. Lot 3 will consist of 2.34 acres. The parcel is located in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Management Area and is recommended for partial protection. Deed restricted areas are shown on Lot 1 and Lot 3.
Read More
Tree Preservation Committee
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Tree Preservation Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
VIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 3 items for consideration:
-
Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit - (Local Shopping Center) - 1671 Western Ave - Bill Lia
The applicant is proposing to construct a new 5,300 square feet +/- building on 1.39 acres of land located in the TOD District. The building will be constructed on the same parcel as The Scene Coffee & Cocktails business and will include a minimum of 2 tenant spaces. An area variance is associated with the Special Use Permit application to increase the maximum allowable parking spaces from 71 spaces to 87 spaces.
-
Site Plan Review - Residential Facility, Independent Living - 3400 Carman Road - RRA Properties
The applicant is proposing a residential facility, independent living facility on 1.4 acres of land located in the Local Business (LB) District. Two site layout options are being presented to the Planning Board for consideration. Option 1 would consist of two buildings (8 unit and 10 unit) and require an area variance from the required 100' building setbacks. Option 2 would consist of one 2 1/2 story, 21 unit building and a separate accessory building consisting of 18 garage spaces. No area variances for building setbacks would be required for Option 2.
-
Project Update and Possible Consideration of Issuing a SEQR Negative Declaration for a 3 Lot Minor Subdivision - Shady Acres Drive/Shady Crest Court - Dale Houck
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27, 2025 Planning Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 3 lot subdivision of 7.3 acres of land located in the RO30 District. Lot 1 will consist of 3.7 acres. Lot 2 will consist of 1.28 acres. Lot 3 will consist of 2.34 acres. The parcel is located in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Management Area and is recommended for partial protection. Deed restricted areas are shown on Lot 1 and Lot 3.
Tree Preservation Committee
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Tree Preservation Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
VIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
Tree Preservation Committee
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the Tree Preservation Committee has yet to be announced.
Read MoreVIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
VIRTUAL MEETING Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting VIRTUAL MEETING
The Agenda for this open meeting of the GCRG has yet to be announced.
1- Greetings, Introduction of Attendees, Review of Agenda add topics.
2- Meetings, Projects and Issues of Concern
3- Open Agenda
Following the open GCRG meeting the Steering Committee will meet.
If you would like to join the GCRG Steering Committee or if there is something you would like to discuss during our public meeting, please let us know through our Contact Us form.
The GCRG typically meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Guilderland Public Library except when a virtual session using Zoom is announced in our newsletter.
GCRG meetings are open to anyone who wishes to be involved and help support the group or just desires to have a better understanding of the development of the town.
Read More
About the GCRG
Find out about our organization, our mission, our work with town residents and how you can get involved.
Learn More About The Current Development in Guilderland
We try to track and understand each of the new developments proposed in Guilderland, and how you can join us at town meetings to participate in the public review and approval process. Click the link below to view projects we are currently tracking.
We Are Stronger Together!
Please Click Here To Join Us
and Stay Informed