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
Link to this weeks Newsletter:
Link to this weeks Agenda
GCRG does NOT meet this week
Virtual Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
In person meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025 at the Guilderland Public Library in the Helderberg Room
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.
The first Public Hearing was held - the hearing is still open pending the receipt of comments from the Planning Board. There is still time to send in your comments! The Public Hearings to be held by the Town Board will be open for at least 2 meetings.
If you are concerned about the future of our town, please stand up and say something!
Please review the plan if you can.... the Comprehensive Plan 2nd Draft is now up on the town website. Please take the time to review and if you have questions, concerns or want answers, please ask! You can see the Comp Plan here:
https://play.champds.com/ATT/guilderlandny/2025-07/f6727d7ef56c080e5432487e027198caedc85eba.pdf
GCRG has responded in writing to the Plan as prepared by MJ Engineering and the Comprehensive Plan Update Committee You can see the response here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dp2f0dE-rSiiq8uGVWxgt4HlTH83_U6aPBl-NeReOxo/edit?usp=sharing
If folks want to discuss or ask us questions, please contact us. Please email us at takeaction@guilderlandcrg.org
If you have comments, or concerns, please make them known by contacting the Town Board or by writing a letter. They should be published on the town website. If they have not been, please let us know so we can advocate that they be posted.
We also put out a news blurb about helping local no-profits in the area. You can read the notice here:https://mailchi.mp/dfcbde31dc4d/gcrga-community-request-for-your-help
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Town Board Budget Workshop
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
There shall be a Public Hearing for the Town's 2026 budget at 6pm.
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Town Board Meeting
This meeting of the Town Board can be found here. There are 5 items for consideration:
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Consider adopting the Town's 2026 budget.
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Consider adopting the resolution using funds in the General Reserve in support of State grant for improvements at Keenholts Park, John Schoolcraft House, and Town Hall.
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Consider authorizing the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk to sign the water warrant.
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Consider the permanent appointment of Emily Romano as Administrative Assistant in the Parks Department, as recommended by the Personnel Assistant.
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Consider approving the promotion of Hannah Clavijo from Emergency Medical Technician to Paramedic, as recommended by the Personnel Assistant.
Read More
Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth 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 first and third Mondays of every month at 7:00 PM in virtual sessions using Zoom.
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.
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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.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 4 items for consideration:
1. Consideration of Final Plat Approval for a 2 Lot Minor Subdivision - 4304 Frederick Road - Ben Radtke
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27th Board meeting and adopted a SEQR negative declaration at the October 22nd Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 2 lot subdivision of 55.8 acres of land located in the RA3 District. Lot 1 will consist of 6.28 acres and contains an existing 60' x 100' one-story steel garage. Lot 2 will consist of 48.82 acres of land and is undeveloped.
2. 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.
3. Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit (Co-Works Office) - 1434 Western Ave - Elevation Coworks, LLC
The applicant is proposing a hybrid coworking and rental space for office use within an existing 10,080 square feet building located on 0.32 acres in the BNRP District. The existing building consists of 8,030 square feet of commercial space and 2,050 square feet of residential space.
4. Preliminary Site Plan Review - Reserve at Albany Country Club - 300 Wormer Road
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 404 acres of Albany Country Club property from the RA3 District to a Country Hamlet District for a mixed residential development consisting of the following: (1) 99 single-family lots; (2) 93 townhouse units; and (3) 48 condominium units for a total of 240 units. Within the 404 acres of rezone area 112 acres within the proposed development area will be deed restricted open space and 195 acres outside of the development area will be deed restricted open space. Additionally, 81 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club on Relyea Road will be conveyed to the Town for a new Town park and 14 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club abutting Nott Road Park will be conveyed to the Town and incorporated into lands within the park.
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
Town Board Budget Workshop
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
There shall be a Public Hearing for the Town's 2026 budget at 6pm.
Read MoreTown Board Meeting
This meeting of the Town Board can be found here. There are 5 items for consideration:
-
Consider adopting the Town's 2026 budget.
-
Consider adopting the resolution using funds in the General Reserve in support of State grant for improvements at Keenholts Park, John Schoolcraft House, and Town Hall.
-
Consider authorizing the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk to sign the water warrant.
-
Consider the permanent appointment of Emily Romano as Administrative Assistant in the Parks Department, as recommended by the Personnel Assistant.
-
Consider approving the promotion of Hannah Clavijo from Emergency Medical Technician to Paramedic, as recommended by the Personnel Assistant.
Read More
Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth 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 first and third Mondays of every month at 7:00 PM in virtual sessions using Zoom.
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
Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 4 items for consideration:
1. Consideration of Final Plat Approval for a 2 Lot Minor Subdivision - 4304 Frederick Road - Ben Radtke
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27th Board meeting and adopted a SEQR negative declaration at the October 22nd Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 2 lot subdivision of 55.8 acres of land located in the RA3 District. Lot 1 will consist of 6.28 acres and contains an existing 60' x 100' one-story steel garage. Lot 2 will consist of 48.82 acres of land and is undeveloped.
2. 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.
3. Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit (Co-Works Office) - 1434 Western Ave - Elevation Coworks, LLC
The applicant is proposing a hybrid coworking and rental space for office use within an existing 10,080 square feet building located on 0.32 acres in the BNRP District. The existing building consists of 8,030 square feet of commercial space and 2,050 square feet of residential space.
4. Preliminary Site Plan Review - Reserve at Albany Country Club - 300 Wormer Road
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 404 acres of Albany Country Club property from the RA3 District to a Country Hamlet District for a mixed residential development consisting of the following: (1) 99 single-family lots; (2) 93 townhouse units; and (3) 48 condominium units for a total of 240 units. Within the 404 acres of rezone area 112 acres within the proposed development area will be deed restricted open space and 195 acres outside of the development area will be deed restricted open space. Additionally, 81 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club on Relyea Road will be conveyed to the Town for a new Town park and 14 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club abutting Nott Road Park will be conveyed to the Town and incorporated into lands within the park.
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.
Town Board Meeting
This meeting of the Town Board can be found here. There are 5 items for consideration:
-
Consider adopting the Town's 2026 budget.
-
Consider adopting the resolution using funds in the General Reserve in support of State grant for improvements at Keenholts Park, John Schoolcraft House, and Town Hall.
-
Consider authorizing the Town Supervisor and Town Clerk to sign the water warrant.
-
Consider the permanent appointment of Emily Romano as Administrative Assistant in the Parks Department, as recommended by the Personnel Assistant.
-
Consider approving the promotion of Hannah Clavijo from Emergency Medical Technician to Paramedic, as recommended by the Personnel Assistant.
Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth 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 first and third Mondays of every month at 7:00 PM in virtual sessions using Zoom.
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
Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 4 items for consideration:
1. Consideration of Final Plat Approval for a 2 Lot Minor Subdivision - 4304 Frederick Road - Ben Radtke
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27th Board meeting and adopted a SEQR negative declaration at the October 22nd Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 2 lot subdivision of 55.8 acres of land located in the RA3 District. Lot 1 will consist of 6.28 acres and contains an existing 60' x 100' one-story steel garage. Lot 2 will consist of 48.82 acres of land and is undeveloped.
2. 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.
3. Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit (Co-Works Office) - 1434 Western Ave - Elevation Coworks, LLC
The applicant is proposing a hybrid coworking and rental space for office use within an existing 10,080 square feet building located on 0.32 acres in the BNRP District. The existing building consists of 8,030 square feet of commercial space and 2,050 square feet of residential space.
4. Preliminary Site Plan Review - Reserve at Albany Country Club - 300 Wormer Road
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 404 acres of Albany Country Club property from the RA3 District to a Country Hamlet District for a mixed residential development consisting of the following: (1) 99 single-family lots; (2) 93 townhouse units; and (3) 48 condominium units for a total of 240 units. Within the 404 acres of rezone area 112 acres within the proposed development area will be deed restricted open space and 195 acres outside of the development area will be deed restricted open space. Additionally, 81 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club on Relyea Road will be conveyed to the Town for a new Town park and 14 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club abutting Nott Road Park will be conveyed to the Town and incorporated into lands within the park.
Read More
Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth 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 first and third Mondays of every month at 7:00 PM in virtual sessions using Zoom.
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 MoreGuilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 4 items for consideration:
1. Consideration of Final Plat Approval for a 2 Lot Minor Subdivision - 4304 Frederick Road - Ben Radtke
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27th Board meeting and adopted a SEQR negative declaration at the October 22nd Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 2 lot subdivision of 55.8 acres of land located in the RA3 District. Lot 1 will consist of 6.28 acres and contains an existing 60' x 100' one-story steel garage. Lot 2 will consist of 48.82 acres of land and is undeveloped.
2. 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.
3. Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit (Co-Works Office) - 1434 Western Ave - Elevation Coworks, LLC
The applicant is proposing a hybrid coworking and rental space for office use within an existing 10,080 square feet building located on 0.32 acres in the BNRP District. The existing building consists of 8,030 square feet of commercial space and 2,050 square feet of residential space.
4. Preliminary Site Plan Review - Reserve at Albany Country Club - 300 Wormer Road
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 404 acres of Albany Country Club property from the RA3 District to a Country Hamlet District for a mixed residential development consisting of the following: (1) 99 single-family lots; (2) 93 townhouse units; and (3) 48 condominium units for a total of 240 units. Within the 404 acres of rezone area 112 acres within the proposed development area will be deed restricted open space and 195 acres outside of the development area will be deed restricted open space. Additionally, 81 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club on Relyea Road will be conveyed to the Town for a new Town park and 14 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club abutting Nott Road Park will be conveyed to the Town and incorporated into lands within the park.
Read More
Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council has yet to be announced.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 4 items for consideration:
1. Consideration of Final Plat Approval for a 2 Lot Minor Subdivision - 4304 Frederick Road - Ben Radtke
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27th Board meeting and adopted a SEQR negative declaration at the October 22nd Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 2 lot subdivision of 55.8 acres of land located in the RA3 District. Lot 1 will consist of 6.28 acres and contains an existing 60' x 100' one-story steel garage. Lot 2 will consist of 48.82 acres of land and is undeveloped.
2. 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.
3. Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit (Co-Works Office) - 1434 Western Ave - Elevation Coworks, LLC
The applicant is proposing a hybrid coworking and rental space for office use within an existing 10,080 square feet building located on 0.32 acres in the BNRP District. The existing building consists of 8,030 square feet of commercial space and 2,050 square feet of residential space.
4. Preliminary Site Plan Review - Reserve at Albany Country Club - 300 Wormer Road
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 404 acres of Albany Country Club property from the RA3 District to a Country Hamlet District for a mixed residential development consisting of the following: (1) 99 single-family lots; (2) 93 townhouse units; and (3) 48 condominium units for a total of 240 units. Within the 404 acres of rezone area 112 acres within the proposed development area will be deed restricted open space and 195 acres outside of the development area will be deed restricted open space. Additionally, 81 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club on Relyea Road will be conveyed to the Town for a new Town park and 14 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club abutting Nott Road Park will be conveyed to the Town and incorporated into lands within the park.
Read More
Planning Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Planning Board can be found here. There are 4 items for consideration:
1. Consideration of Final Plat Approval for a 2 Lot Minor Subdivision - 4304 Frederick Road - Ben Radtke
The Planning Board issued concept plan approval at the August 27th Board meeting and adopted a SEQR negative declaration at the October 22nd Board meeting. The applicant is proposing a 2 lot subdivision of 55.8 acres of land located in the RA3 District. Lot 1 will consist of 6.28 acres and contains an existing 60' x 100' one-story steel garage. Lot 2 will consist of 48.82 acres of land and is undeveloped.
2. 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.
3. Site Plan Review Associated with a Special Use Permit (Co-Works Office) - 1434 Western Ave - Elevation Coworks, LLC
The applicant is proposing a hybrid coworking and rental space for office use within an existing 10,080 square feet building located on 0.32 acres in the BNRP District. The existing building consists of 8,030 square feet of commercial space and 2,050 square feet of residential space.
4. Preliminary Site Plan Review - Reserve at Albany Country Club - 300 Wormer Road
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 404 acres of Albany Country Club property from the RA3 District to a Country Hamlet District for a mixed residential development consisting of the following: (1) 99 single-family lots; (2) 93 townhouse units; and (3) 48 condominium units for a total of 240 units. Within the 404 acres of rezone area 112 acres within the proposed development area will be deed restricted open space and 195 acres outside of the development area will be deed restricted open space. Additionally, 81 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club on Relyea Road will be conveyed to the Town for a new Town park and 14 acres of land owned by the Albany Country Club abutting Nott Road Park will be conveyed to the Town and incorporated into lands within the park.
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