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.
We would like to advise you of a proposed very large apartment complex development that is being considered on New Karner Road. It is a proposal by the Markstone Group from NYC entitled Pine Bush Parc LLC that will include a 4 story and 5 story apartment building across from the Post Office and Gladwish on Route 20. Neighbors in the area have grave concerns about many issues and have generated a petition to make these concerns known and to ask that it not be built. This project is not just about the folks and neighbors who live near the proposed project, but ANYONE who would be traveling Route 155. Please review the attached petition and sign if you are in favor of what they are asking. We also ask that you share with your friends, neighbors, social media etc.
https://forms.gle/6JJrsdPjt9Wa9KrYA
GCRG will be meeting monthly at the Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church
2291 Western Ave, Guilderland, NY 12084 Western Ave. Guilderland(Just West of the Town Library)
The next meeting of GCRG will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
(Unfortunately, access by the Web has yet to be established, but we will be trying!)
Link to this weeks Newsletter:
Link to this weeks Agenda
GCRG does NOT meet this week
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Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting
Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church, 2291 Western Ave., Guilderland, NY
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 6:30 PM at the Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church at 2291 Western Avenue 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.
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Town Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Town Board can be found here. There is a Public Hearing + 4 other items for consideration:
Public HearingsAt 7:00pm Public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Code regarding accessory dwelling units. Agenda - 1. Consider adopting the proposed resolution to dedicate Town-owned 16 acres (two parcels) to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission for purposes of Preserve management.
2. Consider approving the proposed agreement with the Highway Superintendent for expending highway funds for paving specified Town roads, as requested by the Highway Superintendent. - 3. Consider approving an amendment of the Town's 2026 budget to appropriate $14,634.21 in the McKownville Lighting District's fund balance (SL1909) and transfer that amount to the District's Equipment & Capital Outlay line (SL15182.2) for replacing the underground lighting infrastructure on Westlyn Court, as requested by the Highway Superintendent.
4. Consider authorizing the Town to issue a request for bids for installing new lights for a girls' softball field at Keenholts Park.
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Development Planning Committee Meeting
The agenda for this Development Planning Committee meeting has yet to be announced.
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American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals can be found here. There are 3 new items for consideration + a sign request:
New Cases
6652 Stitt Road Public hearing for an area variance to permit the construction of a 1,500sf family apartment.
16 Seeley Drive (Shed) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a shed to be installed in a required setback.
16 Seeley Drive (Garage) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a detached garage to be constructed in a required setback.Signs
1475 Western Avenue - Playa Bowls Installation of a building mounted sign and replacement of a panel in a freestanding multi-tenant sign
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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.
Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth Meeting
Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church, 2291 Western Ave., Guilderland, NY
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 6:30 PM at the Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church at 2291 Western Avenue 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 MoreTown Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Town Board can be found here. There is a Public Hearing + 4 other items for consideration:
Public HearingsAt 7:00pm Public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Code regarding accessory dwelling units. Agenda - 1. Consider adopting the proposed resolution to dedicate Town-owned 16 acres (two parcels) to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission for purposes of Preserve management.
2. Consider approving the proposed agreement with the Highway Superintendent for expending highway funds for paving specified Town roads, as requested by the Highway Superintendent. - 3. Consider approving an amendment of the Town's 2026 budget to appropriate $14,634.21 in the McKownville Lighting District's fund balance (SL1909) and transfer that amount to the District's Equipment & Capital Outlay line (SL15182.2) for replacing the underground lighting infrastructure on Westlyn Court, as requested by the Highway Superintendent.
4. Consider authorizing the Town to issue a request for bids for installing new lights for a girls' softball field at Keenholts Park.
Read More
Development Planning Committee Meeting
The agenda for this Development Planning Committee meeting has yet to be announced.
Read More
American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals can be found here. There are 3 new items for consideration + a sign request:
New Cases
6652 Stitt Road Public hearing for an area variance to permit the construction of a 1,500sf family apartment.
16 Seeley Drive (Shed) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a shed to be installed in a required setback.
16 Seeley Drive (Garage) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a detached garage to be constructed in a required setback.Signs
1475 Western Avenue - Playa Bowls Installation of a building mounted sign and replacement of a panel in a freestanding multi-tenant sign
Read More
Town Board Meeting
The agenda for this meeting of the Town Board can be found here. There is a Public Hearing + 4 other items for consideration:
- 1. Consider adopting the proposed resolution to dedicate Town-owned 16 acres (two parcels) to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission for purposes of Preserve management.
2. Consider approving the proposed agreement with the Highway Superintendent for expending highway funds for paving specified Town roads, as requested by the Highway Superintendent. - 3. Consider approving an amendment of the Town's 2026 budget to appropriate $14,634.21 in the McKownville Lighting District's fund balance (SL1909) and transfer that amount to the District's Equipment & Capital Outlay line (SL15182.2) for replacing the underground lighting infrastructure on Westlyn Court, as requested by the Highway Superintendent.
4. Consider authorizing the Town to issue a request for bids for installing new lights for a girls' softball field at Keenholts Park.
Development Planning Committee Meeting
The agenda for this Development Planning Committee meeting has yet to be announced.
Read More
American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals can be found here. There are 3 new items for consideration + a sign request:
New Cases
6652 Stitt Road Public hearing for an area variance to permit the construction of a 1,500sf family apartment.
16 Seeley Drive (Shed) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a shed to be installed in a required setback.
16 Seeley Drive (Garage) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a detached garage to be constructed in a required setback.Signs
1475 Western Avenue - Playa Bowls Installation of a building mounted sign and replacement of a panel in a freestanding multi-tenant sign
Read More
Development Planning Committee Meeting
The agenda for this Development Planning Committee meeting has yet to be announced.
American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee has yet to be announced.
Read More
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals can be found here. There are 3 new items for consideration + a sign request:
New Cases
6652 Stitt Road Public hearing for an area variance to permit the construction of a 1,500sf family apartment.
16 Seeley Drive (Shed) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a shed to be installed in a required setback.
16 Seeley Drive (Garage) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a detached garage to be constructed in a required setback.Signs
1475 Western Avenue - Playa Bowls Installation of a building mounted sign and replacement of a panel in a freestanding multi-tenant sign
Read More
American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee Meeting
Guilderland Town Hall, 5209 Western Tpk., Guilderland, NY
The agenda for this meeting of the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee has yet to be announced.
Read MoreZoning Board of Appeals Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals can be found here. There are 3 new items for consideration + a sign request:
New Cases
6652 Stitt Road Public hearing for an area variance to permit the construction of a 1,500sf family apartment.
16 Seeley Drive (Shed) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a shed to be installed in a required setback.
16 Seeley Drive (Garage) Public hearing for an area variance to permit a detached garage to be constructed in a required setback.Signs
1475 Western Avenue - Playa Bowls Installation of a building mounted sign and replacement of a panel in a freestanding multi-tenant sign
Read More
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
The agenda for this Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals can be found here. There are 3 new items for consideration + a sign request:
New Cases
Signs
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