The City of Rensselaer is applying to the NYS Department of State for up to $10 Million Dollars to expand and improve our downtown. Our plan extends our downtown area to include the Amtrak Train Station on East Street.

The area already includes many small businesses and has great potential for new businesses and community amenities (improved streets, public art, community services, events, etc.)

We are seeking ideas from the public on the things you would like to see in Rensselaer.

Proposed Downtown Revitalization Area



Please take a moment to review and complete this survey. It can be returned by October 24, 2025 to:


Thomas E. Hulihan

Director of Planning and Development

City of Rensselaer

62 Washington Street

Rensselaer, New York 12144

thomas.hulihan@rensselaerny.gov

518-462-4839 - Option 3

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