CITY HALL TO CLOSE AT 2:00PM ON THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2025

In recognition of the 4th of July weekend, City Hall will close early today, Thursday, July 3 at 2:00 p.m. Please plan accordingly to complete any time-sensitive tasks before the early closure. We encourage everyone to use this time to rest and reflect on the meaning of the holiday. Normal operations will resume on Monday, July 7th.

Water Conservation Advisory Has Been Lifted 6-30-2025

Due to ongoing water maintenance activities at the Cross Street Pump Station in Troy and necessary repairs to the Pump Station’s main water valves, the City of Rensselaer and the Town of East Greenbush will continue to operate under a water conservation advisory until further notice.

Summer Reading Fair at Rensselaer Public Library Saturday, June 28, from 11 am -2 pm

For immediate release: Summer Reading Fair at Rensselaer Public Library Saturday, June 28, from 11-2. Start off the summer with a party! We will have popcorn, ice cream, music, balloon twisters, crafts and activities! Sign up for the free reader's club and get a reader kit (ages 0-12). Information about this and other events on our website, RensselaerLibrary.org, or call 518-462-1193. Rensselaer Public Library is at 676 East Street, near the train station. Encourage your child to read, and come visit us!