Mayor’s Message With summer upon us, time is flying by. Congratulations to the 2017 graduating class from all grade levels and to the teachers and administrators on a successful school year. With school closed please be aware of the kids playing outdoors, especially near the parks, and the increase of motorcycles on the road. The Police Chief reminds Village residents [...]

Mayor’s Message The Village Board and I are very grateful for our public safety departments, particularly during the blizzard this month. This was an especially difficult storm, with snowfall rates at times reaching 3 – 4 inches per hour and whiteout conditions making travel extremely dangerous. Our Police Dept. responded to over 35 calls during the storm, in addition to [...]

As I begin to write this review from 2016, I am saddened by the news of a member of the Menands community having passed away. Steve O’Connell dedicated so mucah of his time to our community, especially to our youth. He was a member of the Menands Cares community group, helped to build the concession stand at the park, was [...]

It is hard to believe that 2016 is almost over. It has been a busy and productive year. Following a great Summer, Fall activities began quickly. Menands has to be one of the most generous communities around with all the events that are held to recognize and help others! COMMUNITY The 2nd Annual FUEL FOR SCHOOL FOOD DRIVE was held [...]

The 2016 Summer Concert Series and Village Picnic were a huge success. Mother Nature was very generous with perfect weather for each event resulting in a great turnout for the season. A very special thank you goes to the MFC, DPW and MPD for their participation at the concerts, and also at the Village Picnic. Together with the Village Board, [...]

Congratulations to all of the 2016 graduates. Whether preschool, elementary school, high school or college we wish you all the best in your future endeavors. In continuing with sharing the achievements of Village residents, Mikayla Rossier is being recognized. Mikayla was a 2013 graduate of Menands School and will be entering her senior year at Shaker High School in the [...]