Submitted by the Office of County Executive Steve McLaughlin
On Thursday, January 14, Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin gave an energetic and optimistic State of the County address to the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce, noting the County’s success in reducing taxes, supporting job creation and investment, modernization of County facilities and services, and protection of quality of life.
McLaughlin said Rensselaer County is being recognized across the State for effective fiscal policies that have lowered County property taxes by over 25 percent in the past five years, along with improving the scope of County facilities through the Reimagine Rensselaer plan.
The County is also nearing completion at the new Troy Senior Center, and is celebrating the opening of the new County Emergency Services Training Complex in North Greenbush.
Rensselaer County is also focusing on the extension of infrastructure to encourage growth and investment, as well as continuing to improve County roads and services provided by the Highway Department.
McLaughlin also discussed his recent diagnosis of prostate cancer and said he will be embarking on an aggressive treatment plan. The 59-year-old urged all residents to get checked out, as early detection for serious illness is key. After he beats the illness, McLaughlin said he looks forward to the work and the opportunities ahead.