South End Improvement Corporation

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South End Improvement Corporation is a non-profit organization pursuing the improvement of housing and living conditions within Albany’s South End communities.

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518-436-8777

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Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30

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South End Improvement Corporation

38 Catherine Street, Albany, NY 12202.

South End Neighborhoods

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Click To View South End Neighborhoods:
Groesbeckville Historic District
Historic District Addresses
Historic Pastures District
Historic Mansion District
Delaware Avenue Neighborhood
Hudson/Park Neighborhood

South End/Groesbeckville Historic District

The South End/Groesbeckville Historic District is located within the South End neighborhood in Albany. It is one of thirteen historic districts recognized by the city. The district’s unique architecture is what deems it historic.

Many of the row houses in the Groesbeckville Historic District are classified as Federal architecture, dating back to the late 1780’s through the early 1880’s. This style of architecture became popular after the Revolutionary War, when American architects turned away from the colonial style and to the federal style.

This is a style of architecture that is distinctly American, symbolizing freedom from Britain. A lot of the row housing consists of painted brick, three or four story buildings. All of the roofs are flat, and the facades are very basic, but contain elaborate cornices. Also, many of the buildings still contain the original iron railings leading up the front steps.

Historic District Addresses:

Alexander Street: 1-69; 2-64; Bassett Street: School 1; 81-83; 48-76; Broad Street: 45-159; 40-190; Catherine Street: 1-81; 2-74; Clinton Street: 15-151; 34-154; Delaware Street: 1-39; 2-48; Elizabeth Street: All; Fourth Avenue: 105-153; Firehouse, Bath House, 100-152; Franklin Street: St. Ann’s/St. John’s Church and Center; 120-150; 159-169; Morton Avenue: 2-84 (even only); Osborne Street: 1-15 (odd only); Plum Street: 55-65; 52-56; Schuyler Street: 97-John Howe Library; 84-108; Second Avenue: 1-59; 2-58; South Pearl Street: 289-477; 298-338 Stephen Street: All; Teunis Street: All; Third Avenue: 1-69; 2-82;

Historic Pastures District

The Historic Pastures District is located in the South End of Albany, just East of South Pearl Street. This mixed-income neighborhood contains some of the oldest housing stock in the city, giving the area a unique sense of charm and authenticity.

To the right: A street-level view of the Pastures District.

To the left: the view looking down Westerlo Street from the Hudson River.

To the right: an abandoned church in the Pastures District portrays great potential in the architecture of the South End.

Historic Mansion District

The Mansion Neighborhood gets its name from the historic Queen Anne style Governor’s Executive Mansion, built in 1856. Tours of the complex are given weekly, for more information please visit the Executive Mansion’s website.

All of the buildings east of the Mansion are considered to make up the Mansion Neighborhood, and are deemed historic for their great architectural value. This South End historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

To the right: Brownstone Apartments on Eagle Street facing the Governor's Mansion.

For additional information, visit the Mansion Neighborhood website.

Above: Front view of the Governor's Mansion.

Delaware Avenue Neighborhood

The Delaware Avenue Neighborhood is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the city of Albany. The area boasts individuals from many different cultures, and the households range from the retired, to families, to college students.

It is a mixed-use neighborhood, with both commercial and residential zoning. There is much to do in this walking community, as it is home to the Spectrum movie theatre, along with a variety of restaurants, shops and churches. For a surprise treat, visit the Ultraviolet Cafe

Hudson/Park Neighborhood

The Hudson/Park neighborhood is located southwest of the Empire State Plaza just adjacent to Center Square. This up and coming neighborhood contains historic row houses, as well as a few restaurants and bars.

For additional information, visit the Hudson/Park Neighborhood Association website.

About SEIC

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The South End Improvement Corporation was formed in 1978 through the efforts of community activist, Elfrieda Textores, her neighbors and members of the South End Concerned Citizens, to:
Access federal funds for housing rehabilitation and
public improvements available through the Community Development Block Grant Program,
Focus the City of Albany’s attention on the needs of the South End,
And give the people of the South End a voice and a place at the table in decision making affecting their neighborhood.
SEIC’s formation arose from a collaboration with other community groups such as United Tenants of Albany and the Coalition of Neighborhood Associations.
In its many years of operation, the South End Improvement Corporation has been able to leverage small donations and grants to make a positive difference in the lives of the people of the South End through its various grant programs and activities. SEIC continues to be a grassroots not-for-profit advocacy group dedicated to housing and socioeconomic equity.
The mission of the South End Improvement Corporation is to improve housing conditions and the quality of life in the South End of the City of Albany, thereby preserving the residential character of its unique neighborhoods and encouraging city living.
SEIC carries out its mission by administering housing rehabilitation assistance programs primarily in the South End, engaging in neighborhood and citywide planning efforts, and partnering with housing and other organizations to meet the peoples needs.
It is a go-to organization with many grant programs that offer assistance to those most in need, such as the elderly, disabled, and low income homeowners and tenants of its community. As a result of its work, people are able to stay in their homes, live more comfortably, save money through energy improvements, and add value to their properties. These programs therefore contribute to the stabilization of the surrounding neighborhood, and ultimately its revitalization.

The South End is bounded by:
On the East by the Hudson River and the Port of Albany
On the North by Madison Avenue
On the West by Delaware Avenue, then Mc Alpine St. to Southern Blvd.
On the South by the City Line (Norman Kill) to the Hudson River
A map can be viewed here
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Additional Information about SEIC:
-By-Laws
-Mission Statement
-Capital South Plan: SEGway to the Future
View of the Empire State Plaza as seen from Morton Avenue in the South End of Albany, overlooking Lincoln Park.

Mission Statement

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The mission of the South End Improvement Corporation (SEIC) is to improve housing conditions and the quality of life in the South End of the City of Albany.

Thereby preserving the residential character of its unique, historic neighborhoods and encouraging city living.
(View a compilation poster)

View along Clinton St., looking towards
Alexander St., in Albany's South End.

Map of the South End

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The South End is bounded by:
On the East by the Hudson River and the Port of Albany
On the North by Madison Avenue
On the West by Delaware Avenue, then Mc Alpine St. to Southern Blvd.
On the South by the City Line (Norman Kill) to the Hudson River

Historic Schuyler Mansion

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South End Improvement Corporation is situated on the historic Schuyler Mansion complex. The Georgian style mansion dates back to 1761, designed by architect John Gaborial for Revolutionary War General Philip J. Schuyler. Today, visitors are welcome to take a tour of the Schuyler Mansion historic site. You can visit the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation’s website for additional information at

NYSParks.

Photo Galleries

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A Compilation of images showing Past SEIC Projects
by: JanZaitor Mayberry
RESTORE Gallery
HARP Gallery

Who We Are

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Executive Director: Sandra Obiedo

Program Coordinator, Property Manager: Yolanda Mott

Gray-Schuyler Historic Home:

The Gray-Schuyler home was originally built in 1840 for Alexander Gray, an Albany stone merchant. It was later enlarged in 1857, when purchased by Captain Samuel Schuyler, who had the Belvedere erected in 1863. Schuyler was the owner of the Schuyler Tugboat Line.

Gray-Schuyler Historic Home: Located at the corner of Trinity Place and Ash Grove Place in the Mansion Neighborhood.

Historic Cherry Hill

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Located in the South End of Albany, Historic Cherry Hill is open for tours. The mansion, which once belonged to the famous Van Rensselaer family, now marks the site of the last public hanging in the City of Albany. For more information, please visit their website at Historic Cherry Hill.

Board of Directors

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Morris J. Morton Jr., Board President
Genevieve Walters, Board Vice President
Stephen Winters, Board Treasurer
Joyce Brown
Nellie Morton
Carmela Triolo
Thomas J. Copeland Jr.
Daniel W. Van Riper

Attention Board of Directors:

The next Board meeting will be held on February 2, 2012, at 6pm. Kindly e-mail any questions you want answered or discussed at this meeting to: [seic2@verizon.net], prior to the meeting's scheduled date.

Contributors

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Bennett Contracting, Inc. (2007)

Metro Plumbing & Heating, Inc. (2007)

Daniel W. Van Riper (2007)

F & F Homeworks (2007)

Paul Scarincio (2007)

Saccocio's Property Services, Inc. (2007)

Citizens Bank (2008)

Greater Capital Association of Realtors (2008)

J. M. McDonald Foundation Inc. (2008)

M & T Bank Foundation (2008)

Oce North America Document Printing Systems (2009)

George R. Kaminski, CPA (2008,2009)

Price Chopper's Golub Foundation (2009)

Metro Mattress Corporation (2010)

The Galban Family (2010)

JanZaitor Mayberry (2010)

Susan Spang (2010)

Marjorie Elitzer (2010)

Wells Fargo Foundation (2010)

By-Laws

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By-Laws of South End Improvement Corporation

Article I Name

The name of the Corporation is South End Improvement Corporation (hereinafter referred to as the Corporation).

Article II Purpose & Objectives
Section 1. Purpose.
The Corporation shall be a not-for-profit organization formed for the following civic purposes:

a.) To sponsor and encourage educational and informational activities, particularly those which are designed to educate the public on a non-discriminatory basis with respect to the rehabilitation of housing, including but not limited to:

i. The fostering of greater appreciation of the architectural and historical significance of the existing housing in the South End Environs area of Albany, New York;

ii. Methods and techniques of rehabilitation;

iii. The availability and securing of financial assistance.

b.) To aid and assist in the development of projects, research and other activities in cooperation with Federal, State and local governmental agencies, civic and community organizations, banking institutions, insurance companies and other lenders both public and private for elimination of slums, blight, and blighting influences.

c.) To aid, assist, and foster the planning and replanning development, renewal, redevelopment and improvement of housing conditions principally in the South End Environs area in the City of Albany, County of Albany, State of New York, thereby encouraging city living and the residential character of the area.

d.) To provide information and other aid in the repair, rehabilitation and restoration of existing, endangered, dilapidated and/or sub-standard dwelling units.

e.) In furtherance of these purposes, this Corporation shall have all the powers enumerated in Section 202 of the Not for Profit Corporation Law of the State of New York.

Section 2. Objectives.
The Corporation shall pursue its purposes as stated herein principally in an area bounded by:

On the East by the Hudson River and the Port of Albany
On the North by Madison Avenue
On the West by Delaware Avenue, then Mc Alpine St. to Southern Blvd.
On the South by the City Line (Norman Kill) to the Hudson River

Article III Officers
Section 1. Titles.
The officers of the Corporation shall consist of a President, Vice President, a Secretary and a Treasurer.

Section 2. Duties of Officers.

a.) President

The President shall preside at all meetings of the Corporation and of the Board of Directors; the President with the Treasurer, may sign and execute, in the name of the Corporation, deeds, contracts and other instruments authorized by the Board of Directors except in cases where the signing and execution shall be expressly delegated by the Board of Directors to some other officer or agent of the Corporation.

b.) Vice President

The Vice President shall in case of the absence or inability to act of the President possess all his or her powers.

c.) Secretary

The Secretary shall cause to be kept a proper record of all meetings of the Board of Directors, shall keep all records of attendance at meetings, see that books, reports, statements, certificates and all other documents and records required by law are properly kept and filed and in general perform all the duties incident to the office of Secretary and such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the Board of Directors of the President, and in addition the Secretary shall be custodian of the seal of the Corporation and see that it be affixed to documents the execution of which on behalf of the Corporation under its seal is duly authorized in accordance with these By-laws, and shall attest to the validity of such seal and of copies of any corporate documents.

d.) Treasurer

The Treasurer shall manage the funds and the securities of the Corporation and the deposit of such funds in the name of the Corporation in such banks or other depositories as shall be designated by the Board of Directors, render a financial report at the meetings of the Board of Directors and such other times as shall be requested by the Board of Directors and in general perform all the duties incident to the office of the Treasurer and such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the Board of Directors, or the President, and shall, with the President sign and execute, in the name of the Corporation, deeds, contracts or other instruments authorized by the Board of Directors except in cases where the signing and execution shall be expressly delegated by the Board of Directors to some other officer or agent of the Corporation.

Section 3. Election and Tenure.
All officers shall be elected at the first meeting of the Board of Directors after the commencement of the Fiscal Year by a majority vote. Elections shall be by secret ballot except upon unanimous consent of the Board Members present at such meeting. Each officer shall be elected for a one year term and shall assume office immediately upon election except that each officer shall continue in office until his or her, as the case may be, successor is elected.

Section 4. Eligibility.
Only a member of the Board of Directors shall be eligible to be elected as an officer of the Corporation.

Section 5. Resignation.
Any officer may resign at any time by presenting a written notice of resignation at any regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors. Such resignation shall take effect upon receipt unless otherwise specified therein.

Section 6. Vacancies.
If a position of officer shall become vacant during the year, in the absence of any other provision such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of the remaining members of the Board of Directors. Persons so elected shall serve until their successors are elected at the next general election of officers.

Article IV Board of Directors
Section 1.
The Board of Directors shall be charged with the direction and management of the Corporation.

Section 2.
The Board of Directors shall consist of not less than seven (7) members nor more than fifteen (15) members. The majority of such members shall legally reside within the area described in Article II, Section 2.

Section 3.
Not less than 60 per cent of the members of the Board of Directors shall reside within the area described in Article II, Section 2. The remainder of the Board shall be composed of persons concerned with the purposes of this Corporation who reside outside of the area described above.

Section 4.
The directors shall be divided into two (2) classes, herby designated classes 1 and 2 respectively. There shall be a minimum of three (3) elected directors in each class. The initial directors and their respective classes shall be:

Class 1

Class 2

The term of office of the initial class 1 directors shall expire at the next annual meeting of members, the term of office of the initial class 2 directors shall expire at the second succeeding annual meetings of members. The initial Board of Directors has been designated herein and thereafter the directors shall be elected by a majority vote at the annual meeting of members or at any meeting held in line thereof. After such initial classification, directors elected to replace those whose terms expire at each annual meeting shall be elected to hold office for a full two (2) year term and until their successors are elected and have qualified.

Section 5.
If the number of elected directors is changed, any newly created directorships or any decrease in directorships shall be apportioned among the classes as equally as possible.

Section 6.
Meetings. The Board of Directors shall meet at the call of the President or upon the request in writing to the Secretary by at least two members of the Board of Directors. In any case, however, not more than thirty days nor less than five days prior notice of the time and place of such meetings shall be given by the Secretary to each director.

Section 7.
Quorum. The presence of more than one-half of the members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum.

Section 8.
Removal and Recall of Board Members. A Director of the Corporation may be removed for cause at any time by the affirmative vote of a majority of the entire Board, provided that there shall have been included in the notice of such meetings notice of the intention to remove such Director. The absence of any Director from any three consecutive meetings shall constitute cause for removal.

Section 9.
Resignation. Any Director may resign at any time by giving written notice to the Board at any meeting thereof. Such resignation shall take effect upon receipt unless otherwise specified therein.

Section 10. Vacancy. A vacancy on the Board of Directors shall be filled in the same manner as the original selection of that Director as set forth in Article IV, Section 1 hereof.

Section 11.
Tenure. The tenure of each Director shall be one year and each Director shall assume office immediately upon election and shall continue to serve until her or his successor is qualified.

Article V Committees
The Board of Directors shall appoint such committees as it deems appropriate in furtherance of the purposes and objectives of the Corporation. Such committees shall exist at the pleasure of the Board of Directors.

Article VI Fiscal Year
The fiscal year shall commence June 1st of each year.

Article VII Amendment
Amendment of these By-laws may be made at any meeting of the Corporation provided that notice of the proposed amendment shall have been included in the call for the meeting. An affirmative vote of two-thirds of those members of the Board present shall be required to amend.

Article VIII Seal
The seal of the Corporation shall consist of a flat faced circular die with the following words cut or engraved around the perimeter “South End Improvement Corporation, Albany, New York” and the words “Incorporated 1978” in the center thereof.

Article IX Lmittations
No part of the net earnings of the Corporation, if any, shall inure to the benefit of any Director. No substantial part of the activities of the Corporation shall involve attempts to influence legislation by propaganda or otherwise and the Corporation shall not participate in any way in political campaigns on behalf of any candidate for public office.

Article X Dissolution

In the event of the dissolution of the Corporation, the residual assets will be turned over to an organization which is itself exempt under Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code and whose goals are compatible with those of the South End Improvement Corporation. None of the assets shall be distributed to the benefit of any private individual.

Our Grants

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Links To Our Housing Grant Programs:
Security Home Improvement Program (SHIP)
The RESTORE Program
Home LPA Programs
HARP I
HARP II

Security Home Improvement Program (SHIP)

This program allows up to $1,000 in grant assistance to modest means homeowners for emergency repairs to their owner occupied homes. Income guidelines are determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the State of New York and City of Albany.

South End Improvement Corporation (SEIC) serves folks at 80% of area median income or less for this program. Preference is given to the elderly and disabled. Types of repairs include, but are not limited to, plumbing, furnace, electrical, roof, doors, windows, steps and porches.

Renters are eligible for security items only.

The RESTORE Program

This program provides senior citizens city-wide with up to $7,500 in grant assistance for emergency repairs to their homes. Types of repairs include, but are not limited to, safety and health hazards, such as furnace, roof, electrical, water, and sewage repairs, as well as accessibility repairs such as stairs, porches, doors and windows.

Eligible candidates must be 60 years of age or older, reside in their own homes, and meet the HUD income guidelines for Albany, which is 80% of area median income. Click on the below photo for more pictures of this project.

For additional before and after photos of RESTORE projects, please visit the RESTORE Gallery.

Home LPA Programs

HARP I

Time: October 1, 2007 to September 30, 2010.

Under HARP I, the objective is to rehabilitate at least thirteen (13) units within the time referenced above. This program provides moderate to substantial housing rehabilitation assistance to homeowners in the South End of Albany.

SEIC, in collaboration with Albany Community Development Agency (ACDA), completed the rehabilitation of eleven units (11) with two (2) units currently in the final stages of construction. The homes completed were brought up to code and made Housing Quality Standard (HQS) and lead safe. As a result, they are more energy efficient and accessible to the owner.

The grant awarded is a deferred loan, secured by a mortgage lien placed on the property. The loan is forgivable provided the owner resides in the home for the regulatory period of 10 to 15 years depending upon the grant amount, which is in the note and mortgage the owner is required to sign.

For every year the homeowner remains in the house, a fraction of the loan is forgiven. After the regulatory period expires, the loan is completely forgiven. The homeowner must meet HUD income guidelines, which is 40-60% of median income for Albany.

In addition to income eligibility, each participant is required to attend one (1) workshop provided by the Affordable Housing Partnership (AHP) prior to receiving the grant assistance. The workshops suggested are “Maintaining Your Home,” and “How to Hire a Contractor."

HARP II

Time: October 1, 2009 to September 30, 2013

Like HARP I, moderate to substantial rehabilitation will be provided to homes in the South End of Albany. SEIC in collaboration with ACDA will rehabilitate at least fourteen units (14) under HARP II, which has guidelines that are similar to those used for HARP I.

The homeowner must be income eligible and reside in the home the duration of the regulatory period. The income guidelines for this grant are set to assist folks earning at or less than 50% of area median income.

For photos of past HARP projects, please visit the HARP Gallery.

Capital South Plan: SEGway to the Future

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The Capital South Plan is a revitalization plan for the city of Albany’s South End created in July of 2007. The plan has a time-line of ten years, dispersed along three main steps. The plan focuses on the core of the South End: a triangle bounded by Morton Avenue and Lincoln Square on the north, and South Pearl Street on the east.

This area is connected by the hypotenuse formed by Third Avenue and is the primary focus of this Plan. As a member of the South End Action Committee, and the AIA 150 Committee, South End Improvement Corporation has been heavily involved with the Capital South Plan.

At the beginning of this planning effort, it was the only community in the South End without an active neighborhood association;
The area is located in the heart of the South End, surrounded by many important community assets such as Lincoln Square, Griffen Memorial Elementary School, several civic buildings, the historic Schuyler Mansion, and numerous churches;
Planners recognized that the revitalization of the South End must start at a small scale where immediate efforts could be recognized.

The three steps toward revitalization; Stabilize, Energize, and Grow, are reflected in the acronym SEG found in the plan’s subtitle “SEGway to the Future.”

Stabilize:

The main goal of stabilizing the neighborhood involves providing a foundation for market renewal. This step involves attempts to reduce crime, and increase home-ownership. It also addresses the need for employment for many of the lower-skilled members of the community.

These key elements should help increase property values, and perhaps more importantly, provide residents with a reason to stay in the South End. Furthermore, it will help to attract new members to the community. These initiatives to stabilize the neighborhood are to be achieved within the first two years of the plan.

Energize:

The second stage of the plan is to energize the neighborhood, while ensuring resident participation and equity in market renewal. Attracting new investment and making the area a “community of choice” are actions that will be taken to energize the area. This includes housing development and revitalization, rebuilding or replacing aged public housing, and building a community center.

The Capital South Plan furthermore wishes to promote education and workforce development, better access to employment centers, and more quality of life improvements such as planning for a community center, upgrading parks, and improving the neighborhood’s overall image and desirability. This stage is targeted to be implemented during the first five years of the plan.

Grow: The final stage of the Capital South Plan is to grow the neighborhood. This will benefit the future residents of the neighborhood, and incorporate the community’s growth within the entire South End and the city of Albany as a whole.

This involves the long-term goals of the plan, such as fully redeveloping Lincoln Square as either an educational campus or a mixed-income housing development, continuing block-by-block improvements, and creating commercial development along South Pearl Street.

This plan will also create the South End Guild, a redeveloped mixed-use DMV site with a grocery store, a new civic space called the Capital South Square, and the SEGway (also known as the South End Greenway).

The SEGway is a continuous, safe, and transit-friendly green-space connection between the Capital South communities, downtown, University Heights, the port, the Hudson River, and the greater region. The time-line for these goals are between years four and ten years, overlapping with the energize phase.

The full plan can be viewed at the following website:
http://www.albanyny.org/Government/Departments/DevelopmentPlanning/NeighborhoodPlanning/CapitalSouth.aspx

HARP Gallery

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HARP Program 2007-2009

Click To View Completed Projects:
4th Avenue
Clinton Street
Slingereland Street
2nd Avenue
Bertha Street

4th Avenue:

A home on 4th Avenue in the South End of Albany was completely rehabbed through the South End Improvement Corporation's HARP Grant Program.

More to come.

before

after

Clinton Street:

A home on Clinton Street in the South End was completely rehabbed through SEIC's HARP Grant Program. More to come.

before

after

Slingerland Street:

HARP funds aided in the complete rehabilitation of a home on Slingerland Street in the South End. In collaboration with Albany Community Development Agency (ACDA), SEIC was able to help the homeowner with major electrical upgrades, lead abatement put-back costs, complete front porch replacement and window treatment.

after

2nd Avenue: SEIC was able to help a homeowner on 2nd Avenue with major repairs to their home, including a complete roof replacement, new front porch, and bathroom upgrade.

before

after

Bertha Street:

Again in collaboration with ADCA, SEIC was able to fund the costs of lead abatement put-back. Repairs to doorways, windows, and stairs were made, along with a kitchen upgrade, new hot water boiler and a roof replacement.

after

RESTORE Gallery

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Click To View Completed RESTORE Projects:
Ten Eyck Avenue
Hurlbut Avenue
Mountain Street
Magnolia Terrace
Avenue B
Second Ave
Connell Street
Alexander Street
Leedale Street
Clinton Street
Mount Hope Drive

Previous RESTORE Projects

Ten Eyck Avenue:

SEIC assisted a senior homeowner residing on Ten Eyck Avenue with a roof replacement in the spring of 2009. The roof leaked badly causing damage to the ceilings in the upstairs bedrooms.

Roof before and after photos:

Hurlbut Avenue:

In spring of 2009, a senior homeowner came to SEIC for RESTORE assistance. The homeowner's front steps were in atrocious condition making it extremely hazardous and unsafe for anyone to use. The steps were replaced immediately.

Steps before and after:

Mountain Street:

A senior homeowner in the South End of Albany came to SEIC in the winter of 2008-2009 with a heating problem. The boiler was not working and oil was leaking out of the tank causing a potential health hazard to the homeowner. Through RESTORE, SEIC was able to remove the old boiler and oil tank, and install a brand new natural gas heating system.

Heating system before and after photos:

Magnolia Terrace:A deteriorating roof had resulted in the infestation of birds in the attic story of a South End resident's home. The resulting destruction of property and health concerns caused the resident to contact South End Improvement Corporation (SEIC) for help. Using RESTORE grant funds in December of 2007, the roof was able to be repaired. The birds and their nesting were removed, and both the roof and the attic were reconstructed and freshly painted.

Roof before & after:

Avenue B:

Much work was needed at a resident's home on Avenue B in the South End of Albany. SEIC assisted the homeowner in May of 2008 with a roof repair, 7 window sill replacements, and door, railing, and stair rehabs. Contractors also added a ramp to the front door entrance.

Window sill replacement before & after:

Porch railing before & after:

Addition of the ramp:

Second Ave:

In January of 2008, SEIC assisted a homeowner on Second Ave in the South End of Albany with a furnace replacement. Since there was no heat at all in the home, RESTORE emergency repair money was used to install a new gas fired hot water boiler system in the basement.

Boiler replacement before & after:

O’Connell Street:

A leaking roof located at an O’Connell Street home resulted in the homeowner reaching out to SEIC’s RESTORE program. In March of 2008, funds were used to replace the roof, fixing the problem.

Before, during and after:

Alexander Street:

In January of 2008, RESTORE helped fund an elderly South End resident with various home repairs. Ceilings and floors were replaced in both the living room and dining room. Old, rotting basement stairs that were extremely dangerous to use were replaced with new, solid ones. As a necessity, a bathroom was even installed on the first floor for the elderly homeowner.

Ceiling before & after:

Basement stairs before & after:

Kitchen floor before & after:

Installation of new bathroom:

Leedale Street:

SEIC’s RESTORE grant was able to help out a Leedale Street resident with a basement repair in December 2007. The basement floor was wet, causing mold to grow. Since mold can be extremely dangerous to the residents’ health, the issue was addressed immediately. The floor was repaired, the mold was removed, and new concrete was poured.

Basement floor before & after:

Clinton Street:

Eleven windows were replaced in a Clinton Street home using RESTORE funds in December of 2007. Some windows were weathered, supported by rotting wood, missing glass and/or locks. Cold air and rain were coming in, ruining the interior of the home.

Window before & after:

Mount Hope Drive:

A new roof was installed on a South End resident's home in December of 2007. The old, rotting roof was torn off and replaced with a brand new one, complete with Timberline shingles that are guaranteed to last 30 years.

Roof before, during & after:

*Click on any image to view it full-size (Depending on your Browser).

CDTA Bus Pass Contract

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Travel Demand Management
Homeowner’s Incentive

Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) has requested assistance from the South End Improvement Corporation (SEIC) for implementing a Homeowner’s Incentive component of the region’s Transportation Demand Management Program (TDM). This project will have a three year term, with an option for an additional two years.

SEIC will provide assistance to new homeowners in the South End of the City of Albany, defined as Delaware Avenue on the western border, the Port of Albany on the eastern border, Madison Avenue to the north, and Mount Hope Drive/Route 9W to the south.

The South End is recognized by the City as a transit supportive neighborhood on the basis of available transit service, pedestrian accommodations, limited parking or limited car ownership, and the presence of transit dependant populations.

Therefore, CDTA is willing to use available TDM money to provide qualified homeowners with two bus passes per household, per month, for 24 months as part of the TDM Homeowner’s Incentive Program. This program includes the requirement that new homeowners occupy the premises for at least 24 months after the purchase of their home.

This contract expires on December 4, 2010. For more information on the Bus Pass Contract please contact Mila Vega with CDTA at (518) 437-8300.

Current News

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Attention Board of Directors:

The next Board meeting will be held on March 2, 2012, at 6pm.

Kindly e-mail any questions you want answered or discussed at this meeting to: [seic2@verizon.net], prior to the meeting's scheduled date.

The Board of Directors of the South End Improvement Corporation are scheduled to meet on the first Friday of every month, at 6:00pm, at 38 Catherine Street, Albany, New York. The Board will be notified in advance of any changes.

The pictures displayed below are part of the new construction and rehabilitation, currently taking place in Albany's South End.

Capital South Properties:
Morton's Walk on Alexander St.
Jared Holt Mews
35 - 39 Catherine Street
Eagle Court Apartments
John A. Howe Library
Also see:
Albany Housing Authority's Site

"Morton's Walk" on Alexander St.

Groundbreaking Celebration - June 8, 2011

Join us Wednesday, June 8th at 11am for our ceremonial groundbreaking on Alexander Street (Between Clinton & Elizabeth Sts). We will be unveiling our sponsors for the first 6 houses!

We are celebrating with music, food, and a host of key figures talking about the importance of this ambitious project. Fill out the form below if you plan on attending!

RSVP Online at:
[http://www.capitaldistricthabitat.org/events]

Capital District - Habitat for Humanity
454 North Pearl St.
Albany, NY 12204
Call: 518-462-2993 [M-F 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM]
E-mail: [info@capitaldistricthabitat.org]
Web Site: [http://www.capitaldistricthabitat.org/]

RESTORE Program Is Back: 2010 - 2011

Home Repair Assistance for Senior Citizens!

The RESTORE program offers up to $7,500 in grant assistance for emergency repairs to senior citizens’ owner-occupied homes in Albany.

Accessibility Issues
Safety Concerns
Health Hazard

- Preference is given to homeowners in the South End -

Some restrictions may apply. Contact SEIC for details, Call Us Today! (518) 436-8777 Or visit us on the web: www.seicalbany.net

Jared Holt Mews 111 Broad Street Albany, NY 12202 518-445-0739

Eagle Court Apartments

102 Morton Ave,

Albany, NY 12202

Phone: (518) 445-0739

View Model Apartments

Capital South Properties 35 Catherine St Albany, NY 12202 Architect-designed single-family houses and 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments are now available. Amenities include gas-fired heat for cozy winters and central air conditioning for those hot August days and nights. Wall to wall carpet, instant hot water, dishwashers, tile baths, and ample storage combine to create a comfortable and attractive living environment for modern families.

The newly renovated John A. Howe branch of the Albany Public Library located at 105 Schulyer Street in the South End of Albany, New York is open!
View: Library's Front Exterior Google Maps

(Interior Views)

Historic Public Bath House #2

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Bath House No. 2 represents the only remaining bath house in the City of Albany. Public bath houses were built as a response to the demands of the population and hygiene practices of the time. Bath House No. 2 is owned and operated by the City of Albany.

In the past week, the decision was made to close the Bath House for budgetary purposes. The building already has a long list of repairs needed that if left unattended, will contribute to deterioration and a less likely chance of rehabilitation.
*Eligible for Federal and New York State Rehabilitation Tax Credits!

The Bath House is located at 90, 4th Avenue, at the corner of South Pearl Street in the South End of Albany. There is an indoor pool that is open year round, as well as an after-school Learn to Swim Program.

Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7am - 8pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 7am – 4:30pm
Saturday: 8am – 2pm

Phone: (518) 434-2656

Contact Information

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Address: 38 Catherine Street, Albany, NY 12202

Phone: (518) 436-8777

Fax: (518) 436-7656

Email: seic@verizon.net

Row Housing on Morton Avenue, in the South End of Albany.

Links

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Government:
Albany Community Development Agency
Division of Housing & Community Renewal
City of Albany
State of New York
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development

Historic:
The South End/Groesbeckville Historic District
History of Albany, NY
Bureau of Historic Sites
The Historic Preservation Field Services Bureau
Albany Trolley Tours
Cherry Hill
Governor’s Mansion
Historic Albany Foundation
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Preservation League of New York State
Schuyler Mansion

Neighborhood Associations:
Delaware Neighborhood Association
Hudson/Park Neighborhood Association
Mansion Neighborhood Association
South End Neighborhood Association

Non-Profit:
Affordable Housing Partnership
Habitat for Humanity
United Tenants of Albany

Other:
The Radix Ecological Sustainability Center
Greater Capital Association of Realtors (GCAR)
Linda Conley Photography Albany Civic Theater
Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA)

Exploring the South End

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Please use these links to further explore the South End:

South End Neighborhoods

Historic Schuyler Mansion

Historic Cherry Hill

Historic Public Bath #2

Affordable Rental Units

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South End Improvement Corporation (SEIC) owns 5 affordable rental units:

- Four 2 bedroom apartments

- One 3 bedroom apartment

These units are located at 2 different locations, within the South End of Albany; at 46 Elizabeth St, and the other one at 56 Third Ave.

Third floor unit:: - 2 Bedroom plus alcove, $700 per month; - newly renovated; - 1 ^1/2 months of security deposit,; - credit check,; - no pets,; - no DSS,; - Section 8 accepted.
First floor unit:: - 2 Bedroom, $600 per month; - 1 ^1/2 months of security deposit,; - credit check,; - no pets,; - no DSS,; - Section 8 accepted.

South End Improvement Corporation

Welcome To Our Site!

South End Neighborhoods

About SEIC

Mission Statement

Map of the South End

Historic Schuyler Mansion

Photo Galleries

Who We Are

Historic Cherry Hill

Board of Directors

Contributors

By-Laws

Our Grants

Capital South Plan: SEGway to the Future

HARP Gallery

HARP Program 2007-2009

4th Avenue:

RESTORE Gallery

CDTA Bus Pass Contract

Travel Demand Management Homeowner’s Incentive

Current News

Historic Public Bath House #2

Contact Information

Links

Exploring the South End

Affordable Rental Units

Travel Demand Management
Homeowner’s Incentive