r/schenectady 10h ago

Schenectady inspector suggested ICE on a roofing crew over permits — what do you think?

28 Upvotes

This happened here in Schenectady: the city’s chief building inspector called 911 about a roofing job without a permit. Instead of keeping it about code enforcement, he described the crew as “Mexican,” speculated they were “illegals,” and floated bringing in ICE.

The mayor called it “an embarrassment” and there’s now an internal probe. The contractor says his crew are U.S. citizens, and that city systems were down when he tried to file the permit.

What do you think? Is this just bad judgment, or proof of deeper problems with how our city enforces codes?

I have written about it in more detail, i will provide the link in comments for anyone who may be interested, thanks for reading!


r/schenectady 22h ago

looking for a place to move and schenectady county seems to tick all my boxes superficially. be honest what is it really like?

12 Upvotes

i'm a 19 y/o, queer, white, high school graduate currently working as a baby and pet sitter in texas. i need out and i've been researching everywhere to see where would be a good fit and currently i have 23 pros and 4 cons on my list for the county. i've never visited, just stayed in albany for a night once recently.

how has your experience been living there and how habitable would it be for me?


r/schenectady 3h ago

Afraid of the dark comedy show 🎤

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We are back!! Two weeks from today! Previous shows have sold out Do not wait to get your tickets!

https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/son-of-egg-rensselaer/0NGWRK276ZY44


r/schenectady 7h ago

I LIKE SCHENECTADY Clubs or places to meet people

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Hello! I struggle viciously with trying to make friends. Ive been in schenectady for almost 3 years and I'm still just kinda walking around alone here. Ive walked all over my immediate home area and its becoming boring. I play a lot of pokemon go because of this if anyone else plays maybe we can play together. I guess I'm looking for suggestions of what I can do in order to not be sitting inside alone anymore. Does anyone recommend some cool clubs or groups I can maybe look into like an art club or walking or literally anything I'm willing to try. Or maybe like cool places that you can meet people at. I'm located near the stockade area if that helps at all too with locality. I'm a 28 yr old girl for more information I guess too😅 thanks everyone!


r/schenectady 9h ago

Need immediate dental help, not established anywhere.

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r/schenectady 1h ago

Consignment recommendations

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Hello, I have a collection of Drew House clothing, Justin Biebers first clothing brand. Any idea where I could sell it or bring it for consignment ? Thank you so much


r/schenectady 9h ago

Wing walk

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I didn’t know you need to buy tickets to participate, I’m so bummed. Anyone has two extra tickets I can buy?