There are several local and state agencies operating within Schenectady County that are designed to assist current and potential business and service organization owners/operators with their unique economic development and assistance needs. The services provided cover all aspects of economic development, from assisting in development of business plans to providing funding for qualified applicants to finding suitable commercial properties for sale or lease.

Click on the menu items to the left to receive in-depth information about each agency and program, their respective Web sites (if available) and contact information.

Visit the following websites to learn more about various state and federal economic development agencies:

Governor’s Office of Regulatory Reform, www.gorr.state.ny.us/gorr
Department of Labor, Office of Employer Services, www.labor.state.ny.us
U.S. Small Business Administration, www.sba.gov
New York State Insurance Department, www.ins.state.ny.us