The Albany County Land Bank is enhancing its approach to community engagement to meet its commitment to connect with and reach people in manners that are respectful and accessible to all. Executive Director Sean Maguire reiterated this commitment in describing a change that will end the Land Bank’s use of X, formerly known as Twitter, as a community engagement tool.
Sean Maguire, Executive Director of the Albany County Land Bank Corporation
“The Albany County Land Bank is deeply committed to fostering meaningful community engagement through comprehensive and inclusive outreach strategies. Our mission to revitalize neighborhoods and create opportunities for all residents requires authentic connection with the diverse communities we serve.
Moving forward, we will be ending our presence on Twitter as the platform no longer aligns with our organizational values. This decision reflects our commitment to communication channels that promote respectful dialogue, accurate information, and equitable access. While we can’t control comments people may make, we can control the platforms that we use to engage with people in a manner that matches our values.”
The Albany County Land Bank is committed to high-quality community engagement through:
Enhanced presence at neighborhood meetings and local events
Regular public forums for direct feedback and collaboration
Multilingual materials and outreach to ensure all community members can participate
Partnerships with trusted community organizations and leaders
Accessible digital platforms that prioritize inclusive design and respectful discourse
Regular newsletters and updates through multiple communication channels
Our commitment to transparent, responsive, and inclusive community engagement remains unwavering. We invite all community members to connect with us through our website, community events, and other social media platforms as we work together to build stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods.”
The Land Bank will continue to engage with the community through its website, newsletters, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.