ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The former McDonald’s property on South Pearl Street in Albany will soon serve a new purpose for the city. The Advance Albany County Alliance released a request for proposals on Friday for the property to become the home of a new bus terminal.
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The new terminal will serve regional bus carriers like Peter Pan, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, and others. Albany County Executive Dan McCoy said passengers can also expect enhanced amenities, a law enforcement presence, and improved connectivity.
South Pearl Street community members can also expect a convenience-type store that resembles stores in most airports and train stations. Albany County officials said they are pursuing a design-build model, which will help reduce delays, improve coordination, and control project costs.
County officials said the project is being incorporated into Governor Kathy Hochul’s Downtown Albany Strategy. As part of Hochul’s $200 million Championing Albany’s Potential Initiative, the strategy is a community-informed revitalization plan…