Various Buildings - Annual Fire Pump Testing

Work Alert Notification

Dear Members of the UAlbany Community,

Dear Members of the UAlbany Community,
Please be advised of the following work occurring in all Uptown Residential Quads, Science Library, Liberty Terrace Apartments, Massry Center for Business, Campus Center, University Hall, ETEC & Great Dane Apartments (Midtown Campus).  This work is necessary to support the annual testing of building fire pumps. During this time work may result in water collecting in parking lots and on sidewalks.
Work is expected to begin on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM and is expected to be completed by Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this work, please contact the project manager, Steven Chotkowski, at [email protected]  or at 518-442-3393.
 


Campus: Campus Wide

Building(s): All Uptown Residential Quads, Science Library, Liberty Terrace Apartments, Massry Hall, Campus Center, University Hall, ETEC, & Great Dane Apartments.

Reason for Notification:

Annual Fire Pump Testing

Estimated Start:

Estimated End:

Critical Work Description or Scope:

Fire pumps will be operated to check flow and pressure to ensure operational reliability.

Potential Impacts on Surrounding Areas:

-    Water on walking paths
-    Water on vehicle roadways


For a listing of all current Project Work Alert Notifications and notable campus projects, please view our web page.

We thank you for your continued support and apologize for any inconvenience this work may cause as we continue to renovate and upgrade the University.