Ribbon Cutting for First New York’s New Rotterdam Branch
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Rotterdam, NY – First New York Federal Credit Union is excited to announce a ribbon cutting for its newly relocated Rotterdam branch at 3085 Carman Road.
The ribbon cutting will take place this Friday, September 26, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
The branch sits adjacent to the high-traffic Curry Road/Carman Road/Hamburg Street roundabout. The previous location, on Altamont Avenue, originally opened in August 2005.
“We look forward to shining a light on our newest location,” said Lucy Halstead, President and CEO. “The new Rotterdam location has been embraced by our members and the community. We’re proud to continue our service to Rotterdam.”
In line with First New York’s approach to branch design, the new space is a blend of expert personal service and leading-edge technology. Members receive personalized financial advice and education as well as conduct transactions, open accounts, and apply for loans. The branch also includes two interior Interactive Teller Machine (ITM) kiosks, a coin counting machine and a 24/7/365 drive-up ITM.
The new location is just 1.6 miles from the previous location on Altamont Avenue, allowing for continuity of service despite the move. Additionally, members accustomed to accessing services in the heart of Rotterdam have continued utilizing First New York’s drive-up ITM kiosk at the WellNow on Altamont Avenue. The ITM location is also only 1.6 miles from the new Carman Road location.
About First New York: First New York Federal Credit Union has been selected as the Best Credit Union three years running in the Daily Gazette’s Best of the Best People’s Choice Awards, and was recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Albany Times Union.
Founded in 1937, First New York is a full-service, not-for-profit financial cooperative that provides personal and business banking to consumers and businesses in the Capital Region. First New York offers complete financial services, including checking and savings accounts, auto and home loans, credit cards, online and mobile banking, business services, and commercial and investment services.
The Credit Union currently has over $500 million in assets. It serves over 38,000 members with full-service branches in Albany, Cobleskill, Glenville, Halfmoon, Niskayuna, North Greenbush, Rotterdam, and Saratoga, and scholastic branches in Schenectady, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake and Mohonasen High Schools. Members can access 5,600+ shared branch locations and 30,000+ fee-free ITM/ATMs nationwide.
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