- American Locomotive Company and General Electric are utilizing a shared industrial hub located in Schenectady.
- American Locomotive Company built locomotives at its plant in Schenectady.
ALCO Tunnel Opens in Schenectady, Supporting Local Workforce Access
What happened
The ALCO Tunnel recently opened, connecting foot traffic from North Jay Street to Erie Boulevard in Schenectady. This tunnel was designed to provide safe passage for residents who commute to jobs on the west side of the tracks. The work is part of the $3.2 million Jay Street Connector project, which began in 2019.
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Why it matters
The tunnel highlights the ongoing employment at American Locomotive Company in Schenectady. The infrastructure project supports the local workforce that relies on the industrial area where American Locomotive Company and General Electric share a hub.
American Locomotive Company historically manufactured locomotives in Schenectady, sharing an industrial hub with General Electric.
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Who's involved
- American Locomotive CompanyCompany whose residents the tunnel serves and which maintains employment in Schenectady.
- General ElectricConglomerate that shares an industrial hub with American Locomotive Company in Schenectady.
- SchenectadyCity where the ALCO Tunnel is located and where American Locomotive Company operated.
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The entities involved
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American Locomotive Company
defunct locomotive manufacturer
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