Town of Bethlehem Welcomes Planned Center for Disability Services Relocation to Vista

BETHLEHEM, NY (10/30/2026) (readMedia)-- The Town of Bethlehem welcomes the planned relocation of the Center for Disability Services to the former ShopRite building at 41 Vista in Slingerlands, following Governor Kathy Hochul's announcement of $6.5 million in state funding to support the project.

Center for Disability Services plans to convert the former grocery store into a new location for its Kevin G. Langan School, expanding its ability to serve students with disabilities. According to the Governor's announcement, the school expansion is expected to bring more than 50 additional students o? their waitlist. "I'm grateful to Governor Hochul for this investment and for helping bring new life and activity to the former ShopRite building at Vista in Bethlehem. The Center for Disability Services provides vital services that empower individuals with disabilities and support families throughout our region, and we look forward to welcoming them to our community. With significant employee and client activity expected at this location, the project creates an opportunity to strengthen activity in the area and build momentum for further investment within the Vista Park. We remain committed to Vista's long-term economic development potential and to attracting businesses that create jobs, strengthen our local economy, and benefit our community," said Town Supervisor David VanLuven.

The project represents an opportunity to return a substantial property to productive use while supporting an organization that serves individuals and families throughout the Capital Region. The Town will continue to work with the project team through applicable local review and approval processes.

Vista Tech Park remains an important part of the Town's long-term economic development e?orts. Bethlehem will continue working to attract technology, manufacturing, as well as other compatible commercial and employment-generating uses that contribute to the Town's economic vitality.