Ravena, New York facts for kids
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Ravena
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The Friendship Community
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Location in Albany County and the state of New York.
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 Ravena
Location in New York
Ravena
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Albany |
| Town | Coeymans |
| Incorporated | 1914 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.47 sq mi (3.82 km2) |
| • Land | 1.47 sq mi (3.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,271 |
| • Density | 2,228.20/sq mi (860.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12143
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| FIPS code | 36-60675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0962229 |
| Website | http://www.villageofravena.com |
Ravena is a small village located in Albany County, New York, United States. It's found in the southeastern part of the town of Coeymans. In 2020, about 3,271 people lived in Ravena. This was a small increase from the 2010 census.
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History of Ravena
The village of Ravena became an official village, or incorporated, in 1914. Before this, it was known as "Coeymans Junction." The name was changed to "Ravena" to avoid confusion. There was another small community nearby called "Coeymans Landing."
In 1894, a post office opened in Coeymans Junction. It was given the name Ravena. It's not completely clear where the name "Ravena" came from. Some people think it's because the village is close to cliffs. These cliffs might have made people call the area "the ravine." Others believe the name came from a brand of flour called Raven.
A historic building, the Israel Shear House, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 2,093 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,963 | −6.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,810 | −7.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,006 | 10.8% | |
| 1960 | 2,410 | 20.1% | |
| 1970 | 2,797 | 16.1% | |
| 1980 | 3,091 | 10.5% | |
| 1990 | 3,547 | 14.8% | |
| 2000 | 3,369 | −5.0% | |
| 2010 | 3,268 | −3.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,271 | 0.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 3,369 people living in Ravena. These people lived in 1,380 households. About 892 of these households were families. The village had about 2,515 people per square mile.
Many types of people live in Ravena. Most residents were White. There were also African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people identified with two or more races. About 4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About one-third of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households were married couples. Some households were single parents or individuals living alone. The average household had about 2.4 people. The average family had about 3 people.
The population of Ravena includes people of all ages. About 25% were under 18 years old. Around 14% were 65 years or older. The average age in the village was 36 years old.
Schools and Learning
Ravena has several schools for its young residents. These include Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School and Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Middle School. There are also two elementary schools. Pieter B. Coeymans Elementary School is in the nearby Hamlet of Coeymans. A.W. Becker Elementary is in the hamlet of Selkirk.
The RCS Community Library is also in Ravena. It's located on Main Street. The library offers books and information for everyone. It also has computers, photocopy, and fax services. It serves the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School District.
Businesses and Jobs
Ravena's Cement Plant
Ravena is home to a large Holcim Cement Plant. This plant used to be called Atlantic Cement. It was bought by Holcim (formerly Lafarge) in the early 2000s.
In the past, the plant had high mercury emissions. Mercury is a metal that can be harmful. From 2004 to 2006, it was the biggest source of mercury emissions in New York. The company made plans to update the plant.
By 2016, Holcim completed a big upgrade. They spent $300 million on a new cement kiln. This new kiln uses less coal and releases fewer pollutants. It also reduces mercury emissions by 66%. The new plant also uses less water from the Hudson River. It gets most of its water from a nearby quarry.
Local News
The main newspaper for Ravena is The News-Herald. It is published every week. This newspaper also publishes important legal notices for the community.
Fun and Recreation
Mosher Park is the main outdoor area for fun in Ravena. It has many facilities for sports. You can find fields for baseball and football there. There are also places for swimming, tennis, and basketball. It's a great spot for picnics too.
The park was named after Dr. Mosher. He was a doctor in Ravena for many years. The pool and tennis courts at Mosher Park were built in the early 1970s.
Safety and Emergency Services
Law Enforcement
Police protection in Ravena is provided by the Coeymans Police Department. The Ravena Police Department used to exist. However, it joined with the Coeymans Police Department. This was done to make police services more efficient. Now, the Coeymans Police Department serves both the Village of Ravena and the Town of Coeymans.
Emergency Medical Services
The Ravena Rescue Squad provides emergency medical services (EMS). This means they help people who are sick or hurt. The squad used to be all volunteers. But now, they hire paid Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). There are always two EMTs on duty. The Rescue Squad operates from its station on Bruno Boulevard.
Fire Protection
Fire protection for Ravena comes from two volunteer fire departments. These are the Ravena Fire Department and the Coeymans Fire Department. Both departments are made up of volunteers.
Besides fighting fires, the Ravena Fire Department helps with other emergencies. They can rescue people from car crashes. They are also trained to handle some dangerous materials. Sometimes, they help with medical emergencies if the Rescue Squad is busy. When a fire alarm goes off at the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High/Middle School during school hours, several departments respond. These include Ravena, Coeymans, Coeymans Hollow, and Cornell Hook and Ladder.
See also
In Spanish: Ravena (Nueva York) para niños
