The Adirondack Trust Company is the largest independent community bank in Saratoga County, New York, USA.
Founded in 1901 by State Senator Edgar Brackett, it played a large role in transforming Saratoga Springs from a small "boom and bust" town into a thriving city. Through the years, it has become the highest rated bank in Saratoga County, both in CRA (Community Reinvestment Act) and in safety and soundness. The Adirondack Trust Company has been named one of the 100 safest banks in the country by Money magazine.
Adirondack Trust's 167 full-time employees own the company, which offers banking, loans and investment services. The bank's current president and CEO is Charles V. Wait.
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