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The Town of Claverack, incorporated in 1788, sits in the middle of beautiful Columbia County, with easy access to Albany, Boston and New York City. There are just over 6000 residents spread out over almost 50 miles of the town, which makes us the second most populated township in the county. Included in the township of Claverack is the Village of Philmont, which has its own municipal structure (www.philmont.org) and was incorporated in 1892. We are proud of our rural, academic and industrial history and cherish the small town and rural atmosphere that is fundamental to our community.
Announcements and Public Notices
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Public Invitation
All residents of the Town of Claverack are invited to attend a Town Open House being held in honor of Katy Cashen’s Years of Town Board Service. This open house will be held on January 5, 2024 from 5 – 7 p.m. in the community room of the Claverack Free Library. The evening will recognize…
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Notice of Public Hearing – 12/14/23
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TOWN IS SEEKING VOLUNTEERS TO SERVE ON BOARD OF ASSESSMENT REVIEW
In September, 2023, the Town Board voted to expand the size of our Board of Assessment Review to five individuals. There are currently four openings on this committee. The BAR’s purpose is to guarantee taxpayers’ rights by hearing real property assessment complaints (grievances) and arriving at fair and impartial determinations regarding those complaints. Initial appointees…
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RE-LEVY OF UNPAID WATER BILLS
At the recommendation of Software Consulting Associates, Inc., the Town Board voted at the 10/12/23 board meeting to re-levy any amount still due on water bills as of 11/1/23. Payment will only be accepted through 10/31/23. After that date, all unpaid balances will be re-levied on January’s Town and County bills including penalty. The Board…
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Columbia County Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Plan Survey
Columbia County is creating a Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Plan and we want to make sure that we receive input from residents of Claverack. Fill out the short survey linked to below and tell us about what community assets and environmental impacts are important to you, what hazards you have experienced, and what is…
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Climate Smart April/May 2023 Newsletter
Claverack’s Climate Smart Newsletter for April/May 2023 is now available! Read it here. Here are a few highlights: · Don’t miss our Sustainable Gardens event on May 27! · Heat Pumps (to cool down) – plus the Countywide Heating, Cooling and Energy Efficiency Campaign · What does it mean to adapt to a changing climate? If you would like to…
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KISS Program Returning for 2023
On behalf of the founder of this invaluable program. Columbia County Clerk, Holly Tanner, and due to your continued participation 2022 ended on a high note with more shredding than ever before! Below are the dates still remaining for the 2023 program: November 27-December 8. Bins will be available on these dates at the Town…
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Addiction Support Resources