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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
Attention Town Seniors and Persons with Disabilities
An Executive Order has been signed by Governor Cuomo concerning property tax exemptions for low-income senior citizens and people with disabilities. The renewal requirement which would put vulnerable New Yorkers at risk of infection from COVID-19, has been lifted through 2021.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information
Persons 65 years and older may be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. To learn more click here to go on to the Columbia County Health Department website. Once you get on the website go to 1) Announcements 2) Learn more 3) Scroll to ” Available Clinic Registration”
Notice From the Town of Claverack Office
Please be advised as of Friday, December 11, 2020, the Town Office will only be accessible to the public by appointment only until further notice. This includes the clerks office, assessors office and building department. To make an appointment, please call the Town Office number at 518-672-7911 and follow the directory to find the extension…
Seasonal on-call wingmen needed
The Town of Claverack Highway Department is looking for seasonal on-call wingmen for the 2020-2021 winter season. If interested, please contact Highway Superintendent Louis LaMont by email at [email protected] or by phone at (518) 851-7533
Call for Volunteers for a Climate Smart Task Force for the Town of Claverack
Claverack has joined the NYS Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Program and is looking for volunteers to serve on a Climate Smart Task Force for Claverack. The NYS Climate Smart Communities (CSC) program is a state-wide effort, directed by the NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation to support communities to increase energy efficiency and the use of…
Note from the Claverack Town Board about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updated 6/19/2020
Dear Residents, Please be advised The Town Office will be open to the public starting July 6, 2020. Visitors will be required to have a COVID-19 screening assessment form filled out including having their temperatures taken. Walk-ins are permitted however appointments are preferred . Also at this time, the Town Park will remain open for…