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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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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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Addiction Support Resources
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Solarize Claverack
SOLARIZE CLAVERACK – You can save up to 10% on your electric bill and receive a signup bonus by enrolling in Solarize Claverack, also known as Columbia County Community Solar. The Claverack Town Board and the Claverack Climate Smart (CSC) Committee present this opportunity to residents and businesses to save money while supporting in-state solar…
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Why Does Claverack Have a Historian?
In 1919 New York became the only state to legislate the position of Public Historian. On April 11, 1919, Governor Al Smith signed, ” Historian’s Law”, 57.07, mandating the position. Public, or town historians as they are most frequently referred to, are appointed by the town governments of each municipality in the state. (read more)
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New Website Feature-Email Notification
The Town has added a new feature to this website. You now can receive email notifications of announcements and public notices when a new post is made. Sign up for this new feature on the right side of the homepage.
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Assistance for Homebound Seniors
If you are a Claverack resident who is over the age of 60 and homebound and need help in scheduling a COVID vaccination, shopping, or other assistance, please contact the Town Office at 518-672-7911 extension 100 or 104, and we will forward your name to the Columbia County Office for the Aging. The Office for…