Town Planning Board Meeting - Tuesday, May 21st
There will be a Town Planning Board meeting on Tuesday, May 21st at 7:30 p.m. in the Greco Senior Center (207 Market Street).
You can find the agenda for this meeting on the Planning Board agenda page.
For general information about the Planning Board, please visit the Planning Board page.
[Posted 5-10-2024]
Village and Town of Saugerties Water Departments Announce Hydrant Flushing Schedule
The Village Water Department in conjunction with the Town Water Department will begin to flush hydrants and blow-offs. This may result in discolored water.
Work will begin June 3, 2024, with most happening during evening hours. The following are the slated dates for this to occur:
- Monday, June 3rd through Friday, June 7th in the Village
- Monday, June 10th through Friday, June 14th in the Town
If any concerns arise, depending on your provider, please call the Village of Saugerties Water Dept at 845-246-8958 or the Town of Saugerties Water Department at 845-246-8671
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Mike Hopf – Village Water Superintendent
Mark Resso – Town Water Superintendent
[Posted 5-9-2024]
Saugerties American Legion Post 72 & VFW Post 5034 - Memorial Day Ceremony
[Posted 5-9-2024]
Saugerties Seniors Trip - Chatham, NY, Thursday, June 20th
West Side Story at Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY on Thursday, June 20th.
Often regarded as the greatest love story of all time, this Broadway musical is between a modern day Romeo and Juliet set in the New York street gangs.
Also included is a buffet luncheon at The Whitestone Restaurant in Ghent, NY.
Bus departs main entrance of Cantine Field at the flag at 10:45 am
Cost is $92 for members. Call Donna at 845-217-5559 for more information and non-member cost.
[Posted 5-8-2024]
A Reminder from Saugerties Parks and Recreation Superintendent Greg Chorvas
A friendly reminder to all Users of the Saugerties Dog Park.
The Saugerties Dog Park is a Carry-In, Carry-Out facility.
Upon exiting, any trash and/or other items that you may have brought in, please take with you. Please do not leave anything at the Dog Park and kindly make sure dog waste is placed in your carry-in bag and placed in the dog waste receptacle.
Unfortunately, in the recent past, there has been neglect on the part of an individual or individuals.
The Dog Park was completely cleaned up, along with all items being removed.
For the enjoyment of all, please be respectful of our facility, along with the many users of the facility.
Thank You!
[Posted 5-7-2024]
Town Assessor Announces Grievance Day - Tuesday, May 28th
A Board of Assessment Review Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024, between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the Senior Center, 207 Market Street in the Village of Saugerties.
For more details and forms, please visit the Assessor page.
[Posted 5-7-2024]
The Town Announces PayPal Payment Option for 2024 Summer Day Camp Fees
The Town is currently accepting payments from any parents who wish to have their children attend the half-day or full-day Saugerties Summer Day Camp (Recreation) program.
The discounted prices are in effect until Sunday, July 7th.
As of Monday, May 6th, we've added a PayPal option for payments, for your convenience.
For more information, visit the Summer Day Camp (Summer Recreation) Program page. There you will find a price list and the links for PayPal payments.
[Posted 5-6 2024]
Chamber Announces Public Preview of "Rockin' Around Saugerties" Hippie Bus Summer Art
Light fare will be provided, and there is a cash bar.
[Posted 5-5-2024]
Village Budget for 2024-2025 Available Online
[Posted 4-30-2024]
Early May Saugerties Dog Park Closures, For Improvements
[Posted 4-29-2024]
4th of July Planning Underway ... Want to be in the Parade? Let the Fire Department Know!
[Posted 4-27-2024]
Saugerties Fish and Game Club Annual Fishing Tournament
[Posted 4-26-2024]
A "Green & Clean" Thank You, from Supervisor Fred Costello and the Town Board
[Posted 4-23-2024]
Blood Drive - Centerville Cedar Grove Fire House - Monday, May 20th
[Posted 4-19-2024]
American Legion Scholarships - Deadline for Submitting Applications - Wednesday, May 15th
Each scholarship is for $500, and the scholarships are for graduating Saugerties High School Seniors.
[Posted 4-18-2024]
Small Business Owner, or Budding Entrepreneur? Consider attending the SBA's Virtual Summit
[Posted 4-18-2024]
Town of Saugerties Seeking Counselors and Activity Directors for Summer Youth Recreation Program
[Posted 3-28-2024]
Plant a Tree
[Posted 3-27-2024]
Thursday, May 9th Session - Prep for Natural or Man-Made Disasters (RSVP)
The event will take place at the City of Kingston Council Chambers - 420 Broadway Kingston, NY, 12401.
If you would like to attend, please fill out the RSVP form here - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KCC050924 or you can RSVP to Pavan Naidu (Director, Government & Community Relations, Westchester Medical Center). Pavan.Naidu@wmchealth.org
For more information (a larger version of the image on the left), please click here or on the image.
[Posted 3-27-2024]
New York State's Affordable Housing Connectivity Program
as many eligible properties as possible.
[Posted 3-25-2024]
Summer Recreation Program Pre-Registration Has Begun
The Saugerties Summer Youth Recreation Program will take place beginning Monday, July 8th and will run through Friday, August 16th. Both half-day and full day programs are available, Monday through Friday.
Pre-registration is now happening for this summer season, and forms are available on the Summer Recreation page, for downloading and filling out.
That page will soon have a PayPal button added, so you'll have the option of paying online. Stay tuned. Will be announced here and on the Saugerties Village Facebook page.
Take advantage of the pre-registration prices now, because if you wait until on-site registration takes place, prices will be higher.
[Posted 3-13-2024]
Support the American Legion and Maybe Win Yourself a Nice Gas Griddle
The Legion's Spring Raffle is for a Blackstone 35 inch, 4 burner Gas Griddle. The Drawing is June 6th at 7 p.m. You can buy tickets up until the June 11 drawing.
Tickets are $5 each, 3 for $10 or 7 for $20. Tax deductible. Local delivery only. Winner need not be present. Sponsored by PC Smith & Son, Inc. ACE Hardware.
Tickets available from:
- The American Legion (30 John Street, Saugerties)
- Smith Hardware (227 Main Street, Saugerties)
- The Flower Garden (3164 Route 9W, Saugerties)
- Quick Stop (Route 32 near the Kingston Ulster Airport). Gas station/deli that regularly announces their lottery winners.
Good luck!
[Posted 3-4-2024]
Free Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Training
Are you involved in a field dealing with mental health and suicide prevention and awareness. If so, please see the upcoming FREE training opportunities that a company named Guardian Revival is hosting. These sessions, some of which are on site (within an hour or so drive from Saugerties -- Carmel and Beacon) and some of which are virtual (Zoom) sessions, begin in March and run through December.
Typical attendees might be active and retired military and first responders, clinicians, or other mental health professionals/advocates serving the veteran & first responder populations.
The classes are titled "Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)", "Talk Saves Lives", and "Mental Health First Aid".
For more information, please visit this online PDF page, which has further course descriptions and includes useful links, QR codes and a contact email.
[Posted 1-21-2024]
Village Accepting Applications for Lifeguards - Full-Time and Part-Time
The Village of Saugerties Buildings, Parks and Grounds Department is seeking full time and part time lifeguards for the Village Beach and Lions Playground Wading (Kiddie) pool. The season runs from May 27th to Sept. 2nd, Monday – Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. $20.00 per hour.
Candidates for the Lifeguard position must have an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate and American Red Cross Basic Life Support CPR Certificate. Reimbursement for certification classes is available upon completion of the course. Visit this YMCA page for certification info.
Applications for employment are available at the Village of Saugerties municipal offices at 43 Partition Street or applications they can be downloaded here. Email completed applications to kbrown@villageofsaugerties.org or drop them off at 43 Partition Street, Saugerties, NY 12477.
[Posted 2-7-2024]
Army Corps Plans Dredging of Saugerties Harbor
According to the U.S. Army Corps Fact Sheet for Saugerties Harbor, maintenance dredging is planned for fiscal year 2024 in the tidal Esopus Creek.
A survey of the channel from last year shows areas less than the controlled depth of 12′ in the mouth of the creek near the lighthouse and within the inside bend of the creek on the north side along Lighthouse Drive.
Existing environmental restrictions require all in-water work to be completed between August 15th and October 31th.
More information about the dredging plans is available here.
[Posted 2-6-2024]
Household Carbon Footprint Calculator
The Saugerties Climate Smart Task Force is sharing a link with you. By clicking here or clicking the image on the left, you'll get to the Environmental Protection Agency's Household Carbon Footprint Calculator.
It covers 3 aspects of your footprint:
- Household
- Transportation
- Generated waste
And it provides tips for possibly improving whatever your score is today.
[Posted 2-2-2024]
Buy a Brick - Fundraiser for a Cantine Field Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Saugerties VFW Post 5034 is selling engraved bricks that will be part of the foundation for a planned Vietnam Veterans Memorial planned at Cantine Field.
If you are interested in possibly participating, please visit this page -- https://4everbricks.com/donors/post5034/ -- which will provide you with further information, including a layout of the Memorial and instructions on obtaining and filling out an order form for the brick(s).
[Posted 12-2023]
Community Chorus -- "Saugerties Sings" -- Continuing Practice Sessions in 2024 - Come Join Us!
The first gathering of "Saugerties Sings", a newly formed (and still forming), fun, community-wide chorus took place on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023. By all accounts, it was a big success, with 23 people in attendance.
Gerri Ryan, the founding member of the chorus, continued to run practices on Wednesdays, through December 20th, and after a holiday break, the practices will resume on Wednesday, January 17th at the Trinity Church Chapel (adjacent to the Church), 32 Church Street (Route 9W) until Wednesday, May 15th.
The group remains very much open to new voices joining in. The chorus is non-denominational, all levels of singing experience are welcomed and assistance will be available in learning the music. On-site parking is available.
For further information, contact Gerri Ryan at fiddlestitchtoday@gmail.com.
[Posted 1-8-2024]