Town of Stuyvesant

10/10/2026

Members of the Thomas family met at the Town Hall today to loan the beautiful quilt hanging behind them to the Town for display.

The quilt was made circa 1851 by families in Stuyvesant. The family names listed on the quilt include Bailey, Budd, Bullis, Carroll, Davis, Dennis, Holmes, Leonard, McAlister, Palmer, Pierson, Pitney, Robert’s, Ryder, Tenyck, Thomas, Van Slye, Wilbur, and Williams.

We offer our sincere thanks and gratitude for this amazing gift. Stop in and see this masterpiece of Town history while it’s on loan to us.

10/09/2026

There were over 180 photos submitted to a photo contest as part of the Natural Resource Inventory project being conducted by the Town's Climate Smart Task Force. The article on our website highlights the top 3. There were also several Honorable Mentions that are listed in the article.

The submissions can be viewed at the Town Clerk's Office. Thank you to everyone who took the time to send in a submission.

The Town Climate Smart Task Force, as part of the Natural Resource Inventory project, held a photo contest. People were asked to send in pictures that showcased the best of Stuyvesant. This was chosen as the First Place winner. It was submitted by Mike Birmingham. The 2nd place winner was Kim Mendez...

10/07/2026

A new bench has been installed at the Veterans Memorial Park. Purchased with the help of private donations, this bench honors our Community Volunteers.

Thank you to Supervisor Ronald Knott, Highway Superintendent Joe Scrum, and the Highway Dept. crew for putting it together and installing it at the park.

10/04/2026

Did you know?

Leaves on the south side of a tree change color earlier than the leaves on the north side of a tree.

Why It Happens
More Sunlight: The southern side of a tree gets more direct sunlight in the Northern Hemisphere.

Faster Breakdown: Extra sun and heat speed up the breakdown of green chlorophyll (the chemical that makes leaves green).

Revealing Colors: When green chlorophyll breaks down faster, the hidden yellow, orange, and red colors show up sooner.

Stress and Heat: Intense southern exposure can also cause mild heat or drought stress on that side, prompting the tree to start its winter shutdown earlier.

10/01/2026

Free Drive-Thru Rabies Clinic 10/17/26

The Columbia County Department of Health will be having a FREE drive-thru rabies clinic on Saturday, October 17th from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM at the Roeliff Jansen Community Library (9091 Route 22, Hillsdale, NY 12529).

This clinic is for cats, dogs and ferrets at least 3 months of age. Donations are not required but will be accepted and appreciated to help offset the cost of the vaccine. Animal breeders MUST use their own Veterinarian for rabies vaccines.

Pre-registration is required. Please register in advance by using the link below, or scan the QR code on the attached flyer. Alternatively, you can call the Columbia County Department of Health at (518) 828-3358.

Registration Link: https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties?OpID=5BB0BC341BAAC8A0E0631403580AEFCA

Please bring proof of prior rabies vaccine with you on the day of the clinic. This will ensure that you get a proper expiration date for the animal.

09/14/2026

The Town Clerk’s Office will
Be closed this evening due to Melissa being at training.

The office will Reopen tomorrow morning.

Trash day punch cards are available beginning tomorrow.

09/08/2026

Be aware of kids standing on the side of the road waiting for buses. Plan ahead and be prepared for buses to make stops.

Slow down and STOP for stopped school buses.

🚌🎒 School is back in session!

As students across Columbia County head back to the classroom, please give yourself a little extra time on the road and keep an eye out for school buses, children at bus stops and students walking or biking to school.

🛑 Remember: When a school bus has its red lights flashing, STOP.

Slow down in school zones, put the phone away and stay alert — especially during morning pickup and afternoon drop-off.

Let’s help make the first day — and every day — a safe one for our students!