Saugerties Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - Monday, November 17th
There will be a Saugerties Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) meeting on Monday, November 17th at 5:00 p.m. in the Greco Senior Center (207 Market Street). There is no Zoom or Webex attendance for this meeting.
You can find the agenda for this meeting on the HPC Agenda page.
For general information about the Historic Preservation Commission, please visit the HPC page.
[Posted 11-12-2025]
Town Board Meeting - Wednesday, November 19th
A Town Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19th.
The meeting takes place at the Greco Senior Center (207 Market Street). The pre-board meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. and is followed by the Town Board meeting. If you would like to participate live, you can attend the meeting in person, or you can participate via Webex.
For Webex information, please click here. That page will also include a link to the Town Board agenda, which will be posted a day or two before the meeting.
For general information about the Town Board, please visit the Town Board page.
[Posted 11-12-2025]
Kiwanis Club Presents a Check to Town Board and Superintendent of Parks at November 5 Town Board Meeting
Richard Kappler of the Kiwanis Club of Saugerties presents a check to Supervisor Fred Costello on behalf of the Saugerties Town Board members and Greg Chorvas, superintendent of Saugerties Parks, Buildings and Recreation.
Each year, the Kiwanis Club shares an amount of the Garlic Festival proceeds, held at Cantine Field, with the Town, to cover the expenses that the Town incurred in the preparation for the Festival, for onsite support during the festival and for the cleanup after the festival. The Town also receives compensation for the on-site parking they offer, which helps defray costs and commensurate taxes.
This year, the check was in the amount of $18,637.60.
[Posted 11-13-2025]
VFW's Holiday in the Village Christmas Breakfast Buffet - Sunday, December 7th
The VFW is holding their annual Holiday in the Village Christmas Breakfast Buffet at the American Legion Post 72 hall (30 John Street) on Sunday, December 7th, from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
It's a great way to kick off your visit to Saugerties for the Holiday in the Village celebration.
The breakfast includes hot and cold drinks.
The price is $12 for ages 12 and up, and $7 for ages 7 to 11. Children 6 and under eat free.
Take out is also available.
Come enjoy a hearty, tasty breakfast, and support one of the worthiest of causes, the Saugerties Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Need more info? Call 845-706-8083.
[Posted 11-13-2025]
Village DPW Announces Fall Leaf Pickup Schedule in the Village - UNDERWAY
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Please rake leaves to the curb, and do not bag the leaves. Along with your leaves, you can put brush and plants out. No limbs wider than 6 inches in diameter.
If the leaves drop later than expected or if weather conditions dictate, the posted schedule could change ... if so, we will let you know.
Thank you.
For a larger version of the poster on the left, please click here or on the poster.
If you have questions, please call Village Hall -- 845-246-2321 x1.
[Posted 10-16-2025]
Town ZBA Public Hearing - Monday, December 1st
The Town Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is holding a Public Hearing on Monday, December 1st, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Saugerties Senior Center (207 Market Street).
The agenda will be available on the ZBA Agenda page. Summary:
For more information on the ZBA, please visit the ZBA page.
[Posted 11-12-2025]
Save the Date! American Legion Will Hold a Roast Turkey Dinner (from Stone Pony) TODAY - Tuesday, November 11th
The American Legion team is offering you an opportunity to get yourself some great Roast Turkey dinners, cooked up by the folks at the Stone Pony.
It's all happening on Tuesday, November 11th, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the American Legion, 30 John Street. (RESERVE BY THURSDAY, 11/6.)
Get your orders in (see the poster on the left for details.)
Eat in or take out.
Please reserve by Thursday, November 6th.
[Posted 10-20-2025]
Town Accepting Sealed Bids for a GMC Dump Truck and GMC Value Van 35
The Town Water and Sewer Department has released an announcement for bid, for a 1993 GMC Dump Truck (VIN # 1GDG6H1P8PJ502455) and a 1993 GMC Value Van 35 (VIN # 1GTGP32K4P3500259).[Posted 11-6-2025]
Elks Student Scholarships - Applications Are Due Soon
The Elks National Foundation is offering Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships. Interested families have until 11:59PM (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, November 12th to apply.There are 500 scholarships in all, and in total, there is $30,000 in scholarship money being awarded.
- Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
- Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
- High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
- Scholarships are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.
[Posted 11-5-2025]
A Message from the NY State Department of State -- Know Your Rights
The New York State Department of State's Office for New Americans wants you to know that resources are available to everyone, including immigrants to our state.[Posted 11-5-2025]
Saugerties Subset of Ulster County Elections - Nov. 4, 2025
From Crispin Kott's HV1 election reporting:
Incumbent Supervisor Fred Costello Jr. (Democratic/Working Families) earned 3,496 votes — just shy of three-quarters of all votes cast — in his successful race to earn a fourth consecutive term. That total included 219 absentee, 1,496 early voting and 1,781 Election Day votes. Costello faced a challenge from Gaetana Ciarlante (Conservative), who fell short in her bid to unseat him, tallying 1,228 votes.
Zachery Horton (Republican/Conservative) was the sole incumbent candidate for Town Board, earning 2,217 votes — not enough to hold his seat. Democratic challengers Bill Barr (2,820 votes) and Stephanie Bassler (2,735 votes) prevailed, while Michael Sasso III (Republican/Conservative) finished on the outside looking in, with 2,209 votes.
Three incumbents endorsed by the Republican and Conservative parties ran unopposed. Town Clerk Lisa Stanley picked up 3,129 votes, Receiver of Taxes Diane Friedmann earned 3,052 votes, and Superintendent of Highways Raymond Mayone amassed 3,080 votes.
At the Ulster County level, the Daily Freeman reports that:
- March Gallagher, who ran unopposed, was reelected Ulster County Comptroller
- The Ulster County Legislature results, in the Saugerties districts, were:
- District 1 (Town of Saugerties, town of Woodstock): Aaron J. Levine (Democrat) 1,674; Gianfranco Pellegri (Republican, Conservative) 948.
- District 2 (Town of Saugerties, village of Saugerties): Ann Peters (Democrat) 1,343; Ronald Polacco (Republican, Conservative, Common Sense) 983.
- District 3 (Town of Kingston, town of Ulster, town of Saugerties): Jason J. Kovacs (Republican, Conservative) 1,604.
[Posted 11-5-2025]
Announcement of March 2026 Village Election
Notice is hereby given that the Annual Election of the Village of Saugerties, NY will be held in the Municipal Building, 43 Partition Street, on Wednesday, the 18th of March 2026, with polls being open between the hours of Noon and 9:00 p.m. EST. Offices that have expiring terms:
Three (3) Trustee Positions
One (1) Village Justice
Those wishing to be on the ballot for the election must obtain at least 75 signatures, be a resident of the Village of Saugerties and be at least 18 years of age.
First day to have independent nominating petitions signed - December 30, 2025.
First day to file independent nominating petitions with the Village Clerk - February 3, 2026.
Last day to file independent nominating petitions with the Village Clerk - February 10, 2026.
- Peggy Melville, Village Clerk
For a page that includes all of this information and some additional information for anyone considering running for one of these positions, please click here. or on the image above left.
[Posted 11-4-2025]
Join Saugerties Sings (Community-Based Chorus) at their Holiday Sing-Along
The community-base chorus group "Saugerties Sings" is inviting us all to a HOLIDAY SING-ALONG!
It will take place on Tuesday, December 16th, from 7:15 p.m. 'til 8:20 p.m.
There will be cookies, cocoa and joy to be had.
Saugerties United Methodist Church, 67 Washington Avenue (enter on Post Street).
This free concert and sing-along is to benefit the food pantry. Any food or monetary donations would be truly appreciated.
[Posted 11-7-2025]
Community Energy News from NYSERDA: Federal Home Incentives Expire Soon
With winter approaching, NYSERDA is sharing ways to save money and energy while keeping homes comfortable and energy efficient. Federal tax credits, which expire December 31, 2025, can be combined with New York State incentives for maximum savings.
[Posted 10-29-2025]
Advice from Your Friends on the Conservation Advisory Commission and Climate Smart Task Force
As the image on the left says: "Give Your Pumpkin an Afterlife"!
[Posted 10-25-2024]
Donation Appeal from Your Friends at Arm-of-the-Sea Theater
Arm-of-the-Sea Theater, Saugerties' Large Puppet Theater group, is appealing for donations that would help complete their new, permanent facility at the Arm-of-the-Sea Esopus Creek-front property.
This building provides space for staff meetings and performer hospitality. Construction to date was made possible by support from a legislative grant from NY Sate Senator Michele Hinchey, the Kiwanis Club of Saugerties and numerous individuals.
If you can see your way to helping out, please do. The link for donations is https://linktr.ee/armoftheseatheater
[Posted 10-25-2025]
Final Draft of Route Optimization Plan to be Presented to the Public on November 6
The Ulster County Transportation Council (UCTC) and Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) are inviting the public to review and comment on a new set of proposed bus routes and schedules as part of a Route Optimization Plan. The final draft scenario outlining how transit service could evolve in Ulster County will be introduced at two public sessions on Thursday, November 6, offering residents an opportunity to learn more, review the proposed routes and schedules, ask questions, and provide feedback.
The Route Optimization Plan aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of UCAT’s bus service by identifying the best way to arrange routes so that riders can get where they need to go with fewer transfers and delays. The Plan also supports the County’s goal of fully electrifying its bus fleet by 2035./p>
Route Optimization Plan – Final Draft Route and Schedule Public Sessions
- Thursday, November 6 - Two sessions: 4 PM and 6 PM (Doors open at 3 PM for browsing maps and materials)
- In person at the Kirkland/RUPCO Offices (2 Main Street, Kingston) or remotely via Zoom (meetings will be recorded and posted)
- Language Access: Real-time Spanish translation available via Zoom
- To view the proposed routes and schedules, learn more about the meetings, and register for Zoom access, visit: https://participate.ulstercountyny.gov/ucat-route-plan
For the full press release about this review of the final draft of the UCAT bus routes and schedules, please visit: https://saugerties.ny.us/proposed-bus-routes-schedules
[Posted 10-24-2025]
Town Planning Board Meeting - Tuesday, November 18th
There will be a Town Planning Board meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 7:30 p.m. in the Greco Senior Center (207 Market Street).
The public hearing topics include:
Typically within a few days of the board meeting, 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 10-22-2025]
Governor Kathy Hochul and the NYS DEC Declare 14-Day Burn Ban (Which Will Be Reevaluated and Possibly Extended)
A statewide burn ban is in effect due to increased fire risk and continued dry conditions. The ban will be in effect for 14 days from October 2nd to October 15th and will be reevaluated prior to expiration. New Yorkers can help prevent fires in communities and in the back-country by complying with the prohibition on most outdoor fires and protect water supplies by continuing to conserve water whenever possible.
The statewide burn ban now in effect PROHIBITS the starting of outdoor fires for purposes of brush and debris disposal, as well as all uncontained fires, including campfires, and open fires used for cooking. Backyard fire pits and contained campfires less than three feet in height and four feet in length, width or diameter ARE ALLOWED, as are small, contained cooking fires. Burning garbage or leaves is already prohibited year-round in New York State and several municipalities have burn bans currently in effect.
Recent dry conditions are resulting in a “High” fire danger for the Southern Tier, Lake Ontario Plains, St. Lawrence, Adirondack, High Peaks and Upper Hudson Champlain Fire Danger Rating Areas. A high fire danger means all fine, dead fuels ignite readily and fires start easily from most causes, including unattended brush and campfires. The rest of the state remains in “Moderate” fire danger, which means fires can start from most accidental causes.
The high fire danger is due in part to gusty winds and lower relative humidities forecasted during an existing prolonged dry spell. Any notable rainfall from last week was not area-wide and while wind gusts are expected to calm down, dry conditions are expected to continue for at least another week.
Since the beginning of August, Forest Rangers have responded to 64 wild-land fires across the state. Fires may become serious and controlling them difficult unless attacked successfully while still small.
Note that in the color-coded image (larger version available here), Ulster County is in the "Moderate" range for fire danger.
Preliminary Town of Saugerties 2026 Budget Available
The final 2026 budget for the Town of Saugerties is available on this website, in PDF form.
You can find it by clicking here -- https://saugerties.ny.us/government/town-budgets -- or on the icon on the left. It is the top item on the budgets page you will be brought to.
Conservation Advisory Commission Seeking Comments on Community Climate Action Plan
The (CAC) Climate Smart Task Force has prepared a draft Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP) and welcomes your feedback.
Learn how many metric tons of Greenhouse Gas our community emitted in 2022, which sectors of the community produced the most emissions, what are the town goals and strategies to reduce emissions, and much more.
Be proud of our town government as you read about the many actions taken in the past several years by town officials, department heads and staff to respond to climate change.
Click here or on the image on the left to view the plan. Email your comments to: saugertiesclimateplan@gmail.com with your name, the topic, and reference the plan page number. Comments are accepted until November 11, 2025.
Following a review of comments, the town-appointed CAC will present a final Community Climate Action Plan to the Town Board for adoption.
[Posted 9-23-2025]
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant Availability Announced by Ulster County
Jen Metzger, Ulster County Executive, has announced that residents in eligible Ulster County communities can apply for ADU grants (up to $112,500!) as of August 2025.
What is an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)?
It is a “secondary housing unit on the same lot as your main home”.
And what are some of the boxes you need to check, in order to apply?
- You need to be a homeowner earning at or below the median area income
- You need to agree to keep the rent on the ADU affordable for 10 years
- You need to agree NOT to use the ADU as a short-term rental
- In Saugerties, you need to be a resident of the Town, but outside the Village. Village of Saugerties residents interested in a secondary housing unit on the same lot as their main home should check with the existing Village code and/or check with the Village Building/Codes department. (43 Partition Street, 845-246-2321 x4).
This funding is being offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
If this news item piques your interest and you want more information, please visit this page.
[Posted 8-29-2025]
Malden West Camp Fire Department's 21st Annual Hunter's Raffle
The drawing is Saturday, November 8th.
To obtain raffle tickets, see a Malden West Camp Fire Department member.
Call 845-246-3287 for more information.
[Posted 9-6-2025]
Interested in Commenting on NY State (Clean/Drinking) Water Programs for FY 2025-2026?
NY State is calling for comments on their plans related to draft documents that state their intentions for 3 key water-related programs that will run in fiscal year October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026. (The state is looking for written comments by September 12.)
Those 3 key programs' draft documents are:
- Draft: The Clean Water State Revolving Fund
- Draft: Hardship Financing and Additional Subsidy Eligibility Policy
- Draft: Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
The "Drinking Water State Revolving Fund" also has a website that contains useful additional info.
The notice from NY State about this call for comments is replicated on this Saugerties page. Town and Village officials have received the notice, and members of the public can comment as well. If these areas are of interest to you, you can find out more by visiting this webpage.
[Posted 8-15-2025]
Have You Adopted a Pet from the Saugerties Animal Shelter??
Has your pet transformed your life in some big (or even small) way that you would like to share?
Petco Love and the Saugerties Animal Shelter would love to hear your stories!
And they could win the Shelter a prize that would help them build the new shelter. (The Grand Prize is $100,000!)
Submissions open at 1:00PM on August 11th and close at midnight on September 29, 2025.
For more info, please visit the webpage with further details, including the submission link.
[Posted 8-13-2025]
Ulster County HeadStart - Give Your Child a Strong Start!
Head Start and Early Head Start programs offer no-cost early learning programs for eligible families with children from birth to age 5!
These programs support your child’s development and prepare them for success in school—and in life.
Ready to #GetaHeadStart? We have locations in Saugerties, Kingston and Ellenville!
Contact us today at 845-338-8750 to learn more or apply!
Learn more and apply at our website https://uccac.org/programs/head-start-early-head-start/
[Posted 8-12-2025]
Village Budget for 2025-2026 Available Online
The Village of Saugerties budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 is available on this Village website Budgets page - https://villageofsaugerties.gov/government/village-budgets
[Posted 4-22-2025]
Saugerties Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Is Hiring a Secretary
The Town of Saugerties Historic Preservation Commission is seeking to hire a secretary to assist the commission with the following duties :
- Attend and record each monthly board meeting on the third Monday of each month at the Greco Senior Center from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Manage the Webex Owl system for recording the meeting. Instructions will be provided.
- Transcribe and distribute the meeting to commission members and the Town Website.
Hourly wage will depend upon experience and confirmed duties.
Kindly respond to styarabek@yahoo.com for a confidential discussion.
[Posted 3-17-2025]
Community Chorus -- "Saugerties Sings" -- Continuing Practice Sessions in 2025 - 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, recently announced that the schedule for practices for 2025 will be Tuesdays. Members should plan to arrive at 6:30 p.m. and the practices begin at 7:00 p.m.
The location of practice sessions at the United Methodist Church at 67 Washington Avenue. There should be ample street parking and the entry to the church is through the side door.
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.
The weekly practices are on hiatus from early June to September 9th, when they resume in earnest.
For further information, contact Gerri Ryan at fiddlestitchtoday@gmail.com.
Visit the "Saugerties Sings" page for more information.
[Posted 2-10-2025]
Looking to Build an Apartment on Your Property?
Rupco can help! The Plus One ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Program can provide funds to assist Ulster County low/moderate income property owners with grants to construct or rehab code-compliant ADUs to create affordable rental housing.
The Town of Saugerties is one of Ulster County's eligible areas.
Or for even further information, call 845-331-9860 extension 303 or visit https://rupco.org/plusoneulster/
[Posted 9-11-2024]
Need Repairs and/or Accessibility Modifications to Your Home? Having Trouble Affording Them?
If you can meet income eligibility requirements, an organization called Rebuilding Together Hudson Valley can possibly help.
Here is an example of the income requirements:
Rebuilding Together Hudson Valley provides critical home repairs and accessibility modifications to ensure a safe and healthy home, at no cost, for income-qualifying homeowners in Dutchess and Ulster counties.
You can also get questions answered by calling or visiting RTHV online for more information.
Phone: 845-454-7310
Website: https://www.rebuildingtogetherdutchess.org/
Email: info@RTHudsonValley.org
[Posted 9-9-2024]
Are you receiving the NY State STAR benefits that are owed to you?
The School Tax Relief (STAR) program offers property tax relief to eligible New York State homeowners.
If you're not sure of your STAR registration status, you may be missing out on a nice, yearly check from New York State.
[Posted 5-20-2024]
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 Vietnam Veterans Memorial planned for 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).
The VFW logo is shown in the sample image ... you get to choose one of 34 logos, including the various armed forces, Kiwanis Club, Lions Club, Masons, Knights of Columbus, Elks, Town of Saugerties, Village of Saugerties, Blue Kats and the American Flag. Or for $25 more, you can add your own logo.
[Posted 12-2023. Updated 5-17-2024]
Job Openings in Ulster County
Ulster County is Hiring!
Consider a career in public service and earn a living by making a difference!
Visit the civil service portal and apply today to join their team.
The Ulster County Government strictly adheres to the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and Americans with Disability Act.
[Posted 5-17-2024]
New York State's Affordable Housing Connectivity Program
as many eligible properties as possible.
[Posted 3-25-2024]
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]