Town of Northampton, New York

Welcome to the Town of Northampton website. This site enables people to find out about what is happening in and around town.

Located in Fulton County, along the Great Sacandaga Lake, you can find lots to do -- whether it's boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, camping, or nearby cross country skiing. We also offer a summer program for kids and youth groups at different churches.

We are easy to find. Just take Route 30 North off the New York State Thruway.

You can click here to read the 2008 Annual Water Quality Report.

The 2009 First Interim Coliform Report is available online. You can read it by clicking here.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Northampton will received bids for:
NUMBER 2 FUEL OIL,

KEROSENE and DIESEL FUEL for the year 2010. Specifications may be obtained from the Town Clerk's Office,

Town Hall, 412 South Main Street, Northville, NY 12134. All bids must be sealed and clearly marked "fuel oil bid".

Said bids must be received by Noon on February 17, 2010; they will be opened at 6:30 p.m. on February 17, 2010, at the

Town Board meeting. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

The Historic Landmark Commission of the Town of Northampton and the Village of Northville recently completed a survey of the “historic resources” in the Town of Northampton, the Village of Northville, the Hamlet of Sacandaga Park and Fish House. The purpose of the survey is to encourage good stewardship and historic preservation. The survey information is compiled in two illustrated volumes that can be viewed by the public at the Town Clerk’s office or the Village Clerk’s office at Town Hall, and at the Northville Public Library. The information will be used in future planning and zoning initiatives. It will also be used to provide guidance in enforcing the Demolition Local Law. The survey results include a list of approximately 250 properties that are either “eligible” or “potentially eligible” to be listed on the Local Landmark Register. The owners of these properties can apply to be listed on the Local Register. Listing on the Register is acknowledged by a small bronze plaque and (in some cases) a tax benefit. The survey recommendations include the creation of three historic districts and other initiatives.
The Commission will use its March monthly meeting to clarify and publicize the survey to the public. The meeting will start with a short presentation on the survey process and findings. This will be followed by a public hearing at which time the Commission will answer questions about such topics as: future use of the survey; the definition of “(potentially) eligible”; the listing process for eligible owners that wish to apply to the Local Register; use of the survey in demolition permit applications; development of the Historic Districts; assistance to owners of eligible property; and general goals of the Commission.
The Commission was created in 2003 under the Northampton Historic Landmark Ordinance. A Demolition Local Law was enacted by the Town in 2006 and revised in 2009. These regulations now also apply to the Village of Northville. The survey was prepared by Andrea J. Becker for the Town of Northampton Historic Landmark Commission with support from a “Preserve New York” grant of the Preservation League of New York State, along with support from the Village of Northville, and the Town of Northampton.
Meeting date, time and place: Tuesday, March 9, 7 PM at Town/Village Hall. All meetings of the Commission are public. Recipients of “eligible property” letters are especially encouraged to attend.

The Historic Landmark Commission will be meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 7PM in the town hall.


	AS A RESULT OF RECENT NYS DEC REGULATIONS ON CONTROLLED BRUSH BURNING BY MUNICIPALITIES, THE TOWN WILL NO LONGER BE DOING ROADSIDE PICK- UP OF BRUSH OR BE ABLE TO ACCEPT IT AT THE HARDFILL SITE LOCATION…… UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE As usual, the State continues to impose rules with complete disregard of the impact to our Adirondack Communities, including the additional calls for local Fire Departments. Since the DEC imposed these regulations, the Town has no economically viable means of disposing of the brush. We have diligently research many alternatives for disposal or chipping…….however any alternatives are cost prohibitive and would put a large additional cost burden over to the taxpayers. Town property owners can obtain individual Open Burning Permits to burn their own brush on site (info below). As we continue to aggressively oppose this yet another DEC regulation and look for options, we will keep you posted with any updates. NORTHVILLE DEC SUB-OFFICE NOW CLOSED – OPEN BURNING INFO Public access to the local DEC offices on South Main Street, Northville is available by appointment only. An informational kiosk is planned on the grounds next to the facility by next summer. Contact numbers have been provided as follows: Main Number 518-863-4545, extensions to leave general messages: forest rangers 3011; forestry and state lands 3007; state land purchases, boundaries, surveyors 3008; campgrounds, operations and recreation staff 3014. For Emergencies or reporting environmental violations DEC Dispatch: 518-897-1300. As a convenience to the public, General Residential Open Burning Permits (brush) for the Town Of Northampton may now be picked up at the Town Offices on South Main Street. You simply sign a sheet & list property location for DEC and pick up the permit, which states the new burning regulations. The general permit is valid from Jan. 1st, 2010-March 15th, 2010 and May 15th to Dec. 31st, 2010. No burning is allowed between March 15th and May 15th. Call 736-2100 prior to burning. Burn Questions: contact local rangers: Town of Edinburg -Tony Goetke 518-383-1005 Town of Mayfield – Dave Kallen 518-866-4509 Town Of Northampton – Art Perryman 518-335-3252 NORTHVILLE-NORTHAMPTON HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETING The Landmark Commission has approved a Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Survey. This report was prepared by Andrea J Becker as a result from a Preserve New York grant of the Preservation League of New York State. The Commission also adopted an Inventory of Historic Resources within the Town and Village. Letters were sent to owners of the properties listed in the inventory. A Public Meeting about the Report is scheduled for March 9th at 7:00 pm. The owners will be given the opportunity to discuss their properties with the Commission and area preservationists; the owners will also be given information on the benefits of preserving the properties. A copy of the report is available at the Town Offices. Many thanks again to the numerous dedicated people who assisted with compiling the necessary information needed to complete the report. The owners of listed properties, as well as the public, are urged to attend. CENSUS 2010 – WORKERS NEEDED We’ve been hearing a lot about the upcoming census. Soon, every property owner will be receiving a short questionnaire with 10 questions mailed to them. Please, don’t throw them out!! We need all our residents to be counted so that we receive our fair share of funding and representation, don’t let it go elsewhere!! Population counts determine our Congressional representation numbers and census data affect the distribution of federal funds. Only one form will get sent to each physical location, so it’s very important for additional apartment residents to all get counted. Please note that the Postal Service will not forward the questionnaire to a different address. Let our “snowbirds” know that they need to fill out the form for Northampton as the residence, since they most likely will not be back by April 1st. The Census Bureau needs workers in our area. This is a part-time job that pays $13.00/hr and $.50/mile reimbursement. Visit www.2010 censusjobs.gov. Toll free number is 1-866-861-2010. Laura Ginter is our Regional Census Ambassador, contact her at 863-4145. WHILE WE HAD MANY BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY DISPLAYS……... SPECIAL THANKS TO THE EDWARD’S FAMILY FOR THEIR TERRIFIC HOLIDAY LIGHTING SHOW ON 4TH STREET. IT PROVIDED ENJOYMENT TO HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE THAT VIEWED THE LIGHTS WHILE LISTENING TO THE MUSIC. DON…….START WORKING ON NEXT YEARS DISPLAY!! NOTES: -Keep informed; our Town Board minutes are available on the web site. -Zoning Commission Consultants, CLA/Riverstreet will be posting Northampton’s draft on their site soon UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS -March 9th , Historic Landmark Commission Inventory Hearing, 7:00 pm, Bradt Building -March 14th, Daylight Savings Time begins …yippee! -March 15th, Northampton Zoning Commission work session 5-7 pm, Bradt Building -March 17th, Northampton Town Board Meeting 6:30 pm -March 24th, Northampton Zoning Board of Appeals 7:00 pm, Bradt Building

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