Poestenkill NY

The Town of Poestenkill, established in 1848, is a vital and prosperous community that is rural by choice. We, as residents of the Town, have pledged to protect its rich rural heritage and assets, as well as its scenic beauty.

We have a hamlet comprised of a growing mix of small locally-owned businesses, stores, professional services, and community facilities. We are equally proud of our farms, many of which have continued to be family farms, passed down through generations.

Education services for our children are provided by three centralized school districts: Averill Park, Berlin, and Brittonkill.

Approximately 37% of our Town is assessed as residential while those parcels which are agricultural comprise 7%. The remainder is made up of commercial, light industrial, community services, and lands assessed as wild or in conservation.

Convenience to employment in Albany and Troy is a factor which has influenced our steady growth of new homes.

The Town of Poestenkill is governed by a Town Supervisor and a four-member Town Board. The Town provides municipal services including fire protection through a contract with the Poestenkill Volunteer Fire Dept. Highway Dept. services are also provided (snow removal, road improvements and maintenance). Other town officials include Town Clerk, two Justices, Town Superintendent of Highways, Assessor, and Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector.

To assist in the administration and enforcement of land use regulations, we have appointed a Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board. The primary purpose of the Zoning Board is to interpret law and consider applications for variances, based on the Town's ordinances. The Planning Board acts in an advisory capacity on policy related to development, existing or proposed comprehensive plans, and land use ordinances. We also have a Conservation Advisory Committee whose focus is on conservation issues within the Town.

Residents and potential new homeowners are encouraged to call the Town Hall regarding the ordinances. Copies of the codes, as well as the process for applying for variances, etc. will be available upon request.

Churches:

Poestenkill Christian 286-2773
(Disciples of Christ)

Evangelical Lutheran
of Poestenkill
283-6045

First Baptist Church 283-5186
of East Poestenkill

Union Gospel Church
of East Poestenkill

St. Henry's Catholic 674-3818
(2 miles south of Poestenkill)

Recreational Resources:

Pineridge Cross Country Ski Area

Twin Town Little League

Senior Citizen Organization

Sullivan Jones VFW Post

Hendrick Hudson Fish & Game Club