Public Notices
The Town of Chester Board has updated their operating hours for the Loon Lake Boat Launch. The Launch will open May 15, 16, 17 and then will open on May 22nd and remain open daily until Columbus Day. The Hours of Operation will be 7am-6pm and the gate will be locked all other times.
If you have any questions on launch operations, please contact the Town Hall at 518.494.2711.
If you have any questions on launch operations, please contact the Town Hall at 518.494.2711.
Posted 05/01/2020:
Grievance Day is scheduled to take place on Thursday, May 28, 2020 from 3-5pm and 6-8pm at the Town of Chester Municipal Center. A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment and RP524 are available on-line at: www.tax.ny.gov
DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS, AND IN ORDER TO PROTECT THE HEALTH OF OTHERS, APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR IN-PERSON, SCHEDULED HEARINGS and MUST BE FILED WITH THE ASSESSOR NO LATER THAN MAY 21st.
We are respectfully requesting that grievances be made in writing instead of in-person hearings in order to limit exposure to the Grievance Board. Mail-in petitions will be given the same attention as those that are presented in-person. In-person scheduled hearings will be limited to 15-minute intervals. We are requesting that those making an in-person grievance to follow State and / or Federal Safety Guidelines and Limit Their Time to 10 minutes. This will allow a few minutes to clean and disinfect the area for the next person.
Complaint form RP524 and supporting documents for scheduled appointments and / or grievances for review by mail must be filed with and received by the Assessor by May 21, 2020.
The procedure for hearings is subject to change depending on State and / or Federal mandated restrictions. Refer to the Town’s website for further instructions and / or updates. E-mail or call the Assessor’s office to schedule your hearing at: chester_assessor@yahoo.com or (518) 494-3515.
Grievance Day is scheduled to take place on Thursday, May 28, 2020 from 3-5pm and 6-8pm at the Town of Chester Municipal Center. A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment and RP524 are available on-line at: www.tax.ny.gov
DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS, AND IN ORDER TO PROTECT THE HEALTH OF OTHERS, APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR IN-PERSON, SCHEDULED HEARINGS and MUST BE FILED WITH THE ASSESSOR NO LATER THAN MAY 21st.
We are respectfully requesting that grievances be made in writing instead of in-person hearings in order to limit exposure to the Grievance Board. Mail-in petitions will be given the same attention as those that are presented in-person. In-person scheduled hearings will be limited to 15-minute intervals. We are requesting that those making an in-person grievance to follow State and / or Federal Safety Guidelines and Limit Their Time to 10 minutes. This will allow a few minutes to clean and disinfect the area for the next person.
Complaint form RP524 and supporting documents for scheduled appointments and / or grievances for review by mail must be filed with and received by the Assessor by May 21, 2020.
The procedure for hearings is subject to change depending on State and / or Federal mandated restrictions. Refer to the Town’s website for further instructions and / or updates. E-mail or call the Assessor’s office to schedule your hearing at: chester_assessor@yahoo.com or (518) 494-3515.
Updated 05/18/2020:
The Town of Chester, under the current direction of Governor Cuomo and the State of New York has determined that the Town Municipal Center will remain closed to the Public until at least Monday, June 1st.
Citizens requiring assistance can contact the Town of Chester at 518.494.2711 during this time. For further information, we ask that you visit the Town Website (www.townofchesterny.org) or follow the Town on Facebook (Town of Chester-Warren County). We ask that citizens stay home and abide by social distancing whenever possible.
The Town of Chester, under the current direction of Governor Cuomo and the State of New York has determined that the Town Municipal Center will remain closed to the Public until at least Monday, June 1st.
Citizens requiring assistance can contact the Town of Chester at 518.494.2711 during this time. For further information, we ask that you visit the Town Website (www.townofchesterny.org) or follow the Town on Facebook (Town of Chester-Warren County). We ask that citizens stay home and abide by social distancing whenever possible.
From the Supervisor...
The Transfer Station is open regular hours 5 days a week. Patrons are asked to process their own trash and recyclables. Patrons who do are not able to do that may ask for assistance of the attendants.
We also ask Patrons to maintain proper social distancing and to take all precautions to ensure our Transfer Station employees stay healthy. They are providing an essential service we owe them the greatest amount of respect.
The Town Board's priority at this time is to protect the health of our community and to support our residents and businesses to the greatest extent possible.
The Transfer Station is open regular hours 5 days a week. Patrons are asked to process their own trash and recyclables. Patrons who do are not able to do that may ask for assistance of the attendants.
We also ask Patrons to maintain proper social distancing and to take all precautions to ensure our Transfer Station employees stay healthy. They are providing an essential service we owe them the greatest amount of respect.
The Town Board's priority at this time is to protect the health of our community and to support our residents and businesses to the greatest extent possible.
Updated 04/16/2020:
For Immediate Release:
Town of Chester, Warren County New York
As of 8pm on Tuesday, March 17th the Town of Chester has updated their Precaution and Procedures regarding the COVID-19 situation. We understand that this is an evolving situation that is being closely monitored. We ask that the general public continue to check the Town of Chester Website and Social Media Pages as we update you throughout this period.
The Town of Chester is committed to limiting the spread of the COVID-19 virus and reducing the potential impact upon the citizens and the community as a whole.
The response to this health crisis is evolving quickly. Government at the federal, state, and county levels are continuously updating various orders, guidelines, and declarations. The Town of Chester is adjusting its response accordingly.
The Town Board recognizes the need to maintain essential services for the operation of town government while taking steps to reduce exposure to its employees as well as the public. Toward that goal, the town is taking the following actions to ensure safety while continuing to provide essential services to the public:
· The Municipal Center will be CLOSED until further notice.
· All Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings are canceled until further notice.
· The Town Supervisor and the Town Clerk will be available by phone from 9am-3pm and by email. We will do our best to respond to questions and to assist our residents with their needs in a timely manner. The central phone number for the Town Hall is (518) 494-2711.
· The Transfer Station will continue its regular hours Monday and Thursday through Sunday only. Patrons will be asked to handle their own trash bags and recyclables.
· The Re-use Center at the Transfer Station will be closed until further notice.
· The Library will be closed to the public until further notice.
· The Meal Site will not host congregate meals. Home delivery of meals will continue with deliveries changed to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Two meals will be delivered each day (6 meals total each week). The Meal Site phone number is (518) 494-3119.
· The Food Pantry will operate by appointment only. Emergency distributions can also be arranged by appointment. To make an appointment call the Food Pantry on Mondays or Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm at (518) 494-2433.
· The Town Court will be closed until further notice. All non-essential matters are adjourned until further notice. You will be contacted with a new court date when regular operations begin. Any questions, please call (518) 494-3133.
· The YMCA Wellness Center will be closed.
· The Town Museum will be closed.
· Private offices in the Municipal Center have established their own protocols and encourage their clients and customers to conduct all business over the phone and by email.
· All meetings and activities by community groups will be suspended until further notice.
· The Town will work to the best of its ability to accommodate citizens' needs over the phone and by email.
We thank our community for their support during these trying times and we will continue to do our best to provide necessary services and support.
As we continue to monitor this situation, we ask the public to remain calm. Contact information for these parties is available on the Town of Chester Website.
Town Supervisor: supervisor@townofchesterny.org or 518.494.2711
Town Clerk: townclerk104@gmail.com or 518.494.5160
For Immediate Release:
Town of Chester, Warren County New York
As of 8pm on Tuesday, March 17th the Town of Chester has updated their Precaution and Procedures regarding the COVID-19 situation. We understand that this is an evolving situation that is being closely monitored. We ask that the general public continue to check the Town of Chester Website and Social Media Pages as we update you throughout this period.
The Town of Chester is committed to limiting the spread of the COVID-19 virus and reducing the potential impact upon the citizens and the community as a whole.
The response to this health crisis is evolving quickly. Government at the federal, state, and county levels are continuously updating various orders, guidelines, and declarations. The Town of Chester is adjusting its response accordingly.
The Town Board recognizes the need to maintain essential services for the operation of town government while taking steps to reduce exposure to its employees as well as the public. Toward that goal, the town is taking the following actions to ensure safety while continuing to provide essential services to the public:
· The Municipal Center will be CLOSED until further notice.
· All Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings are canceled until further notice.
· The Town Supervisor and the Town Clerk will be available by phone from 9am-3pm and by email. We will do our best to respond to questions and to assist our residents with their needs in a timely manner. The central phone number for the Town Hall is (518) 494-2711.
· The Transfer Station will continue its regular hours Monday and Thursday through Sunday only. Patrons will be asked to handle their own trash bags and recyclables.
· The Re-use Center at the Transfer Station will be closed until further notice.
· The Library will be closed to the public until further notice.
· The Meal Site will not host congregate meals. Home delivery of meals will continue with deliveries changed to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Two meals will be delivered each day (6 meals total each week). The Meal Site phone number is (518) 494-3119.
· The Food Pantry will operate by appointment only. Emergency distributions can also be arranged by appointment. To make an appointment call the Food Pantry on Mondays or Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm at (518) 494-2433.
· The Town Court will be closed until further notice. All non-essential matters are adjourned until further notice. You will be contacted with a new court date when regular operations begin. Any questions, please call (518) 494-3133.
· The YMCA Wellness Center will be closed.
· The Town Museum will be closed.
· Private offices in the Municipal Center have established their own protocols and encourage their clients and customers to conduct all business over the phone and by email.
· All meetings and activities by community groups will be suspended until further notice.
· The Town will work to the best of its ability to accommodate citizens' needs over the phone and by email.
We thank our community for their support during these trying times and we will continue to do our best to provide necessary services and support.
As we continue to monitor this situation, we ask the public to remain calm. Contact information for these parties is available on the Town of Chester Website.
Town Supervisor: supervisor@townofchesterny.org or 518.494.2711
Town Clerk: townclerk104@gmail.com or 518.494.5160
Dear Patrons and Friends of Town of Chester Public Library:
Due to recommendations and out of an abundance of caution and to do our part in stopping the spread of COVID-19 virus, the Town of Chester Public Library will close Wed. March 18 through April 17.
The Library WILL BE OPEN ON Tuesday March 17 from 9-1 for patrons to complete library transactions.
Beginning Wed. March 18, all items currently checked out will be renewed until April 17 and all fines during this time will be waived. If desired, items may be returned to the drop box.
Any items on hold for Patrons who are unable to pick them up on Tuesday will be kept for them until the Library re-opens.
All meetings and scheduled programs have been cancelled and we are not accepting donations for the book sale until we reopen. We ask for your cooperation in NOT depositing donations in the drop box or leaving them ANYWHERE inside or outside the Municipal Center Building.
Please be advised that the Library Wireless service is available 24/7 and no password is necessary to access it. For emergency WIFI use, it can be accessed from anywhere in the Municipal Building or in the parking lots around the Municipal Building if the building is closed.
During the time we are closed, audiobooks and e-book check outs are available through the Library’s online services of Overdrive and/or Libby. They can be accessed here https://salon.overdrive.com. You can sign in with your library card barcode number on the back of your card.
We will make every effort to keep you updated on any changes to this situation. Feel free to contact us by phone messages left at 518-494-5384 or by messaging through our Facebook page Town of Chester Public Library Adirondacks or our library email, library@chesterlibrary.org
Again we apologize for this inconvenience and hope that soon we will be able to welcome you all back to the Library.
Alma Alvarez, Director
Town of Chester Public Library
Due to recommendations and out of an abundance of caution and to do our part in stopping the spread of COVID-19 virus, the Town of Chester Public Library will close Wed. March 18 through April 17.
The Library WILL BE OPEN ON Tuesday March 17 from 9-1 for patrons to complete library transactions.
Beginning Wed. March 18, all items currently checked out will be renewed until April 17 and all fines during this time will be waived. If desired, items may be returned to the drop box.
Any items on hold for Patrons who are unable to pick them up on Tuesday will be kept for them until the Library re-opens.
All meetings and scheduled programs have been cancelled and we are not accepting donations for the book sale until we reopen. We ask for your cooperation in NOT depositing donations in the drop box or leaving them ANYWHERE inside or outside the Municipal Center Building.
Please be advised that the Library Wireless service is available 24/7 and no password is necessary to access it. For emergency WIFI use, it can be accessed from anywhere in the Municipal Building or in the parking lots around the Municipal Building if the building is closed.
During the time we are closed, audiobooks and e-book check outs are available through the Library’s online services of Overdrive and/or Libby. They can be accessed here https://salon.overdrive.com. You can sign in with your library card barcode number on the back of your card.
We will make every effort to keep you updated on any changes to this situation. Feel free to contact us by phone messages left at 518-494-5384 or by messaging through our Facebook page Town of Chester Public Library Adirondacks or our library email, library@chesterlibrary.org
Again we apologize for this inconvenience and hope that soon we will be able to welcome you all back to the Library.
Alma Alvarez, Director
Town of Chester Public Library
PLEASE BE ADVISED, that effective January 01, 2020, a Zoning Permit is required for the installation of a water supply well on properties located in the Town of Chester as per Section 7.24 of the Town of Chester Zoning Local Law. Water Supply Applications can be found at the Planning and Zoning Office in the Town of Chester Town Municipal Center or online on the Town’s website via the following link: https://www.townofchesterny.org/applications-and-documents.html.
Please note: If a water supply well has been installed prior to issuance of a Zoning Permit, an after-the-fact surcharge of $100.00 will be applied to the required fee of $50.00.
For additional information, please contact the Planning and Zoning Office at 518-494-7369 or visit during regular office hours Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please note: If a water supply well has been installed prior to issuance of a Zoning Permit, an after-the-fact surcharge of $100.00 will be applied to the required fee of $50.00.
For additional information, please contact the Planning and Zoning Office at 518-494-7369 or visit during regular office hours Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
!!! Enhanced STaR Update Notice - January 2020 !!!
Last year (2019) the New York State Dept of Taxation and Finance (DTF) required all seniors who receive the Enhanced STAR exemption to register with them by enrolling in their Income Verification Program (IVP). Their stated purpose was for them to be able to determine who qualifies for the Enhanced STAR, not having seniors renew every year with their local Assessor. When this was implemented Assessors were told that the DTF would be able to examine the income of everyone enrolled in the Enhanced STAR program, whether if they filed state income tax returns or not. We (Assessors), in turn, passed this info onto those who enrolled in the DTF income verification program when they signed up. However, This Is Not The Case as it was recently discovered that the DTF is NOT able to determine incomes for seniors who do not file state income tax returns. Because of this, the DTF is mailing letters to those seniors who do not file NYS income tax returns and asking them to fill in their 2018 income. If you receive such a letter, BE SURE to fill it out and mail it back to them (the DTF, not your Assessor) at the address and within the time-frame specified in the letter. Do not return it to your Assessor.
Friends Lake Aquatic Plant Control District: May 2016