“KISS” SHREDDING PROGRAM: The “Keeping Identities of Seniors Safe” (KISS) program, sponsored by the Columbia County Clerk’s Office, is once again available for seniors at Tracy Memorial Village Hall.

March 9, 2026 – March 20, 2026, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

TRASH AND RECYCLING: County Waste collects trash and recycling each Wednesday beginning at 7:00 a.m. Please place all recycling and garbage at the curb before 7:00 a.m. (drivers will not r eturn to collect items that are not out by that time).

Due to changes in driver scheduling, weather, etc., pick-up times at individual residences may vary from week to week.

VILLAGE ELECTIONS: The Village of Chatham, Columbia County, New York, has two (2) elected offices to be filled at the Village Election on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, as follows:

•           Office of Trustee, Village of Chatham, two (2) year term, ending April 1, 2028

•           Office of Trustee, Village of Chatham, two (2) year term, ending April 1, 2028

This election is administered by the Columbia County Board of Elections. Petitions and other papers required for candidacies for these offices at such election must be filed with the Columbia County Board of Elections, 401 State Street, Hudson, NY, in accordance with the applicable specifications and time periods of the New York State Election Law.

LEAF AND YARD DEBRIS COLLECTION: Leaf and yard debris collection will begin in April. The Village requests the use of biodegradable bags for leaves. Please do not place twigs or sticks in the bags.

HEAVY TRASH DROP OFF - MAY 11 - 14, 2026: The Village will once again offer a heavy trash drop-off for Village residents at the DPW Garage on Brookside Avenue.

The Village Resident Drop-Off Voucher can be obtained at the Clerk’s Office. Only Village residents are eligible and will be required to show proof of residency. Limit one (1) voucher per household.

Items NOT permitted: Hazardous waste, animal carcasses, firearms, ammunition, fireworks, asbestos, tires, appliances with freon (A/C units or refrigerators), TVs, computers, office equipment.

WATER/SEWER:  If you would like to register for paperless billing, please email your request to the Deputy Clerk at sdavis@villageofchathamny.gov. Be sure to provide the email address to which you would prefer to have e-bills sent.  

VILLAGE UPDATES: EMAIL NOTICES, TEXTMYGOV, WEBSITE & FACEBOOK:Please consider signing up for TextMyGov to receive timely Village updates by text message. TextMyGov subscribers are alerted to important announcements such as office closings, changes in trash pick-up, water main breaks, snow emergencies requiring parking restrictions, and more.

To sign up for TextMyGov notifications, text one of the following keywords to 91896:

VOC – Village-wide notifications, including water/sewer and garbage notifications

VOCWATER – Sewer/Water notifications only

VOCGARBAGE – Garbage notifications only

VOCGHENT – Ghent Water District notifications only

After sending the keyword, you will receive a confirmation message asking you to reply YES to verify opt-in. To opt out at any time, text STOP.

Residents are also encouraged to join the Village email notification list. To subscribe, visit www.villageofchathamny.govand click the “Sign Up for Email” icon.

Additional information about upcoming Board meetings, Village events, and other notices can be found on the Village website:

Announcements:www.villageofchathamny.gov/announcements  and Events: www.villageofchathamny.gov/events

You can also follow the Village on Facebook for updates: www.facebook.com/villageofchathamny

DRUG TAKE BACK DAY: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a free, anonymous, twice-yearly event that allows residents to safely dispose of unused or expired medications and helps prevent pill misuse.

The next event will be held April 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. An officer will be available at Tracy Memorial Village Hall during this time to assist with drop-off.

Please note: needles will not be accepted.