Village of Delanson, NY | Incorporated in 1920

Incorporated in 1920

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DEC Declares Drought Watch for 15 New York Counties

Map of New York State Drought Conditions

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) declared a drought watch for 15 New York counties because of a significant shortage of rainfall and declining levels of streamflow and ground water. Following the declaration, DEC briefed the State Drought Management Task Force and federal partner agencies. New York State is encouraging residents in affected counties, particularly those dependent on private groundwater wells, to conserve water whenever possible during the coming weeks. 

DEC Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar said, “Recent unseasonably warm weather and lack of precipitation have led to dry conditions for many counties in New York, resulting in some downstate areas being put under drought watch. Local water restrictions and educating residents about how to help conserve our water resources are crucial steps to help prevent a more severe shortage until conditions improve.”    

The counties under drought watch are Bronx, Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, Kings, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Schoharie, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester. A watch is the first of four levels of State drought advisories, which are watch, warning, emergency, and disaster. No mandatory restrictions are in place under a state Drought Watch. 

New York City also issued a citywide drought watch after a historic lack of precipitation, ordering city agencies to update water conservation plans and prepare to implement them, and urging the public to help conserve water. Conserving water will slow the depletion rate of the stored water in the city’s reservoirs and can potentially postpone or eliminate the threat of a serious shortage. 

To protect water resources, homeowners in regions under drought watch are encouraged to voluntarily reduce outdoor water use and follow these tips:

  • Water lawns only when necessary, choose watering methods that avoid waste, and water in the early morning to reduce evaporation and maximize soil hydration;
  • Reuse water collected in rain barrels, dehumidifiers, or air conditioners to water plants;
  • Raise lawn mower cutting heights. Longer grass is healthier with stronger roots and needs less water;
  • Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks; and
  • Fix leaking pipes, hoses, and faucets.

State Drought Index

The drought watch is triggered by the State Drought Index, which reflects precipitation levels, reservoir/lake levels, and stream flow and groundwater levels in the nine drought regions of the state. Each of these indicators is assigned a weighted value based on its significance to various uses in a region. The State Drought Index is attuned to the specific attributes of New York and may differ moderately from some national technical drought assessments.           

DEC and the U.S. Geological Survey are partners in evaluating hydrologic conditions across New York State. In addition, DEC supports efforts by local governments and stakeholders to undertake water conservation measures based on specific local circumstances.

Wildfire Risk  

New York State continues to encourage New Yorkers and visitors to follow the recommendations below to reduce the risk of wildfires. The Catskills, Hudson Valley, and Long Island are currently at high risk for fires. Any outdoor fire can spread quickly, especially if the wind picks up. It is illegal to burn leaves anywhere in New York State. Brush of a certain size may be burned. See the burning regulations for details.

Campfires are among the top five causes of wildfires. While camping in the backcountry, New Yorkers are advised to: 

  1. Use existing campfire rings where possible;
  2. Build campfires away from overhanging branches, steep slopes, rotten stumps, logs, dry grass, and leaves. Pile extra wood away from the fire;
  3. Clear the area around the ring of leaves, twigs, and other flammable materials;
  4. Never leave a campfire unattended. Even a small breeze could cause the fire to spread quickly; and
  5. Drown the fire with water. Make sure all embers, coals, and sticks are wet. Move rocks as there may be burning embers underneath.  

For more water saving tips, visit DEC’s webpage. For more information about drought in New York, visit the Water Use and Conservation webpage.

DEC PRESS RELEASES

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Water Service Line Inventory

As part of the EPA’s newly revised lead and copper rule, every water utility across the country is required to inventory all of its water service lines, both public and private. We need your help in complying with this mandate. We ask that each residence determine the materials of their water service line and submit photos to the Village to keep track of the inventory. This data can then be provided to the EPA per their requirements.
We have created a page on this website with INSTRUCTIONS for how to determine the material of your water service line. Once you have gone through the step by step instructions, you can then SUBMIT YOUR INFORMATION AND PHOTOS to the Village using the form provided on this website.  It’s all very fast and easy. 

If you do not feel comfortable submitting information online, please contact the office at 518-895-2199 and we can mail a physical form out for your use.  Additionally, if would rather have the Water Commissioner come out and do this assessment for you, please contact the office at 518-895-2799 and we can work with you to schedule a time for that visit.
Thank you in advance for your assistance in getting this inventory done; we appreciate it.

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WATER TREATMENT PLANT IMPROVEMENTS GRANT AWARDED TO DELANSON

Our water plant crew has recently completed a filter bed re-sanding project which greatly improved the quality of our water.  However, there needs to be more extensive work completed in order to facilitate our compliance with an administrative order from the EPA for exceeding the maximum contaminant levels in our drinking water.

The Village of Delanson applied for and has been awarded a New York State water infrastructure improvement act grant in the amount not to exceed $1,060,455.00

This grant will help fund necessary improvements to the water treatment plant.

Details of the project scope will be forthcoming in a series of informational meetings to be scheduled in the coming months. Please check our calendar of events for the scheduled meetings.

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OPEN BURNING

It it prohibited AT ALL TIMES to burn leaves, yard waste, or yard debris, garbage, trash, magazines, plastics or contaminated wood products such as plywood, pressure treated lumber, particle board or painted wood in Delanson. 

All open fires must be contained in a device or enclosure to hold a small fire, such as an outdoor fireplace, or a commercially manufactured metal fireplace or grill, or a ceramic portable fireplace. Such devices shall be placed on a non-combustible surface. Prohibited devices shall include, but are not limited to, burning barrels, and/or large free-standing piles.

An open fire shall be continuously under the care and direction of a competent person 18 years of age or older from the time it is kindled until it is extinguished and must have appropriate fire-extinguishing equipment readily available.

You can report polluters by calling the DEC hotline at (518-357-2047) or ILLEGAL FIRES to Fire Chief, Kevin Morrison at 518-657-9273.

OPEN BURN LAW

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Congratulations, Donna and Larry O’Connor!

Donna and Lawrence O’Connor were recognized for their restoration of 1696 Main Street in the Village of Delanson. The “Jenkins House” was built in 1876 for the stationmaster of the Delaware and Hudson Railroad. This grand Victorian home has survived fire, and in 1964, the widening of Delanson’s main thoroughfare, which drastically changed the village forever.

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The Village Needs You!!

The Delanson Fire Department, the Village Zoning Board and the Duanesburg Volunteer Ambulance Corp (DVAC) all need volunteers!
Please call the Fire Department Chief, Kevin Morrison at 518-657-9273 to discuss becoming a member.

Please contact DVAC (Duanesburg Volunteer Ambulance Corp) at 518-895-2200 about volunteering.
AND please welcome our neighbor, Dana Mesick, to the team of folks working together for our community!

Thank you to all our land board members for volunteering your time!

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Newsletter Subscription

You can now go paperless and sign up here online to receive the Village Newsletter via email. This is a FREE service and you can always unsubscribe at anytime by contacting the Village Clerk and requesting your name be removed from the Newsletter Email Mailing list. Simply  CLICK HERE to sign up.

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Email Notification System

The Village of Delanson has initiated this Email Notification system so residents can be notified by email immediately of important information or any emergency situation that has developed in the Village.  Examples would be water main breaks, water main repairs, hydrant flushing, sudden changes in Village services such as garbage pickup or snow plowing, flooding, road closings, damaged roads etc..  Emails will not be sent for normal news items, notices or scheduled events. In addition, updates will be emailed to keep residents informed of the ongoing circumstances as new information is received by the Village until the event or emergency is over. There is no cost for this service.

On the left sidebar of this page,  simply fill in your Name and Email address in the appropriate boxes then check all the boxes that apply as to whether you live in or outside the Village and whether you are on the Village Water System.   Click the SUBSCRIBE button and you’re done.  You will receive an email asking you to confirm your decision to receive these bulletins.  Once we receive your confirmation, you will be added to our mailing list to receive theses notices.  That’s it!  Please do not send an email to the village clerk as this will not add your name to the notification list.

Your privacy is important to us. Your email address will not be shared, sold or used in any other capacity and you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link on any email you receive. We hope this feature will not only help keep our residents well informed but safer during emergency situations.

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