Stillwater Family Days May 31 and June 1

Posted 5/18/13

The annual Stillwater Family Days will be held at Riverside Veterans Park the weekend of Friday, May 31, 5-10 p.m., and Saturday, June 1, Noon to 9:30 p.m., with rides, games, food, shows, pony rides and petty zoo, exhibitis, fireworks and more. VIEW FAMILY DAY SCHEDULE

Work to resume on village sidewalk project

Posted 5/9/13

Work is scheduled to resume on the village sidewalk construction project on Route 4 near Stillwater Central School after crews shut down operations for the winter. Engineers notified the village recently of a May 20 restart date. Expect some traffic delays in the area. VIEW PHOTO GALLERY OF WORK FROM LAST FALL

Spring is in bloom for April Stillwater Senior Time Program

Posted 5/5/13

Spring was in bloom as a large group gathered for Stillwater's monthly Senior Time Program on Friday, April 26, at The Stillwater Area Community Center. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Village Trustees pass $1.7 million budget with no tax increase

Posted 4/18/13

The Stillwater Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $1.7 million village budget Tuesday night that holds the line on property taxes and water rates for the 2013-2014 fiscal year. FULL STORY

Stillwater March Senior Time event focuses on Easter theme

Posted 4/2/13

About 25 residents attended the March Stillwater Senior Socialization Program held the last Friday of each month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Stillwater Area Community Center. Easter was this month's theme. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Important notice about changes in village EDU water payments

Posted 4/2/13

Village Property Owners: The village EDU water rent charge is $220 per year, per one-family dwelling. Last year, EDU charges were billed as part of the village property tax bills. From here forward, EDU charges will be split on the water bills, half on the April billing and half on the October water billing. The Village Clerk's office will have extended hours in April from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the collection of water payments.

Engineering firm presents blue prints to Trustees on proposed Town Office move

Posted 3/21/13

The Stillwater Village Board of Trustees heard its second report in as many months during its meeting March 19 on plans to move the Town Offices to the church hall of the former St. Peter The Apostle Parish on Hudson Avenue. FULL STORY

Trustees Collins and Vomacka elected to new terms on Village Board

Posted 3/20/13

Two incumbents running unopposed in Tuesday's general election for the Stillwater Village Board of Trustees were re-elected to new four-year terms. Keith R. Collins (19 votes) and Ellen Vomacka (23 votes), both first elected to the board in 2009, will continue on the board through 2017. VIEW BIOS

A great ice skating season comes to an end

Posted 3/18/13

Message from the Zamboni Brothers: Well, another winter has gone by as well as the ice for skating. We would like to thank everyone who joined in the fun and helped us have another successful season. The Zamboni Brothers learned a lot about making ice, too. Faced with a liner that the mice had eaten, we were pretty busy trying to keep water in the rink. The American Legion is going to update their barbecue pit so we can have bonfires during our next WinterFest and perhaps on weekends. We are in process of buying a new liner for next year and making upgrades to the courts for the summer. Thanks again for your support, keep those skates sharp and ready for next season.

Community Center exploring community gardens concept

Posted 3/2/13

Stillwater village residents may soon have a place to grow their own fruits and vegetables if area planners get the financial backing to start up a community garden project. Plans for the community garden were unveiled before the village Board of Trustees in February by Stillwater Area Community Center Executive Director Madeline Patterson, who said her staff is applying for grants to fund the initiative. FULL STORY

Senior Time group honors American presidents at February event

Posted 2/24/13

About 25 residents attended the February Stillwater Senior Socialization Program held the last Friday of each month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Stillwater Area Community Center. February was a presidents' birthday theme luncheon with some of our presidents' favorite foods like George Washington cherry cobbler, Martha Washington fudge, Teddy Roosevelt hot dogs, and President Obama Chili and Abraham Lincoln coleslaw. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Village Trustees hear plans for moving town offices to St. Peter's parish hall

Posted 2/21/13

The Town of Stillwater will be submitting plans to the village Planning Board in the next week or two for approval to move the town offices to the church hall of the former St. Peter The Apostle Parish on Hudson Avenue. Stillwater Town Supervisor Edward Kinowski told the Village Board of Trustees Tuesday night (February 19) that the town has been negotiating with the Albany Roman Catholic Diocese for months and is hoping to sign an agreement within the next few days to lease the church property for the next five to 10 years. FULL STORY

Lawrence Allen appointed new village Code Enforcement Officer

Posted 2/20/13

After a two-month search, Lawrence Allen has been appointed new Code Enforcement Officer for the Village of Stillwater. Allen replaces Lynn Goman, who retired in December. FULL STORY

Village hosts WinterFest 2013: Families brave the cold for a day of fun

Posted 2/17/13

A nice crowd braved the cold weather and biting winds for the Village of Stillwater's second annual WinterFest held on Sunday afternoon, February 17th, at the village ice rink on American Legion Way. Keeping everyone warm was a fire pit, free cookies and hot chocolate provided by the Village Board, and the annual Chili Cook-Off sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary from Post 490. The Stillwater Central School's Booster Club was also on hand selling a variety of food and drinks. The day included lots of ice skating, hockey, games, music, and more. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Trustees approve new aeration system to lower drinking water 'disinfection byproducts'

Posted 1/18/13

To help lower the unwanted formation of “disinfection byproducts” in the village’s drinking water supply, the Village Board of Trustees voted Tuesday (January 15) to purchase and install a new state-of-the-art aeration system for one of its water holding tanks. FULL STORY

An importance notice to residents about the village's drinking water supply

Posted 1/9/13

Please click here (pdf) for an importance notice regarding the Village of Stillwater's drinking water supply.

Village ice rink open for winter season

Posted 1/7/13

The village ice skating rink is now open for operation, thanks once again this year to the efforts of the Zamboni Brothers. The rink is located at the basketball courts next to the American Legion. It is open free to the Village and Town residents with unlimited hours of operation for day and night skating. FULL STORY

2011-2012 independent audit report reveals village in strong fiscal health

Posted 12/29/12

The Village of Stillwater is in strong fiscal health, according to an independent audit of village finances for the 2011-2012 budgeting year. That was the official opinion of the audit firm of Bollam, Sheedy, Torani & Co. (BST) of Albany. “We’re giving you the highest level of assurance you can get from an independent CPA,” said BST’s William Freitag, CPA, who presented the audit report to the Board of Trustees at its December 18 meeting. FULL STORY

Holiday party highlights December Stillwater Senior Socialization Program

Posted 12/27/12

About 25 residents attended the December Stillwater Senior Socialization Program held the last Friday of each month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Stillwater Area Community Center. December was the annual Christmas party. The group enjoyed a complimentary lunch, worked on an activity together making holiday ornaments, played trivia games and participated in a Chinese grab bag. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Village stands up in support of fallen soldier Denier

Posted 12/11/12

In loving memory of Marine Lance Corporal Anthony Denier of Mechanicville, who died in December while serving his country in Afghanistan, village residents showed their respect by standing along Route 4 Tuesday morning while the funeral procession passed through Stillwater on the way to the Gerald Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Rest in peace, marine.

Please sign up today for the Saratoga County emergency alert system

Posted 12/5/12

Please sign up today for the Saratoga County emergency alert system. The system will provide emergency and important community alert messages to your cell phone, email, text messaging or TDD number. Don't be left out of the loop! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Village lights Christmas tree officially kicking off holiday season

Posted 12/2/12

Dozens braved the rain early Sunday evening and gathered at Stiillwater's Community Park for the annual lighting of the village Christmas tree, officially kicking off the holiday season. Residents gathered under umbrellas to view the lights and sing holiday carols. Happy Holidays everyone! VIEW MORE PHOTOS

November Senior Socialization Program features food, conversation, holiday caroling & activities

Posted 12/2/12

About 20 residents attended the November 30 Stillwater Senior Socialization Program held the last Friday of each month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Stillwater Area Community Center. The group enjoyed catching up with one another and sharing a complimentary lunch provided by the village. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Special holiday greetings from the staff of the Stillwater Blockhouse

Posted 12/1/12

The staff of the Stillwater Blockhouse offers these holiday greetings and a sincere thank you for all your support in 2012. VIEW HOLIDAY GREETING (PDF)

Crews begin first phase of sidewalk project near Stillwater school

Posted 11/21/12

Construction crews begin the first phase of the long-awaited sidewalk construction project along Route 4 outside Stillwater Central Schools this fall. Work will continue until it is complete in the spring. Plans call for installing 2,350 feet of new sidewalks and curbing on the east side of the road, and 2,000 feet along the west side of the road — traveling south from the school to meet the existing village sidewalks. The grant-funded project was undertaken by the village to protect children walking to school every day. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Village Trustees hear update on sewer system upgrades and sidewalk project

Posted 11/21/12

Progress continues to be made on two major village construction projects, the Board of Trustees learned Tuesday night (November 20), upgrading and repairing the sewer system village-wide and installing new sidewalks and drainage along Route 4 near Stillwater Central Schools. FULL STORY

Residents weigh in on their future priorities for the Village of Stillwater

Posted 11/20/12

Stillwater’s Comprehensive Planning Committee is in the process of reviewing the results of an online survey that had been ongoing on this website since May as it looks to residents to help shape the future of the village. FULL STORY

Village hosts inaugural Fall Festival

Posted 10/28/12

The Village of Stillwater hosted its unaugural Fall Festival on Saturday, October 27. Visitors strolled along Hudson Avenue to learn more about local non-profit groups, sample a variety of food offering, donate to the local food pantry or stop by the Blockhouse and vote for their favorite scarecrow. The Newland-Wood Fire Department was the scene of a haunted house, the American Legion Post 490 held a chicken barbecue, the police department sponsored a scavenger hunt, and The Stillwater Area Community Center hosted a variety of children's games and activities throughout the day, highlighted by a Halloween costume contest and parade through the village. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY OF THIS EVENT

Village to fight park vandalism with new surveillance cameras

Posted 10/17/12

The Village Board of Trustees agreed Tuesday night (October 16) to counter a history of vandalism at its recreation areas by installing surveillance cameras that will keep a constant watch over public property. Trustee Ellen Vomacka said the village is partnering with the American Legion Earl J. Manning Post 490 to purchase and erect cameras at four different locations overseeing the basketball/tennis courts and ice rinks. FULL STORY

Trustees award near $400,000 contract for Route 4 sidewalk/storm sewer project

Posted 9/20/12

The Village Board of Trustees awarded a nearly $400,000 construction contract Tuesday night (September 18) for the long-awaited Route 4 sidewalk/storm sewer construction project leading to and from Stillwater Central School. The lowest of eight bidders for the work was A.J. Catalfamo Construction of Hudson Falls with a bid of $397,276. The work is expected to begin in three to four weeks and be completed within 40 days. FULL STORY

Stillwater gathers for annual 9/11 ceremony

Posted 9/13/12

The Stillwater Blockhouse was the scene of the 11th annual commemoration ceremony to remember the victims of the 9/11 bombing of the World Trade Center in 2001. Joining the friends and family of Dani Moore Tatum, who gather each year to mourn her loss on that tragic day, were members of the Stillwater American Legion Post 490, the Hoosic Valley Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Boy Scout Troop No. 35, and village and town dignitaries. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY OF THIS EVENT

Long-awaited sidewalk project out to bid

Posted 9/4/12

A long-awaited sidewalk construction project leading to and from Stillwater Central School will finally become a reality, the village announced recently. Village Trustee Ellen Vomacka said years of planning and delay hurdles by state and federal authorities have been cleared and final approval for the project has been granted by the New York State Department of Transportation. FULL STORY

Summer learning at the Stillwater Blockhouse

Posted 8/23/12

Children from the Stillwater Area Community Center’s summer enrichment program had an opportunity to visit the Stillwater Blockhouse recently and learn a little about the history of the area. The children were broken up into groups and spent time at five different educational stations. FULL STORY

Trustees hear website report: Nearly 1,400 people visit site since spring launch

Posted 8/18/12

Nearly 1,400 people have visited the Village of Stillwater website since it was first launched last spring and the numbers continue to grow, the Village Board learned Thursday (August 16) night. The site has had a total of 2,093 visits since debuting on April 1, according Google Analytics — a program which keeps statistics on the site. Of those visits, 1,346 were “unique” or completely different visitors logging on. FULL STORY

Take a step back in Stillwater history

Posted 8/1/12

Take a step back into yesteryear by viewing our last website addition — our historic photo galleries. This is a pictorial view of what shaped the history of the Stillwater, New York— the people, architecture and community. VIEW HISTORIC PHOTO GALLERIES OR VISIT OUR HISTORIAN'S PAGE

Village Board reviews insurance plan, premium costs lower than 5 years ago

Posted 7/18/12

The village will pay less for property and liability insurance in 2012-2013 than it did five years ago, according to a report presented to the Village Board of Trustees Tuesday night (July 17). The village’s one-year renewal insurance premium beginning this July will be $24,867, up slightly from last year’s premium of $24,207, said David Meager, representing village insurance carrier Adirondack Trust Insurance of Saratoga Spring. But despite increasing coverage over the years such as adding more buildings to the policy, raising coverage limits and taking on a Computer Fraud policy, the village is actually paying less than it did in 2008-2009 when the policy cost $24,966. MORE

Lifelong Stillwater resident appointed new Village Clerk

Posted 7/18/12

A lifelong Stillwater resident has returned to her roots professionally to become the new Village Clerk. After a one-month search, village officials appointed Sheristin “Sher” Tedesco to the position beginning Monday, July 16, replacing Patti Ryan, who resigned in June. MORE

 

Large crowd gathers over weekend for annual Stillwater Family Day

Posted 6/2/12

A large crowd turned out over the weekend for the annual Stillwater Family Day celebration held Friday and Saturday at its new location Riverside Veterans Park. The event included rides, games, food, crafters, face painting, a petting zoo, exhibiits, live music, fireworks and more. VIEW A PHOTO GALLERY

Village joins Community Center in launching Senior Socialization Program

Posted 5/29/12

The Village of Stillwater and The Stillwater Area Community Center launched its new Senior Socializing Program on Friday, May 25. The program, in the planning stages for many months, will be held on the last Friday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at The Stillwater Area Community Center. MORE

Village Board holds reorganizational meeting for fiscal year 2012-2013

Posted 5/17/12

The Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on May 15 and made committee appointments and passed reorganization resolutions for fiscal year 2012-2013. Former Superintendent of Public Works, Robert Gerasia, was reappointed to that position after a two-year absence, replacing John Scott. VIEW OTHER APPOINTMENTS & RESOLUTIONS (PDF)

Trustees approve sewer rehab bids

Posted 5/10/12

The Board of Trustees approved resolutions (pdf) Tuesday night (May 8) awarding $1.8 million in contracts to four lower bidders to make upgrades and repairs this year to the sewer systems in the village and in the town’s Castle Cliffs Sewer District. MORE

Trustees approve higher water rents/usage rates

Posted 4/26/12

In a move that will help spread out the price of the village's multi-million dollar water line project, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously at a special meeting Tuesday night in favor of increasing water rents, costing most village property owners an additional $220 a year. The increase is needed to pay off a 38-year loan on a recently installed water pipeline that draws water from the Saratoga County Water Authority. Village water usage rates were also raised. MORE