The Town is seeking applicants to serve on 5 boards starting in 2024; respond by 12/3

CALL FOR APPLICANTS!

The Town is seeking applicants to serve on 5 boards starting in 2024.  Positions are open as follows:

1 on the Conservation Easement Review Board

1 on the Planning Board

2 on the Zoning Board of Appeals

1 on the Board of Assessmen...

Bethlehem Town Hall has 2 collection boxes for this year's Toys for Tots campaign through 12/13

The Town of Bethlehem is joining with the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots program in bringing happiness and hope to area children this holiday season.  Your gift of a new, unwrapped toy will help disadvantaged children in the Capital Reg...

Cherry Avenue Extension Multi-Use Path – Public Meeting Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 6:00 PM at Town Hall

The Town of Bethlehem has been working with residents to provide pedestrian and bicycle connectivity between hamlet areas, residential neighborhoods, and recreation facilities in Slingerlands and Delmar.  A multi-use path is proposed along the ea...

Parking Ordinance - No parking on town roads 1-7 am from 11/1 to 4/15

The town has a parking ordinance in effect each year from November 1 through April 15 whereby no vehicles are allowed to be parked on any town roads between the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. regardless of the weather.  For more information on t...

Temporary Signs Information

Town code provisions adopted in 2012 clarified the rules for temporary lawn signs often used by candidates for election, not-for-profits, civic groups or others promoting their events or causes. The town code permits the use of temporary signs on private ...

Know What´s Below Before You Dig, call for FREE underground utilities markings, it's the law

If you plan to dig or do any type of excavation or construction work, State law requires you to call Dig Safely New York 2 full working days prior to starting your work not counting the day of your call, weekends or holidays. Whether you are planning to d...

PaintCare: FREE, Easy drop-off program for paint in New York State!

The program is funded through the payment of a minimal fee at the time of purchase of new paint in NYS.  “Legacy paint” that was purchased before this program went into effect in May 2022 can be dropped off at no cost. This program was created by...

Your House/Business Number MUST be visible

IS YOUR HOUSE OR BUSINESS STREET NUMBER LEGIBLE AND VISIBLE? In accordance with the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Codes, all new and existing residential and commercial buildings are required to display a legible street number that is visibl...

Carbon Monoxide Detectors in homes MANDATORY

Beginning on February 22, 2010 all homes in New York are now required to have a carbon monoxide detector. Carbon monoxide is called the silent killer. It´s odorless, tasteless and colorless. Breath in large amount and it can kill you. Amanda´s Law is name...

Important Winter Reminders from the Department of Public Works

Important Winter Reminders from the Department of Public Works

Water Pipes & Water Meters

Due to the extreme cold winter weather, the Department of Public Works would like to remind our residents of ways to avoid frozen water pipes and meters. Property ...

What to do before, during and after gas and electrical outages

The Bethlehem Office of Emergency Management provides information on many safety issues. A National Grid Guide to Natural Gas and Electric Outage Preparation and Safety has been posted on the office's web pages that proves to be helpful year round.

Fire Hydrant Clearing Notice

Our Water Department employees work very hard to keep the fire hydrants cleared and accessible at all times.  The Town of Bethlehem has over 1600 fire hydrants spread out over many miles of the water distribution system.  If you have a f...

Deer in Spring Information and Avoid Bear Conflict

The Town of Bethlehem Police Department dispatchers often receive numerous calls of deer as well as bears seen in town.  During spring, whitetail deer habits begin to change as they become more active.  Callers have reported bears after ...

Owning, possessing or harboring of certain animals must be reported to the Town Clerk by 4/1

Under Chapter 680 of the Laws of 2002 enacted General Municipal Law Section 209-cc, requires the annual reporting of the presence of wild animals (for example, certain cats, dogs, snakes, monkeys). Each person owning, possessing or harboring a wild animal...

Reducing Human-Bear Conflicts

Bear sightings are often reported throughout the town especially in spring.  A reminder from the town's Animal Control Officer: People who think they are doing wildlife a favor by feeding them and getting them used to humans are doing th...

Use, sale or distribution of any forms of fireworks illegal in Albany County

In 2020, the Albany County legislature voted to ban both the sale and use of any form of fireworks in the county.  In addition to previous restrictions on fireworks, now any person who uses a sparkling device* can be issued a fine and any individ...

Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness

Extreme heat can be very dangerous, leading to heat stroke and death. Heat stroke occurs when your temperature rises quickly and your body cannot cool down.  It often occurs as a progression from milder heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps...

Debunked: 5 Lightning Myths That Could Kill You

(source: NBCNEWS.com, June 20, 2014) When it comes to staying safe from lightning strikes, everything you think you know is probably wrong. That’s the word from weather experts, who worry that outdated advice and persistent myths about thunder and lightni...

Bear sightings have occurred in many locations in town - Reducing Human-Bear Conflicts

Bear sightings are not uncommon in the Town of Bethlehem and can and have occurred in numerous locations.  It doesn't matter where a bear was sighted, the following is important for everyone.

A reminder from the town's Animal Control Officer: Peop...

30-day annual review period for Albany County Agricultural Districts begins February 1

Please be advised that the 30-day annual review period for Albany County Agricultural Districts begins on February 1. During this period, landowners can apply to have predominantly viable agricultural land included in a certified Agricultural District.The...

Bethlehem Food Pantry is available to all town residents

The Bethlehem Food Pantry is located at 445 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, New York at the Bethlehem Town Hall for town residents. It is run through Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc. with help from Bethlehem Senior Outreach workers and is kept stocked through the...

If you are a Senior resident, 60+, see all our Senior Services Department has to offer

Get the latest Senior Services Newsletter in the Senior Services office at Town Hall, in one of the Senior Transportation vehicles or online to find out some of the great things available to our town's senior population. Social outings to plays, musicals,...

Victim and Witness Notification Program Available

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), is committed to protecting the public and ensuring that the rights of victims are carefully observed. HSI administers a Victim Notification Program which allows eligib...

Passports can be processed at Delmar Post Office

Passport forms and information are available on the internet at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/.  Completed forms can be presented to the Delmar Post Office, 357 Delaware Avenue, for processing.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY - Cell Phone Tip

In case of emergency (ICE) is a program that enables first responders, such as paramedics, firefighters, and police officers, as well as hospital personnel, to contact the next of kin of the owner of a mobile phone to obtain important medical or support i...

2024 Summer Parks and Recreation Employment Application is available. Apply now!

The Town of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting Summer 2024 employment applications.  Employment applications are available at the Park Office or online.  Minimum age for general employment is 14.  S...

Accepting RFPs for 2024 Programs or Camps in a Town Park through 1/17/2024

If your organization is interested in running your program or camp in a Town park in the year 2024 you must fill out this Request for Proposal Form.  Any questions, contact Assistant Administrator, Heather Maltby, hmaltby@townofbethlehem.org, 518...

Middle School After-School Pit program starts 10/4, changes to schedule

The after-school Pit program at the Bethlehem Middle School starts Wednesday 10/4, with Wednesdays in October for 6th graders only.  The Pit program will operate Wednesdays and Thursdays (this is a schedule change from the original published sche...

Police Press Release - Missing Person *UPDATE*

Update 11/26:

            On November 26, 2023, Richard Ryther was located deceased in a wooded area of 822 River Rd, Glenmont. The death does not appear suspicious and the investigation remain...

Police Press Release - Pursuit

            On Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at approximately 6:23 pm, Bethlehem Police Officers were notified by the Albany County Sheriff’s Department of a larceny that had just occur...

Found dog - brindle male pit mix on 10/17 Read & River Rds Glenmont

A skittish adult male, intact (not neutered), caramel/brindle colored with white markings pit mix with no collar or tags was found on Tuesday, October 17 in the vicinity of Read and River Roads in Glenmont. 

If you are the owner, if you know who t...

Found dog - friendly brown female husky on 10/15 Hannaford parking lot, Delmar

This friendly young Female Husky was picked up Sunday night, 10/15, in the Hannaford parking lot in Delmar wearing a light Blue and Red collar.  She was scanned for a chip but no chip was located. 

If you are the owner, if you know who th...

From the BPD - Distraction Burglary Alert

An age old criminal trend has recently resurfaced in the area.  It involves criminals posing as repair service personnel (often for National Grid), contacting the homeowner and stating they are investigating a leak or service outage, complete wit...

Bethlehem Town Hall has 2 collection boxes for this year's Toys for Tots campaign through 12/13

The Town of Bethlehem is joining with the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots program in bringing happiness and hope to area children this holiday season.  Your gift of a new, unwrapped toy will help disadvantaged children in the Capital Reg...

Police Press Release - BPD officers now equipped with body worn cameras

On June 19, 2023, the Bethlehem Police Department completed phase one of a large scale project that has equipped officers in the Town of Bethlehem with body-worn cameras.  The body-worn camera project originated as one of Chief Cocchiara&rsqu...

E-Commerce Parking Exchange Zone available at Town Hall

On June 7^th, 2023 the Town of Bethlehem in partnership with the Bethlehem Police Department installed an E-Commerce Parking Exchange Zone.  When meeting others to buy or sell something from an internet post or app, it is important to take necessa...

Use, sale or distribution of any forms of fireworks illegal in Albany County

In 2020, the Albany County legislature voted to ban both the sale and use of any form of fireworks in the county.  In addition to previous restrictions on fireworks, now any person who uses a sparkling device* can be issued a fine and any individ...

Police Press Release - Body found in Delmar in 1981 has been identified

On April 3, 1981, the Bethlehem Police Department responded to a wooded area at the property line between the Vadney Farm and the Elm Avenue Town Park in Delmar after a farmer discovered the decomposed remains of an adult male.

There was no identification ...

Reducing Human-Bear Conflicts

Bear sightings are often reported throughout the town especially in spring.  A reminder from the town's Animal Control Officer: People who think they are doing wildlife a favor by feeding them and getting them used to humans are doing th...

Updates to New York State Child Safety Seat Law

Updates to Child Safety Seat Law

            Effective November 1, 2019, New York State Law has been amended requiring all children under the age of two, be restrained in a rear-facing car seat. &nb...

Join the Fun!!! with Bethlehem Senior Services

Don't miss out on some fun adventures, we still have two spots open for the Monet Immersive Experience.  We still have room for more shoppers at the Hamagrael Elementary School Craft Fair and helping the Girl Scouts earn their New Cuisin...

Preventing Medicare Fraud - If you suspect your personal information has been compromised...

MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT STARTS OCTOBER 15th and runs through DECEMBER 7th.

WATCH OUT FOR SCAMMERS WHO:

¨ Claim they work with Medicare. Medicare will never cold call you.

¨ Ask for your Medicare number, Social Security numb...