Welcome to the Town of Shandaken, NY website. We offer this site for your convenience to assist you in your visit to the Town or simply to inform you of the current activities of our little jewel here in the heart of the Catskill Park.
The Town of Shandaken is comprised of twelve hamlets; neighborhoods that are unique in geography, economies and offerings. We as a town hope to help preserve and promote these quaint hamlets, mostly nestled in the valleys throughout the Town. Most home and business owners are happy to tell you of the history of their building or the area. We have a rich history tied to American legends such as Babe Ruth, “Dutch” Schultz and others. Myths abound concerning everything from a Native American romantic tragedy to the first snowmobile to a secret stash of gold.
Mostly people enjoy the rich beauty and scenery of the area which has drawn artists from around the world and contributed to some notable movements in the arts. Some of the most picturesque scenes unfold before you if wish to climb Slide Mountain, the tallest Catskill Mountain, or take a short day hike to Giant Ledge, a perfect hike for the young ones. As nearly 75% of the Town is owned by New York State Forestlands we offer 53,897 acres of forest for your enjoyment. There are a multitude of recreational activities available for all ages from skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and cross country skiing in the winter to fishing, tubing, swimming, hiking, biking & canoeing in the summer.
Events abound in Shandaken throughout the year including the Artists’ Studio Tour, the Belleayre Music Concerts, the Rotary’s Quacker Race, Shandaken Day and the newly established Phoenicia Festival of the Voice. There is also our uniquely colorful autumnal season, a celebration of nature on its own terms.
Stop by and visit or stay for the rest of your life. We welcome you and your family to check our website for future updates and events. We’ve included pages here to direct or inform you of all that is current with the Town and some upcoming activities that you might want to know about. Thanks for visiting this site and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Warmest regards,
Robert A. Stanley
Supervisor, Town of Shandaken
Shandaken Town Hall – 7209 Rt. 28, Shandaken NY 12480
3.8 miles west of “the Eagle” on 28 Phoenicia
845-688-7165
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Memorial Day Parade: Monday May 27th. Start on Main St. Phoenicia 10am. Short Ceremony @ the Eagle. To be followed by Free Refreshments at Legion Post #950 Old 28, Phoenicia. Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Sides. ALL WELCOME!
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The Town Highway Dept. will be picking up scrap metal starting June 24th – through 27th. METAL ONLY PLEASE!!
-ALL Metal must be out by the road by JUNE 23 – Sunday.
-Pick-up Begins at West end of Town (Highmount) and proceeds East (Mt. Tremper)
-If you do not have metal ready when we pass – we will NOT return.
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5/9/13- Shandaken Day is coming soon and the Town of Shandaken is looking for suggestions from residents for the “Pride of Shandaken” (Town resident) and “Hamlet Hero” (Mt. Pleasant/ Mt. Tremper resident) Awards. Nominees are residents who have dedicated themselves over many years to the betterment of the Town of Shandaken and volunteer organizations. These are residents who have shown efforts and time over and above the average citizen for a prolonged period without expectation of any thanks or recognition. Please submit one (1) nominee for each award. The Shandaken Day committee will make a selection from nominees and will announce the recipients immediately prior to Shandaken Day to be celebrated on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at the future site of the Catskill Interpretive Center to be located on Rte. 28 in Mt. Tremper. Suggestions should be submitted to:
shandakensupervisor@yahoo.com or calling (845) 688-7165.
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Annual SENIOR PROM @ Parish Hall – Thurs. May 23rd. 4:30.
FREE to Senior Citizens! Full Dinner prepared & served by Onteora DECA Students & Local Restaurants. Sponsored by Phoenicia Rotary – (also celebrating their 60th yr.). More info or to reserve: Call Ken @ 688-5944.
The Town of Shandaken is seeking qualified Summer Camp Counselors (ages 17 & up) and Junior Counselors (ages 15 & 16) for their “Summer Recreation Program” - 6 week program starting July 9 – ending Aug. 15th, 2013. 3 days week @ 175. For 1st time Counselors, $200 wk for returning counselors. Jr Counselors @ no compensation, and that job applications can be found in the Town Clerk’s office or online at www.co.ulster.ny.us/personnel/application.pdf
Applications must be returned to Shandaken Town Hall, 7209 Rt. 28 – PO Box 134, Shandaken, NY 12480, no later than Monday June 3rd at 3pm.
Applications to sign up for the Summer Rec Program will soon be mailed out to all Shandaken Postal Patrons & be available at the Town Hall. When available – we will post a link to registration form here.
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We use Facebook as a newspaper! Check out the Town’s Facebook page for regular updates of Town Events & Happenings!
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Online Hunter Safety Course – Register NOW!
April 13th – by Upper Esopus Fish & Game Club
To Register call: Tom Bruck 845-338-0834 or Bruce Freligh 246-6309
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4th Annual Ashokan Watershed Conference - FREE – Saturday April 27th 9am-3pm. Register Online by April 19 or call 845-688-3047
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*Announcement for Homeowners with Water Wells*
• Are you a homeowner with a private water well? • Would you like to learn more about your well and how to best protect and care for it? Please join us for a FREE Online webinar for Homeowners with Water Wells.
Enroll Now! Webinars are March 27, April 17 & May 8th. *Click Logo above
We NOW take Credit & Debit cards at the Town of Shandaken Clerk’s Office. Accepting at our window, over the phone, through Mail, Email & Fax. Call us for more info 845-688-5004
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WE WANT YOUR INPUT! The Parks and recreation comprehensive 10 year master plan is a document proposing improvements to the town of Shandaken’s parks and recreational programs over the next 10 years. This document was a collaborative effort of the parks and recreation volunteer board with Gilmour planning who was funded by a Greenway Grant. The board utilized public input from surveys mailed last spring as well as public meetings. Comments to the draft will be reviewed and accepted until the end of March 2013. click on below to view the report.
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Town of Shandaken Meetings are now Videocast on YouTube
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It is the responsibility of all property owners to clearly mark their address so that emergency responders can find you in case of an emergency. Your “Fire Number” is the same as your address number. If you are not sure, check your property tax bill. Address numbers should be posted over or near the main entrace or on a mailbox. Click below for more info:
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Emergency Surveys & Info Letters
will be mailed out this month. Click on below for sneak peak or to print out now and mail in.
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Town of Shandaken Meetings are now Videocast on YouTube
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Thanks to American Legion Post #950 for their Annual Children’s Christmas Party! Santa, Mrs. Claus, Face Painting, Food, & a Magician! A wonderful Event.
Thanks to all who donated toward the “Painting of the Church.” Phoenicia United Methodist Church looks Wonderful!
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Belleayre Mtn. Ski Center – Opens Saturday!
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If you need to Apply for HEAP – Home Energy Assistance Program – or need help filling out the form: We will have someone here at the Town Hall – Next Friday Dec. 7th from 10am to Noon. Stop by. You may download the form here. Call Town Clerk’s office for more info 845-688-5004
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This yrs. Turkey Trot Fund Raiser was a HUGE Success! Organized by Heather Roberts & Patti Rudge.
They raised over $4,000. for the Shandaken Food Pantry. There were 400 registrants. 2 Mile course winners: Rowan Cruickshank & Cara Rosatto Banks. Ben Fleming won the Bike Raffle. Phoenicia PTA won the Team Competition. Everyone had a great day raising money for a wonderful cause!
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With Thanksgiving approaching.. all of us, here at the Town Hall, would like to thank our community groups and the people who devote their time in them that help make our Town such a wonderful place to live! We know you volunteer your time or go above and beyond a paycheck & even though you don’t always get enough credit..
WE All APPRECIATE You & Sincerely Thank You All for your hard work!
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Please use caution when hiking: Be Visible, Be Aware, Respect One Another. If you hike with your dog - put a fluorescent orange vest, collar, leash, and/or bandana on your pooch too.
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Sandy Relief Donations for Lower NY:
Drop off - Starting Monday (Closed Election Day) 10a-4p @ SHARP Committee, 98 Main Street, Phoenicia 688-5777
What’s Needed: Bottled Water - Batteries - NEW Bedding NEW Clothing
Non-Perishable Foods – that require no refrigeration or cooking such as peanut butter, jelly, tuna fish, sardines, crackers, baby food, pet food, toilet paper, paper towels, diapers (for young and old).Any/All Basic Toiletries must be in Closed Containers
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Starting Thursday! Oct. 11 – Electronics Recycling at Town Hall. Bins are located to the far right of Dog Shelter. Available during regular Recycling days Mon, Thur & Sat 7:30-12:30
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Look What We Found! Shandaken Bicentennial Booklets.
Packed full of local lore, history & info!
6″ x 9″ Booklet – 34 pgs of great stuff
Just $5. call or stop by Town Clerks office
845-688-5004
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Pine Hill Historic District Listed on National Register of Historic Places.
Business & Home owners in this area, Pine Hill Historic District, Main, Academy, Elm, & Mill Sts., Bonnieview Ave., Pine Hill, Salomone, Station, & Old Turnpike Rds., may qualify for state income tax benefits for approved work. See Info Here
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Shandaken Day T-Shirts Still On Sale @ Town Hall $10
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We use Facebook as a newspaper! Check out the Town’s Facebook page for regular updates of Town Events & Happenings!
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Glenbrook Park Cell Tower is NOW ACTIVE
AT&T Service: All of Rt. 42 up to Westkill, Along Rt. 28 from Broadstreet Hollow to Big Indian.
Still waiting to hear from Verizon & other carriers
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The Town has been working with Tetra Tech, Inc. to create a flood mitigation plan specific for our town in order to address mitigation projects to protect us from future disasters. Please take ten minutes to fill out the survey (linked below) on-line or print it out and mail it in to the Town.
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Town of Shandaken – Town Hall Rt. 28
Now offers FREE Wi-Fi Hotspot – Use cell phone or connect to Internet!
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The Town of Shandaken, along with other Rte. 28 Municipalities are in consideration of submitting application for Rte. 28 to be designated a Scenic Byway. The Catskill Collaborative, responsible for the application has created a Draft of a Corridor Management Plan. They are currently working on redrafting the document. Below is the originally proposed Draft Plan.
Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway CMP Draft
Letter to Elected Officials- RE Scenic Byway — April 2012
Collaborative Recs and Partnership Projects -April 2012
Cats Collaborative Scenic Byway Responses – April 19, 2012
If you have further comments please click here to contact the
Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce
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Town Hall Landscape Project
We are seeking donations for landscaping the Town Hall Building.
We would like to plant several Alberta Spruce in front of the Town Hall with some Perennials in between. Also would like to place a small wall around these. Flowers should be planted in the flower boxes at front & rear of building.. Also Flag Pole area needs attention.
After we have enough funds – we will need volunteers to help with the planting. Any Landscapers willing to donate their services or materials?
Please contact the Parks & Rec Dept. at 845-688-5004
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If you have a Verizon Wi-Fi Network Extender at your home:
Please contact Shandaken Ambulance with this life saving information!
688-7188 – email: car78@shandakenambulance.org
We would like to compile a confidential list of locations where our paramedics can transmit cardiac info to receiving hospitals – while in transit with patients. This can be done by momentarily stopping in front of the business or home and connecting to the extender from the cardiac monitor while still in the Ambulance.
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