TOWN OF POESTENKILL

Rensselaer County, New York

Welcome!

The Town of Poestenkill is a quiet, safe town located in Rensselaer County, New York - far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern urban society. With a population just over 4,500, Poestenkill is known as a "gateway" to the Rensselaer Plateau. It offers residents and visitors a unique opportunity to experience a wealth of outdoor recreation activities and easy access to some of the Plateau's most celebrated state parks, forests, and natural landmarks. Poestenkill is home to a number of unique shops, dining options, and community events. 

NEWS

UPCOMING MEETINGS

WEDNESDAY November 6, 2024 Planning Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM

November 14, 2024: Town Board Meeting/Public Hearing on Preliminary Budget @ 7:00 PM

POESTENKILL BULLETIN BOARD

TOWN OF POESTENKILL FUNDRAISER: to recognize our “LOCAL WORLD WAR II VETERAN MEMORIAL” Click HERE for more Information

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEHOLD WASTE & RECYCLING: Town of Poestenkill residents may drop off residential household garbage and recyclables to the Waste Management Transfer Station. Click HERE for more information

DISPOSING OF PAINT: Click HERE for more information. Visit www.paintcare.org/products-we-accept for a list of acceptable items

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 4, 2024: Town Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop from 4-8 PM Poestenkill Firehouse.

LINKS:

Click HERE for the 2024 Library Referendum

Click HERE for the DEC Community Update