Residential Data Improvement Project - *8/12 update* Appraisers taking photos

Update August 12, 2020

In conjunction with the residential data recollection project, an appraiser from GAR Associates will be driving around town taking pictures of properties for the next several weeks. This week, the appraiser will be driving a white Ac...

Route 9W Center Turn Lane Construction at Glenmont Plaza – Expected to Begin August 10

During the week of August 10^th, Benderson Development (owner of Glenmont Plaza) is expected to begin work installing a two-way center turn lane along Route 9W adjacent to the Plaza property.  To accommodate the turn lane, the work will occur on t...

Bethlehem IDA Developing COVID-19 Small Business Grant Program

The Bethlehem IDA is currently developing a COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Grant Program to be used to reimburse the costs incurred of personal protective equipment (PPE) and fixtures necessary to prevent the spread of the disease as businesses reopen....

Work to Continue on Overhead Utility Line Relocation for Glenmont Roundabout Project

Work to Continue on Overhead Utility Line Relocation for Glenmont Roundabout Project

National Grid continues to work on relocation of utility poles and overhead power lines, with completion of work expected by July 10^th.  Once complete, other util...

Police Press Release - Bethlehem Police Offer Consolidated Services in Wake of MeTooBethlehem Posts

July 1, 2020

The Bethlehem Police Department is aware of a recently added Instagram profile entitled “Me Too Bethlehem”.  In barely twenty-four hours, over one hundred anonymous reports have been published on this account that ...

Domestic Violence/Abuse Telephone Numbers and Resources

As we all deal with the multiple effects that COVID-19 is having on us, the Bethlehem Police Department, and many other local law enforcement agencies are seeing a substantial increase in domestic violence related offenses and incidents. Know that there i...

From the BPD - Are any fireworks legal in New York State?

With the the summer upon us, there have been many questions on legal and illegal fireworks.  The Bethlehem Police Department would like to clarify what fireworks are legal, and which are not.  Due to recent changes by the legislature the...

2020 Bethlehem Police Department (Virtual) Awards Ceremony

2020 Bethlehem Police Department Virtual Awards Ceremony

Due to COVID-19 the Bethlehem Police Department was unable to host its annual awards ceremony. This awards ceremony honors the excellent efforts of our members, and is a tribute to the hard work, ded...

Compost Facility sold out of certain products

Due to unprecedented demand this spring, the Compost Facility only has limited products available at this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

STILL AVAILABLE while supplies last:

• Shoveling (FREE): Dark Wood Mulch—a VERY s...

Important Court Appearance Notification as it relates to COVID-19 - UPDATED 6/9

Update 6/9/2020

Hello, thank you for reaching out to the Town of Bethlehem Justice Court located at 447 Delaware Avenue Delmar, NY 12054. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm. Please note, at this time all court sessions have been postpo...

Help Wanted - School Crossing Guards

School Crossing Guards

The Town of Bethlehem is seeking candidates to work as School Crossing Guards. Primary duties/knowledge include the following:

• Direct or escort pedestrian students across streets, stopping traffic as necessary.
• Guide or control vehicul...

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...

NYS Dept of Transportation Project - work on State Rte 140 bridge; lane closures expected

The New York State Department of Transportation will be conducting rehabilitation of the State Route 140 (Cherry Avenue Extension) bridge, over the Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail, just north of the intersection of Kenwood Avenue.  This essential co...

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...

Avoid Bear Conflict and Deer in Spring Information

The Town of Bethlehem Police Department dispatchers have received numerous calls of bears seen in town so far this year.  Many callers have reported the bear was after the bird feeder and/or garbage.  Please follow the precautions as not...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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.

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 ...

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...

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...

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.

Attention Elementary School Teachers - Bring Local History into Your Classroom

Bring local history into your classroom. Native Americans in Bethlehem and Cutting Ice: Big Business in Bethlehem address the needs of Social Studies Standard 1: History of the United States and New York. Contact Susan Leath at sleath@townofbethlehem.org ...

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...

Splash Pads Open Monday, July 13 at Elm Avenue Park

What to know before you arrive

• Hours of operation – 11 am - 4 pm, 7 days a week
  • No official closing date yet
  • Please limit your visits to 1 hour maximum
• Masks will be required to enter and whenever you are within 6 feet of another person
  • Mask must be ...

Elm Avenue Park Pool Complex closed for Summer 2020

Elm Avenue Park Pool Complex closed for Summer 2020.  We are currently planning to open the splash pads only.  Date to be determined.

Parks are open but... *UPDATE* 5/22

May 22, 2020

Elm Avenue Park Pool Complex closed indefinitely for Summer 2020

May 15, 2020

• The lottery spin for summer program registration has been postponed until June 12
• Programs and events have been canceled through June 30, with the exception of our virt...

Police Press Release - Bethlehem Police Arrest Albany Man for 5 Burglaries

            On Saturday, August 8^th and Sunday, August 9^th, the Bethlehem Police Department received multiple reports of commercial and residential burglaries in the area of Delaware Avenue and Kenwood...

Police Press Release - Bethlehem Police Investigating Two Suspected Drug Related Overdose Fatalities

August 1, 2020

            The Bethlehem Police Department is currently investigating two fatal suspected drug overdoses that have occurred within the last twenty-four hours in Delmar.  In the ...

Police Press Release - Bethlehem Police Make Arrests in Yearlong Burglary Investigation

            The Bethlehem Police Department has made two arrests after a yearlong investigation into a Glenmont burglary.  On July 15, 2019, at 3:44AM, the Bethlehem Police Department responde...

Police Press Release - Bethlehem Police Arrest Troy Man for Sex Offenses Involving Juveniles

             On Thursday, July 23, 2020, at 2:58AM, members of the Bethlehem Police Department located an occupied parked vehicle in the rear of the closed Elm Avenue Town Park.  Upon...

Police Press Release - Bethlehem Police Offer Consolidated Services in Wake of MeTooBethlehem Posts

July 1, 2020

The Bethlehem Police Department is aware of a recently added Instagram profile entitled “Me Too Bethlehem”.  In barely twenty-four hours, over one hundred anonymous reports have been published on this account that ...

2020 Bethlehem Police Department (Virtual) Awards Ceremony

2020 Bethlehem Police Department Virtual Awards Ceremony

Due to COVID-19 the Bethlehem Police Department was unable to host its annual awards ceremony. This awards ceremony honors the excellent efforts of our members, and is a tribute to the hard work, ded...

Bethlehem Police Department Case 81-V-28-0026 – Unidentified Human Remains

Bethlehem Police Department Case 81-V-28-0026 – Unidentified Human Remains

The Bethlehem Police Department continues to investigate the 1981 finding of human remains, in an effort to identify the decedent.

DNA of the decedent is now on file, howev...

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...

Police Press Release - Are any fireworks legal in New York State?

With the the summer upon us, there have been many questions on legal and illegal fireworks.  The Bethlehem Police Department would like to clarify what fireworks are legal, and which are not.  Due to recent changes by the legislature the...

Senior Programs and Services UPDATED 6/25/20

6/25/2020 Update

Please refer to the Senior Services Newsletter for available programs and services for the months of July and August. For information on an activity or service that is not listed in the newsletter, please call our offices at 518-439-4955 e...

Food Pantry information

The food pantry is OPEN, but with some changes. We will continue to take appointments for the regular pantry hours. When you call to make the appointment you will be asked what essentials you need and what you do not want. The bags will be packed for you....