Senior Services needs your help; please take a short survey by 6/30 regarding transportation

The Town of Bethlehem Senior Services and Capital District Transportation Committee and its partners, are updating the regional Coordinated Public Transit – Human Services Transportation Plan for the Capital Region and need to hear from you about your tra...

Help Desk Technician (IT) wanted

The Town of Bethlehem Management of Information Services (IT) Department is seeking candidates for the position of Help Desk Technician.  Primary duties include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Receives requests for support servic...

Delaware Avenue Complete Streets Public Meeting – Thursday 6/15, 6:30 pm

When: Thursday, June 15, 2023, 6:30 pm

Where: Elsmere Elementary School, 247 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, NY  12054

Delaware Avenue is one of Bethlehem's primary streets, connecting the town to the City of Albany to the east and the more rura...

Help Wanted - Telecommunicator/9-1-1 Dispatcher (Transfer) in Police Department

The Town of Bethlehem Police Department is seeking candidates for a Telecommunicator.  We are specifically looking for a person who is currently a Telecommunicator with Albany County Civil Service competitive status and has at least one (1) year ...

Part-time Help Wanted - Part-Time Telecommunicator/9-1-1 Dispatcher in Police Department

The Town of Bethlehem Police Department is seeking candidates for a Part-Time Telecommunicator.  This job involves responsibility for receiving all emergency calls made to the Town and for dispatching the personnel and equipment in accordance wit...

Assistant Town Attorney/Prosecutor wanted

The Town of Bethlehem is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Town Attorney.   The appointment will be made by the Bethlehem Town Board. The Town Board seeks to appoint an individual to fulfill the roll of Town Prosecuto...

Zoning Update underway. Participate in a few ways by Friday, June 23, 2023

The public workshop on May 31, 2023 kicked-off the Town’s efforts to update the zoning code and land use regulations to address the vision established by the 2022 Comprehensive Plan. 

Visit the Zoning Update project website to provide yo...

Help Wanted - Equipment Operator I - Highway Department

The Town of Bethlehem is seeking candidates for an Equipment Operator I in our Highway Department.  Primary duties include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Operates dump truck hauling sand, gravel, cement, stone, dirt, and other m...

Request for Interest in Serving on the Bethlehem Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

Request for Interest in Serving on the Bethlehem Industrial Development Agency (IDA)

The Bethlehem Town Board will be considering candidates for appointment to the Bethlehem Industrial Development Agency (BIDA) board. BIDA is an independent agency authoriz...

Save the Dates – Upcoming Public Meetings for Blessing Road, Zoning Law Update, and Delaware Ave

Please save the dates below in May and June for upcoming public meetings related to the Blessing Road Pedestrian Path, Zoning Law Update, and Delaware Avenue Complete Streets project.  Each of these projects addresses key themes from the Town&...

Help Wanted - Seasonal Laborers in Highway Department

The Town of Bethlehem Highway Department is seeking Seasonal Laborers who are at least 18 years of age to perform manual tasks based on the season.  These tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Collecting brush, branches, containerized grass ...

New Scotland Road Bridge Improvement Project

This is an ALBANY COUNTY DPW project, please click on the Additional Info link for more information or visit https://www.albanycounty.com/departments/public-works/rail-trail-bridge-project

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 ...

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...

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 ...

Newsletter Sign-Up: Port of Albany Offshore Wind Project Updates

Newsletter Sign-Up: Port of Albany Offshore Wind Project Updates

The Port of Albany is launching an e-newsletter (sign up here) to provide regular updates about site activity and construction of the offshore wind tower manufacturing facility. The newslette...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Did you know you can now opt-in for text message updates regarding program changes or cancellations?

Did you know you can now opt-in for text message updates regarding program changes or cancellations?

Click here to opt-in!

Thursdays in the Park - June 15, 6 pm - Robert Rogers Puppet Company at Elm Avenue Park

Thursdays in the Park

The Parks and Recreation Department, Bethlehem Public Library, Friends of Bethlehem Public Library and Friends of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation are teaming up to bring back our popular “Thursdays in the Park” event series!  ...

Fire at Equinox Court, Delmar leaves 8 families displaced *UPDATE 6/02*

Update 6/02:

On Friday, June 2, 2023, the Bethlehem Police Department arrested Juan W. Miranda, age 35 of Delmar, for Making a False Written Statement (misdemeanor) in connection with the May 30, 2023 structure fire at Equinox Ct, Delmar.

Miranda is being c...

Part-time Help Wanted - Part-Time Telecommunicator/9-1-1 Dispatcher in Police Department

The Town of Bethlehem Police Department is seeking candidates for a Part-Time Telecommunicator.  This job involves responsibility for receiving all emergency calls made to the Town and for dispatching the personnel and equipment in accordance wit...

Help Wanted - Telecommunicator/9-1-1 Dispatcher (Transfer) in Police Department

The Town of Bethlehem Police Department is seeking candidates for a Telecommunicator.  We are specifically looking for a person who is currently a Telecommunicator with Albany County Civil Service competitive status and has at least one (1) year ...

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...

Senior Services needs your help; please take a short survey by 6/30 regarding transportation

The Town of Bethlehem Senior Services and Capital District Transportation Committee and its partners, are updating the regional Coordinated Public Transit – Human Services Transportation Plan for the Capital Region and need to hear from you abou...

Join the Fun!!! with Bethlehem Senior Services

Don't Miss The Fun!  We still have some openings for our Ikebana 101 Flower Camp class on Friday, June 9th, along with openings on the Master Gardner and Keyhole Compost tour and picnic at the Cornell Cooperative Extension in Voorheesvil...

Financial Literacy CANCELLED - will resume on a quarterly basis beginning 7/14

Financial Literacy is cancelled this month and will resume on a quarterly basis beginning, Friday, July 14th from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. by appointment preferred, but walk ins are allowed. 

Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group will now be held at the Presbyterian Church in Delmar

The location of the Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group has changed and will be held at The Presbyterian Church, 585 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY.  This change is starting with the April 11th meeting and will be reflected in the ...

Newsletter Sign-Up: Port of Albany Offshore Wind Project Updates

Newsletter Sign-Up: Port of Albany Offshore Wind Project Updates

The Port of Albany is launching an e-newsletter (sign up here) to provide regular updates about site activity and construction of the offshore wind tower manufacturing facility. The newslette...