The Village of Voorheesville

09/30/2026

Brush pickup will NOW run through FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2. After that date, please refrain from placing large limbs or brush at the curb.

The Village DPW collects brush placed at the roadside curb as their schedule allows. This includes bagged lawn debris, but please ensure bags weigh no more than 40 pounds. If rain is expected or clippings are wet, double‑bag to prevent tearing.

During October, DPW will continue to collect small bundles of sticks tied together and no longer than 3 feet. Unless a major storm event occurs, there will be NO further large‑limb pickup after October 2.

Portable basketball hoops must be moved out of the street before October 5. If a hoop blocks the roadway, crews will not be able to pick up leaves at that location.

Beginning October 5, 2026:

DPW will switch to heavy equipment for collecting leaves raked to the curb. Please rake leaves to the curb, not into the street or onto sidewalks.

To protect our leaf vacuum and maintain efficient service, keep rocks and other debris out of leaf piles. If possible, coordinate with your neighbors and rake on the same day to reduce repeated trips through the same areas; if you notice your neighbor raking, this is an ideal time to finish your yard as well.

Leaf collection, whether raked or bagged, will continue until the first snowfall.

For more information, contact Brett Hotaling, DPW Superintendent, at 518‑765‑4512.

09/24/2026

Boil Water Advisory has been LIFTED
for Mountainview and Gray Lane.

The Boil Water Advisory has been lifted for all water users on Mountainview and Gray Lane. Water testing was performed at both 24 and 48 hours after the water main break. The water samples collected were analyzed for bacterial contaminants. Tests at both 24 hours and 48 hours were negative for contaminants.

09/24/2026

Paving Notice

The Village of Voorheesville would like to inform residents that paving is scheduled from Monday, September 28 through Wednesday September 30, 2026, on Pleasant Street. Crews will be working to complete the project safely and efficiently.

Residents in the affected area should anticipate:
• Active paving operations during daytime hours
• On‑site traffic control
• Minor traffic delays while crews move equipment and apply new pavement

What to Expect:
• Roads will remain open during the work period, but short delays may occur.
• Access to homes will be maintained, though temporary lane restrictions may be necessary.
• Please use caution when driving through work zones and follow the directions of traffic control staff.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as improvements are made to Village roadways.

For questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (518) 765‑4512, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

09/22/2026

UPDATE:
Mountainview and Gray Lane water users:
A boil water advisory has been issued. The water will be tested over the next 48 hours and results will be posted.
NOTE: This advisory is limited to MOUNTAINVIEW and GRAY LANE water users.

BOIL WATER NOTICE

BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING
Bring tap water to a rolling boil, boil for one minute, and cool before using. Or use
bottled water certified for sale by the New York State Department of Health. Boiled or
bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and
preparing food until further notice.

This Boil Water Notice applies to MOUNTAINVIEW STREET AND GRAY LANE.

What happened?
Starting on September 22, 2026 the water system had the following problem:
A watermain break affecting the residences on Mountainview St and Gray Lane.

This problem indicates that harmful microbes may be present in your drinking water. Harmful microbes in drinking water can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms and may pose a special health risk for infants, some elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems. But these symptoms are not just caused by microbes in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you should seek medical advice.

What is being done?
Village staff are working to restore service by fixing the watermain break and sampling the water to verify it is safe to consume. It is likely that you will need to boil water for the next 2 days until the problem is fixed. You will be informed when tests show that you no longer need to boil your water.

For more information, please contact:
Brett Hotaling of the Village of Voorheesville at 518-765-4512.
or the Albany County Health Department at 518-447-4620.

Please share this information with other people who drink this water, especially anyone who may not get this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
State Water System ID #: NY0100203
Date distributed: 9/22/2026

09/22/2026

Pleasant Street water users:
Repairs are underway. You will not have water while repairs are being made. Expect repairs to be completed by 6pm today, September 22, 2026.

09/21/2026

Paving Notice:
Paving is scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 7am to 5pm on Foundry Road and on Ridgeview Road.

09/21/2026

VILLAGE NEWSLETTER - COMING TO YOUR MAILBOX SOON...

09/17/2026

The Village of Voorheesville extends its heartfelt appreciation to the Albany County Legislature, the Albany County Parks and Recreation Department, and the Albany County Executive Office for awarding $15,000 through the 2025 Parks and Playground Grant. Thanks to your generous support, Scotch Pine Park has received meaningful upgrades that bring new life to this small but important neighborhood space.

The new interactive panels foster discovery, attention, and auditory awareness while encouraging children to socialize, participate, and imagine. They also help strengthen fine motor skills, eye‑hand coordination, rhythm, and movement. The Inchwood Climber introduces natural elements that blend beautifully with the park’s setting, enhancing both play and the connection to the outdoors.
For the 166 residents of the Scotch Pine neighborhood, this park is an essential pocket of nature and recreation. Your investment has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for your continued commitment to improving local parks and enriching community spaces.

Albany County Legislature Joanne Cunningham Albany County Legislator 34th District Albany Parks & Recreation

09/16/2026

For anyone who might want to learn more about the NY Forward program, there are quite a few resources available on the State website, which you can find here: https://www.ny.gov/ny-forward/capacity-building-webinars

Attached are some of the slides from a presentation that is available on the State website and will help with understanding what the NY Forward program is.

09/16/2026