Town News & Announcements
At its 2026 organizational meeting, the Town Board welcomed new member Kevin McDonald and the swearing-in of re-elected member Amanda Beedle and new Town Justice Christine Napierski. The Board also issued a proclamation honoring the Hon. Denise Randall for her public service commitment to the community. The Board also made over 50 appointments to boards, committees, and other positions.
While the cross-country ski trails at the Western Turnpike Golf Course remain closed, the trails at the Vosburgh Open Space saw heavy usage over the holidays. With temperatures in the 40s, the snowshoe trails are likely in trouble for the next few days. When snow returns, I would expect a quick return to winter activities in Town parks, Vosburgh Open Space, and Community Gardens. If you need skis or snow shoes, they are available for rent at the Parks & Rec.’s Office on weekdays between 8am and 3:30pm.
The Hedge Bistro is the winter home for the Guilderland Farmers Market which takes place on Saturdays from 11am to 3pm. Local vendors offer crafts, foods, and arts & craft gifts, and a special winter tulip market.
The Highway Department trucks are now picking up discarded Christmas trees. Please make sure to remove all ornaments, lights, decorations, tinsel, and don’t wrap the tree in plastic or other material, and do not discard artificial trees, no matter how real they may appear. A reminder that Highway crews pick up leaf bags and tied brush year-round. Please also remember that, except when allowed on posted street signs, that overnight parking is not permitted on Town roads until after April 1.
Your opportunity to reserve pavilions, cabanas, and picnic areas at Tawasentha Park for the 2026 season has opened To reserve a facility, residents must complete and submit the Request for Use of Facilities Form/ Know the Rules and provide full payment (credit card, check, or cash) to the Parks & Rec. Department. An Alcoholic Beverage, Beer & Wine Permit can be obtained for an additional fee.
The Parks & Rec. Dept.’s 2026 Hometown Heroes Banner Program recognizes active duty and veteran service members, both living and deceased, for their bravery, courage, and sacrifice. Each banner honors a current or former Guilderland serviceperson by name, branch of service, and photo. The banners will be displayed at Tawasentha Park at a special event held at GPAC. In late fall, the banners are made available to sponsors. Banners may be sponsored by individuals, families, businesses or organizations at a cost of $150 per banner. The deadline for applications is March 27, 2026. If you have any questions regarding banners, please call the Parks & Rec Office at (518) 456-3150.
The Senior Services Department’s monthly newsletter has information about classes and seminars, upcoming trips, heating assistance program, medical and shopping transportation, a visiting author, fall crafts, legal aid, monthly meal calendar, games, and much more. On Wednesdays from 11am to 1 pm, the Guilderland Public Library is the home for Seniors Connect!, where seniors can have a friendly chat on a wide-range of interesting topics.
The Town is also accepting letters of interest and resumes from candidates interested in applying for positions for Police Officer, Telecommunicator/911 Dispatcher, and Laborer positions in the Highway, Parks and Water Departments.
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