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
11.20.25 - Zoning Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM
12.2.25 - Planning Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM
UPCOMING EVENTS
Town Offices Closed: November 27, 2025
Town Offices Closed: November 28, 2025
Town Clerk’s Office Closed: November 29, 2025
Holiday Food Donations: Thanksgiving & Christmas food donations for Poestenkill families in need are gratefully accepted at Town Hall or The Poestenkill Evangelical Lutheran Church (side door).
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DRAFT: please click the link to view the plan. CLICK HERE.
The Town would like to hear from the residents any feedback on the Comprehensive Plan PLEASE send any comments or concerns to: PZCLERK@POESTENKILLNY.COM
DO YOU HAVE A DOG? Click HERE for more information about Poestenkill Town Dog Licenses.
MS4 ANNUAL REPORT/INTERIM PROGRESS CERTIFICATION-2025: Click HERE for more information.
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS has an open position starting January 1, 2026 for an Alternate Board Member: You can send a resume to pzclerk@poestenkillny.gov or drop it off at the Town Hall.
PLANNING BOARD has open positions starting January 1, 2026. Please send resumes to pzclerk@poestenkillny.gov or drop them off at the Town Hall.
VIEW WATER DISTRICT #2 PLANS: Available for viewing at Town Hall.
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
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT HIRING: Click HERE for Employment Application