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1984 State Route 174 (315) 673-4144
Skaneateles, NY 13152 FAX (315) 673-9835
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We do not accept credit or debit cards for transactions at the Town Offices
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For the safety of all Town Hall visitors and Town personnel you must wear a mask or face covering while inside the Town offices. Persons without such a mask or face covering will not be permitted to enter. For business other than at the Town Clerk's counter, you will be asked to sign in. The Town Clerk's transaction log will serve as one record of individuals entering the building. Please maintain social distance guidelines. We thank you for your cooperation in this effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) to others in the community.
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APRIL 10, 2021
MEMORIAL WEEKEND PARADE CANCELLED -- A memorial wreath will be placed at the monument.
Due to the continued restrictions for large gatherings, the Spafford Memorial Weekend Parade and Ceremony has been cancelled for 2021. The Town Board is aware that while some of the restrictions may be eased or lifted before Memorial Day, there is insufficient preparation time remaining.
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APRIL 10, 2021
WEDNESDAY HOURS AT THE TRANSFER STATION ARE NOW YEAR-ROUND
The Spafford Transfer Station is now open EVERY Wednesday 12 pm - 8 pm. (Monday hours will be 12 pm - 4 pm. They begin on May 3)
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APRIL 7, 2021
REMINDER: TRANSFER STATION PERMIT FEE
The fee for 2022 Transfer Station permits is $50. Transfer Station permits are for residential properties only.
The 2022 permits are hanging tags instead of static cling decals. A maximum of two tags are issued per household.
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MARCH 30, 2021
Spafford Town Offices will be CLOSED Saturday, April 3, 2021.
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MARCH 30, 2021
Southern Hills Preservation Corp is conducting a Community Needs Assessment Survey to assess area needs, including affordable housing, through April 10th. Click this link to participate: 
SURVEY
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MARCH 30, 2021
TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, April 8, 2021@ 7 pm
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FEBRUARY 27, 2021
The February 25, 2021 Public Hearing for the Happy Pastures PDD proposal CLOSED on March 11, 2021.
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MARCH 9, 2021
TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, March 11, 2021@ 7 pm
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FEBRUARY 27, 2021
The February 25, 2021 Public Hearing for the Happy Pastures PDD proposal remains open for comments until March 11, 2021.
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FEBRUARY 24, 2021
NOTICE TO BIDDER:
Notice is hereby given that bids are being sought for installation of lighting at the Spafford Transfer Station. Bids are to be based on prevailing wage rates. Specifications for the project are available at the Spafford Town Clerk's office during business hours. Sealed bids are to be submitted no later than 7 pm on Thursday, March 11, 2021 to Spafford Town Hall, 1984 State Route 174, Skaneateles, NY 13152. All properly submitted bids will be reviewed at the Town Board meeting on Thursday, March 11, 2021. The Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
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FEBRUARY 24, 2021
Spafford Assessor Jeff Lowe and his assistant continue data collection for the town-wide revaluation. They will be visiting various properties within the Town to confirm the information on file is accurate. Additional information regarding the data collection is on the Assessor's page on this website. You can contact Mr. Lowe at 315-783-4104 with any questions or concerns.
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FEBRUARY 23, 2021
TRANSFER STATION UPDATE:
By order of the Town Board:
A flat fee of $20 will be charged per mattress for disposal. This fee is to be prepaid to the Town Clerk. A receipt will be issued for presentation at the Transfer Station.
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FEBRUARY 10, 2021
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Spafford, New York, at a regular meeting thereof held on January 14, 2021, proposed Local Law No. A-2021, titled, “A Local Law Creating the Happy Pastures Campground Planned Development District.” Said Local Law was introduced and will be considered pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law. Said Local Law, if enacted, would approve the application and Planned Development District Plan submitted by Fesko Farms, Inc. and Kim Brayman, for a PDD zoning classification for lands owned by Kimberly F. Brayman located along New York Route 41 (East Lake Road), Spafford, New York, and designated and generally known as Town of Spafford Tax Map Parcel 023.-02-01.1, and containing approximately 52.25 acres, has undergone the applicable review process and meets the requirements for a PDD as set forth in Section 6-4 of the Zoning Law of the Town of Spafford. The full text of said Local Law is on file at the Town Clerk’s Office at the Town Hall located at 1984 State Route 174, Skaneateles, New York for inspection by all interested persons.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on May 9, 2019, the Town Board declared itself to be lead agency, reconfirmed that status on January 14, 2021, and determined that this proposed Local Law is a Type I Action for purposes of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Town Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Local Law at the said Town Offices on February 25, 2021 at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, at which time all persons interested will be heard.
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FEBRUARY 9, 2021
TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, February 11, 2021@ 7 pm
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JANUARY 2, 2021
TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, January 7, 2021@ 6 pm
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JANUARY 2, 2021
TOWN BOARD MEETING This meeting is for review of the Fesko Farms, Inc PDD application as well as any and all other business that may come before the Board.
Thursday, January 14, 2021 @ 7 pm
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SEPTEMBER 19, 2020
TRANSFER STATION PERMIT FEE CHANGE
The fee for 2022 Transfer Station permits will be $50. Transfer Station permits are for residential properties only. Additionally, the permits will be a hanging tag instead of the static cling decals.
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SEPTEMBER 19, 2020
BORODINO LANDING COMMERCIAL USE UPDATE:
At the September 17, 2020 meeting, the Town Board voted to apply a "per event" fee of $50 when using Borodino Landing for the installation or removal of boat hoists, moorings, floating rafts and other comparable items. This fee is effective immediately.
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TOWN OF SPAFFORD STATE OF EMERGENCY EXTENDED APRIL 16, 2020 Declaration
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MAY 22. 2020
Spafford Assessor Jeff Lowe and an assistant will begin data collection today, May 22, 2020. They will be visiting various properties within the Town to confirm the information on file is accurate. Additional information regarding the data collection is on the Assessor's page on this website. You can contact Mr. Lowe at 315-783-4104 with any questions or concerns.
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MARCH 17, 2020
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JULY 2017
Effective July 15, 2017---
due to flooding damage, the following road closure is in effect until further notice:
(between Precipice Ridge Road and Holzwarth Lane)
By order of the Spafford Highway Superintendent and the Spafford Town Supervisor.
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When Can the Public
Speak at Meetings
Regular Board Meeting - The public has the right to attend and listen to the Board deliberations. The public may participate only at the invitation of the Board.
Public Hearing - The public is invited to speak. The Board is not obligated to answer questions or render a decision.
Public Information Meeting - A presentation is given to the public in order for the public to gain information on a specific project or topic. Following the presentation, the public is given the opportunity to ask questions. The presenter may discuss follow up-up action.
- Transfer Station Permit Application/Renewal
- Dog License Application
- Marriage License Preliminary Application
- Certified Transcript of Marriage Record Request
- Sporting License Application (NYS DEC)
- Accessible Parking Tag Application
- Voter registration forms
- Absentee ballot applications
- Reflective address signs (sold on behalf of Borodino Fire Dept.)
The Town of Spafford offices are part-time.
The office is open Tuesday through Thursday as well as Saturday mornings. Please check below for specific department hours. Not all Town officers have set office hours. You are welcome to contact Town officials to arrange an appointment.
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THE SPAFFORD TOWN COURT HAS NO SET OFFICE HOURS.
Please call 315-673-0710 and leave a message. Your call will be returned.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Thursdays & Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 Noon
Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays 9 -11:30 a.m.
Things to Know -- an informative overview of what you can find in the Town of Spafford
Scott Boat Launch - Located at the south end of Skaneateles Lake
Residents of Spafford receive Scott resident status for fees
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The Town of Spafford regulates short term rental of your home. Annual registration with the Codes Office is required. Details and the application are available on the Building & Codes page
Commercial use of the Borodino Landing REQUIRES A PERMIT. Details and the application are available on the Building & Codes page
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When Can the Public Speak at Meetings
Regular Board Meeting - The public has the right to attend and listen to the Board deliberations. The public may participate only at the invitation of the Board.
Public Hearing - The public is invited to speak. The Board is not obligated to answer questions or render a decision.
Public Information Meeting - A presentation is given to the public in order for the public to gain information on a specific project or topic. Following the presentation, the public is given the opportunity to ask questions. The presenter may discuss follow up-up action.
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TAX RATES PER THOUSAND OF ASSESSED VALUE
2021 TOTAL COUNTY/TOWN = $10.669600 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
Town (General Fund) $ 1.546900 HOMER SCHOOL DISTRICT = $ 22.738910
Town Highway Fund $ 1.947800 MARCELLUS SCHOOL DISTRICT = $ 28.505903
Fire $ 0.978600 SKANEATELES SCHOOL DISTRICT = $ 14.972430
Total Town = $ 4.473300 TULLY SCHOOL DISTRICT = $ 25.129776
per thousand of assessed value
County = $ 6.196300
TOTAL TOWN & COUNTY= $10.669600
per thousand of assessed value
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Features of the new boat launch include:
* New concrete launch ramp and floating boarding dock
* Paved parking area
* Accessible-designated parking for one vehicle with trailer and one passenger vehicle;
* Separate site entrance and exit
* Designated boat preparation area
* Invasive species disposal bin
* Solar-powered safety lighting
* Wheelchair-accessible portable toilet
SPAFFORD FIRE COMMISSIONERS Chairman Tim Wise Members: Debbie Brown Perry Warner Frank Marcheterre Eric Brayman Treasurer: David Miller Secretary: Ann Warner | BORODINO FIRE DEPARTMENT Website 2500 Nunnery Rd., Skaneateles, NY 13152 SPAFFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT Website660 Route 41, Homer, NY 13077 SPAFFORD FIREMAN'S AUXILIARY Meetings: 1st Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. (July & Sept mtgs are the 2nd Wednesday) at Spafford Fire House (corner of NYS Route 41 & Cold Brook Road) |
SPAFFORD FOOD PANTRY
| BORODINO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH |
SPAFFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY (S.A.H.S.) Meets the FIRST Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. | |
OTISCO LAKE PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION http://otiscolakepreservation.com/ | SKANEATELES LAKE ASSOCIATIONhttp://skaneateleslake.org/ |
Sign up to receive Town-related information electronically! Just send your email address to: lisa@townofspafford.com
A response will be sent to confirm the address provided. Use of the list will be for official Town business.
The links below are provided for general information purposes only. They are provided in good faith, however the Town of Spafford makes no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied. They originate from and belong to third parties and the Town of Spafford does not investigate, monitor or check for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability or completeness. Under no circumstance shall the Town of Spafford have any liability for loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of these sites or reliance on any information on these sites. Use of these sites and reliance on information presented on these sites is solely at the user's own risk.
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FOOD ASSISTANCE
- SPAFFORD FOOD PANTRY
- MEALS ON WHEELS in Skaneateles 685-5607
- Food Bank of Central New York http://www.foodbankcny.org/
- SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) Alice Webster Coordinator for Onondaga County
To find out if you qualify, and to download applications:
https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/apply
NUTRITION SERVICES
PEACE, Inc. in coordination with the Onondaga County Dept. of Aging & Youth provide senior dining sites in the relevant locations listed below. Most meal sites also include a recreational, educational, or entertainment program along with the meal.
- Marcellus United Methodist Church, 1 Slocombe Ave, Marcellus
- Otisco Lake Community Center, 2223 Amber Road, Amber
- Skaneateles YMCA, 97 State Street, Skaneateles
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TRANSPORTATION
- Centro Bus Schedules http://www.centro.org/schedule.htm
- Onondaga County List of Senior Transportation Services
- FISH of Skaneateles 315-685-8440
- Laker Limo 315-685-3030
a designated schedule to preset destinations such as: Auburn, Skaneateles and
Syracuse. Please call at least two days ahead for a reservation.)
- Call-A-Bus Customers must be pre-registered to use the Call-A-Bus service. Call 442-3434 for
registration forms between 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
http://www.centro.org/schedules/cab.htm
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If you do not have a WiFi signal at home, the Town of Spafford offers guest access that can be used in our parking lot:
Username: TownofSpafford-Guest Password: Spafford1
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2019 POPULATION = 1,702
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| NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo | ||
| U.S. Senators Charles Schumer, Senior Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Junior Senator | U.S. Congressional District NY 24 Representative John Katko | |
| NYS Senate District #50 John Mannion | NYS Assembly District #126 Assemblyman John Lemondes | |
Onondaga County Legislative District #6 Julie Abbott-Kenan |