Entries by BarreUser

Want to Get Involved in Your Town?

The Town of Barre is looking for residents who’d like to help out by serving as an alternate on either the Planning Board or the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Planning Board meets once a month—every second Monday at 6:30 PM. The Zoning Board meets only when needed, usually on the third Monday at 7:00 […]

Brush Burn Ban for 2025

The DEC announced the annual state wide prohibiting bush burning begins March 16th and runs through May 14th.  This is to prevent wildfires and protect communities during heightened conditions for wildfires. Small backyard fire pits ad campfires less than three feet in height and four feet in length, width, or diameter are allowed, as are […]

Message from Town of Barre Highway Superintendent Dale Brooks

Snow Removal The Law Regarding the deposition of snow in highways, shoulders or ditches is as follows: “Section 1219” of the Vehicle and Traffic Law and Section 214 of the Highway Law of New York State specifically prohibit the placing or leaving of snow, ice or other substances upon any highway, which includes pavement, shoulders […]

Fire Hydrant Snow Clearing

If you have a fire hydrant near your home, please clear the surrounding area of snow if you’re able. This simple action can significantly assist our fire department in responding quickly in the event of a fire emergency, whether at your home or a neighbor’s.

Orleans County will celebrate its 200th Anniversary on APRIL 15, 2025!

A county-wide committee has been formed to plan a yearlong series of events to celebrate this milestone event. Ideas already in discussion include, but are not limited to: – Committee participation in parades throughout the year – Plant 200 trees – Create a Bicentennial quilt – A Public Art project featuring life size fiberglass oxen […]

Take Actions to Be Coyote Conscious

Have you heard or seen coyotes around recently? New York is currently in the midst of coyote breeding season, which generally runs from January – March. During this time of year, coyotes are especially active as they mate and begin to set up dens for pups that will arrive this spring. They also tend to […]

NOTICE OF FILING TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL

(Pursuant to Section 506 of the Real Tax Law) Notice is hereby given that the assessor has completed the TENTATIVE Assessment Roll for the Town of Barre in the County of Orleans for the Town of Barre in the County of Orleans for the year 2024. The roll is on file and may be seen […]