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The Department of Public Works is comprised of four main divisions: highway, water, sanitation and parks. It’s dedicated work force operates and maintains the town’s 73.98 miles of highways, four sewer districts, two water districts, a solid waste facility, town buildings, and town parks (including Hampton Manor Lake)

Snow Emergencies: Whenever a snow emergency is declared, parking is prohibited on any public road. As a general rule of thumb, do not park on a public road when a weather forecast calls for 4 inches of snow or more.

Hydrant Flushing: Town Hydrants are flushed during the latter parts of April and October. For a schedule of a particular area to be flushed, dates will be published in the local newspapers. For more information, call: 477-9367, or the Department for Public Works at 477-6103.

For more information contact:

Chris Defruscio , Commissioner of Public Works
DPW Garage, Gilligan Rd

Email Address:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Phone: 477-6103
Fax: 477-5021

For emergencies during NON business hours, call the town Police at 479-1212.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 17 February 2010 10:31
 

Town Hall

Town Hall
225 Columbia Turnpike
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 477-4775 phone
(518) 477-2386 fax

Town Hall Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm except Holidays. Note that some departments operate additional hours as listed on their pages.

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History of East Greenbush

The history of the Town of East Greenbush dates back to 1628 when historians believe the first settlers arrived in the area. Today, East Greenbush has retained its small-town roots, while also serving as an important suburb of the City of Albany and home to many retail, corporate, and manufacturing businesses. Click here to read more about the Town.