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Recycling
Update
The Department of Public Works reminds all residents that it is only
necessary to separate their recyclable fiber materials from their recyclable
containers. Glass, plastic and metal do not need to be separated
in the recycling bins. They can be commingled. For the health and
safety of our employees, we ask that you rinse all containers. Leftover
food causes mold and the containers will not be accepted at the recycling
plant. We also ask that you step on the large plastic containers in
an effort to save space. The fibers such as corrugated cardboard and
newspapers junk mail and boxboard must be separated from the glass,
plastic and metals. Materials that will be accepted are:
Accepted Commingled Recyclable Fibers (Shredded Paper
is not accepted.)
Old Newspapers
Old Corrugated Cardboard
Office Paper
Magazines
Direct Marketing Mail (Junk Mail)
Boxboard (Cereal, Cracker, Cake Mix, Tissue Boxes etc. with liners removed)
Accepted Commingled Recyclable Containers
Metal Containers (non-aerosol)
Plastic Containers (SPI #1,thru 7)
Mixed Glass Containers (all colors accepted)
Unacceptable Materials for Commingled Containers
Shredded paper
Cardboard and boxboard with plastic liners, wax or plastic coating
Soaking wet boxes or boxes contaminated by food waste
Soaking wet or yellowed newsprint
Paper cups/plates
Styrofoam/Polystyrene packing peanuts
Drinking glass, window glass, plate glass or broken mirrors
GARBAGE MUST BE PLACED IN CLEAR PLASTIC BAGS. IF CROWS ARE A PROBLEM PUT
THE BAGS INSIDE GARBAGE CANS WITH LIDS
Any questions should be referred to the Department of Public Works
at 869–6372.
Boy Scout Activity Bottle Drive
February 11th, 2012
7:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
On Saturday, February 11th, 2012 Boy Scout Troop 278 here in
the Village of Colonie will be conducting a bottle/can drive. This
Drive will help the troop financially in providing the scouts with
opportunities to go on different outings and to attend scouting
events. This time we are asking you to place your bottles/cans outside
your front door between 7:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. The Boy Scouts
will be by to pick up the donation. If you would like to bring them
to the D.P.W. on Thunder Road, that would help a great deal.
All Property Tax Exemptions
If you have an exemption (Senior Citizen, Veterans or Disability) with the
Town of Colonie, it does not automatically come to us in the Village. If you are
eligible in the Town for any of these and have not applied in the Village and
wish to do so, please contact our office as soon as possible at 869–7562.
SENIOR CITIZEN EXEMPTIONS — Renewals — Renewal application
for those currently receiving a Senior Citizen Exemption on their
June Village of Colonie taxes will be in the mail before the end of December
2011. They must be returned to our office no later than February 14, 2012.
Any and all renewals received by us after that date can not be accepted. If
you have any questions please contact the Village Hall at 869–7562.
New Exemptions — Village residents who are 65 years of age by 1/1/12
and whose total income is less than $37,400.00 for calendar year 2011 may
be eligible for a Senior Citizen Exemption in the Village of Colonie. If you
believe you are eligible and would like to apply please contact or stop by the
Village Hall offices to pick up the forms. If you have any questions please
contact us at 869–7562.
DISABILITY EXEMPTIONS — If you are currently receiving a disability
exemption from the Village of Colonie, renewal forms will be in the
mail before the end of December 2011. They must be back in our office
not later than Tuesday, February 14, 2012. We will not be able to grant any
exemptions if the paperwork is received after that date.
If you believe you may be eligible for this exemption but are not yet
receiving it, please contact or stop by the Village Hall for forms.
If you have any questions please call the Village Hall at 869–7562.
VETERANS' EXEMPTIONS — If you are currently receiving a Vet’s
Exemption from the Village of Colonie there are no renewals necessary. If
you are receiving a Disabled Vet’s Exemption from us and your disability
level changes please contact us at the Village Hall, 869–7562.
If you wish to apply for a new Vet’s Exemption, please call or stop by the
Village Hall for the paperwork. You will need a copy of your DD214, and
if you are a disabled vet, a copy of your military disability papers. Please
contact us at the Village Hall with any questions.
Electronic Equipment Recycling
New York State law now requires that televisions and some electronic
equipment such as VCR’s, DVD players, stereos, computers and computer
monitors must be recycled. During May to October when heavy
item pickup is in progress, the Village will take those items as you call
and schedule heavy item pickup. Any other time, please call the DPW
at 869–6372 and arrange for a pickup of these electronic items only.
Snow Removal
Now that the winter season is upon us, we would like to remind
everyone that during and immediately following major snow storms,
it is EXTREMELY important that ALL motor vehicles are off Village
streets so that snow removal crews can do their job. Snow removal
plows must be able to clear BOTH sides of EACH street to facilitate
optimum snow removal. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
DID YOU KNOW that shoveling, snow blowing or plowing snow
into the roadway is a violation of the New York State Vehicle and
Traffic Law? Section 1219(a) of the law states: No person shall
throw or deposit upon any highway any glass bottle, glass, nails,
tacks, wire, cans, snow or any other substance likely to injure any
person, animal or vehicle upon such highway.
In addition to the issuance of a summons by the Colonie Police
Department, if an accident is caused by your actions, you may
be held responsible for the injuries or damage caused.
The Village of Colonie takes great pride in maintaining your
roadways. We are asking for your cooperation in this matter.
Please help the DPW in keeping the Village roadways a safe place
for those who use them.
Edward F. Sim,
Asst. Superintendent of Public Works
Village Hall / 2 Thunder Road / Albany, New York 12205 / 518-869-7562