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Village of Cambridge, NY
Clerk (518) 677-2622
Police (518) 677-3044
D.P.W. (518) 677-3252
Court (518) 677-8297
In Case of Emergency DIAL 911
STRICTEST RULES FOR MOST VULNERABLE GROUPS: seniors over 70, immune compromised people, and those with underlying illnesses
• Can go outside for solitary exercise
• Pre-screen all visitors and aides by taking their temperature
• Do not visit households with multiple people
• All vulnerable persons should wear a mask while in the company of others
• To the greatest extent possible, everyone in the presence of vulnerable people should wear a mask
• Always stay at least 6 feet away from individuals
• Do not take public transportation unless urgent and absolutely necessary
PAUSE Provisions for Non-Vulnerable Populations
1. Non-essential gatherings of Individuals for any reason (e.g. parties, celebrations, or other social events) are cancelled or postponed at this time.
2. Any concentration of Individuals outside their home must be limited to workers providing essential services and social distancing should be practiced.
3. When in public Individuals must practice social distancing of at least six feet from others.
4. Businesses and entities that provide essential services must implement rules that help facilitate social distancing of at least 6 feet.
5. Individuals should limit outdoor recreational activities to non-contact and avoid activities where you come in close contact with people.
6. Individuals should limit the use of public transportation to when absolutely necessary, and should limit potential exposure by spacing out at least 6 feet from other riders.
7. Sick Individuals should not leave their home unless to receive medical care, and only after a telehealth visit to determine if leaving the home is in the best interest of their health.
8. Young people should also practice social distancing and avoid contact with vulnerable populations.
9. Precaution: isopropyl alcohol wipes
WELCOME TO CAMBRIDGE
Nestled within the surrounding foothills of the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains, Cambridge is located in Southern Washington County. It takes but only one leisurely stroll around the Village of Cambridge to realize everything this small, yet strong, community has to offer. From its historic sites to its idyllic tree-lined streets, from its eclectic artistic community to its thriving small family-owned businesses, there is so much to discover and fall in love with. We hope you find out for yourself just what the Village of Cambridge has to offer. Welcome!
Frequently Asked Questions
INFORMATION
MEETINGS
Village Meetings are held Monthly at 7:00PM
- Board of Trustees - 1st Wednesday
- Planning Board - 2nd Wednesday
- Zoning Board of Appeals - 4th Wednesday
NEWS
Read The Latest Villager
CLEAN ENERGY COMMUNITY
New Trends That Help Clean Energy Come To Cambridge.
Total Community Electric Consumption
July-December 2018 = 6234 MWh
Today 8:00 am - 12:00 pmTuesday
Monday8:00am - 12:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday2:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 12:00pm
Friday8:00am - 12:00pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Laws, Forms and Documents
Visit The NEW Firehouse Page
FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Cambridge Volunteer Fire Department provides continuous fire protection and rescue operations to the Village and surrounding area. The towns of Cambridge, Jackson, White Creek and Arlington contract with the Village for fire service protection. The Department maintains 5 pieces of fire apparatus, two engines and a fully equipped rescue vehicle. In addition to fire response, the Department provides vehicle extrication and other rescue services, and fire prevention. The Department is always looking for more volunteers. To learn more about volunteering, contact Chief Tom Gray by email firechief@cambridgeny.gov
Registrar of Vital Records
The Village Clerk also performs the role of Registrar of Vital Records for the Village. The Registrar is responsible for issuing birth and death certificates in the Village. Our Registrar maintains the records of all births and deaths recorded at Mary McClellan Hospital.
Get Copies Here
CAMBRIDGE POLICE
Cambridge's Police Department, which through its relationship with our sister village, Greenwich, is half of the Cambridge-Greenwich Police Department. This pairing is a shared services agreement between our municipalities which allows us to maximize the use of resources and enhance the capabilities of both departments. We are proud of this relationship, and look forward to continuing to protect and serve.
Visit The Police Department
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (DPW)
DPW performs street and sidewalk maintenance throughout the year. Services include snow and ice removal on Village streets and sidewalks, street paving and repair, sidewalk repair and replacement, maintenance of Village parks, street cleaning, Village building maintenance, lawn waste pick up in the Spring and Fall, pick up of holiday trees around the first of the year and a host of other services around the Village.
Contact Matt Toleman (518) 677-3252 or (518) 361-9734. mtoleman@cambridgeny.gov
Visit The DPW Page
VILLAGE STAFF
Lance Allen Wang
(518) 677-2622
clerk@cambridgeny.gov
Lester Losaw
(518) 677-2622
treasurer@cambridgeny.gov
Robert Danko
(518) 677-3044
sgtdanko@cambridgeny.gov
Tom Gray
(518) 677-2622
firechief@cambridgeny.gov
Matt Toleman
mtoleman@cambridgeny.gov
Hon. Scott Lucey
Hon. Richard Molea
Lisa Austin-Cuddihy
courtclerk@cambridgeny.gov
Christina Becker
(518) 677-3252
William McCarty
assessor@cambridgeny.gov
(518) 677-2622
zeo@cambridgeny.gov
Mary Anne McAvoy
historian@cambridgeny.gov
Lindsay Shaner
youth@cambridgeny.gov
YOUTH DEPARTMENT
The Youth Commission provides programs for school-aged youth throughout the area throughout the year. 2018-19 After School Recreation Registration Contact the director Lindsay Shaner at 518-531-6268 or e-mail youth@cambridgeny.gov
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VILLAGE HISTORY
The Village of Cambridge was incorporated in 1866, combining the hamlets of Cambridge and North White Creek. About one-third of the Village is in the Town of Cambridge, and two-thirds in the town of White Creek.
The Village was a quiet rural community until 1855, when the Albany & Rutland Railroad connected it to Rutland VT, to the north and New York's Capital District to the South. The Jerome B. Rice Seed Co. developed by Civil War veteran Jerome B. Rice, Sr. was a major employer and at one time was the second-largest seed company in the nation. The Cambridge Fair held from the late 19th century until World War II, drew thousands annually on special excursion trains. The Washington County Fair in nearby Easton, one of the largest agricultural fairs in the northeast is it's descendant. The village today is still home to a Victorian train hotel, The Cambridge Hotel, a Victorian era Opera House, Hubbard Hall, plus many other businesses housed in historic buildings. Agriculture continues to thrive in the area, including many dairy farms, organic meat and vegetable producers plus fiber and fruit growers.
Visit Our Historian's Page
CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Our Library is funded primarily by Village taxes. Additional revenue is obtained by a School District Proposition and money from the County and Towns. Our Library is chartered to serve a population of 1906. The Library has a special collection of Local History. The newspaper, The Washington County Post is on microfilm beginning with the date 1849.
12 West Main Street
Cambridge, NY 12816
(518) 677-2443
Contact Library Director, Christina Becker by email. cam-director@sals.edu or visit The Library's Website.
Visit The Library Page
TAX ASSESSMENT
The Village Assessor determines the value of each property in the village for the purpose of determining the tax amount for the property owner. The Assessor also maintains all records of the assessments and other appropriate documentation. More information on the role of the assessor and assessment in general can be found here... Contact William McCarty by e-mail assessor@cambridgeny.gov or call 677-2622.
WATER
The Cambridge Water system is run by a private company, New York American Water. They have a 24-hour customer call center at (877) 426-6999. The last posted Water Quality Report for the Village of Cambridge is: http://www.amwater.com/ccr/cambridge.pdf
Visit American Water
ABOUT US
The Village of Cambridge is an eclectic community filled with families, business people, artists, retired people and many others who have fallen in love with our small town atmosphere, located centrally with access to big cities and towns, and some of the best scenery in New York.
REACH US
clerk@cambridgeny.gov
PHONE
(518) 677-2622
LOCATION
56 N Park St, Cambridge, New York, 12816
