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Please note that NY State Law prohibits the blowing, shoveling, or plowing of snow into roadways. Violators may be ticketed or fined. Reminder that sidewalks must be cleared by the homeowner/tenant within 24 hours of snowfall. The village assisted in clearing sidewalks after the last storm due to the snow blowing that was done for us by the state. MAILBOXES Snow Removal and Winter Driving “Village Superintendent reminds residents about snow plowing and winter driving issues.” During and after snow removal events, The Department of Public Works, in the course of plowing, received emails and/or phone calls regarding damage to mailboxes, either from snow plows directly or from the force of snow being thrown by plows. If such damage is indeed caused by snow removal, it is not done intentionally. It is, however an unfortunate consequence of snow removal. As far as the particular agencies replacing damaged mailboxes, it must be pointed out that there is no statutory or legal authority requiring them to do so. In fact, under Section 319, of New York State Highway Law, mailboxes are considered highway obstructions and are only “allowed” in the right of way as a convenience to the owner as it is understood they are required for mail delivery. Additionally, an opinion issued by the Attorney General of February 28, 1966 stated, “When the necessity of keeping the highway open conflicts with an individual’s reception of the mail, the latter must stand aside.” DPW crews do their best to avoid mailboxes, but often time visibility, oncoming traffic, and heavy snow work against them. The best method to protect your mailbox during winter months is to ensure it is properly attached to the post that is in good condition and meets specifications and to keep the mailbox assembly simple to limit impact surface area for plowed snow. The 2021 Annual Water Quality Report is available below 2021 AWQR The Village is accepting applications for a part-time police officer. Candidates for the police officer position must be NY State certified. Applications may be printed below and returned to 107 Jefferson Place Black River, NY 13612 or emailed to clerktreasurer@blackriverny.org Employment application There is a vacancy on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and reside in the Village of Black River. Please send a letter of interest to the Village of Black River 107 Jefferson Place Black River, NY 13612 Recyclables must be clean or they will not be collected. The village may lose their privilege at the recycling center if there are dirty recyclables. Recyclables in bags will not be collected. The Village of Black River has a dog waste law. Be kind to your neighbors and please clean up after your pets. |
Village of Black River
Karl J. Vebber Municipal Building 107 Jefferson Place Black River, New York 13612 Phone: 315-773-5721 Fax: 315-773-5726 Office hours are Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |