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The Above Map of the Town of Hounsfield links to Google.
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Located east of Lake Ontario, the Town of Hounsfield’s scenic beauty emerges. Dramatic uninterrupted vistas and breathtaking limestone waterfront cliffs characterize the Town’s 27,291 acres of natural beauty. Once renowned for flourishing dairy farms and prosperous cheese factories, today the Town is the hub of cultural tourism in Jefferson County’s central region.
Water is a key feature. Mill Creek flows through its center. Its border are defined by Black River, Black River Bay and Henderson Bay. The islands of Gull, Snake (Bass), Calf, Great and Little Galloo and Stony expand the Town’s shoreline.
The Town named after Ezra Hounsfield, was formed from Watertown on February 17, 1806. Settlers arrived quickly as news spread of abundant forests, fertile soil, bountiful fish and game.
Nestled on the Town’s western boundary is Sackets Harbor which housed the military and naval headquarters for the US Northern frontier during the war of 1812.
Early settlers recognized the rich opportunities in the Town’s land and water resources. The population has grown from 2,700 in 1880 to today’s 3,300 figure. Two hundred years after settlement, the Town of Hounsfield is a popular place for both year-round residents and visitors.
Robert and Jeannie Brennan
Town Historians
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MEETINGS
Planning Board meetings
1st Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM
Town Board meetings
2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM
Water Committee meetings
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HOUNSFIELD CEMETERIES
Rules and Regulations / Meeting Minutes
Cemetery Committee meetings will be held once a month. Dates will be posted at the beginning of the month.
18774 County Route 66
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 782-6380
Everyone is welcome
We are looking for community involvement
To help beautify our local cemetery
We welcome any suggestions.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
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PUBLIC HEARING
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THE TOWN OF HOUNSFIELD
RECYCLING CENTER
Hours of Operation
Wed's 7 AM-2 PM
Sat's 7:30 AM-11:30 PM
Hours Subject to Change
FULL DETAILS
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JEFFERSON COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THE TOWN OF HOUSFIELD A Public Hearing will be held August 6, 2024 at 7 05 PM, 18774 Co. Rt. 66, Watertown, NY, regarding an application for site plan review for a solar project located in the Town of Hounsfield. The project is a proposed 2.4 megawatt solar photovoltaic facility sited on a 51 acre area.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE THE TOWN OF HOUNSFIELD RECYCLING CENTER Will be closing from July 1, 2024 to July 20, 2024 for maintenance of property. During this time residents may take their recyclables to the Jefferson CountyRecycling Center at 27138 NY-12, Watertown, NY 13601.
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The Town of Hounsfield has an open position for Planning Board Chair person.
Please send letter of interest to the Town Clerk at townclerk@townofhounsfield.com or mail to Town of Hounsfield, c/o Town Clerk, 18774 Co. Rt. 66, Watertown, NY 13601 by May 22, 2024.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF FILING COMPLETED ASSESSMENT ROLL WITH CLERK
After Grievance Day
(Pursuant to Section 1526 of the Real Property Tax Law Revised by L 1970 ch957) Notice is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the Town of Hounsfield in the County of Jefferson for the year 2024 has been finally completed by the undersigned Assessors, and certified copy thereof filed in the office of the Town Clerk on the 1st day of July, 2024 where the same will remain open to the public for inspection until October 1st. Dated this 17th day of June, 2024
James M. Rounds Jr.
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2024 BED TAX NOTICE AND APPLICATION
The Town of Hounsfield Committee for the Advancement of Tourism was appointed for the purpose of distributing funds to non-profit agencies and organizations.These funds are to be used for the exclusive purpose of promoting and developing tourism in the Town of Hounsfield and the Village of Sackets Harbor.
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OUR LEADERS
Village of Sackets Harbor Mayor Alex Morgia & Town of Supervisor Beth Arthur
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Mailbox Notice To Residents
Notice to Residents with Mailboxs on Hwy Right-of-Way
Snow Removal And Winter Driving
Mailboxes
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JEFFERSON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:
There are no employment opportunities at this time. We will update when openings are available.
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The Town has the responsibility and right to maintain clear and safe roadways for our residents. Impediments to safe travel and interference with lines-of-sight are typically prohibited within the Town's right-of-way. Our Town employees will continue to do the best they can to provide our residents with clean, well maintained, and safe roads while we review the current roadside maintenance practices.
Your Town Council
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Town of Hounsfield
2023 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Adopted Town Budget
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Town of Hounsfield
2024 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
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2023 PRELIMINARY Budget Links
Preliminary Sales Tax Distribution
Preliminary Tentative Budget Review
Preliminary Tentative Budget
Preliminary Tax Rate Worksheet
Preliminary Water Rate
Preliminary Fund Balance Policy Review
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LIST OF FLOOD RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS
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FILED AND AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW
The Annual Financial Report Update Document has been reviewed and accepted by the NYS Comptrollers and has been filed and available for review at the Town Clerks office. |
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The Town of Hounsfield Claims Auditing Report Examination is available for the public to view at the Town Clerks office during office hours. |
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Town of Hounsfield
Supervisor’s Annual Report
The detailed Annual Financial Report of the Supervisor of the Town of Hounsfield has been filed in the office of the Town Clerk at 18774 County Route 66, Watertown, NY. These reports for the year 2021 are public records and are available for inspection by all interested persons.
Brenda Bockus, Town Clerk |
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Comprehensive Plan of 2014
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FROM THE ASSESSOR:
2024 Final Assessment Roll (7/3/24)
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2024Tentative Assessment Roll (5/9/24)
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If you are interested in serving in any local government position for the
Town of Hounsfield, please call the Town Clerk at
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Historic Sackets Harbor in the Town of Hounsfield is located in Jefferson County, New York, just 8 miles from the City of Watertown. The Township is considered to be in the ‘Northern New York’ section of the state, approximately an hour from the Thousand Islands, and a half hour from Fort Drum Military Installation. The land comprising the town was purchased by Augustus Sackett in 1801. The Town itself being named for Ezra Hounsfield.
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Contact Us
You may contact the Town of Hounsfield for Dog Licenses, Hunting Licenses, Transfer Site, Elections, assessments, board of assessment, zoning officer, official town business, highway superintendent, board meetings, justice court system and criminal cases, find out about town board representatives and Hounsfield town councilmen, local laws, water district, zoning information and more.
Call us at (315) 782-6380 for specifics.
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"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, and familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs).
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD)."
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