Public Works

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for maintaining our roads and water system. For general questions or to report a problem, contact the Village Clerk or send an email to the DPW.

DPW hours are 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday through Friday. For contact information, click on an individual’s name in the table below.

Village Offices will be CLOSED on Monday, February 17, 2025 for President’s Day

Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7pm

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 7:00pm. The meeting will take place at 77 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037 and is open to the public. Link to the agenda: February 10, 2025 BOT Meeting AGENDA

 

Refuse and recycling reminders – weight limit and stickers required

When placing refuse and recycling at the curb for weekly collection please remember the following from the Village of Chatham and County Waste agreement: “The refuse must be placed in standard plastic garbage bags having a capacity not to exceed 35 gallons and weighing not more than thirty (30) pounds, and upon which there must be affixed an official Village of Chatham garbage/refuse collection sticker.  Contractor shall not remove garbage or trash bags that do not have a Village of Chatham garbage/refuse collection sticker affixed.”  Stickers for trash bags may be purchased at Stewarts, Citgo gas station at the traffic light, or at the Village Clerk’s office.

Action Needed From Residents: Lead Water Line Identification

To prepare for future upgrades to our water system and comply with New York State regulations, the Village of Chatham has been tasked with identifying properties that have lead service lines. This information will be shared with New York State to ensure compliance and guide our improvement efforts.

We need your help to determine whether your property has a lead water service line.

Please visit the following link: Lead Service Line Identification Survey. There, you’ll find step-by-step instructions on how to perform a simple scratch test to identify your service line material. After completing the test, please fill out the short survey.

If you need assistance or have questions, don’t hesitate to contact the Village Clerk’s Office:

Thank you for your cooperation and support as we work to improve our water infrastructure and services.

Sincerely,
John Howe, Mayor
Phil Genovese, DPW Working Foreman
Desiree Kelleher, Clerk
Village of Chatham, NY

Water and Sewer

1938 Chatham manhole cover

photo: Lisa Johnson

Water/sewer statements are sent quarterly in March, June, September, and December. Balance is due within 30 days without penalty. After 30 days, a penalty is assessed.  If your water is shut-off, there is a $25.00 charge and to turn the water back on another $25.00 charge

Periodically, fire hydrants are opened to flush sediment out of the water lines. This is a necessary maintenance procedure. Closing your water valve at the meter can help prevent excess air from getting into your pipes and fixtures. When this procedure is scheduled, an announcement will be posted on this website, Facebook, and via email if you have signed up for Village emails.  For more information, contact the Village Clerk or send an email to the DPW.

Scheduled repairs will be announced on this website, Facebook, and through email (if you have signed up).

Drinking Water Quality Reports

Village water is tested periodically, as required by law.  The annual reports detail the results.

2023 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2023

2022 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2020

2019 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

2018 Annual Drinking Water Report

2017 Water Quality Report

2016 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

2015 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
2014 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
2013 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
2012 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
2011 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Street repairs

Scheduled repairs will be announced on this website and Facebook.