TOWN OF CRAWFORD PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC NOTICE OF VISUAL IMPACT ASSSESSMENT (BALLOON TEST)
PROPOSED CELL TOWER
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that Verizon Wireless of the East LP d/b/a Verizon Wireless (the “Applicant”) has filed an application with the Town of Crawford Planning Board requesting approval to construct, operate and maintain a public utility / personal wireless service facility (cell tower) located on a portion of lands located at 801 State Route 302 in the Town of Crawford, Orange County, New York (Tax Map Parcel No. 14-1-55.1) (“Site”). The proposed facility includes a 130-ft monopole tower structure (134’ with lightning rod), antennas, and related equipment at grade.
PUBLIC NOTICE is further hereby given that Applicant will conduct a visual impact assessment “balloon test” at the Site on Saturday, March 1, 2025, as directed by the Planning Board, for a minimum of eight (8) hours between the approximate hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. In the event of poor weather conditions or other factors that require a rescheduling of this test, the alternative test date will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025. In the event poor weather conditions or other factors that require a rescheduling, the next alternative test date will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 or the next available good weather day thereafter, excluding Sundays. Residents are encouraged to check the Town’s website to determine whether the balloon test will be conducted for the specific date planned.
In general terms, the balloon test will consist of flying one brightly colored weather balloon having a minimum diameter of three (3) feet attached to non-stretchable line at the proposed tower location and height.
Any questions on this matter may be directed to the Town of Crawford Planning Board (845) 744-6454.
Dated: February 13, 2025

NYS Department of Taxation and Finance has informed our Town Assessor that they have sent out letters to homeowners requesting detailed information.  To avoid losing the Basic STAR property tax exemption you must register with the state within 45 days of the date of the letter.  The letter will look like:

Confidential Secretary to the Supervisor

The Town of Crawford is seeking to hire a Confidential Secretary to the Supervisor for a part-time position. Candidate should be proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook with efficient keyboarding skills. Maintain files, forms and schedules. Serve as a receptionist, screening calls, receiving visitors, handling routine problems. Pay range: $16 - $20 based on qualifications.  Please send your resume to Supervisor Michael Menendez at [email protected] or drop it off at Town Hall.