Friendly Winter Reminder from the Saugerties Village Board

During each winter, the Saugerties Village Board would like to remind residents of an important local Village law that helps keep our community safe.

If there is a fire hydrant on or near your property, please remember to keep it clear of snow and ice after a snowfall.

What’s required:

• Any Village owner of property that is in front of or adjacent to a fire hydrant location must remove fallen snow for a distance of 30 inches around the hydrant and between the hydrant and the street and to keep the fire hydrant and access to the street free from snow.

Why it matters

In an emergency, every second counts. A clear hydrant allows firefighters quick access to water, which can make a critical difference in protecting lives and property.

Saugerties residents have always shown strong support for our essential workers—especially our firefighters.  And here’s a simple but meaningful way to put that appreciation into action: after a snowfall, please remember to clear any fire hydrant located on or adjacent to your property. This is required by law, and more importantly, it helps ensure firefighters can respond quickly when every second counts.

We’d also like to offer a heartfelt thank-you to the many residents who already do this without being asked. Your willingness to go the extra mile for your neighbors and first responders truly helps keep Saugerties safe.

Thank you for doing your part—and please remember to be mindful of where snow is piled so hydrants don’t get buried during plowing or shoveling.

Stay safe and warm,