Welcome to the TOWN OF COLTON, NEW YORK
The Town of Colton, established in 1843, is, geographically, one of the largest towns in New York State. Within the southeast part of St. Lawrence County is the Town of Colton, straddling the boundary of the Adirondack Park. From the two hamlets of Colton and South Colton the town rises to meet the beautiful and scenic wilds of the Adirondacks.
The town is blessed with natural resources and scenic beauty, including the Raquette River which flows from the southern to the northern end on its way to the St. Lawrence River. Seven lakes have been formed by dams along the river, providing recreation for boaters and anglers as well as power generation to help support all of New York. And hikers, campers, snowmobilers and others enjoy the many miles of trails maintained by public and private entities throughout town all seasons of the year.
With strong civic pride, an excellent school, a range of municipal facilities plus well-maintained public highways providing access to nearby business , shopping and education centers it is no wonder that Colton is a great place to live, work and play.
The town is blessed with natural resources and scenic beauty, including the Raquette River which flows from the southern to the northern end on its way to the St. Lawrence River. Seven lakes have been formed by dams along the river, providing recreation for boaters and anglers as well as power generation to help support all of New York. And hikers, campers, snowmobilers and others enjoy the many miles of trails maintained by public and private entities throughout town all seasons of the year.
With strong civic pride, an excellent school, a range of municipal facilities plus well-maintained public highways providing access to nearby business , shopping and education centers it is no wonder that Colton is a great place to live, work and play.
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Town of Colton Town Board Meetings for 2024 will be held the 3rd Wednesday of every month.
Meetings are held at 6pm, Colton Town Hall, 94 Main Street, Colton NY.
SPECIAL MEETINGS will be advertised in North Country Now, the Town's Facebook page, website, and/or with flyers placed at the Town Hall, and both post offices within the Town of Colton.
Meetings are held at 6pm, Colton Town Hall, 94 Main Street, Colton NY.
SPECIAL MEETINGS will be advertised in North Country Now, the Town's Facebook page, website, and/or with flyers placed at the Town Hall, and both post offices within the Town of Colton.
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COLTON RESIDENTS
Take a moment to fill out the COLTON WALKABILITY survey.
By participating, residents and visitors help plan future improvements in our community.
Thank you!
Take a moment to fill out the COLTON WALKABILITY survey.
By participating, residents and visitors help plan future improvements in our community.
Thank you!
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COLTON BUSINESS OWNERS / RESIDENTS BE ADVISED!!!
We are anticipating a large influx of visitors/travelers through our town April 5th - 9th for the Solar Eclipse.
We are anticipating a large influx of visitors/travelers through our town April 5th - 9th for the Solar Eclipse.
The Colton Town Board held their regular board meeting on January 17th where discussion took place regarding April’s Solar Eclipse. Forecasting for the event shows that not only will St. Lawrence County be a prime viewing area for people to experience this, but Colton + South Colton will have an advantage of viewing due to our rural environment.
Solar Eclipse | April 8th, 2024:
· St. Lawrence County is preparing and adjusting their emergency response protocol in anticipation of the influx for the event.
· NYS has reached out to inquire on opening the State Park for the event.
· Hotels, motels, etc. are fully booked throughout St. Lawrence County.
· The last solar eclipse was visible in NYS on January 24, 1925 and won’t be visible again until October 26, 2144. Viewing of totality will take place for only three minutes and able to be seen for only a “band” of Americans, as shown by the below graphic from St. Lawrence University.
SLC Info: https://stlawco.gov/index.php/Departments/EmergencyServices/em/Emergency-Plans
Solar Eclipse | April 8th, 2024:
· St. Lawrence County is preparing and adjusting their emergency response protocol in anticipation of the influx for the event.
· NYS has reached out to inquire on opening the State Park for the event.
· Hotels, motels, etc. are fully booked throughout St. Lawrence County.
· The last solar eclipse was visible in NYS on January 24, 1925 and won’t be visible again until October 26, 2144. Viewing of totality will take place for only three minutes and able to be seen for only a “band” of Americans, as shown by the below graphic from St. Lawrence University.
SLC Info: https://stlawco.gov/index.php/Departments/EmergencyServices/em/Emergency-Plans
Higley Flow State Park will be open to the public for day use from 8:00A.M. to Sunset on Apr. 8th as it is every day of the year.
The beach is an ideal spot for viewing the eclipse.
The Park has a limited number of free glasses to offer those in attendance.
There is a playground, a pavilion, and several charcoal grills in the beach area. There is no water down at the beach and in the campground area this time of year, as buildings are not heated and it is too cold to activate underground water lines. Water and two bathrooms are available at the Nature Center/Lodge and the two more at the Main Office.
There is no camping at the Park until Victoria Day weekend. Attendees are invited to enjoy the amenities the Park has to offer while respecting its beauty by carrying out what was carried in.
Park employees will be on hand to answer questions and offer any assistance needed.
The beach is an ideal spot for viewing the eclipse.
The Park has a limited number of free glasses to offer those in attendance.
There is a playground, a pavilion, and several charcoal grills in the beach area. There is no water down at the beach and in the campground area this time of year, as buildings are not heated and it is too cold to activate underground water lines. Water and two bathrooms are available at the Nature Center/Lodge and the two more at the Main Office.
There is no camping at the Park until Victoria Day weekend. Attendees are invited to enjoy the amenities the Park has to offer while respecting its beauty by carrying out what was carried in.
Park employees will be on hand to answer questions and offer any assistance needed.
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2024 COLTON WINTERFEST
The weather may not have cooperated, but many still had fun!!
The weather may not have cooperated, but many still had fun!!
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Town of Colton - Swift Field - Athletic Fields, Pavilion, and Ice Rink
Sugar Bush Lane, South Colton NY
Sugar Bush Lane, South Colton NY
Ice rink is currently closed
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Town Clerk office hours are Monday - Thursday 8:00 - 3:30pm. Closed on Fridays.
Land Tax Collection dates are January 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024. Any payments made after must be paid at St. Lawrence Co. Treasurers office.
Second installment payments are due April 1st, 2024. Third installment payments are due May 31st, 2024.
Second installment payments are due April 1st, 2024. Third installment payments are due May 31st, 2024.
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Recent updates + Quick links
Town of Colton Climate Action Plan | |
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TOC Combined GHG Inventory | |
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2023 Colton Final Tax Assessment | |
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2023 Tax Cap | |
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AUD 2022 Revised | |
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Colton Supervisor Report Feb 2024 | |
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