Offices/Departments

Unless otherwise noted on the website or in the Press Republican.

January 12, Feb 9, March 9, Apr 13, May 11, June 08, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 05 (first Monday because of holiday), Nov 05 (first Thur after election), Dec 14, Dec 28 (close out meeting) 2026.

**TOWN BOARD MEETINGS WILL BE HELD AT THE ALTONA CHURCH HALL UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE** 

• Fees:
  • Fishing: $25 ($50 Non- Resident)
  • Small/Big Game: $22 ($100 Non-Resident)
  • Turkey Permit: $10 ($20 Non-Resident)
  • Muzzle loading: $15 ($30 Non-Resident)
  • Trapping: $20 ($275 Non-Resident)
  • Bowhunting: $15 ($30 Non-Resident)
  • DMP’s (Deer Management Permit): $10

Handicap Parking Permits:

• People living in the Altona district can obtain a handicap Parking Permit from this
  office.
• Handicap Parking Permit forms are available through the Town Clerk’s office or your
  doctor’s office.
• You can down load this form here: Parking Permit Form
• Please bring your completed form and driver’s license/ID card.
  • There is no fee for a Handicap Parking Permit.

Registrar:

• You can request a copy of a marriage, birth, or death certificate.
• There is a $10 fee per certified copy.
  • App Death record request
  •  App Birth record request

• A Marriage License may be obtained at the office of the Town Clerk.
• The fee for a marriage license is $40, cash only.
• Both parties are required to be present for signatures. 
• Requirements:
  • Social Security Card
  • State Issued Id (Driver’s License)
  • Birth Certificates
  • Divorce Decree or Death Certificate of spouse (if applicable)
• Marriage License Worksheet to be completed and returned to the town clerk.

**PLEASE NOTE: For Certified Copies of marriage licenses, first ensure you know WHERE
you picked up your license. The license is filed with the Town Clerk who issued it, not the
town you were married in. For example, if you were married in the Town of Altona, but
purchased your license in the town of Mooers, you will need to get a copy of your license
from Mooers, NOT Altona. **

“If you have any questions, please contact me. If I can’t help you, I can steer you in the right
direction! Also, I am always willing to make appointments if my hours do not work for you.”
Terry Speer

Tax Collector

Contact Information:
Phone: (518) 236-7035 Ext. 3
Email: taxcollector@townaltonany.gov
Hours: January: Mon–Wed 9am–3pm, Thurs 12pm–6pm; Feb–Apr: Mon & Tues 9am–3pm, Thurs 12pm–6pm.
Appointments welcomed.

View Your Taxes:
• You can view your taxes at https://egov.basgov.com/altona/

Tax Payments:

• Credit card payments can be made at https://egov.basgov.com/altona/
• Checks or Money Orders can be mailed or paid in person.
  •  Make checks out to Terry Speer, Altona Tax Collector.
• Full payments will be accepted until April 3oth.
• NO CASH PAYMENTS

Please Note:

• If mailing on the last day of the month, ensure it is POSTMARKED that day. It will be
  considered late if postmarked the next day. Payment may be returned.
• Land tax bills are mailed to you the first week in January.
• Please pay exact amounts only.
• Payments may be returned if not the exact amount and may result in a penalty fee.

Installment Payments:

• The 1st installment payment for taxes is made to the Altona Tax Collector, before
  January 31st.
• The 2nd, 3rd and 4th payments are made to the Clinton County Treasurer in
  Plattsburgh. The 2nd, 3rd & 4th payments received in Altona, will be returned to
  sender. (I am unable to forward them to the county).
• If you are inquiring about your installment/delinquent payments, please refer to the
  Clinton County Treasurer’s website at
  • https://www.clintoncountyny.gov/treasurer

• Change of Address Form

School Taxes:

• I do NOT collect school taxes.
•  Please contact your school district for school tax information.
• If there is an issue with the incorrect information on your bill, contact the Clinton
  County Treasure’s Office (518) 565-4730.
• Towns do not print nor mail the bills. The County Treasurer’s Office is solely
  responsible for what is on your bill.

“If you have any questions, please contact me. If I can’t help you, I can steer you in the right
direction! Also, I am always willing to make appointments if my hours do not work for you.”

Terry Speer

Trevor Finley

Phone: 518-236-7035 ext.102
              518-594-1812
Email: assessor@townaltonany.gov

Office Hours: Thursday 9am – 3pm
Appointments available

Real Property office Phone: 518-565-4760

2024 Altona Tax Roll

Altona Final Roll 2024.pdf

Assessment Rolls

https://www.clintoncountyny.gov/realproperty/assessment-information

Tax Rates

https://www.clintoncountyny.gov/realproperty/tax-information

NYS Office of Real Property Website

***please note that the STAR exemption is not applied to land taxes it only applies to school taxes***

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp425ivp_fill_in.pdf

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp425e_fill_in.pdf

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/star/

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp425b_fill_in.pdf

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp425e_fill_in.pdf

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp459c_fill_in.pdf

https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp459crnw_fill_in.pdf

Judge-Crystal Therrian
Court Clerk- Janet Manor

Phone: 518-236-7035 x106
Fax: 518-236-5014
Email:ctherrian@nycourts.gov  

**As of May 1st, 2026, Altona Town Court will be held at 9am on Tuesdays. Security Checks will begin at 8:45am. No bags, backpacks, purses etc., will be allowed in the building. Please leave them in your vehicle. Phones are to be shut off. **

Court is open on the 1st four Tuesdays of the month UNLESS otherwise posted.

Criminal Matters are handled on the 3rd Tuesday of the month  

**** The only time you can speak to anyone about court issues are during court hours or by leaving a message at extension 106. ****

Court mailing address is PO Box 79 Altona NY, 12910

Please be sure to check all smoke detectors and CO2 monito batteries.  Also, ensure that sump pumps are functioning, and sump pump drains are clear.

***If you have received a building permit this year and completed your project, whether it be for a home or ANY other project, please contact the Code Enforcement Officer to obtain your Certificate of Occupancy.  Thank you.

Jason Poulin – Code Enforcement Officer
Phone: 518-236-7035 ext.9
Email: jpoulin@townaltonany.gov
Hours: Tuesday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Appointments are available. 

All applications need to be submitted to the Code Enforcement Officer before they are presented to the Zoning Board.

Applications are available in the main office of the Town Hall or may be downloaded from this site under the FORMS tab.

Zoning Board Members:

• Andrew Durrin
• Gary Sorrell
• Bruce Mousseau
• Joshua Outen
• Kelly Roberts

Zoning Local Law Book

Youth Commission

We are looking for a few people to join the Youth Commission. If you are interested in this volunteer position, please contact a member or Joe Snide.

Shae LaPorte – Coordinator 518-651-4278

Kim Wilson-

Kaleigh Myatt-

Ralph Graves

Phone: 518-236-5663

***Under the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law, ALL dogs MUST be licensed in the municipality in which they are harbored.***

You will need the following paperwork to obtain a license:

*Proof of current Rabies Vaccination-signed certification from Veterinarian
*Proof of being spayed/neutered

The Cost for the license is as follows:

$15.50 – if the dog is not spayed/neutered
$7.50 – if the dog is spayed/neutered

Seniors over 65 (Proof required) qualify for a $5.00 reduced license fee off original price.

You may mail in the certificate(s) along with your required payment.

For additional information, please contact the Clerk’s Office at 518-236-7035 x103.

Checks can be made out to Town of Altona.

***Anyone that does not renew their dogs license within 30 days of your renewal notice will receive a ticket and fine.***

Nicholas J. Bracy, Esq. Niles & Bracy, PLLC
46-48 Cornelia Street
PO Box 2729
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Phone: (518) 561-1980 Ext 109
Fax: (518) 561-8202

Altona Volunteer Fire Department

Phone: 518-236-4052
(Non-fire calls): 518-236-7223
www.altonafiredepartment.com

To obtain a Burn permit please contact the DEC Office in Ray Brook 518-897-1200.