Departments & Services
Deputy Clerk
Administrative Assistant
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 7:00AM – 3:00PM
The Village of Deposit is managed by the Village Clerk/Treasurer and staff. The Department is responsible for collecting taxes, water and sewer bills, administrating grants, all accounting requirements and procedures, managing elections, administering the policies of the Village Board, and maintaining meeting minutes and agendas.
Village Board meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 7PM.
Lookup and/or Pay Your Taxes
Broome County taxes will be sent back to the county on November 16th.
Village taxes come out June 1st and are due by June 30th without penalty. Broome County taxes are sent back to the county each year around November 15th.
*When you go to the tax glance web page, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the tax you are looking at, to be sure of the last day it was updated, to make sure you have the most current information. As always, you are able to call the office and we will be happy to help you.
*If you are looking for Delaware County taxes prior to 2009, you must call the Clerk’s office at (607) 467-2492 for current amounts.
Waste Water Treatment Plant
WWTP Chief
Assistant WWTP
The Deposit Public Works Department is responsible for the operation of the Village facilities and infrastructures. The department maintains the Village streets, water, sewers and storm drains as well as public building and service facilities. They also plow and clean our streets and maintain the Village’s forestry in addition to many other activities.
Brush Pick Up
Brush pick up is the first and third Monday of the month, starting in April and ending in September. Should the first Monday be a holiday the it will be the next day, Tuesday. No more than a pick up truck load and should not be put out more than 3 days in advance, please.
Winter Parking
Winter Parking starts November 1st and goes through April 1st. Violators will be ticketed.
Economic Development
Chairperson: Mayor Bryan Moore
Secretary: Karen Budine
John O’Connor
Deb Stever
Mark Tucker
Rob FinchMeeting Times
3rd Wednesday at 9:00AM, Village Hall
Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund Program (EDRLF)
The EDRLF is a Village loan program intended to expand and diversify the area’s economy; provides financing opportunities for entrepreneurs and existing businesses to overcome limited access to investment capital; and ensures that the benefits of these growing industries benefit the local economy and job market.
The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing the State codes, regulations, and local laws of the Village of Deposit. The officer administers and enforces the zoning regulations and assists with applicants, inspects sites, reviews building applications and investigates complaints. See our forms section.
Grass must be no higher than 6″.
Snow must be removed from sidewalks 24 hrs after the end of the snowfall event.
1st violation will be $125/hr + $75 admin fee, 2nd violation will be $250/hr + $75 admin fee and the 3rd violation will be $300 + $75 admin fee.
Please see below for a Building Permit form.
Building Permit Fee Schedule
$0.00-$1,000 Fee $30.00 $1,001-$25,000 Fee $30 for first $1,000 plus $5 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof $25,001 and up Fee $145 for the first $25,000 $4.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof Demo permit Fee $25.00 Permit renewal Fee 20% of original building permit with minimum $15.00 - A BUILDING PERMIT IS REQUIRED BEFORE commencing construction or other improvements, removal or demolition of any building or structure except as noted below.
- A BUILDING PERMIT IS NOT REQUIRED for necessary dimensions and schedule repairs which DO NOT involve material alteration of structural feature, plumbing, electrical or heating/ventilation systems: for agricultural buildings, erecting fences, and construction of noncommercial storage facilities under 144 SQ. FT.
- Effective April 7,1993, New York State workman’s compensation law requires that before building permit is issued the application must submit proof of workman’s compensation and disability benefits or SUBMIT A STATEMENT Affidavit Exemption, proof of insurance or exemption forum CE 200 from workman’s compensation board.
- Demo: New York State Department of labor code rule 56 dealing with asbestos. Code rule 56 requires that an asbestos survey may be required before demo begins. For more information contact NYS Department of Labor. NYS Department of labor Syracuse, New York 315 479 3215
- INSPECTIONS: it is the builder or owners responsibility to notify the building inspector when the building is ready for inspection: footings and foundation before concrete is poured, rough framing before insulation, plumbing and heating roughed in, insulation once installed, Final inspection . Certificate of Occupancy will be issued after final inspection and electrical certificate is issued and energy code is met.
- Undertaking activity that requires a building permit prior to obtaining permit is prohibited, with fine accessed up to two times the cost
Fire Rescue & EMS
The Deposit Fire District covers 196 square miles, three counties, two states and three municipalities. Deposit Fire is one of the largest fire districts in New York State.
Fire & EMS
Fire Chief
Chris Zacharias
(607) 467-2894Assistant Chief
1st Lieutenant
Tax Assessor
Tax Assessor
Becky Ottens
(607) 467-5093The Village Assessor provides all legally required assessment functions through the development and implementation of practices and procedures that are in accordance with: New York Statutory law, Department of Revenue regulations, and current professional standards in a manner that is cognizant of and sensitive to the concerns and considerations of Village residents.
The Assessor’s office is located in the Town of Sanford building at 91 Second Street, Deposit, NY 13754. The Tax Assessor is available Wednesday & Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Planning Board
Chairperson
Sarah Evans
Board Members
Mike Musante
Gail Musante
Peter Carsen
Lisa Oser
John O’Connor-AltThe Village of Deposit’s Planning Board provides for the orderly and systematic review of development activities within the Village of Deposit. This is subject to Site Plan Review and/or a Special Use Permit as required by Village Zoning. This board also presents both advisory comments and recommendations to the Village Board of Trustees relating to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, or amendments thereto, and issues of planning and development within the Village. Members serve a five year term.
Planning Board Fee Schedule
Boundary Line Adjustments $25.00 Major Subdivision — 6 lots or more $100.00 — New Lots $10.00 Minor Subdivision — 5 lots or less $50.00 — New Lots $10.00 Site Plan Reviews $50.00 Special Use Permits $10.00 ZBA Fee Schedule
Sign Permit Fee $50.00 Special Use Permit $150.00 Appeals/Variance Application Fee $200.00 Amending Zoning Code Fee $200.00 It is determined that any attorney fees that are incurred as a result of any Planning Board or ZBA action will be the responsibility of the applicant.
Permit Fees
Transient Merchant Permit $50.00 for 6 Months Peddler Permit $50.00 per Event Food Truck Permit $100.00/yr
Zoning Board
Board Members
Mary Mapes
Carol McQuade
Jeff Abrahamson
Susan ReyesMeeting Times
2nd Wednesday of every month – 6:00PM at Village Hall
The Village of Deposit Zoning Board of Appeals are appointed by the Mayor and charged with enforcing the provisions of the Village Zoning Ordinance. Public meetings are held to hear and make decisions on various petitions submitted to the Board for Zoning Map Amendments and Special Use Permits and Variations to the Zoning Ordinance. Members serve a 3 year term.
Counsel
Counsel
Nathan Van Why
Coughlin & Gerhart
99 Corporate Drive
Binghamton, NY 13904
(607) 821-2202
Oversight Committee
The Oversight Committee oversees the Fire and Ambulance Budget, approves large equipment purchases and in general, reviews Fire and EMS annual business.
The committee consists of the Village Mayor, Town of Deposit Supervisor, Town of Sanford Supervisor, Fire Chief and two members from each the Village Board of Trustees, Town of Deposit Councilmen and Town of Sanford Councilmen. The Oversight Committee meets as needed.
Sewer Sustainability
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does my sewage go?
When it leaves your house it travels through the collection system by way of a series of pipes and possible pump stations before it gets to the actual treatment facility.Who owns my sewer lateral?
In the Village the sewer lateral and the connection to the sewer main is owned and maintained by the property owner.If I have a sewer backup or notice a problem with a manhole or pump station who can I call?
Any time a resident is having a sewer issue of any kind, even if they know it is an internal home problem or their private lateral they should contact the DPW immediately to alert them that there is an issue and it could extend into the main collection system. (607) 467-2492 Monday – Friday and (607) 343-0587 after hours.If I have a question regarding my sewer bill who should I call?
All of your questions can be answered by the Clerk’s office. (607) 467-2492What CAN and CAN’T be flushed?
The nice way to put it is “If it comes out of your body or is toilet tissue you use, it may be flushed.The following should NEVER be flushed and SHOULD ALWAYS be recycled or go in your garbage:
- Baby wipes, disinfectant wipes, moist wipes etc
- Facial tissues/Kleenex
- Sanitary napkins, tampons, condoms, diapers or any non organic materials
- Q-tips, cotton balls/pads, band-aids, dental floss
- Toilet bowl scrub pads
- Hair
- Napkins/paper towels
- Swiffer pads
- Fats, oils and greases
- Food
- Cigarette butts
- Kitty litter
