Notices

The Town of Lyme Town Board will hold a work session on Thursday, June 25th at 6:00 p.m. at the Town of Lyme Office, located at 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622.

The Town of Lyme is accepting sealed bids for a two-year contract (2026–2027) for the opening and closing of full graves and cremains burials at Three Mile Bay and Cedar Grove Cemeteries. Most burials take place between May and October on an as-needed basis, and the successful bidder must be available on weekends.

All prospective bidders are required to contact Cemetery Superintendent Heather Lipczynski at (315) 777-5442 prior to submitting a bid. The awarded contractor must provide their own equipment, as well as proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance.

Sealed bids will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on June 9, 2026. Submissions may be mailed to the Town Clerk’s Office, PO Box 66, Chaumont, NY 13622, or delivered in person to the Town Offices at 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622.

Bids will be reviewed and awards considered during the Regular Town Board Meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

Ariana Henderson

Town Clerk

Please be advised that the Town of Lyme Board will hold a Special Meeting Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Chaumont Fire Department, 11385 NY Route 12E, Chaumont, NY.

For more information, please contact the Town Office at

(315) 649-2788.

Ariana E. Henderson

Town of Lyme Clerk

(Pursuant to Section 1526 of the Real Property Tax Law Revised by L 1970 ch 957) 

HEARING OF COMPLAINTS 

Notice is hereby given that the Assessor of the Town of Lyme County of Jefferson, has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year; that a copy thereof has been left with the Town Clerk at 12175 NYS Rt 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622 where it may be seen and examined by any person interested therein during the hours and date following: May 6, 12, and 13 between 10am and 2pm, May 16 between the hours of 4pm and 8pm by appointment only. On “FOURTH TUESDAY OF MAY NEXT,” The Board of Assessment Review will meet between the hours of 12:30pm and 3:00pm and 6:00pm to 8:00pm at 12175 NYS Rt 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622 to hear and examine all complaints in relation to such assessments, on the application of any person believing himself aggrieved hereby. Dated this 21 day of April, 2026 

Serena Beach  Assessor  

Notice is hereby given that assessment inventory and valuation data is available for examination and review. This data is the information which will be used to establish the assessment of each parcel which will appear on the Tentative Assessment Roll of the Town of Lyme which will be filed on or before May 1^st, 2026.The information may be reviewed, by appointment, in the Assessor’s Office at 12175 NYS Rt 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622 on May 6, 12, 13 between the hours of 10 am and 2pm and on May 16 between the hours of 4 pm and 8pm by appointment only.

An appointment to review the assessment information may be made by telephoning the assessor at (315) 649-2387. 

Dated 21 day of April, 2026

Serena Beach, Assessor 

The Town of Lyme Water Districts Annual Quality Water Reports for the year 2025 has been finalized.  This report contains information regarding drinking water.  The report will be posted on the town’s website, www.townoflyme.com and copies are available in the Town of Lyme Office, 12175 NYS Route 12E Chaumont, NY 13622 during regular business hours.

Proposed Local Law: Zoning Ordinance Amendments  
(Related to Quarry and Heavy Industry Operations)

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a proposed Local Law has been introduced before the Town Board of the Town of Lyme, Jefferson County, New York, to amend the Zoning Law for Quarry/Heavy Industry Operations.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing on said proposed Local Law will be held at the Town Offices, 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, New York, on May 13, 2026, at 6:15 p.m.

At such time and place, all persons interested in the proposed legislation will be given an opportunity to be heard.

Dated: April 21, 2026
By Order of the Town Board
Town of Lyme, New York

Please be advised that the Town of Lyme Board will hold a Special Meeting Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Town of Lyme Office, 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, NY.

For more information, please contact the Town Office at (315) 649-2788.

Ariana E. Henderson

Town of Lyme Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Town of Lyme, New York

Proposed Local Law: Repeal of Local Law No. 3 of 2016
(Related to Conflicts of Interest for the Position of Cemetery Supervisor)

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a proposed Local Law has been introduced before the Town Board of the Town of Lyme, Jefferson County, New York, to repeal Local Law No. 3 of 2016, which relates to conflicts of interest for the position of Cemetery Supervisor.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing on said proposed Local Law will be held at the Town Offices, 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, New York, on May 13, 2026, at 6:10 p.m.

At such time and place, all persons interested in the proposed legislation will be given an opportunity to be heard.

Dated: April 10, 2026
By Order of the Town Board
Town of Lyme, New York

The Town of Lyme is Hiring for Part-Time Summer Recreation Position

The Town of Lyme is looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our Summer Recreation Program team. This seasonal program runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., July through August.

We are currently hiring for the following part-time positions:

• Recreation Assistant

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and supervision of program participants
• Engage children through educational and recreational activities
• Collaborate with team members to create a fun and positive environment

Additional job requirements and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply:

Please submit your completed application by May 11, 2026, to the Town of Lyme Clerk via one of the following methods:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mail: Town of Lyme, PO Box 66, Chaumont, NY 13622
• In Person: Drop off at the Town Offices, 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622