Town of Austerlitz Columbia County, New York · Est. 1818
Official Town Website

A working town in the Berkshires foothills, since 1818.

Find what you need from the Town of Austerlitz — pay your taxes, read the next board agenda, get a building permit, or check what's on the calendar this week.

Spencertown · Austerlitz · Green River Pop. ~1,700 33.9 sq mi
From the Town

News & announcements

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May 6, 2026Town Clerk

Volunteers needed — committees seeking new members

The Town is looking for residents to serve on advisory committees, including the Climate Committee, Aging Committee, and Conservation Advisory Committee. Contact Sue Haag to volunteer.

Established 1818 in the hills of Columbia County.

Austerlitz takes its name from Napoleon's 1805 battlefield victory. Today the Town spans the hamlets of Spencertown, Austerlitz, and Green River across 34 square miles of farmland, forest, and historic homes.

34 sq mi3 hamletsPop. ~1,700
Get in touch

Town Hall & offices

Address
Town of Austerlitz
PO Box 238 · 816 Route 203
Spencertown, NY 12165
Phone
(518) 392-3260
Town Clerk
shaag@austerlitzny.com · Sue Haag
Office Hours
Mon–Thu · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (varies by department)

In an emergency

Call 911 for fire, police, or medical emergencies.

For non-emergency Columbia County Sheriff: (518) 828-3344.

After-hours highway issues (downed trees, flooding): (518) 392-3260.