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TOWN OF HOPKINTON

THE OLD TOWN DUMP IS NOW OPEN TO HOPKINTON RESIDENTS FOR

LEAVES AND BRUSH ONLY.

Spring Turkey Season Safety for Hunters and Non-Hunters

The regular turkey hunting season opens on May 1 in New York. Here are some safety tips for hunters and non-hunters sharing the woods during the month of May.    

• Hunters and non-hunters should not wear red, white, or blue clothing, hats, or packs, to avoid being mistaken for a turkey.
• Hikers, bird watchers, and other non-hunters should wear fluorescent orange.
• Hunters should wear fluorescent orange while moving to and from their hunting area and should put fluorescent orange on a nearby tree when sitting still waiting for a turkey.  
• Never stalk turkey sounds. It could be another hunter.  
• Be sure of your target, what is in front of it, and what is beyond it.   
• Do not shoot at movement or sound. If you see another vehicle or suspect another hunter is working the area, move to another area to avoid interaction with other hunters.
• Always assume any call or sounds you hear are from another hunter. Don't shoot until you clearly see the whole turkey and can identify the sex of the bird.  
• If you see another hunter, remain still and speak up clearly. Never wave or use a turkey call to alert another hunter.
• When calling, sit still with your back against a big tree or rock, to hide you from turkeys and other hunters.
• If you take a turkey or carry a decoy, wrap it in fluorescent orange or put in in an orange bag.   

Be safe, be seen!  

Town of Hopkinton Reassessment Project- Public Update Meeting

Hopkinton, NY — In an effort to maintain a fair and equitable tax assessment roll, Hopkinton
has contracted RealView Appraisers, LLC (RealView) to conduct a town-wide revaluation. The
firm is coordinating with the Town and Assessor, Robert Ball, to deliver an updated tax roll at
100% of current market value. Hopkinton’s most recent town-wide reassessment was completed
in 2019.

To ensure property owners are well informed, a public meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. on
February 25, 2026, at Hopkinton Town Hall. RealView, the firm contracted for the project,
will lead the meeting, providing an update on the project, overview of the reassessment process,
and a timeline outlining the next steps for the residential and commercial property owners.
Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions or obtain clarification regarding the
project.

Residents who are unable to attend the meeting but have questions can contact the Assessor. The
Assessor is available by appointment at 315-681-7395. You may also contact the Assessor by
email at: robertball79@yahoo.com.

NYS DEC is now offering online education for TRAPPING

https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/hunting/hunter-education/courses-certifications