Town Of Granby Recognized As A New York State Town Of Excellence 

GRANBY, NY – January 13, 2026 – The Town of Granby has been named a Town of

Excellence by the New York Association of Towns (NYAOT), joining twelve other towns across New York State to receive this prestigious designation in the program’s inaugural year.

“It’s exciting and deeply rewarding to receive this designation,” said Town Councilor Marianne Ingerson. “This recognition highlights the dedication our town has shown to planning thoughtfully, engaging residents, and building a strong sense of community.”

The Towns of Excellence Program recognizes towns that exemplify outstanding leadership,

innovation, and commitment to their community. Towns are evaluated across multiple

categories including economic development, sustainability and sound planning, community engagement, quality of life, governance and transparency, and workforce development.

The Town of Granby was recognized for its strong fiscal management, transparent governance, and continued investment in a thriving community. Through responsible budgeting, thoughtful long-term planning, and targeted improvements to municipal services and infrastructure, the town has enhanced the quality of life for residents. Granby’s commitment to community engagement and effective local leadership continues to foster a resilient, connected, and thriving community.

“We are incredibly proud to recognize these thirteen towns that are setting the standard for

excellence in local government across New York State,” said Christopher Koetzle, NYAOT

Executive Director. “Each of these communities has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to innovation, transparency, and serving their residents. The Towns of Excellence Program celebrates the extraordinary work happening in New York’s towns every day.”

The Town of Granby will be formally honored at NYAOT’s 2026 Annual Meeting

alongside the other award recipients. The town will also be featured on NYAOT’s Towns of

Excellence webpage and is authorized to display the official Towns of Excellence badge on

municipal materials and its website.

“Being designated a Town of Excellence is both an honor and a responsibility,” said John Snow, Granby Town Supervisor. “It recognizes our commitment to strategic planning, transparency, and community engagement, from community-building events like Balloons Under the Moon to our ongoing efforts to keep residents informed and engaged.”

The New York Association of Towns represents 933 towns across New York State, providing

advocacy, education, and resources to support home rule and effective local governance.

For more information about the Towns of Excellence Program, visit www.nytowns.org or

contact Katie Hodgdon at [email protected].

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