F.A.Q.
Can you get a passport processed at the Goshen Town Hall?
The Town of Goshen does not offer passport services. Contact the Orange County Clerk’s office for information at (845) 291-2690 or use this link:
Passport Information and Services
How do I get a dog license?
Dog licenses are issued at the Town Clerk’s office in the Town Hall. You must have rabies vaccination proof for the dog you are licensing. If the dog has not received rabies vaccination, it cannot be licensed. If the dog has been spayed/neutered you need that documentation as well. Once you receive the tags for the dog’s license, the dog keeps that same tags for the duration of its life and you just pay to renew it every year, either by mail or in person at the Town Clerk’s Office.
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I will be out of Town when my tax payment is due. How will I know what amount to pay? How can I pay my taxes if I am out of town?
There are several ways to obtain your tax information. Please feel free to contact the Tax Receiver’s Office at (845) 294-6250 ext. 1240 to find out the exact amount due, and the address in which to mail your payment or you can visit the egov tax bills website to view online:
egov tax bills on line
If I want to speak to the Town Board, what is the best way to go about it?
The Town Board welcomes all input from residents and calls for any comments at the end of every Town Board meeting, at which time you would have an opportunity to address the Town Board on agenda items only.
They can also be reached via email: DBloomfield@Townofgoshen.org
After I have paid off my Mortgage, how do I file / obtain a Lien Release or obtain a copy of my Deed?
The Orange County Clerk’s office, located in the Parry Bldg 4 Glenmere Cove Road, Goshen, New York 10924 can provide this information. For further information, please contact (845) 291-2690.
Can I pay a traffic ticket at the Town Hall?
Yes, Town of Goshen traffic tickets can be paid at the Goshen Town Court, which is located at 41 Webster Ave - 2nd floor. For more information, please call (845) 294-6477.
At what age do you need a Fishing License?
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation requires individuals age sixteen (16) and older to obtain a fishing license. Individuals under sixteen (16) years of age do not need a fishing license, as long as they are fishing with a licensed individual.
At what age does my dog need to be licensed?
New York State Agriculture and Markets Law requires all dogs age four (4) months and older to be licensed. Proof of rabies vaccination is required.
For dogs spayed/neutered the annual fee is $7.00 (includes state mandated $1.00 surcharge), and for dogs not spayed/neutered the annual fee is $15.00 (includes state mandated $3.00 surcharge).
For dogs spayed/neutered the annual fee is $7.00 (includes state mandated $1.00 surcharge), and for dogs not spayed/neutered the annual fee is $15.00 (includes state mandated $3.00 surcharge).
Can I file a Small Claims suit at the Town Hall?
Yes, Small Claims can be filed at the Goshen Town Court, which is located at 41 Webster Ave - 2nd floor. For more information, please call (845) 294-6477 or visit Orange County Small Claims Court
Does the Town have a public dump site for dropping off debris?
There is a county public dump located at 21 Training Center Lane New Hampton, NY 10958. For assistance/guidance with regard to debris that cannot be disposed of through your refuse company, please contact (845) 291-2640 or (845) 291-2664.
Does the Town of Goshen collect and dispose of household appliances?
Yes, the town hosts a clean up once a year in the spring. Click here for more information regarding what will be accepted for pick up.
Does the Town of Goshen offer a leaf collection service?
No.
How can I obtain a copy of a Birth Certificate or Death Certificate?
Birth and Death records are available from the Town Clerk of the municipality where the event occurred. The Goshen Town Clerk's office is located at 41 Webster Ave - 1st floor and can be reached at (845) 294-6250 x1222.
For more information: Genealogical Services (Birth & Death Certificates)
For more information: Genealogical Services (Birth & Death Certificates)
How can I obtain a duplicate marriage certificate?
Our office can issue a certified marriage certificate if you obtained your marriage license in the Town of Goshen.
How do I contact the Goshen Chamber of Commerce?
The Goshen Chamber of Commerce can be reached at(845) 294-7746 or by visiting their website at: Goshen Chamber.
Is there a Notary Public at the Town Hall
There is a Notary Public available at the Town Clerk’s Office from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Please bring photo identification for each person signing a document.
What do I need in order to get a passport?
Passport processing is done by the Orange County Clerk. You will need a valid driver’s license, and a raised seal birth certificate with a file date within one year of birth. Please have application entirely filled out before going before the clerk. If you are obtaining a passport for your child(ren) under the age of 16 BOTH parents must be present.
Click here for more information about obtaining a passport.
Click here for more information about obtaining a passport.
What do I need to get a marriage license?
Both parties need to be present. You need TWO forms of legal identification. This includes birth certificate, valid driver license, or passport. If you have been divorced, you need your stamped “received” divorce papers from EVERY previous marriage.
Click here for more information.
Click here for more information.
What is the FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) request process?
A The process to submit a FOIL request is first fill out a FOIL request form that can be found in the Town Clerk’s office or by clicking here.
Once you have completed the FOIL request form, submit it to the Town Clerk’s office:
Print and hand deliver to:
Town Clerk’s Office
Goshen Town Hall
41 Webster Ave - 1st floor
Goshen, NY 10924
The Freedom of Information Law requires that we respond to a request within five (5) business days of receipt of a request. If your request is approved, your request will be sent to the appropriate department for fulfillment. The requested documents will be released to you as soon as possible depending upon the volume of documents requested and time involved locating the material, but it will be within twenty (20) business days from the approval, unless we notify you otherwise. If any portion of the request is denied, you will be informed of the reason in writing and provided with the contact information to whom an appeal should be directed.
Once you have completed the FOIL request form, submit it to the Town Clerk’s office:
Print and hand deliver to:
Town Clerk’s Office
Goshen Town Hall
41 Webster Ave - 1st floor
Goshen, NY 10924
The Freedom of Information Law requires that we respond to a request within five (5) business days of receipt of a request. If your request is approved, your request will be sent to the appropriate department for fulfillment. The requested documents will be released to you as soon as possible depending upon the volume of documents requested and time involved locating the material, but it will be within twenty (20) business days from the approval, unless we notify you otherwise. If any portion of the request is denied, you will be informed of the reason in writing and provided with the contact information to whom an appeal should be directed.
What is the Goshen Post Office phone number?
Goshen Post Office is located at: 20 Grand Street, Goshen NY 10924 (845) 294-4288
Where can a minor child obtain working papers?
Working papers for students ages 14-16 can be obtained through the Goshen School District, at the health office, located at the Goshen High School, 222 Scotchtown Ave, Goshen, New York 10924. For further information, please contact (845) 615-6133.
Where can I apply for a D/B/A (Doing Business As) License?
D/B/A’s are processed through the Orange County Clerk’s office, located in the Parry Bldg 4 Glenmere Cove Road, Goshen, New York 10924. For further information, please contact (845) 291-2690.
Where can I apply for a Pistol Permit?
The Orange County Sheriff's Office conducts background investigations into Pistol Permit applications for presentation to the Orange County Court Judges, who make issuance determinations. For further information, please contact (845) 291-4033.
Where can I be finger printed?
Please visit the Orange County Sheriff's Office at 110 Wells Farm Road Goshen NY 10924 for fingerprinting or call (845) 291-4033 for more information.
Where can I purchase a Hunting or Fishing license?
Conservation licenses can be obtained from the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except on holidays.
For a full fee schedule click here.
For a full fee schedule click here.
Where is the Town’s jail located?
The county jail is located at 110 Wells Farm Road Goshen NY 10924. For further information, please contact (845) 291-7713 or 7715.
