The Town of Wappinger Town Hall will be CLOSED on Good Friday, March 29, 2024. Offices will reopen Monday, April 1, 2024.

*** Please be advised that online payments for water and sewer bills are temporarily unavailable through April 1, 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience. ***

Handicapped Permits

Residency Handicapped Parking Permit issuing agents are only authorized to issue permits to residents of that agents municipality. Residents of the Village of Wappingers Falls should visit the Village Clerk, John Karge, at 2628 South Ave. Residents of the Town of Poughkeepsie should visit the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department at 19 Tucker Drive Residents…

Hawkers & Peddlers

Peddling & Soliciting The Town of Wappinger Town Code §175-5 requires that any person engaging in activity as a peddler or solicitor within the Town of Wappinger needs to first obtain a license from the Town Clerk. §175-4 defines a peddler as: “Any person, including an employee or agent of another, who sells or offers…

Dog Licensing

Why are dogs licensed in New York State? Aside from being a New York State Law that dogs are to be licensed, the following are some legitimate benefits to licensing: Licensing provides each dog a unique identification number that is permanent for the life of the dog. This numbering system has been proven to be…

Marriage License

Where do you get a marriage license? A couple who intends to be married in New York State must apply together in person for a marriage license to any town or city clerk in the state. When can you obtain a marriage license at the Wappinger Town Hall? A marriage license can be obtained Monday…

Town Clerk

Current Four-Year Term of Office January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2023 Served the Town Since January 1, 1998 Councilman 1998-2012 Town Clerk 2014 – Present Responsibilities of the Office The Wappinger Town Clerk serves as the official keeper of record for the Town of Wappinger. The incumbent is also clerk of the town board.…

Dog Control

The Town of Wappinger Animal Control responds to calls regarding stray and nuisance dogs. Jerry may be reached at 845-297-1030. In addition, you may visit the website of the Hudson Valley Animal Rescue and Sanctuary.   None at this time Jerald Owen, Dog Control Officer Dog Licensing

Assessor, Office of the

New York State Star Exemption New York State has changed legislation in how the STAR will be granted. If you notice a change on your school tax bill, or any other questions regarding your STAR credit check, please contact New York State Department of Taxation and Finance at (518) 457-2036. All new homeowners that have…