Town of White Creek, NY

Town of White Creek NY

Town Clerk Services

The Town Clerk offers a wide range of services, including issuing hunting licenses, marriage licenses, collecting taxes, and providing notary services.

Dog Licenses
Laws established by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, as well as the Town of White Creek, require every dog over four months of age to be licensed annually in the town where the dog is harbored.

An original dog license can be processed in person at the Town Clerk’s office.

Requirements for applying:

Complete the dog license registration form.
Provide a current certificate of rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian. Receipts showing payment of the vaccination will not be accepted.
Provide a spay or neuter certificate if applicable (this information is often included on the rabies certificate, e.g., MN for male neutered or FS for female spayed).
Submit the correct fee for the dog (see the Fees section below).
Dog licenses are valid for one year. A renewal notice will be mailed to the owner by the Town Clerk before the license expires.
The Town Clerk will issue a dog license tag, which is not the same as a rabies tag.

Service Dogs
All guide, service, therapy, hearing, or detection dogs are required to be licensed. Upon presenting documentation (e.g., a letter from a physician or trainer) that the dog is a service animal, along with a current rabies certificate, the license fee will be waived.

Seasonal Dogs
Any dog whose owner does not primarily reside in the Town of White Creek may show proof of licensing from another municipality.

Fees
Spayed/neutered dog: $10.00 per dog
Unaltered dog: $20.00 per dog
Service dog: No charge
Replacement tag: $3.00 per

Parking permit tags must be obtained from the Town Clerk’s office where the applicant primarily resides. Part-time or seasonal residents should contact the office to confirm eligibility.

Parking permits are issued to a person, not a vehicle.
There is no fee for a parking permit.

Applications

Applications must be completed by a qualified healthcare professional such as a medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, podiatrist, or nurse practitioner, as per New York State regulations.

Please note: A signed doctor’s prescription is not acceptable.

A link to the current application form, MV-664.1 (Handicap Parking Permit or License Plates), is available here.

Applicants must complete Part I of the application, and their physician must complete Part II.
A completed application can be submitted to the Town Clerk along with the applicant’s driver’s license or non-driver ID card.
If an applicant is unable to apply in person, please contact the Town Clerk for assistance.

Parking Tags

Permanent Tag

Permanent tags are issued to residents certified by a qualified healthcare professional as having a permanent disability, impairment, or condition. Tags are valid for up to five years, after which a renewal application is required.

As of October 8, 2008, physician assistants may certify permanent disabilities, impairments, or conditions.

Temporary Tag

Temporary tags are issued to residents certified by a physician as having a temporary disability, valid for up to six months.

If the condition persists after six months, a new certification is required for renewal.

Please note: Physician assistants are not authorized to certify temporary disabilities, impairments, or conditions.

Accessibility Information

Applications and instructions are available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Please contact the Town Clerk for assistance.

Conservation Licenses (hunting/fishing)

In order to obtain Hunting and Fishing Licenses, you are required to visit the Town Clerks office in person.
If you are purchasing a hunting license for the first time, you will need to present an educational certificate that is relevant to the specific license you want to purchase, except for fishing licenses.

However, for subsequent licenses, providing proof of a previous license or a drivers license will be sufficient.

Marriage Licenses

To obtain a marriage license, both individuals must be present at the Town Clerk’s office.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply for a marriage license in New York State.
Marriage licenses are valid only in New York State. A marriage license is valid for 60 days, beginning 24 hours after the exact time it is issued.

Fee: $40.00

Required Documents:
Applicants must bring one document from each of the following categories:

Age-Related Documents

Birth Certificate
Baptismal Record
Naturalization Record
Census Record

Identity-Related Documents

Driver’s License
Passport
Employment Picture ID
Immigration Record

*Photocopies are not accepted; all documents must be original or certified copies.

Previous Marriages:
If an applicant has been previously married, they must provide a certified copy of one of the following documents for each prior marriage:

Decree of Divorce
Certificate of Dissolution of Marriage
Spouse’s Death Certificate

Tax Collection

County/Town Taxes

Tax Bill Mailing: Tax bills are typically mailed on the first business day after Christmas.
Payment Deadline: Payments are due without penalty by January 31. A timely postmark is accepted as proof of payment.
Payment Methods: Payments can be made using cash or check, payable to: White Creek Tax Collector. Currently, the Town of White Creek does not accept debit or credit card payments.
Late Payments and Penalties: Payments made after January 31 are subject to penalties. Specific penalty rates and additional fees are determined by the Town of White Creek; please refer to your tax bill or contact the Town Clerk for detailed information.
Transfer to County Treasurer: In early April (specific date varies), any unpaid taxes are turned over to the Washington County Treasurer. After this transfer, property owners must contact the Washington County Treasurer at 518-746-2220 to obtain the updated amount due, including penalties and interest, and for payment instructions.
Online Payment for Delinquent Taxes: The Washington County Treasurer offers an online payment option for delinquent taxes through their website. Please note that this service is only available for taxes that have been turned over to the county; current taxes should be paid directly to the White Creek Tax Collector.

School Taxes

Please note: The Town of White Creek does not accept school tax payments.

Tax Bill Mailing: School districts typically mail tax bills around Labor Day.
Payment Instructions: Each tax bill will specify whether the school district or a designated bank is collecting the payment. Check the bill for the specific due date and payment instructions.

Contact Information for School Tax Collectors:

Cambridge Central School Tax Collector: 518-677-8520 ext. 1017
Hoosick Falls Central School Tax Collector: 518-686-7321

FOIL REQUESTS

Notary Services

Elections

Record Keeper

Registrar of Vital Statistics