Welcome to the Town of Ghent
Ghent is a peaceful town where independence and community coexist. Founded in 1818 from parts of Chatham, Claverack and Kinderhook, it was named for the peace treaty that brought the War of 1812 to a close, re-establishing U.S. independence from Great Britain.
Ghent is tucked away in the beautiful Hudson Valley of Upstate New York, centrally located in Columbia County and northeast of the city of Hudson. It has a total area of 45.4 square miles and a population of 5,402 at the 2010 census. Ghent’s zip code is 12075.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PUBLIC NOTICES
Notice of Public Hearing on May 20
There will be a public hearing before the Ghent Town Board on May 20, 2021 at 6:50 p.m. for the purpose of considering Local Law No. 2 of 2021.
K.I.S.S. Keeping Identities of Seniors Safe
Shredding available at Ghent Town Hall, Monday-Thursday 8:30am-3:00pm and Fridays 9am to Noon June 7-26, 2021.
Zoom Information for May 12 ZBA Meeting
There will be Ghent ZBA Meeting on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 on Zoom beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Assessment Roll and Grievance Information
Notice is hereby given that the Tentative Assessment Roll for the Town of Ghent is completed, and a copy thereof is available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Zoom Information for May 5 Planning Board Meeting
There will be Ghent Planning Board Meeting on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 on Zoom beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Notice of Public Hearing for the Purpose of Considering a Major Subdivision
There will be a public hearing before the Town of Ghent Planning Board on May 5, 2021 beginning at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering a major subdivision of the lands of James Renfro, Rigor Hill Road, Ghent, New York (Tax Map No. 94.-1-6.11).