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 May 4 Public Hearing before the Planning Board: considering a subdivision of the lands of Peter Buckbee
The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be conducted and open to the public via the Zoom online meeting platform.
Public Notice – Assessment Roll and Grievance Information
Pursuant to Sections 506 and 526 of the Real Property Tax Law: Notice is hereby given that the Tentative Assessment Roll for the Town of Ghent is completed, and a copy thereof may be seen at Ghent Town Hall, 2306 State Rte….
Neighborhood Sun launches campaign to increase access to community solar and cost savings for Columbia County residents
Neighborhood Su is launching a county-wide community solar campaign to spread awareness and promote equitable access to clean energy across Columbia County.
Pilot food scrap program now at county waste stations
In response to public feedback, the Columbia County Solid Waste Department will be working with a local vendors to start a pilot food scrap program at the County waste stations.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day: Saturday, May 7, 8:00am-Noon
Columbia County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is located at the Highway Garage at 178 Route 23B in Greenport.
There will not be an April meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Town of Ghent Zoning Board of Appeals will not be meeting on April 13, 2022. There are no applications before the Board.