| Bridle Trails | Location / Phone | Information / Hours |
| Hempstead Lake State Park |
Southern State Pkwy Exit 18 West Hempstead (516) 766-1029 |
There are two trails that total nine miles.
Open sunrise to sunset year-round.
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Town Board
Supervisor GillenChief executive officer of town government who presides at all town board meetings, directing the legislative and administrative functions of that body. Council Members
Responsible for adopting the annual budget, traffic regulations, and adopting and amending the town code and the building zone ordinances. Meetings & Hearings
Meetings of the Hempstead Town Board are divided into three sections: Public Hearing calendar, Decision calendar, and the Administrative calendar. RFPs / Bids
View Town of Hempstead Requests for Proposals and Notices to Bidders Town Code
A searchable index of the laws, regulations and ordinances of the Town of Hempstead. Town Budget
The annual budget for the Town of Hempstead. Town Map
View the Town of Hempstead Councilmanic District map. Code of Ethics
View the Town of Hempstead Code of Ethics.
Legal Notices
Town Board Meeting Live StreamView the Official Live Stream of the Town Board Meetings. Town Board Meeting Archives
View archives for the Official Live Stream of the Town Board Meetings. Town Board Meeting Documents
Download Legal Notices, Agendas, Resolutions, and Minutes from all Town Board Meetings. RFPs / Bids
Download Requests for Proposals and Notices to Bidders for Town projects. Special Districts
Information about the special districts within the Town of Hempstead. As per state law, the Town displays information furnished by the individual districts. Board of Appeals
The legal function of the Board of Appeals is to hold official public hearings and render formal written decisions on cases brought before it.
Town Clerk
Town Clerk's OfficeThis office provides licenses, certificates and permits to the residents of the Town of Hempstead and serves as the official "Keeper of the Record" for the Town. Sylvia A. Cabana
The Town Clerk is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Town Clerk's Office. Archives
The Archives provide an overview of historical records, documents and maps dating back to the town's founding in 1644. Marriage
The Town Clerk issues a New York State Marriage License to qualified applicants and records the marriage with the New York State Department of Health. Registrar
The Registrar's Office issues and maintains birth and death certificates for unincorporated communities. Passport Services
Application forms are available at the Town Clerk's Office and we can even take your required passport photo. Licenses & Permits
Browse the many different licenses and permits available at the Town Clerk's Office. For your convenience, some forms may be downloaded and printed. FOIL Request
Submit a FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) Request online.
Receiver of Taxes
Receiver of Taxes OfficeWhen, where and how to pay your taxes for the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, 99 special districts and 33 school districts. Donald X. Clavin, Jr.
The Receiver of Taxes is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Office of the Receiver of Taxes. Tax Information
Find out about the types of taxes collected by the Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Office, as well as Tax Discount and Tax Penalty policies. Tax Exemptions
The Town does not set your property tax assessment, but we can help to lower your taxes through several tax exemption programs. Challenge & Lower Your Taxes
Learn how to exercise your right to challenge your property tax assessment. Payment Reminders
Sign up for the Payment Reminder Mailing List to receive an e-mail reminder approximately 10 days prior to your tax bill due date. View/Pay Tax Bills Online
View your current tax bill and pay your taxes online with a credit card. e-Billing
Taxpayers have the option of having their property tax bills delivered electronically via email.
Town Resources
Animal ShelterThe Animal Shelter handles 500 to 600 animals per month; Animal Control officers respond to over 6,000 requests for service every year. Senior Enrichment
Provides social services and recreational programs for the Town's senior population. Housing Authority
Committed to providing safe, sanitary housing in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. Employment Services
Information about jobs with the Town of Hempstead or through our Department of Occupational Resources (DOOR). Planning & Economic Dev.
Administers the federally-funded Community Development Program and collects data on which policy-making decisions are based. Civil Service Commission
Implements and ensures compliance with the rules, regulations and requirements of the New York State Department of Civil Service. Greenfield Cemetery
The personnel at Greenfield offer Town residents immediate service and personalized assistance. TVASNAC
The Town-Village Aircraft Safety & Noise Abatement Committee
Citizen Services
Emergency ServicesA comprehensive list of important contact information for a variety of emergency situations that may arise. Public Safety Department
Responsible for the protection of the real and personal property of the Town and the maintenance of order on the real properties of the Town. Highway Department
Maintains more than 1,200 miles of roadway, 163 town parking fields, thousands of catch basins, as well as 2,200 miles of storm water drains. Sanitation Department
Manages refuse collection and disposal, the comprehensive curbside recycling program, and enforces all town sanitation ordinances. Water Department
Responsible for providing adequate quality drinking water for town residents not serviced by private utilities or village-operated systems Traffic Control & Street Lighting
Divisions which are responsible for street name and traffic control signs and street lighting units located on town roadways. Special Districts
Information about the special districts within the Town of Hempstead. As per state law, information furnished by the individual districts is available here. Veterans Services
The Town has our own Veterans Benefits Counselor on staff to assist veterans and their families file claims for veterans benefits.
Recreation
Parks & RecreationThe town maintains over 1,400 acres of parklands which offer year-round recreational and cultural activities for residents and visitors. Facilities
Find out about the parks, beaches, swimming pools, golf courses, skating rinks & other facilities in the town. Activities
Take advantage of quality recreational and cultural programming for town residents. ANCHOR
Answering the Needs of Citizens with Handicaps through Organized Recreation. Rules & Regulations
Guidelines for participation in Town of Hempstead programs. Tourism
Coordinates local marketing and promotion efforts and works with local organizations to promote business and vacation travel to the Town.
Conservation
Conservation & WaterwaysFunctions include preservation of the Town's wetlands and wildlife, monitoring of bay water quality and maintenance of navigational aids. Bay Constables
The Bay Constables serve as peace officers who patrol our waterways, enforcing navigation, conservation and marine safety laws and ordinances. Marinas & Fishing Piers
Information on town marinas, fishing piers and dock rentals. Preserves & Nature Areas
Discover and explore the stunning natural beauty within the Town of Hempstead. Local Tides & Weather
Find real-time information on local weather as well as sea and shoreline conditions for Long Island. Clean Energy Project
Hempstead Town has completed a number of progressive renewable energy projects. GeesePeace
The Town works with the non-profit organization GeesePeace to help control the rapidly increasing Canada Geese population in the area. Storm Water Management
Learn about good storm water management practices, which are essential to preserving Hempstead Town's beautiful natural resources.
Buildings
Building DepartmentThe Building Department is responsible for the enforcement of the Building Zone Ordinance and portions of the Town Code. Board of Appeals
The main function of the Board is to hold official public hearings and render formal written decisions on the cases brought before it. Permits & Applications
Detailed information on the permits and applications available at the Building Department. Building Forms
Browse the forms available at the Building Department. For your convenience some forms may be downloaded and printed. Structures in Waterways
Information on the application procedures and downloadable forms for the building of structures and bulkheads in waterways. Building Zone Ordinance
A searchable index of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Town of Hempstead. Landmarks Preservation
Information on the Landmark Preservation Commission, including a tour of structures of historic significance that have achieved landmark status.
