East Hampton Town

Montauk Light was the first lighthouse in New York State, and is the fourth-oldest active lighthouse in the United States. The tower is 110 feet 6 inches (33.68 metres) high. The current light is a 31⁄2 order bivalve (clamshell) Fresnel lens. On April 12, 1792, construction on the lighthouse was authorized by the 2nd United States Congress […]

2026 Residential Recycling Permits are available to purchase as of Monday, February 2, 2026 and are due by April 1, 2026.   Residential Primary permits are $130.00 Seniors aged 65 and above are $55.00 Secondary permits are $55.00   Sanitation Office Hours: (For Residential and Commercial hauler permits ONLY)  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday – […]

Recreational Dockage Renewal Application Now find the application at Marine Patrol. 2026 Residential Recycling Permits Permits will be available for purchase at the Town Clerk’s Office and the East Hampton Recycling Center. Permits are required by April 1, 2026. You can pay with cash or check—please make the check out to, “East Hampton Town.” Residential […]

Charles Silas Parsons was born in 1858 on the Parsons farm at Fire Place, the large house at the bend in the road just before it goes to the beach. The 1865 New York State Agricultural Census describes the farm as 480 acres, i.e. 130 “improved” acres.  He had 12 cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry, […]

Department Responsibilities The IT Department is here to provide the technology required for the fulfillment of the Town’s mission in an efficient and effective manner.  The IT department assists in the technical analysis, design, procurement, implementation, operation and support of computing infrastructure and services. The IT Department is responsible for overseeing the infrastructure of technical […]

Town of East Hampton – Account Clerk with the Human Services Department An employee in this class performs specialized clerical work in keeping financial records of some variety and complexity. The incumbent is responsible for keeping books or records that are subject to audit. Duties may include utilization of computers with financial capabilities. The work […]

Lifeguard – Starting at $23.80 per hour; higher rates depending upon certification and title Responsibilities include: Performs skilled safety work in monitoring swimmers at ocean and bay locations Observes and pays close attention to swimmers that may show signs of being in distress Rescues swimmers when in distress; administers first aid and/or CPR, if necessary […]

Town of East Hampton – Endangered Species Management Intern with the Natural Resources Department The Town of East Hampton’s Natural Resources Department is looking for a summer intern to support the identification and monitoring of federally endangered and threatened species, including the piping plover. As part of the Endangered Species Management Program, the Town holds […]

Marriage licenses are issued by the Town Clerk for the State of New York. Marriage licenses are processed Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M until 3:30 P.M and require both parties to be present with the following documents; Here is a helpful form for filling out your marriage license. A. Current form of Photo ID: […]

Cantwell Court Affordable Housing Subdivision ______________________________________________________________________________ What is the Affordable Home Ownership Program? The Town of East Hampton Affordable Home Ownership Program is the Town of East Hampton’s principal program to provide the opportunity for home ownership to qualified individuals and families. Since the 1980’s, this program has led to the construction and administration of over […]

Recreation Aide – $18.56 per hour Responsibilities include: Prepares activities and may act as a sports official Leads activities of various age groups Instructs and participates in sports including, but not limited to basketball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, etc. Instructs and issues materials and supplies for arts and crafts Monitors the Montauk Skate Park and Amagansett […]

The story of Pudding Hill, a Revolutionary War tale, took place at what today is 4 Ocean Avenue in East Hampton where Woods Lane, Main Street and Ocean Avenue converge. Pudding Hill Lane, between Ocean Avenue and Georgica Road, is a bit south of there.  There are several versions of the tale, but the most […]

The Town of East Hampton is proud to welcome six new police officers following their graduation from the Suffolk County Police Academy as part of Class 25-194. The Town’s newest officers are Julie Catalanotti, Abraham Badillo, Michael Letscher, John Lowe, Tyler Kilmnick, and Corin Ingui. “On behalf of the Town Board and the entire East […]

The Town of East Hampton – Laborer with the Sanitation Department An employee in this position is responsible for the executing daily operations of the Sanitation Department. Responsibilities include: Performing manual work including but not limited to sweeping, raking, picking up trash and assisting with the disposal of trash Loading and unloading supplies May use […]

Town of East Hampton Online Tax Payment & Information Portal https://eGov.EHamptonNY.Gov 2025-2026 Property Tax bills were mailed on December 18, 2025.  The Forte Pay By Phone Payment System is open for payments. The Online Tax Payment and Information Portal is open for payments. The Tax Receiver’s Office at 300 Pantigo Pl Suite 106, East Hampton […]