The Village of Sloatsburg has a Commuter Parking Lot that offers parking spaces on a monthly or yearly basis to residents and non-residents. The parking lot is located across from the train station on Mill Street. Additional parking spaces are available at the Municipal Building in a designated area.

Fees

Commuter Parking fees:

1.    Resident monthly fee $25.00

2.    Resident annual fee $275.00

3.    Nonresident monthly fee $40.00

4.    Nonresident annual fee $450.00

5.    Daily parking fee $10.00

Premium Parking Fees at Mill St Park

1.    Resident monthly fee $30.00

2.    Resident annual fee $300.00

3.    Non-Resident monthly fee $45.00

4.    Non-Resident annual fee $500.00

5.    Daily parking fee $15.00

Fees are nonrefundable. All fees must be paid at the time of application by check or cash. Renewal fees must be received prior to permit expiration.

Regulations

A permit may only be used by 1 vehicle at any time; however, may be transferred among any vehicles listed under the application. All changes in vehicles registered under the assigned permit must be reported to the Village office.

All permit holders are subject to official rules and regulations. This permit does not cover parking of vehicles in the Municipal Building Parking Lot, except where designated.  Permits MUST be displayed at all times while in the commuter lot.

For additional information: (845) 753-2727.

Commuter Parking Permit Application

The Sloatsburg Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit community organization dedicated to promoting economic opportunity and improving local quality of life through advocacy, leadership, events, and education, all to benefit members and the wider corridor community in which they live.

The Chamber is also a proud partner of Rockland County Tourism and Explore HarrimanNY, which promotes western Rockland County's unique state park and outdoor experience.

The Chamber maintains an office at Harmony Hall, 15 Liberty Rock Road, Sloatsburg, NY 10974.

For additional information: SloatsburgChamber.net | SloatsburgChamberofCommerce@gmail.com | Social Media @SloatsburgC.

Board of Trustees

Mr. John Bonkoski, Deputy Mayor & Fire Commissioner | JohnBonkoski@SloatsburgNY.com | (845) 753-2727

Mr. Thomas Donnelly, Trustee | Commissioner of Public Works | TomDonnelly@SloatsburgNY.com | (845) 753-2727.

Mr. Darrell Frasier, Trustee | Liaison to Library & Community Development | DarrellFrasier@SloatsburgNY.com | (917) 453-8905.

Mr. Marc Bitterman, Trustee | Liaison to Planning and Zoning | Scholarship Committee | MarcBitterman@SloatsburgNY.com | (845)753-2727

For additional information: (845) 753-2727.

Building Department

The Building Department is open Monday and Wednesday from 8:00AM - 2:00PM and Friday from 8:00AM - 1:00PM. Mr. George Thamsen is the Building Inspector, Code Enforcement Officer and Fire Inspector. Ms. Rachel Guido is the Building Department Secretary.

Please contact the Building Department directly for information regarding building permits, code violations and fire inspections.

If you would like to pay for your fire inspection online, please click here. Note there is a 2.65% or minimum charge or $3.00 per transaction for credit cards or $1.50 for E-check. If you wish to pay by personal check, please make it payable to “Village of Sloatsburg” and mail or drop off at Village Hall during hours of operation.

For additional information: Building@SloatsburgNY.com | (845) 753-2727, extension 211.

Building Permit Application

Bulk Table Requirements

Clerk & Treasurer Department

The Clerk / Treasurer Department can be reached during normal business hours, Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-4:00PM. Mrs. Mary Hahn is the Village Clerk & Treasurer. Ms. Jessica Oms is the Deputy Clerk/Treasurer.

If you would like to make your property tax payment online, please click here. Note there is a 2.65% or minimum charge or $3.00 per transaction for credit cards or $1.50 for E-check. If you wish to pay by personal check, please make it payable to “Village of Sloatsburg” and mail or drop off at Village Hall during hours of operation.

For additional information: MaryHahn@SloatsburgNY.com | (845) 753-2727, extension 207 | JessicaOms@sloatsburgny.com | (845) 753-2727, extension 204.

Engineering Department

The Village has engaged Mancuso Engineering, PLLC for all engineering activities. Their office is located at 12 Wintergreen Road, Sloatsburg, NY 10974.

Village of Sloatsburg MS-4 Annual Report

For additional information: EveMancuso@gmail.com | (914) 924-3832.

Justice Court

The Sloatsburg Village Justice Court Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:00AM to 4:00PM.  Court hours begin at 5:00PM on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month.

Honorable Jerome Jefferson is the presiding Village Justice; Honorable Larraine Feiden is the Associate Village Justice; Kim Peters is the Court Clerk.

If you would like to pay a ticket or other fine online, go to http://www.paycourtonline.com/.

For additional information: KimPeters@nycourts.gov | (845) 753-5506 | fax (845) 753-5512.

Legal Department

The Village is represented by the law firm of Balsamo, Byrne, Cipriani & Ellsworth. Their office is located at 16 Chestnut Street, Suffern, NY 10901.

For additional information: rellsworth@bbcelaw.com | (845) 357-2744 | fax (845) 357-3987.

Mayor’s Office

The Mayor, Peter J. Akey, can be reached during normal business hours, Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-4:00PM.

For additional information: PeterAkey@sloatsburgny.com | (845) 753-2727, extension 0.

Personnel Department

To inquire about job openings, please contact the Village office at (845) 753-2727.

Planning Board

The Village Planning Board consists of 7 members with 2 alternates and is supported by the Village Attorney and Engineer. Mr. Glenn Thompson is the sitting Chairman and can be reached by calling the Village office or emailing GlennThompson@SloatsburgNY.com. Planning Board Members: Mr. Glenn Thompson, Mrs. Lynn DelDuca, Mr. Thomas Dodrill, Mr. Joseph Hardiman, Mrs. Susan McDonagh, Mr. Douglas Volpicella Sr., Mrs. Marianna Krichevsky, Alternates Mr. Louis Zarro and Mr. Ryan Jagard.

Applications can be downloaded below or picked up from the Village Clerk’s Office. Applicants are required to submit 12 complete sets of applications, maps and sealed site plans 2 weeks prior to the meeting.

If the applicant is required to appear before the CDRC, Community Design Review Committee, prior to the Planning Board, 6 complete sets of applications and maps / sealed site plans 2 weeks prior to the meeting.

For meeting dates, see the Meetings page.

Planning Board Application Form

Public Works Department

The Highway Department is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all of the Village roads, public facilities and snowplowing services. The office is open Monday - Friday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM. Supervisor of Public Works, Mr. Christopher Szklany. The office is located at 100 Sterling Mine Road.

For additional information: | (845) 753-5282 Chrisszklany@sloatsburgny.com

Receiver of Taxes

For questions regarding Village taxes, please contact the Village office at (845) 753-2727.

The Village offers a two payment plan. In lieu of a full payment on or before February 1st, the resident may pay half taxes due on or before February 1st and make a 2nd payment on or before August 1st.

All taxes remaining opened and unpaid are remitted by the Village in November for relevy onto the State, Town and County tax bills.

If you would like to make your property tax payment online, please click here. Note there is a 2.65% or minimum charge or $3.00 per transaction for credit cards or $1.50 for E-check. If you wish to pay by personal check, please make it payable to “Village of Sloatsburg” and mail or drop off at Village Hall during hours of operation.

Recreation Department

Community Fields

Located in the southern most part of the Village, is approximately 25 acres of developed recreation facilities. The area boasts:

• children’s playground

• basketball court

• two tennis / pickleball courts

• little league field

• multi-purpose 1 soccer / lacrosse field - regulation size with lights

• multi-purpose 2 softball / baseball field - regulation size with lights

• multi-purpose 3 soccer / lacrosse field - regulation size

• multi-purpose 4 soccer / lacrosse practice field with lights

• fitness walk

• outdoor pavilion

Restrooms are available on-site.

The pavilion is available to rent by contacting the Village office. All applicants must complete an application form, provide proper insurance document and submit payment.

Recreation Secretary: Mrs. Natasha Ramos-Swanson

Community Field Use Rules and Regulations

Community Field Use Application (as of April, 2024)

Community Pavilion Use Application (as of December, 2023)

Recreation Complex Reservations

Brook Street Park

Located next to the Pool, Brook Street Park was renovated in 2018-2019. The renovation upgraded the ground surface coverings with poured-in-place material and added 2 new playground sets for children. In addition, the grounds were paved to allow for easier access, swing components updated and several other play structures were replaced or painted. The Park also hosts a basketball court.

Municipal Pool

Located at 31 Sterling Avenue, the Pool opens at the end of June until Labor Day. The Pool is open 7 days a week and is fully staffed by a Swim Area Supervisor, Mrs. Rachel Holden Adams and trained life guards. Pool Memberships are restricted to Village residents and can be purchased at the Village Clerk’s Office or by completing the Pool Registration Form and submitting with payment.

Membership fees are: Family $400 | Individual $175 | Senior Citizen $40.

Guest fees for are: Adult $10 | Children $5 (weekends and weekdays).

Swim lessons will be offered for a nominal fee for Village residents who are members and register their children. Please visit the office for a Registration form and refer to the pool information page for more details.

Sloatsburg Municipal Pool Rules and Regulations

Additional pool information page

For Recreation information: Recreation@SloatsburgNY.com | (845) 753-2727.

Registrar

Filing of birth and death certificates which occur in the Village of Sloatsburg is performed by the Registrar. There is a fee of $10.00 per certification.

For questions, please contact the Village office at (845) 753-2727.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Village Zoning Board of appeals consists of 5 members with 1 alternate and is supported by the Village Attorney and Engineer. Mr. Gus Stritmater is the sitting Chairman and can be reached by calling the Village office. Zoning Board of Appeals Members: Mr. Gus Stritmater, Mr. Kevin Bonkoski, Mr. William Samora, Mr. Stephen Hoefer, Mr. John Wissner, and Alternate Mr. Kevin Camilleri.

Applications can be downloaded below or picked up from the Village Clerk’s Office. Applicants are required to submit 10 complete sets of applications, maps / sealed site plans and narrative 2 weeks prior to the meeting.

If the applicant is required to appear before the CDRC, Community Design Review Committee, prior to the Planning Board, 6 complete sets of applications, maps and sealed site plans 2 weeks prior to the meeting.

For meeting dates, see the Meetings page.

Zoning Board Application Form

Bulk Table Requirements

For questions, please contact the Village office at (845) 753-2727.

Education & Outreach

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County provides an extensive informational website along with free or low-cost workshop information.

Stormwater Consortium of Rockland County provides Stormwater Consortium & Water Quality Education.

Sloatsburg Elementary School is part of the Suffern Central School District. The school services children in grades kindergarten to 2nd grade with an average school population of 300. The current school was built in 1942. Mrs. Vanessa Rodriguez is the current Principal.

For additional information: https://www.sufferncentral.org/ses/ | (845) 753-2720 | Social Media @SESPPirates.

Ambulance

The below ambulance service is currently under contract by the Town of Ramapo to provide ambulance coverage for the Village of Sloatsburg. They have a dedicated ambulance that is stationed at Good Sam Hospital and responds when dispatched by the County 911 system.

For additional information: Spring Hill EMS

Fire Department

Mr. Matthew Swanson is the Chief of Department.

The Sloatsburg Fire Department is one of the 26 fully volunteer fire departments in Rockland County, New York. The Sloatsburg Volunteer Fire Department is part of the Rockland County Mutual Aid Plan. The department also provides, through a contractual arrangement, fire protection services to the Ramapo Fire Protection District #2 and the Johnsontown Road Fire Protection District. Responding to over 120 emergency calls a year, our responses range from structural fires, automatic fire alarms, vehicle accidents & extrication , brush fires, and hazardous materials incidents. The nearly 60 active members unselfishly and proudly dedicate their extra time to ensure the safety and comfort of the Village of Sloatsburg's visitors and residents. Aside from responding to emergency calls, our volunteers train weekly and routinely attend full training courses at the Rockland County Fire Training Center. The expertise and professionalism of Rockland's Volunteer Firefighters undoubtedly saves tax payers millions of dollars each year.

Those wishing to contact the department for non-emergencies purposes can call (845) 753-2727. New volunteers are always welcome.

For additional information: https://sloatsburgfire.org

Police

The Village of Sloatsburg is provided police coverage through the Town of Ramapo Police Department. Department Headquarters are located at 237 Route 59 Suffern, New York. The current Chief is Daniel Hyman. The Department can be reached for non-emergency purposes at (845) 357-2400.

Rockland County Sewer District

Sewer services are provided to the Village of Sloatsburg by the Rockland County Sewer District. During business hours, their contact number is (845) 365-6111. After hours, please call (845) 365-6661.

Sanitation

Sanitation services are provided through a contractual arrangement with Rockland Green. The current hauler is Carlo Minuto Carting Co. Inc. Refer to Sanitation Service details for additional information. For all inquiries and questions, you can contact them at (845) 753-2200. 

For details on the Hazardous Waste Drop-off Facility in Pomona. See the attached flyer or call (845) 364-2444.

Water

The Village of Sloatsburg is provided water by Veolia of New York. Their contact number is (877) 426-8969.

Since 1979, the Sloatsburg Historical Society, SHS, has gathered monthly to promote and preserve our local history. They work closely with the Sloatsburg Library to collect and maintain historic documents and artifacts. In 2019, they sponsored the refurbishment of 5 Sloatsburg historic markers, and they maintain an annual tradition of conducting a historic tour of Sloatsburg for the 4th grade elementary students. The group actively promotes the awareness of local history through slide presentations, speaker programs and by publishing two books.

SHS is a federally tax-exempt 501c (3) non-profit organization and is chartered by the N.Y.S. Department of Education. The SHS depends on the generosity of organizations, businesses and individuals to fund its activities. Meetings are open to the public and are held every 4th Monday of each month at 7:00PM in the Community Room at the Sloatsburg Public Library.

For additional information: (845) 753-2030 | SHS, P.O. Box 303, Sloatsburg, NY 10974.

Sloatsburg United Methodist Church

The Sloatsburg United Methodist Church is located at 93 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, NY 10974. Pastor Peter Kim currently presides over the parish.

For additional information: Visit them on Facebook | seramiso@msn.com | (845) 753-2059.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church is located at 32 Eagle Valley Road, Sloatsburg, NY 10974. Father Joseph Emmanuel currently presides over the parish.

For additional information: https://www.joanofarcmtcarmel.org | joanofarcsloats@optonline.net | (845) 753-5239.

The Sloatsburg Public Library is located at 1 Liberty Rock Road. The Library is a unique New York State municipal library, with its own non-profit status and independent board of trustees appointed by the mayor. Ms. Annmarie McAnany is the Library Director overseeing library operations. The Board of Trustees includes: Jane Thompson, President, Beth Kaplan, Financial Officer, and Trustees Joanne Bitterman, Mario Donatelli, Merion Jenns, Edward Marse and Mary Hahn. The Board of Trustees meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. Meetings are open to the public.

The Library dates its origin to 1959 when a committee of 6 residents were appointed by then Sloatsburg Mayor John McAlevey. The committee began a book campaign to seed a public library. In 1967, the library officially became a village resource. It is composed of 2 connected historical Sloatsburg buildings that were originally part of St. Francis Episcopal Church, a mission church of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in tuxedo.

For additional information: http://SloatsburgLibrary.org | SloatsburgPublicLibrary@gmail.com | (845) 753-2001.

The Sloatsburg Senior Citizens Center is located at 8 Liberty Rock Road. The group was organized in 1972 and boasts a membership of over 90 members. Their weekly meetings are social with occasional guest speakers. The group meets every Wednesday at 1:00PM. Mr. Ralph Conte is the President.

For additional information: (845) 753-6646.

Coach USA bus service runs in and out of Sloatsburg. Check their website for schedule details.

NJ Transit provides train service in and out of Sloatsburg. Check their website for schedule details.