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The Orange County Board of Elections reminds all registered voters that Saturday, February 14th, is the deadline to change your party enrollment before the 2026 Primary Election on June 23rd. 

Primary elections are a way for political parties to choose who will be their candidates on the general election ballot in November. New York State has closed primaries, meaning that to vote in a party’s primary election, you must be an enrolled member of that party. 

Enrollment change requests must be received by the Board of Elections by February 14th to be effective for the June Primary. Any enrollment changes received after that will take effect seven days after the June Primary. The Orange County Board of Elections office will be open Saturday, February 14th, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, to receive any last-minute enrollment changes. 

You can change your enrollment by submitting a new voter registration form to the Board of Elections using any of the following methods: 

• • Use the NYS Board of Elections’ Online Voter Registration portal – learn more at elections.ny.gov. Application deadline is 11:59 PM on February 14th. 
• • Use the MyDMV customer portal – learn more at dmv.ny.gov. The application deadline if using the DMV portal is 1:59 PM on Friday, February 13th. 
• • Submit a paper form to our office in person or by mail to: 

Orange County Board of Elections 

75 Webster Ave  
PO Box 30  
Goshen, NY 10924 

Note that a mailed application must still be received by the Board of Elections by February 14th to be effective before the primary, so personal delivery is the safer option. Paper forms are available at your local post office, municipal building, or over the counter at the Board of Elections. Call us at 845-360-6500 if you need a form mailed to you or have any other questions. 

Not sure about your voter registration or enrollment status? Look it up at https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/

Town Board Meeting Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM (Monroe Town Hall 1465 Orange Tpke., Monroe)

Please click here to view the Agenda.

Village of Monroe: Mayor's Message: Public Service Announcement

The Village of Monroe will be entering into an agreement with the Town of Monroe to utilize space next door to 7 Stage Road (11 Stage Road). This space will provide a safe, warm, and well-lit location for individuals attending court sessions or Village events when seating capacity in Village Hall cannot accommodate additional attendees. We anticipate this agreement to be completed very shortly, and I will keep everyone apprised of all steps moving forward.

Additionally, this past year, the Village has purchased property within the Village of Monroe for the future construction of a new Village Hall. This facility will be designed to meet both the Village’s operational needs and the needs of the court for many years to come.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Sincerely,

Neil Dwyer
Mayor

The Orange County Department of Motor Vehicle offices will be closed beginning Thursday, February 12th, 2026

Orange County Clerk, Kelly A. Eskew, announces all Orange County DMV’s will be temporarily closed for the new State licensing modernization program.

The Orange County Department of Motor Vehicle offices will be closed beginning Thursday, February 12^th, 2026(President’s Holiday) and is tentatively scheduled to reopen on Wednesday February 18, 2026, at 9:00am.

County Clerk Kelly A. Eskew encourages residents to make necessary arrangements in advance due to the upcoming New York Statewide DMV closure, beginning on Friday February 13, 2026. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles will be implementing the new Licensing DRIVES application. During this time all DMV transactions, including in-person, online and telephone services, will be temporarily unavailable while the large-scale system upgrade is completed. The office will reopen to the public as soon as the State confirms system readiness and we will communicate any changes to the reopening schedule.

During the initial weeks following reopening, please allow extra time for your transactions to be completed as staff and customers adjust to the new system. Your patience and understanding during this transition are greatly appreciated.

Please note: This DMV closure will not affect the other operations of the Orange County Clerk’s Office, which will remain open for all non-DMV services.

Orange County State of Emergency Lifted

For Immediate Release                                                      

January 26, 2026                                                                 Contact: Rebecca Sheehan

845.291.2700 

Orange County State of Emergency Lifted

County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has announced that the Local State of Emergency in Orange County will be officially lifted effective at 12:00 Noon today, Monday, January 26th.

Road conditions have significantly improved following sustained clean-up operations by municipal and County public works crews, and travel throughout the County can begin to return to normal. Public works crews will continue to monitor the roadways and address any remaining isolated issues. Residents should continue to give these public servants access to the roadways to continue necessary snow removal work. Parking restrictions associated with the State of Emergency are no longer in effect, unless otherwise posted. Municipal parking restrictions remain in effect for the duration of the State of Emergency issued within that jurisdiction.

“Thanks to the diligent and dedicated hard work of our public works crews and emergency personnel, as well as the patience and cooperation of County residents, we are able to safely lift this State of Emergency,” said Neuhaus. “However, I encourage residents to remain off the roads as much as possible and use caution when traveling, as there are still snow removal operations in progress.”

Further information/details:

·      The County’s Code Blue remains in effect due to below freezing temperatures. No one should be out on the streets. If you are aware of someone who is without housing, or have other non-emergency questions or concerns, please call 311. A list of warming centers available throughout the County is available on the Orange County Government website.

·      County Government Buildings remain closed to the public today, Monday, January 26, 2026, including, the Orange County Government Center, County Clerk, DMV, All Courts, and the Orange County Courthouse. All government offices are expected to open on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. County employees need not report to work today, except designated essential workers that have been directed to report to work by a Department Head. County employees are to report to work on regular schedules beginning tomorrow, January 27th.

·      For information about Orange County school and businesses closures, please check the school district’s or business’ websites and social media.

·      The Emergency Operations Center has been fully activated since 7:00 a.m. Sunday, January 25, 2026, with multiple community partners on-site, including Central Hudson, Orange and Rockland, Orange County Sheriff’s Office, NY State Police, and the County’s Emergency Operation’s Team and will continue to be fully operational until 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026.

Residents are advised to remain informed by monitoring official updates on Orange County Government’s website and social media pages:

https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyGovernment and https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyEmergencyManagement and be ready to follow any safety guidance issued by local authorities. Additional information will be provided as the situation develops.

For more information, contact Rebecca Sheehan, Assistant to County Executive, Director of Public Information and Media Relations, at 845.907.2332 or [email protected].

Refuse Schedule Change

Refuse Schedule Change

O.C. Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has Declared a Local State of Emergency in Orange County

For Immediate Release                                                                      Contact: Rebecca Sheehan
January 25, 2026                                                                                   Phone: 845.291.2700
 
In response to the developing winter storm situation in Orange County, County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has declared a "Local State of Emergency" in Orange County, as provided for under the provisions of Article 2-B, Section 24, N.Y.S. Executive Law.
 
This declaration empowers County officials to temporarily suspend and/or change normal County operating procedures including (but not limited to); saving lives, mitigating property damage, limiting access to impacted areas, and requesting additional assistance from New York State.
 
Advisory for Residents:
Residents of Orange County are advised to refrain from being on the roads unless they are deemed "essential personnel." County employees should not report to work unless you are essential. If you are uncertain as to your status, reach out to your department head. All vehicular and pedestrian traffic are prohibited from County roadways except for workers designated by medical, law enforcement, and municipalities as essential and traveling to and from work, as well as other officials and employees assisting in the effort to abate the emergency.
 
County Executive Neuhaus and Orange County's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staff is continuing to monitor this situation and is ready to implement any procedures necessary to protect the overall safety of all County residents.
 
Further information/details:
· Due to the extremely low temperatures, the County's Code Blue is in effect. No one should be out on the streets. We are currently monitoring 80 individuals in shelters. If you are aware of someone who is without housing, or have other non-emergency questions or concerns, please call 311. A list of warming centers available throughout the County is available on the Orange County Government website.
 
· Municipalities can "piggyback" on County contracts for emergency procurement needs.
 
· County Government Buildings will be closed to the public on Monday, January 26, 2026, including, the Orange County Government Center, County Clerk, DMV, All Courts, and the Orange County Courthouse.
 
· Most schools in Orange County have announced closings for tomorrow. If you are uncertain about the status of a particular school district, please check the school district's website and/or social media.
 
· The Emergency Operations Center has been fully activated since 7:00 a.m. Sunday, January 25, 2026, with multiple community partners on-site, including Central Hudson, Orange and Rockland, Orange County Sheriff's Office, NY State Police, and the County's Emergency Operation's Team and will continue to be fully operational until 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026, and longer if deemed necessary.
 
· While the snow currently falling is not heavy, there will be a significant volume of it, with ice and sleet a possibility. Please use caution when shoveling, doing snow removal.
 
"I want to thank County residents for staying home and off the roads, which allows the public works and first responders to do what they have to more efficiently and effectively," stated County Executive Neuhaus. "We have had a limited number of accidents thus far, which is due in large part to your cooperation. I also want to thank my emergency management team, public works personnel, and first responders who are out working to make sure our community stays safe."
 
Residents are advised to remain informed by monitoring official updates on Orange County Government's website and social media pages:
https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyGovernment and https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyEmergencyManagement and be ready to follow any safety guidance issued by local authorities. Additional information will be provided as the situation develops.
 
For more information, contact Rebecca Sheehan, Assistant to County Executive, Director of Public Information and Media Relations, at 845.907.2332 or [email protected].
 
For general media inquiries, contact Rebecca Sheehan, Assistant to the County Executive and Director of Public Information and Media Relations, at 845-291-2700 or [email protected].
 
Stay connected with County Executive Neuhaus and Orange County Government on social media:?
o    Facebook: @OrangeCountyNYGovt | @Steve.Neuhaus?
o    Instagram: @OrangeCountyNYGovt | @Steve.Neuhaus?
o    X (formerly Twitter): @OCGovNY | @SNeuhausOC?
 
Be sure to also check out the Blueprint Orange video series, a behind-the-scenes look at the projects, places, and people that make our County a great place to live. And don't miss the newest episode of NeuCast, featuring HONOR, now streaming on the Orange County Government YouTube channel and OrangeCountyGov.com.
 

State of Emergency Town Offices will Be Closing Jan 26

State of Emergency Town Offices will Be Closing Jan 26.

Winter Storm Reminders

Winter Storm Reminders

Dial-A-Ride Service Cancelled Saturday, 1/17/2026

Dial-A-Ride Services will be cancelled the remainder of today Saturday, 1/17/2026 due to the inclement weather. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you.