Departments
Assessors DepartmentThe principal function of the Assessor’s Office is to ensure a fair and equitable assessment of all properties in the Town of Gates. Property assessment is the basis for taxes levied by the Town of Gates, County of Monroe, Gates-Chili School District and the Spencerport Central School District. Also, special district charges for the Gates Fire Department and the Gates Volunteer Ambulance, among others, are based on the assessed value of each property in the town. Click here to learn more...
Building Department/Permit IssuanceThe Building Department and the Department of Public Works are listed together due to their close working relationship and the commonality of services to the community. Public Works Director Kurt Rappazzo, Building Inspector Terry Rech, and Diane Zavaglia help manage both departments. They oversee Town drainage issues, work with the Town’s contracted engineering firm, Costich Engineering, accept all Planning Board applications and serve as that board’s liaison. Click here to learn more...
Justice Court
Court is now OPEN, however dates and times may still vary due to COVID restrictions.
Please note: Letters will be mailed out letting you know when to appear. If you don’t receive any correspondence from our Court office, your Public Defender or your Attorney, please contact our Court staff at the number below during our normal hours of operation. Click here to learn more...
Code Enforcement/Dog WardenIf you would like to file a complaint please complete the online submission. Visit Section 62 of the Town Code for information on animals permitted within the town and Section 62-7 as to the number of animals permitted on premises. Click here to learn more...
The Finance Department is responsible for maintaining all accounting records for the Town of Gates. The Director of Finance, Stephanie Licciardello, is appointed directly by the Town Supervisor and is confirmed by the Gates Town Board. This department is responsible for the daily financial transactions of the town, which include: maintaining all accounting records, payment of bills, reconciliation of bank statements, and monitoring cash flow and investments. Click here to learn more...
Fire MarshalThe Fire Marshal’s Office is responsible for the general fire safety for the Town of Gates. This begins with professional plan reviews for all new commercial construction and ends with required annual fire safety inspections. Click here learn more...
Public Works/HighwayOn behalf of the Town of Gates Highway Department, I would like to welcome you to the Town, and make you aware of some of the services our department offers. Click here to learn more...
HistorianThe Town Historian is a unique position responsible for the gathering and preservation of historic town information for reference purposes and for the preservation of this information for future generations. Information pertaining to buildings, land use, commercial development, and population growth is preserved as a community resource. Click here to learn more...
LibraryThe Gates Public Library is an independent Town Library funded primarily by Town of Gates taxpayers and governed by the Gates Public Library Board of Trustees. Recognizing its role as a major informational, recreational, and educational resource in the community, the Gates Public Library continually responds to the needs of its patrons of all ages and backgrounds. Click here to learn more...
PoliceThe Gates Police Department is proud to serve our residents and businesses! Our officers come from diverse backgrounds, are very professional, and are all well-trained. Besides typical police calls, our officers also respond to vehicle lockouts, Code Enforcement issues, animal calls, and anything else our residents need assistance with. Click here to learn more...
Recreation and Park CommissionCommission members serve for a seven-year term, and are appointed by the Gates Town Board. Some of the duties of the commission include: establishing new programs, evaluating existing programs, approving departmental expenditures, and determining the long and short-term recreational needs of the community. Click here to learn more...
The Town Clerk’s office is responsible, under State Law, for maintaining the custody of all public records for the Town of Gates. These records include all legal documents, manuscripts, minutes of board meetings and other vital records. Click here to learn more...
