COVID-19 ALERTS
PUBLIC ACCESS TO TOWN BUILDINGS
Town buildings are open to the public. Health & Safety Guidelines are implemented for everyone's safety.
In an effort to operate as a functional government, based on New York State’s executive orders, the Town of Smithtown has taken measures to ensure safety for in-person services. Arrangements have been implemented to conduct business online, as well as drop off/pick up areas and secure payment options for residents and business owners who prefer to limit physical interactions. Additionally, cleaning crews are thoroughly sanitizing town buildings and grounds on a regular basis.
ONLINE FORMS AND APPLICATIONS
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COVID-19 Town Updates
Important information regarding how to proceed if you are sick, School re-opening schedules, meeting details and information on conducting business safely is available below for your reference. The town will update the public as information changes on a regular basis.
COVID-19: Testing Information
Residents can make appointments by calling the New York State Department of Health Hotline: 1-888-364-3065
Highway Tree Pickup is Prohibited:
Cut Down Trees, or stumps are not permitted for Highway Pickup. (Tree Branches neatly bundled, no longer than 6 feet long or five feet high are accepted for pickup.) A summons for a Town Code violation can be issued for cut down trees that are left at the curb as part of any property clearing project, residential or commercial.
Town Meeting Changes/Postponements:
- Residents who cannot attend a meeting and wish to be heard on the record should email townclerk@smithtownny.gov prior to the meeting time. All written public comments will be added to the record. Residents wishing to watch Town meetings can do so via live stream by logging on to www.SmithtownNY.gov.
CALL AHEAD INSTEAD: Many services are readily available online
It is recommended that residents wishing to visit Town Hall or other official town buildings for permits, services or assistance, please call ahead or attempt to speak with department staff over the phone if possible. Many Smithtown functions can be found and completed online at www.SmithtownNY.gov as opposed to in person. For assistance with online forms, please call (631) 360-7512.
PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS:
Our parks and playgrounds are open. Please observe health and safety guidelines.
School Information:
School Districts: Calendar and web information is listed below
- Commack School District: https://www.commack.k12.ny.us/
- Hauppauge School District: https://www.hauppauge.k12.ny.us/
- Kings Park School District: https://www.kpcsd.k12.ny.us/
- Smithtown School District: http://www.smithtown.k12.ny.us/
Smithtown Historical Society Hours: Office Hours are 9AM-5PM on weekdays, however it is recommended that residents call or email first. Email info@smithtownhistorical.org Phone: 631.265.6768 Fax: 631.979.4694
Many of the local food banks, Long Island Cares and Island Harvest are out there on the front lines, ensuring no one is left hungry.
To Donate:
- Island Harvest: https://www.islandharvest.org/
- LI Cares: https://www.licares.org/
- Smithtown Food Pantry: Residents wishing to help the food pantry during the COVID-19 pandemic can mail monetary donations or gift cards to Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry: Post Office Box 1663, Smithtown, NY 11787
For up to the minute announcements on cancellations, please download the Town of Smithtown Mobile App.
If you are having a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1. If you believe you were exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19, call your doctor immediately or 1-888-364-3065 and be vigilant in limiting your exposure to others. It is vital for all residents to continue washing and sanitizing hands frequently. While we understand that residents may be temporarily inconvenienced by these changes, our top priority is ensuring that each member of this community remains safe and healthy during this time.
View Important Information from the NY State Department of Health