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Who controls what a town may do with roads and the impact it may have on property owners?
The towns have complete control over their own roads. They each have their own highway supervisor and a town board that makes all the decisions.
Can you help me find the tax rates for Ontario County (for all cities, towns and villages)?
The tax rates for County, Town, Village, Schools, and Special Districts are on our web-site. Go to the Real Property Tax home page and then, "Tax Rates". They are listed by town.
Do you happen to know if the department of labor has a website of all the jobs available in Ontario County?
The NYS Department of Labor's web site is "http://www.labor.state.ny.us". The Geneva office number for the County's Department of Labor office is (315) 789-1771. However, you can not access job leads for civil service positions within Ontario County there. For possible government jobs, including towns and schools in the County and upcoming Civil Service exams in Ontario County, go to http://www.co.ontario.ny.us/humanresources. If you are an employer or job seeker looking for assistance, you may also visit the Ontario County Workforce Development Home Page at http://www.co.ontario.ny.us/workforce.
I need a copy of my marrriage certificate with an official seal for passport renewal purposes, From whom might I obtain one?
You need to contact the current clerk in the municipality where you were married. We do have some marriage certificates on file at the Records and Archives Center, however, only for the years 1908 thru 1935. For more information regarding a passport, go to the Ontario County Clerk's home page.
Does the County of Ontario require a business license for retail clothing store?
The County does not require business licenses, however, you will need to check with the local town/city zoning authorities where the business will reside regarding any required permits. In regard to any state required licenses, please call (800) 342-3464