New York State adopted the Transfer on Death Deed

A Transfer on Death Deed (TOD) is a legal document that allows a property owner to designate who will inherit their real estate after they die. TODs are a cost-effective way to pass on property because they bypass probate, the process that wills go through.  NYS has introduced Section 424 of the  New York State Real Property Law.

Here are some things to know about TODs:

• How it works

  The property owner, also known as the transferor, fills out a TOD form, signs it in front of witnesses, and has a notary public acknowledge the signature. The completed deed is then recorded at the county clerk's office. 

• Who can be a beneficiary

  A beneficiary can be an individual, an organization, or a charity. If there are multiple beneficiaries, the transferor can indicate how they will take title. 

• What the owner retains

  The owner retains full control of the property while they're alive. They can sell, mortgage, or revoke the TOD deed at any time. 

• How to record the deed

  The process may vary by state, but you can generally expect to:
  • Look up the requirements for the state where the property is located 
  • Get the state-specific deed form 
  • Decide on a beneficiary 
  • Describe the property 
  • Sign the deed 
  • Record the deed at the Land Records office in the county where the property is located

• The Town of Wawayanda cannot answer any legal questions regarding the Transfer of Death Deeds, please contact your Attorney. For deed filing information, please contact the Orange County Clerks Office - Deed Recording 845-294-2690.

Aden Javelin Quarry Blasting Information 11-15-24

Aden Javelin Quarry Blasting Information 11-15-24

New Hampton Fire District Annual Election 2024

The Annual Election of the New Hampton Fire District will take place on December 10, 2024, between the hours of 6:00PM and 9:00Pm at the fire house social hall located at 5024 Route 17M, New Hampton, NY 

Orange County Mobile DMV Unit 11/19/2024

Orange County Mobile DMV Unit 

Election Day Food Drive

The Town of Wawayanda will be holding a food drive at both of our voting locations on Election Day. There will be a designated are to leave  your donations at both the Town of Wawayanda Town Hall and the Senior Center at Shannen Park. Nonperishable item that have not expired will be accepted and distributed to our local food pantry.  

2024 Early Voting Information

Early Voting and sites are open to all eligible enrolled voters throughout the County staring Saturday, October 26, 2024 

Free First Aid with CPR/AED-on 12.27.24

Please share with the teens and young adults (up through age 20) who you know and/or work with.  

Please see attached and the information below about a FREE opportunity for TEENS and YOUNG ADULTS to gain valuable skills during their school break in December! 

Thanks to a partnership with the Orange County Division of EMS Education, the Orange County Youth Bureau is co-hosting a FREE Heart saver First Aid with CPR/AED for teens/young adults, AGES 14 thru 20, who live, attend school, volunteer, and/or work in Orange County!

 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (SPACE IS LIMITED & CLASSES FILL UP FAST):

Please return completed registration and consent forms (see attached) to Linda Seppey at the Youth Bureau at [email protected] call 845-615-3620 for assistance.

You can also mail the form to:

Orange County Youth Bureau

Att: Ms. Linda Seppey

40 Matthews Street, Suite 301C

Goshen, NY 10924

New Hamtpon Fire District Notice of Budget Hearing

The New Hampton Fire District will hold a public hearing to discuss the content of its proposed budget for 2025 on October 16, 2024at 7:00 PM 

Slate Hill Fire District Budget Hearing Legal Notice

A public hearing will be held at 6:00 PM at the District Offices, 1975 Route 284, Slate Hill, NY 10973

New Hamtpon Fire District

New Hampton Fire District Notice of Special Election October 8, 2024