Town Clerk/Tax Collector:
Elisabeth Joy
Monday - Thursday 9am-4:00pm
(315) 593-2333 ext 227
email: [email protected]

Deputy Clerk:
Jean Hart

Marriage Licenses

• Both parties are required to apply together, have a driver's ID and Birth Certificates.
• If either person has been married before, then a dissolution of marriage, or a death certificate, are also required. The fee is $40.00.
• There is a 24 hour waiting period.The license is good for 60 days
• Marriage License FAQ

Dog Licenses

• All Dogs in NYS must be licensed by age 4 months and older.If you harbor a dog more then 30 days then you are considered the owner of that dog.
• Dogs must have a current rabies certificate in order to obtain a dog license. Town of Palermo does have a "leash law" which means dogs need to be under the control of the owner/responsible person at all times.

Hunting and Fishing

• NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation
• When you purchase a fishing or hunting license from your Town Clerk, a portion of the fees remain as revenue for your town.

Other Information

• Handicap Parking Permit
• Application to Access Public Records (FOIL)
• Frequently Asked Questions on FOIL
• Junk Yard License Application
• Application for Board of Appeals Hearing
• 3rd Party Notification of Tax Bills

Environmental Conservation Officers for Oswego County        

Matthew Dorrett - 315-625-4129        

Shawn Dussault - 315-963-1008          

George Lapoint - 315-349-9068          

Anthony Panipinto - 315-623-7657      

James Reitmeier - 315-963-0965