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Can I get fingerprinted at the Police Station

Residents of the Village of Tarrytown can be fingerprinted by the Tarrytown Police Department.  The fee is $25.00 and should be paid at Village Hall (Treasurer's or Clerk's Office).   Fingerprinting is available at the Police Department.

Arrangements may be made through the Community Service Division, call 631-1505.

Is there a snow ordinance parking restriction?

Yes. Signs are posted as designated Snow Emergency Routes throughout the Village. Snow emergencies are announced on local radio stations (WFAS, WHUD)and News Channel 12.


Are there any night time parking restrictions in the Village?

Yes, there are commercial vehicle parking restrictions and alternate-side restricted parking as posted.

What is the current speeding law?

The Village speed limit is 30mph unless otherwise posted.

Be aware of reduced speeds in a school zone.

Do I need to register my alarm? What is the penalty for a false alarm?

You must register your alarm with the Village Clerk at the time of installation or if there is a change in property ownership. There is a $100 registration fee for businesses; a $50 registration fee for residences. You must renew your alarm permit annually.  Renewals are due by January 1st of each year - Business Renewal Fee $50.00 and Residence Renewal fee:  $25.00

For alarm permit application, click here

If you have an alarm and have not registered it, please do so immediately. There is no charge for the first two (2) false alarms in a calendar year.

Third (3)  false alarms - $25.00
Fourth(4) false alarms - $75.00
Fifth  (5) false alarms - $150.00
Six (6) or more false alarms/year $250.00 per occurence
How do I get a handicapped permit?

Handicapped permits are available through the Village Clerk.

Is there a dark house watch program?

Homeowners in the Village of Tarrytown can notify the Tarrytown Police Department at 631-5544 when leaving their home vacant. Officers are notified and make periodic checks of the home until the homeowner returns.

What do I do if I get a suspicious package?

Residents and business owners are encouraged to call the Police Department (631-5544/911) immediately upon receipt of a suspicious package.

Isolate the package or mail; do not handle unnecessarily; do not bring to Police Department but call the Police at 631-5544 for appropriate response and follow through.

Who is responsible for animal control?

Animal patrol is provided by the Town of Greenburgh but dispatched by the Tarrytown Police Department.

For animal control response, call 631-5544. General questions may be directed to 682-5300.

How do I become a police officer?

The position of police officer is attained through taking and passing a written civil service examination offered every four (4) years through the Westchester County Department of Human Resources.

Call (914) 995-2000 for more information.
















 
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