Government Directory

Help for Goshen seniors finding programs, benefits, and services, and a liaison to the agencies that provide them.

860-218-7216

Help with lost, found, and stray domestic pets in Goshen. For wildlife, contact the state DEEP.

Office - 860-361-6383 Cell phone - 860-248-9979

Values every property, vehicle, and business asset in Goshen for tax purposes, and administers exemptions and property tax relief.

(860) 491-2115 x230

Hears appeals from property and vehicle owners who believe their assessment is wrong. Written requests are due by February 20.

The elected board that oversees Goshen's property assessments and the annual Grand List.

Prepares Goshen's annual budget, recommends the tax rate, and oversees the town's spending and financial reporting.

Oversees Goshen's fire service, including its budget, equipment, and operations.

(860) 491-2526

Goshen's governing board. Sets town policy, approves spending, and meets in public throughout the year.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 221

Hears appeals from property owners who disagree with a decision of the Building Official.

Issues building permits and inspects new construction and alterations for code compliance.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 231

Goshen's town summer camp for kids, with registration, health forms, and the parent handbook.

860-601-6089 Cell - call or text 860-491-3367 Camp - Kobylenski Lodge860-491-2249 Office - Town Hall

Plans Goshen's response to storms, emergencies, and disasters, and coordinates recovery afterward.

(860) 491-2308

Drafting a code of ethics for Goshen's elected and appointed officials.

Police service for Goshen is provided by the Connecticut State Police. For emergencies, dial 911.

1-800-497-0403 in state only(860) 626-1820

Protects Goshen's open space and natural resources, and advises the town on conservation and land stewardship.

Works to attract, keep, and grow Goshen businesses while protecting the town's rural heritage.

Fire safety inspections and code enforcement. Burning permits are issued in person at the First Selectman's or Fiscal Office.

(860) 601-8940 (Cell Phone)

Goshen's chief elected official, running day to day town operations. The office also issues burning, event, trail, and pistol permits.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 221

Handles Goshen's payroll, accounts payable, and day to day financial recordkeeping.

Virginia Perry- (860) 491-2308 x 228 Alyssa Fabbri- (860) 491-2308 x 239

Works to preserve and promote the farms and agricultural land that shape Goshen. Established in 2011.

Volunteer fire, ambulance, and dive rescue serving Goshen since 1943. For emergencies dial 911.

860-491-2526

Books, media, programs, and services for the Goshen community.

860-491-3234

Reviews land use applications and enforces Goshen's wetlands and zoning rules. Email landuse@goshenct.gov to get in touch.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 232

Reviews construction proposed within 100 feet of Goshen's wetlands and watercourses. Meets the first Thursday of each month.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 232 or (959) 799-4661

Handles estates, wills, guardianships, and conservatorships for Goshen residents.

(860) 489-2215

Goshen's Justices of the Peace perform marriage ceremonies and administer oaths. The town may have up to 15.

Monitors and manages invasive aquatic weeds in Goshen's lakes and ponds.

The town's point of contact for land use applications and permits. Email landuse@goshenct.gov with your name, number, and details.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 232

The board that governs the Goshen Public Library, setting its policies, budget, and hours.

Reviews subdivision and land use applications and maintains Goshen's zoning regulations. Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 232

Maintains Goshen's roads, bridges, and drainage, plows and sands in winter, and repaves through the ten year road plan.

(860) 491-6029

Sets policy and direction for Goshen's recreation programs, facilities, and Camp Cochipianee.

Year round programs for kids, adults, seniors, and families: sports, fitness, trips, and town events like Fall Fest and summer concerts.

(860) 491-2249860-601-6089Camp Coch - Kobylenski Lodge 860-491-3367

Transfer station hours, what you can drop off, bulky waste, and how Goshen handles recycling.

(860) 618-5468 Recycling Coordinator USA Hauling # (860) 379-1662

Advises the town on recycling, waste reduction, and transfer station operations.

Goshen's public schools are part of Regional School District 20. Full district information is at rsd20.org.

Register to vote, check your registration, and find early voting and Election Day details for Goshen.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 236 registrar@goshenct.gov

Chooses the recipients of awards from the Shane Morehouse Kinsella Memorial Children's Fund.

Bills and collects property taxes on real estate, vehicles, and personal property, and answers questions about your tax bill.

(860) 491-3275 x226 or x235

Keeps Goshen's land records and vital records, issues licenses, and serves as the town's election officer.

(860) 491-3647

Collects and preserves Goshen's history, and answers questions about the town's past.

(860) 491-3129

Townwide notices, events, and documents that aren't tied to one department or board.

Holds and accounts for Goshen's funds, and signs off on town payments.

Cares for the trees along Goshen's public roads and greens, and rules on requests to remove them.

(860) 491-6029

Benefits, services, and news for Goshen veterans and their families.

(860)491-2308

Oversees septic and wastewater matters in Goshen and plans for the town's water pollution control.

Hears requests for variances from Goshen's zoning regulations, where following the rules creates a genuine hardship.

(860) 491-2308 ext. 232 or (959) 799-4661