Welcome to the City of Kingston, NY

Kingston, dating to the arrival of the Dutch in 1652, is a vibrant city with rich history and architecture, was the state's first capital, and a thriving arts community. City Hall is in the heart of the community at 420 Broadway, and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except July & August (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Come tour our historic City, with restaurants that are among the region's finest, and local shopping that promises unique finds.

Historic Churches

Kingston is home to many historic churches. The oldest church still standing is the First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Kingston which was organized in 1659. Referred to as The Old Dutch Church, it is located in Uptown Kingston. Many of the city's historic churches populate Wurts street (6 in one block) among them Hudson Valley Wedding Chapel is a recently restored church built in 1867 and now a chapel hosting weddings. Another church in the Rondout is located at 72 Spring Street. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church was founded in 1849. The original church building at the corner of Hunter Street and Ravine Street burned to the ground in the late 1850s. The current church on Spring Street was built in 1874.

Kingston, NY

Kingston became New York's first capital in 1777, and was burned by the British on October 13, 1777, after the Battles of Saratoga. In the 19th century, the city became an important transport hub after the discovery of natural cement in the region, and had both railroad and canal connections.

Kingston, NY

The town of Rondout, New York, now a part of the city of Kingston, became an important freight hub for the transportation of coal from Honesdale, Pennsylvania to New York City through the Delaware and Hudson Canal. This hub was later used to transport other goods, including bluestone. Kingston shaped and shipped most of the bluestone made to create the sidewalks of New York City.

Contact Us

City Hall Address:
420 Broadway
Kingston, New York
12401

Phone:
(845) 331-0080
Email:
[email protected]

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Agendas, Minutes, Packets, Meeting Dates & Recordings

This is the central depository of Kingston's agendas, minutes, legal notices and meeting dates from a number of boards, commissions, and committees within the city. In addition, various boards (not all) post their meeting packets. Use the drop-down menu box below to choose the group you are interested in, then make the appropriate selections to find the agenda, minutes or packet you need.

Events for 8/4/2026

Start Time	7:30 PM
End Time	10:00 PM
Title
Common Council
Location
City Hall
Extra Details
CITY OF KINGSTON COMMON COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING (HYBRID) August 4, 2026 This meeting will take place in person at City Hall. It will also livestream on the City of Kingston YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofKingston To join the meeting via zoom click the link below. A. Call to order by the President of the Common Council B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Moment of Silence D. Roll Call E. Motion to dispense with the minutes of the previous meeting and to approve same as prepared, and filed by the City Clerk F. Motion to dispense with the reading of the General Bills G. Community Award- H. Public Speaking – 30 minutes To sign up to speak via Zoom at the upcoming City of Kingston Common Council meeting by emailing [email protected] by 11 a.m. the day of the Council meeting. According to the rules of the Common Council, you must have your camera on so that the Council can see your face while you are speaking. If you do not adhere to this rule, the Council President will not allow you to address the Council. Please plan accordingly in order to have the proper technology that allows for camera access. If you have any questions, reach out to the City Clerk or the Council President. I. Claims: J. Communications: Finance/Audit Committee Communications Laws & Rules Committee Communications Community Development & Housing Committee Communications Public Safety/General Government Committee Communications L. Motion to Dispense with the second reading of the General Bills and pay same. M. Report of Committees: Legislation List Proposed Resolutions N. Closing Message from the Council President O. In Remembrance Dedications from members of the Common Council P. Adjournment Respectfully Submitted Elisa Tinti, City Clerk