East Fishkill Community Character Preservation Ballot Measure

What You Need to Know

What's on the Ballot?

On November 3, 2026, East Fishkill voters will consider a proposal concerning the preservation of open space and land.

A yes vote would permit the Town of East Fishkill to borrow to buy land, or rights and interests in land to keep them permanently open and green.

It comes directly from the Town's 2025 Comprehensive Plan, Cultivating Balance, and from resident feedback gathered during that planning process.

Ballot Language

"Shall the Town of East Fishkill be authorized to borrow up to $20,000,000, for a period not to exceed 30 years, to acquire parcels of land, or rights or interests in such land, for passive park purposes and open space preservation?"

FAQ's

Why Are We Doing This?

You asked for it!

As part of a comprehensive plan, the town conducted an extensive community-engagement process that included more than 2,200 survey responses, public workshops and community meetings.

85% of respondents said the Town should see more protected open space.

East Fishkill currently has approximately 2,000 acres of developable farmland and open green space. This ballot measure gives residents the choice to protect some of this land.

Voting Information

Election Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Polls
6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Early Voting
October 24 through November 1

Find your polling place, early-voting location and official election information:
Dutchess County Board of Elections

Contact Us

The Town will be hosting an information session in the coming weeks.

Tentatively scheduled for:

Tuesday, September 29th

6:30pm

East Fishkill Town Hall

Please stay tuned for details!

If you have any questions in the meantime, please submit them here and someone from the Town will be in touch!

845-221-9191

330 Route 376

Hopewell Junction, NY 12533

Comprehensive Plan Details