The Village, incorporated in 1911, is governed by the Board of Trustees. The Mayor & Trustees are elected for a two-year term. There is a two-term limit for Mayor. New York State Village Law sets forth the responsibilities, duties and powers of the Board of Trustees and other Village officials and Boards. The Village Justices are elected for a four-year term. The elected officials serve without compensation.

The Board of Trustees meet the second Monday of each month at the Village Hall.

Village Elections are held the Third Tuesday in March at the Village Hall from Noon to 9:00 p.m. To be eligible to vote in the Village election, registration is required with the Nassau County Board of Elections at least ten (10) days prior to the election.