Gates, New York is a dynamic town in Monroe County with an interesting past and a bright future. The town was incorporated in 1813 and was the last remnants of Northampton founded 1797 in Ontario County. Our community has been at the center of history for this area and the roots of Rochester can be directly traced to our town. Rochesterville was a village in Gates until Nathaniel T Rochester presented the application of incorporation to the Legislature which was approved 1817 and by 1822 the name was legally changed to Rochester.

     Today Gates is in located in the geographic center of Monroe County with easy access exists to expressways in all parts of town. The population has grown since our sesquicentennial from 15,133 residents to over 28,000 residents today. Gates is fortunate to have two outstanding school districts including Gates-Chili for most of the town and Spencerport in portions of western Gates. With a current mix of industrial, commercial, and residential properties Gates maintains a great balance to hold taxes stable while keeping a hometown feel.