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1. What are the current tax rates?

The current tax rates for fiscal 2019 are as follows (per thousand):
- Town $17.75 - Fire District #1 $2.40 - Fire District #2 $2.80

2. How often are tax bills issued?

Tax bills are issued on a quarterly basis (4 times per year).

3. When are tax bills due?

Tax bills are due February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. Unless the due date falls on a weekend or holiday - then it is the next business day.

4. Whose name goes on the tax bill?

The name on the tax bill is the record owner(s) as of January 1 for the upcoming fiscal year.

If a property is sold, when will the bill reflect the new ownership? As stated above the bills are shown with the record owner as of January 1. Therefore, any transfer between January 2 and December 31 will be reflected on the tax bills with a care of (c/o) until the following July 1. However, if someone contacts our office for the current ownership, the new owner information will be provided.

5. How do I change a name on my tax bill?

The only ways to change a name on a tax bill is to either record a new deed or to provide the Assessors Office with a probated will.