Treasurer-Collector
The Treasurer's Office is responsible for many of the town's financial functions including employee payroll, vendor bills, tax title and short and long term borrowing for debt.
The Tax Collector's Office is responsible for the printing, mailing and collecting of the Real Estate, Personal Property, Motor Vehicle Excise, Boat Excise and Water Usage Bills. Guidelines for the proper collection procedures is mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, and must be adhered to.
This office must also be prepared to supply information to taxpayers regarding bills and explain various phases of the taxation process which may be unclear to the individual.
The operation of the Town Government is a team effort and this office works in close coordination with the Assessor's and Accounting Offices.