Mattapoisett Census/Dog Licensing: The Town of Mattapoisett has mailed out their 2016 census forms. Please check that all your household members are listed and that their information is current and correct. Be sure to double-check your voter registration status as there will be many important elections this year. Return the census forms to the Town Clerk’s Office as soon as possible. On the back of the census is a form for dog licensing. If you enclose a payment, a current rabies certificate and a self-addressed stamped envelope, we will be glad to mail your dog license to you. Dogs must be licensed on or before March 31. If you did not receive a census form in the mail, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 508-758-4100 ext. 2.
Mattapoisett Presidential Primary Information: The Town of Mattapoisett Town Clerk’s Office would like to issue a friendly reminder to all residents regarding the upcoming Presidential Primary on March 1. The last day to register to vote or change your party affiliation is February 10. The Town Clerk’s Office will be open until 8:00 pm for voter registration on that day. The polls will be open at Old Hammondtown School, 20 Shaw Street from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm on March 1 for voters to cast their ballots. If you are going to be away on the day of the election, you may stop by and cast your ballot in person at the Town Hall during regular business hours. Please contact the Town Clerk’s Office if you have any questions at 508-758-4100 ext. 2.
Mattapoisett Tax Relief Fund Information: Enclosed with the property tax bills which were mailed out in December was an informational brochure about the Elderly and Disabled Tax Relief Fund. The fund was established under MGL Chapter 60 Section 3D in order to help elderly and disabled residents to remain in their homes. It provides financial assistance to those who qualify. Applicant’s gross income cannot exceed $20,000 if single and $40,000 if married. Your total estate excluding your domicile cannot be more than $35,000 if single and $45,000 if married. Applications are available on the Town of Mattapoisett’s website www.mattapoisett.net and at the Council on Aging which is located in Center School. On the back of the brochure, there was also a form and instructions for making a donation to this fund. Completed applications and/or donations should be mailed to the Treasurer’s Office, P.O. Box 433, Mattapoisett. Applications for help must be received by April 1 to be considered.