Quick Guide
Dog License
- Spayed/Neutered dogs are $10.00 each. Non-spayed or non-neutered are $20.00 each. A late fee of $25 will be assessed if filed after March 31. Please click here to read more.
Marriage License
The current fee for filing the Intention of Marriage is $50.00 which includes a certified copy of the Record of Marriage. Additional certified copies of the Record of Marriage are available for $5.00 each. Please click here for more information.
- Application for marriage, birth, and death certificates
*Please visit the Town Clerk page for more information.
Transfer Station
All residents using the Transfer Station facility must have a current valid permit. Transfer Station permits expire June 30th of each year.
- $2 each (sold in quantities of 5)
- Vehicle Permit is $75 for the 1st vehicle and 2nd vehicle is free
- To buy a permit or bag tags please click here
Taxes
- Real Estate & Personal Property Taxes: The town sends bills semiannually with bills normally billed in October and April. Bills are due 30 days after mailing.
- Motor Vehicle Excise: Billed throughout the year as lists come from the Registry of Motor Vehicles.
- Water & Sewer Bills: Bills are issued semi-annually in January and July and are due 30 days from mailing.
*Please visit Treasurer/Collector page for more information.
Board of Assessors
- Please click here to view all of the forms.
Conservation
- Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
Department of Public Works
- The MassDOT Highway Division designs, constructs, maintains and operates the state’s highways, bridges and tunnels. We also assist cities and towns with their road and bridge needs to help ensure that all people can travel safely and efficiently throughout the state. Please click here for more information.
Recreational Activities
- Plunkett Reservoir | Berkshires
- Ashmere Lake: Enjoy fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking
- Old Mill Trail - Massachusetts | AllTrails
- AT - Kay Wood Shelter Side Trail Hiking Trail - Hinsdale, MA (trailforks.com)