East Longmeadow Assessor’s Meeting Focuses on Property Valuations

Overview: The East Longmeadow Board of Assessors meeting, held on May 29th, centered on the town’s financial and property assessment issues, including a motor vehicle excise commitment and updates on property valuations and assessments for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also addressed the awarding of a five-year contract for revaluation services and the submission of income and expense forms for commercial properties.

Lunenburg Board of Assessors Tackle Property Tax Deferrals and Website Launch

Overview: The Lunenburg Board of Assessors meeting addressed the complexities of property tax deferrals, the development of a new website for the department, and the formation of a neighborhood review committee.

Granby Board Grapples with Property Valuation and Inspection Schedules

Overview: The Granby Board of Assessors convened to address topics including property valuations, inspection schedules, and financial matters. Notably, the board engaged in an extended discussion about the valuation of a mobile home with an addition, examining whether the property had been properly assessed. Financial concerns were also on the agenda, with talk of a potential budget shortfall and the need for additional funding. The meeting followed with discussions on the progress of street inspections, the review and signing of motor vehicle excise tax documents, as well as administrative matters such as vacation schedules and job descriptions.

Lunenburg Board Tackles Property Assessment Errors and Website Overhaul

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lunenburg Board of Assessors focused on rectifying a significant municipal error affecting property valuations with exemptions and advancing a comprehensive overhaul of the town’s assessing website to improve public access to information. The board grappled with the discrepancy between the Vision and munis systems which led to incorrect billing for certain properties. They agreed on the urgency of sending corrected bills to those affected and expediting the resolution. Additionally, the board underscored the importance of impartially administering abatements and exemptions in compliance with state statutes. The meeting also featured elaborate discussions on the development of a neighborhood review committee, assessing calendar, criteria for deferrals and exemptions, and a potential reduction in the frequency of meetings during summer months.

East Longmeadow Board of Assessors Tackles Property and Drone Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the East Longmeadow Board of Assessors discussed several issues, including the use of drones by insurance companies to inspect roofs, the upcoming deadline for commercial and industrial property owners to submit income and expense forms, and the impending interim adjustment for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also delved into the review of statutory exemption reimbursement reports and the reassessment of local land values according to the Farmland Valuation Advisory Commission’s recommendations.