Free meeting summary
Dighton Board of Assessors Decides to Abate Uncollectible Boat Taxes
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent meeting, the Dighton Board of Assessors resolved to abate uncollectible boat taxes from previous years. The decision came after discussions revealed complications in record-keeping and ownership clarity, making it nearly impossible to collect these taxes. The board agreed with a state recommendation to start with a clean slate.
During the meeting, there was also a discussion regarding discrepancies in the years listed on legal documents related to the pilot program records managed by the clerk’s office. The issue involved the years being off, with the records indicating an 18-year span instead of the expected 20-year period. While not an assessment problem, this inconsistency was noted for future correction.
Additionally, the board approved several motor vehicle abatements for 2025 and 2024, amounting to $2,481 and $1,148.27, respectively. These approvals were made with minimal discussion, and all motions were passed unanimously.
Michael P. Mullen, Jr.
Property Assessment Board Officials:
Eric Easterday, Nancy Goulart, William Moore, Nicole Mello (Acting Chair), Michael Mullen (Town Administrator), Shara Costa (town Clerk)
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Meeting Type:
Property Assessment Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
09/17/2025
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Recording Published:
09/30/2025
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Duration:
11 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Bristol County
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Towns:
Dighton
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