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All city offices are located at: 50 Payson Avenue, Easthampton, MA 01027 unless indicated otherwise.
Administration:
- Michael A. Tautznik, Mayor
- E-Mail: miket@easthampton.org
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- Karen Cadieux, Assistant to the Mayor
- E-Mail: mayor@easthampton.org
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- Easthampton Municipal Building
- 50 Payson Avenue
- Easthampton, MA 01027
Animal Control Office:
- Robert Jackman
- E-Mail: aco@easthampton.org
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- Phone: (413) 529-1418 voice
- Office Hours: By Appointment
- For Emergencies call: (413) 527-1212
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As an Animal Control Officer, the challenges one encounters can be both exciting and sometimes frustrating. To me, the hardest part of the job is notifying the family of an injured or deceased pet. I encourage residents to use leashes and tie outs. Your full cooperation will help in reducing these sad events.
State law requires that all dogs and cats shall be vaccinated against rabies. State law also requires all dogs to be licensed each year. Licenses shall be attached to the dog's collar or suitable harness, and worn by the dog.
This also serves as a return tag if the dog does become accidentally separated from its home. To get a new license, or to renew a license, please visit the City Clerk at the Municipal Building, 50 Payson Avenue.
Aquifer Protection Committee:
The Aquifer Protection Committee works to protect the City's sole source of drinking waer through regulations, ordinances, development review, and land acquisition.
- Chester H. Seklecki, Jr.
- John Kuzeja
- Michael Czerwiec
- Darleen Bryan
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Assessors:
- Assessor:
- Mark Dimauro, Principal Assessor
- Email: mdimauro@easthampton.org
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- Robert Natario, Assistant Assessor
- Email: rnatario@easthampton.org
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- Nathaniel Cramer, Data Collector
- Email: ncramer@easthampton.org
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- Phone: (413) 529-1401 voice
- (413) 529-1433 fax
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- E-Mail: assessor@easthampton.org
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- Board of Assessors:
- Mark Dimauro, Chair
- Raymah Hutchinson
- David Zagorski
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- Services of the Assessors Office: Property Assesssment & Property Abatements
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- Online property information data base
Assessors are appointed by the Easthampton City Council. The Assessors are required by Massachusetts Law to list and value all real and personal property. The valuations are subject to ad valorem taxation on the assessment roll each year. The “ad valorem” basis for taxation means that all property should be taxed “according to value”, which is the definition of ad valorem. Assessed values in Massachusetts are based on “full and fair cash value”, or 100 percent of fair market value.
Please note that abatements can only be filed after the actual bills are mailed (late December).
Assessors are required to submit these values to the State Department of Revenue for certification every three years. In the years between certification, Assessors must also maintain the values. The Assessors review sales and the market every year and thereby reassess values each year. This is done so that the property taxpayer pays his or her fair share of the cost of local government, in proportion to the amount of money the property is worth, on a yearly basis rather than every three years.
Auditing:
- Joanne Slattery, City Auditor
- E-Mail: auditor@easthampton.org
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- Susan Piziak, Asst. City Auditor
- E-Mail: auditor2@easthampton.org
Auditor:
- Joanne Slattery, City Auditor
- E-Mail: auditor@easthampton.org
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- Phone: (413) 529-1400
Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisory Committee:
The Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisiory Committee is a regional committee with representatives from Southampton, Westfield, Holyoke and Easthampton and the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. BAPAC reviews development over the regional aquifer, recommends zoning changes, and provides public education on water supply protection.
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- Stuart B. Beckley
- Michael Czerwiec
- Chester Seklecki, Jr.
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Board of Health:
The Board of Health oversee the efforts of the Health Agent and the Public Health Nurse. The Board licenses and enforces businesses and multifamily units in accordance with the State Sanitary Code and local health regulations.
- Nancy Dirocco, Chairperson
- Leonard Heintze
- Dr. Norman Roy
Board of Public Works:
- Paul Duda, Chairman
- Lenonard LaRock
Building Inspection Services:
- Joseph Fydenkevez, Jr. Inspector of Buildings
- E-Mail: bldinsp@easthampton.org
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- Ronald Bednarz, Electrical Inspector
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- Thomas Murphy, Plumbing Inspector/Gas Inspector
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- Charles Curtin, Sealer of Weights and Measures
Phone: (413) 529-1402
- Office Hours: 6:30-8:30 PM Monday & 1-4 PM Tuesday and Thursday
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Fees are double if construction is started without a permit.
| Building Permits are necessary for: |
Fees are: |
| New single family dwellings |
35¢ per square foot |
| New multi-family dwellings |
35¢ per square foot |
| Basement - new dwelling |
10¢ per square foot |
| Garage- new dwelling |
10¢ per square foot |
| Commercial or industrial new or addition |
$7.00 per thousand, $40.00 minimum |
| Remodel or addition to existing dwelling |
$7.00 per thousand, $40.00 minimum |
| Roof - residetial |
$40.00 |
| Roof - commercial or industrial |
.02 per square foot - $100.00 minimum |
| Siding |
$40.00 |
| Replacement windows |
$5.00 each - $25.00 minimum |
| Decks |
$7.00 per thousand - $30.00 minimum |
| Fence |
$7.00 per thousand - $30.00 minimum |
| Swimming pool - above ground |
$40.00 |
| Swimming pool - in ground |
$75.00 |
| Sheds |
.10 per square foot - $25.00 minimum |
| Demolition - accessory building |
$25.00 |
| Demolition - principle building |
$50.00 |
| Stove inspection |
$25.00 |
| Reinspections |
$15.00 |
| Signs |
$25.00 |
| Certificate of Occupancy |
$40 new |
Fees are double if construction is started without a permit.
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Charity Funds Income Distribution Committee:
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- Robert G. Conner
- Alma Craig
- Barbara L. LaBombard
- Karen Cadieux
- Marie Dougherty
City Clerk:
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- Barbara L. LaBombard, City Clerk
- E-Mail: cityclerk@easthampton.org
- (413) 529-1460
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- Mary Ann Giza, Asst. City Clerk
- E-Mail: maryanng@easthampton.org
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- Services of City Clerk:
- Birth/Marriage/Death Certificates
- Burial Permits
- Business Certificates
- Dog Licenses
- Fish & Game Licenses
- Notary Public
- Passport Processing
- Tag Sales Permits
- Voter Registration
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- City Council:
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Community Preservation Committee:
Easthampton adopted the Community Preservation Act in 2001. The Act creates a 3% tax surcharge which generates revenue for projects addressing open space, affordable housing, historic preservation and recreation The Community Preservation Committee makes recommendations to the City Council on the expenditure of the funds. The Committee meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM
- Edward Sparko
- Melody Ambros
- Johnstone Campbell
- Robert Harrison
- Roma Donais
- Donald Rivest
- Edwin Quinn, Chairman
- John Sheehan
- Jason Duda
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Commission on Disability:
The Commission provides public outreach and education on disabilities, recommends changes to increase access to all in municipal, business, and public buildings and sites. The Commission generally meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6 PM.
- Raymond Redfern, Chair
- Marilyn Wintheser
- Stuart Beckley
- Kacienka Hruby
- Thomas Stevens, Vice Chair
- Cynthia Stefan
- Ronald K. Rubeck
- Raven Storm
- Karen Foster
Computers for the City:
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- Barry W. Small
- E-Mail: barrys@easthampton.org
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- (413) 529-1403
Conservation Commission:
The Conservation Commission oversees the local implementation of the state Wetlands Protection Act and Rivers Protection Act. The Commission also oversees the implementation of the City's Open Space Plan and holds several conservation areas. The Commission meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6:00 PM.
- Kelly Richey, Chair
- Melissa Coady
- Johnstone Campbell
- Peter J. Cleary
- Daniel Buttrick
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Constables:
- Gary Shepard
- Donald C. Emerson
Council on Aging:
- Thomas Brown
- Raymond Sliz
- Marie Dougherty
- Anne Theberge
- Gordon Pilgrim
- Diane Geissler
- Theodore Tylunas
- Sandra Baran
Cultural Council:
The Easthampton Cultural Council holds meetings on the third Monday of every month, at 7 pm, at the Old Town Hall, 43 Main Street, Easthampton, MA. These meetings are open to the public. The ECC is currently recruiting new members; please attend a meeting for further information. The ECC shares office space with Easthampton City Arts.
The mission of the Easthampton Cultural Council is to distribute funds made available through the Massachusetts Cultural Council. This funding supports innovative and diverse cultural programs and activities dedicated to enhancing and guaranteeing public access to the arts and humanities within the community. The goal of the ECC is to raise awareness and provide outreach regarding the grant process and to encourage individuals, groups, and organizations to apply for funding of cultural activities that benefit and enrich the citizens of Easthampton. Info on grant process.
- Email the ECC
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- Carolyn Abbe Smith
- Kristin Angel
- Stephanie Gibbs, Chairperson
- Marcia Morrison
- Jennifer Pierson
- Denise Riggs
- Julie Bartlett
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Development and Industrial Commission:
The EDIC promotes economic development and downtown improvements. Past projects have included signage, annual downtown cleanup, community wide Vision, and annual summits with business leaders. The EDIC seeks opportunities for economic growth.
- Derrick Mason
- Gail Canon
- Marilyn Cahill
- Michael Garjian
- Susan Bartone
- Brett Gurney
- Susan Pepin-Phillips
- David Boyle
- Michael Buehrle
- Stuart Beckley
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- Emily Williston Memorial Library
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- Engineering
- James A. Gracia, P.E., City Engineer
- 109 Hendrick Street
- Easthampton, MA 01027
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- (413) 529-1423
- fax: (413) 529-3431
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- jgracia@crocker.com
Fair Housing Committee:
The Fair Housing Committee responds to local complaints regarding fair housing practices and concerns with housing discrimination.
- Robert Connor
- Jackie Brousseau-Pereira
- Stuart Beckley
Fire Department: Click on link for Fire Department Section
- 32 Payson Avenue
- Easthampton, MA 01027
- Phone:
- 911-To report a fire
- (413) 527-2424 Fire & Ambulance Service
- (413) 527-4200 Fire Business Line
- (413) 529-1428 Fire Prevention
Fire Chief: Kevin Croake
E-Mail: kcroake@easthampton.org
- Services of the Fire Dept.:
- Ambulance Billing
- Burning Permits (January 15 - April 30)
- Smoke Detector Inspections
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Hampshire Local Emergency Planning Committee:
- Kevin Croake
Health Department:
- Dennis Lacourse, Health Agent
- E-Mail: health@easthampton.org
- Patricia Abbott, Public Health Nurse
- E-Mail: nurse@easthampton.org
- Mary Kersell
- E-Mail: mrc@easthampton.org
- Robert Jackman, Animal Control Officer/Inspector
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- (413) 529-1430
Historical Commission:
The Commission works to protect historic properties and districts and makes nominations to the National and State Registers of Historic Places. The Commission implements the City's Demolition Delay Ordinance on buildings over 50 years old proposed for demolition.
- Roma Donais
- Jeffrey Dahlberg
- Robert Schwobe
- Beverly Wodicka
- Michael Czerwiec, Chairman
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Housing Authority:
- Betty Burnham, Executive Director
- 112 Holyoke Street
- Easthampton, MA 01027
- (413) 527-1600
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- Nancy Flavin
- Edward Swinicki
- Jane Kovalski
- Jane Zywar
- Donald Rivest, Chairman
Housing Partnership Committee:
The Easthampton Housing Partnership devises and implements strategies for increasing and preserving affordable rental and ownership housing in the city.
- James P. Sullivan, Chairman
- Susan Bartone
- Melissa Boyle
- Jacqueline Brousseau-Pereira
- Pat Clark
- John P. Ulshoeffer
- Betty Burnham
- Amy Lavallee
- Janna Tetrault
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Industrial Development Finance Authority:
The IDFA is part of the Development and Industrial Commission. The Finance Authority has the additional ability to bond for industrial development.
- Thomas Brown, Chairman (IDFA and EDIC)
- Debra Hamel
Insurance Advisory Committee:
- Patricia Coon
- Richard Gwinner
- James Dunham
- Alexander Kwolek
- Joseph I. Pipczynski
- Mary Pepin
- David Ramsey
- Richard Lavalle
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Licensing Board:
- William Sullivan
- Stephen Ducharme
- Marlene Michonski
Local Access Board:
- 200 Park Street, White Brook Middle School
- Easthampton, MA 01027
- (413) 529 - 1425
- ecat@crocker.com
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- Glafyra Ennis-Yentsch
- Jennifer Delozier
- Shawn Sheehan
- Robert Schwobe
Main Street Cemetery Committee:
- Wayne Nelson
- Floyd Hicks, Chair
- George Kennedy
Manhan Rail Trail Committee:
The Manhan Rail Trail Committee supports and maintains the Rail Trail in Easthampton and as part of a larger trail network in the region. The Manhan Rail Trail will ultimately connect with other trails for a system that extends from New Haven to Northampton and beyond. The Committee raises funds for maintenance and enhancement of the Trail.
- Barbara LaBombard
- John Bator
- Wendy Hammerle
- Stephen Donnelly
- William Burgart
- Bette Sanderson
- Stuart Beckley
- Elizabeth Sturgen
- Donna Bristol
- Patricia Kowal, Committee Chair
- Eleanor Kwolek
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Mayor
- Michael A. Tautznik
- E-Mail: miket@easthampton.org
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- Karen Cadieux, Assistant to the Mayor
- E-Mail: mayor@easthampton.org
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- Municipal Building
- 50 Payson Ave.
- Easthampton, MA 01027
- (413) 529-1470 voice
- (413) 529-1488 fax
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- Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4 PM
Nashawannuck Pond Steering Committee:
The Pond Committee raises funds and provides public education about the environmental well-being and community benefits of Nashawannuck Pond. The Committee has overseen numerous improvements to the Pond and shoreline and is now working on dredging the Pond to decrease sediment and nutrients.
- Karen Fisher
- Donna Nelson
- Gary Golas
- Susan Leber
- Paul Nowak, Chairman
- Richard Lavalle
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Parks & Recreation Commission:
- Edward M. Piziak, Jr., Director
- George Melega, Foreman/Tree Warden
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- Daley Field Road, Nonotuck Park
- Easthampton, MA 01027
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- (413) 529-1440
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- John Sheehan
- Robert W. Biardi
- Andrew Hunter
- James P. Ramsey
- Ernest J. Morin
- Ronald Hiltpold
- Arthur Lussier
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Personnel Department:
- (413) 529-1466
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- Raisa M. Riggott, Personnel Director
- E-Mail: rriggott@easthampton.org
- Judy Twiss, Assistant to Personnel Director
- E-Mail: personnel@easthampton.org
Parking Clerk:
Planning Board:
The Planning Board reviews most development projects in the city including residential and commercial properties. This is done through subdivision regulation, site plan approval, and the issuance of special permits. Additionally, the Board proposes amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and is the keeper of the City's Master Plan. The Board meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 PM.
- Chester Seklecki
- Edwin Quinn
- Harry Schumann
- Jason Duda, Chairman
- Ann Parizo, Vice Chair
- Eve Eichwald, Associate Member
Planning Department:
- Stuart Beckley, City Planner
- E-Mail: stuartb@easthampton.org
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- Ellen Koteen, Grants Coordinator
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- Services of the Planning Dept.:
- Zoning
- Planning Information
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- (413) 529-1406
Police Department: (Click on link for Police Dept.)
Police Chief and Staff:
- Bruce McMahon, Chief
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- Cindy Perry, Assistant to the Chief
- 32 Payson Avenue
- Easthampton, MA 01027
Phone Numbers:
- 911-To report an emergency only
- (413) 527-6039 Police Alternate Emergency Line
- (413) 527-1212 Police Business Line
- (413) 529-1441 Police Rape Line
- (413) 529-1413 Community Police Officers
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Public Works Department:
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- Joseph I. Pipczynski, Superintendent of Public Works
- E-Mail: joepip@easthampton.org
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- Patricia W. Cotton, Office Manager
- E-Mail: dpw@easthampton.org
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- James A. Gracia, City Engineer
- E-Mail: jgracia@crocker.com
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- James E. Kicza, Jr., Highway Supervisor
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- Thomas Newton, Supervisor of Utilities
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- (413) 529-1410 Office Hours
- (413) 527-1212 Nights, Weekends & Holidays
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Questions on Water/Sewer Bills: the Public Works Office at 50 Payson Avenue, Easthampton, MA - Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM
(413) 529 - 1410
- E-Mail: dpwtom@crocker.com
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Registrar of Voters:
- Barbara Craig
- Donald Rivest
- James P. Ramsey
Retirement Board:
- James Dunham, Chair
- Richard Gwinner
- Donald Laplante
- Joanne Slattery
- Michael A. Tautznik
School Building Committee:
- Adan Burt
- Robert Harrison
- Thomas Brown
- Charles McCullagh
- David Boyle
- Charles Connor
- Barbara Coopee
- Stan Parsons
- Tammy Kuchyt
- Michael Buehrle, Chairman
- Laura Connor
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School Committee:
- Thomas Brown
- Owen T. Coughlin
- Bruce Wilby
- Joseph Raymond
- Tammy L. Kuchyt
- Donald C. Poulin
- Michael A. Tautznik
School Department
- Services of the School Dept.:
- School Enrollment Information
- Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM.
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- (413) 529-1500
School Superintendent:
- Deborah N. Carter
- E-Mail: carterd@easthampton.k12.ma.us
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Solicitor for the City:
- The Law Firm of Green, Miles, White & Fitzgibbon
Systems Administrator:
- (413) 529-1403
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- Barry W. Small, Systems Administrator
- E-Mail: barrys@easthampton.org
Trash Removal:
- Duseau Waste Industries at 129 Elm Street Hatfield, MA (413) 586 - 4101 - Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM
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- County Waste in Agawam (413) 789-1900
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- Commercial Disposal Co. Inc. at P.O. 389 West Springfield, MA (800) 427 - 1661 - Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM.
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Tax Collector:
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- Elizabeth Gendron, Tax Collector
- E-Mail: taxcollector@easthampton.org
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- Carol Veto, Assistant Tax Collector
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- (413) 529-1414
Excise Tax: the Tax Collector at 50 Payson Avenue Easthampton, MA (413) 529 - 1414 - Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM
Treasurer:
- Adrienne Booth, City Treasurer
- E-Mail: treasurers@easthampton.org
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- Steve Bechard, Asst. City Treasurer
- E-Mail: sbechard@easthampton.org
Cemetery Plot Payments: the City Treasurer at 50 Payson Avenue Easthampton, MA (413) 529 - 1416 - Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM.
Parking Tickets: the City Treasurer at 50 Payson Avenue Easthampton, MA - Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM.
(413) 529-1416
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Veterans Services Department:
- (413) 529-1415
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- John O'Connor, Director
- E-Mail: veterans@easthampton.org
Veterans Council:
- James Finn
- Francis Perrier
- Ted Pawlikowski
- Elias Barayon
- James Zedonis
- James J. McMahon
- Mark Subocz
- Samuel Cernak
- Natalie "Nan" Jones
- Alan Sturges
- Richard Boulanger
Waste Oil Collection:
the Highway Garage at 29R Northampton Street Easthampton, MA
Zoning Board of Appeals:
The ZBA hears appeals of decisions by the Building Inspector decisions as well as holds public hearings on certain development special permits and alterations to non-conforming properties. Meetings are typically the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
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- Christine Haigney
- Mark Renaud, Chairman
- Christine Clark
- David Gardner
- Nicole LaChapelle
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