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Posted on: March 31, 2023

City of Taunton Spring Construction Season Set to Kick-off Monday, April 3, 2023

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Weather permitting, starting Monday, April 3, 2023, spring road work and utility construction will begin in Taunton.  Scheduled work will be posted on the Road Construction & Utility Work page and the Department of Public Work&ap...

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Taunton Seniors Receiving MA LIHEAP Benefits May Qualify for Senior Curbside Trash Bag Program

Senior Trash Bag

Starting April 1, 2023 Taunton residents age 65 or older living in a single-family through four-family unit residence that participate in the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) ...

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Department of Public Works
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Spring Hydrant Flushing Season Scheduled to Begin Monday, April 3, 2023

Hydrant Flush

The Department of Public Works Water Division will begin the spring hydrant flushing season, Monday, April 3, 2023.  Workers will be out servicing hydrants Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:30P 6:30P for the next 6-8 weeks.

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Department of Public Works
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Meter Replacement Program Roll Out Starting Tuesday, March 14, 2023

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The Taunton Water Division has contracted with Baystate Winsupply to roll out a meter replacement program.  Taunton customers slated for replacement should receive letters from Baystate Winsupply in the mail with contact and scheduling informatio...

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Applicable residents contact Baystate Winsupply Department of Public Works
Posted on: March 20, 2023

City of Taunton Water and Sewer Enterprise Rates Increased January 1, 2023

Rate Increase

On September 13, 2022 the DPW presented a water and sewer enterprise rate increase that was approved by City Council.  Water enterprise rates increased 2% effective January 1, 2023 in accordance with the following rate table:

Sewer enterprise rate...

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Department of Public Works
Posted on: October 24, 2022

Textile Recycling State-Mandated Changes

Bay State Textile TPS

In addition to the Commonwealth's waste ban changes regarding mattresses and box springs, starting November 1, 2022 textiles will also be required to be recycled and kept out of the refuse stream.  Taunton Public Schools has been partnering with ...

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Department of Public Works
Posted on: October 14, 2022

DPW Announces Mattress Recycling State-Mandated Changes

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For Immediate Release: 10/14/2022                                    &n...

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Posted on: April 1, 2023

Enjoy the Arts in April

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Join your fellow City residents in enjoying the arts this month. Lots of fun events happening in Taunton in April! 

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

O'Connell Announces ARPA Grant Assistance Available to Local Nonprofits

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For Immediate Release: 03/31/2023
Contact: Ligia Madeira, 508-821-1000

O’CONNELL ANNOUNCES ARPA GRANT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE TO LOCAL NONPROFITS   
Taunton, MA… Today Mayor Shaunna O’Connell announced the City of Taunton’s a...
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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Easter Egg Drop Postponed to Sunday April 2nd

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Due to the current weather forecast, the Easter Egg Drop will be postponed to SUNDAY, APRIL 2, 2023 2pm-5pm at Hopewell Park in Taunton.Bring the whole family to the Easter Egg Drop!It is a FREE event with an egg hunt and family activities for kids up to ...

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Posted on: March 26, 2023

Proposed New Public Safety Facility

April Events

Our City hasn't built a police station since 1909 and four out of five of our fire stations are over 100 years old. 

Come learn about the proposed new public safety facility! Lots of opportunities to learn more throughout the month of Apr...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

City Offices Closed in Observance of Good Friday

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Please be advised City Offices will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023 in observance of Good Friday.
Please plan accordingly!
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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Spring Hydrant Flushing

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The Department of Public Works Water Division will begin spring hydrant flushing on Monday, April 3, 2023. 
Workers will service hydrants primarily on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30PM - 6:30PM for 6-8 weeks.
Residents may exp...
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Posted on: March 23, 2023

Touch A Truck

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Please join Bristol-Plymouth DECA for their Touch A Truck fundraiser on April 8, 2023 from 12-4pm at Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical High School.
$5 donation per person
Raffles and food for purchase from Silver Platter
Entrance will be on Rt. 140 County ...
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Posted on: March 15, 2023

Special Election

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
The City of Taunton is conducting a referendum relative to the proposal of the new Public Safety Facility project.
Date: Saturday, April 29, 2023
Polls Open: 8:00 am- 2:00 pm
For details and information about the project, please vis...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023

City of Taunton 2023 Rabies Clinic

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The City will be hosting a Rabies Clinic Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM at the DPW Building, 90 Ingell Street.

Vaccine cost $15 (cash only). Please bring past rabies certificate.

The City Clerk's Office will be on site to license do...

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Posted on: January 30, 2023

Form 1095-C Mailed to Employees

FORM 1095-C FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Did you receive a Form 1095-C from your employer and you're not sure what to do next? No problem, we have you covered with answers to the most frequently asked questions about the new tax form.

What is a Form 1095-C? &...

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Posted on: January 26, 2023

CITY OF TAUNTON W-2's DISTRIBUTED AND ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON EMPLOYEEFORWARD.COM

W-2's Distributed 01/25/2023

W-2's were available to each department starting 01/25/2023. For any former employees, these W-2's were mailed to the address on file.

They are also available to current employees on www.employeeforwar...

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Treasurer Collector News
Posted on: January 1, 2023

Real Estate / Personal Property Tax Due Dates: 3rd QTR 2/1/2023 & 4th QTR 5/1/2023

Real Estate / Personal Property Tax Due Dates: 3rd QTR 2/1/2023 & 4th QTR 5/1/2023

The 3rd & 4th quarter FY23 Real Estate Tax and Personal Property bills were mailed December 30, 2022.

If you do not receive your bill, please contact the office and a...

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