Assessors
Mission Statement
The mission of the Assessing Department is to serve the public interest and help assure the financial stability of the Town of New Salem by exhibiting the highest level of competence and professionalism. To this end, the Department’s staff pledges its efforts toward the accomplishment of four critical objectives:
- Timely tax billing.
- The attainment of tax equity whereby each taxpayer pays only their fair share of the tax burden.
- The maximization of tax base growth revenue.
- The acceptance by the public of the administration of the property and excise tax systems through prompt, courteous, honest and thorough services.
What We Do
- Property Cards or Maps
- Property Valuations Questions
- Tax Abatements
- Tax Exemptions
New Salem has contracted with Regional Resource Group Inc. to provide online Assessing services. Click the Chat button below to get live assistance on:
• Motor Vehicle Abatements
• Exemptions
• General Inquiries
• Abutters Lists
Board Members
Name | Title |
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Eric Hamm | Member |
David Briand | Member |
Bill Lafley | Chair |