City & Town Newsletters

Addresses matters of interest to local officials. Published by the Division of Local Services.

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Verifying Monthly Local Aid Distributions

This article reviews resources available for cities and towns to view their state aid distributions to reconcile payments and assessments.

Welcome New Assessors: Why Your Role Matters to Massachusetts Municipalities

This article is part of the 2026 New Officials edition of City & Town. In it, the Bureau of Local Assessment provides helpful guidance and resources to new municipal assessors.

Where to Turn for Motor Vehicle Excise Resources

Resource for municipal officials relating to Motor Vehicle Excises.

Why Understanding New Growth is Important to your Community's Fiscal Health

This article provides helpful guidance for local officials seeking to understand the role "new growth" plays in a community's broader fiscal landscape.