City & Town Newsletters

This article discusses encumbrances in municipal finance, explaining their role in ensuring contractual obligations are met within operating appropriations. It also clarifies the differences between encumbrances and special purpose appropriations, highlighting the importance of proper documentation and consistent practices in managing funds for periodic charges like utility bills.

This FAQ addresses frequently asked questions concerning the authority of municipal boards and officials to set fees and charges for permits, licenses, or certificates they issue and any services they provide and, if those fees and charges are currently established by state statute, to set them above the statutory level.

This FAQ addresses frequently asked questions concerning the filling of vacancies for board of assessors, treasurers and accountants.

This Ask DLS features frequently asked questions concerning Forest Management Plans.

Answers frequently asked questions related to payments (gifts) from private parties to a municipality.

This FAQ addresses frequently asked questions concerning "An Act Honoring, Empowering and Recognizing Our Servicemembers and Veterans" (HERO Act), Chapter 178 of the Acts of 2024.

Answers frequently asked questions related to intermunicipal agreements.

Answers frequently asked questions related to linkage fees.

Answers frequently asked questions related to the role of the tax collector and local tax collections.

This FAQ addresses frequently asked questions concerning veterans and military personnel and the motor vehicle excise exemption.