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GENERAL INFORMATION Governance :

By charter adopted in 1992, amended in 2019; five elected Councilors and an appointed Town Manager. Budget Adoption : Referendum Voting 2 nd Tuesday in June Fiscal Year : July 1 st through June 30 th Tax Payments :

Property tax payments are due twice per fiscal year. The first half payment is due by the close of business day on October 15 th , the second half is due by the close of business day on May 15 th . Interest is imposed, for late payments, beginning the following day. Property owners should notify the Town Office of changes to your property and structures therein by April 1 st each year. Various Tax Exemptions are available to citizens. Please contact the Tax Office for further information . Vehicle Registrations : What to bring to the Town Office … Re-registration  Bring the old registration, current (unexpired) proof of insurance, and the exact current mileage of the vehicle. New Registration  Dealer Sale – Bring Bill of Sale showing sales tax was paid, blue Title Application form, window sticker, current (unexpired) proof of insurance, and exact mileage of the vehicle.  Private Sale – Bring Bill of Sale, Title (1995 and newer), Release of Lien (if applicable), current (unexpired) proof of insurance, and exact mileage of the vehicle.  Transfer of Plates – Bring all applicable documents/information above PLUS registration from old vehicle.

Permits: The Town of Mechanic Falls requires numerous permits for specific activities; please contact the office at (207) 345-2871 for more information. Not obtaining the proper permit prior to engaging in an activity is subject to fines and/or prosecution .

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