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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 .

Dates to Remember:

• Snowmobile & ATV registrations expire June 30 th each year. • Boat registrations, hunting & fishing licenses expire December 31 st each year. • Dog licenses are due every year by Dec. 31 st . State mandated late fee charged if not done by Jan. 31 st . • Transfer Station stickers are valid July 1 – June 30, which follows our fiscal year.

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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