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November 10, 2026

From the Town Clerk

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November is a wonderful time to reflect, remember and give thanks. As the holiday season approaches, Thanksgiving is a special time to gather with families and friends to reminisce about old traditions and create new memories together.

November is also a time to recognize all the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. To all veterans, thank you for your courage, dedication, and sacrifices in service to our country.

In observance of Veterans Day, Town Offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Veterans Committee will hold the Veterans Day Rolling Parade on Wednesday, November 11th. Parade participants will meet at Briarwood Plaza at 9:30 a.m. The parade rolls at 10:00AM and the ceremony will take place at Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park at 11:00AM.

Seekonk officially becomes a Purple Heart Town on November 11, 2026. The Veterans Committee invites all local Purple Heart recipients, their families, and Gold Star families to attend.

Please come out to show your support to all our veterans.

Seekonk’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting is scheduled for Saturday, December 5th from 4:00-8:00PM at Seekonk Town Hall. Please join us for a fun-filled event that includes ice skating, food trucks, activities, crafts, face painting, balloon art, hot cocoa, popcorn, cotton candy, crafters/vendors, and a very special visit from Santa (escorted by the Seekonk Fire Department).

TOWN HALL HOURS FOR THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING IS AS FOLLOWS:

Monday & Tuesday 7:30AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday 8:00AM – 12:30PM
Thursday – Closed

NOVEMBER 3, 2026 STATE ELECTION NEWS

Please note that this month’s article went to print before the election took place. Election results will be available on the Town’s website.

FALL TOWN MEETING- Monday, November 9, 2026 @ 6:00PM

The Fall Town meeting will be held on November 9, 2026 at 6:00PM in the auditorium at the Seekonk High School located at 261Arcade Avenue. Check-in begins at 5:00PM. PLEASE NOTE THE START TIME IS 6:00PM.  

The warrant is available on the town’s website (www.seekonk-ma.gov).

The Seekonk High School Key Club will be providing babysitting services for the Fall Town Meeting. Early sign up is REQUIRED to ensure proper staffing.

  • Drop-Off Begins: 5:45 PM
  • Check-In Location: Elevator Lobby (outside the library)

The deadline to sign up is Sunday, November 8th at 10:00PM. No walk-ins will be allowed. You can sign up at https://forms.gle/cpMBtwAHcFq4H3du8. 

If you have any questions, please contact Deanna Marinucci at marinuccid@seekonkschools.org

We hope to see you there!

FROM THE CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT

The Fall Storybook Trail feature is up at Gammino Pond! This season, discover a brand-new story selected by our Seekonk Public Library staff in collaboration with Conservation “Acorn Was a Little Wild.” The library will have copies available so you can enjoy the story before or after your visit!

CLASSIFICATION - PUBLIC HEARING

The Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Select Board Meeting Room at the Seekonk Town Hall, 100 Peck Street, Seekonk, MA on the issue of allocation of the percentage of the tax levy to be borne by each class or property for Fiscal Year 2027. 

BOARD OF ASSESSORS UPDATE ON PROPOSED SENIOR DISCOUNT PROGRAM

The Seekonk Board of Assessors is providing an update to senior residents regarding its ongoing efforts to develop a new senior tax discount program for the town.

At this time, a new policy has not yet been approved. The Board of Assessors goal is to present a proposal at Spring Town Meeting.

The Board members recognize the importance of this issue to our senior residents and are continuing to work closely with local and state representatives to ensure the proposal meets all applicable legal requirements and has the necessary funding in place.

The Board of Assessors will continue to keep residents informed as the process moves forward and appreciate your patience and understanding while the details are being finalized.

REMINDERS FROM THE TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE

If you have any questions concerning any of the following, please call the tax collector’s office directly at 508-336-2930.

Did you know the Registry of Motor Vehicles issues motor vehicle excise tax bills throughout the year?  The majority are issued in February and due in March (tax commitment #1-2026). If you have not received your bill by  March 1st please contact the Tax Collector’s Office at 508-336-2930.

If you no longer have the vehicle, please see the reverse side of the excise tax bill for instructions and provide the information to the Tax Assessor’s Office.

  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #7 (2025)  is with the Deputy Collector
  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #8 (2026) is with the Deputy Collector
  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #1 (2026) is with the Deputy Collector
  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #2 (2026) is with the Deputy Collector
  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #3 (2026) is with the Deputy Collector
  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #4 (2026) is with the Deputy Collector
  • Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #5 (2026) was due October 21, 2026 and is now on demand due November 12, 2026.

FY 27 Disposal Bills were mailed on September 15, 2026 and due October 15, 2026 ($333.10 per unit). Please contact the Collector’s Office for an updated balance if you have not paid your disposal bill.

Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes:

  • Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Taxes were mailed the first week of July, 2026
  • The first quarter payment was due by August 3rd and the second quarter is due November 2nd
  • Demand notices for FY26 unpaid Real Estate Taxes and Personal Property Taxes were due June 11th

Further collection letters have been mailed on any unpaid Fiscal Year 2026 Real Estate Taxes.

If you want to know how much you paid in real estate taxes last year, the information can be found on the Collector’s webpage on the Town’s website under “How Much Did I Pay in Real Estate Taxes Last Year.”

 Please note the Tax Collector’s office does not process the Water Department’s bills and cannot accept payments for the Water District. Please mail or drop off your payment to Seekonk Water District, 50 Water Lane, Seekonk, MA 02771

Thank you for taking the time to read the Town Clerk’s Office monthly update. We hope you have a wonderful month!

As always, please contact us at (508) 336-2920 or by email at townclerk@seekonk-ma.gov if you have any questions.

~Kristen and Shandra

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