The Tax Collector’s Office is responsible for maintaining tax records and collecting taxes as allowed by Connecticut State Statute. Taxes are based on the October 1 Grand List, certified by the Assessor’s Office, and determined by the budget and mill rate set by the Board of Finance and approved by Town Meeting or referendum.
Real Estate, Motor Vehicle & Personal Property Taxes
Over $100: Payable in two installments – July 1 and January 1.
$100 or less: Payable in one installment – July 1.
Supplemental Motor Vehicle Taxes
Cover registrations after October 1 through September 30.
Due in one installment – January 1.
Note: A 30-day grace period applies to all taxes.
Failure to receive a bill does not prevent delinquent fees.
Credit Card: 2.5% fee (minimum $2)
E-Check: $2 flat fee
Visa Debit: $3.95 flat fee
Accepted Cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express
Pay by Phone: 📞 1-833-440-3767 (fees apply)
Important: Water assessment payments cannot be paid online or with credit/debit cards.
If paying late and need a release for the DMV, you must pay by:
Cash
Money Order
Certified Bank Check
(No personal or business checks accepted.)
