From the Seekonk Town Clerk

Happy Independence Day! We want to wish everyone a happy, fun, and safe Fourth of July weekend.

We would like to congratulate the Seekonk High School Baseball team, Coach DeMelo, and his coaching staff for their third MIAA Division 4 State Championship. Congratulations on another outstanding achievement!

UPCOMING EVENTS
National Night Out - Please join the Seekonk Police Department for their annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4^th from 4:00 PM–8:00 PM at the Seekonk Public Safety Complex, 500 Taunton Ave, Seekonk, MA.

State Primary Election– September 1, 2026

• Last day to register to vote: August 22, 2026 at 5:00PM
• Early voting begins: August 22^nd

State Election - November 3, 2026

• Last day to register to vote: October 24, 2026 at 5:00PM
• Early voting begins: October 17, 2026

You can register to vote or update your voter registration online by visiting the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Online Voter Registration system at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/.

Their online registration system allows you to:  

• Register to vote
• Update your address and/or party affiliation. It is your responsibility to notify us (in writing) if you change your address.
• Update your name
• Check your registration information - Knowing your precinct and voting status ahead of time will save you time on election day.

Be sure to check the August edition of the Seekonk Reporter for additional election information.

Voting by Mail or Absentee Ballot
If you plan to vote by absentee or mail-in ballot, you are required to submit a new mail-in ballot application or absentee ballot application request every calendar year. If you have not submitted your application for 2026, please complete the appropriate form and return it into the Town Clerk’s Office. Both applications are available on the Town Clerk’s webpage under “Helpful Documents.” If you would like us to mail or email you an application, please contact our office.

TOWN CLERK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
Shandra and I attended the Massachusetts Town Clerk’s Association (MTCA) Summer Conference in Plymouth from June 3-5, 2026. The conference focused on the latest election information, election law updates, and election security. The knowledge and training we received will help us better prepare for the upcoming elections and continue providing the highest level of service to our residents.

Dog Licenses and Town Census
Dog licenses expired March 31^st. Effective June 1, a $25 late fee has been added to all license renewals.

In accordance with Massachusetts Laws, Chapter 140 Section 137, all dogs 6 months or older must be licensed annually and owners must provide proof of a current rabies vaccination. Failure to comply may result in a by-law citation fee.

All dog license applications and renewals require online registration. Payments can be made in-person or by mail, but the registration process must be completed online.

If you have difficulty completing your online registration, please call our office and we are happy to walk you through the process over the phone OR you can stop by our office with your valid rabies certificate and valid email address, and we will assist you at our kiosk station.

Town Census
Thank you for all those who have returned their 2026 Town Census/Street Listing Form.

Pursuant to Massachusetts General Law, any registered voter who has not responded to the Annual Town Census/Street List by the first Monday in June will have their voter status changed to inactive. We encourage you to check your voter status through the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Online Voter Registration System at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/.

Residents who have not returned their Annual Town Census are required to receive a confirmation postcard. If you receive a postcard, please complete, sign, and return it to us as soon as possible so we can update your census information. Postage is prepaid.

If you receive a confirmation postcard in error, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office by phone or email at townclerk@seekonk-ma.gov. Your original census form and our confirmation notice may have crossed in the mail.

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 1^st 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) was issued June 2^nd and due July 2^nd

FY 26 Disposal Bills were mailed on September 18, 2025 and were due October 21, 2025 ($315.00 per unit). Demand notices were mailed November 18^th and were due December 2^nd. For your updated balance, please contact the collector’s office. 

Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes:

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

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 July! 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