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Posted on: June 5, 2023

City of Taunton Water and Sewer Enterprise Rates Increase July 1, 2023

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On September 13, 2022 the DPW presented a water and sewer enterprise rate increase that was approved by City Council.  Water enterprise rates will increase on July 1, 2023 in accordance with the following rate table:

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

Council on Aging September 2023 Newsletter

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Please check out our Council on Aging (COA) September Newsletter which contains lots of great information and upcoming fun events for our seniors. 
For more information about services and events, please call the COA directly at 508-821-1425.
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Posted on: September 24, 2022

911 Emergency Dispatch Communications Exploration

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911 Emergency Dispatch Services: Exploring Options for the City of Taunton

 

The City of Taunton has been discussing issues regarding 911 communications since 2015. Following some tragic circumstances in 2016, a report was compiled reveali...

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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Water Main Shutdown on Weir Street

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Please be advised there will be a water main shutdown on Weir Street on Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 9:00pm-7:00am on Friday.
Areas affected will be on Weir Street from Main Street to Hill Street. This will affect approximately 40 homes and businesses...
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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Downtown Trunk or Treat

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The City of Taunton's Park and Recreation Downtown Taunton Trunk-or-Treat will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 4pm.

Does your business or group want to participate in City of Taunton Park and Recreation Downtown Taunton Trunk-or-Treat on ...

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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Liberty & Union Festival

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Each fall we celebrate the unique role the City of Taunton played in our nation’s founding. Liberty & Union Weekend commemorates the events of October 1774, when Taunton became the first community in the American colonies to raise a flag – the “Libert...

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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Downtown Walking Trail Meetings

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The Downtown Taunton Foundation is hard at work creating a Downtown Walking Trail.
There are two Public Meetings coming up in September at the Trescott Street Gallery (8 Trescott St). These are fun and interactive meetings that you drop into to learn about...
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Posted on: September 27, 2023

O'Connell and Finance Department Introduce Contactless Payments and Digital Wallet Capabilities

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For Immediate Release: 09/27/2023                                    &n...

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests

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As of September 25, 2023, residential households in the U.S. can order one set of 4 free at-home tests from USPS.com. 
Limit of one order per residential address
One order includes #4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests
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Posted on: September 22, 2023

Vaccine Clinic

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The Taunton Health Department and Osco Pharmacy are partnering to host a vaccine clinic on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 from 2PM-5PM at 141 Oak Street, Taunton.
The following vaccines are offered:
  • Flu (high dose and regular) (Ages 3+)
  • COVID Boosters
  • RSV (Ages 65...
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Posted on: September 7, 2023

Taunton Council on Aging Temporarily moved to 141 Oak Street

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Beginning this week, Taunton Council on Aging Senior Center will be undergoing renovations, so all activities and classes are moving temporarily to 141 Oak Street.
Our wonderful partners at GATRA have put together this helpful flyer with information for an...
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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Support our Seniors Resource Fair

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Calling all Taunton Seniors!
Mayor O'Connell, Council on Aging and the City of Taunton Finance Team will be hosting a Finance Resource Fair for Seniors on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 11AM-1PM at 141 Oak Street.
Topics covered will include the Senior Tax...
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Posted on: September 1, 2023

Share Your History!

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Special exhibit throughout the month of September!
The Old Colony History Museum’s latest special exhibition, Origin Stories, shows how Taunton and surrounding towns were founded back in the 17th century. Included in the exhibit are ways for visi...
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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Mayor's Office Fall 2023 Internship

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Calling all college and high school students!

Looking for an opportunity to gain professional experience while honing your skills and learning new ones?

Have you considered applying to be a part of a unique team as an intern with the Mayor’s Offic...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

Fall Hydrant Flushing will begin on Tuesday, September 5, 2023

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The Department of Public Works Water Division will begin fall hydrant flushing on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.
Workers will service hydrants primarily on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30PM - 6:30PM for 6-8 weeks.
Residents may experience...
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Posted on: July 13, 2023

Elections Workers Needed

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Are you interested in learning more about the electoral process?

Are you interested in helping others exercise their constitutional right to vote?
Are you interested in being a part of a team that encourages voter participation?

Then we have the job for you ...

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Posted on: June 7, 2023

Water Restrictions Mandated by the State

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PLEASE NOTE WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE MANDATED BY THE STATE.Public Notice of Mandatory Non-Essential Outdoor Water Use Restriction For Residential & Commercial CustomersIn accordance with the City of Taunton’s Water Management Act permit, the City has im...

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Posted on: July 1, 2023

Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Due Dates: 1st QTR 8/1/2023 & 2nd QTR 11/1/2023

The 1st & 2nd quarter FY24 Real Estate Tax and Personal Property bills were mailed June 30, 2023

If you do not receive your bill, please contact the office at 508-821-1045 and a copy can be mailed/emailed/faxed.

Available ways to pay:

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