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Short-Term Rental Taxes

There is a lot of talk about short-term rentals stemming from a change in state law that took effect in July 2019.

Property Tax 101: The Mechanics

This video from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy highlights the mechanics of the property tax.  

DLS Unveils New Municipal Finance Learning Center

At the annual meeting of the Massachusetts Municipal Association, the Department of Revenue's Division of Local Services (DLS) unveiled a new "... Read more »

Current Updates to City Council

The Mayor is now posting all City Council Updates on the City's Blog.  Click here.

Mayor's Update September 25, 2017

MAYOR’S UDATEMayor Donna D. HoladaySeptember 25, 2017... Read more »

Mayor's Update September 11, 2017

Mayor’s UpdateSeptember 11, 2017 Intermodal/Garage Facility:...

Mayor's Update June 26, 2017

Donna D. HoladayMayors UpdateJune 26, 2017 

Mayor's Update April 24, 2017

 Intermodal Facility Garage:

Mayor's Update May 8, 2017

Mayor's UpdateMay 8, 2017Police Department: Congratulations to the Newburyport Police Department who earned its re-accreditation from the... Read more »

Mayor's Update to City Council May-8 2017

Mayors UpdateMay 8, 2017

Solar Program

Info about the solar program.

What’s Going On? – Recycling in Newburyport

Not so long ago, China was developing its recycling industry, and due to incredibly cheap labor and many other factors, sought and paid for much of... Read more »

Waste Water Treatment Facility Odor Control Update - 08/18/15

Environmental Partners and Mr.