Mayor’s Office Seeks Volunteers to Serve on Melrose Tax Relief Committee

Mayor Paul Brodeur is seeking three volunteers to serve on the Melrose Tax Relief Committee, a new committee established to help implement the City’s Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund Program in alignment with MA General Laws Chapter 60, Section 3D.

The City’s Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund Program, which was established by the City of Melrose in 2018, enables taxpayers to voluntarily donate money for the purpose of defraying the real estate taxes of elderly and disabled residents of low income.

“Once this committee is formed, this program will provide targeted relief for our older adults and residents with disabilities who are struggling to pay their property taxes,” said Mayor Brodeur. “Our residents, who are always generous when it comes to supporting neighbors in need, have already begun contributing to this fund, raising nearly $3,000.”

The Tax Relief Committee will be responsible for adopting rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this program and will identify the recipients of the aid provided by taxpayers. The committee will consist of the Chair of the Board of Assessors, the City Treasurer and Collector, and three Melrose residents appointed by Mayor Paul Brodeur.

To apply, please email a letter of interest and resume to volunteer@cityofmelrose.org. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis through Summer 2023 or until filled. Once filled, the Tax Relief Committee will be incorporated into Melrose City Charter.

For more information, please contact the Mayor’s Office at mayorsoffice@cityofmelrose.org or (781) 979-4440.