Government
Ipswich sets Nov. 16 tax classification hearing
The Ipswich Select Board will hold a public hearing on the annual classification of real estate taxes on Nov. 16 at Town Hall, ahead of this year's tax bills going out.
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Government
Ipswich tax bills due Nov. 2
Ipswich's Treasurer/Collector says fiscal year 2027 second-quarter real estate and personal property tax bills are due Nov. 2, 2026, with payments due by that date, not just postmarked, to avoid interest and penalties.
Government · Select Board (Formerly Board of Selectmen)
Select Board Discusses Federal Grant for Two Firefighters
The Select Board discussed a $389,879 federal SAFER Grant to support hiring two additional firefighters, with a vote expected October 19 after the Fire Department provides cost analysis.
Government · Select Board (Formerly Board of Selectmen)
Select Board votes 4-1 to reduce winter water rates
Ipswich Select Board voted 4-1 to reduce winter water rates effective October 1, setting the residential rate at $11.69 per 100 cubic feet despite Member Linda D. Alexson's objection to the timing.
Government · Planning Board
Planning Board Appoints Two to Design Review Board
Planning Board appointed two Design Review Board members on September 24, 2026, in unanimous votes.
Government · Select Board (Formerly Board of Selectmen)
Select Board Appoints Cinq-Mars to Finance Committee
Ipswich Select Board appointed Amy Cinq-Mars to the Finance Committee, rejecting applicant Christopher Carroll. Board member Sarah Player cited Cinq-Mars's small-business background and newcomer status; Linda D. Alexson said such owners bring needed financial perspective.
Government · Finance Committee
Finance Committee approves 17 warrant articles for October vote
The Finance Committee unanimously backed 17 Special Town Meeting articles for October 20, including appropriations for school programs, water infrastructure upgrades, and conservation land protection.
Government · Select Board (Formerly Board of Selectmen)
Select Board backs 17 warrant articles, extends outdoor dining to October 18
The Select Board unanimously recommended 17 Special Town Meeting articles covering zoning amendments, water infrastructure borrowing, and changes to police hiring and alcohol licensing.
Government · Board of Health
Board grants extension for property violations at Jeffreys Neck Road
Board of Health granted cleanup extension and septic variance.
Government · Planning Board
Planning Board Orders Independent Review of Pump Station Plan
Planning Board ordered independent review of $22.2M water pump station project.
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