Working for the 32nd Middlesex District

Home Rule Easement to Municipal Gas & Light in Wakefield

H.3995, An Act permitting the town of Wakefield to convey an easement to the Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department, would grant an easement to Wakefield Light and Gas (WMGLD) for the creation of an energy park. The energy park will be interconnected to WMGLD’s electric system and two new schools pending construction. The site will serve as a backup power source for the two schools and will enable Wakefield High School to serve as an emergency shelter

Home Rule Senior Citizen Property Tax Eligibility in Melrose

H.3767, An Act authorizing the city of Melrose to regulate certain property tax exemption eligibility requirements for the elderly, empowers more Melrose seniors to age in the community and homes they love. Melrose seniors, 60 and up, can defer property taxes, water and sewer fees, and trash fees with a modest interest rate until the property is sold or the owners pass away. This was signed by the Governor on January 5, 2023.

Home Rule Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Wakefield

H. 3807 An Act Authorizing the Town of Wakefield to Establish a Means Tested Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption, creates a trial property tax exemption in Wakefield for Senior citizens, for up to 11% of circuit breaker income. This bill was signed by the Governor on June 29, 2023.