Williamstown brief: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Williamstown explains October property tax increase as bills make up over 70 percent of town revenue

Williamstown explains October property tax increase as bills make up over 70 percent of town revenue.

Town explains October property tax increase. Williamstown released an explainer on this year's property tax increase ahead of fiscal 2027 bills arriving in early October, noting property taxes provide more than 70 percent of the town's revenue.Town of Williamstown
Town seeks new Superintendent of Public Works. Williamstown is hiring an experienced, collaborative leader to serve as the town's next Superintendent of Public Works, according to a new job posting from the town.Town of Williamstown
Williamstown named among Massachusetts' prettiest college towns. World Atlas included Williamstown among nine most beautiful Massachusetts college towns, citing Williams College landmarks such as Thompson Memorial Chapel and Hopkins Hall.World Atlas

Thu, Sep 24, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Town Clerk's Office cuts hours Thursday. The Town Clerk's Office will be open only 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 24, so the town clerk can attend a training.Town of Williamstown
Thu, Sep 24: Conservation Commission cancels Thursday meeting. Williamstown's Conservation Commission has canceled its Thursday, September 24 meeting, according to the town's online calendar.Town of Williamstown
Mon, Sep 28, 7:00 p.m.: Select Board holds hybrid meeting Monday. Williamstown's Select Board meets in a hybrid session Monday, September 28 at 31 North Street and by Zoom, streaming live on WilliNet and Spectrum Channel 1303.Town of Williamstown
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00 p.m.: Fire District panel meets Wednesday, September 30. The Williamstown Fire District's Prudential Committee holds a hybrid meeting Wednesday, September 30 at 580 Main Street and via Zoom.Town of Williamstown