Frequently Asked Questions

Assessor

What is a mill rate and how is it established?

What if I believe that my assessment is incorrect?

When and where can I file for Senior Homeowner Tax Relief Benefits?

How do I obtain information on a property in Brookfield?

What is the difference between assessed value and market value?

Board of Ethics

1. Where does the authority for the Board of Ethics come from?

2. How many complaint petitions have you received?

3. Who may file a complaint petition and why would they?

4. Who is involved in a complaint petition?

5. What happens after you receive a complaint petition?

Inland-Wetlands Commission

How do I obtain a permit?

Which activities need a permit?

Why are wetlands important?

What are watercourses and wetlands?

Who regulates activities affecting wetlands and watercourses?

Land Use

19. Propane Tanks

4. Animals

2. Accessory Apartment

Senior Center

Do you serve lunch?

What do I have to do to join the Brookfield Senior Center? Is there a membership fee?

How do I find out about activities and programming at the Center?

Who do we consider to be a senior?

Do I have to be a resident of Brookfield to join?

Tax Collector

I need to register my car. What do I do?

What do I own that is subject to taxes?

May I pay my taxes with my credit card?

I received a bill but my real estate tax bill should be paid by my mortgage company. What should I do?

What is a "supplemental" motor vehicle tax bill?

Town Clerk

How do I submit a Freedom of Information request?

Who are my Legislators?

How do I obtain a copy of a marriage or death certificate?

How do I obtain a copy of my child's birth certificate?

What do I need to obtain a marriage license?

Water Pollution Control Authority

WPCA Freqently Asked Questions