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Town Of Simsbury

933 Hopmeadow Street
860-658-3200

Simsbury is one of Connecticut's oldest communities. The town was incorporated as Connecticut's twenty-first town in May 1670. The population in Simsbury has grown from 5,000 in 1950 to today's population of over 23,000. The town covers an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. While Simsbury has experienced development in the past few decades, the Town government has been sensitive to maintaining the rural environment and historic charm that makes Simsbury the quintessential New England Community.

Recent News

Town Of Simsbury: Town Manager Maria Capriola To Resign From Service

Town Manager Maria Capriola is resigning from service, tentatively on May 1st. Ms. Capriola began serving as the Town’s first Town Manager in January, 2018. She has served the community for five years. Ms. Capriola is appointed by the…

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Town Of Simsbury News - 2023 Neighborhood Assistance Act Program Applications Available

2023 Neighborhood Assistance Act Program Applications Available Applications Available to Tax Exempt Organizations – Provides Tax Credits to Investors The State of Connecticut’s Department of Revenue Services has notified…

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Town Of Simsbury : Health District Releases Community Health Assessment Findings

The Farmington Valley Health District has completed their Community Health Assessment for the valley. If you'd like to see a general overview of their major findings, visit their Community Health Assessment page at…

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Town Of Simsbury Senior Center Communicator Newsletter - March And April 2023

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Town Of Simsbury - The schedule for collection of Household Hazardous Waste has beenset.

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Town Of Simsbury - Residential Real Estate Assessment Notices

The State of Connecticut mandates that every municipality perform a town wide revaluation every five years. The previous revaluation was completed as of October 1, 2017 and the Town of Simsbury is now completing the revaluation of all real estate…

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Town Of Simsbury : Holiday Tree Collection

n Simsbury, your contracted trash hauler picks up residential live Holiday trees curbside. Paine’s will pick up trees on your trash collection day during the week of January 16–20, 2023. All Waste will pick up trees on your trash…

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Town Of Simsbury : Commercial And Residential Real Estate Assessment Notices

The Town of Simsbury is completing the revaluation of all real estate as of October 1, 2022. By law, this is required every five years. The purpose of the revaluation is to bring the assessments more in line with the current market. Assessments…

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Motor Vehicle Supplemental Tax Bill Notice

This is a reminder regarding taxes due. Motor Vehicle Supplemental Tax bills were mailed out today December 21, 2022 and are due January 1, 2023.The last day to pay without penalty is February 1, 2023. These bills cover the assessments of a…

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Senior Center Communicator Newsletter - January and February 2023

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Winter 2023 - Residents Urged to Prepare in Advance

With the 2023 winter season upon us, the Town of Simsbury’s emergency management team strongly encourages residents to prepare for cold weather, winter storms, and power outages. STORM PREPARATION: Prepare your home to keep out the cold…

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DEI Council Calendar 2023

Simsbury Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Council 2023 Meeting Schedule January 9, 2023 February 6, 2023 March 6, 2023 April 3, 2023 May 1, 2023 June 5, 2023 August 7, 2023 September 11, 2023 October 2, 2023 November 6, 2023 December 4,…

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Town Of Simsbury: Volunteers Wanted – Board Of Assessment Appeals

The Town of Simsbury is seeking volunteers to serve as an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals. The Board serves as an appeal body for taxpayers who believe that the town assessor erred in the valuation of their property or…

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Town Of Simsbury Celebrates – November 26, 2022

The Simsbury Celebrates Planning Committee and the Simsbury Culture, Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting Simsbury Celebrates! Presented by UCONN Health, a community holiday celebration on Saturday, November 26, 2022. The event begins…

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Town Of Simsbury : Holiday Program Seeking Donors And Families

Are you able to help a struggling family this holiday season? Would you like to help us make a child’s holiday season memorable? Or are you struggling yourself just to pay for the basics, and don't know how you'll afford gifts for your…

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Town Of Simsbury : FY 2023/2024 Outside Agency Grant Requests

The Town of Simsbury is now accepting grant applications from outside agencies for funding requests for July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. In order to be considered for contributory grant funding, your agency must be a governmental entity, non-profit human…

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November 9 Housing Panel : 'Pathways To Affordable And Inclusive Housing In Simsbury'

The Simsbury DEI Council will host a panel discussion on Simsbury housing data, pathways and obstacles to developing more affordable and inclusive housing. The panel will be moderated by George McGregor, Simsbury Planning & Community Development…

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Senior Center Communicator Newsletter - November And December 2022

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Town Of Simsbury News - Annual Personal Property Declarations Notice

Notice to File Annual Personal Property Declarations Posted October 12, 2022 2022 Personal Property Assessments All persons who, as of October 1, 2022, are conducting any type of business, including home-based businesses and remote employees,…

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Town Of Simsbury: Tax Credits Available For Businesses That Invest In Simsbury Community Programs

The Town of Simsbury has received approval for three community programs through the Neighborhood Assistance Act Program, which allows businesses to receive a tax credit for cash investments in qualifying programs conducted by tax-exempt or municipal…

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Town Of Simsbury: Aquarion Water Company Seeks Rate Increase

Aquarion Water Company has filed an application with the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) for new water rates that are expected to become effective in March 2023. The average impact to customers in our region would be a…

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Town Of Simsbury Reminder: COVID-19 Relief Program Application Open for Eligible Non-Profit Organizations

Reminder: COVID-19 Relief Program Application Open for Eligible Non-Profit Organizations At their meeting on August 8, 2022, the Simsbury Board of Selectmen announced the approval of the COVID-19 Relief 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Program. The…

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Simsbury Culture, Parks And Recreation Opens New Playground At West Mountain Park

Last month, the Simsbury Culture, Parks & Recreation Department installed a new playground at West Mountain Park in West Simsbury. Town staff, Board of Selectmen members, members of the Culture, Parks and Recreation Commission, and local…

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Town Of Simsbury Senior Center Communicator Newsletter - September and October 2022

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Town Of Simsbury : Farms 50th Anniversary Block Party - August 27, 2022

The Simsbury Culture, Parks and Recreation Department will be concluding the summer events related to the Simsbury Farms 50th Anniversary Celebration with a Block Party at Simsbury Farms on Saturday, August 27, 2022. The event begins at 4:30pm and…

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Town Of Simsbury Volunteers Wanted – Community For Care Committee

The Simsbury Community for Care Committee is seeking volunteers to fill two vacancies. Per Town Charter, because one of the vacancies was created by the resignation of a registered Republican, that slot must be filled by an individual registered…

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Town of Simsbury : Announces COVID-19 Relief Program for EligibleNon-Profit Organizations

At their meeting on August 8, 2022, the Simsbury Board of Selectmen announced the approval of the COVID-19 Relief 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Program. The application is officially open as of Tuesday, August 9, 2022. This program will provide up to…

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Town Of Simsbury : Democratic And Republican Primary - August 9, 2022

Voting for tomorrow's Primary is open to all registered Democrats and Republicans only. All four polling locations are open from 6:00 am through 8:00 pm. Polling locations are: -Henry James Memorial School, 155 Firetown Rd -Latimer Lane School,…

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Town Of Simsbury : Tax Bill Reminder - August 1, 2022

This is a reminder that tax bills are due by Monday August 1, 2022. (Postmarks of August 1, 2022 will be accepted.) Please Note: If you already paid your tax bill please disregard this message. If you would like to look up or pay your taxes…

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Town Of Simsbury : Voluntary Water Conservation

Due to below average precipitation and high temperatures, Simsbury residents are reminded to be mindful of their water consumption and take steps to reduce water usage. As a reminder, Aquarion’s twice-weekly irrigation schedule applies to…

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Town Of Simsbury - Update: At-Home COVID-19 Tests For People Who Are Blind Or Have Low Vision

Last month, the Biden-Harris Administration launched an initiative to expand the availability of at-home testing options that are more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Due to very limited supplies when the program began,…

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Town Of Simsbury - Reminder: Tax Bills And Sewer Use Bills

This is a reminder that tax bills & sewer use bills will be mailed out Wednesday June 29, 2022 All bills will be online to view or pay Friday July 1, 2022 at www.simsbury-ct.gov/tax Taxes are due July 1, 2022 with the last day to pay as…

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Town Of Simsbury - Reminder: June is Dog Licensing Month

Dogs six months or older must be licensed before July 1st each year. Licenses are valid from July 1st through June 30th of the following year. Renewals (not new registrations) can be done online during the month of June only - see Online License…

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2022 Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center Events – Traffic and Parking Reminders

The stage is set for another season of music, laughter, community, and fun at the Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center, which has released its calendar of events for the 2022 season. For those planning a visit to the Performing Arts Center,…

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Town Of Simsbury Police Department Receives Federal Funds for TechnologyUpgrades

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal visited the Simsbury Town Hall today to announce the awarding of $70,000 for technology improvements within the Simsbury Police Department. The federal funds were made available through the Congressionally Directed…

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Senior Center Communicator Newsletter - July And August 2022

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Town Of Simsbury Honors 2022 Hometown Heroes

On Monday, May 23, 2022, the Simsbury Board of Selectmen presented the 2022 Hometown Hero awards to four recipients for their outstanding contributions to the community: Margaret Kennedy; Marianne O’Neil; Gerard Wetjen; and Jay T. Willerup.…

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Simsbury Public Library Awarded Silver Level Bicycle Friendly Business Designation From The League Of American Bicyclists

The Simsbury Public Library has been awarded a Silver Level Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) designation from the League of American Bicyclists, which recognizes an organization’s contributions in accelerating the movement to build a Bicycle…

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Town of Simsbury Revaluation – 2022

2022 is a revaluation year for the Town of Simsbury. Connecticut General State Statute 12-62 requires the revaluation of all real estate in town every five (5) years. The last revaluation in Simsbury was for the 10/1/2017 Grand List. To assist…

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