Easthampton property tax credit work-off program for seniors

WWLP: Seniors are eligible for a $1,500 credit on their property taxes who apply for the work-off pilot program.

The program is available for Easthampton homeowners that are 60 years of age or older who meet the eligibility requirements and volunteer work for 111 hours. The City of Easthampton is accepting nine qualified applicants who are expected to work hours between July 1, 2021, and April 30, 2022, for a reduction in their FY22 real estate property tax bill.

Mayor LaChapelle said, “My thanks to the Senior Tax Work-Off Program workgroup, led by City Council President Peg Conniff and City Councilor JP Kwiencski, for their research and resulting structure to give some relief to our senior and assistance to our city departments.”