Tax Work-Off Programs

Veteran Tax Work-Off Program

The Veteran program is open to 10 participants. Volunteers must complete 67 hours of service to the Town to get the full credit of $1,000 per year or a $500 reduction in exchange for 33.5 hours.

Requirements:

• Must be a veteran (must have a DD-214 Form)
• Must live in Brewster, reside at the property where the tax relief is sought, and be the homeowner or trustee or spouse of the owner.
• There is no income or age limit to the Veteran Program.
• If the Veteran is unable to serve, they may designate a person (spouse or friend) to complete the volunteer hours in the Veteran's stead.

The program starts February 1st and ends September 31. The tax credit would appear on the following Spring Real Estate tax bill. Applications are available at the Brewster Senior Center starting November 1st of each year and are due by December12th.
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Applications for both programs are available at the Brewster Senior Center, Town Hall, or by clicking the the appropriate link below. Volunteer hours can be performed at the Senior Center, Library, Police Department, or other Town departments. You will be matched based on your interest and job availability.
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Please call 508-896-2737 and ask for Elton Cutler, Director with any questions about the Tax Work-Off Programs.


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