069c0016-9f4b-4dab-8471-b477dba0bc73 Staffing The Town of Windsor is run by a combination of paid staff and volunteers. The following information applies to all people working for Windsor, whether paid, elected or appointed, unless otherwise noted. Board & Committee Handbook April 2024 [pdf] Employee Handbook July 2026 [pdf] (for paid staff only) Windsor Oath of Office All people working for windsor whether paid, elected or appointed must adhere to this oath of office. "I solumnly swear to faithfully and impartially discharge and perform all the duties incumbent on me in accordance with the bylaws of the Town of Windsor and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I promise to own my office, using my talents to help Windsor be the best place it can be." Open Meeting Law All people working for windsor whether paid, elected or appointed must follow Massachusetts open meeting laws. Furthermore, each person is expected to take the following training. Training [external site] - Massachusetts maintains a website that provides training about the Open Meeting Law. Conflict of Interest Law The conflict of interest law, M.G.L. Chapter 268A, seeks to prevent conflicts between private interests and public duties, foster integrity in public service, and promote the public’s trust and confidence in that service by placing restrictions on what municipal employees may do on the job, after hours, and after leaving public service. In compliance with Section 27 of the law, every state, county and municipal employee shall, within 30 days of becoming such an employee, and on an annual basis thereafter , review this summary of the COI law prepared by the State Ethics Commission and sign the acknowledgment at the end of the summary and return it to the Town Clerk . In addition, all employees must complete the e-learning course provided by the State Ethics Commission . Municipal employees are required to take the course every other year for the duration of their employment. It provides an overview of the state conflict of interest law and the various issues you might encounter as a public employee. Recognizing and properly responding to a conflict of interest is a key element to maintaining the public’s confidence in government and in the integrity of the work we do as public employees. If, after taking this course, you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the State Ethics Commission. Upon completion, you must send the provided certificate of training to the Windsor Town Clerk. Employment Opportunities If the Town of Windsor has any employment opportunities, they will be listed here along with an application [Google Drive]. Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts

fa9de823-1248-488c-8921-8c5001f59e8b Forms & Documents for Town Activities For convenience, direct links to various application forms and related documents are summarized below. But please do not fill out these forms without first visiting the associated links at the bottom of this page that explain the various requirements before submitting applications. Board of Assessors Change of address form [pdf] Board of Health Fees [pdf] Online permitting instructions [pdf] Cemetery Commission Fees Rules & Regulations [pdf] Conservation Commission Fees [pdf] Minimum submission requirements [pdf] Additional forms [Google Drive] Fire Department Brush burning permits [external site] Smoke & carbon monoxide requirements guide [external site] Inspections Permit applications [external site] Trench permit [pdf] Planning Board Form A application [pdf] Police Department Firearm permit application [external site] Motor vehicle accident form [external site] Medication collection info [pdf] Town Clerk Business certificate [pdf] Dog license form [pdf] Marriage intention form [pdf] Transfer Station Permit application [pdf] Recycling guide [pdf] Zoning Board of Appeals Variance or special permit application [pdf] Related Services Transfer Station Zoning Variance / Special Permits Related Boards & Departments Assessor Board of Health Conservation Commission Inspections Select Board

6fd3adef-e1bd-4d82-92e3-2d5e35eed02a Council on Aging Board Members Sue Jacobs (Chair) , term expires 2028 Diane Penetti , term expires 2029 Sue Riley , term expires 2027 Lynn Unwin (treasurer) , term expires 2028 Jean Wagner , term expires 2029 Alan Zawitowski , term expires 2027 Jessica Buoymaster (Senior Outreach Coordinator) 413-684-3191 (Sue Jacobs) Community Outreach Jessica Buoymaster 413-329-4364 buoymasjessica@gmail.com Meetings 2nd Monday of the month at 10am at Town Offices Monthly Coffee's are held on the second Wednesday at 10 AM from September through June at the Town Hall. Educational and special events are offered several times a year. Watch the COA insert in Windsor Now & Then as well as the Windsor Face Book page for information. Members appointed by Select Board for 3 year terms. Senior Outreach Coordinator hired by COA and Select Board. Description Mission The mission of the COA is to serve older Windsor adults, by providing opportunities and resources that advance the quality of life in a rural community. Information Council on Aging agendas Council on Aging minutes Related Services Support for Aging in Windsor

b0190197-0983-4906-b6eb-db0aa6780856 Procurement and Hiring The Town of Windsor has a public procurement process that follows state guidelines. Current open bids are available here [Google Drive]. No Open Jobs Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Select Board

518e52b5-2124-4721-9542-8e848f11e20f Request for Abutters List If you need a list of the abutters of your property (i.e., property parcels that are adjacent to yours), then fill out the form below and send it to the assessor. You may need this list if you are, for example, requesting a variance or special permit from the zoning board. Request for abutters list [pdf] Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Assessor

803dae6e-c4b7-4b31-8749-6ac8f41c2311 Zoning Board of Appeals Members Jeff Auer , term expires 2027 John Garcia , term expires 2031 Marcel Mazeau , term expires 2028 Jack Sobon (Chair) , term expires 2030 Peter Sternerup , term expires 2027 Meetings Meetings Posted at Town Offices and Website Calendar Appointed by Select Board for 3 year terms. Description The Zoning Board of Appeals is responsible for reviewing land and structure usage and stipulated in the Windsor Zoning Bylaws [pdf]. Jan 29, 2026 Hearing at 7pm at the Windsor Town Hall - 1927 Route 9, Windsor, MA The Windsor Zoning Board of Appeals will hear the petition of Shannon Kennedy and Dylan Wolfgang. The petitioners seek a variance of the required front-line setback, Section 8.4 of the Bylaw for a proposed 30’ x 40’ storage building at 1430 Old Route 9, Map 14, Lot 39. Application materials are available here [zip file]. Information Zoning Board Agendas Zoning Board Minutes Related Services Zoning Variance / Special Permits

fc789f4f-a017-4d4b-91a5-be4df7d98840 Change Your Mailing Address To change your mailing address, fill out this form [pdf] and send to the Town Assessor as indicated. You may also want to let Friends of Windsor know if you would like to receive a paper copy of their "Now and Then" newsletter. Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Assessor Town Clerk

bf39d63c-5997-4a7a-9d85-74ec41eabab5 Tax Abatement & Exemption Applications You must pay 100% of all assessed taxes for which you have not received an abatement or exemption. However, there are a number of ways you can apply to reduce some of those required taxes - which are described here. Windsor Summary for Elderly, Surviving Spouse & Blind Exemption Clauses in Effect for FY 2025 Tax Bill Elderly Exempt Info FY 2025 [pdf] Guides to Real Estate Tax Exemptions General Massachusetts site with forms and guides Application Forms Real and Personal Property Tax Abatement Application (Form 128) Motor Vehicle Excise Form (Form 126-MVE) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) What's the difference between an abatement and an exemption? An exemption is a discharge from the obligation to pay all or part of a real estate tax based on certain age, income, military, or disability status as set forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. An abatement happens as a result of an adjustment that lowers a property’s valuation after the actual (not preliminary) tax bill has been issued. Exemptions are available for seniors, low income seniors, surviving spouse or surviving minor child, veterans with disabilities, and blind persons. Are there other ways to reduce my taxes? There is also a tax deferral program available for older citizens. Please contact the Assessors’ office for further information. Does the property record card reflect any exemptions to which I may be entitled? Property tax exemptions are available to qualifying taxpayers according the eligibility requirements determined by state law. Exemption information is not displayed on the property record card. Information on exemptions is available on the town’s web site or in the Assessors’ office. What if I feel the value of my property value is overstated? This is when an owner would file for an abatement. There are three basic reasons for granting an abatement: data error(s), overvaluation, or inequitable assessment. An abatement application is not a complaint about taxes or how much your assessment has increased. It is an attempt to prove that your property’s estimated market value is inaccurate or unfair based on recent sales of comparable properties. Do I have to apply for an abatement every year if I received one in the past? Not necessarily. If a data correction or adjustment has been made that should be permanent, it will carry forward to the next and following years until such time as there is a change in the property and/or a change in the valuation methodology that affects that property. Therefore, it would not be necessary to reapply the following year(s). If, however, a one-time adjustment were granted just for the current year, the assumption is that the adjustment does not carry forward into the next year. If the property owner then feels that the valuation is overstated in the following year, he/she must submit a new application. What if I am not satisfied with the result of the abatement hearing? A property owner may submit an appeal to the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board (ATB). Information for the Appellate Tax Board is available online by searching on www.mass.gov . Related Services Property Taxes Related Boards & Departments Assessor

9af92f35-b432-467e-890c-9fcd4d0942ce Westfield River Representatives to the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee Jim Caffrey (Windsor Representative) David Zink (Windsor Representative) jcaffrey@thetrustees.org (Jim) 413-684-2182 (Jim) davideo007@yahoo.com (Dave) 413-684-1459 (Dave) Appointed yearly by the Select Board. Description Our mission is to preserve, protect and enhance the special qualities and outstanding resources of the Westfield River Watershed in concert with local communities. Information The Westfield River flows about 5 miles through Windsor, providing the (dammed) swimming center at the Windsor State Forest and the tiny undammed simming hole sometimes known as the "chalk pond" along River Road. A committee helps to conserve the river, and some Windsor representatives help the committee. Read about the Wild & Scenic Westfield River [link] committee. Related Services Parks: What and Where?

b6c1fb33-c565-470e-9b5e-85e98764c0b4 Accounting Department Accountants Eric A. Kinsherf (CPA) Barbara Newton barbara@erickinsherfcpa.com Meetings N/A Public bid and contract Description They provide outsourced accounting services to Windsor - providing accurate record keeping, timely report filing, and guaranteeing year-end closing success. Information Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts

b248ac45-41b3-44af-a1d5-e9a75c40357e Town Meetings A Citizen's Guide to Town Meetings from the State of Massachusetts is provided for your understanding. Here is a record of Town Meetings 2026 5/4/2026 - Annual Town Meeting Warrant ( accessible no sig ), Budget Proposal , Finance Committee Stmt and Minutes ( accessible no sig ) 2/24/2026 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes ( accessible version, no sig ) 2025 8/11/2025 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 5/5/2025 - Annual Town Meeting Report , Warrant , Finance Committee Statement and Minutes w/ Budget and Sources of Funding 2/24/2025 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 2024 8/19/2024 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 5/6/2024 - Annual Town Meeting Report , Warrant , CBRSD Proposed Agreement , Finance Committee Statement and Minutes 2023 11/29/2023 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 5/1/2023 - Annual Town Meeting Report , Warrant and Minutes 2022 12/12/2022 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 10/17/2022 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 8/24/2022 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 5/2/2022 - Annual Town Meeting Report , Warrant and Finance Committee Statement and Minutes 2021 9/27/2021 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 6/16/2021 - Annual Town Meeting Report , Warrant , Finance Committee Statement and Minutes 4/14/2021 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 2020 10/13/2020 - Special Town Meeting Warrant and Minutes 6/1/2020 - Annual Town Meeting Report , Warrant (with proposed revised Article 19 ), Finance Committee Statement and Minutes 1/29/2020 - Special Town Meeting Warrant (with proposed revised Article 6 ) and Minutes Archived town meeting warrants Archived town meeting minutes Archived annual town reports Related Services Agendas & Minutes from Town Meetings Related Boards & Departments Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts

Posted Nov 18, 2024 - Fire Restrictions Fire Department Important Message As Severe Fire Weather Persists, Windsor Extends Outdoor Fire Restrictions 518 Fires Have Burned More Than 1,500 Acres in Massachusetts Since October 1 With outdoor fuel sources extremely dry and no meaningful precipitation expected, Windsor Fire Chief James Hyatt and municipal leaders are extending restrictions on any outdoor fires at least until Friday, November 22. “This has been an unprecedented fall fire season in Massachusetts,” said Chief Hyatt. “The current and expected weather conditions mean that any outdoor fire is likely to spread quickly and become difficult to control. In Windsor, those fires could easily spread to homes and other properties.” Burning yard waste is already prohibited across Massachusetts through January 15 and year-round in some communities under 310 CMR 7.07, the Open Burning regulation. The local fire restriction additionally restricts the outdoor use of fire pits, chimineas, candles, cooking/heating equipment, and other ignition sources under Section 10.10.2 of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code. The Code grants fire officials the authority to prohibit any and all open flames and other ignition sources under certain hazardous conditions, including extreme drought. About 200 Massachusetts municipalities have imposed these prohibitions. Any requests for permits for outdoor fires, hot work such as cutting/grinding, and other activity will be decided in light of the ongoing fire risk. All of Massachusetts is facing an unprecedented fall wildfire season. While the state averages 15 to 20 fires a month in October and November each year, local fire departments have reported more than 500 fires since October 1, 2024. These fires have burned more than 1,500 acres – rivalling average statewide totals for an entire year. Many of these fires have damaged homes and other properties, and they are taxing local and regional firefighting resources. According to Chief Hyatt, the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, and the Department of Conservation & Recreation’s Bureau of Forest Fire Control & Forestry, almost all of these fires start with human activity and can be prevented by limiting outdoor activity that involves open flames, sparks and embers, hot engines or gasoline from power equipment, and other ignition sources. Chief Hyatt recommended the following fire prevention strategies during this period of severe fire risk: Follow local and state guidance on outdoor ignition sources. Remember that burning yard waste is prohibited statewide through January and in many communities year-round. Many cities and towns have implemented temporary restrictions on any outdoor fires until conditions improve. Refrain from outdoor cooking and heating. Sparks and embers from chimineas, fire pits, and grills can easily ignite dry vegetation, debris, and overhanging branches. Use caution with lawnmowers, leaf blowers, all-terrain vehicles, and other power equipment. Hot engines, sparks, and spilled gasoline can ignite dry leaves and grass. Dispose of ashes from fireplaces and wood stoves in a metal can, douse them with water, and cover them with a tight-fitting lid. These ashes can remain hot enough to ignite combustibles long after the fire goes out, never dump them outdoors or in the trash. Extinguish smoking materials in a sturdy ashtray with water or sand. Never toss cigarette butts, matches, or other smoking materials over the edge of a balcony, stub them out on stairs or railings, or toss them in dry vegetation or debris. “The faster we hear about a fire, the better chance we have of safely extinguishing it,” said Chief Hyatt. “If you see smoke or flames, please call 9-1-1 right away so we can protect you, your neighbors, and our community.”