Tax Credits Veterans may qualify for tax credits by recording separation papers with the town clerk prior to October 1. 65 or over may qualify for property tax credits from the state and town based on income level. They should apply to the assessor's office between February 1 and May 15. Home renters with the same qualifications as those for home owners should apply to the assessor's office between May 15 and September 15. Persons of all ages who receive Social Security Disability payments are also eligible for an exemption.
Additional information is available from the assessor's office.
The town's food closet is open to residents who meet minimum income eligibility requirements. The closet, operated by the Community Services Council, features non-perishables food items and is located in the basement of Newtown Savings Bank. The food closet is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays. Loan Closet Temporary loan of aids for persons after a hospital stay include crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, canes and other items which are available on a limited basis to residents at no charge. Copyright 1999 Voices Newspaper, PO Box 383 Southbury CT 06488 re-printed with permission.