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1. What is the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Civil Relief Act?
2. Why reassess real property at all?
3. Will my assessment change if I paid above or below the Assessed Value for my property?
4. Can my Assessed Value Change between Revaluations?
5. My lot was vacant as of the last revaluation, but I built a house this year. How will this affect my assessment?
6. How do I appeal my Assessment?
7. Where did my tax bill go?
8. Are there any exemptions that I might qualify for?
9. I was recently married / divorced. How do I change my name for my tax bill?
10. How do I find out where my property line is?
11. What exactly is being taxed?
12. My business is licensed through the State of Rhode Island. Do I need to register with Town Hall?
13. I have a small home based business. Am I subject to taxation?
14. How Does the Assessment Department know what assets I have?
15. What is the deadline for Filing the Annual Return to the Assessor?
16. How do I notify the Assessor’s Office that I am no longer in business?
17. My Business moved. How do I change my address to ensure that I get my Tax Bill?
18. I received my Tax bill in July. What timeframe does this bill cover?
19. I am starting a new business. What do I need to provide to the Assessor’s Office to open an account?

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1. I am replacing my roof shingles, do I need a permit?
2. I am replacing my siding do I need a permit?
3. I am installing replacement windows, do I need a permit?
4. I am installing new windows do I need a permit?
5. I am replacing my existing deck do I need a permit?
6. I am replacing my decking and railings without modifying it, do I need a permit?
7. I am replacing my kitchen cabinets do I need a permit?
8. I am replacing my flooring do I need a permit?
9. I want to finish my basement do I need a permit?
10. I am installing a pool do I need a permit?
11. I want to buy/build a shed do I need a permit?
12. I want to install a fence do I need a permit?
13. I am installing solar to my property do I need a permit?
14. I want to build an addition or a dormer do I need a permit?
15. I want to install a sign for my business do I need a permit?

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1. How do I apply for a mail ballot?
2. How do I register to vote?
3. How do I vote by mail if I am a military/overseas voter?

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1. I know what kind of business I want to open. What do I do first?
2. How do I obtain a Federal Tax ID number and a sales tax permit?
3. When should I apply for my business license(s)?
4. How do I find out if my future business location is in a properly zoned area?
5. Must I incorporate before I complete a Certificate of Ownership? How do I do that?
6. Do I need to obtain approvals from authorities before I appear before the Licensing Board?

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1. Who do I contact if I have a question about my benefits?
2. I called HR and they referred to me another number, party, website, or organization. Who can I call in HR for assistance?
3. I have a question about my medical insurance, who do I contact?
4. Who do I contact if I have a question about my Health Savings Account (HSA)?

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1. Who do I contact in Human Resources if I have a specific question?
2. Who do I contact if I have a question about my paycheck?
3. Can I just come to Human Resources without an appointment?

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1. Can I submit my resume for future vacancies?
2. Why do you only accept e-mailed resumes/applications for employment with the Town of Westerly?
3. How do I submit my resume/application materials?
4. Does the Town keep resumes/applications on file for future vacancies?
5. How do I know if a job is posted?
6. I met the minimum qualifications on the job posting, why wasn't I invited to an interview/selection process?
7. I submitted my resume/application materials and didn't receive any response. Who can I contact to confirm receipt of my application?
8. Who can I contact to find out the status of my application?

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1. How do I get a mooring in Westerly?
2. How do I get on the waiting list for a mooring?
3. Can I rent my mooring?
4. I no longer own a boat, am I allowed to let others use it?
5. How often does my mooring need to be inspected?
6. Can I install my mooring myself?
7. When does my child need to wear his / her life jacket?
8. Do I need a certificate to operate a motorboat?
9. Do I need a license to operate a Personal Watercraft?

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1. You have been charged with a Civil Traffic Violation. Who can I call with questions?
2. How do I pay by mail?
3. Can I pay a traffic ticket online?
4. Do you take credit cards over the phone?
5. What happens if I do not appear for my court date or fail to pay my violation?
6. What if I have a good driving record?
7. What is the cost if I appear in court and the Judge finds me guilty without a good driving record?
8. What if I want to have a trial?
9. What if I am unable to pay my fines and court costs?
10. What if I want to appeal my judgment?
11. What if I want to dispute a parking violation?
12. Are there court costs associated with parking violations?
13. How can I pay for a parking violation?

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1. Why is the dam being removed?
2. Could the dam be repaired or partially removed?
3. Could a design similar to that of the Bradford fish passage project be used for the Potter Hill project?
4. What alternative designs have been considered and why was the proposed design selected?
5. What safety hazards are associated with the mill and dam structures?
6. How will removing the dam affect water levels in the river?
7. Will my household well be affected?
8. Many properties along the Pawcatuck River have private drinking water wells, especially on the Hopkinton side of the river. How many homeowners’ wells could be affected by the predicted drop
9. Will Westerly’s municipal water wells adjacent to the Pawcatuck River be affected?
10. How will removing the dam reduce flood risk to upstream and downstream properties? Will larger flood events (i.e., the 500-year recurrence flood) be worse upstream or downstream following dam removal?
11. Will removal of the dam cause increased flooding to downstream areas, including downtown Westerly?
12. How will removing the defunct dam and mill affect public access to and uses of the river?
13. How will removing the dam affect fish and wildlife?
14. How will removing the dam affect wetland systems upstream of the dam?
15. Is the proposed design accounting for climate change projections and worst-case future hydrologic scenarios?
16. Who is the project team?
17. What are the next steps?
18. Where can I get more information on the project?

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1. Do you allow schools to tour the quarry?
2. Why do quarries and contractors have to blast?
3. How can I be notified when blasting is going to occur?
4. Why do I feel the blasting?
5. How does the blasting company protect my property?
6. What are safe vibration standards for blasting near homes?
7. Does continuous blasting cause damage to my home, even if the blasts are within the allowable limits?
8. Will the blasting vibrations damage my foundation?
9. Will the blasting vibrations damage my water well/cistern/septic tank?
10. How will the blasting affect my pets?
11. What regulations will you follow?
12. What will you do to control dust and other emissions?
13. How does Rawson mitigate dust and pollution created by quarrying or mining?

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1. I'm a new owner of a piece of property - will I automatically receive a bill?
2. I escrow my real estate taxes, why am I receiving a tax bill?
3. When are tax payments due?
4. Can I pay my tax bills and water/sewer bills on-line?
5. When are tax bills mailed?
6. Will I be charged interest if I pay my tax bills late?
7. Who do I contact if I have a question regarding the assessment of my property?
8. How do I change my address for by tax bills and notices?
9. Where can I pay my taxes?
10. Can the Town of Westerly's Tax Collection Office answer Fire District Tax Questions?
11. What type of payment options do I have for paying my taxes?

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1. How do I register to vote?
2. What is the fee to change my name in Probate Court?

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1. How are after hours, weekend and holiday emergency calls managed
2. Do I have to pay for outside water use on the Sewer bill?
3. Why do I have a high water bill
4. Discolored water or low water pressure
5. When are bills sent and how can they be paid?
6. What if there are billing questions
7. Are elderly exemptions available ?
8. What should be done prior to purchasing a house
9. What if the account is seasonal use?