Extended Severe Cold Weather Alert

Severe Cold Weather Alert has been extended through noon on Thursday, February 5, based on the latest forecast guidance. Cold conditions are expected to continue through the week and into late next week. If you are at risk from the cold, please feel free to call 860-645-5500 for help. Individuals who are unhoused and in need of assistance should contact 2-1-1 or MACC Charities.

Cold Weather Resources

Hydrant Clearing

This is a friendly reminder to residents who have fire hydrants on or near their property, to remove the snow around them as soon as possible after the storm. This is a town ordinance in Manchester (Chapter 279, Section 19c,), but it is important everywhere. Clear a four-foot area in all directions around the hydrant and a three-foot wide path from the street to the fire hydrant.

(Chapter 279, Section 19c,)(PDF, 148KB)

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USPS Postmark Change

Published on January 27, 2026

Effective December 24, 2025, U.S. Postal Service updated its rules, meaning most automated, machine-applied postmarks now reflect the date an item is first processed at a regional facility, rather than the date it was dropped off. The Collector of Revenue must use a USPS postmark for interest purposes, therefore, please make sure you allow several extra days for delivery, especially near deadlines, as automated processing may not occur immediately. You can also visit a post office retail counter and request a hand-stamped, manual postmark to guarantee the current day’s date.

The last day to pay the second installment of real estate and personal property taxes as well as supplemental motor vehicle taxes is February 2, 2026. Any tax payments with a postmark of February 3, 2026, or later will accrue interest at 1.5% per month from the due date, January 1st.