Town Clerk

The Town Clerk’s Office serves as the repository of the town’s vital records. It conducts all activities related to the Annual Street Listing, voter registration, elections, and Town Meeting.

The office administers oaths to all public officials and issues dog licenses and fuel tank registrations. It records vital events, such as births, deaths, and marriages, and issues certified copies of those records.

The Town Clerk’s Office also provides notary public services and oversees compliance with the Conflict of Interest Law and Open Meeting Law for employees and board members. In addition, the office serves as the Town’s Public Records Officer and carries out many other daily responsibilities.

Business Certificate Forms – Documents needed for conducting business in Williamstown.

Campaign Finance – Learn how and when to file campaign finance reports.

Open Meeting Law + Board and Committee Tips – Helpful documents for Committee and Board members.

Conflict of Interest and Ethics Requirements – Online training for municipal employees and Board and Committee Members.

Dog and Kennel Licenses – Renew dog licenses each year before they expire on March 31st.

Marriage Licenses – Learn how to obtain a marriage license in Massachusetts.

Town Meeting

Attorney General Decisions from Town Meeting – Info coming soon

Election Results

Election Calendar – Important dates for submitting nomination papers, filing a petition, and voting.