Frequently Asked Questions

The Board of Selectmen appoints members to various volunteer boards and committees. You can submit a Talent Bank Form through the Town’s website or contact the Selectmen’s Office for available opportunities. The Talent Bank Form is electronically submitted for all members of the Board of Selectmen or the Moderator when appropriate. 

The Board of Selectmen’s Office in Seekonk issues and oversees a variety of licenses and permits. Here’s a comprehensive list of items managed through the Selectmen’s Office via the town’s OpenGov portal: https://townofseekonkma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1082 

• Alcoholic Beverages Special One Day Permit

  • One Day Special Event

• Amusement Facility License 

  • Amusement Facility or Place of Public Amusement

• Amusement Machine License

  • Fee based on number of Amusement Machines

• Annual Alcohol License

  • New Applicants Only: Apply for any or all of the above listed licenses. If you are seeking an innholder with alcohol, please apply through the innholder link. Do not click Select if you are trying to renew your license.

• Antiques and Second Hand License

  • Required for the sale of secondhand items, including but not limited to antiques, books, coins, etc.

• Class I (NEW) Motor Vehicle License
  (Motor Vehicle Class I)

• Class II (USED) Motor Vehicle License
  (Motor Vehicle Class II)

• Class III Motor Vehicle License
  (Use for the wholesale purchase and sales of "junk" motor vehicles)

• Common Victualler

• Earth Export – in accordance with Category 17A of the Town of Seekonk General Laws

• Earth Import – in accordance with Category 17B of the Town of Seekonk General Laws

• Fortune Teller License

  • Annual

• Mini Golf/Go Kart

• Mobile Food Cart License

  • Annual Mobile Food Cart License

• Outdoor Alcoholic Beverage Service Areas

  • This application is for the amendment of an already-existing and licensed building premises in accordance with MGL Chapter 138. This is not an application for a license for a NEW establishment to serve alcoholic beverages in a patio.

If you're unsure which license you need—or need help submitting an application—visit the Town’s OpenGov portal under “Online Permitting” or contact the Board of Selectmen’s Office at 508‑336‑2911/508-336-2910 or via our online contact form: https://www.seekonk-ma.gov/formcenter/Contact-Us-5/Contact-Christina-Testa-51 

To request placement on an upcoming Board of Selectmen agenda, contact the Town Administrator’s Office at 508-336-2910 or email selectmen@seekonk-ma.gov. Requests should be submitted at least one week prior to the meeting and include a brief summary of the topic.

If you notice branches hanging on or near electrical wires, do not attempt to remove them yourself, as this poses a serious safety hazard. Instead, please contact National Grid Customer Service at 1-800-465-1212 to report the issue.

For more information about tree safety and how it may impact electric service, visit National Grid’s resource page:
🔗 Trees and Your Electric Service – National Grid

Roadway and drainage concerns are handled by the Department of Public Works (DPW). Please contact DPW directly at 508-336-7407.

You may file your concern with the Town Administrator, who oversees daily operations of municipal departments. Contact the Town Administrator’s Office at 508-336-2910 for assistance.

Many licenses fall under the jurisdiction of the Board of Selectmen. Most license applications can now be completed through our online permitting portal. For additional information go to: https://townofseekonkma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1082 or call 508-336-2911 for more information. 

Property taxes, abatements, and assessments are managed by the Assessors' Office. Please contact them at 508-336-2980 for help with these issues.

Concerns about illegal activity, dumping, or zoning violations should be reported to the Building Department at 508-336-2990 or the Police Department (non-emergency) at 508-336-8123, depending on the situation.