Board of Assessors
About
The 3-member Board of Assessors, appointed by the Mayor, ensures the accuracy of the assessing database used for ad valorem taxation, annually determines the “new growth” increase in the levy limit, calculates the tax rate each year, and acts upon abatement applications as well as property tax exemption applications for the elderly, low income, disabled veterans, the blind, and applications for exemption from the Community Preservation Act Surcharge.
3 year term, 3 members
Members:
Ellen M. Brideau, Chair, Medford City Hall, term expires 3/1/2024 – $5,000 stipend
Stephen Pompeo, Member, 18 Newton Road, term expires 3/1/2025 – $5,000 stipend
John Lopes, Member, 72 Linwood Street, term expires 2/28/2026 – $5,000 stipend