§ 44-5-2.3. Scituate €” Maximum levy.

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RI Code › Title 44 › Chapter 44-5 › Section 44-5-2.3

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(a) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, in connection with the change of Scituate€™s fiscal year from April 1 to June 30, the town may levy a tax for its extended fiscal year in excess of four percent (4.0%) in excess of the amount levied and certified by the town for the prior year, and such tax levy may cover a period of sixteen (16) months.

(b) €œExtended fiscal year€ means the period April 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024.

(c) Notwithstanding the requirements of § 44-5-7(a), persons assessed pursuant to the provisions of this section have the option to pay their taxes in quarterly installments, for the extended fiscal year; provided that, the town is authorized to permit taxes to be paid in five (5) equal installments.

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