Tax Assessor

Mission Statement

Our mission is to determine accurate values of all property (residential, commercial, motor vehicle and tangible) in accordance with local and state laws in order to ensure that the distribution of the tax burden is fair and equitable.

Our objectives are to:

• accurately and properly maintain and update this property information
• review and administer exemptions as allowed under Rhode Island law and City ordinances
• review, oversee and administer the triennial Revaluation process
• perform these duties in adherence with the IAAO Code of Ethics, which includes:
  • accountability to the public good
  • a commitment to excellence in assessment administration
  • respect for the worth and dignity of all individuals
  • the promotion of fairness
  • an obligation to organizational transparency, integrity and honesty
  • maintaining the public trust