Board of Assessors approves prior minutes, introduces interim chief assessor.
The Belmont Board of Assessors approved July 14 minutes and introduced Richard Scanlon as interim Chief Assessor, set to begin August 18, 2026, working approximately two days per week. Chair Roy Epstein reported that the Appellate Tax Board issued Findings of Fact in February 2026 that resulted in
Board of Assessors · Meeting of July 30, 2026
BELMONT — The Belmont Board of Assessors approved July 14 minutes and introduced Richard Scanlon as interim Chief Assessor, set to begin August 18, 2026, working approximately two days per week. Chair Roy Epstein reported that the Appellate Tax Board issued Findings of Fact in February 2026 that resulted in a significant reduction in the property tax assessment for the Belmont Country Club for fiscal years 2021 through 2023. Epstein stated the Board is reviewing options it may pursue in light of the decision.
The Board also convened in executive session to discuss litigation strategy concerning the Country Club matter.
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Source: the Board of Assessors meeting of July 30, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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