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Free Tax Preparation

It’s tax season, and our VITA volunteers are here to assist you with free tax filing for 2023 returns. Here’s what you should be aware of!

1. Phone Lines LIVE: Schedule appointments by leaving a detailed message on our hotline voicemail in mid-January. No walk-ins accepted.
2. Office Site Opens Feb 1: Hybrid model for in-person and remote services; tax season ends April 17.
3. Appointment Hours: Wed & Thu (11 am – 7 pm), Sat (10 am – 5 pm) for flexible scheduling.
4. Documentation Checklist: Keep scrolling to gather a list of all the documents you should bring with you to your appointment.

Fund for Job Seekers and Work Related Expenses

In our ongoing commitment to empower our community, we’re thrilled to announce a fund for job seekers and work related expenses designed to cover the expenses of work-related training, including ESOL and adult basic education, along with job search essentials like transportation, clothing, and child care. This initiative aims to break down barriers and make professional development more accessible to all. To tap into this incredible opportunity, residents simply need to engage with a career coach or financial coach.
Call 617-712-3487

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Save The Date : Connect Open House

Drop by CONNECT’s Open House anytime on Tuesday, February 13th to learn about our services; remember, on-the-spot services won’t be provided. Meet the CONNECT team and explore our offerings for Chelsea and Revere residents, including rental assistance, job search assistance, SNAP, financial workshops, and MassHealth application support. Our staff is here to guide you and provide resources for community engagement. Plus, savor complimentary food and join our gift card raffle. Let’s connect and strengthen our community together!

Date: Tuesday, February 13th
Location: TND Office 4 Gerrish Ave, Chelsea, MA
Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm

City of Chelsea Boards and Commissions Openings

Several upcoming vacancies through June 30, 2024:
  • Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
  • Board of Registrars of Voters
  • Community Recreation Advisory Board
  • Conservation Commission
  • Cultural Council
  • Chelsea Disability Commission
  • Economic Development Board
  • Historical Commission
  • Licensing Commission
  • Planning Board
  • Traffic & Parking Commission
  • Tree Board
  • Human Rights Commission
All of these Boards have three year terms except for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board, which is a two year term and the Economic Development Board, which is a five year term.
Those interested in applying should send both a letter of interest and a resume either by mail to the City Manager, Chelsea City Hall, 500 Broadway, Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 or by email to fmaltez@chelseama.govMaterials should be received by the close of business on Friday, February 3, 2024.

Chelsea Electricity Choice receives DPU’S approval

The City of Chelsea is pleased to announce that it has received approval from the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) for its electricity aggregation program, Chelsea Electricity Choice. The City anticipates launching the program in 2024.
Chelsea Electricity Choice is a group electricity buying program from the City of Chelsea for residents and businesses. The program will provide electricity customers in Chelsea with a transparent, trustworthy alternative to private electricity offers. Through the program, Chelsea will sign long-term fixed-price contracts that will prioritize the purchase of electricity from renewable sources like wind and solar. By offering long-term prices, Chelsea Electricity Choice will keep electricity prices stable and can provide protection from high winter price increases. In addition, Chelsea Electricity Choice has the potential to provide savings compared with Eversource’s Basic Service prices. However, because Eversource’s prices change seasonally and their future prices are unknown, Chelsea Electricity choice cannot guarantee to provide savings.
The next step is for the City to sign an electricity supply contract. Once that contract is signed, the City will conduct an outreach effort before the program launches, and will be able to share program prices, the launch date, and information about how to enroll or prevent enrollment. As part of that outreach, the City will conduct public information sessions and will notify by mail anyone who is eligible for automatic enrollment.
For more information, please visit ChelseaElectricityChoice.com

City Of Chelsea Senior Citizen and Veteran Property Tax Work-Off Program

The City of Chelsea is happy to announce that the Senior Tax Work-Off Program and Veterans Tax Work-Off Program application period is now open. Jobs include clerical tasks and various office duties. The two Tax Work-Off Programs are offered by the City of Chelsea to help financially eligible seniors and veterans receive a reduction off of their annual real estate taxes. The deadline for all applications is January 31.
For further information, contact Denia Romero at 617-466-4170/dromero@chelseama.gov.
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