Who is a member?
Our members are the local governments of Massachusetts and their elected and appointed leadership.
The Commission on PILOT for State-Owned Land is hosting a series of listening sessions across the state in July to solicit feedback on the state program.
The Commonwealth owns more than half a million acres of land, including state parks and forests, wildlife management areas, beaches, and military training facilities. Because this property is exempt from local property taxation, the state administers a program that provides payments to municipalities in lieu of taxation.
The commission is seeking input from municipal leaders, residents and other interested stakeholders, and findings from the listening sessions will inform the commission’s recommendations.
Five listening sessions are scheduled, with the potential for additional sessions depending upon demand.
• Marion Music Hall: Tuesday, July 14, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Franklin Regional Council of Governments: Thursday, July 16, 5:30-7 p.m.
• Holyoke Community College: Monday, July 20, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Berkshire Innovation Center: Friday, July 24, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Orange Town Hall: Tentatively week of July 20; details to follow
Registration is available online, though walk-ins are welcome.
In advance of each session, the commission will send out materials that provide an overview of the PILOT program. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions during the session.
Those unable to attend are invited to share their thoughts with the commission using an online form.
Gov. Maura Healey established the Commission on PILOT for State-Owned Land last August through Executive Order 645.