(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) 'Extended 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. History of Section.P.L. 2022, ch. 225, § 3, effective June 30, 2022; P.L. 2022, ch. 312, § 3, effective July 5, 2022.
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