Town Clerk

The Town Clerk’s office serves as Essex's keeper of the records for all    documents that pertain to the Town of Essex. The Town Clerk is responsible for the preservation and safekeeping of the Town’s official records and documents, as well as the official keeper of the Town Seal. The Essex records are from 1852 to the present day. The Connecticut General Statutes define the duties and function of the Town Clerk.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and provides access to public records as required by Connecticut State Statutes
• Records, indexes, and preserves land records, surveys and maps
• Provides certified copies of public records
• Post and maintains public meeting agendas and minutes
• Maintains Military Discharges, Foreclosure Registrations, Liquor Permits, Trade Names

Vital Statistics

• Acting as Registrar of Vital Statistics for the town, certifies and maintains records of all births, marriages, deaths, and burials

Licensing

• Issues all licenses, including dog licenses, fishing and hunting licenses, and marriage licenses

Elections

• Issues, mails and records Absentee Ballots; Nominating Petitions; Candidates Certifications; Campaign Financing; Prepare Ballots; and Publish Legal Notices for all elections.

The last recording of the day will be received at 3:30 pm. Any document received after that time will be recorded the following day.

If you have any questions please fell free to call the office at 860-767-4340 x129.