2026 South Hadley Annual Town Census forms have been mailed out to over 8,000 South Hadley households. Please return your census promptly, even if there are no changes.
What is the Census? Why should I return it?
The Annual Town Census/Street Listing is an important legal document mandated by Massachusetts General Law (M.G.L. ch. 51 § 4). Returning the Census ensures that all voters in your household remain on the active voter list. The Census is also important for non-voters as it may provide proof of residency (which may be used to receive veterans' benefits, in-state tuition at state schools, and more).
How do I return the Census?
There are several ways to return your Annual Census to the Clerk's office:
- Mail: Use the enclosed envelope
- In-person: Stop by the Clerk's office at 116 Main St during office hours
- Dropbox: Leave forms in the secure dropbox labeled "Treasurer/Collector" located behind the South Hadley Police Station
- Email: Send a scanned copy of the completed form to the Clerk's office at townclerk@southhadleyma.gov.
Registering to Vote
You cannot use the Census form to register to vote or to update an existing voter registration. Update your voter registration online at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/.
Click here to learn more about registering to vote in Massachusetts.
Dog Licensing
All dogs six months or older must be licensed annually in Massachusetts (M.G.L. Ch. 140, s 137 - s 139). Dogs may be registered by mail or in person using the tear-off form at the bottom of the census. If returning by mail or in person, please bring or include a current rabies vaccination certificate for your dog.
Click here to learn more about dog licensing in South Hadley.
Please contact the Town Clerk's office with any questions or concerns by phone at 413-538-5030, ext. 6183, or by email at townclerk@southhadleyma.gov.