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1. Does the Town have a leash law?
2. Does the Town have a nuisance law?
3. How do I report animal control issues?

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1. How do I file for a property tax abatement?
2. How do I get an abutter list?
3. What are the requirements for an elderly or veterans exemption?
4. Where can I get my plot plan, tax map or property card?

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1. Do I need to be a resident to purchase burial rights?
2. What is the cost to purchase burial rights, and can I get a "family" plot?
3. Can I pre-buy lots as part of pre-planning for my funeral? Can I install a headstone in advance?
4. Where are there lots available for purchase?
5. How can I arrange for a burial in an old lot originally purchased by my grandfather, great-aunt, etc.
6. I own a lot but I've decided to be buried somewhere else. Can I run an ad and sell my lot(s)?
7. I want to plant a small shrub on my lot, is this allowed?
8. Why can the neighboring lot have a shrub/shepherd hook/fence/etc and I can't?
9. Can I bring my dog to the cemetery for some exercise or to visit?

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1. Are there any subsidized rental units for Older Persons in Windham?
2. Can I have farm animals at my house?
3. Do I need a permit for a fence?
4. Do I need a permit for a shed?
5. Do I need a permit for an above ground pool or hot tub?
6. Do I need a permit for wood stove, new boiler, gas or oil?
7. Do I need a permit to finish an attic or basement?
8. How do I find out the zoning requirements of my property?
9. How old do you need to be to live in a Housing for Older Persons community?
10. What are the minimum requirements for a buildable lot?
11. What are the setback areas for structures on a lot?
12. What do I need to know about tree cutting on my property?
13. What does WWPD stand for and can I build in it?
14. When is the Community Development Office Open?
15. What time do you do inspections?
16. What type of information do you have on my property?

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1. Am I permitted to burn brush?
2. Does the Fire Department have personal flotation devices available for public use?
3. Is there a boating safety course available at the Fire Department?
4. Is there an OHRV safety course available at the Fire Department?
5. Is trash burning permitted?
6. What kind of permits can I/must I get at the Fire Station?

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1. How do I know if my property is located in an SFHA?
2. What about basements and crawlspaces?
3. What are the special requirements that apply?
4. What is a Special Flood Hazard Area?
5. What is a substantial improvement?

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1. I'm new to Town, and need to speak to someone about an issue with my street's maintenance. Who do I contact?
2. The street sign / stop sign / other sign for my road has disappeared. Who do I contact to get it replaced?
3. Who do I contact to report a safety concern (ie: lowering speed limits / visibility issues) pertaining to a Town road?

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1. Are there activities offered for seniors through any other organizations?
2. Can meals be delivered daily?
3. Does the Town offer assistance with security deposits?
4. How do I get transportation assistance?
5. Is there a food pantry in Windham?
6. Is there a Senior Center in Windham and what hours are they open?
7. Is there a service that has information on all services available for seniors and adults with disabilities?
8. Is there any help with heating costs?
9. Is transportation available for doctor’s appointments and shopping?
10. What kind of assistance does the Town offer?
11. Who can apply for welfare services?

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1. Why do we need a Master Plan?
2. What is the Master Plan?
3. Who has oversight of the update?
4. What does the Town do with the Master Plan?

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1. Does the Police Department do fingerprinting for children?
2. Does the Police Department offer any self-defense courses?
3. Do I need to register my firearms?
4. How far away from my house do I need to be in order to shoot my guns?
5. Does the Windham Police Department do vacation patrol checks?
6. How long does it take to get a report after either an incident, accident, or arrest has taken place?
7. Do I need a Pistol Permit / License?
8. How do I contact animal control?
9. I have an alarm installed in my home. Do I need to notify the Police Department?
10. When is the Police Department Open?

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1. How do I find out about recreational activities / programs going on in Town?
2. How do I reserve a field for a game / group function?
3. Who mows / maintains the athletic fields in Town?

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1. Does the Town allow disposal of brush, stumps and logs?
2. Does the Town allow disposal of demolition/construction debris?
3. Does the Town allow disposal of household hazardous waste?
4. When is the Transfer Station Open?

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1. I own several properties, and received a separate bill for each. Can I pay with a single check?
2. What is all that information on my bill(s)?
3. Why is my bill not going to my mortgage lender (escrow account holder)?
4. What period of time does my bill cover?
5. When can I expect to receive my bill?
6. When is the tax rate set?
7. Then how did you come up with my current bill if the rate hasn't been set yet?
8. Why is the second bill in December so different from the first bill I received?

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1. Do the Selectmen have office hours and, if not, how do I contact them with my question or concern?
2. Is municipal water and/or sewer available in Windham?
3. How will I know when the Town Offices are closed?
4. Is hunting allowed on Town Conservation/Forest Land?
5. Is there municipal trash pickup in Windham?
6. When will I receive my tax bill? What period of time does my tax bill cover?
7. Can I reserve the Town Common for my wedding?
8. Where do we vote in Windham, and what hours are the polls open?
9. How do I get a pass for the Town Beach?
10. I want to have a yard sale. Do I need a permit? What types of activities do require a permit from the Town?
11. My High School student needs to do some community service. Can the Town help?
12. Who do I contact to rent the Town Hall meeting room?
13. How long is the paved walking area at Griffin Park?
14. I need a passport. Can I get the paperwork from the Town?
15. I attended / graduated from Castle Junior College, which has since closed. Can the Town help me obtain my transcripts?

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1. Do you issue beach stickers?
2. Can you tell me what we paid for motor vehicle registration costs for our income tax?
3. Do you accept credit and debit cards?
4. Do you host an Annual Rabies Clinic?
5. Can I process a vehicle registration for someone else?
6. Do you close for lunch?
7. When is the Town Clerks Office Open?
8. Can I get an estimate on my renewal or new registration?
9. Do you offer Notary Services?
10. How often do I need to register my dog?
11. Do I have to come to Windham Town Hall to register my car?
12. How soon before my wedding should I obtain a marriage license, do we need a blood test, and are there any other requirements?
13. I just had a baby. What do I need to do in order to obtain a birth certificate?
14. How do I register to vote?