The town clerk's office, located in Town Hall, is charged with keeping the official records of the town, including land records, vital records, board and commission minutes and all historical data, and making copies of any of those documents for the public. It also issues licenses and permits, such as dog licenses and cremation permits.
The position also serves as clerk of the Representative Town Meeting. During elections, the town clerk helps register voters, certifies candidates and issues absentee ballots. The current town clerk is Robert Nye. Nye oversees the deputy town clerk and associate town clerk, who serve in the office as well.