Town Government
Town Departments
Finding the Right Department
Most of what residents need from the town runs through a department, not an elected official: paying a bill, pulling a permit, reporting a problem, registering to vote. Each department reports up to the Town Administrator, who appoints most of the department heads.
The directory below covers the departments residents contact most. For the full list, hours, and staff, visit tisburyma.gov. Town Hall is at 51 Spring Street, Vineyard Haven.
Department Directory
| Town Clerk | Records, licenses, vital records, the town census, and elections. Town Clerk Hillary Conklin. 508-696-4215. |
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| Public Works | Streets, sidewalks, drains, and snow plowing. Director Kirk Metell. 508-696-4220. |
| Board of Health | Inspections, clinics, and health complaints. Health Agent Drew Belsky. 508-696-4291. |
| Police | Public safety and non-emergency response. Chief of Police Chris Habekost. 508-696-4240. |
| Fire | Fire suppression, prevention, and rescue, serving the town since 1885. Fire Chief Patrick Rolston. 508-696-4246. |
| Harbormaster | The harbor, moorings, anchorages, and the waterfront at the island’s main ferry port. Harbormaster Michael Gately. 508-696-4249. |
| Recreation & Parks | Parks, fields, beaches, and recreation programs. Facility Director Erik Blake. 508-696-4220. |
| Council on Aging | The senior center, outreach, and programs for older residents. Director Catie Blake. 508-696-4205. |
| Vineyard Haven Public Library | Books, programs, computers, and a card that works at libraries across Massachusetts. 508-696-4210. |
| Building & Zoning | Building permits and zoning enforcement. Building Commissioner Gregory Monka. 508-696-4280. |
| Conservation Commission | Wetlands, ponds, and open space. Conservation Agent Sean Young. 508-696-4260. |
| Treasurer / Collector | Town finances, tax bills, and collections. Treasurer and Tax Collector Elena De Foe. 508-696-4250. |
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