Animal Control's primary responsibility is the safety of all residents and animals within the Town of Seymour limits and enforcement of local and state ordinances regarding animals including: acting as an interface with other agencies dealing with dogs, cats, birds, and other animals. working with authorities to obtain emergency veterinary assistance for injured dogs and cats. enforcing all Town ordinances pertaining to dogs running at large patrolling problem areas in the Town. bite investigations. cruelty investigations. noise complaints. rabies control.

The Assessor's Office prepares the annual grand list of taxable and non-taxable property and assesses and values real estate, business, personal property and motor vehicles.

Under direction of the First Selectwoman, the Blight Enforcement Officer is charged with the enforcement of the Anti-Blight Ordinance of the Town of Seymour. He can request assistance from the Building Inspectors, Zoning Enforcement Officer, and Seymour Police Department if necessary.

The Building Inspector's office issues permits for new construction as well as permits for additions and renovations within an existing structure.

Welcome to Seymour Community Services, the new home of our Recreation and Senior Services. We offer a number of recreational, social, educational, and cultural activities and programs for Seymour residents. We are excited to introduce our online registration system and website where you’ll find an abundance of programs for the entire family. Check us out and let us know what you think.

The primary goal of the Economic Development Commission is to enhance the commercial and industrial zones by providing a method of attracting business. As a member of the “Alliance for Economic Growth”, we work with the other Lower Naugatuck Valley communities to encourage investment in our area. The EDC reviews every application for admittance into our Silvermine industrial park to ensure uniformity and to provide increased investment possibilities for existing companies.

This system will be used for emergency notifications as well as public service announcements for the town of Seymour including information about community events, road closures, voting days, or town meetings.

The Finance Department is responsible for the administration of the Town of Seymour's financial policies and procedures.  The Finance Department maintains the Town's financial condition and represents the Town on financial matters with internal and external parties.

The mission of the Seymour Fire Marshal’s Office is to preserve life and the protection of property from fire and explosion and other associated conditions for the citizens, property owners and visitors of the Town of Seymour. This is accomplished through enforcement of the Connecticut fire codes and other applicable Connecticut and Seymour regulations, inspections, plan reviews and the investigations of fires within the Town of Seymour.

The First Selectwoman serves as the town's Chief Elected Official.  The term of office is two years commencing in odd number years.  The First Selectwoman presides over the Board of Selectpersons.

It is the mission of the Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour to affirmatively further fair housing, to assist low and moderate income families to meet their housing needs, to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing, and to advocate and promote housing opportunities in the rental, home ownership, and assisted living affordable housing markets for the Seymour community and the jurisdiction for which it serves.

The Director of Human Resources directs and oversees all aspects of Human Resources Management for the Town of Seymour including policies and procedures, recruitment, hiring, compensation management, benefits administration, employment and labor law compliance, and employee relations. This position must maintain strict confidentiality and business ethics at all times.

The Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer is an agent of the Inland Wetlands Commission and enforces the inland wetlands regulations and coastal site plan decisions on issues of zoning compliance. He/She is supervised by the Inland Wetlands Commission and is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the regulations.

The Naugatuck Valley Health District, as the official public health agency for its partner communities, is committed to improving the quality of life for all it serves through the promotion of health, prevention of disease, and by assuring a safe and clean environment. We provide public health functions to the towns of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Naugatuck, Seymour and Shelton.

The Operations Department is responsible for the efficient management and operation of the affairs of the Town of Seymour in accordance with State law, Town ordinances and such directives, regulations, and policies as the Board of Selectmen may from time-to-time adopt. The Operations Department was effective July 1, 2012.

The Seymour Parks Commission is a volunteer commission that issues permits for park usage and ensures the parks are playable.

The Seymour Public Library provides access to a variety reading materials and educational programming.

Bungay Elementary School, Chatfield-Lopresti Elementary School, Seymour Middle School, Seymour High School

The Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance of Town rights of way, operation of the transfer station, and plowing.

The Registrar of Voters is responsible for the following: conducting the annual canvass of registered voters between January and May to ensure records are accurate and complete. managing elections, primaries and referenda. locating and training poll workers. handling requests for voter registration and education. processing mail-in and in person voter registrations.

Serving the communities of Seymour and Oxford to address food insecurity and supporting human needs.

A regional welfare office administrates the town's General Assistance program under the auspices of the state Department of Social Services. Residents without assets or financial resources may contact the office for food bank, clothing source and other relevant referrals. Individuals with special medical needs, such as substance abuse, will be directed to the proper facilities. The office offers assistance for unemployable individuals who are awaiting Social Security service. Seymour residents with disabilities who cannot travel to the New Haven office, can contact the TEAM office in the Valley at (203)736-5420 for assistance.

The Tax Collector's office is responsible for maintaining all tax records and for collecting taxes due to the Town of Seymour by all means allowed by State Statute.

The Town Clerk's office serves as a general information source for the public as well as for federal, state, and local government officials, maintaining lists of current office holders and rules and regulations of the town.

The Town Counsel is assigned by the First Selectman and approved by the Board of Selectmen. The Town Counsel is responsible for all legal matters for the Town of Seymour.

The Town Planner's Office acts as the agent for the Planning and Zoning Commissions, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Inland Wetlands Commission.

The Town Treasurer is an administrative appointment of the First Selectman and responsible for preserving, managing, and protecting the financial resources of the Town.

The Seymour Sewer Authority is run by a company called Veolia Water North America.

he Zoning Enforcement Office reviews and approves all documents related to development of lands within the Town. Anyone constructing, demolishing, adding, or otherwise structurally modifying any building must first obtain appropriate permits from the Zoning Office. Building inspectors will then review all construction work to make sure it complies with applicable building codes.