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$1,400 payroll-tax notice spurs renewed push to outsource town payroll
Summary
A payroll-tax memo noting a roughly $1,400 penalty prompted board members to press for moving payroll to an outside vendor; town staff said she is pursuing vendors and expects outsourcing would reduce compliance risk and administrative burden.
The board discussed a payroll-tax memo during its April 22 meeting that reported a roughly $1,400 penalty tied to a March filing. Members said the fine underscores the complexity of payroll tax compliance and supported pursuing an outside payroll vendor.
Lisa said she is pursuing payroll-service options and pointed to another town's smooth transition to ADP as a model. Board members noted prior experience with PrimePay and ADP and said outsourcing payroll could reduce the risk of missed filings and penalties.
Board members did not authorize a purchase at the meeting but asked Lisa to continue vendor discussions and report back with costs, transition timelines and the scope of services (tax filing, timekeeping, benefits tracking). The board also discussed hiring for an assistant treasurer and noted three interviews are scheduled.
Why it matters: Proper payroll administration affects tax compliance, employee records and potential penalties. The board signaled support for outsourcing if it reduces compliance risk and staff workload.
