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Selectmen to consult MMA after attorney says town could quitclaim lien on 'discovered' parcel
Summary
An attorney for Donald Saastamoinen told the board the town could issue a quitclaim deed to remove past-due taxes from a newly transferred parcel; the assessors chair said prorated taxes would be minimal (about $15), and the board will seek Maine Municipal Association guidance before acting.
Chairman Alton Grover read a letter from Attorney Mark Coursey, who represents Donald Saastamoinen, stating his opinion that after the transfer of a new parcel from Mr. Young to Mr. Saastamoinen the town could issue a release (quitclaim) deed removing any lien from the new parcel so that outstanding taxes owed by Mr. Young would not attach.
Daniel Remian, chairman of the Assessors, told the board that if Mr. Saastamoinen's attorney drafts a deed the town could prorate the taxes on the parcel; Remian estimated the prorated amount would be minimal because the property is swamp land, roughly $15. Donald Saastamoinen said he was unsure whether his lawyer or the seller's attorney (Mr. Young's attorney) would proceed but said he was willing to pay for the deed if needed.
The Selectmen decided to contact the Maine Municipal Association for guidance on whether the town could lawfully issue a quitclaim deed releasing liens on the newly —discovered— parcel before taking further action.
