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1. Where can I obtain working papers?

• Working papers are issued from Trumbull High School’s main office throughout the year. Due to security protocol, you must have an appointment. In order to be eligible for working papers, you must meet the following requirements:
  • You must be 16 years old and show proof of age, this proof must be shown on a legal document such as a birth certificate, driver’s license, or passport. (If you are 18 years old or older you do not need working papers.) For more information on ages and restrictions see the Connecticut Working Papers Manual https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/SDE/CTE/WBL/WP.pdf?la=en.
  • You must have a “Promise of Employment” letter which is provided by your future employer on their letterhead, stating your name, what type of position (cashier, stock clerk, etc.), rate of pay and number of hours you will be working weekly.
• Email dcamara@trumbullps.org at Trumbull High School for more information on how to obtain your working papers and/or to schedule an appointment.

2. How do I become a Notary Public?

Applications and Study Manuals for becoming a Notary Public are available in the Town Clerk's office. The fee for Notary renewal is $20.

3. How do I obtain a copy of a marriage or a death certificate?

Request can be made in person or by mail, download and fill out the Marriage Certificate Copy Request Form (PDF), and the Death Certificate Copy Request Form (PDF) and review the following:

• Fee is $20 for one certified copy
• Name and date of occurrence is needed

4. How do I apply for a dog license? How do I renew my dog's license?

Residents can register dog licenses with the Town Clerk’s office. Find instructions and additional information on the Dog License page. 

5. How do I obtain a copy of my child's birth certificate?

Per State Statute copies of birth certificates are restricted to certain individuals: person who is subject of birth certificate, parent, grandparent, grandchildren or guardian, if minor; spouse or children if over 18.

Trumbull Birth Certificates

If you lived in Trumbull when your child was born, it is filed in the Town Clerk's office. You need to come in, fill out the paperwork or bring this Birth Certificate Copy Request Form (PDF) already completed, and have a valid driver's license. If photo identification is unavailable, originals or photocopies of 2 of the following documents may be substituted:

• Automobile registration
• Checking account deposit slip stating name and address
• Copy of utility bill showing name and address
• Social Security Card
• Written verification of identity from employer

Fees

Full size or wallet size are available.

• $15 for wallet size
• $20 for full size

6. How do I register a business out of my home?

Please review the instructions for Filing a Trade Name (PDF).

Come to the Town Clerk's office, get a Trade Name Application, fill it out; bring it to the Zoning Enforcement officer in the Planning and Zoning office for approval. When that is done, bring it back to the Town Clerk's office for registration. Cost is $13.

7. What is the conveyance tax in Trumbull?

The conveyance tax is 0.25% of the purchase price of the property.

8. What do I need to do to obtain a marriage license?

You must get your license from the town in which the ceremony is to be performed.

Filing

Please call prior to coming into the office to set up an appointment with our staff, and bring in the completed Marriage License Worksheet (PDF).

Marriage licenses are issued through the Town Clerk’s office, any day the office is open up to half an hour before closing time. All Brides and Grooms must appear together by 4 p.m. to be sworn for their license. Payment is by cash or check only, no credit cards. Identification must be provided with current address to be used on the license.

• If you are under 16 years of age, consent is needed from the Judge of Probate.
• If you are under 18, parental or guardian consent is needed.

Fees

Please bring your current driver’s license with you, or a passport and your filled in Marriage License Worksheet (PDF), fees are as follows:

• $20 for the certified copy (PDF)
• $50 for the license

After Filing

Please email your Marriage License Worksheet to Town Clerk Mary Markham at mmarkham@trumbull-ct.gov, and be sure to complete the bottom of the form with the following information:

• Contact number for either the bride or groom during working hours
• Date
• Where it is to be held
• Who is performing the wedding

9. Where do I go to get a streetlight fixed or put onto my street?

To get a streetlight fixed or put onto your street, please contact Public Works by calling 203-452-5045.

10. Where do I go to get a stop sign on my street?

To get a stop sign installed on your street, please contact the Police department by calling 203-261-3665.

11. Where can I find information about hazardous waste?

To learn about hazardous waste please call the Public Works department at 203-452-5045.

12. When will my leaves be picked up by the town?

Find more information about the Town’s Leaf Pickup Program by visiting the Department of Public Works Leaf Pickup Program page. 

13. Who do I call if my mailbox gets hit in the winter?

If your mailbox gets hit in the winter, please contact the Public Works department by calling 203-452-5045.

14. Do I need a permit to have a tag sale?

Please check with the Zoning Enforcement Officer by calling 203-452-5052.

15. Where do I get a subdivision map of my property?

You can get a subdivision map of your property filed in Town Clerk's office if one exists. Plot plans are not always available. There might be a plot plan in Building if there have been major additions/decks.

16. To whom do I speak to get permission to put up a fence?

To find out more information about putting up a fence, please call the Building department at 203-452-5020.

17. How do I arrange to get a pickup of large items?

To arrange a pickup of large items, please contact the Highway department by calling 203-452-5070 or 203-452-5071.

18. What are the fees for recordings?

As of December 1, 2017, the charges to record a land record document are as follows:

• The $5 for each additional page and the $2 fee for conveyances over $2,000 remain the same.
• The Fee for filing a Foreclosed Property Registrations is $60
• The fee to record a document on the land records is $60 for the first page.
• Nominee (MERS) fees have not changed and will remain at the flat fee of $159 for Releases and Assignments (when Nominee is the Releasor/Grantor), and $159 plus $5 for each additional page for other Nominee (MERS) recordings.

Any document received for recording on December 1st is charged the new fee even if it was mailed and postmarked earlier. The statutes do not allow for an exception to the recording fee and all documents recorded in the month of December 2017 will be subject to the new fee and the revised allocation of funds.

19. Where do I obtain a Parks sticker for my car?

Visit the Recreation Department, call 203-452-5060, or go there with your car registration. New residents who have moved within Connecticut may also change the address on their Driver's License and Registration there.

20. How do I obtain an absentee ballot?

To obtain an absentee ballot please visit the Absentee Voting page and complete the application and return it to the Town Clerk’s office.

21. How do I submit a Freedom of Information Request?

Freedom of Information Requests (PDF) may be submitted to the Trumbull Freedom of Information Act Officer:
Mary Markham
5866 Main Street
Town Hall - 1st Floor
Trumbull, CT 06611
Phone: 203-452-5035
Email Mary Markham