Town Clerk

The Town Clerk’s Office is proud to serve Hopkinton. Whether you were born here, live here, or do business here, we are here to assist you!

To view schedules and results for Elections and Town Meetings, head to Election Information.

Per the Town’s General Bylaws, our annual Town Meeting is held on the first Monday of May and the annual town election is subsequently held on the third Monday in May.

To request and pay for vital records or register a business in Hopkinton, visit Certificates, Licenses, and Fees.

Planning on getting married? Please call our office at (508) 497-9710 or email townclerk@hopkintonma.gov to schedule an appointment.


The 2024 Dog Licensing Period is Ongoing

To apply for a new dog license, please click here

To search for and renew an existing dog license, please click here

Per M.G.L. c. 140 § 137, all dogs 6 months or older must be registered with the town in which they reside. Dog licenses cost $10 for spayed/neutered dogs and $15 for intact male/female dogs. The licensing period is January 1st through April 1st of each year. A citation of $25 (per dog) will be incurred for any dog registered  after April 1st. The exceptions to the citation are dogs new to town or puppies reaching 6 months of age after April 1st, provided that your dog is still registered within two weeks of your dog becoming eligible under the law.

The Clerk’s Office provides Notarial services by appointment only. Please call 508-497-9710 or email townclerk@hopkintonma.gov to schedule an appointment. Note: Only a licensed attorney can notarize Quit Claim Deeds.


Other useful links:

Register to Vote Online
Check Voter Registration
Water Resources Protection Map
Bylaw Archive
Zoning Maps
Historic Districts
Town Clerk & Moderator History
Current Office Fees