Town Assessor Clinton Swett submitted a letter of resignation on September 30, 2024 to the Town Council, and incoming Town Manager Patrick Fox.  Swett has been selected by the Town of Cumberland to be their new assessor.  Swett's resignation is effective October 17.

"This resignation is not an easy decision, nor was it made without careful consideration.  I've appreciated my 7 years serving the citizens of Cape Elizabeth and I'm proud of the work I've accomplished here," Swett writes.  "I will sincerely miss the support and teamwork of the Assessing, Code Enforcement, and Planning team, and the many opportunitis this role has afforded me."

Interim Town Manager Mike McGovern said, "It was a surprise to hear that Clint is being hired by Cumberland as their new assessor to once again work with Matt Sturgis with whom he worked here in Cape Elizabeth.  With the tax bills now out, the Cape Elizabeth revaluation is substantially compete thanks to Clint's indefatigable diligence over the last few years.  I thank him for all he did in meeting with so many citizens and for ensuring a fair and equitable process."

Incoming Town Manager Fox, who begins his new role on October 7, will be making arrangements to ensure continuing assessment services from October 17 to the start state for a new assessor.  The assessor position is the only department head position appointed by the Town Council.