It's like tracking Santa on NORAD but it doesn't quite bring the same feelings of anticipation and delight.

The company hired by the Township of Maplewood to perform the year-long property revaluation—Appraisal Systems, Inc.—is providing a pdf map on their website showing the current locations of revaluation inspectors. The site also has a chart with names and pictures of each inspector and the list of streets each is serving.

Currently, the four inspectors are in the Hilton area—that is, south of Springfield Avenue. The website explains that the inspectors are starting at the Newark/Irvington borders and are working westerward through town. The map shows them starting at the Irvington and Union boundaries. The inspections started on March 8. The start of inspections was stalled by the snowstorms this winter.

Letters introducing the revaluation program, approved by the municipality, have been sent to all residential property owners. Landlords are required to notify their tenants. A reminder postcard will be sent to residents as the inspectors move to new parts of town, as explained in the attached Q&A Part 1 video.

Upon the first visit, the inspector will measure the outside of the house. Then, an interior inspection must be performed; however, Appraisal Systems doesn't expect residents to be at home without notice. If the homeowner or renter isn't there, the inspector will leave a card with an appointment time for a return visit. Residents can call the number on the card to reschedule if need be.

Each inspector will have an ID with a color photograph around their neck, and they are all–along with their vehicle–on record with the Maplewood Police. If you are unsure of someone, make them wait outside while you call the police at 973-762-3402.

The inspections are the first part of a seven-part revaluation process. To review that process, see our earlier article or watch the attached video.

The Township of Maplewood is also sponsoring another community presentation on the revaluation on Tuesday, March 23, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Town Hall. The presentation will be broadcast over SOMA TV, Channel 35 on Comcast and 24 on FIOS.

Finally, residents can call Appraisal Systems with any questions about the revaluation at 201-493-8530.