Geary County Treasurer Kathy Tremont has announced that the 2018 property tax statements will go out approximately this Friday ( Nov. 9 ). Taxpayers that have their mortgage company escrow their tax will be sent a copy of the bill for informational purposes.
The first half taxes are due Dec. 20th. If you are mailing your payment it should be postmarked no later than the 20th. Anyone wanting to receive a receipt will need to indicate that by marking the appropriate box on the payment stub.
If you receive your bill and have questions regarding the assessment of the property contact the county appraiser’s office at 785-238-4407. The treasurer’s office is responsible for the mailing and collection of the statements but does not assess properties for valuation purposes.
Statutorily, at least half of the personal property tax is due December 20, 2018. If you fail to pay the first half, the full amount plus interest becomes due. Once you pay the first half, the second half is due to May 10th. No motor vehicle transactions can be processed for people having delinquent personal property taxes.
Participants in the neighborhood revitalization program must have their taxes paid in full before a rebate check will be issued.
If a taxpayer does not receive a tax bill call 238-6021. It is the responsibility of the taxpayer to ensure the taxes are paid. Owners can pay online by going to the Kansas County Treasurer’s website at https://www.kansastreasurers.org/ or they can use the drop slot at the entrance of the south door to the County Office Building at 200 East 8th Street.
Taxpayers can pay their taxes using check, cash, money order or credit and debit cards. Taxpayers will also be given the opportunity to make monthly payments. Contact the office and ask for the payment program.
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Vehicle owners are being reminded that they have until December 31 to renew auto tags U.X,Y,Z. Large trucks ( 12,000+ ) and trailers will expire December 31st, but will be allowed a grace period until the last day of February, 2019. Large truck and trailer license plate renewals go on sale after January 1st.