Geary County Treasurer Kathy Tremont has announced that the 2017 tax statements will go out approximately Nov. 10th. 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. Taxpayers are encouraged to avoid waiting in line by mailing their taxes. If you are mailing your payment they should be postmarked no later than the 20th. Anyone wishing to receive a receipt will need to indicate this by marking the appropriate box on the payment stub.

Once you receive your bill and you have questions regarding the assessment of property you can call the 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.

Real estate taxes may be paid in full or half by Dec. 20. Second half taxes are due by May 10th, 2018. Postmark accepted on current payments.

Statutorily, at least half of the personal property tax is due Dec. 20th. 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 by May 10th, the same as real estate. 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. Owners can also pay online by going to the Kansas County Treasurers website at https://www.kansastreasurers.org/ or you can use the drop slot located at the entrance of the south door to the building at 200 East 8th Street.

Taxpayers can use the following methods to pay for their taxes: cash, check, money order or credit and debit cards ( those choosing to use the latter option are subject to a convenience fee charged by the company providing the service. Also, taxpayers will be given the opportunity to make monthly payments.  You can contact the Treasurer’s office and ask for the Payment Program.

Also…..vehicle owners are reminded that they have until Dec. 31st to renew auto tags U,X,Y, Z.