Fort Meade Votes To Approve $13. 6 Million Plan, Higher Tax Oct 1, 2009
The city bill is added to school board and county taxes. The city, feeling the pinch from reduced property values, expects to collect $1. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Anything for Sativa (Part I): Drug Court, baby girl give him strength to battle addiction Sep 21, 2009
2nd Revolution wrote on Sep 20, 2009 11:55 AM:" Blogger Jogger: I pay alot in county taxes, maybe more than you? I work full time and I have never used meth let alone anything else. I would also bet that my home is alot nicer and more valuble than yours, thus more taxes. $4928.00 last year in property taxes alone. You should be carefull when you throw stones in a glass house. I just tell it like it is. You should try it sometime. ". figgerditout wrote on Sep 20, 2009 12:16 PM:" Good luck to you... (Longview Daily News, WA)
"Public Eye:" Neighbor calls Brinckerhoff Ave. building a 'public eyesore' Sep 21, 2009
The city Comptroller s Office said Friday that owner Stephen N. Knights of Brooklyn is up-to-date on all city, school and county taxes. The most recent citation from the city Codes Department, issued Sept. 9, is only for grass or weeds that exceed the 10-inch limit within the city. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Speedway sues Concord, Cabarrus Sep 19, 2009
The incentives offered to Smith included a rebate of 85 percent of city and county taxes during the drag strip s first five years of operation. The deal also called for Smith to make $200 million in speedway upgrades in exchange for road and other improvements around the track. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Tax calculator provides good news for some Sep 12, 2009
According to a news release, this new tentative tax rate is a reduction from the proposed rolled-back rate, and should result in lower county taxes for most property owners on their 2009 property tax bills. The tax calculator, which appears on the property appraiser s Web site, helps property owners estimate their taxes. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Fire debate: Who owns the trucks? Sep 10, 2009
Just a bit confused wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:18 PM:" Do the county officials not realize that city taxpayers pay county taxes as well? It seems like city residents are getting the raw end of this deal. ". Tapped-out Taxpayer wrote on Oct 13, 2008 2:32 PM:" While there are some valid points raised by both sides of the fire protection coverage argument, from the viewpoint of a city dweller, it seems that the rural county residents (those outside of the city limits) are getting a much better end of... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
AG encourages citizens Sep 10, 2009
Anyone who owns a home in Cayuga County would probably tell you their town and county taxes are not the problem, Fricano said. He suggested the state try to consolidate school districts or Medicaid providers, if they are really interested in cutting taxes. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
County uses stimulus to cut taxes Sep 7, 2009
SCHENECTADY -- County taxes would be lowered by 2. 1 percent under the proposed 2010 budget thanks to federal stimulus money and a settlement with CSX, Legislature Chairwoman Susan Savage, D-Niskayuna, said Sunday. (Albany Times Union)
Tax battle leaves residents, officials weary Sep 6, 2009
Though county taxes might account for only around a quarter of a homeowner's overall bill, county officials shoulder the brunt of tax complaints. "They're complaining about issues that the council, while they may be sympathetic, cannot control," Dinneen said, referring to concerns about school costs and total tax bills. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Town wants out of contract Sep 3, 2009
The county taxes are already being paid anyway. The Town board is starting to see that what they had was not perfect, but it wasn't that bad either. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Entities fight for lower assessments in Utica Aug 30, 2009
Much is at stake, however: The eight companies that took their cases to court last year currently pay a total of nearly $670,000 in city, school and county taxes ... His companies paid $228,768 in 2008-09 school and city property taxes and 2009 county taxes on those five properties. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
In Volusia, tax-facts turnouts troubling Aug 30, 2009
Except, Dinneen said, no one attends the meetings to hear the discussion and presentations, despite advertising and other notices in advance of the 58 "mini budget workshops." And only two people showed up to speak at the most recent meeting when residents' county taxes and the budget were explained out loud and on paper in easy-to-understand terms, he said. The result is local officials fielding a high number of calls in the eleventh hour before the budget and tax rate must be adopted from... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Politics)
2 comment(s) Aug 27, 2009
greene wrote on Aug 26, 2009 11:06 AM:" Ouch! Seems like Forrest Cotton, must have really hit the Republican majority close to the mark in his comments about preferring to reduce Greene Countys spending levels and about not wanting to raise County taxes for them to react as defensively as this. Ive never seen Republicans so aggressively and vocally defending decisions to raise taxes and to continue spending irresponsibly. Wayne Speenburgh, surprisingly, admits that we have not been able to... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Cut Barrow taxes, not patrols, mayors say Aug 26, 2009
Barrow County commissioners considered a request Tuesday from the Barrow County Mayor's Association to reduce county taxes charged to residents of Braselton, Auburn, Winder and Statham because the cities have police departments ... The mayors worry that forcing residents to pay both city and county taxes for police protection violates a 1998 state law that prevents governments from charging twice for the same service - whether it's police protection, road maintenance, trash pickup or fire... (Athens Banner-Herald)
County to work on swine flu Aug 25, 2009
If a $100,000 home increased by $10,000 in value, they would pay an additional $35 in county taxes. Because it s below the effective rate of 36. (Odessa American, TX)
Barrow cities may end patrols by deputies Aug 24, 2009
But the mayors worry that forcing residents to pay both city and county taxes for police protection violates a 1998 state law that prevents governments from charging twice for the same service - whether it's police protection, road maintenance, trash pickup or fire protection. County and city officials still are hammering out a long-delayed, state-mandated plan that details which government will provide which services to which areas, said Commission Chairman Danny Yearwood. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Guest opinion: PSC commissioner responds to legislators Aug 21, 2009
Lewis replied, "County Commissioner Richard Moe did, and John Fitzpatrick, the lobbyist for NorthWestern, supplied the facts.'" Perhaps that is why they focused on county taxes and corporate propaganda rather than their constituents. The MSTI line is not the wind line. (Montana Standard, MT)
Castle Rock police levy fails Aug 20, 2009
Don'tMakeMeComeInThere wrote on Aug 19, 2009 11:21 AM:" inside - Most of us don't even lock our cars so your statement warning us that we are on our own when we are "overrun with violent criminals" is hysterical! I needed a good laugh today. And believe it or not, all those in the Castle Rock and surrounding area pay county taxes as well. And, more importantly, it's usually the sheriff office which shows up to any call for law enforcement. The local force is busy washing cars or harrassing... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Property taxes may come in September Aug 19, 2009
As of todays date, values for Jackson County taxes are at the state level, she said. At this time, I am not able to tell taxpayers exactly when the Auditors office will be receiving the 2008 pay 2009 rates for our county. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Taxpayers won't foot the bill for county parties Aug 13, 2009
"We are trying to be financially prudent in looking to next year's downtown.The proposed budget calls for 5.6 million in property tax revenue, up slightly from the 5.5 million amount in the current budget. About one-quarter of the revenue total comes from property taxes.Taxpayers should note that the county has control over only the county taxes, not the other taxing districts such as cities, schools, cemetery and ambulance. All of the districts' levies add up to the total tax bill property... (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Bannock's levy rate to rise Aug 10, 2009
That means based on 100,000 of taxable value, a homeowner would pay 620 in county taxes. Based on last year's combined levy rate, that would have been 602. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
City to not contribute to Austin County EMS Aug 4, 2009
The city citizens are still paying county taxes (and) the EMS is funded by the county, Coffman said. Council members approved the amended interlocal agreement, but the county never did. (Sealy News, TX)
On sale! Tax-free! Aug 3, 2009
They're counting on this weekend's tax holiday -- when state and county taxes are suspended on numerous items -- and their own discounts to attract consumers hungry for bargains ... In most North Carolina counties, including those in the Triangle, the state and county taxes total 6. (News & Observer)
A $243,434.25 smile comes with tax payment to the city Aug 3, 2009
It represents both the city and county taxes. Halifax County has taken over the tax collection chores for the city. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Prosecutor 'Offended' by Letter to County Offices Jul 29, 2009
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County taxes may increase Jul 29, 2009
The Colorado County Citizen. Tuesday, July 28, 2009. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
Your county taxes may be spent more locally soon Jul 26, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Thursday. Sunday, July 26, 2009. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
No progress on new tax breaks for Hotel Utica Jul 24, 2009
It s currently late on its 2009-10 city taxes ($89,887), 2008-09 school taxes ($116,556) and had not paid county taxes as of the April 1 deadline in 2008 or 2009, according to city records. County officials could not be reached Thursday to determine whether property taxes were paid after that. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
...international money-laundering conspiracy Jul 24, 2009
You pay road tolls, property taxes, county taxes, state taxes. There are still pot holes, poor schools. (The Drudge Report)
Palm Beach County commissioners expected to give initial OK to a 14.8 percent increase in property taxes Jul 22, 2009
At that rate, the owner of a $250,000 home with a $50,000 homestead exemption would pay about $870 in county taxes next year, up $114 from this year's bill. That calculation assumes that the home's appraised value would rise by 0. (The Palm Beach Post)
Your views: A matter of health Jul 19, 2009
Growing up in Texas, I recall that county taxes paid for a fine charity hospital where all residents could receive essential medical care. The doctors in town provided rotating pro-bono care to indigents as a part of their civic duty. (Florida Today)
Will Hamilton County roll back the rollback? Jul 17, 2009
Sigman said commissioners will be presented with options for preserving the rollback, including an increase in other county taxes and additional general fund cuts. We need to do everything we can to keep that rollback in place. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Cooper Green will have access to funds Jul 17, 2009
will have access to an account established to hold Jefferson County taxes earmarked for an indigent care fund following a Thursday agreement between the county and a patient who filed a lawsuit against the municipality. The hospital has cut its budget by 10 percent this year and trimmed employee workweeks to 32 hours after the county s occupational taxes were ruled unlawful in the spring. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
California Focus: Voters detest new taxes? Not always Jul 16, 2009
The same thing is now happening to the county taxes as the State borrrows, rad steals, local money for their bad budgets. Be careful on even the local taxes you vote for. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Volusia budget proposal would not slash services Jul 14, 2009
Among other county taxes, the fire services tax rate -- which is paid by property owners in the unincorporated area as well as in Lake Helen, Oak Hill and Pierson -- would go down by about 22 cents per $1,000 of taxable value. The tax rate for the unincorporated area municipal services district -- a major contributor to the Sheriff's Office budget -- would go up by that amount. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
County readies for some bleak years ahead Jul 11, 2009
Commissioners said their goal was to try to bring county taxes to the level where they were two years ago when commissioners raised taxes to the maximum 12 mills to pay for the Technical Education Center for the Gillette College. The surplus revenues this year were budgeted to pay the debt on the new Recreation Center and to replenish some county reserves. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Saucy soiree Jul 11, 2009
He added that the public knows how important TomatoFest is to the community and that the outcome of its failure would be an increase in county taxes. A portion of proceeds from TomatoFest goes to nine food pantries in Auburn and surrounding communities. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Communities bugged by cuts to mosquito control Jul 5, 2009
"We're funded by county taxes, but by the end of last month, I'd blown through my whole chemical budget," said Chastant, a veteran mosquito fighter from Beaumont, Texas. "And we're just now hitting the mosquito season.". (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Economic impact of rebuilding helps Taum Sauk counties Jul 2, 2009
In 2006, county taxes for the Taum Sauk facility came to 732,709. 96. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Ward has history of property tax problems Jul 1, 2009
97 in county taxes, $495 ... 61 in county taxes, $434 ... 61 in county taxes, $434. (Erie Times-News, PA)
LETTER: Working people pay to balance public budgets Jun 25, 2009
A very well written article appeared on the Opinions page of the JG/T-C Monday, June 15, concerning the Douglas County taxes being increased at a time when income is being decreased if a person is lucky enough to still have a job. An ambitious person will buy a less than ideal home, spend his weekends and evenings creating a decent, habitable home in which to house his family, only to be devastated by a tremendous tax bill the following year. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Milton School Board approves tax hike Jun 25, 2009
I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE Daniel Butler, a second grade student at Montandon Elementary School, was selected as June Citizen of the Month and led the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of Tuesdays Milton Area School District School board meeting. Principal Brian Parise stood behind Butler during the pledge. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Time to settle tax fight, judge tells Gwinnett, cities Jun 16, 2009
Chief Judge David E. Barrett, of the Enotah Judicial Circuit, said he has proposed two options to get Gwinnett County and its 15 cities to iron out an agreement detailing how much city residents pay in county taxes and to what services they are entitled. Recent headlines. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Talks stall between Gwinnett County and cities Jun 5, 2009
And that won t happen until it settles a dispute with its 15 municipalities over how much city residents should pay in county taxes. A state-mandated service agreement has languished in negotiations since early March, when the old covenant expired. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Commission: Its business as usual now Jun 5, 2009
Commissioners briefed Sancher earlier this week on decisions they made to lower the county taxes in his absence. I did have a pretty healthy dialogue with the commissioners last Monday and Tuesday and I think we are on the same page, Sancher said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Readers Write Jun 3, 2009
Before Sandy Springs became a city, they were charged county taxes for their community through a Special Services District. This money and other tax dollars over the years paid for building roads, parks, sidewalks and the infrastructure Sandy Springs has today. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
County establishes tax abatement guidelines (98) Jun 1, 2009
The abatement of county taxes will be allowed in reinvestment zones established by the city only for new value added for manufacturing facilities, corporate offices, research parks, resort hotels and conference centers, and advanced technology facilities. In order to qualify for abatement, the minimum investment for a new facility is 5 million and the minimum for an existing business that is expanding is 2. (Boerne Star, TX)
Voters to weigh annexation Tuesday Jun 1, 2009
City taxes are about 5 percent higher than county taxes, Bulman said, but the increase goes back to tax equality and paying for the services they re using. City or county, Bulman doesn t think most residents will notice a difference day to day. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Gwinnett won't vote on property tax hike May 29, 2009
Currently, the county and its 15 cities are under a court order to negotiate which services it will provide to cities and how much city residents should pay in county taxes. But those talks have stalled. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Hawaii again has priciest gas in U.S. May 29, 2009
Moreover, state and county taxes may rise this summer, hitting consumers who've already cut back spending because of the economic downturn. Prices in all counties have been going up, with a gallon of regular crossing the $3 a gallon threshold on Maui yesterday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mayor, council endorse wind turbine project May 28, 2009
Councilman Dave Sowers, who invited officials from US WindForce to the council meeting, said it was time for the city to formally back a $125 million project that will generate an average of $432,000 in annual county taxes, create 150 construction and six permanent jobs, and help further the national movement toward green renewable energy. Mineral County Development (Authority) is pushing 'green, green, green,' Sowers said. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
County value tops $1 billion May 28, 2009
Marathon pays one-third of county taxes. Park Countys top 10 taxpayers for 2008 provided 52 percent of total valuation, or 406 million. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Adhering to the party line May 23, 2009
To this same end, what none of them has stated is that, unlike every other retirement community, Ryderwood s entire infrastructure (water, sewer, streets, alleys and the four million dollar grant for sewer repairs) is paid for by federal, state and county taxes. Additionally, they don t seem to want anyone to know that Ryderwood receives extra services that other taxpayers in the county don t (gravel pile, yearly grading of the alleys, removal of leaves in the winter, etc. (Longview Daily News, WA)
More of this story May 20, 2009
You cannot use county taxes to run your operations, he said. You have to use sales tax. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lawsuit coming over alleged school bus assaults May 15, 2009
Intellegence wrote on May 12, 2009 10:04 AM:" I feel real bad for this girl. But now that there is $700,000, GET READY FOR YOU COUNTY TAXES TO INCREASE TO PAY OFF THIS MONEY. WHERE ELSE DO YOU THINK THE MONEY IS COMING FROM, THE SCHOOL BUDGET?? LOL, DON'T MAKE ME LAUGH. WE ALL NOW HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS. ". Ignorance Breeds wrote on May 12, 2009 9:58 AM:" I can't believe there are those on here who think this young girl is doing this solely for the money or that she has no entitlement- the creeps... (Munster Times, IN)
Do Forest Service fee increases look fair? May 14, 2009
" What list is that David? None of them we know lives on the Rocky Point lots. And even if that were the case, should they be charged nearly four times what neighbors on fee simple, unrestricted, lots pay in county taxes? Fair's fair, and in this one our government isn't. ". Fisherman wrote on May 12, 2009 8:28 PM:" The USDA, Forest Service, needs to read their own goals, one of which says that they are to provide outdoor recreation experiences for families. Most of these cabins do not have... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Nevada lawmakers consider 'ugly list' for finding revenue May 9, 2009
Assemblyman Pete Goicoechea says there's no consensus among the core group members, who are considering ideas such as temporarily redirecting part of county taxes to the state. Goicoechea says he's struggling with that plan because the budget can't be balanced "on the backs of the counties.". (KRNV.com, NV)
Sheikh seeks zoning shift May 8, 2009
The change in assessment means the property would generate $335,340 in city, school and Saratoga County taxes this year, compared to $143,087 under its former assessment, Popolizio said. Darley has until May 26 to contest the new tax price. (Albany Times Union)
Reassessing the land of the underassessed May 7, 2009
" Actually, some are. The state Supreme Court kicked this issue back to county Common Pleas Judge R. Stanton Wettick Jr. to set the date by which the countywide reassessment must be completed. The county solicitor is scheduled to meet with the judge this morning and the Onorato team hopes to find some common ground. "We may be allies with him in this," Mr. Onorato's spokesman, Kevin Evanto, said. Judge Wettick didn't care for the county's "base year" system, which is common throughout the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gwinnett County, cities to continue tax talks Apr 28, 2009
Negotiations continue this week between Gwinnett County and its 15 municipalities to craft a plan that would minimize overlapping services and establish how much city residents should pay in county taxes. After three days of formal mediation, representatives from both sides left the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawerenceville Friday without an agreement but expressing optimism with the process. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Fire debate: Who owns the trucks? Apr 10, 2009
Just a bit confused wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:18 PM:" Do the county officials not realize that city taxpayers pay county taxes as well? It seems like city residents are getting the raw end of this deal. ". Tapped-out Taxpayer wrote on Oct 13, 2008 2:32 PM:" While there are some valid points raised by both sides of the fire protection coverage argument, from the viewpoint of a city dweller, it seems that the rural county residents (those outside of the city limits) are getting a much better end of... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
News briefs: Shooting now a homicide as 1 of 3 victims dies Apr 9, 2009
County taxes can be dropped off at drive-up. The Fresno County Tax Collector will offer a drive-up location to drop off property-tax payments Friday, the last day to pay without a penalty. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Letter: Paying taxes literally very difficult to do Apr 7, 2009
Other Articles in this Category. Most Commented Stories. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Home values are upside-down Apr 6, 2009
Steve Wilson Ray and Lisa Mannion asked that their Wake County taxes be reduced but were denied. RALEIGH Home owners historically have been comforted in knowing that the property taxes they pay have been based on a tax valuation that is, in many cases, below the actual market value of their house. (Triangle Business Journal)
The Freedom of Home Rule Apr 4, 2009
Under charter government, the county could enact such a policy which would please local vendors who pay county taxes. Charter government is not complicated. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
