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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Tax Rate?   The tax rate for FY2011 is $12.60 per one thousand of assessed value. To calculate your taxes using this rate use the following formula:
Taxes = Assessed Value  X  .01260

Additional information regarding tax rates can be found at:  taxrates.

2. What is Personal Property Tax?    A complete description of Personal Property Tax can be found at:  personal_property.

3. How are Real Estate values calculated?   Real property values represent the market value of the property on January 1st. The assessed value for FY2012 should be the market value of the property on January 1, 2011. Additional information is available at: real estate.

4. How do I obtain an excise abatement?    Excise abatement procedures and forms are available at:  excise.

5. How do I know if I am eligible for a personal exemption.  There are many different exemptions available.  Personal exemptions are designed to aid disabled Veterans, elderly and senior taxpayers, blind individuals, and surviving spouses and minor children. Additional information is available at: exemptions.

6. Can I review my property assessment online? Yes, detailed assessment information about each property is available at: Assessinfo.