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1. How are real estate values calculated?

Real property values represent the market value of the property on January 1st, ie what the property would likely sell for if put on the open market.  Additional information is available at our real estate page.

2. 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 our Exemption Guidelines and Forms page.

3. How do I obtain an excise abatement?

Excise abatements are warranted when a vehicle is sold, traded, or donated within the year, or has been registered in another state.

General information required for an abatement is based on “what happened to the car” and “what happened to the plate.” 

Details can be found on our Motor Vehicle Excise page.

4. What is the personal property tax?

The Personal Property tax is levied principally on businesses and is based upon the non-real estate, tangible assets.

A complete description of Personal Property Tax can be found at our Personal Property page.

5. Does this years bill include the debt exclusion for the new Kennedy Middle School or the Fire Station?

No, the FY2019 bills do not include the debt exclusion for the new Kennedy Middle School or the new Fire Station.  However, this bill does include past debt exclusions for the Community Senior Center, High School, and Wilson Middle School.

6. What is the tax rate?

The tax rate for fiscal year 2019 is $12.71 per $1,000 of assessed value. To calculate your taxes using this rate use the following formula:

Taxes = Assessed Value x 0.01271

Additional information regarding tax rates can be found at: our Tax Rate History page.