Page 10 - Boca Exposure - December '20

Page 10, Boca Exposure
From The Desk Of Palm Beach County

Vice Mayor Robert S. Weinroth:

211 Palm Beach And Other Resources You Can Turn To

Robert Weinroth, a former pandemic fatigue, depression and isolation. Being • Parks and Recreation
member of the Boca Raton outdoors can offer an emotional boost and help you feel • Environmental Resources Department
City Council, was elected less tense, stressed, angry or depressed.* Reach out to someone you know who may need some
as a Palm Beach County Moreover, by allowing plenty of space between company and explore the beauty of nature that abounds
Commissioner to replace you and others, outdoor activities pose a lower risk of in our area.
Steven Abrams, who spreading the COVID-19 virus than indoor activities. 211 Palm Beach. While it may be a difficult time,
retired due to term limits Palm Beach County offers over 8,000 acres of parks we will get through this together. If you or someone you
requirements. and 31,000 acres of natural areas with lots of amenities know is in need of assistance concerning mental issues
Hope is on the horizon that feature mostly free or low-cost getaways right in our such as depression, 211 Palm Beach is a valuable local
w ith the CO V ID -19 own backyard. resource. It’s a confidential community helpline and crisis
vaccines expected to be From our pristine eastern beaches to the western hotline providing immediate guidance and support.
available soon. However, Everglades region, there are wonderful and unique 211 Palm Beach offers an array of support and
we must remain vigilant while we continue to mitigate options worth exploring. Activities include canoeing/ assistance, including information, assessment, advocacy,
the virus’s spread and follow the recommendations of the kayaking, nature trails, fishing, exercise courses/stations, referral and linkage to appropriate community agencies.
medical professionals: disc golf, pickleball courts, skate parks, water skiing, They also provide telephone counseling, crisis
• Avoid the three Cs: crowded places, close-contact walking trails and so much more. intervention, and suicide prevention. As the central
settings and confined/enclosed places The county’s Environmental Resources Management gateway to health and human services, 211 collects,
• Frequent handwashing Department manages over 31,000 acres of conservation maintains and provides up-to-date resource information
• Facial coverings lands, the county’s last wild places, that are open from via phone, text, email, website, printed guides and
One advantage of living in Palm Beach County is our sunrise to sunset. The natural areas offer passive, nature- directories.
wonderful sunny weather. Seeking enjoyable outdoor based activities, such as hiking, bird watching and Please have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving, and
activities may be even more important now. environmental education. feel free to contact my office if you require assistance
Unfortunately, with the holidays coming and the There are also volunteer opportunities in the county’s at:rweinroth@pbcgov.org or (561) 355-2204.
pandemic still upon us, many of us are experiencing parks and natural areas. More details can be found at: *Source: www.mayoclinic.org.
Tax Talk

Thank you for the honor Save Money In December ‒ Payment 3: Payment due December 31, 2021.
of allowing me to continue to ‒ Payment 4: Payment due March 31, 2022.
serve as your constitutional Save money by taking advantage of the 3 percent We are currently accepting applications for the 2021 property
tax collector. I am grateful discount available in December. A 2 percent discount is tax season now through April 30. Enrollment is complete when
for your overwhelming available in January and 1 percent discount is available in your first installment payment is received during the month of
confidence and trust. As February. There is no discount for payments made in March. June. Apply online at www.pbctax.com.
I begin my fifth term, I You will also save money if you pay using eCheck instead
remain focused on the of a credit card. Unlike credit cards which charge a 2.4 percent Ask Anne: Can You Please
health of our employees convenience fee, our eCheck payment option is free!
and public as we continue Explain Digital Driver
to provide essential services 2020 Property Tax Season
during the pandemic. Licenses And What Changes
Most common transactions with our office can be Update We Can Expect?
completed online at www.pbctax.com. You can also find
answers to many common questions. I urge you to visit I am pleased to share a few quick facts about 2020
our website first. Pay online – it’s safe, fast and simple! property taxes. Anne: Florida will soon become one of the first states to
Avoid paying credit card convenience fees by using Quick Facts 2020 2019 offer digital driver licenses and identification cards through a
eCheck, our free online payment option. Total amount billed $4,371,508,071.09 smartphone app. Digital licenses and IDs are optional and are
A quick reminder our offices will be closed Thursday, $4,263,437,743.53 considered a valid form of identification.
Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25 for the holidays. Bills mailed by Tax Collector’s Office It is important to understand that your physical driver license
Wishing you a peaceful holiday season, 638,281 635,557 or ID will not be replaced. The new digital format complements
Anne M. Gannon, Total number of parcels traditional driver licenses/ID cards, allowing Florida residents
Constitutional Tax Collector, 704,434 701,292 to provide proof of their identity and driving privileges from a
Serving Palm Beach County For a list of Palm Beach County’s top 10 property mobile device. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and
taxpayers, please visit www.pbctax.com. Motor Vehicles reports the program will be rolled out in 2021.
Pay Smart. Pay Online. Consider Enrolling In Our Important Dates And

This year pay smart by paying online at www.pbctax.
com. When you pay online, you’re using the safest, Installment Payment Plan For Deadlines
easiest and fastest way to pay. Most online payments are
processed in just one to three days. Compare that to mailed 2021 Dec. 24-25 Offices closed for holidays
payments which can take up to 15 days to process, not Dec. 31 December installment payment due
including U.S. Postal Service delivery and handling time. Plan ahead for 2021 by enrolling in our budget-friendly Dec. 31 Last day to receive 3 percent property tax
The deadline to pay 2020 property tax is March 31, installment payment plan. You will make quarterly payments discount
2021. Property taxes become delinquent April 1, 2021. and receive a discount slightly under 4 percent. Our plan divides Born in February? Registrations
Don’t wait. Pay online today! your tax payments into four installments. expire at midnight on your birthday.
Installment Payment Plan Schedule Renew 90 days in advance at www.
– Payment 1: Payment due June 30, 2021. pbctax.com.
‒ Payment 2: Payment due September 30, 2021.

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