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Page 16, PGA C.A.N.! September 2022 September 2022
Tax Talk

Dear Friends: Who Can Answer Your If you need more information, see the chart below for
As we near the end of contact information to point you in the right direction.
summer and the kids have Property Tax Questions?
gone back to school, it is And The Winners Are …
time for property tax season When it comes to property taxes, multiple agencies have
to begin with the mailing roles in how these taxes are determined, distributed, and In June, I asked for your feedback via an online survey
of the property tax TRIM challenged. It can be somewhat difficult knowing which to let me know what you like about my monthly newsletter,
(Truth In Millage) notices agency does what and who can help with your specific issue Tax Talk, and what I can do to improve it. I received a
sent to each property owner. or question. To help, here is some information that may help tremendous response with valuable feedback that I and my
These TRIM notices, sent clarify the potential confusion: staff are reviewing. As promised, three lucky winners were
by the property appraiser • Property Appraiser: This agency determines the randomly selected to receive a prize pack containing a
in August, provide value of your property as of Jan. 1 of each year. All valid variety of branded Palm Beach County Tax collector items.
homeowners with their estimated property taxes for exemptions, classifications, and assessment limitations So, congratulations to Kani Nicodemus, Ali Roth and
this year. It also signifies the beginning of the annual determine a property’s taxable value. The notice of proposed Jeffrey Ullman, who have been notified of their winnings
property tax season, which means my office is in high taxes, or TRIM notice, is issued by this office and sends these and have received their prize packs. Congratulations to the
gear preparing for this year’s tax season. With more than notices to property owners in August. winners and thank you all for participating in our survey.
609,000 property tax bills to send out on Nov. 1, we are • Locally elected Governing Boards: Elected officials
busy preparing for this annual event. in each jurisdiction set the millage, or tax rate for the
If you are a new resident or new homeowner in Palm upcoming fiscal year. Some examples of governing boards
Beach County, I encourage you to visit our website at include the county, the municipalities, school board,
www.pbctax.com for detailed information about property children’s services, etc.
taxes so you are prepared once you receive your bill • Clerk and Comptroller: This agency is responsible for
in November. Until then, enjoy the remaining days of operation of the value adjustment board (VAB). A taxpayer
summer and the Labor Day holiday weekend. may file a petition with the VAB if they dispute the property
Sincerely, appraiser’s assessment, classification, or exemption status
Anne M. Gannon, for their property.
Constitutional Tax Collector, • Tax Collector: Our agency mails tax bills, collects
Serving Palm Beach County the payments, and sells tax certificates on properties with
delinquent taxes. Once the tax payments are collected, our
Tool Time office ensures the fair distribution of the funds to the local
governments and taxing authorities.
If your Labor Day weekend plans include home
improvement projects, you are in luck! The Tool Who do I contact for… Agency Information
Time Sales Tax holiday, Sept. 3 to 9, is the perfect Paying my current property taxes or delinquent property tax? Constitutional Tax Collector, serving Palm Beach County
time to purchase some new power tools for that home Getting a copy of my property tax bill? www.pbctax.com
improvement project on your to-do list. Perhaps you
need to replace your old work boots. If studying for an Changing my name or address on my property tax bill? Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
industry certification is in your plans, the good news is Adding or changing an exemption, like homestead? www.pbcgov.org/papa
that industry textbooks and code books are included in A specific tax or assessment question? Locally elected Governing Boards/Taxing or Levying
the sales tax holiday! Why are my tax rates so high? Authorities (See the phone number listed on your tax bill)
During this seven-day sales tax holiday period, Challenging the property value, classification, or exemption Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller
some of the items included are toolboxes, hand tools, status of your property? www.mypalmbeachclerk.com
power tools, textbooks and much more! For a full list of
qualifying items visit the Florida Department of Revenue
site at www.floridarevenue.com/taxes/tips/ and select Tip
#22A01-09 under the Sales and Use Tax section. Prepare
your shopping list and take advantage of the tax savings!
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