The treasurer's office is used by taxpayers, state agencies, lending institutions and realty companies, to name a few. The treasurer's office provides easy access to tax and real estate records throughout the year to anyone who requests that information.
DUTIES
-Technically, tax season begins January 1, when taxes become due; however, treasurers begin preparations months in advance. By December, when all the new year's mill levies and valuations are compiled, tax season officially begins. The county treasurers then send out a tax statement to every property owner in their county. The main responsibility of the treasurer is to collect and disburse the tax money paid by property and mobile home owners. This tax money stays in the county in which it is collected and is a major funding source for school districts, fire districts, cities, townships and other government entities.
-Treasurers are responsible for keeping track of all property taxes. After March 1, unpaid taxes become delinquent and are subject to penalty. Foreclosure on property takes place after 5 years.Tax season is a major responsibility, but it constitutes only a portion of the treasurer's duties. They also act as accountants and financial managers, by receiving all revenue paid to the county and balancing accounts daily. They apportion the revenues to the appropriate funds, collect fees and fines for all county offices and act as custodians of special funds.
-Investments and banking are a big part of the treasurer's duties. They try to get the best rate of return and still have funds available when needed by the county.
-Treasurers are responsible for keeping track of all property taxes. After March 1, unpaid taxes become delinquent and are subject to penalty. Foreclosure on property takes place after 5 years.Tax season is a major responsibility, but it constitutes only a portion of the treasurer's duties. They also act as accountants and financial managers, by receiving all revenue paid to the county and balancing accounts daily. They apportion the revenues to the appropriate funds, collect fees and fines for all county offices and act as custodians of special funds.
-Investments and banking are a big part of the treasurer's duties. They try to get the best rate of return and still have funds available when needed by the county.
Treasurers are elected to four-year terms on a nonpartisan ballot during November elections and they officially assume duties in May. The salary is set by state statute and is based on the population of the county.
