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August 2010

Dear Friend,

Welcome to the August edition of Tax Talk.  This month I am sharing helpful information on the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, the Value Adjustment Board, and the upcoming 2010 Sales Tax Holiday.  Over the next few months I will be showcasing my service centers.  Join me on the journey as I spotlight the Palm Beach Gardens Service Center.  

It’s Coming . . ., the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes

Most people ignore the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, not realizing its significance.  The Property Appraiser sends property owners the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, also referred to as a Truth In Millage (TRIM) Notice.  The TRIM Notice is important because it identifies the deadline and provides instructions for filing a challenge to your proposed property values.  Read more>.

What is the VAB?

The Value Adjustment Board settles disputes between taxpayers and the Property Appraiser.  Taxpayers receive notification in August of their properties assessed and market values in the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, also called the Truth In Millage (TRIM) Notice.  A taxpayer may file a petition with the VAB if he/she feels the Property Appraiser's assessment, classification or exemption status for their property is not correct.  Read more>

In the Spotlight:  The Palm Beach Gardens Service Center

I am excited to spotlight the Palm Beach Gardens Service Center this month!  This location provides many diverse services, such as processing over 13,000 motor vehicle transactions each month, collecting Property Tax payments, issuing Local Business Tax Receipts, and selling the SunPass Mini.  Read more>

Are You Ready for the 2010 Sales Tax Holiday?

Don’t forget Florida’s three day Sales Tax Holiday begins August 13 and ends August 15.  Books, clothing, footwear, wallets, and book bags costing less than $50 and school supplies under $10 will be tax-free during the tax-free holiday.  Read more>

Library Advocate Honored

Paul Clark is passionate about his work at the Clay County Library System and it shows.  Last spring Clark diligently advocated at the Capital to lawmakers not to cut library spending.  Read more>

Tax Collector Reminders for August

Important dates to remember in the month of August.  Read more>

Sincerely,

Anne M. Gannon

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