What special assessments are collected in the city?
The city collects an ambulance and garbage assessment on the July tax bill. They are flat rate assessments. All residential properties were assessed $21.00 for ambulance services, and improved residential property was assessed a garbage assessment of $126.00, in 2011. These rates may vary as the city's costs to obtain these services is based upon contractual services provided to the city by VAAS and Waste Management.
What is the City's current millage rate?
Fiscal Year 2012 City of Vassar millage rate was reduced to 17mills in July 2011.
How can I apply for deferment of penalty and interest on my July taxes?
According to state law, certain individuals qualify for deferment of penalty and interest on the July tax bill. These individuals must meet specific requirements, which are defined by the state law. An application for deferment must be filed with the city treasurer's office, on or before Sept. 14th each year. For additional information, please see the Tax Deferment FAQ item on the previous webpage.
What is the penalty and interest rate charged after July 31st?
If a property tax is not paid, or postmarked on or before July 31st, we will automatically collect a 3% penalty. An additional 1/2% interest will be added for each month the parcel remains unpaid. [i.e.: Aug. penalty & interest = 3.5%; Sept. penalty & interest = 4%; Oct. penalty & interest = 4.5%, etc.]
When are property taxes collected in the City?
Property taxes are due twice per year. The first tax bill is issued on July 1st and must be paid on or before July 31st. Taxes paid after the due date will be assessed penalty and interest. The second tax bill is issued on December 1st and is due on or before, February 28th of the following year.
What are the current sewer rates for commercial accounts?
$.0073 per gallon used, along with a $8.45 per month Readiness to Serve charge for the use of the services provided by the city's sewer system.
What are the standby charges are charged in addition to usage rates?
These rates vary according to the meter size. For additional information contact city hall.
What are the current water rates for commercial accounts?
$1.65 per 1,000 gallons for the first 20,000 gallons/month
$1.15 per 1,000 gallons for the next 200,000 gallons/month
$0.52 per 1,000 gallons for all gallons over 220,000 gallons/month
What is the amount of a commercial utility bill per month?
Commercial utility accounts are metered and the amount of their monthly utility bill will vary according to the size of their meter as well as the quantity of gallons of water used each month. In addition to usage fees, there is a standby charge established by city ordinance for the use of and for the services supplied by the city's water system.
What is the amount of a residential utility bill per month?
The current (FY 2012) utility bill rate is $53.60, which is a flat rate billing amount each month. This monthly total is split among three enterprise funds as follows: $14.00 - Water Fund; $36.60 - Sewer Fund; and $3.00 - Stormwater Management Fund.
When do I have to pay the deferred summer taxes?
Payment is due no later than February 28 (MCL 211.44(3)). Interest and penalty payments are not assessed for the deferment period.
Michigan Dept. of Treasury publication 12/27/06)
Who reviews and approves the tax deferment form?
Your local treasurer will review the submitted tax deferment forms for completeness. If you are requesting a summer tax deferment, you will be responsible for determining that you qualify for the deferment. If the form contains any misleading or false statements, the property owner may be subject to penalties for on the taxes deferred.
Where do I file a summer property tax deferment form?
As the property owner, you must file your deferment form with your local treasurer and should keep a copy for your records.
Can I get a summer tax deferment for all properties that I own?
You can defer the summer taxes on only your principal residence. You are required to pay the summer taxes for all other properties that you own in a timely manner
What is included in total household income for purposes of summer property tax deferment?
Household income is the total income (taxable and nontaxable) of both spouses or of a single person maintaining a household. It is the sum of adjusted gross income (AGI) plus all income exempt or excluded from AGI.
Can I defer payment of my summer property tax?
An owner of eligible property may file a completed summer property tax deferment form with his or her city treasurer by September 15. A valid deferment permits summer property taxes to be paid by February 28 without any additional penalty or interest.