February2013
Dear Friend:
Please join me at the Community Forum for Individuals with Disabilities on February 19 at 6 p.m. at the Palm Beach Habilitation Center. Come learn about new laws affecting driver licenses, disabled person parking permits, and wheelchair and disabled veteran license plates. Information packets will be available to all participants. The center is located at 4522 South Congress Avenue in Lake Worth.
For more information about the event, please call 561-965-8500 or email .
JUSTICE BARBARA PARIENTE HOSTS SWEARING IN CEREMONY
On January 7, I was honored to be sworn in for another 4-year term by a mentor and friend, Florida Supreme Court Justice Barbara Pariente. I want to thank my supporters and friends who joined us for this intimate ceremony in the County Commission chambers. Your joining me for this special occasion means a lot to me. I pledge to continue to focus on providing excellent customer service, sustaining operational efficiencies, employing innovative management practices and maintaining an emphasis on strong fiscal accountability.
WEBSITE IMPROVEMENTS
Coming soon to a computer near you! We are working on an improved website to bring our customers more user-friendly features. Changes will make it easier to search and find information. Other improvements include text size options, a new home page format, and reduced content. Stay tuned for more details and for the official launch date!
PAY PROPERTY TAXES QUARTERLY
Did you know you can spread out your property tax payments into four quarterly installments? All you need to do is sign up for the Installment Payment Plan. You can complete the application online at or at any of our service centers.The plan gives you a 3 percentor higher discount on your taxes. The deadline to enroll for the 2013 tax year is April 30, 2013.
LAST CHANCE FOR DISCOUNT
Pay your property taxes in February and receive 1 percent discount. All payments must be postmarked, paid online, or processed in person at our Service Centers by February 28. There is no discount in March. All property taxes must be paid by April 1, 2013.
PICK UP YOUR 2013 TAX PLANNER & SERVICES GUIDE
Read about new changes for driver licenses, registrations, permits and more in our annual Tax Planner & Services Guide. This complete resource guide also has valuable information for property owners and business owners in addition to a handy 2013 monthly calendar. View it online at pick one up at a Service Center.You’ll find important dates, useful tips, and frequently asked questions. If you’d like a large quantity of guides for your neighbors or community, email ith the number of guides you need.
SEND ME YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS
You’ve worked hard to make a positive impact in your community, and I want to hear your stories. Email me your community newsletters at r mail your newsletter to me at the address below. I enjoy opportunities to meet with and speak to community groups about our services including tax collections, driver licenses & registrations, or helpful tips to save your hard-earned money. Email me at o schedule a time.
COLLECTORS GIVING BACK
In December, I presented Penny Westberry and Carrie Kufta of Komen South Florida with a donation of $5,000. The money was collected throughout 2012 as part of our office’s dress down fund, which employees may donate to in exchange for the opportunity to dress casually on Fridays. The office also registered a team and hosted fundraisers for the South Florida Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on January 26.
The Lord’s Place, our other dress down charity, was given more than 100 cleaning supplies donated by our selfless employees through our Angel Tree program. The supplies go directly to families affected by homelessness.
Remember, the deadline to submit the homestead, veterans, widow/widower, senior, or disability exemption with the Property Appraiser is fast approaching. Visit to download the necessary form and submit it by March 1. Also, keep in mind that our offices will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day on Monday, February 18. However, you may visit our website to pay your taxes or renew registrations at .
Sincerely,
Anne
Anne M. Gannon
Constitutional Tax Collector
Constitutional Tax Collector, Serving Palm Beach County
301 N. Olive Ave, 3rd Floor ▪ West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(561) 355-2264 ▪ ▪