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State of the Office
Greetings,
I want to thank you for taking the time to read through our 2014 Annual Report. The purpose of the Tax Commissioner’s Annual Report is to help fulfill our mission at the HCTC Office; Provide Henry County citizens excellent customer service by helping them understand and meet their responsibilities while applying the tax law with integrity.
While using trend analysis, we compile the data and compare it statistically to historical results. It is the goal of this office to see Continuous Improvement (CI) in EVERY aspect of this organization. To ensure CI, we
must continue to look for ways to improve efficiencies and effectiveness to stay competitive. While some of you may be thinking, “Who is the competitor of the HCTC Office?” I believe we have several, yet our greatest threat is the Status Quo.
Like death and taxes, change in business is inevitable and often difficult to comprehend. However, it is necessary if your goal is to create a sustainable, competitive organization.
“Good is the enemy of great. And that is one of the key reasons why we have so little that becomes great. We don’t have great schools, principally because we have good schools. We don’t have great government, principally because we have good government. Few people attain great lives, in large part because it is just so easy to settle for a good life.”
- James C. Collins, Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don’t
It will never be the goal of the Henry County Tax Commissioner’s office to be “Good Enough”; our goal is to be “Great”. Whether it’s a reduction in wait times, increased collection rates, convenient locations, ease of use or reducing operating budgets, we are always looking for new and innovative ways to improve your experience with the HCTC office.
Thank you for allowing me to serve you,
David CurryTax Commissioner
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Table of Contents3
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Purpose, Vision, Mission, Goals and Accomplishments
Department of Property Tax
Community in Action
Hotel/Motel Tax
New Kiosk in Ellenwood Kroger
Important Dates
Department of Motor Vehicles
Occupational Tax
Henry County Business Profile
Locations & Hours
Our Mission
Our Core Values
Luella High School students, Haley and Hannah Keller, became the 2nd set of twins to graduate from Luella as valedictorian and salutatorian in the past four years. Principal Jerry Smith’s first year at Luella High saw twins Brennan and Sheldon Scoggins graduate number one and two, and now his first full four year class has another set of twins at the top, Haley and Hannah.
With a class size of 390 students, Hannah graduated as the valedictorian with a 4.71 grade point average (GPA). Haley, who earned the salutatorian title, completed her school year with a 4.70 GPA. They both completed nine advanced placement courses during their time at Luella. They held leadership roles among various clubs and groups at the school including National Honor Society, History Club and Academic Team.
Their work was not limited to their school as they both had hundreds of volunteer hours in the community. From delivering Thanksgiving meals to delivering toys at Christmas time, both twins exemplify a servant’s heart and make us grateful they are Henry County citizens.
They will now go their separate ways as they head to college to pursue their dreams. Haley will be attending Covenant College and plans to study English with a Master in Arts of Teaching. Hannah will be going to Mercer University and plans to study history with a Doctorate in Medieval and Renaissance studies.
DID YOU KNOW?
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Purpose Accomplishments
Goals
The Henry County Tax Commissioner, as a duly elected constitutional officer, is responsible for billing, collecting and disbursing all monies levied as taxes for the County, School System, Water and Sewerage Authority and City of McDonough as well as the State of Georgia, as well as collecting fees for the cities of Henry County.
Property taxes, motor vehicle taxes, mobile home taxes, timber taxes and heavy duty equipment taxes are collected and disbursed. Additionally, this office collects excise taxes from the sale of alcohol, distribution of alcohol, hotel/motel rentals and Occupational Tax for businesses operating within the unincorporated area of the county.
The Tax Commissioner serves as the Ex-Officio Sheriff, assuming the total responsibility for collection of delinquent taxes.
VISIONHenry County Tax Commissioner’s Office:The Premier Tax Commissioner’s Office in Georgia.
MISSIONProvide Henry County citizens excellent customer service by helping them understand and meet their responsibilities while applying the tax law with integrity
• Continued to participate in the new GRATIS (Georgia Registration and Title Information System)
• Maintained a 98%+ collection rate on all Property Taxes; Real and Personal
• Installed 2 self-service MV kiosks; Main Branch and Kroger at 101 Fairview Rd.
• Added personnel to cut down on wait time for title/tag registration
• Implemented a new employee point system that encourages Employee Involvement/Recognition
• Continue a trend that increases collection rates of all taxes
• Create and Publish the Tax Commissioner’s Annual Report by August 1
• Implement the use of credit cards at the property tax counter
• Install 2 additional Motor Vehicle kiosks; one in Locust Grove area, other in Hampton
• Maintain bilingual employees to help assist citizens • Identify and Implement new programs that help
achieve our MVV
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
I am so very thankful for your staff’s attitude of service and can-do, it was a blessing for me yesterday. We accomplished the task on time before it became very critical for me. – H. Mahew
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Community in Action One of the things that makes Henry County great is the people. Even though the county has grown nearly five percent from 2013 to 2014 it has not lost the feel of a close-knit community that helps those in need. This year, we want to highlight organizations that strive to help those in need in Henry County. Although spotlighting these organizations scratches the surface of all the hard work done in the county, we hope that by showcasing a few, it will inspire and encourage others. The work of these organizations is dependent on outside donors and volunteers. Without strong community support, they would not be able to fulfill their missions. While we are spotlighting these three organizations and the work they do, there are hundreds of generous
people who deserve to share the spotlight with these organizations. From donating food, clothes, time and services, volunteers from our community have a big impact on the lives of the people being helped through a variety of organizations. Again, there are many organizations in Henry County helping people, animals and the environment that we lack the time and space to talk about. We encourage you to find one of these wonderful organizations and support it. Whether it’s through money or time, you can make a difference. Even with these three charities, there will always be needs, but we believe that the great people of Henry County will continue to do as much as possible to help meet those needs.
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Community in Action
HAVEN HOUSE Haven House is a domestic violence shelter and program that opened its doors in Henry County in 1990 and has been caring for women and children ever since. They have totally redefined the images associated with what a shelter looks like and how it operates. Haven House helps shelter women and children of domestic violence while they are being guided through the process of finding legal protection and more permanent housing. Their newest
facility, opened in 2011, can house up to 50 residents at a time and includes a community living room, a lounge for teens and a playroom for younger children. The impact that HH has made is difficult to
A FRIEND’S HOUSE
A Friend’s House, Inc. (AFH) opened nearly 17 years ago with the thought that all children deserve a home in order to provide a sense of security and unconditional love. Since then, it has been a beacon of hope for many Henry County children. In fact, more than 1,880 children have been through AFH since it was founded. AFH is a home for children in crisis, including some who are in the custody of the Department of Family and Children Services. The success of A Friend’s House relies not only on
a great staff, but volunteers from the community as well. During its last fiscal year, AFH saw 226 volunteers from the community donate a total of 5,323 hours! These volunteer hours consisted of answering phones, greeting guests, providing weekend meals and sponsoring outings for the children such as trips to the movies, baseball & football games, bowling and roller skating. The volunteers are essential to helping AFH fulfill their mission. A Friend’s House offers counseling, medical treatment, academic assistance and recreational opportunities to help meet the emotional and physical needs of the children. Henry County alone has over 2,000 cases of child abuse or neglect every year, making the services of AFH invaluable to the county. While the community has stepped up to volunteer, there is always a need. Whether it’s behind the scenes or directly involved with the children, your time can make a world of difference. More information about A Friend’s House can be found at www.afriendshouse.org or by calling 678-432-1630. A Friend’s House is located at 111 Henry Parkway, McDonough, GA 30253.
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Community in Action
PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER
The Pregnancy Resource Center of Henry County has served Henry County for 22 years and is a faith-based, non-profit organization that relies on the support of the community, churches, businesses and individuals. The PRC offers the following services: pregnancy testing, STD/STI testing, limited medical ultrasounds, options counseling, medical referrals, pregnancy loss counseling, parenting classes and referrals for practical
needs. In 2014, the PRC had 2,438 appointment visits and performed 647 pregnancy tests, 413 limited medical ultrasounds, and 30 STD/STI tests. The PRC runs on a small staff, relying heavily on their large group of volunteers from the community. Volunteer roles include client advocate, class teacher, abstinence teacher and even a boutique organizer. In addition to volunteering, the community helps through fundraising events held throughout the year. There is a 5k run/walk in the spring, Baby Bottle Boomerang – where baby bottles are distributed to local businesses for donations and returned to the PRC. There is also a fall fundraising banquet with an inspirational keynote speaker. With the assistance of the community through fundraising and volunteering, the PRC reported that 42 babies were saved in 2014! More information about the Pregnancy Resource Center may be found at www.prchc.org or by calling 770-957-8288. The Pregnacy Resource Center is located at 3834 Jodeco Road, McDonough, GA 30253.
measure because it is about more than just statistics. Some of the highlights from 2014 are: sheltered 316 women and 301 children; assisted 915 new outreach clients; received 3,321 crisis calls on the 24-hour hotline; provided 2,989 rides to transport women and children to school, work, doctor appointments and other activities; filed 677 protection orders to keep families safe; relocated nine families for their safety; provided domestic violence support groups for 74 women; provided 2,649 hours of child care; financially assisted 50 families with deposits and rent for permanent housing; assisted 50 families at risk of being homeless with rent and utility payments. For the past 25 years, Haven House has been
changing lives for the bettter by being a beacon of hope for those in need. The citizens of Henry County continue to play a vital role in the success of Haven House. The community keeps the food pantry stocked, provides newborn gift baskets and school supplies. The largest role the community plays in giving back to HH is through the Haven House Hustle, which is a 5k run/walk. This year the event raised over $17,000! For more information about Haven House please visit www.henryhavenhouse.org, call 770-954-1008 or write to them at PO Box 1150 McDonough, GA 30253.
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Annual Motor Vehicle Transactions
ABOUT
The amount of total revenue collected saw a large increase in 2014, which was the first full year under the new TAVT. Under the new system, the county collects the full amount of each TAVT transaction, although only a small portion is distributed to the county, while the remaining balance goes to the state.
SOURCE: Gratis
-
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
350,000
2010 2011 2012 2013 20142010 2011 2012 2013 2014
300,000
350,000
250,000
200,000
150,000
100,000
50,000
Total motor vehicle transactions such as processing motor vehicle tags, titles and documents.
Number of transactions where tags were issued either through renewals or the issuance of new plates.
Total Revenue Collected
290,058
196,193
$16,951,409
301,543
199,623
$18,725,352
295,848
203,685
$19,181,860
$32,140,322
202,477 205,547
$44,583,979
304,297 296,728
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payment by location
ABOUT
With the addition of the county’s first renewal kiosk in 2014, there are now five convenient ways to renew vehicle registrations. We hope that with additional kiosks being added, citizens will take advantage of being able to avoid any wait times at the office and renew their registrations through the kiosk.
48.89%
45.96%
4.81%0.24%
0.10%5.15%
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Registered Vehicles as of June 2014
65.48%
19.18%
12.34%
2.65% 0.34%
Cars
Trucks
Trailers
Motorcycles
Buses
Cars: 125,984 (65.49%)
Trucks: 36,893 (19.18%)
Trailers: 23,748 (12.34%)
Motorcycles: 5,104 (2.65%)
Buses: 662 (0.34%)
COMPARISON
Henry County registered a total of 192,391 vehicles as of June 30, 2015. In comparison, Clayton County registered 192,602 vehicles, Newton County registered 106,795 vehicles, and Spalding County registered 62,996 vehicles.
Source: Georgia Department of Revenue
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Motor Vehicle Collection & Distribution
ABOUT
Henry County collected a total of $44,583,979 in 2014, which was disbursed to each of these entities as indicated.
$1,043,055
State
$1,611,496Cities
$1,897,991
Water
$10,150,337
School Bond
$17,163,134
School Maintenance & Operation $12,717,966
County
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
All the other government agencies should follow your lead. – A. Biddings
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New Kiosk in Ellenwood
Henry County became one of the first counties in Georgia to participate in the new MVD Self-Service Centers with not one, but two kiosks installed within the past year. With the new kiosks, citizens are able to renew their vehicle registration in as little as 60 seconds. Our first kiosk was installed at the McDonough office, located just inside the lobby of the County Administration Building. The second kiosk was installed in Ellenwood at the Fairview Road Kroger, which was the first Georgia kiosk installed at a retail location. Imagine being able to renew your tag and pick up a gallon of milk at the local grocery store! A benefit of having a MVD Self-Service Center is that citizens who live in one of the networked counties can use any of the participating kiosks, even the ones outside their county. So far, Carroll, Cobb, Rockdale and Walton counties have joined the network along with Henry.
Future plans for the kiosks include being able to renew IRP registrations, pay insurance lapse fees and have more of the surrounding counties join in the network with Henry County. Our plans are to place at least two more kiosks in central locations in Henry County.
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Business Profile: Atlanta Motor Speedway Located on 887 acres in Hampton, Georgia, Atlanta Motor Speedway (AMS) is a 1.54-mile quad-oval track, located just 25 miles south of Atlanta. Since holding its first race in 1960, Atlanta Motor Speedway has become a premiere facility for multiple forms of racing, in addition to a wide range of other events which have included concerts, family gatherings, business conventions and the Georgia State Fair. Each year, Atlanta Motor Speedway plays host to approximately 100,000 race fans, as the NASCAR Sprint
Cup Series makes its annual stop at the storied track. A favorite among drivers, the worn-in surface makes for slick conditions and some of the most competitive racing on the circuit. The track pours hundreds of millions of dollars into the local economy annually, hosting major events throughout the year. To view all upcoming events please visit their website at http://www.atlantamotorspeedway.com/.
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Homestead Exemptions
Code Age Exemption Amount
L1 $15,000 $4,000 $0
CountyState, School M&O
School Bond, WaterL2 62 $20,000
$15,000$4,000$0
School M&O, School BondCounty
StateWater
L3 65 $80,000$15,000FULL
School M&O, School BondCounty, Water
StateL6 68 $120,000
$15,000FULL
School M&O, School BondCounty, Water
StateL9 70 FULL
$15,000FULL
School M&O, School BondCounty, Water
StateL12 Totally Disabled (Under 65) $50,000
$15,000$4,000$0
School M&O, School BondCounty
StateWater
L16 Veterans Disabled (Under 65) $70,465$70,465
School M&O, School BondCounty, Water, State & City
L17 Veterans Disabled 65 $80,000$70,465FULL
School M&O, School BondCity, County, Water
StateL18 Veterans Disabled 68 $120,000
$70,465FULL
School M&O, School BondCity, County, Water
StateL19 Veterans Disabled 70 FULL
$70,465FULL
School M&O, School BondCity, County, Water
StateSS Surviving Spouse (Of Service
Member killed in action)$70,465$70,465
School M&O, School BondCity, Water, State & City
SG Surviving Spouse (Of Peace Officer or Firefighter killed in line of duty)
FULL State, County, School & Water
**NO EXEMPTIONS ALLOWED FOR CITY TAXES WITH THE EXCEPTION OF L16 –L19 VETERANS DISABLED AND SURVIVING SPOUSE
*THE FULL STATE EXEMPTION APPLIES TO THE FIRST 10 ACRES ONLY
EXEMPTION AMOUNTS AND CODES
The Tax Commissioner annually mails new homeowners a booklet that contains important tax information about the following:
• Local and state homestead exemptions
• Preferential and conservation exemptions
• Information about other types of property
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Homestead Exemptions49,533 48,829
47,44646,034 45,332
0
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
ABOUT
Homestead exemptions are available to Henry County residents depending upon their eligibility. The Henry County Tax Commissioner’s office assists residents with determining which exemption will give them the best benefit. Application must be made in order to receive an exemption. While applications are accepted year round, the deadline for filing homestead exemption for the current tax year is April 1st.
Chart represents total number of exemptions.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
• Wonderful Staff! – K. Elder
• Very courteous and very kind. – S. Adams
• Your staff was very nice, helpful and professional. – J. Heath
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Mobile Homes in Parks
ABOUT
Mobile homes located on property where the mobile home owners do not own the land are categorized as personal property. When the mobile home owners own the land and the mobile home, they are categorized as real property or residential.
SOURCE: Henry County Tax Assessor, Annual Tax Digest and Thomson-Reuters.
Total amount of taxes collected
Total number of mobile homes locatedwithin parks
1,260
1,280
1,300
1,320
1,340
1,360
1,380
1,400
1,420
1,440
1,460
$-
$50,000.00
$100,000.00
$150,000.00
$200,000.00
$250,000.00
$300,000.00
$350,000.00
2019 2029 2039 2049 20592010 2011 20132012 2014
1,433
$331,231
1,406
$325,388
1,377
$278,392
1,341
$270,022
1,328
$248,311
1,260
1,280
1,300
1,320
1,340
1,360
1,380
1,400
1,420
1,440
1,460
$-
$50,000.00
$100,000.00
$150,000.00
$200,000.00
$250,000.00
$300,000.00
$350,000.00
2019 2029 2039 2049 2059
Collected
# of MH
$350,000
$300,000
$250,000
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
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Parcel Categories
Residential 67%
Commercial 20%
Industrial 8%
Utility 3%
Agricultural, Preferential and Conservation 2%
Figures listed above are from the 2014 tax digest year. Properties not considered residential are categorized as either commercial, industrial, utility, agricultural, conservation, or preferential. The figures above reflect the percentage of the total digest value by categories.
Source: 2014 Tax Digest
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
Henry County employees are the best in my opinion. I’ve lived in three other counties and they cannot compare to Henry. – A. Hammonds
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Net Assessed Property Values
Keep up the good work and professionalism. This is a great example of Henry County.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
$-
$1,000,000,000
$2,000,000,000
$3,000,000,000
$4,000,000,000
$5,000,000,000
$6,000,000,000
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
ABOUT
This five-year history reflects 40 percent net assessed values of property (real, personal, motor vehicle, etc.) less exemptions. The purpose is to show the trend of net values.
SOURCE: Henry County Tax Assessor
$5,
709,
864,
174
$5,
331,
737,
680
$4,
641,
027,
111
$4,7
15,2
20,7
78
$5,2
17,4
33,3
10
$6,000,000,000
$5,000,000,000
$4,000,000,000
$3,000,000,000
$2,000,000,000
$1,000,000,000
$150,000,0002010 2011 2012 2013 2014
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Real and Personal Property Tax Levied
ABOUT
The tax digest is presented annually to the Georgia Department of Revenue for approval before tax bills are created. This year, the original digest was $193,276,894. The adjusted receivable amount was $191,276,670.
Exceptional service, polite and friendly. Worked with me through a small issue.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
$201,923,449.00
$187,635,492.00
$169,220,562.33$171,011,669.00
$191,276,670.00
$150,000,000.00
$160,000,000.00
$170,000,000.00
$180,000,000.00
$190,000,000.00
$200,000,000.00
$210,000,000.00
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
$210,000,000
$200,000,000
$190,000,000
$180,000,000
$170,000,000
$160,000,000
$150,000,0002010 2011 2012 2013 2014
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Property Tax Collection Rate
96.00%
97.00%
98.00% 98.08%98.43%
99.99%99.67% 99.64% 99.45%
82.00%
84.00%
86.00%
88.00%
90.00%
92.00%
94.00%
96.00%
98.00%
100.00%
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
ABOUT
Over the past five years, current year collection rates have consistently increased. Collection of delinquent tax years continues to increase as well. Amount collected as of June 30, 2014
Amount collected at fiscal year end
95.15%
96.00%
97.00%
98.00%98.08%
99.99%99.99%
99.63%
99.32%
92.00%
93.00%
94.00%
95.00%
96.00%
97.00%
98.00%
99.00%
100.00%
101.00%
20092010
20112012
2013
95.15%
96.00%
97.00%
98.00%98.08%
99.99%99.99%
99.63%
99.32%
92.00%
93.00%
94.00%
95.00%
96.00%
97.00%
98.00%
99.00%
100.00%
101.00%
20092010
20112012
2013
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Hotel/Motel Tax
ABOUT
The hotel/motel tax is a levy on public accommodations, charges for promotion of tourism, conventions and trade shows. Amounts collected are based upon reports submitted by hotels and motels located in unincorporated Henry County each year.
TOURISM
Henry County continues to see positive tax related benefits from the tourism and hospitality industries. Specifically, hotels generate sales taxes and accommodations taxes (commonly known as hotel-motel taxes), which are used by governments to fund operations that would otherwise be funded by ad valorem taxes. In 2014, revenue from the unincorporated Henry County hotels/motel tax increased by 4.3 percent.
While it is impossible to exactly quantify, the hospitality industry’s best estimates indicate that the average Henry County property owner benefited by a significant reduction in ad valorem taxes due to these activities. While the 2014 evaluations are not yet available, for 2013, the tax savings per Henry County household was approximately $223. In addition, these same sources generated several hundred thousand dollars of funds that were used exclusively to promote tourism in Henry County and its component cities. In addition to the direct jobs created by these activities, tourism and hospitality play an important role in the tax structure of Henry County.
$0.00
$50,000.00
$100,000.00
$150,000.00
$200,000.00
$250,000.00
$300,000.00
$350,000.00
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
$205,225
$245,340 $251,477
$274,752
$301,962
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Occupational Tax & Alcohol Licenses
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
• Service is always fast and friendly. The staff was very helpful in resolving our issues.• Staff always goes above and beyond to help me! The staff here are all wonderful.• Exceptional customer service was given, very professional.
ABOUT
Alcohol licenses are issued upon approval by the county to any person wishing to obtain a retail license for the sale of alcohol beverages. A three percent excise tax is collected on distilled spirits sold by the drink. Wholesale fees are an excise tax levied on any person/business that sells beer, wine or distilled spirits to retail dealers or wholesale dealers.
46%
14%3%
37%
Occupational TaxCertificates
Alcohol
3% Excise Tax
Wholesale
Wholesale: $900,983
3% Excise Tax: $84,350
Alcohol: $331,913
Occupational Tax Certificates: $1,118,893
49%
11%3%
37% 1
2
3
4
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Occupational Tax Certificates Issued
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
Your operation has something most government agencies don’t have – service with a smile. It’s appreciated and a pleasure to do business with you. – Joe
ABOUT
Occupational tax certificates are issued to commercial, retail and home based businesses. Fees are determined by type of business and gross receipts.
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Total number of certificates issued
4791 47314453
37573533
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Number of Certificates Issued
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Important DatesMOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION DATES
• Motor vehicle registration expires at midnight on the (first) titled owner’s birthday.
• Business or enterprise registrations expire at midnight on the last day of the month shown on the license plate or the decal.
• Leased vehicles are registered by the lessee’s birthday.
OCCUPATIONAL TAX/BUSINESS LICENSES
• January 1: Renewals are due.
PROPERTY TAX DATES
• January 1- April 1: Property tax returns accepted (in the Tax Assessor’s office). Applications for Freeport and special land exemptions accepted (in the Tax Assessor’s office).
• April 1: Deadline for filing homestead exemption for the current tax year (applications are accepted year round).
• April 1 (Effective 2016): Personal Property Mobile Home taxes due.
• May 9: Assessment notices mailed by the Tax Assessor’s Office.
• September 16: Tax bills mailed to property owners.
• November 16: Deadline for property tax payment.
INTEREST & PENALTY DATES
• April 1: 10% Penalty on Occupational Tax renewals.
• April 2 (Effective 2016): 10% Penalty on delinquent mobile home bills.
• November 17: Interest begins accruing on delinquent property tax bills.
• February 17: 10% Penalty applied on delinquent Property Tax bills. Liens (Fifa’s) filed on delinquent Property Tax bills
You may download the 2014 Annual Report, in electronic format, from the Henry
County Tax Commissioner website: www.henrytc.org
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Locations & HoursMCDONOUGH OFFICE140 Henry ParkwayMcDonough, GA 30253Tel: (770) 288-8180Fax: (770) 288-8190
Motor Vehicle/Tag Office Hours :Monday and Thursday 8:00 am – 6:30 pmTuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Property Tax and Occupational Tax hours :Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
STOCKBRIDGE OFFICE164 Burke StreetStockbridge, GA 30281Tel: (770) 288-8180Fax: (770) 288-8189
Motor Vehicle/Tag Office Hours :Monday and Thursday 8:00 am – 6:30 pmTuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Property Tax hours:Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
KROGER - ELLENWOOD KIOSK101 Fairview RoadEllenwood, GA 30294
Kroger Hours :Daily 6:00 am – 1:00 am
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