FAQs
What are the penalties for late payment?
Summer taxes: 4% on unpaid principal. Unpaid real property taxes & penalties are turned over to the Dickinson County Treasurer as of March 1 of the succeeding year. Contact the Dickinson County Treasurer at (906) 774-8130 for payment information on taxes turned over delinquent.
Winter taxes: 4% collection fee is collected after the due date of and before March 1. Unpaid real property taxes are turned over to the Dickinson County Treasurer as of March 1 following the due date. Contact the Dickinson County Treasurer at (906) 774-8530 for payment information on taxes turned over delinquent.
Where can I pay my taxes and what payment options are available?
We are currently not set up for credit cards. We accept cash and check in-office, and checks by mail. There is a drop box (light blue) conveniently located at the main entrance of City Hall for after hours. Payment is also available online (credit cards require a fee).
I didn't receive a bill, what should I do?
Call our office immediately (906) 774-8530. We will send you a duplicate bill. Please note, failure to receive a tax bill does not defer payment.
When can I expect to receive a bill and when is it due?
The summer tax bills are mailed the first week of July and are due without penalty by August 10 unless it falls on a weekend in which case the due date is the next business day. The winter tax bills are mailed the first week of December and are due the following February 14 unless it falls on a weekend in which case the due date is the next business day. The due date will always be clearly indicated on your tax bill.
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