Please note: We will be processing our deposits with remote capture capability. This will allow us to process deposits later in the day and still receive same day credit. It will also save us from having to make several trips to the bank. Because of the remote capture capability, you may notice a slight change in the time that it will take your check to clear the bank. By sending your check to East Bay Charter Township, you authorize us to convert the check into an electronic funds transfer.
Why does my tax bill indicate that a wetland inventory has been completed?
-Michigan's wetland protection law requires that the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) complete wetland inventories, and that notice be given to all property owners on the next tax bill when the inventories are done. In other words, the State Legislature used the tax bills as a way of informing the public of completion of the wetland inventory maps. In December of 2006, the DEQ completed wetland inventories for all of the counties in Michigan as required by the state's wetland protection law (Part 303, Wetlands Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended). If you would like more information on wetlands, please click here.
When are taxes sent out to residents?
-Summer taxes are sent out on July 1st.
-Winter taxes are sent out on December 1st.
When are taxes due?
-Summer taxes are due by September 14th of 2008, without interest.
-Winter taxes are due by February 14th of 2009, without interest.
On September 15th 2008, add 1% interest to the unpaid portion of your summer bill. An additional 1% per month will be added on the first of each month to the unpaid balance. A 3% penalty will be added after the February winter tax due date, along with the 1% penalty. Beginning March 1st, all taxes on REAL property will be paid to Grand Traverse County Treasurer, located at 400 Boardman Ave. The County charges a 4% administration fee & 1% interest per month is applied to delinquent taxes when paid at the County.
What are my taxes being applied to in my summer and winter bill?
-Your summer bill includes two college taxes, three school taxes, a state education tax, a library tax and a county tax.
-Your winter bill includes two college taxes, two library taxes, a county tax, GTC medical facility tax, Bata tax, Fire/Ambulance tax, Commission on Aging tax and a Township tax.
Where can I pay my taxes?
-You can pay your taxes at the Treasurer's office in the township hall (8:00am-4:00pm)and you can also mail your payment to the township hall. If you would like to pay them after business hours, you may put them in the drop box that is located by the front door of the township hall.
-You can pay your taxes online by credit card or e-check. If you would like to make an online payment, please visit http://www.officialpayments.com/ . Our jurisdiction code is #7039. To make a payment, see detailed instructions on our website http://www.eastbaytwp.org/ . If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Treasurer's office at (231) 947-8647. Please note: There will be a convenience fee of 3% if using a credit card. Use the convenience fee calculator, located on the Official Payments website, to calculate your fee. You can also pay over the phone by calling 1-800-272-9829. There is a convenience fee of $3.00 if using an e-check.
Can my tax payment be defered?
-Summer taxes may be defered if your 2007 total household income was less than $40,000 and you meet one of the following requirements:
-Senior Citizen, 62 years of age or older
-Paraplegic, Quadriplegic
-Eligible Serviceperson, Veteran, Widow or Widower
-Blind Person
-Totally & Permanently Disabled
You may pick up an application for deferment from the Treasurer's office or call us and we can mail one to you. You must return your applications by September 14th, 2008. **You must apply for deferment every year.
Click here for the Summer Tax Deferment Form.
What if I did not receive a tax bill?
-If you did not receive your tax bill, please call the Treasurer's office immediately and we will send it to you. Failure to receive your tax bill does not waive interest.
I do not agree with the assessed value of my house, who do I talk to?
-The County Equalization Department does all of our assessing for us. If you do not agree with the assessed value or taxable value of your home, or have questions about your homestead exemption, please contact the County Equalization Department at (231)922-4759.
What are East Bay Townships mill rates?
-For the 2008 year, the millage rates are 43.4662 for non-homestead and 25.4662 for homestead properties. Non-homestead: Summer 36.4501, Winter 7.0161 (e) Homestead: Summer 18.4501, Winter 7.0161 (e).
