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An official website for Douglas County, Kansas

Search for properties by name, address or property identifier. Look at property tax bills, payment history, fill out a change of address form, file a payment under protest form, or see our service fee schedule.

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The Treasurer's Office provides services related to motor vehicles and property taxes for Douglas County, KS. Get information on plate renewal, titles and 60 day tags, motor vehicle online options, property tax, and more.

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A directory of links to obtain District Court, District Attorney, Administrative and Law Enforcement records. Douglas County provides access to inspect and obtain a variety of records which are not exempted by law. 

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In honor of America at 250, the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, the Watkins Museum of History, the City of Lawrence, and Douglas County are partnering to celebrate the public servants who help…
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Douglas County Commissioners recently approved an engineering services agreement with HNTB Corporation to complete an environmental assessment for the Wakarusa Drive extension project at a maximum…
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Today, the Douglas County Clerk’s Office is being recognized for excellence in election administration with a national Clearinghouse Award. The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) presents…

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County Collection of Property Tax: Where Does the Money Go?

Kansas County Collection of Property Tax - Where Does the Money Go? If you need a transcript, the video provider may offer captions. Look for a closed captioning or transcript option on the video page.

Where Does Tax Collection Money Go?

Through appointed boards and other officials, county governments provide parks, libraries, sewers, emergency management, public assistance, and in some cases, hospitals, ambulances, fire service, and community colleges. Last but not least, county government is also responsible for building and maintaining county roads and bridges, providing police protection, building inspections, planning, and zoning services. When it comes to paying for these local services, state laws allow for boards of county commissioners to levy taxes for the general fund and for other specific county purposes.