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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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Proposed 2027 Douglas County budget includes flat mill levy

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The Board of County Commissioners will begin public hearings on the proposed 2027 budget at 9 a.m. Monday, July 6, in the commission meeting room on the second floor of the historic courthouse, 1100…
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Ruth DeWitt receives 2026 Preparedness Partner Award

DeWitt, Lawrence Police Department receive Emergency Management's 2026 Preparedness Partner Awards

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The Douglas County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), which also serves as the Douglas County Emergency Management Board, announces the recipients of the 2026 Preparedness Partner Awards.…
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Consolidated Fire District No. 1 introduces Bucket Brigade to boost fire safety

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Consolidated Fire District No. 1, in partnership with the Kansas State Fire Marshal and American Pyrotechnics Safety & Education Foundation, has launched the Bucket Brigade program in Douglas…
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CarFit Clinic - July 2026

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Lawrence Soccer Celebration & Watch Party: USA vs. Belgium

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Commission Board Special Meeting Tue, Jul 7 2026 9:00 AM

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Commission Board Special Meeting Wed, Jul 8 2026 9:00 AM

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Commission Board Meeting Wed, Jul 8 2026 5:30 PM

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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?

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.

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