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Property Search

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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Motor Vehicles

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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Public Records

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 the News

CJCC

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council seeking input through survey

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The Douglas County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is seeking the community’s input through a survey that will be open until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4. The survey aims to gather input on key…
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McQuillan Barn

Heritage Conservation Council hosting free Barn Fest event Nov. 8-9

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The Douglas County Heritage Conservation Council is hosting a Barn Fest event Nov. 8-9 in Lecompton where participants will learn about the preservation of historic barns in Douglas County. The event…
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Sixth Street Treasurer's Office

Treasurer's Office moving its South Iowa office to larger space on Sixth Street

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Need a car tag? Starting Monday, Oct. 28, the Douglas County Treasurer’s Office will offer its services in two Lawrence locations: the historic County Courthouse, 1100 Massachusetts St., and a new…
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On the Calendar

Veterans Day

Closed for Veterans Day

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Thanksgiving

Closed for Thanksgiving

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Commission Board Meeting Wed, Nov 6 2024 5:30 PM

Public Works Training Room
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Food Policy Council (FPC) Mon, Nov 18 2024 6:30 PM

Pendleton’s Country Market
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Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Wed, Dec 4 2024 8:30 AM

TBD
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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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