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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

Courthouse with Watkins Museum in background

Heritage Conservation Council launches fund to help support events that celebrate Douglas County’s cultural heritage

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The Douglas County Heritage Conservation Council (HCC) has launched a new Heritage Events and Celebrations Fund program to help support community organizations that host annual events in Douglas…
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Consolidated Fire District No. 1

Campfire ember sparks large Douglas County grassfire; Fire Chief stresses safety measures

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Douglas County Consolidated Fire District No. 1, with assistance from the Kansas State Fire Marshal, has determined that an ember from an old, unattended campfire sparked the approximately 200-acre…
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Scene of large grass fire east of Stull

Approximately 200-acre grassfire in Douglas County declared under control; No structures lost or injuries reported

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Firefighters from multiple agencies in Douglas County and the surrounding area fought several grassfires on Friday, March 14, including a more than 200-acre fire east of Stull, near North 1600 and…
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In the Spotlight

On the Calendar

Douglas County farm

Rural Living in Douglas County Resource Fair

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Leading Causes of Life 5K and Festival

Leading Causes of Life 5K & Festival

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Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Tue, Apr 8 2025 11:00 AM

County Courthouse
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Food Policy Council (FPC) Mon, Apr 21 2025 6:30 PM

Douglas County Sustainability Office and virtually
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Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Wed, May 7 2025 8:30 AM

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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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