TOWN of BETHEL, CT FIND PAY APPLY NEWS TAX COLLECTOR DUTY The Tax Collector directs and administers the statutory and ordinance responsibilities of the office including the planning, organizing, and supervision of the billing and collection of local real estate, motor vehicle, and personal property taxes. This office prepares tax bills from the Grand List furnished by the Assessor; directs the recording and collection of local property taxes, special assessments, liens, and other municipal revenues. In addition, this office administers the Local Elderly Tax Relief Program and bills and collects Bethel Public Utility Billings such as Water and Sewer, Sprinkler and Hydrants and Water and Sewer Assessments. Water meter repairs and service appointments are scheduled through our office. The Tax Collector's Office provides information for banks, attorneys and the general public. NOTICE TO BETHEL TAXPAYERS The First Real Estate payment on the 2020 Grand List is due and payable on July 1, 2021. If not paid by August 2, 2021 interest will be charged at 1 ½% per month from the due date or a $2.00 minimum charge, whichever is greater plus any additional collection costs. The Personal Property and Motor Vehicle tax is due in full on July 1, 2021, and if not paid by August 2, 2021 interest will be charged at 1 ½% per month from the due date or a $2.00 minimum, whichever is greater plus any additional collection costs. Delinquent Motor Vehicle taxes must be paid in cash, official bank check, credit card online only or money order, if registering a vehicle. How To Pay Taxpayers can pay by check or credit card online at www.bethel-ct.gov/tax-collector/pay-tax. Follow the online instructions. There is a 2.95% fee for credit card use and .95cent E-check charge. CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN THE TAX OFFICE The Tax Collector’s Office, is located in The Clifford J. Hurgin Municipal Center, 1 School Street. Hours are Monday-Wednesday 8am – 4:30pm, Thursday 8am-6pm, and Friday 8am- 12 noon. Mailed payments must be postmarked no later than August 2, 2021. Please use our convenient LARGE YELLOW DROP BOX for your payments located in front of the Municipal Center. Failure to receive a bill DOES NOT relieve a taxpayer of the obligation to pay taxes or any delinquent charges. Ann M. Scacco, CCMC Tax Collector Related Links Departments & Services Tax Collector Pay Your Tax Bill Pay Your Utility Bill Grand List Mill Rate Frequently Asked Questions COVID-19 Tax Deferral Program Public Tax Auction Tax Refund Public Utility Information Documents and Forms Tax Collector: Paula M. Usher, CCMC Assistant Tax Collector: Erin Scott, CCMC Tax Clerks: Brittany Burdick Phone: (203)794-8509 Fax: (203)794-8135 Email: betheltaxcollector@bethel-ct.gov Office Hours: Monday - Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CLIFFORD J. HURGIN MUNICIPAL CENTER 1 School Street Bethel, CT 06801 HOURS M-W: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Th: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM F: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CONTACT US Phone: 203-794-8501 Fax: 203-778-7520 Email Us Copyright © 2021 Town of Bethel, CT All Rights Reserved. Powered by QScend