FAQs

City Treasurer

• Can I put cash in the drop box?

  No, we recommend that you only pay bills with a check or money order and remember to place your payment coupon and check in an envelope.

• Do I need a garage or yard sale permit?

  Yes, permits are required for garage and yard sales. Two (2) garage/yard sale permits will be issued per person or same location in any given year.

  Permits are issued at City Hall, and they cost $2.50 each. However, if a person participates in the Annual City Wide Garage Sale Event held every June, this does not count toward your two-permit limit.

• How many tax bills do I get a year?

  The City mails taxes twice a year, July 1st for the summer cycle and December 1st for the winter cycle.

• I have a question about my parking ticket, who can answer my questions?

  You can call the Police Department to answer all your parking ticket questions.

• If I do not receive my tax bill and I don’t pay my taxes on time, do I still have to pay penalty & interest charges?

  Yes, failure to receive the tax billings does not eliminate the penalties. As a property owner it is your responsibility to make sure you receive your taxes. If you have not received a tax notice by the second week in July and December, please contact City Hall for a copy.

• What are City Hall hours?

  City Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and we do not close for lunch.

• When are taxes delinquent?

  All taxes are delinquent on March 1st of any given year, meaning summer and winter taxes go delinquent March 1st. On this date the City no longer can accept payments or answer tax questions. All inquiries will be directed to the Berrien County Treasurer, 269-684-5274 extension 8569.

• Where do I get my dog License?

  Please consult Berrien County's website for more information. 

• Where do I pay my parking ticket?

  The actual parking ticket can be used as a mailing envelope. Simply enclose a check into the envelope and affix a stamp, seal the envelope and drop in the mail. Of course, you can also pay your ticket in person at the Police Department.

• Where do I pay my taxes?

  Taxes may be paid by mail, by drop box or in person at City Hall or online by clicking "Online Water/Tax Bill Pay" button on the City's website.

• Where is the City’s payment drop box?

  The City’s payment drop box is located between the two entrance drives to the City Hall parking lot.