County Treasurer's Office

Property Taxes

 The County Treasurer's office is responsible for collecting real estate, personal, and mobile home taxes for the county. Tax statements are mailed usually in late March once each year. This office works closely with escrow companies maintaining up to date information on taxpayers escrow accounts. The due dates are set by state statutes as are penalty rate for past due taxes. The taxes that are collected are then disbursed to the various taxing districts including townships, cities, school districts, and special taxing districts. 

Accounting

Both the Treasurer's office and the Auditor's office maintain the official financial records for the county. These duties include periodic financial reports and the annual financial statement for the county. 

County Income & Expenses

 All county income and expenses, including the Meeker County Memorial Hospital, passes through this office. The financial responsibility of this office includes a complete accounting of monies collected and disbursed by all county departments including banking and reconciliation of accounts. The Treasurer is the investment officer of the County and is responsible for all investments. The monies are processed accurately and deposits of all county funds are made on a timely basis in banks designated as depositories, which have been approved by the county board. The entire portfolio must be managed using discretion and analyzing each investment as to the safety, liquidity and rate of return.   

Vital Records

 Vital records are kept in this office also. All birth, death, marriage records for the county are accessible here. Other items handled include passport photos, notary public commissions, and clergy credentials.