MARC JACOBS
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The deadline for Reno County residents to pay the second half of their 2025 property tax is approaching, with County Treasurer Richele Calvert reminding taxpayers that payments are due Monday due to the traditional deadline falling on a Sunday this year.
Calvert said the extra day gives residents additional time to submit payments, but emphasized the importance of meeting the deadline to avoid penalties. Property taxes in Reno County are typically split into two installments, with the first half due in December and the second half due in May.
Unlike the initial billing, the treasurer’s office does not send out a second statement for taxpayers who choose to pay in installments. Instead, residents are encouraged to set reminders or monitor notices shared through the county’s website and social media channels.
For those who may have misplaced their tax statements or payment coupons, assistance is available. Taxpayers can contact the treasurer’s office directly to retrieve necessary information or confirm payment details.
Residents have several options to pay their property taxes, including mailing payments, paying online through the state’s property tax portal, visiting the treasurer’s office in person, or using secure drop boxes located both inside the office and outside the county annex. Payments sent by mail must be postmarked by the deadline to be considered on time.
Calvert also noted that many homeowners may not need to submit payments directly if their mortgage company handles taxes through an escrow account. In those cases, tax statements are typically marked “for informational purposes only.” However, property owners who have recently paid off their mortgage or experienced changes in escrow status should notify the treasurer’s office to ensure records are up to date.
The office continues to field a range of questions from taxpayers, including whether payments have already been made and what financial assistance programs may be available. Programs such as the Kansas Homestead Refund and other state-administered relief options may help eligible seniors, disabled veterans, and low-income residents offset property tax costs.
In addition, taxpayers who wish to dispute their property valuation or classification can file a “payment under protest” form at the time of payment. If a protest results in a reduced valuation, the county will issue a refund for any overpayment.
Residents with questions about property taxes or payment options are encouraged to contact the treasurer’s office before the deadline.