Return Mail Postmark Honored

If your tax payment was returned by the Post Office to you incorrectly labeled “RETURN TO SENDER – NOT DELIVERABLE AS ADDRESSED – UNABLE TO FORWARD” you can still receive the four percent discount by presenting or sending in the original returned envelope postmarked November 30 or before with your payment. The Post Office has informed…

Four Percent Discount Ends November 30

Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds everyone that the four percent discount on payment of real estate and tangible personal property taxes ends Thursday, November 30. To receive the four percent discount, payments must be: mailed with a November postmark; left by midnight, November 30, in a 24-hour drop box available at all locations;…

Collection of 2017 Taxes Begins November 1

Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, announced the collection of the 2017 real estate and tangible personal property taxes begins November 1. This year’s rolls include 177,560 accounts totaling $278 million. Bills will be delivered to the post office on October 31 for mailing. Chapter 197.162, Florida Statutes provides discounts for early payments as follows:…

Business Tax Receipt Renewal Deadline Approaching

The deadline to renew Business Tax Receipts (BTRs) is quickly approaching. Businesses may renew their BTRs anytime between now and September 30. Businesses can make online payments at EscambiaTaxCollector.com. “Paying online is easy and secure, and there is no wait time,” said Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector. E-checks and credit cards can be used…

Florida Boat Ramp Finder

The Boating and Waterways Section within the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Division of Law Enforcement, works to improve boating access by identifying potential sites for new boating access facilities; identifying facilities in need of renovation or expansion; constructing and renovating boating access facilities on state-owned lands; and administering grants programs for boating access…

Tax Collector Offices Closed September 4

The Escambia County Tax Collector’s office will be closed Monday, September 4, 2017 in observance of Labor Day. Citizens are encouraged to use our virtual office at EscambiaTaxCollector.com to conduct most tax collector business 24 hours a day.  As you prepare for the upcoming holiday weekend, make sure you have a list and check it…

Four Escambia County Tax Collector Employees Graduate from Certified Public Manager Program

The Escambia County Tax Collector’s Office is pleased to announce the graduation of four employees from Florida’s Certified Public Manager program. The graduates are among hundreds of individuals statewide who completed the program. The four CPM graduates are: Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector Richard Stone, Chief Operations Officer Brenda Chestnutt, Chief Financial Officer Kimson…

Over 23,000 Businesses in Escambia County to Receive Renewal Notices

Business Tax Receipt (BTR) renewal notices were mailed to 23,505 businesses in Escambia County. Businesses may renew their BTRs anytime between now and September 30. Businesses can make online payments here. “Paying online is easy and secure, and there is no wait time,” said Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector. E-checks and credit cards can be…

Saturday Driving Exams Available on August 5, 2017

Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, is excited to again offer Saturday driving exams for busy families on August 5, 2017. Testing will be available by appointment only beginning at 8 a.m. at our Marcus Pointe location, 6451 North “W” Street.  “Our first Saturday road testing was successful, so I am happy to provide this…

New Freshwater Fishing Regulations Available

The 2017-2018 edition of the Florida Freshwater Fishing Regulations is available. Be sure to check out the Conservation Highlights article, which provides updates on FWC activities throughout the state and lists Florida’s Top Spots for our most popular fish species! Visit https://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations/ for more information.

Safe Summer Travel

Traveling throughout Florida can be nearly as fun as getting to your destination. During the holiday and vacation seasons, Florida’s roads can be some of the busiest in the country. The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is committed to the safety of all motorists on our roads and educating everyone on safe driving…

Offices Closed Tuesday, July 4, 2017

The Escambia County Tax Collector’s office will be closed Tuesday, July 4, 2017 in observance of Independence Day. As you prepare for the upcoming holiday weekend, make sure you have a list and check it twice – Food –– check– Drinks –– check– Ice – Oh yeah, don’t forget the “ICE” – In Case of…