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Our goal is to keep our citizens well informed about our office and the services we provide. Here you can find the most recent updates regarding our organization, services, legislative updates, community outreach initiatives, and much more.
Kids Tag Art Winners Recognized
Escambia County Tax Collector Chief of Staff Richard Stone and Escambia School Superintendent Malcolm Thomas recognized the 2019 Kids Tag Art winners at the Escambia County School Board meeting on Tuesday, May…
Online Specialty Plate Ordering Now Available
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, proudly announces the launch of a new service that allows for online ordering of specialty license plates.“We are excited to be the first tax collector’s office…
Concealed Weapon Licensing and Renewal Available in Escambia County
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds citizens that they can submit an original application or renew their concealed weapon license at both the Warrington and Molino offices.“Our office is a one-stop…
Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) Mobile Office Coming to Century
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, has partnered with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to bring the Florida Licensing On Wheels (FLOW) mobile office to Century on Tuesday,…
Elected Officials Participate in National Donate Life Month Kick-off
Register as an organ and tissue donor today at DonateLifeFlorida.org. On April 4, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. Escambia County Tax Collector Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May, Sheriff David Morgan, and Mayor…
Property Taxes Delinquent April 1
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds everyone that 2018 unpaid real estate and tangible property taxes become delinquent April 1. Penalties of three percent for real estate taxes and one and…
One Percent Discount Ends February 28
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds everyone that the one percent discount on payment of real estate and tangible personal property taxes ends Thursday, February 28.To receive the one percent discount,…
Two Percent Discount Ends January 31
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds everyone that the two percent discount on payment of real estate and tangible personal property taxes ends Thursday, January 31.To receive the two percent discount,…
Florida Licensing On Wheels (FLOW) Mobile Office Coming to Century
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, has partnered with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to bring the Florida Licensing On Wheels (FLOW) mobile office to Century on Tuesday,…
Escambia County Tax Collector Focuses on Consumer Protection
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, warns residents about a current solicitation being sent to homeowners. A private corporation is soliciting services from homeowners by offering to obtain a copy of the…
Mobile Home and Heavy Truck Registrations Due December 31
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds those residents who own mobile homes, heavy trucks, nine-passenger, for hire and commercial vehicles to renew their registration by December 31.Mobile homes taxed as real…
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 Friday, November 30.To receive the four percent discount,…
Escambia Tax Collector Returns $1,048,360 in First Two Years
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, announces his office returned $493,425.17 in unspent revenue to the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners for fiscal year 2017 – 2018. His office has returned…
Collection of 2018 Taxes Begins November 1
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, announced the collection of the 2018 real estate and tangible personal property taxes begins November 1. This year's rolls include 177,890 accounts totaling over $291 million. Bills…
Business Tax Receipt Renewal Deadline Approaching
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, reminds business owners that the deadline to renew their Business Tax Receipt (BTR) is quickly approaching. Businesses may renew their BTRs anytime between now and September…
Escambia County Tax Collector Receives State Excellence Award
The Florida Tax Collectors Association (FTCA) presented Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, with the Legacy Award for Continued Excellence in Financial Operations at the Fall Education Forum in Orlando. The award…
Over 23,000 Businesses in Escambia County to Receive Renewal Notices
Scott Lunsford, Escambia County Tax Collector, announced his office mailed Business Tax Receipt (BTR) renewal notices to 23,700 businesses in Escambia County. Businesses may renew their BTRs anytime between now and September…
Fees Waived in July for Organ Donation Designation
Escambia County Tax Collector Scott Lunsford announces the waiver of replacement and local service fees for anyone wanting to add an organ donor designation to their driver license in the month of…
Kids Tag Art Program Recognized by Governor and Cabinet for $1,000,000 Donated to Classrooms Arts Education
Photo Credit: Stacy Prato, PhotographerOn Wednesday, June 13, the Governor and Cabinet recognized Florida Tax Collectors for their Kids Tag Art Program, which has raised over $1million for Florida schools through artwork…
Kids Tag Art Winners Recognized
Escambia County Tax Collector Scott Lunsford and Escambia School Superintendent Malcolm Thomas recognized the 2018 Kids Tag Art winners at the Escambia County School Board meeting on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. Kids…