Receiver Stefanich offers brochure about his office

Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich advises residents that the Town has developed an informative brochure about his office, which is available to residents at no cost.

"This brochure offers an overview of my office, as well as answers to some frequently asked questions about paying your taxes," Receiver Stefanich said. "It is a handy reference tool for every taxpayer in the Town."

Any resident or organization interested in obtaining a free brochure can pick up one at the Town Halls North (Oyster Bay) and South (Massapequa), the Department of Public Works (Syosset) and at major park facilities, or write to the Town of Oyster Bay Public Information Office, Town Hall East, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771 or call 624-6380.

Receiver Stefanich reminded residents that his office is now providing Town taxpayers with on-line access to their real property tax bills and accepting on-line payments. Through the system, taxpayers may register on-line for free/no-cost access to their general/ school real property tax statements. Taxpayers may log in anytime to view, print, or check the payment status of their real property tax bills to ensure that the Town has received a payment. Additionally, for a "service fee," taxpayers can pay their tax bills via credit card or ACH (Electronic Check) payment. The system will keep a running history of tax payments beginning with a taxpayer's first electronic payment.

"Residents paying their taxes on-line first have to access the Town's Web site, www.oysterbaytown.com," Receiver Stefanich said. "There, you will see a box on the right hand side reading: VIEW AND PAY YOUR PROPERTY TAX ON LINE…Click here. There will also be a link from the Receiver of Taxes homepage on the Web site. Once you click, you'll be on the actual Web site where you can view and pay your taxes on-line. On your initial visit, you will be required to register and verify the property or properties…up to two…for which you will be paying taxes. A valid e-mail address will be required so you can receive an e-mail confirming your registration. Once you have registered, just follow the directions for paying your taxes. You can use either Master Card or Visa or a personal checking account for payment. No business checks will be accepted. Once you make your payment, you can print out a receipt. You will also receive a receipt by e-mail. The system also offers a support window for any questions or comments. Because the tax viewing and payment system was developed on the Internet Explorer browser, residents are advised to use the IE browser rather than Netscape or another browser to avoid any support and compatibility issues."

Receiver Stefanich noted the Town of Oyster Bay is the first municipality in New York State to have a fully integrated tax viewing and tax payment system with amount verification and calculation of early payments discount and late payment penalty.

To learn more about the system, please visit www.oysterbaytown.com or contact the Receiver of Taxes' office at 624-6400.

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