Abington Tax Collector

Employer / Organization

Abington Township

Next Election

Nov 02, 2021

Filing Window

Feb 09, 2021 - Aug 01, 2021

Description

The Tax Collector collects and receives fees, taxes, fines, and penalities within the township. The Collector also makes and preserves records on the return and payment of tax. Should a taxpayer fail or refuse to pay taxes, the Collector must determine the aount of taxes due for taxes, penalities, and interest. In addition, if the tax is overpayed, the Collector must refund the amount of tax paid.

Application Guidelines
To file for this position follow these three simple steps: 1) Contact the governing authority of the office being sought within your official residence to verify that you qualify for the position, and to see if there are any other requirements that might prevent you from running (residency within the district for a certain period of time is frequently a requirement). 2) Obtain the appropriate filing papers from the Montgomery County Election Board office when they become available there in late January. You can contact the County Board of Elections office at 610-278-3280. 3) Submit the candidacy papers within the 13-10 week filing window prior to the Primary Election if you are filing as a Democrat or Republican and within the 10th week before the Primary to August 1 before the General Election if you are filing as an Independent. Prior to submitting your candidacy papers, you should arrange an appointment with the governing authority of the office being sought to go over the required paperwork. These authorities understand that first time/beginning candidates may need assistance and are available to assist with any questions.

Submit application to:
Abington Township Municipal Offices, 1176 Old York Rd, Abington, PA, 19001, US